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ROBERT BURNS  

Its February and few weeks before Valentine's day! You are bond to hear this much-qouted poem by Robert Burns recited by your one and only. What you might not realize is the appeal of the poem stems from the author's boldness assertion and declaration.

This article is about Robert Burns the Scottish poet.

Burns wrote of matters that commoners could relate to; perhaps that is why he was so loved and so well received by the people.

January 25th, marking the birthday of the Scottish poet Robert Burns, is a little known holiday which is celebrated around the world. Robert Burns' birthday is usually celebrated with a supper consisting of haggis, a Scottish delicacy, as well as other side dishes.

Robert Burns' (1759 - 1796) "To a Mouse" (1785) is an emotional prose of human vulnerability, pain and regret that is shared universally by all creatures on Earth.

In comparing Romantic writers such as William Blake, Robert Burns, and William Wordsworth, one realizes that, while Nature is a common element found in all three of these writers' works, it is represented in quite different ways.

Kristina Caban was sentenced to five years of jail for masterminding the forcible branding of Samir Sara, who was also beaten and robbed by Robert Testagrossa and another assailant. The act was in retaliation to Sara's not ever calling Caban after their one night of sex.

Garrison Keillor and Robert Altman team with stars who shine and present a lusterous production that has reminiscence, laughter, warmth, humor and a little mystery - perhaps even a little retribution. Meryl Streep and co-stars make this a memorable film.

The Immigration Reform Bill did not so much fail as it crashed and burned in the Senate. There are some lessons to be learned therefore.

A great summer red wine that is the perfect accessory to the red meat that is cooked on the grill!

The house in Granite Bay was found to be fully engulfed in flames at 6:40 p.m. Firefighters described the home as "in an envelope of flames" when they arrived.

Admiral Mike Mullens, chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, visits Guantanamo Bay facility following protests by Amnesty International seeking it be shut down

Who doesn't love a dozen long-stemmed roses for Valentine's Day? Nothing says, "I love you," like a bunch of red beauties, at least according to floral tradition. Here's how to arrange and care for your long-stemmed beauties.

Topical searches for poetry yield overly broad results, and much garbage surrounding the few good choices. With that in mind, I present what I consider the best poems to read to seduce or just to revel in romance.

The Scots still have some quaint customs and one of them is first footing which is practiced at New Year or Hogmanay.

This short story is part of a book in production.

Following, are eight forgotten movies of the 1940s. Some were low budget "B" movies while others were main programmers.

New Year's Eve, a time to celebrate! How long has this event been celebrated?

Is July 10th your birthday? How will you celebrate this momentous occasion? With what notable individuals do you share your birth date?

This is a classic poetry book that contains fillers for church pamphlets and mini-chapbooks. I'm surprised that A Treasury of Christian Poetry is not a best-selling book.

An article containing information on the country of Scotland. If you want to know more about this country then this is the article to read. The amazing countryside, Scottish traditions, and friendly people, make Scotland the great country it is today.

This is a compilation of ten summer love quotes and an individual interpretation of the meaning behind them.

If your religion and tradition allow for personalized wedding vows, why not look to poetry for inspiration?

A lifetime reward to yourself - a trip to Scotland

An amazing movie based on an even more amazing story that actually changed the way justice was doled out in parts of America.

When you belt out Auld Lang Syne tonight, will you really know what you're singing? Here is a snapshot of the words and brief history of the song.

Scottish Festivals have become very popular events in America. As more Americans discover their genealogical links to Scotland, the attendance at these events will likely increase. Here are are some suggestions for a successful Scottish Festival.

St. Louis is home to the biggest brewer in the world, Anheuser-Busch. If you are a small, independent craft brewer, how do you compete against the king in his own castle?

An analysis of William Wordsworth's Resolution and Independence

Central Park is almost 150 years old and has smething for everyone from playground to concters to horse back riding and tennis

33 things you might not have know about Holloween

Castles are beautiful and many people do not realize that the United States has its share of these beautiful structures still standing today.

A weekly trivia quiz to test your mettle!

