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Foxborough is set to host its 17th NFL playoff game Sunday when the AFC East Champion New England Patriots take on the AFC South Champion Houston Texans at Gillette Stadium in the AFC Divisional Round.
Sunday's showdown will be the fifth time the Patriots and Texans meet since Houston entered the NFL in 2002 and the first time in the postseason.
New England is 3-1 all-time against Houston, most recently
Before the Texans joined the league, the Patriots and the Houston Oilers were old foes dating back to the days of the American Football League, playing twice a year from 1960-69 and 33 times overall before the Oilers moved to Tennessee following the 1996 season.
With the Baltimore Ravens knocking off the Denver Broncos, 38-35 in double overtime Saturday, the winner of Sunday's Patriots-Texans game will
The Patriots are 13-3 all-time at home in the playoffs but just 9-6 in the AFC Divisional Round. Click here for a closer look at the Patriots by the numbers in the playoffs.
Sunday's playoff game will be nationally televised by CBS and can be seen in the Boston area on WBZ-TV Channel 4. Jim Nantz and Phil Simms will call the game. 98.5 FM, The Sports Hub, is the flagship station for the Patriots Radio Network. Play-by-play broadcaster Gil Santos is in his 36th season as the voice of the Patriots and will call the action. Former Patriots quarterback Scott Zolak will handle the color commentary.
Here's five things you need to know about Sunday's AFC Divisional Round game.
1. Foxborough Parking Ban in Effect, Stadium Parking Information and Gates Openings
Foxborough's parking bylaw, which prohibits residents from parking vehicles on their property for a fee will be in effect Sunday. Those in violation of the parking ban will be subject to a $100 fine. Click here for more information.
As for parking along Route 1, parking lots will open for game day at 12:30 p.m. Gillette Stadium's gates open at 2:30 p.m. for admission to the game.
General Parking Rates for Gillette Stadium Lots
- $40 for cars
- $125 for RVs (enter P10 N from the North, Enter P11 from the South)
- $125 for Limos (enter P1 N from north or P7 S from the south)
- $200 for buses (Enter P10 N from the North, Enter P11 from the South)
- $40 for motorcycles (one per space)
All Gillette Stadium Lots are cash only.
Allow Plenty of Time for Traffic Around the Stadium
Drivers are advised to allow themselves plenty of time when traveling near the stadium on game day. Traffic restrictions will be in place on local roads before and after Sunday's game. Fans must use I-95, I-495 or Route 140 to access Gillette Stadium.
Click here to keep an eye on game day traffic with Patch's live traffic feature.
2. The Dos and Don'ts at Gillette Stadium
No one wants to be "that fan" that doesn't know the stadium's security protocol. Be prepared on game day by reviewing the dos and don'ts at Gillette Stadium as well as other useful information about the facility:
- Ticket Policies
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- Smoking Policy
- Medical Supplies or Dietary Considerations
- Fan Code of Conduct
- Security Assistance During an Event
- Lost & Found
- Letters of Disinvite
- Designated Driver Program
3. The Last Time the Patriots and Texans Met …
The New England Patriots last played the Houston Texans on Dec. 10, 2012 – Week 14 of the 2012 season - at Gillette Stadium, beating the Texans, 42-14 on Monday Night Football.
Patriots quarterback Tom Brady threw for four touchdowns and 296 yards as the New England Patriots beat the Houston Texans, 42-14, on Monday Night Football at Gillette Stadium for their seventh straight win.
The Patriots' defense held the Texans to just 14 points after Houston entered the game averaging 29.3 points per game, which had been the second-highest total in the NFL. The Patriots shut out the Texans in the first half and built a 42-7 lead before Houston closed out the scoring with a touchdown with 2:00 left.
A matchup of the top two scoring teams in the league was a mismatch from the outset. It took New England only one possession to start its scoring barrage as the Patriots surpassed their average of 35.8 points per game. The Patriots scored touchdowns in their first three drives to take a commanding 21-0 lead.
The Patriots first drive was set up by 31-yard punt return by WR Wes Welker followed by a 25-yard reception by Welker. That helped set up a 7-yard touchdown reception by TE Aaron Hernandez. Houston threatened on the next series, but DB Devin McCourty intercepted a QB Matt Schaub pass in the end zone. QB Tom Brady moved the Patriots inside Houston territory before connecting with WR Brandon Lloyd on a 37-yard touchdown pass for a 14-0 lead.
