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http://www.octoshape.com/play/play.asp?var...V07&lang=en You have to download a plug-in and the picture quality sucks! But it's better than nothing.

http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseacti...eoid=2024910660

In the most basic sense and by definition, unity keeps the "individual" in line, in check. Like "aghotats vochxar". It inhibits diversity and uniqueness. Our people like to follow a trend...German cars is a perfect example. Those who break free and choose not to follow the trend are seen as a threat. They cannot be put in a box and labeled. That scares our people. The most fascinating people I have met thus far have been the ones who break free of the notion of "unity". It can be a self-imposed prison sentence.

Mommy is PRICELESS! Mom and Dad were watching TV when Mom said, "I'm tired, and it's getting late. I think I'll go to bed" She went to the kitchen to make sandwiches for the next day's lunches. Rinsed out the popcorn bowls, took meat out of the freezer for supper the following evening, checked the cereal box levels, filled the sugar container, put spoons and bowls on the table and started the coffee pot for brewing the next morning. She then put some wet clothes in the dryer, put a load of clothes into the washer , ironed a shirt and secured a loose button She picked up the game pieces left on the table, put the phone back on the charger and put the telephone book into the drawer. She watered the plants, emptied a wastebasket and hung up a towel to dry. She yawned and stretched and headed for the bedroom. She stopped by the desk and wrote a note to the teacher, counted out some cash for the field trip, and pulled a text book out from hiding under the chair. She signed a birthday card for a friend, addressed and stamped the envelope and wrote a quick note for the grocery store. She put both near her purse. Mom then washed her face with 3 in 1 cleanser, put on her Night solution & age fighting moisturizer, brushed and flossed her teeth and filed her nails. Dad called out, "I thought you were going to bed." "I'm on my way," she said. She put some water into the dog's dish and put the cat outside, then made sure the doors were locked and the patio light was on. She looked in on each of the kids and turned out their bedside lamps and TV's , hung up a shirt, threw some dirty socks into the hamper, and had a brief conversation with the one up still doing homework. In her own room, she set the alarm; laid out clothing for the next day, straightened up the shoe rack. She added three things to her 6 most important things to do list. She said her prayers, and visualized the accomplishment of her goals. About that time, Dad turned off the TV and announced to no one in particular. "I'm going to bed." And he did.... Anything extraordinary here? Wonder why women live longer...? 'CAUSE WE ARE MADE FOR THE LONG HAUL..... (and we can't die sooner, we still have things to do!!!!)

"I didn't think that it was going to be so easy and fast!" Lol. True that! Lol. Maybe it is due to the fact that you were emotionally ready to move on. Regardless of the reason, I'm glad you are at such a good place within yourself already.

Nina Simone........ If You Knew http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAv1FDpdnmE Sinnerman http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSasf8GBfV4 My Baby Just Cares for Me My Man's Gone Now http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HDAQZYtetg Angel of the Morning http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9TMtIj6kW6w

From Billie Holiday: I'll Be Seeing You and The Very Thought of You.

Something for our Arabic loving friends Ishtar - Comme Toi (french) http://youtube.com/watch?v=soOUDNsaZ5U Are you familiar with Nanni? She translated this song to Armenian. It is called "Togh Lini" and is included in her "White Cross" album. Her rendition with duduk playing in the background is haunting. I soo know that I am going to get negative feedbackk for even bringing her/him up. Lol. Mersi, Error jan. This is truly a nice treat for all.

I am sorry for my part. Antsats lini. Knereq.

Bolorovin hamadzayn em, Anoushik jan. I too come here to learn and am exposed to such a wealth of history and culture that I have not acquired in any class of any subject. I am endlessly thankful to those persons who take the time to contribute and educate the rest of us who do not know the history and the story of our people. You cannot imagine how much time I spend researching and reading older posts in the wee hours of the morning instead of sleeping. I can't help it. I have found a piece of MYSELF here. But why limit ourselves to only our story? Why not soak up and take in different subjects and the stories of different people? I used to ask my grandparents why they speak Turkish so fluently and use the language in our home. I remember being quite young and hating the facts that they spoke this dirty language. My grandmother used to tell me that a smart woman should know the language of her enemy. I do not know if anyone agrees with this but it made all the sense in the world to me. Why not learn all that we can? I for example am fascinated to find out that Lilith is such a symbolic legend/persona in history. My sister is named Lilit. The info on the site is quite interesting. I remain a loyal student and am ready and willing to learn all that my fellow members care to teach me.

