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[Pepper]

I wish I could have seen this. If any of you can find pics please post lol

Rose Parade Features 'Star Wars' Tribute
http://www.breitbart.com/news/2007/01/01/D8MCKQJ01.html

Nature's grandeur was on full display at the 118th Rose Parade on Monday, featuring a bounty of floral creations that included a fire- breathing dragon protecting a castle, hummingbirds hovering over blossoms and a frog trying to lap up some water.
The festivities began with a majestic flyover by an Air Force B-2 stealth bomber that brought cheers from people packed in bleachers and on streets. Actress-singer Kristin Chenoweth and a dancing troupe rang in the new year with a tribute to this year's parade theme "Our Good Nature."
One of the highlights was the three-piece "Star Wars Spectacular," an entry that celebrates the 1977 release of "Star Wars," the first film in the sci-fi saga. About 200 stormtroopers led by Darth Vader marched down Colorado Boulevard as Ewoks swung from trees and waterfalls cascaded down the side of the garden planet Naboo.
The parade's Grand Marshal was "Star Wars" creator George Lucas who rode in a 1911 Pope-Hartford, Model Y.
"We've lived here all our lives and never been to the parade, but this year we just gotta see Mr. Lucas," said 51-year-old Robin Romero of Hacienda Heights, who frequents "Star Wars" conventions across the country. "This is the 10th time I'll see him (Lucas) in person. It's going to be so cool to see the stormtroopers march."
The parade featured 45 floats, which must be completely covered by organic material, 22 marching bands and 23 equestrian units. Actor James Garner, Miss America Jennifer Berry and basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar also made appearances. The parade also was marked by a first-ever appearance by llamas.
The few first floats didn't disappoint the masses. A 45-foot tall Mother Nature was surrounded by animals while scores of live doves were released as it began its procession. The float was soon followed by "Jewels of Nature," a colorful display of butterflies adorned with tulips, daffodils and lilies.
It was the first Rose Parade for Ralph and Annette Cyr, who traveled from Pittsford, N.Y. The couple usually has two televisions ready to go at their home to watch the parade.
"I've been wanting to come all these years, and this year our daughter bought us the tickets and said, 'You're going,'" said Annette Cyr, 70.
Many parade-goers spent a cold night along the route, staking out prime seats. Police said the crowd was generally peaceful, though 18 people were arrested on suspicion of various crimes, including public drunkenness.
Overnight temperatures dipped into the 40s, but temperatures began to warm and were expected to be in the 60s. Last year's parade was doused with rain for the first time in 50 years.
Hundreds of volunteers scrambled late Sunday to put the finishing touches on the floats.
"It's about 100 hours of work for about 20 seconds on television," said Diane Garlock, a 59-year-old retiree from Northridge, as she placed roses on a float. "But it's worth it ... the floats just transform before your eyes."
The parade precedes the Rose Bowl, which will pit Michigan against Southern

[Slowcode]

This is actually phase one of Bush's exit strategy. Now that Saddam is out of the way a true dictator can move in.

He was eliminated for his "Lack of faith." Iraq will be peachy keen in no time. And if you are wondering what all that money is for in the new years arms appropriation bill= That's no moon, it is a spacestation.

[Brewtt]

I saw a clip on the news with hundreds of Storm Troopers marching in the parade.

[doc Zox]

http://news.yahoo.com/photo/070102/i...3353003228.jpg

Rose Parade Grand Marshall director George Lucas takes the field for the coin toss at the 93rd Rose Bowl game, with his children Amanda (obscured) and Jett (2nd R) and a person dressed as the Darth Vader character, in Pasadena, California, January 1, 2007

http://news.yahoo.com/photo/070101/i...4014252433.jpg

Parade participants dressed as Star Wars characters, including close to 200 fans from the '501st Legion' in Stormtrooper costumes, make their way down Colorado Boulevard during the 118th Tournament of Roses


http://www.501st.com/

Training Complete, Time to March
by tuskentrooper on Sun Dec 31, 2006 10:32 pm
The last day of Rose Parade preparation has come to an end. After presenting George Lucas with a Stormtrooper helmet autographed by 200 parade-attending 501st members and a personalized 501st Legion letterman jacket, the troops performed a quick series marching routines for Grand Marshal Lucas at the Pasadena training grounds. Satisfied with the presentation, the team of drill instructors (comprised of the Legion's own experienced members led by Col. Anthony Toledo) released the troops to enjoy a few short hours of "down time" before launching 2007 in Star Wars style. Not only is the new year the 30th anniversary of Star Wars, but also the 10th anniversary of the 501st Legion. Thank you to all of our friends, family and fans who have given the Legion such wonderful support for the past decade! Happy New Year! Be sure to check YouTube.com for some exciting and fun video coverage!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEXfMZra9o8

[SuperHiQuality87]

Oh god, IT'S HAPPENING!!



.....III

[Wycke]

Is someone actually suggesting that "dubya" is, in fact, a Dark Lord of the Sith? I find that a little hard to accept. I don't think he's an evil man, just stupendously clueless. I mean, do you really think the Emperor or Vader's approval ratings dropped at all after the first Death Star was destroyed? Vader, I'm pretty sure, never needed to assure his subjects that he would "stay the course".

If anything, to paraphrase Mongo: "Bush only pawn in game of life". Now, Bill Gates...he's got that creepy, "Dark Lord", kinda vibe to 'im....

[Frontier_Bill]

Someday soon.. in the wee hours of the mornin', all windows PC's will hover to a location somewhere above Florida - in space - and form into Gates' death star.

[Amoryl]

if they wanted an example of cruelty and evilness to lead the parade, they should have had lucas himself lead the march. he could have stopped occasionally to eat a baby and smack all of his fans with a barbed JarJar Binks doll

[Pepper]

Originally Posted by Amoryl

if they wanted an example of cruelty and evilness to lead the parade, they should have had lucas himself lead the march. he could have stopped occasionally to eat a baby and smack all of his fans with a barbed JarJar Binks doll

Now thats funny! thanks for the links to the pics.


Hey Doc Zox
have you ever heard of Zox bikes?
http://www.zoxbikes.com/
nice bikes.

[craltal]

Originally Posted by Frontier_Bill

Someday soon.. in the wee hours of the mornin', all windows PC's will hover to a location somewhere above Florida - in space - and form into Gates' death star.

Hey! What'd we do this time?
Wouldn't it make more sense to congregate over Washington state?