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Wolverine

June 4th, 2009 10:07 PM

Jenn's review on Wolverine

Many people have heard of X-Men. Now it's time to hear the story of how the Main Character came to be. Wolverine came out May 1st 2009, and like millions of people worldwide I stood in line waiting to get my ticket and a good seat on opening day. The movie stars Hugh Jackman as the main character. Shockingly enough unlike most superhero prequels this one actually grasped and kept my attention throughout the whole entire movie. It begins with Logan (aka Wolverine) as a child in Canada. What came as a shock to me was that Wolverine was born in the 19th century as James Howett. HOw did he get the name Logan wasnt really explained. In the movie his brother sabertooth (played by Liev Schreiber) kills Wolverine's love interest and he trys to avenge her death. However sabertooth is working for the man that actually made wolverine the way we know him today. The only thing I was confused about during the movie was, in the 1st X-Men movie Sabertooth and Wolvering go about the entire as if they never knew each other...hmmm. All in All this movie gives me hope for the rest of the Summer.

Grade: A-

Director: Gavin Hood

Cast: Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Danny Huston, Will.i.Am, Lynn Collins, Taylor Kitsch, Ryan Reynolds, Dominic Monaghan

Rating: PG-13; violence, profanity, brief nudity

Running time: 107

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Jenn's Movie Picks

June 4th, 2009 10:05 PM

Not only does my daughter Jenn like food, as you will see in her in the kitchen with Jenn, She also likes to go to the movies. When she writes a movie review, we want to know if you agree with her opinions.

The first one is Wolverine. Have you seen it yet?

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Beef Stew for 6

May 18th, 2009 10:42 PM

Beef Stew

Prep: 15 minutes
Total: 2 hours 45 minutes

Ingredients

Serves 6

3 pounds beef chuck, trimmed of visible fat and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1/3 cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound medium onions (about 2), cut into 1-inch chunks
1 pound small white or red new potatoes (about 6), well scrubbed, halved if large
1 pound carrots, cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths
6 garlic cloves, smashed
2 bay leaves

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a Dutch oven (5-quart) with a tight-fitting lid, combine beef, tomato paste, vinegar, and flour; season with salt and pepper.
Add onions, potatoes, carrots, garlic, bay leaves, and 3 cups water. Bring to a boil. Cover, transfer to oven, and cook until meat is fork-tender, 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Remove bay leaves and, if desired, season with salt and pepper before serving.

Helpful Hint

Slow-Cooker Variation: Place beef in a 5-quart slow cooker. Distribute tomato paste, vinegar, and flour over beef; season generously with salt and pepper. Add onions, potatoes, carrots, garlic, and bay leaves. Cover slow cooker; cook on high until beef is fork-tender, about 5 hours (or cook on low heat 8 hours).

I found this recipe on http://www.marthastewart.com/recipe/best-beef-stew

Jenn Franklin

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IN THE KITCHEN WITH JENN

May 18th, 2009 10:41 PM

I would like to welcome my daughter Jenn to my blog. From time to time she will be contributing recipes and movie reviews. Please post your comments as we provide great tasting meals for the family.

Why not try this recipe out in your newly purchased kitchen?

Contact me at www.donnafranklinhomes.com or dmfranklin@verizon.net

or 215 815 0710

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Happy Easter

April 10th, 2009 10:52 AM

Happy Easter To All.

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Merry Christmas

December 25th, 2008 12:08 AM

Merry Christmas

Wishing you all of the seasons best!!!!

May your New Year be filled with many blessings.

From my family to yours.... Happy 2009

Donna M. Franklin

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I'm Back

April 14th, 2008 10:48 PM

Dear Friends,

I'm sorry it has taken me so long to return to my blog.

On February 24, 2008, my mom passed away.She was not only my mom, She was my BIGGEST FAN. Mom encouraged me to get my Real Estate License, and she carried my business card where ever she went. Even while in the hospital, she would attempt to get referrals for me.

When it comes to Real Estate transactions, you can count on me to be true to what my mom taught me: to be a fair and honest person.

The best way I can honor my mom, Minnie, is to continue doing what I love, Selling Real Estate.

All the Best,

Donna

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Happy Valentine's Day

February 14th, 2008 9:43 PM

Happy Valentine's Day

Roses are Red

Violets are Blue,

When buying or selling a house,

I'm the agent for youJ

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6 MORE WEEKS OF WINTER

February 2nd, 2008 1:14 PM

Happy Ground Hog Day!

Thanks to Punxsutawney Phil seeing his shadow, we will have 6 more weeks of winter. Considering it hasn't been so bad yet in this part of the country, I can take more winter like this. How about you?

IT"S GREAT HOUSE HUNTING WEATHER......

See Ya,

Donna

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Happy Winter

January 15th, 2008 10:10 PM

Hello everyone,

It's been a long time since I have updated my blog. I'm sure you have been just as busy with the holiday season too.

My wish for all of us is a safe, healthy and prosperous NEW YEAR!!

Stay Warm ...

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