Fine Explanation The wife came home early and found her husband in their bedroom making love to a very attractive young woman. And was somewhat upset. You are a disrespectful pig!" she cried. "How dare you do this to me a faithful wife, the mother of your children? I'm leaving you. I want divorce straight away!" And the husband replied "Hang on just a minute love, so at least I can tell you what happened.""Fine, go ahead," she sobbed," but they'll be the last words you'll say to me!" And the husband began -- "Well, I was getting into the car to drive home and this young lady here asked me for a lift. She looked so down and out and defenseless that I took pity on her and let her into the car. I noticed that she was very thin, not well dressed and very dirty. She told me that she hadn't eaten for three days! So, in my compassion, I brought her home and warmed up the enchiladas I made for you last night, the ones you wouldn't eat because you're afraid you'll put on weight. The poor thing devoured them in moments. Since she needed a good clean up I suggested a shower, and while she was doing that I noticed her clothes were dirty and full of holes so I threw them away. Then, as she needed clothes, I gave her the designer jeans that you have had for a few years, but don't use because you say they are too tight. I also gave her the underwear that was your anniversary present, which you don't use because I don't have good taste. I found the sexy blouse my sister gave you for Christmas that you don't use just to annoy her, and I also donated those boots you bought at the expensive boutique and don't use because someone at work has a pair the same." The husband took a quick breath and continued - "She was so grateful for my understanding and help and as I walked her to the door she turned to me with tears in her eyes and said, Please ... do you have anything else that your wife doesn't use?"

I do agree with you in that we cannot believe everything we hear/ read. Everyone is out to cover their own rear. The guy I know personally is not into drugs. Unfortunately, the guy who shot him is a total junkie. It must be "the company you keep". I never claimed he was an angel. Just his own stupidity that got him in the situation and some really bad luck.

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What the hell is wrong with our young men? I am not refering to this case in particular, but lately taking human life has become so commnplace that it does not shock us anymore. It seems like a majority of our guys are resorting to shooting/ killing each other as a means to solve a problem (i.e., girls. money, staring at someone for too long or in an ppropriate manner). I feel so bad for their families. As we speak, there is a young man my age fighting for his life in the I.C. U. of a local hospital. He was shot for the stupidest reason. He will never walk again, if by any chance he does actually make it. You cannot believe how stupid the "conflict" was. Why is it suddenly so easy to take another person's life? Minchev ur enq hasnelu?

Glendale man found shot to death Body was found on the roadside of Mulholland Drive by passersby Monday morning, police say. By Jason Wells LOS ANGELES — Authorities on Tuesday released the name of a Glendale man found shot to death in the Hollywood Hills on Monday. Akop Akopyan, 24, was discovered in a small "drive-out" portion of the 6700 block of Mulholland Drive by passersby early Monday morning with several gunshot wounds to his upper torso and one to his head, Los Angeles Homicide Det. Wendi Berndtsaid. He was pronounced dead at the scene at about 6 a.m. by Los Angeles City Fire paramedics, she said. Police had no suspects in the incident, Berndt said. And no witnesses have come forward, according to a LAPD news release. As of Tuesday, there was also no motive for the killing, and police investigators were asking the public for any information on the death, especially those who may have driven by the area between 4:45 a.m. and 5:45 a.m., Berndt said. Akopyan's body was found just off Mulholland Drive near that famed road's eastern terminus just above Cahuenga Pass, along the Hollywood (101) Freeway between Hollywood and Universal City. Calls from drivers of three cars were made to police early Monday morning, some of which were delayed by poor cellular reception in the hills, she said. Detectives involved in the case would not say if the shooting occurred where Akopyan's body was found, or if it was dumped at the location. "There's a lot of information we can't put out," Berndt said. "We're following a lot of leads." Detectives would also not confirm if the death was gang-related. The Hollywood Division of the Los Angeles Police Department had received numerous leads as of Tuesday, but many had not panned out, Berndt said. "There's no breaks," she said. "This is going to take a lot of legwork." Akopyan had family in Glendale but was unmarried, did not have children and was unemployed, she said. "We encourage anyone to call," she said. "Any clue, we'll follow up on." Anyone with information that might help detectives is encouraged to call Hollywood Division Homicide Detectives at (213) 972-2910 during the week. On weekends and during off-hours, call the 24-hour toll-free hotline at (877) LAW-FULL. Published Mar 13, 2007 - 22:51:19 P Glendale News Press

