University of Alabama at Birmingham - Member News
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finallyAfter months of waiting, it's finally here! Football season! College football, that is. Of course, in Washington, D.C. and in the surrounding areas, people are all about pro football, and my students never understand the appeal of college football. But, it's so beautiful. Especially my boys down in Tuscaloosa at the University of Alabama. And...read more
from Emily Nelms on 08/30/2008
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finallyAfter months of waiting, it's finally here! Football season! College football, that is. Of course, in Washington, D.C. and in the surrounding areas, people are all about pro football, and my students never understand the appeal of college football. But, it's so beautiful. Especially my boys down in Tuscaloosa at the University of Alabama. And...read more
from Emily Nelms on 08/30/2008
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beach volleyballLet me just say without shame or hesitation, I freakin' love Phil "the Thin Beast" Dalhausser. I not only loved watching him play and help Rogers bring home the gold medal to the U.S. in men's beach volleyball, but I'd be more than happy to be a leading lady in his life story if he's...read more
from Emily Nelms on 08/22/2008
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beach volleyballLet me just say without shame or hesitation, I freakin' love Phil "the Thin Beast" Dalhausser. I not only loved watching him play and help Rogers bring home the gold medal to the U.S. in men's beach volleyball, but I'd be more than happy to be a leading lady in his life story if he's...read more
from Emily Nelms on 08/22/2008
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my thoughts exactlySince college football season is only a few weeks away, I thought it would be great to think about who exactly hates whom the most? Does Alabama hate Tennessee or Auburn most? Does Auburn hate Georgia or Alabama most? Does Georgia hate Auburn or Florida most? These are intriguing questions… And, they vary from person...read more
from Emily Nelms on 08/14/2008
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my thoughts exactlySince college football season is only a few weeks away, I thought it would be great to think about who exactly hates whom the most? Does Alabama hate Tennessee or Auburn most? Does Auburn hate Georgia or Alabama most? Does Georgia hate Auburn or Florida most? These are intriguing questions… And, they vary from person...read more
from Emily Nelms on 08/14/2008
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all in one piece… or so i thoughtWell, I finally made it to Washington, D.C., or the land surrounding it anyway. Thankfully, Sassy is putting up with me for a while until I find a place to hang my hat. She's been busting her hump to make sure that Chez Sassy was ready for me to cohabitate. It's strange having 'roommates' again,read more
from Emily Nelms on 08/05/2008
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all in one piece… or so i thoughtWell, I finally made it to Washington, D.C., or the land surrounding it anyway. Thankfully, Sassy is putting up with me for a while until I find a place to hang my hat. She's been busting her hump to make sure that Chez Sassy was ready for me to cohabitate. It's strange having 'roommates' again,read more
from Emily Nelms on 08/05/2008
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attack of the antsSo, I'm in the last long haul of the packing for my move back to Washington, D.C. When I arrived home tonight, I was planning on getting the suitcases ready for the remaining clothes in my closet, when I noticed that I had company: ants. And I mean, a few hundred of them. They were...read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/30/2008
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attack of the antsSo, I'm in the last long haul of the packing for my move back to Washington, D.C. When I arrived home tonight, I was planning on getting the suitcases ready for the remaining clothes in my closet, when I noticed that I had company: ants. And I mean, a few hundred of them. They were...read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/30/2008
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internet telephoneSo, one of the problems that metro Birminghamians are faced with is having Charter for cable service. I'm not complaining… because for the most part, they are pretty reliable. Lately, they've been on a big push about 'saving' people money on their cable bills. With the latest changeover to digital cable with the fancy-schmancy HD...read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/27/2008
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internet telephoneSo, one of the problems that metro Birminghamians are faced with is having Charter for cable service. I'm not complaining… because for the most part, they are pretty reliable. Lately, they've been on a big push about 'saving' people money on their cable bills. With the latest changeover to digital cable with the fancy-schmancy HD...read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/27/2008
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best time notedAs I've noted some of my better times that I've had, I can honestly add the following to my list: An epic nap at the lake I feel refreshed, and yet still feel ready to go to bed. It's amazing how restful an afternoon storm brewing on the water can become and how peaceful it...read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/27/2008
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best time notedAs I've noted some of my better times that I've had, I can honestly add the following to my list: An epic nap at the lake I feel refreshed, and yet still feel ready to go to bed. It's amazing how restful an afternoon storm brewing on the water can become and how peaceful it...read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/27/2008
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coffee crashI can't believe this video… This is a serious crash after you've had your morning coffee. Car hits man in restaurant You know you're from the South if just after you got hit by a car, the first thing you think to do is to reach down and pick up your cap. Oh man, oh man.read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/22/2008
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coffee crashI can't believe this video… This is a serious crash after you've had your morning coffee. Car hits man in restaurant You know you're from the South if just after you got hit by a car, the first thing you think to do is to reach down and pick up your cap. Oh man, oh man.read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/22/2008
