Today's Dish: Ben Affleck is "Batman", Kelly Clarkson's Wedding, Fall Fashion Trends, America's Next Top Model Preview, And More!

Ben Affleck to play Batman in new "Superman" movie.

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A trashy preview of  tonight's "America's Next Top Model".

Female journalist victim in brutal rape in Mumbai.

Kelly Clarkson call off lavish wedding, decides to elope instead.

Yahoo! helps you teach your kids manner.

With Labour Day a little over a week away, foodandwine.com gives you ten great burger recipes.

HGTV host Paul James help you prepare your gardens for the upcoming autumn season.

Huffington Post Canada shows us ten fall fashion trends.

Preview of movies at the box office this weekend.

And "People" gives us this week in celebrity pictures.

New: First Pic Of North West (A.K.A. Baby Nori), Daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West

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    It's been a few months she was born, but North West, daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, made her debut today on grandma Kris Jenner's talk show.  The world has speculated about what the offspring of Kimye would look like, but now the speculation is over. I think she looks a whole lot like Kim and not much like Kanye, but that's my personal opinion.  What do you think about the pic of Baby Nori? Leave your thoughts in the comment section below.

Day Trip To Larch Mountain Near Portland, Oregon: Part One

    Late last month, we decided to go on a day trip to some of Oregon's scenic mountains. I took a lot of pics, and I thought I would share some with you. The first set of pics is when we went to visit Larch Mountain.This extinct volcano stands at 4,061 feet, and it has views of Mt. Hood, Mt. Rainier, Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Jefferson, and Mt. Adams.  The morning we went, it was cloudy on the ride up, but we were above the clouds and had nothing but blue skies by the time we reached Larch Mountain's peak. It was like nothing I had experienced before, and I hope that sharing some of the pics will you will give you a tiny taste of the beauty I enjoyed at Larch Mountain

The clouds covered the valley that morning, making for a beautiful spectacle. 

The green trees on a blue backdrop were so breathtaking. 

I think that this is Mt. St. Helen's, but I'm not sure. 

One of the five mountains we saw that day. One of the mountains that we saw is Mt. Rainier near Seattle. 

The elevation that we were at got me freaked out, but I stuck in there and experienced the beauty. 

The mountain's peak. 

It was such an amazing day. 

Today's Dish (Gay Edition): Wentworth Miller Comes Out, Bradley Manning Transitioning, "Polyamory" Preview, Gay Wedding Etiquette, And More!!!

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Wentworth Miller reveals he's gay.

Steven Petrow and Thomas Roberts talk gay etiquette.

Bradley Manning starts transitioning to Chelsea Manning.

Out chef Anne Burrell has the recipe for the perfect beef brisket dinner.

Cher's "Woman's World" to get its own drag queen music video.

Kelly Clarkson features all kinds of couples in "Tie It Up" music video.

Speaking of wedding, gay.weddings.com shows how to find  friendly vendors for your gay nuptials.

"Fred star" comes out on YouTube.

"The Advocate" wonders if gay rights marches still matter.

Showtime previews tonight's "Polyamory: Married and Dating". (link sort of NSFW)

Anderson Cooper interviews Glenn Greenwald , reporter who broke Snowden story, and his partner who was detained in London earlier this week.

The gay edition of "Today's Dish" will only occur from time to time. I just saw so many stories in the news pertaining to GLBT people today, I thought I'd try it out. If you like it, let me know in the comment section, and I may make it a weekly thing. Thanks.

Parenting: Be Polite To Those With Kids On Planes!!!!!

(From technorati.com)

   Every now and then I fly back home to see my family. Flying can be stressful for anyone. There's all that waiting if your flight gets delayed, and then your shoved into a plane with strange people you don't even know for hours on end. If it wasn't for the quick travel times that one can have by flying rather than driving, I don't think anyone would subject themselves to being on a commercial aircraft.

    What gets me though is how rude people can be to parents who bring their kids on planes. I have been on a flight where someone complained loudly that a parent needed to hush their baby up, and I have seen many other people moan and complain about children who cry and act up on planes. While I may not have kids, I must say that these people really make me angry. They sit their with their mightier than thou attitudes, but they don't realize one simple fact.

    The parents who are having to put up with the screaming kids are having a hard enough time as it is. We, as humans, are not made to want to sit still in a confined space for hours on end. This is especially the case with kids. They want to get up, explore, and have fun, and being on a plane goes against their nature. The moms and dads of these kids have to try to get them to stay still, but the simple fact of the matter is that parenting is hard to do on a plane. It does not always work, and sometimes the kids cry. If that upsets you or gives you a headache, I guarantee that the parents of these children are a whole lot more frustrated and probably have a whole lot worse of a headache than you do. After all, the screams are at much high decibels when they come from your lap than when they come from two rows up so if your going crazy from the crying I can guarantee you that the parents of the kids are going absolutely mad!

  So next time you are on a plane and a kid starts to cry and act up remind yourself that the parents of the kids are having a harder time than you are, and be understanding. After all, if you want to have kids one day you will probably be in the same place, and I guarantee you it won't be fun. It goes back to the golden rule and treating others like you would like to be treated. Doing this makes life better for everyone, and it can truly change the world. So be polite to parents on planes and happy travels!

Today's Dish: Bradley Manning Sentenced, Kim Kardashian Releases Pics Of North West, "Honey Boo Boo" Preview, And More!

 Tonight's episode of "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo" looks to be bouncing good fun!

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Bradley Manning gets 35 years.

Patricia Napier-Fitzpatrick shows us some basic table etiquette.