Nestled on the banks of the Tennessee River, Florence (Alabama) is a city with a hidden past. Florence, the largest of the Quad Cities, is home to the University of North Alabama and was the birthplace for several well-known figures including W.C. Handy and Sam Phillips.

English at CU is a program full of helpful classes to bring your dreams of being a writer to life.

Seven individuals and corporations who are on line sellers of alternative hormone replacement products have been charged by the Federal Trade Commission with making health claims for their natural progesterone creams without having any supporting scientific evidence.

There are over 100 different types of roses, from the wildly fragrant and hardy shrubs found on the beach to the glorious long stemmed Hybrid Teas that have long been prized by florists, lovers, and brides alike. They have a long and colorful history.

Anxiety creeps into the minds of those who suffer from insomnia and as the sun sinks slowly in the sky, nighttime becomes a anxiety ridden toss

Was General Pace asked by Bush's people to resign because of the unpopularity of the Iraq War, or because of his statements on homosexuality, or both?

I could be wrong, but I didn't see any coverage leading up to the 63rd anniversary of the Normandy D-Day landings anywhere, in print, on the air or even the Internet until there was such an outcry that items began to appear the next day.

Robert Williams was indicted on 71 counts which include rape and attempted murder.

Sappho (7th century, Greece) shows, in "He is More than a Hero" four passionate stanzas of Sapphic poetry, why her legendary sexuality lives even today.

In magazine ads, the advertiser is essentially limited to certain means of communicating his or her beliefs. He or she must incorporate images and text in a balanced manner to convey the message or argument.

Robert Burns said, "The best laid plans of mice and men aft gang aglee", and my grandmother reflected the same idea with "Men make their plans, and God laughs!" Dealing with the unanticipated is the real challenge of life.

With the current release of Emilio Estevez' ensemble drama "Bobby," about the lives of several people all staying at the Ambassador Hotel on the day of the assassination of Senator Robert Kennedy, the subject of his death has been brought to light once again.

Stephen Gaghan re-teams with Stephen Soderbergh after their gut-wrenching reality check of the war on drugs in Traffic. Together with George Clooney and a smorgasbord cast of intrigue, Syriana turns a critical lens to another drug of choice: Oil.

The Bourne Ultimatum is an eye peeling, edge of your seat action romp that leaves the audience feeling they ran around, chasing Jason Bourne through the streets.

Valerie James, 20, and Robert Heck, III, 27, have been charged with the first-degree assault of their 4-month-old son. He is one of conjoined twins, who were separated this past fall.

Camera phone users in the US are just stuck using their phones for taking snapshots or a video clip. That's not the case with cell phone users in Japan according to popsci.com, camera phones are used with for a host of applications not available in the West

Fireworks were created in China around the 9th century. Like most inventions, it was a fluke when a chinese cook combined some volatile ingredients together that could have easily "blown him away"

Did you know that you should leave a flaming gas nozzle in your vehicle to minimize serious injury or damage? Learn more about why gas pump accidents occur and share these gas pump safety tips with your children.

President Bush has publicly assured everyone that he would never tolerate a nuclear Iran, and the big question central to the debate is when and whether it makes sense to shift course.

"When it's 100 in New York, it is 72 in Los Angeles. When it's 20 in New York, it's 72 in Los Angeles. However, there are six million interesting people in New York - and 72 in Los Angeles." Neil Simon - On why he prefers New York over Los Angeles.

WW: What's your favorite word? PG: monadnock WW: Meaning? PG: It is a pillar of rock that stands alone -- like the ultimate hard-on.

Here is a list of everything included in the 4 disc boxed set, and a review of the best and worst in the season.

I did break my rule of not using sequels because there is one so mind numbingly awful that it behooved me to include it.

The 90's were an exciting period as a group of exciting new filmmakers made their splash in Hollywood.

Star Trek's cast members become famous. But the guest stars who board the Enterprise are some of the biggest names in Hollywood.

It's been a crazy year in pop culture. And we still have 2/3 of 2007 left to go!

Important information for anyone wondering if the Atkins diet is the answer to their weight loss woes.

A collection of 20 great quotes about writers and writing.

With their 10th studio album, Clutch successfully fuses blues and heavy metal to a magnificent end....

