docoflove1974

Does your dissertation work involve the extensive use of leeches? *gag*

When I went to Spain a few years ago, I noticed 2 different trends--both in Madrid and in the smaller cities. Gen X'ers and Y'ers (particularly the latter) tended to think of 'fast food' as the (predominantly) American imports like McDonalds, KFC (which, btw, is no where near the American original..oh lordy..), Starbucks and the like--what most of us in the States and (probably) the UK would consider 'fast food'. Then there were the 'cafeterias' or 'diners' (for lack of a better word)--small holes in the wall which cooked up quick meals, but relatively healthy ones. Oh, sure, there's usually meat + starch, but always with veg of some kind, and relatively inexpensive. And, honestly, a whole helluva lot better than the other stuff. Along the same lines, one could always find stalls in the mercado central (as well as in El Corte Ingl

After a quick nap and refreshing splash (not in the impluvium ), Doc's ready for more discussion and intellectual stimulation. She seeks out the wonders of Pertinax and Pantagathus, hoping to continue the good will to all. But along the way, she nearly slips on yet another trail of biscuit crumbs...

Hella cool pics, Nephele. When I went to the Prado in 2003, they had several pieces of Roman statues and marble work sprinkled all throughout the museum (as I recall, there was an 'Antiquities' room, but there were many works all over). I was just amazed...not just by the workmanship, the expressions, and by the life-like qualities, but by the fact that for so long European society 'forgot' how to make artwork like this. Oh how I wish I could go to the Met and see that exhibit for myself! Thanks for the pics!

Happy Birthday, AoS! Hopefully your consul *nudges GO* treats you well!

I must say, three cheers (and a round of libations) to you, Pertinax...for your tireless work in spear-heading and organizing the meet. Thanks to you, I'm sure, everyone was in a right mood for contributing and striking friendships.

There is entirely too much silliness in this thread, and there must be a stop to this. So, when I give the word, cut to the next thread. Ready....wait for it....action!

I am the same, but with beer. Fortunately, this does not happen with small or moderate amounts. Uh huh...and I bet if you have enough biscuits, you get a bit of an ache in the stomach region?

Why tempt the Fates? Just...why? Besides, all of us wimmins must get in, or none of us...although the Augusta doesn't seem far from falling in herself, let's not risk it for now, eh? Now...I need some nibblies...and a body...er...something to eat them off of.

I'm sure that the growth beyond Western Europe had its basis in the Crusades; although this puzzles me, as the Crusaders accounts (that I've read, at least) project a local attitude toward the Crusaders that was generally not very positive, although I'm sure that this wasn't the case everywhere. As for the Cistercians in particular, and those who had many of these 'cults', most of the ones that I know of were centered in Western and Central Europe. I know that there were some Catholic monasteries in Northern Africa, but I have no idea about the extent of their power, and one imagines that once the Arabic raiders came in at full force, well, there went the Catholics for the most part.

"Broken" was a great CD...but for my money, Trent was at his best with "Downward Spiral." I saw that concert series twice--once at the very beginning (at the Filmore in SF) and again at the very end (SJ State), and it was a damn fine series of concerts. Some of the best that I have ever seen.

I don't know about the overall spread of Catholocism, but I do know that in the 9th-11th centuries many monasteries were forming "cults" (I use this term very loosely; this is not meant to say that they were full-on crazies drinking the kool-aid, but that they were followers of a specific area of the religion more than another), predominantly following key members of the faith; the Cult of the Virgin, particularly active among the Cistercian order, is a good example of this. Many of these "cults" produced much literature--in prose and poetry, in Latin and vernacular--to not only discuss the finer details of their group and beliefs, but also to 'teach' the population about the good points of these 'beliefs'. This is how we get the various versions (Latin and vernacular) of the Miracles of Our Lady (Gautier de Coinci's Miracle de Nostre Dame, Gonzalo de Berceo's Milagros de Nuestra Se

Heheh this is way too much fun already! Doc, noticing that RCH/NN has scurried off with a tray, nods to one of the servants, and a fresh tray of nibblies is produced. She takes a small plateful over to RCH/NN, pops one into his mouth, and gives him a great big hug. No worries, mate. As for Caldrail...Doc lifts an eyebrow, offers a wink and a smile, and goes about dancing and frolicking around the hall.

Classic NIN...damn that was good to watch!

Welcome, Oracus! A fellow representative of the Bay Area!

Most people, I think, are like this. I can't eat shellfish, else my stomach decides to empty itself of all contents (there is no good way to put that, is there?), and therefore I avoid all shellfish. Although this does raise a different question, one that probably can't be answered: are food allergies more common now than in the past? I would think that if someone had grave food allergies (to glutens, to any major class of fruit/vegetables, etc.), that it would be viewed as a sign of weakness. As such, this person would be less-likely to reproduce; allergies tend to be (although not always) passed on genetically. So the possibility of passing on the propensity for allergies would go down...yet it seems like so many people have allergies nowadays.

Doc goes over to Ursus, who has unnecessarily heard such negative comments, gives him a hug and a fresh goblet of vino. In the background a cheeky bloke starts to sing..."Always look on the bright side of life..."

First we have to come up with legislation...a plan of action...then we must debate...

I thought we were the Popular Front?

Negatory...Big Bear Dude is a welcomed invitee...the bouncers are those brutes outside who'll steamroll anyone who gets out of whack. With that...GO needs to be on his best behavior!

Deepest condolences to you and your friends, CyricVT. I echo this, too...Did you know anyone who was injured or killed? How are you doing with this?

"Say no more!" Doc giggles knowingly. Just a whiff of the potent potable that Pantagathus brings over, and Doc is immediately glowing with happiness. She returns the kiss on the cheek of her friend, and quickly brings a goblet of wine to the Augusta. "You simply must try this...divine!" Doc continues to flit around the room, making sure that the party is enjoyable by all. Whispering in Nephele's ear and handing her a goblet of vino, she hopes that the great lady of ars magna will knock off the shenanigans, lest M'Lady gets her dander up (you know how fickle they can be).

LOL! More cervesia, more vino!

Oh, you were gone? Glad to have you back...I need someone to needle. Attend the Imaginary Party, please!

How about something like "Dominus cervezae" (I was attempting 'the Lord of the Beer', but I can't quite find the Latin word necessary!)