Folks at browneyedbaker.com give us ten great cupcake recipes.

Don't mess with this Iowa man!

Next generation of space pioneers!

Kathy Griffin shares pool mystery photo.

Kim and Kanye to give the world first glimpse at baby North on Kris Jenner's talk show.

Mom receives horrific letter asking her to euthanize her autistic son. What has the world come to?

Movie Night Cap: Shirley McClaine And Jack Black Star in "Bernie"

    If you want to watch a movie that will make you laugh, cry, and say "oh my!," all at the same time, Bernie is what you are looking for. This dark comedy is based on a true story of flamboyant Texas mortician named Bernie Tied who befriends aging widower Marjorie Nugent (Shirley McClaine). As their relationship progresses, Nugent becomes more and more possessive, and this causes Tiede to eventually murder her and keep her in a freezer for month's on end.

   
    While the movie may seem sad in its description, it's anything but. The whole thing is littered with commentary of the people of Carthage, Texas, (both real and portrayed by actors) who have a lot of funny things to say about both Bernie Tiede and Marjorie Nugent. It will have you falling out of your seat in laughter, and it will have you wanting to watch it over and over again. It may be dark, but it will bring light to your day with its funny antics and hilarious portrayal of an extremely dark topic. So cap off your night by watching "Bernie" or catch it on a time when you are feeling blue. It is sure to please, and I guarantee you will love it. Here's the trailer to get you started. Enjoy!

Cher releases video for "Woman's World" on Daily Mail Website

The fabulous Cher is back with her single "Woman's World", and she tore her looks right out of today's headlines...literally!

Today's Dish: Prince George, Twins For "Real Housewives" Star, Martha Stewart, And More!

(From marthablog.com)

E! News Serves Up Prince George Baby Pics.

ABC News covers the recent ban on so-called "gay conversion" therapy in New Jersey.

Bravo previews an emotional "Real Housewives Of New Jersey"

Martha Stewart Socializes For A Cause!

Emily Post Gives Us The Basics Of Manners

CNN Covers Georgia School That Was Shot At Today

P. Allen Smith gives tips on how to make a planter for the end of summer.

Kim Zolciak has two buns in the oven!

Neil Patrick Harris has a balancing act going on.

And last but not least, "Pioneer Woman" Ree Drummond gets you ready for fall early with this mac and cheese recipe. 

"Today's Dish" is going to be links to stories that you need to know. If you fell I left something out, please write it in the comments section below. Thanks!

In Vogue: Marissa Mayer, Yahoo! CEO, Works It In Fashion Magazine Profile

(Image Via Vogue and realitatea.net)

  Being a founder of a national company like Yahoo! is hard work, but CEO Marissa Mayer knows how to take time out of her busy schedule to work the cameras. Take for instance, this spread from this issue of "Vogue", where she stuns in a blue dress. In her interview with the fashion magazine, she says that she is extremely timid, but these pics speak to the contrary. Mayer surely proves that smart and shy girls can still be fashionable and fun, and she is an inspiration to women who want to have it all.

New Music Monday!!!: Lady Gaga Releases "Applause" Music Video

Lady Gaga had a busy weekend. First, she accused Perez Hilton of stalking her, which caused Hilton and his child to receive death threats. Then she followed that up with releasing her video for "Applause", the first single from her album "Art Pop". The video is done in they typical artsy Gaga style, and it has about twenty different fashion looks in it. Watch the video below and tell me what you think of it. Are you applauding "Applause"  or booing it?

Amp Up Your Spaghetti Supper By Adjusting One Ingredient

     If your sick of the same old boring spaghetti, have I got a tip for you. To tell you the truth, I usually am not a fan of traditional spaghetti, and it was even one of my least favorite foods as a kids. Well, this notion that spaghetti was anything but the cat's pajama got thrown out the window when I adjusted one ingredient to my spaghetti. Instead of the same old boring ground beef, I chopped up sirloin steak into bite size pieces and cooked it down until it was nice and tender. Then, I just incorporated the steak pieces into the dish as I would ground beef and presto!! It was an epiphany, and it has taken spaghetti to being one of my least favorite foods to one of my most favorite. So next time your looking for something new and exciting for dinner, remember you can take your spaghetti from drab to fab by simply replacing the ground beef or meet with cut up pieces of sirloin steak. Hope you enjoy!!!!!!

P.S. If you try this out, tell me how it turned out in the comments section below.

Kim Kardashian Commits Major Etiquette Faux Pas After Receiving Gift From Katie Couric

The gift Kim K. didn't want.
(Via celebuzz.com)

   What ever happened to the days of being gracious when one received a gift? You know, the time when letter or note saying "than you" was in order whenever someone did something nice to you. Well, in the modern era, those times are long gone, and that is especially the case when it comes to celebrities. They are no longer the proper Princess Graces or Scarlet O'Haras of the past. Instead, those who behave badly are rewarded with lots of money and  a ton of press.

   Case in point is Kim Kardashian. The reality TV star and new mom received some pajamas for her baby girl from Katie Couric, and her reply was atrocious. Instead of being courteous and kind, she decided to take the opportunity to take to her Instagram account and call out Couric for comments that she had made about the Kardashian clan. While I understand Kardashian's frustration with Couric, she should have just thanked Couric and left it at that. This caused a major media backlash against Kardashian, and it got lots of people talking about Kim's lack of manners. In my humble opinion, I would say Kim K. should just stay off the web and send a "Thank You" note the next time around. Manners girl, manners!!!!!