Brady engineered an 8-play, 70-yard drive that ended with a 4-yard scoring pass to Hernandez in the second quarter for a 21-0 lead.
The Patriots extended their lead to 28-0 in the third quarter when Brady completed a 63-yard touchdown pass to WR Donte' Stallworth, who was re-signed to the team earlier in the week. The pass gave Brady his 18th game with at least four touchdown passes, moving ahead of Hall of Famer Johnny Unitas for fourth all-time. Brady nearly had a fifth as RB Danny Woodhead broke free on a screen pass early in the fourth period. Texans DE J.J. Watt forced a fumble, but the ball soared 11 yards into the end zone, where Lloyd fell on it for a 35-7 lead.
RB Stevan Ridley made it 42-7 with a 14-yard run for his 10th rushing touchdown of the season.
4. F-15s to Fly Over Gillette Stadium Prior to Kick-Off
A quartet of military fighter jets will be flying over Gillette Stadium Sunday prior to kick-off.
Four F-15 fighter jets from the 104th Fighter Wing out of Massachusetts Air National Guard in Westfield will be flying over Gillette Stadium – and Foxborough – at approximately 4:35 p.m. Kick-off will follow shortly after.
5. What to Watch For in Sunday's Playoff Game at Gillette Stadium
- Bill Belichick (17) needs one more postseason victory to move ahead of Joe Gibbs for sole possession of third place all-time in postseason wins. Tom Landry (20) is in first place followed by Don Shula (19).
- Tom Brady (16) needs one more postseason victory to break a tie with Joe Montana (16) for most playoff wins by a starting quarterback in NFL history.
- Brady has played in 22 playoff games with the Patriots and needs to play in one more playoff game to break a tie with Tedy Bruschi for most playoff games by a Patriots player.
- Brady (39) needs seven more postseason touchdowns to move past Joe Montana (45) and Brett Favre (44) for the all-time lead.
- Brady (5,285) needs 571 postseason yards to set the all-time NFL record for most postseason yards. Brett Favre (5,855), Joe Montana (5,772) and Peyton Manning (5,389) are currently ahead of Brady.
- Brady (499) can add to his NFL record of postseason completions.
- Brady (5) needs to play in on more Super Bowl to match DL Mike Lodish, who played in six (4 with Buffalo and two with Denver).
- Deion Branch (54) needs five receptions in the postseason to pass Troy Brown (58) for the most career playoff receptions in franchise history.
- Branch (836) can add to his team record for most receiving yards in the postseason.
- Wes Welker has had at least six catches in each of his seven postseason games with the Patriots.
- Welker (53) needs six postseason receptions to pass Troy Brown (58) for the most career playoff receptions in franchise history.
- Welker (438) needs 257 postseason receiving yards to move past Troy Brown (694) into second place all-time behind Deion Branch (836).


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Torre Agbar
|Torre Agbar
Torre Agbar, 10 February 2011
|General information
|Office, conference
|Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
|41°24′12″N 02°11′22″E / 41.40333°N 2.18944°ECoordinates: 41°24′12″N 02°11′22″E / 41.40333°N 2.18944°E
|Construction started
|June 2005
|Grupo Agbar
|144.44 m (473.88 ft)
|Top floor
|128.3 m (421 ft)
|Technical details
|Floor count
|Floor area
|51,483 m2 (554,158 sq ft)
|Design and construction
|Jean Nouvel, b720 Fermin Vazquez Arquitectos
|Structural engineer
|Brufau & A. Obiol
The Torre Agbar (Catalan pronunciation: [ˈtorə əɡˈbar]) is a 38-story skyscraper / tower located between Avinguda Diagonal and Carrer Badajoz, near Plaça de les Glòries Catalanes, which marks the gateway to the new technological district of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It was designed by French architect Jean Nouvel in association with the Spanish firm b720 Fermin Vazquez Arquitectos and built by Dragados. The Torre Agbar is located in the Poblenou neighbourhood of Barcelona and is named after its owners, the Agbar Group, a holding company whose interests include the Barcelona water company Aigües de Barcelona.[4]
The tower measures a total of 50,693 square metres, of which 30,000 are offices, 3,210 technical facilities, 8,132 services, including an auditorium, and 9,132 square metres for parking.
It opened in June 2005 and was officially opened by King Juan Carlos I on 16 September 2005 and at a cost of 130 million euro. It is one in a collection of High-tech architecture examples in Barcelona.