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offershttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4KRDVsSsKE I'm vague, yes. And I have to be until I have it in my hand. But, I have an incredible offer that I will most likely be unable to refuse because of the great opportunities it holds with it… and it causes me great joy. More details soon… I promise.read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/18/2008
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offershttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4KRDVsSsKE I'm vague, yes. And I have to be until I have it in my hand. But, I have an incredible offer that I will most likely be unable to refuse because of the great opportunities it holds with it… and it causes me great joy. More details soon… I promise.read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/18/2008
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how to…So, my friend Mike over at Beltway Scramblings shared a link, attempting to horrify me, but actually left Sassy and I laughing. It's a how-to site on kissing, or sort of. Take a looksie for yourself. Thanks Mike, for the link, and the laugh. ...read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/16/2008
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how to…So, my friend Mike over at Beltway Scramblings shared a link, attempting to horrify me, but actually left Sassy and I laughing. It's a how-to site on kissing, or sort of. Take a looksie for yourself. Thanks Mike, for the link, and the laugh. ...read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/16/2008
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counting?Thanks to my friend Shope, this amazing gem kept me and Sassy laughing and in tears for the longest time tonight. I'd like to thank Shope for now giving me something to always look forward to as I watch 'Sesame Street' with my niece and wonder just what words someone might replace one day with...read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/16/2008
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counting?Thanks to my friend Shope, this amazing gem kept me and Sassy laughing and in tears for the longest time tonight. I'd like to thank Shope for now giving me something to always look forward to as I watch 'Sesame Street' with my niece and wonder just what words someone might replace one day with...read more
from Emily Nelms on 07/16/2008
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getting a big headSo, my friend Shope saw this the other day going down the interstate through Birmingham. While it's not her picture, she did find it, and I just had to share it, because it's hilarious. Because, seriously, what the crap do you do if you're traveling and you wake up to this? Do you wonder if the...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/27/2008
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getting a big headSo, my friend Shope saw this the other day going down the interstate through Birmingham. While it's not her picture, she did find it, and I just had to share it, because it's hilarious. Because, seriously, what the crap do you do if you're traveling and you wake up to this? Do you wonder if the...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/27/2008
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the district & handgunsIn a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court announced that the Second Amendment applies to Washington, D.C., concluding that residents of the district have the right to bear arms and to carry their own handguns. Tonight on The Colbert Report, Stephen Colbert's take was: Woo! Finally, the residents of Washington, D.C. have the right to defend themselves…...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/27/2008
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the district & handgunsIn a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court announced that the Second Amendment applies to Washington, D.C., concluding that residents of the district have the right to bear arms and to carry their own handguns. Tonight on The Colbert Report, Stephen Colbert's take was: Woo! Finally, the residents of Washington, D.C. have the right to defend themselves…...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/27/2008
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you’re not joking?So, lately the buzz (and snickering) around Birmingham has been about Mayor Larry Langford's proposal to the City Council to present the City of Birmingham as a site for the 2020 Olympic Games. No, seriously… he really did. And this is exactly why we're all still laughing. Apparently, he believes that since he's pushing for the...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/26/2008
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you’re not joking?So, lately the buzz (and snickering) around Birmingham has been about Mayor Larry Langford's proposal to the City Council to present the City of Birmingham as a site for the 2020 Olympic Games. No, seriously… he really did. And this is exactly why we're all still laughing. Apparently, he believes that since he's pushing for the...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/26/2008
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grad school v. lifeSource: PhD Comics Oh, it's SOOOO true, in every aspect of studying versus life outside of school. It is a constant battle, one which I continually choose school, and lose out on life. And, that's exactly why I have no life at all… One day, I'll pay for it. But, oh the guilt of...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/26/2008
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grad school v. lifeSource: PhD Comics Oh, it's SOOOO true, in every aspect of studying versus life outside of school. It is a constant battle, one which I continually choose school, and lose out on life. And, that's exactly why I have no life at all… One day, I'll pay for it. But, oh the guilt of...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/26/2008
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grad school v. lifeSource: PhD Comics Oh, it's SOOOO true, in every aspect of studying versus life outside of school. It is a constant battle, one which I continually choose school, and lose out on life. And, that's exactly why I have no life at all… One day, I'll pay for it. But, oh the guilt of...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/26/2008
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grad school v. lifeSource: PhD Comics Oh, it's SOOOO true, in every aspect of studying versus life outside of school. It is a constant battle, one which I continually choose school, and lose out on life. And, that's exactly why I have no life at all… One day, I'll pay for it. But, oh the guilt of...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/26/2008
