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Nominated for 58 Emmys, including one for Outstanding Drama Series, Star Trek: The Next Generation fulfilled all the potential and promise anticipated of a long-awaited successor to the original 1960s series: Star Trek. Created by a former L.A. police officer, Gene Roddenberry, the Star Trek TV series morphed into a franchise famous for the unprecedented fanatical devotion of its audience. Lasting only three seasons during its original network run, Star Trek struck gold with its syndicated reruns, launching a number of motion pictures featuring the original cast as well as novels, comic books, collectibles, and reams of Star Trek-related memorabilia. Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) became the first TV series to follow on the heels of the original, and its success would spark the creation of three additional series - Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993), Star Trek: Voyager (1995), and Star Trek: Enterprise (2001). But The Next Generation remained the most popular spin-off. Despite new characters and new episodes, the mission remained the same as before - “to boldly go where no man has gone before…” And to continue the rich tradition of the Star Trek name - a mission Star Trek: The Next Generation accomplishes with relative ease…

Star Trek: The Next Generation takes place in the 24th Century, almost one-hundred years after Captain Kirk’s crew set out to explore strange new worlds. Capt. Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart - I Claudius) commands the USS Enterprise-D and its diverse crew of humans, cyborgs, and varying life forms. Accompanying him on his voyage is an entirely new cast of passengers and crew including Commander William T. Riker (Jonathan Frakes - North & South), Lt. Commander Data (Brent Spiner), Lt. Commander Geordi La Forge (LeVar Burton), Lt. Tasha Yar (Denise Crosby), Lt. Worf (Michael Dorn), Dr. Beverly Crusher (Gates McFadden), and her son Ensign Wesley Crusher (Wil Wheaton)… Together, they struggle against numerous obstacles to carry out the mission of the USS Enterprise: “To explore strange new worlds… To seek out new life; new civilizations… To boldly go where no one has gone before!” This pioneering attitude, coupled with imaginative and brilliantly-produced alien worlds, provides Star Trek with its unique allure and special place within American pop culture - especially those episodes from the original series, widely regarded as the most popular of the Star Trek franchise…

The Star Trek: The Next Generation (Season 2) DVD features a number of exciting episodes including the season premiere “The Child” in which Enterprise crewmember Trois experiences an unexplained pregnancy as the Enterprise rushes to escape from a system wrought with a dangerous plague… Other notable episodes from Season 2 include “A Matter of Honor” in which Riker joins an officer exchange program which places him on a Klingon ship while the Enterprise must learn to deal with its own officer exchange participant, and “Pen Pals” in which strange earthquakes and tectonic activity upon the planet where Data’s pen pal lives prompts members of the Enterprise to get to the bottom of the mystery…

Below is a list of episodes included on the Star Trek: The Next Generation (Season 2) DVD:

Episode 27 (The Child) Air Date: 11-21-1988
Episode 28 (Where Silence Has Lease) Air Date: 11-28-1988
Episode 29 (Elementary, Dear Data) Air Date: 12-05-1988
Episode 30 (The Outrageous Okona) Air Date: 12-12-1988
Episode 31 (Loud as a Whisper) Air Date: 01-09-1989
Episode 32 (The Schizoid Man) Air Date: 01-23-1989
Episode 33 (Unnatural Selection) Air Date: 01-30-1989
Episode 34 (A Matter of Honor) Air Date: 02-06-1989
Episode 35 (The Measure of a Man) Air Date: 02-13-1989
Episode 36 (The Dauphin) Air Date: 02-20-1989
Episode 37 (Contagion) Air Date: 03-20-1989
Episode 38 (The Royale) Air Date: 03-27-1989
Episode 39 (Time Squared) Air Date: 04-03-1989
Episode 40 (The Icarus Factor) Air Date: 04-24-1989
Episode 41 (Pen Pals) Air Date: 05-01-1989
Episode 42 (Q Who?) Air Date: 05-08-1989
Episode 43 (Samaritan Snare) Air Date: 05-15-1989
Episode 44 (Up the Long Ladder) Air Date: 05-22-1989
Episode 45 (Manhunt) Air Date: 06-19-1989
Episode 46 (The Emissary) Air Date: 06-29-1989
Episode 47 (Peak Performance) Air Date: 07-10-1989
Episode 48 (Shades of Gray) Air Date: 07-17-1989

About the Author

Britt Gillette is author of The DVD Report, a blog where you can find more reviews like this one of the Star Trek: The Next Generation (Season 2) DVD.

Summer is nearly here and we will be spending more time wearing swimsuits and some of the newer performance fabrics.

