Discovery’s last mission

 photo (JoshN pro)
The space shuttle Discovery started on its last mission, STS-133, this Thursday. Above, you can see some of the magnificent photos taken by Flickr members Katie Darby, JoshN pro, DaveDoop, and Ben_Cooper. You can find more in the STS-133 group
( via Kay Kremerskothen  flickr  )
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Storm Blows Florida Pelican to a Strip Club in Canada

 Photo: mikebaird / cc

It's a rare thing for a pelican to have a name, and rarer still that that name would be inspired by a strip club -- but Ralph's life has been full of such unlikelihoods in recent months. Last August, the brown pelican from Florida was going about his business when he was swept up by hurricane Earl and blown some 1400 miles to the north, finally settling on the roof of Ralph's Place, an adult-entertainment venue in Halifax, Canada. Now, after six months of being stuck north of the border, thanks to one helpful volunteer, Ralph will soon be heading home.
(Stephen Messenger)
Storm Blows Florida Pelican to a Strip Club in Canada : TreeHugger

Valentine's Day Sparkling Wines

 Photo: Sergey Melkonov, Flickr
On Valentine's Day the last thing you want to give your sweetheart is the impression that you're cheap. But if $75 for a bottle of French Champagne seems a little stiff, we have a delicious solution for you
Valentine's Day Sparkling Wines - Slashfood
(via Kristine Hansen)

Homemade Pizza with Caramelized Onions, Blue Cheese and Thyme

This simple pizza recipe will make you think twice about getting one delivered!!
( via  Jerry James Stone )
Homemade Pizza with Caramelized Onions, Blue Cheese and Thyme - Planet Green