I hope I don't come off sounding like a self-help book. Lol. Ended a long term relationship recently, so I was in a similar boat. The following are a few helpful pointers: 1. Get rid of evrything tangible associated with him. Either pack them up and store in frind's place or toss away (better option). 2. Take up a new hobbie a.s.a.p. Dancing, beginner's photography, gym or as simple as joining school clubs. Keep yourself busy doing something you enjoy in your spare time. This helps you avoid wallowing around in self-pity and reliving/remembering the "good old days". 3 .Spend quality time with family and friends. These ppl are probably the ones who know you best and know how to care for you during this time. Accept the love and support. Don't shut them out. 4. Date. When you are ready, go out. Shouldn't be too serious. Coffee with someone who asks you out that you actually like. (Must say I am being a hypocrit with this one since I can't seem to follow own advice. ) 5. Accept that you will never completely "get over him". This is why I responded to this post. Am not a expert on relationships, nor am I claiming to be. Nevertheless, I had to let you know that you never truly forget the experince and the person. It all stays with you forever. You just find closure withn yourself and personal peace with the fact that the relationship is over and that is okay. Don't forget that you have to tkae the steps to move forward. No one can help you out of this, least of all him. And whatever you do, don't go back for "one last dance". It makes things ten times more complicated and plants seeds of unwarranted doubt. Again, this is just an attempt at helping you out. What worked for me might not work for you. And I am sure you will be fine. Women are generally more emotional, yet we are intelligent enough to recognize that this is our major weakness and we will try to stop our emotions from unduly influencing us or ruling us. Good luck.

Lol. Must get back to work. Lol. This place is way too tempting.

I completely agree. No offense meant toward Anahid, but I wonder why women perpetuate such messages which hinder womens advancement in the world as opposed to support and encouage them. Don't tell your daughters that they can't do this or shouldn't do that. Teach them right from wrong, as previously stated, instill strong morals and values. I am sure when you give somenone some space to fullfill her dreams, she will not throw it away by sleeping with random guys just because she has the oppertunity to and is away from parents' watchfull eyes. Hopefully, no one here is naive enough to believe that just because most of our girls live with the family before marriage that SOME are not sleeping with their serious partners. Goes to show that where thers is a will, there is always a way.

No apologies necessary, Sip. In all honesty, I will admit that the primary motivation for getting married was to somehow break the hold they had over me for numerous reasons including, but not limited to, the fact that they did not find my boyfriend to be a suitable partner for me in life. I thought that leaving their house would give me the freedoms I desired and give me the chance to find myself. Yet, things did not work out as I had hope and strived for so my marriage ended. Having said all that, I have to add that my family has always been the most valuable and important thing in my life. I cannot imagine having gone without their support or guidance. This is where the delicate issue lies. Going back to Dianjan's question, I have to say that it is a very bad position to put either the parent or child in. How do you tell your parents that you don't want to live with them after they have sacrificed so much for you and have made caring for you the sole purpose of their lives? Why must a child be placed in such a predicament? I think our generation will be drastically different with their children. Just by taking a consensus of my friends and cousins, I can happily say that they understand that they have accepted that it is okay to have an identity outside of being parents. They love their children and give them the mejority of their time, yet that does not deter then from having extracurricular activities and interests. I think this is a very positive change for all involved. It will provide their children with the oppertunity to live in a more happy and healthy family environment. I hope I am correct in my assumptions. I guess "time will tell"..... Sorry for the lenghty post. Can you guys tell that this is a touchy subject for me? Lol.

At the age of thirteen, I convinced myself that I was going to attend UC Berkley after high school. I dreamt of becoming a journalist; traveling around the world and living the stories I wrote about. I believed in the mantra that "life is not a spectator sport", and I would not be entrapped and limited by the mere fact that I was a girl, and an Armenian one at that! Well, the young idealist in me folded very quickley. At some point during my public high school education I realized that there was no way my parents were going to allow me to drive to Irvine a few times a week much else move to the Bay area. My parents are wonderful people and pushed their daughters put education above all else, yet they failed to understand that limitations and unreasonable expectations can butcher dreams. Now, I find myself a young, divorced single parent living with her parents. It seems that the crutch of "security and safety" has deeply embedded itself in my psyche. Yet, each and every day I remind my parents that this situation is temporary. I keep reinforcing the fact that very soon I will have to move out. Not just for me, but more so for my daughter's sake I feel the need to establish "our home" and "our rules". I want her to learn by example and see that we can manage on our own and still "keep a good name for our circle of friends and family". My parents are getting used to the idea, and I am striving each day to become stable enough (in every sense of the word) to move out. I hope that one day, if my daughter should come up to me and tell me that she has been accepted to Oxford University and is going, I will have the courage to let her go and trust that I have done everything I could have to prepare her for entering the world as an individaul (of course I will secretly move to England and live in the same town as her..lol). It all boils down to a simple question: if our parents find us capable of getting married and being responsible for and shaping another life, why can we not be intrusted with our own lives and destinys??

Most songs listed may be heard on www.hamovhotov.com under Music. Some may have clips also. May I add one? "Meghavor enq" by Olgav Ayvazyan and Arman is a good one off of the Armenian Duets album. Do check it out.

Mersi MosJan! Inch lava vor du kas. Srtanc uzumey tsaghikneri nkar post aney bayc gortsi teghits harmar cher @ngney internetov mek nkar man gay. Lol. Anchap shnorhakal em. Yev asem vor shatel chashakov bouqueta.