The following guidelines will help you keep your swimsuits in a great shape but accept the fact that swimsuits have a short lifespan. More so if you swim in chlorinated water and spend long hours in hot tubs.
However the following tips will help you maintain your swimsuits nice and fit for a longer time.

1To slow down the fading of color soak your swimsuit in a mixture of vinegar and water for about half an hour. Use one spoon vinegar and one quart of water.

2If the swimsuit is already saturated with clean water then it absorbs less chlorinated water, so shower with fresh water before you move into the pool.

3After you finish the swimming pool fun do wash your swimsuit with cool water and rinse a little.

4Use of a suit cleaner will extend the life of your swimsuit.

5Wash your swimsuits and rinse in cool water. Roll up in a clean, lint free, and light-colored or fade resistant towel and squeeze again.

6Air-dry and not sun dry.

7Do not machine-wash your swimsuit.

8Do not bleach, iron or wash with white clothes.

9–Do not leave rolled up in wet towels or in gym bag. Moisture left in your suit for extended periods of time will lead to unwanted odor and suit failure.

10–Wear only your oldest suit in a hot tub or Jacuzzi

11–Clean regularly as needed, treat stains quickly and use a fabric softener only if recommended.

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Screened March 26, 2006

Florida Film Festival

Back in 2002, when Jennifer Aniston was married to Brad Pitt and co-starring in the hugely successful “Friends,’ she played the title role in director Miguel Arteta’s independent film “The Good Girl.” Her portrayal of a drab, depressed store clerk trapped in an unhappy marriage to a pot-bellied house painter was so moving that she received a nomination for an Independent Spirit Award.

At the time, Arteta told me in an interview that “Jennifer is a naturally happy person and had to learn how to reflect the appearance of someone who is severely depressed. She wore ankle and wrist weights for weeks before filming in order to help her slump over.”

I’m guessing that Aniston doesn’t need the weights anymore to be convincing.

In “Friends With Money,” writer-director Nicole Holofcener’s third feature film, Aniston plays another drab, depressed character, only this time she’s the friend without a husband, without a promising future, and (as the title implies) without any money. The film is promoted as an ensemble piece which includes Catherine Keener, Frances McDormand, and Joan Cusack as three long-time friends of Olivia (Aniston’s downtrodden teacher now working as a maid). However, “Friends With Money” begins with Olivia’s story, centers around developments in her personal life, and ends with a possibility (rather than a promise) for her future.

As we watch Olivia beg, borrow, and steal to get by — including stealing another woman’s husband for a few romantic encounters — her wealthy friends struggle with their own problems. Ensemble or not, clearly the sticky-fingered Olivia (i.e., Aniston) steals the show, as well.

Christine (Keener) realizes that she and her husband — screenwriting collaborators — don’t communicate anymore. Confronted by her own mortality and a strikingly effeminate husband, fashion designer Jane (McDormand) fears that she’s losing control. On the other hand, Frannie (Cusack) is happily married and independently wealthy, and has no significant worries except the basic inconveniences of daily existence.

The men in their lives, played by Simon McBurney, Jason Isaacs, Scott Caan, Greg Germann, and Bob Stephenson, have their own intricate stories to tell.

We get to view these tangled relationships from every angle, and are privy to conversations between the four women, between two of the women gossiping about the others, between the individual couples, between friends and clients, between friends and lovers (or past/potential lovers), between the men, and various combinations of all of the above. It may be complicated keeping track, but it’s certainly lots of fun.

Honestly written and sensitively portrayed, this Sony Pictures Classics Release reveals the comedy and drama of modern couples in Los Angeles trying to work things out, but “Friends With Money” shares the triumphs and frustrations of middle-aged women everywhere as they come to terms with their social, personal, familial, and sexual status in life.

Copyright 2006 Leslie Halpern

Central Florida entertainment writer Leslie Halpern is the author of more than 1,300 articles in trade and consumer magazines. She wrote the books “Reel Romance. The Lovers’ Guide to the 100 Best Date Movies” (Taylor Trade Publishing), which reviews date movies for couples and suggests romantic ideas inspired by these films, and “Dreams on Film: The Cinematic Struggle Between Art and Science” (McFarland & Company), an analysis of representations of sleeping and dreaming in the movies. Both books are available at Amazon.com. Visit her website at http://home.cfl.rr.com/lesliehalpern/leslie_halpern.htm