The building is owned by the multinational group Agbar which has its corporate headquarters in the building and that takes up most of the floors, renting the remainder. The Agbar Tower was acquired in March 2010 for 165 million euro, after reaching an agreement with its former owner, the investment group Azurelau.[5] Azurelau previously had bought the property in mid-2007. The purchase price was not disclosed.
According to Jean Nouvel, the shape of the Torre Agbar was inspired by Montserrat, a mountain near Barcelona, by the shape of a geyser rising into the air. Jean Nouvel, in an interview, described it as having a phallic character.[6][7] As a result of its unusual shape, the building is known by several nicknames, such as "el supositori" (the suppository), "l'obús" (the shell) and some more scatological ones.[6] It is also somewhat similar in shape to Sir Norman Foster's 30 St. Mary Axe in London, often called "the Gherkin". It has 30,000 m² (323,000 ft²) of above-ground office space, 3,210 m² (34,500 ft²) of technical service floors with installations and 8,351 m² (90,000 ft²) of services, including an auditorium. The Agbar Tower measures 144.4 m (473.75 ft) in height[8] and consists of 38 storeys, including four underground levels.
Its design combines a number of different architectural concepts, resulting in a striking structure built with reinforced concrete, covered with a facade of glass, and over 4,500 window openings cut out of the structural concrete. The building stands out in Barcelona; it is the third tallest building in Barcelona, only after the Arts Hotel and the Mapfre Tower, both 154 m (505.25 ft).
A defining feature of the building is its nocturnal illumination. It has 4,500 LED luminous devices that allow generation of luminous images in the façade. In addition, it has temperature sensors in the outside of the tower that regulate the opening and closing of the window blinds of the façade of the building, reducing the consumption of energy for air conditioning. It houses the head office of the Aigües de Barcelona Group, the water supply company of Barcelona.
The construction, as explained by Nouvel himself was strongly influenced by one of the most representative symbols of Catalan culture. On one side was inspired by the work of Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí reference to the bell towers of the Sagrada Familia and based in turn on the idea of the Hotel Attraction, a course project by teacher Reus in 1908 for some employers hoteliers New York which was redesigned in 1956 by his disciple Joan Matamala which in 1978 were included in the book Delirious New York of Rem Koolhaas, a reference for many architects. In addition, as a tribute to the Sagrada Família, the north side of the tower was designed with the intention of obtaining an optimal view of the temple. In turn, Nouvel was inspired by the distinctive pinnacles of Montserrat mountain range - of great significance for Catalonia, the location of the shrine that houses their patron saint, Our Lady of Montserrat.
In the design of the Agbar Tower, Nouvel said he rejected the prevailing opinion in North America of what a skyscraper should look like, hence the phallic shape. It is the architect's intention give the impression of land that is emerging in a special way out of the ground. The use of the tower by a water utility company, led him to the design from a metaphor of a geyser sprouting from the deep sea.
Starting in mid-1999, when activities were initiated for the preparation of the site, the building of the tower by the company Dragados,[9] dragged on for nearly 6 years. Construction ended in late 2004. Approximately 1170 workers were engaged in its construction.
The main materials used in the construction of the building are concrete which comprises the structure of the tower and aluminium and glass in the form of 59,619 strips of painted sheet metal of different colours, covering the approximately 16,000 m2 of exterior surface. In addition, the glass has different inclinations and opacities which, combined with the different shades of aluminium, alter the colour balance of the tower as a function of time of day and season of the year.
The construction used 25,000 m3 of concrete and 125 tonnes of steel.
Form and structure[edit]
The tower is made up of two concentric concrete oval cylinders which do not come in contact with each other. The outer cylinder, which completely encases the inner cylinder is covered by a dome of glass and steel which gives the tower its characteristic shape of a bullet. This outer cylinder with a thickness of 45 cm at the base and 25 cm at the top contains approximately 4,500 windows, while the inner cylinder measuring 50 cm at the base and 30 cm at the highest point, is where the lifts, stairs and facilities are located.
The building contains 38 floors of which 34 are above ground and four floors are underground. Two of the underground floors host an auditorium for 316 people in addition to other services areas while the other two are intended for parking. Of the 34 floors located above the ground, 28 are for offices, three are technical plants hosting building facilities, one is dedicated to multipurpose rooms, another houses the cafeteria and the last is intended to be a viewing platform just below the top of the tower.