...because inevitably, we become what we think and our world is a reflection of us.

A brief paper looking at the different approaches to the problems cropping up around social security and a look at the effects of the coming demographic shift.

Here is my second installment of movies to be released in 2008. I hope you all enjoy movies as much as I do!

Jill St. John Biography

In compiling these lists I have purposely skipped over low budget films and, in all but one case, sequels that are much too easy to pick apart.

No matter what it says on the Hollywood walk of fame, many times an actor is never known by their real name. Here is a list of many of the most famous actors and actresses, listed by the names you probably know and then their birth name revealed.

People everywhere sign up with the Federal Election Commission to run for President

This list of famous left-handed celebrities takes a look at some of the biggest actors in Hollywood.

Who is the scariest horror movie villain of all time? Michael Myers? Freddy Kreuger? Jason Vorhees? This article gives a brief background on the most prolific horror movie icons of all time. You decide for yourself.

An artical outlining the success of famous people who have learning disabilities and the fact that a disorder can't stop you.

People across the globe practice the alternative therapy of ear candling in hopes of removing a build up of wax and toxins from their ears. Yet, is this procedure truly effective, or a massive hoax that has lived on for centuries?

Amaze your friends with this daily holiday list of events happening around the world today!

The 2008 Academy Award nominations were announced in Beverly Hills, California on Tuesday morning, January 22, 2008.

Although his mission was not successful, Nathan Hale has been widely regarded as an American hero for being the first spy in American history...

Patrician Princess Edie Sedgwick flourished on the Fun City stage as Andy Warhol's "Superstar" of 1965. However, her career as a model and actress was derailed by drug addiction.

An overview of how Hollywood treats real-life disasters in film.

This article details the history of every Broadway theater with a list of their shows.

Here are some of the accidents, deaths, and close calls that have happened on film sets.

One of the hardest-working child stars of the 1970's, Rist reflects on his time as a cast member of several popular shows.

The death of a child is an unbearable situation. But when the child's life is ripped away by ludicrous reasonings such as religion, drugs, alcohol or an abusive childhood, the suspect is free from taking any responsiblity from their own actions.

Brief history of the Holocaust

After nine years, my wife and I decided to try the expensive process of In-Vitro Fertilization.

Read the list to see which people from the worlds of history, literature, entertainment, and more share your January birthday.

More of the greatest disasters in entertainment history

My take on this phenomenon

The Simpsons has so far produced two soundtrack albums. It's about time a third was released.

One man's opinion of the top ten musical numbers to air on the Simpsons as of April 2006.

This article lists some of the Auto Body Shops that are located in Bloomington, Minnesota icluding contact information.

While it would be expected for three closely related women to have much in common, Mama, Dee, and Maggie each have a very different life story, perspective on life, and concept of history.

The Edgar Allan Poe awards honors the best in mystery fiction, non-fiction, tv, and film either published or produced in the preceding year.

My fave. from 2005

If you've made your characters people to care about, living a fantastic (or harrowing) story, there's no reason to scrap the project. What you might be dealing with is a literary "battle of the bulge". In other words, it's time to edit ... carefully.

This article lists 10 movies to watch on the 4th of July. Plot summaries and reasons why these movies are suitabe for the holiday are given.

An explanation of charisma, or "star appeal."

On Christmas Eve, 1968, three explorers gave a Christmas present to the world that was much needed. That year had not been a happy one, with wars, riots, assassination, and political unrest. But that Christmas Eve was glorious indeed.

Every year since 1986, fans of the fantastic have foregathered in Atlanta, Georgia at the time of the Dragon*Con. This year it is taking place from Friday, Sept 2-5, and as usual there are hundreds of guests to fit the taste of just about anyone.

Who remembers what film won the Oscar in 1933? It was a Western, Cimarron. But ask if anyone has heard of King Kong, everyone says...sure! Tom Weaver, interviewer extraordinaire, brings together 20 genre greats for sci fi and horror reminiscences.

Death is a fact of life, and the famous among us are treated no differently than average citizens when it comes to government record keeping - everyone's exit is commemorated with a death certificate. Mike Steen spotlights a selection of these documents