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transportation & birminghamWell, things in Birmingham obviously aren't getting any better, as noted in several sources lately. Lately, Men's Health and the Boston Globe wrote a story on the greenest and the less green cities in the country. Birmingham, in a list of 100, made 96, and scored a big, fat "F." I'd say that is pretty...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/25/2008
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transportation & birminghamWell, things in Birmingham obviously aren't getting any better, as noted in several sources lately. Lately, Men's Health and the Boston Globe wrote a story on the greenest and the less green cities in the country. Birmingham, in a list of 100, made 96, and scored a big, fat "F." I'd say that is pretty...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/25/2008
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transportation & birminghamWell, things in Birmingham obviously aren't getting any better, as noted in several sources lately. Lately, Men's Health and the Boston Globe wrote a story on the greenest and the less green cities in the country. Birmingham, in a list of 100, made 96, and scored a big, fat "F." I'd say that is pretty...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/25/2008
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transportation & birminghamWell, things in Birmingham obviously aren't getting any better, as noted in several sources lately. Lately, Men's Health and the Boston Globe wrote a story on the greenest and the less green cities in the country. Birmingham, in a list of 100, made 96, and scored a big, fat "F." I'd say that is pretty...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/25/2008
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transportation & birminghamWell, things in Birmingham obviously aren't getting any better, as noted in several sources lately. Lately, Men's Health and the Boston Globe wrote a story on the greenest and the less green cities in the country. Birmingham, in a list of 100, made 96, and scored a big, fat "F." I'd say that is pretty...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/25/2008
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transportation & birminghamWell, things in Birmingham obviously aren't getting any better, as noted in several sources lately. Lately, Men's Health and the Boston Globe wrote a story on the greenest and the less green cities in the country. Birmingham, in a list of 100, made 96, and scored a big, fat "F." I'd say that is pretty...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/25/2008
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politicizationSo, there are a few political moments that have been awe-inspiring lately… some funny, some serious. But, definitely things that have been making me think. First of all, I'm still a little upset about Tim Russert being gone. However, his son is mega-impressive. At the funeral, he pleaded for both McCain and Obama to sit together...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/24/2008
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politicizationSo, there are a few political moments that have been awe-inspiring lately… some funny, some serious. But, definitely things that have been making me think. First of all, I'm still a little upset about Tim Russert being gone. However, his son is mega-impressive. At the funeral, he pleaded for both McCain and Obama to sit together...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/24/2008
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politicizationSo, there are a few political moments that have been awe-inspiring lately… some funny, some serious. But, definitely things that have been making me think. First of all, I'm still a little upset about Tim Russert being gone. However, his son is mega-impressive. At the funeral, he pleaded for both McCain and Obama to sit together...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/24/2008
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politicizationSo, there are a few political moments that have been awe-inspiring lately… some funny, some serious. But, definitely things that have been making me think. First of all, I'm still a little upset about Tim Russert being gone. However, his son is mega-impressive. At the funeral, he pleaded for both McCain and Obama to sit together...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/24/2008
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from Emily Nelms on 06/23/2008
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from Emily Nelms on 06/23/2008
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from Emily Nelms on 06/23/2008
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from Emily Nelms on 06/23/2008
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gonzo journalismHunter S Thompson once said, "When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro." And that's exactly what he did. He took his brand of journalism, with his eccentric nature and took to the campaign trail of 1972, documenting every bit that he could. In "Fear and Loathing: On the Campaign Trail '72," he took...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/19/2008
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gonzo journalismHunter S Thompson once said, "When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro." And that's exactly what he did. He took his brand of journalism, with his eccentric nature and took to the campaign trail of 1972, documenting every bit that he could. In "Fear and Loathing: On the Campaign Trail '72," he took...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/19/2008
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gonzo journalismHunter S Thompson once said, "When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro." And that's exactly what he did. He took his brand of journalism, with his eccentric nature and took to the campaign trail of 1972, documenting every bit that he could. In "Fear and Loathing: On the Campaign Trail '72," he took...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/19/2008
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gonzo journalismHunter S Thompson once said, "When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro." And that's exactly what he did. He took his brand of journalism, with his eccentric nature and took to the campaign trail of 1972, documenting every bit that he could. In "Fear and Loathing: On the Campaign Trail '72," he took...read more
from Emily Nelms on 06/19/2008
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