One of the most characteristic elements of the building is its nocturnal illumination. The tower has more than 4,500 luminous devices that can operate independently using LED technology and enables the generation of images on the outside of the tower. The system is capable of creating 16 million colours, thanks to a sophisticated system of hardware and software. It has the ability to quickly transition between colours which can create a shocking effect.
The unique lighting system of the building, dubbed by its creator Yann Kersalé as diffraction, who defined it as "a vaporous cloud of colour that seeks moiré", is often used in the celebration of various events such as the naming of Barcelona as the capital of the Union for the Mediterranean or the 50th anniversary of Treaty of Rome.
A symbol of Barcelona[edit]
Once it was finished, the Agbar Tower quickly became an architectural icon of the city of Barcelona and one of its most famous buildings. However, it was not initially immune to criticism from citizens and experts who said that its characteristics did not fit into the architecture of Barcelona. Over time it has become one of the symbols that universally identify the Catalan capital and is one of its tourist attractions.
In mid-2008, a number of Catalan public institutions made a list that included the major cultural icons in the Autonomous Community that were meant to serve as models for tourist souvenirs which identity Catalonia, and the tower was included in it.
The popularity of the tower to tourists is such that a visit to the tower has become a part of tourist bus routes (and even the helicopter tour) and many tourists take an opportunity to visit the inside.
The impact of the image of the tower is such that many groups have chosen its vicinity as a place to carry out their demands, and in some cases even to enter it by force.
Ringing in the New Year[edit]
Since 2006, TV3, the main Catalan regional television service, has used the capabilities the special lighting system at the Agbar Tower offered to show end of year celebrations. This has become the venue chosen by thousands of locals and visitors to the city to welcome the New Year. This choice of the tower as an icon of the city for New Year celebrations have allowed Barcelona to begin to appear on television around the world alongside those of famous landmarks in cities such as Sydney, Madrid, Paris, London or New York. Prior to 2006 this did not occur because the places chosen by TV3 lacked the international recognition that the Jean Nouvel tower provides.
- The tower has twice been scaled by Alain Robert. The first, on 3 August 2006, was an action which sought to call for peace in the conflict in Lebanon. The second was in September 2007.
- In 2007, "Torre Agbar" was recorded in the Spanish Patent and Trademark office, by the company Aigües de Barcelona, for use as a brand of alcoholic beverages.
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Alain Robert climbing Torre Agbar, 9 October 2007
In popular culture[edit]
The Torre Agbar is a featured locale in the 2009 video game Wheelman, published by Midway Games.[citation needed]
The Torre Agbar also featured in a postcard in the music video of Loca People by Sak Noel, where it was described in the subtitles as 'Giant Dildo'.[citation needed]
See also[edit]
- 30 St Mary Axe, also known as "The Gherkin", and occasionally as The Swiss Re Tower, is an architecturally similar building in London which opened a year and a half earlier, in April 2004.
- Alain Robert, a famous climber who has scaled the building.
- ^ "Torre Agbar - SkyscraperPage.com". Retrieved 2007-11-14.
- ^ "Torre Agbar - Emporis.com". Retrieved 2007-11-14.
- ^ "Arquitectura Barcelona, Torre Agbar". Retrieved 2007-11-14.[dead link]
- ^ Agbar corporate Web site
- ^ Azurelau sells Barcelona's Agbar tower for EUR 165m
- ^ a b Notícias Agbar (Includes interview with Jean Nouvel) quote from the Jean Nouvel interview: The Torre Agbar is called the suppository. What do you think"? "It's normal! But I am sure that its phallic character will be diluted when it is finished. What characterised the tower will be a big vibration of light. Lovers of the mottoes you find another name, sure. [sic] (Translation by Google)
- ^ El gran supositorio Article by El Pais, quote: The suppository of Agbar rises to the heavens quickly (Translation by Google)
- ^ Torre agbar homepage
- ^ Structurae database
External links[edit]
|Wikimedia Commons has media related to Torre Agbar.
- Torre Agbar web page (Macromedia Flash)
|Preceded by
(Hong Kong, China)
|Emporis Skyscraper Award (Silver)
|Succeeded by
Q1 Tower
(Gold Coast, Australia)

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I'm giving 4 stars because it is well made and the stone is lovely. I will be sending it back because the chain is way too delicate and it seems more suited to a young girl or teen.