Recipient of two Emmy nominations and varying critical acclaim, Oz is considered by many to be one of the greatest prison dramas ever devised. Created by former St. Elsewhere writer Tom Fontana, the show was one of a number of highly touted and commercially successful HBO original series created in the 1990s. Initially aired in the summer of 1997, Oz built a strong following of viewers addicted to its vivid depiction of American prison life and hypnotic voyeuristic window into the bad side of American life. Along with The Sopranos and Sex And The City, it rose to prominence as one of the top series on HBO…

The Oz (Season 2) DVD features a number of dramatic episodes including the season premiere “The Tip” in which Oz takes a rest following a deadly riot that left two officers and six prisoners dead. Governor James Devlin (Zeljko Ivanek) demands an answer to the riot’s cause, and he enlists Alvah Case (Charles S. Dutton) to investigate, promising him his support for state Attorney General. After a thorough investigation, he decides to look the other way in regard to Whittlesey and Ross’s cigarette operation and Ross’s subsequent murder, and he deems the riot a “no-fault” occurrence, incurring the wrath of Governor Devlin… Other notable episodes from Season 2 include “Great Men” in which Kareem Said sees the opportunity to have his conviction overturned when the judge from his trial is admonished for accepting bribes, and “Escape from Oz” in which two prisoners are killed when an escape tunnel collapses, while Said turns down a pardon from the Governor, making him all the more popular in Oz…

Below is a list of episodes included on the Oz (Season 2) DVD:

Episode 9 (The Tip) Air Date: 07-11-1998
Episode 10 (Ancient Tribes) Air Date: 07-20-1998
Episode 11 (Great Men) Air Date: 07-27-1998
Episode 12 (Losing Your Appeal) Air Date: 08-03-1998
Episode 13 (Family Bizness) Air Date: 08-10-1998
Episode 14 (Strange Bedfellows) Air Date: 08-17-1998
Episode 15 (Animal Farm) Air Date: 08-24-1998
Episode 16 (Escape from Oz) Air Date: 08-31-1998

Britt Gillette is author of The DVD Report, a blog where you can find more reviews like this one of the Oz (Season 2) DVD.

Polarized sunglasses are designed to absorb the reflective solar glare from flat surfaces like water, snow, and highways. These glasses can absorb up to 97% of the glare from such surfaces. Polarized sunglasses are not just a fashion accessory but also a safety device for navigators, water sportsmen, skiers, and drivers.

Shimmering water and pristine white snow can create a tremendous reflective glare from the sunlight incident on it. Even long road stretches can produce such glares. The iris in our eye has a natural mechanism of becoming narrow and blocking light, but it is unable to block such bright glares, which is where polarized sunglasses become useful.

Edwin H. Land invented polarized lenses in 1936. Ordinary light travels in the form of waves that can vibrate in all directions. Polarized sunglasses polarize the light, that is, they make the light vibrate only in one direction. Generally, surfaces that produce glares have horizontally polarized light. Sunglasses are fabricated with vertical polarization to block much of the incident light and reduce glares.

Polarized lenses are made with a synthetic plastic such as CR-39 or polycarbonate, with a polarization filter enclosed within it. The filter is made of a material whose molecules align vertically. They are good not only for anti-glare purpose but also for general trendy wear.

Authentic polarized sunglasses are more expensive than ordinary sunglasses. Many shops sell cheap polarized sunglasses that are nothing but replicas of the originals. A genuine polarized lens can be tested by rotating it in a particular direction and seeing if the glare through the lens changes in its intensity on rotation. A fake sunglass may in fact damage eyesight. It is always better (and safer) to invest a few more dollars in buying a genuine pair of polarized sunglasses rather than having the eyes suffer hazards.

Polarized sunglasses are apt for people suffering from eye disorders of long-distance vision such as hypermetropia and presbyopia, who still want to enjoy the thrills of adventure sports.

There are certain limitations associated with polarized sunglasses. People wearing polarized sunglasses may not be able to notice certain relief features on snow, as it blocks several of the light rays reflecting from it. This may be dangerous in thin ice. Another factor against polarized sunglasses is that they make LCDs almost invisible from certain angles since LCDs are also polarized light.

Due to their specialized technology, polarized sunglasses are priced higher than ordinary sunglasses. Cheaper ones are available for $75 and the price may go up to $300 depending on their brand names.

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Spenser (who had no first name) was the creation of author Robert B. Parker.

Spenser was a strange mixture in terms of sensitive and physical. He was a gourmet cook but also an ex-boxer, ex-serviceman and ex-Massachusetts State Trooper, he quoted poetry yet lifted weights. He liked really excellent food but would prefer to accompany it with a mug of beer rather than a fine wine. He was a romantic soul but happy to indulge in violence when necessary.

Spenser was born in Laramie, Wyoming. His mother died in childbirth and Spenser was brought up by his father and two uncles, all of whom were carpenters.

At the end of his above-mentioned colourful and mixed career, Spenser ended up in Boston as a private investigator. The location shooting in Boston was one of the highlights of the programme.

The television version of Spenser hit our screens in 1985 but came as something of a disappointment to fans of the novels. They considered that Robert Urich was unconvincing as Spenser, portraying him as rather smug, and that Barbara Stock playing Susan Silverman (Spenser’s sometime psychiatrist girlfried) could easily have been replaced by someone else. However, Avery Brooks as Hawk, Spenser’s best friend, was hailed as a great actor wasted on a secondary part. His car, a dark green mustang, was something of a hit.

The Susan love interest was replaced by DA Rita Fiori (played by Carolyn McCormick, in the second series when Susan left Spenser. However, by the third series, Susan was back.

The TV series had three runs over three years, then was pulled. A while later, four television movies appeared, with all the original cast in place. Unfortunately, these were, if anything, worse than the previous programmes and they weren’t even filmed in Boston.

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Michael Russell
Your Independent guide to Private Investigators
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Prom night is the most memorable as well as the most looked forward to occasion for any teenager. It is a night of splendor, with people dressed in their elegant best. Prom dresses are given almost as much importance as wedding dresses since it is the last chance to make an everlasting impression.

Prom dresses are typically formal party gowns, long and delicately stunning. There is no traditional way to define the “best prom dress”. It is the one that makes a young woman feel beautiful and convey the right image-sweet, innocent, sexy or simply stunning. Prom dresses can be bought directly from stores or they can be painstakingly and lovingly designed for the best effect. These days, prom dresses are available in all sizes, for all kinds of women. Ready to wear dresses are available in plus sizes so you need not be a perfect size 10 to achieve a gorgeous look.

There are several things to be considered while choosing a plus size prom dress. It is very important that the size is just right. Each designer has his own size chart so be ready with bust, waist and hip measurements. Know your body type of the body: whether it is an A, H, round or hourglass. Then decide upon the style including the length, color, material, and other design aspects. Most professional designers will help in deciding these aspects.

The most popular plus size prom dresses available up to size 44 are satin, sequined, vintage and the timeless little black dress. Also available in plus sizes are the halter, the hanky hems, the ruffles and lace and the classic Cinderella ball gown.

Plus size prom dresses are can be found at most professional dressmakers. They are also available online. The Internet offers a wide variety of patterns, designs, colors and materials to choose from in plus sizes, often more than are found at retailers across the country. And they offer the option of custom designing a dress and may include alterations, an attractive option for those in need of custom fitting.

There are several websites on the Internet that provide plus-size prom dresses from leading designers like Alfred Angelo, Alyce Designs, Alyce , Anna Scott Designs, Attitudes by Debra, Beyond by Jovani, Cachet, Cassandra Stone, Faviana, Forever Yours, Glam Gurlz, Jessica McClintock, Joli Prom and many, many more.

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Like the juice producers that came out and said that orange juice is not just for breakfast anymore, the same applies to Sexy Fantasy Costumes! Now there’s no connection between orange juice and fulfilling a sexy fantasy, but I’m sure you get the picture.

Many single and married couples seem to always plan for certain intimate moments such as Valentine’s Day, or special Anniversary days, but when two people have that physical attraction for one another, why not keep your attraction and fantasies alive more that once or twice a year?

For all the sexy women that dressed up in their seductive costume for Valentine’s Day this year, what reaction did you get from your partner? If it was a YEAH BABY, then have you ever considered pleasing your better half with a fantasy costume that can take both of your imaginations to the next level of pleasure more often?

Having a healthy sex life starts with fulfilling each other’s sexual needs, and knowing that certain fantasies arouse your partner or spouse beyond their control, will have you experiencing more special occasions without having to wait for the occasion.

Exotic Costumes Will Have You Feeling Naughty In Leather, Satin, And Lace!

When searching online for your desired sexy fantasy costume, many women can feel their sexiest when they slide into sleek satin and thin lace costumes. The men can feel masculine and sexy at the same time while they jump into a leather outfit, or themed uniform.

The best advice to remember is to listen to your partner and find out what really excites them, and what gets their imagination going into overdrive. Don’t be afraid to ask them what turns them on the most, so you can get the exact theme costume that will definitely drive him or her crazy.

As much as the sexy nurse costume is a favourite among males and women alike, ladies, you have to pry a little deeper. Get them to express their most inner fantasies, and even though it may shock you at first, fulfilling them will only make your relationship stronger.

Maybe your man always fantasized about strippers, and nothing for them would be more appealing then for you to slip on that see-through full piece bodystocking and those sexy boots with high heels, and you offered him a seductive dance. Whew, it’s getting hot in here!

The men have to do the same, and when they want to truly please their partner with the right fantasy costume, you’ve got to listen to what they have to say. We always believe that a woman likes a man in a policeman or fireman’s costume, but you never know! She may have had a fantasy of you in a tight latex outfit! Until you get into each other’s mind and understand your sexual desires, the costume of choice will be much easier to find. All I know is by my experience, many men will tend to sway more to the sexy stockings with the schoolgirl or cheerleader costume, or the sexy maid costume. However, I’m telling women right now, that you have to go beyond the traditional and find something that will really take him to the moon.

All the men reading this article, you must do the same and take your costume fantasy to the next level, be spontaneous, and unique to give her that real surprise. Oh yeah, and one last thing, ensure that you have the strawberries and whipped cream close at hand.

If you’re wondering how to find sexy costumes to fulfill your fantasies, I have written our “Second Part” of this article, where I will be offering you a variety of costume options, and also where you can easily find these sexy outfits including sexy accessories online. To read further and find out more, just follow our link to Sexy Fantasy Costumes Part Two, and find out what costume fantasies you will be fulfilling today.

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Corsets are more popular today then they were in the Victorian era. Better still, they are available in an array of fabrics such as satin, Chinese silk, velvet, brocade and leather. The most popular among women who like to feel sexy are leather corsets. A leather corset is exotic and signifies the fearless dominant woman who is not afraid of showing off her sexuality and “animal” instincts. For women who like the look of an hourglass figure, slimmer appearance and back or posture support, the leather corset is the answer. Or for those women who want to look sexy and join in on the latest fashion trend, the answer is an authentic leather corset. Many women love the feeling of confidence and sensuality they get when wearing a beautiful leather corset. There are even the more erotic uses of leather corsets for those who dabble in the fetish scene.

Because of their popularity, corsets are seen on fashion runways everywhere, and they are part of the movie scene in New York and Hollywood. Corsets are flourishing in Hollywood films and are being paraded down catwalks as one of the latest fashion trends.

For the indulgent woman, a hand crafted leather corset is an ideal gift from her lover. Most corsetieres have become very innovative when it comes to designing corsets. You will find leather corsets in unique designs including lace and leather; leather corsets with buckle and metal clasps. Of course, you can put wings to your flights of fantasy by getting a custom-made leather corset in your own unique fetish style. Leather goes well with metal.

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Wholesale Replica Sunglasses are know in different ways. Some people
are looking for Sunglasses with the actual brand names on them. Others are
looking for a style that compares to the original. In either type these
are know as replicas. In this article we are going to cover what different
types of Wholesale Replica Sunglasses there are.

A lot of people are looking for Wholesale Replica Designer Sunglasses with
company names on them, these are also known as fakes. Fake Sunglasses are
very popular and sell very well but there are draw backs to them. One of
the most common draw backs is they are low quality and don’t offer any UV
protection. They can also break very easy or fall apart in a very short
period of time. Selling Replica Designer Sunglasses with company names on
them like Oakley, Chanel, Gucci and other brand names is illegal. We do
not suggest selling this type of merchandise. Although there is a high
demand for these types of items, selling them is breaking the law.

Replica Sunglasses that compare to, that are similar in style with no brand
name on them are ok to sell. We suggest only selling this type of Replica
Sunglass because you are not breaking any copyright laws. Some sunglass
companies offer the “Compare To Brand Name” type of Sunglasses. We find
these types of Sunglasses to sell very well. People like the idea of
seeing a pair of Sunglasses that they can relate to the brand name.

People want a brand name Sunglass but don’t want to pay the price. Most
higher end brand name Sunglasses sell for around $100 - $300 per pair.
Replica Sunglasses are the perfect alternative to the brand name Sunglasses.
The price on most Replica Sunglasses are around $10, so if you end up loosing
them or breaking them you are not going to feel so bad. One thing about
selling Replica Sunglasses is the profit margin is very good. Most
retailers make around $8.00 on each pair sold.

Things to look for in Wholesale Replica Sunglasses. Quality is very
important you don’t want to be selling low quality Sunglasses that break very
easy or don’t offer any UV protection. Look for styles that compare to the
originals but don’t have brand names on them. A reputable supplier that
stands behind there merchandise. A supplier that offers fast shipping, low
prices and good customer service. A Sunglass supplier that has had years
of experience that can offer ideas on promoting your business.

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