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I was looking for a gift for an 18 year old girl and thought this would be nice.It arrived on time and the first thing I noticed was that I thought this could have been displayed nicer. On a card board display in the pouch, this is what I would like to have seen. I'm sure she will love it. I purchased the pink and the color was really nice.
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I did get the pink necklace before it sold out again. I love it, but it is paler then I thought it would be from the TV show. On black or navy is doesn't show up very well the way the clear/white stone does. I think the pink colour looks best on a pink top.
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Although this is a beautiful pendant, I returned it because the yellow diamonelle was a different colour yellow to the ring and earrings I wanted it to match.
I am feeling bad that I lowered the rating on this beautiful necklace just because the chain was small. Now that I realize all the chains are the same, I would not have down graded this perfect pendant because of that. It deserves a 5 star rating! It sparkles so beautifully. I am looking forward to the pink version being available again as I missed out on it. I love this design so much, I can't get enough of it!
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Beautiful pendant! Bit too large for friends to believe is a real diamond, but does look real. I would still wear it during the day and not save it just for fancy occasions. The stones are colourless as advertised and sparkles nicely. I have a jewellers loop and checked it over for flaws. It appears to be well made with the metal finished very well. No rough spots. The chain is far too delicate to suit this stone. Very tiny links that would more suit a child's necklace. Just get another chain and you are good to go!
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I just received my necklace and ring in white gold.To bad I was not able to buy a pair of earringsto match with the set;the ones available were way to small.I can not wait for another show.The stones are amazing they sparkle and look like the best quality diamonds.i am waiting to see more rings and matching wedding bands,sold as sets.
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I just received my necklace in white yesterday and it is everything I could wish for in a pendant. I have changed the chain to my white gold lobster claw as I didn't like the chain it came with, the ring closure is too small and very difficult to but on as the ring is very tiny. The stone is so sparklely,(if that is a word)You can't miss noticing it on your neck.
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So here we go. New wheels - 2013 Prius two.
I am driving about 20k miles a year right now and the subaru was killing me on gas. 15mpg 91 octane. No ty.
So I got a Prius at wholesale cost and 0% financing. Saving 250 dollars a month on gas and the payment only went up 100 bucks. While I am not IN LOVE with my car, it is extremely practical for how much i drive.
Anyways, I have my sr5250s and sr 12 laying around with an MS8, kenwood xr1 and xr4. I am going to keep the radio stock because it has some functionality that I dont want to lose. I am strongly considering selling the 5250s and getting something else - i just dont know what i want.
I am def selling the sr12 because i dont want to have the box back there. So i am prob going to grab a SI MKIV when it comes out.
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There's a wild story developing up in Dixon, one that you'll probably hear and see on radio and TV news in the coming days (although our Patch buddy Carlos Villatoro is all over it already). You might be interested here in Suisun City because we're heading into prom season at our high schools.
Thirty-five students from Dixon High's leadership class were banned from their junior prom when someone allegedly left a bottle of vitamin water containing alcohol on the bus that took them to the dance.
The students — some of whom had participated in an last week warning them of about the dangers of drinking and driving — were stuck outside the venue when they were blocked from attending the event they had planned. The students said they were bitter about the way that the school's administration handled the situation, partly because the school had not provided a Breathalyzer test that was mentioned in a contract students and parents signed.
The contract states: "Students suspected of being under the influence will be subject to evaluation by DHS Administration and/or local law enforcement, including a Breathalyzer exam. The students who are under the influence will have their parents contacted for pick-up."
Students planned to protest on campus Monday by wearing their prom outfits to school and using social media to share their angst.
If such a thing happened here, how would parents react? How would students react? How would school district officials react? Vote in our poll and share your comments below.


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Mark Millican
It should go without saying our American culture is in love with food and eating. Cooking shows, eating shows, "betcha never ate this" shows. And if you've ever tried to follow the natural health or biblical admonition of fasting for a day or two you know exactly what I mean.
Every other supersized billboard, it seems, beckons us with a picture-perfect steak sliced to show a slightly pink center, replete with a baked potato split open and plumped up just right topped by a dollop of sour cream — with a swirl. Or a burger on a sesame seed bun is portrayed with a ripe red tomato slice partially slipped out one side, lettuce shooting out the other and a couple of rings of onion to boot, with cheese melted perfectly onto a steaming patty.
Funny, they never look like that when you undo the wrapper. Sometimes it appears someone sat on it before they handed it through the window.
Recently, one chain offered a burger that was seasoned — I assume that's all it was — with bourbon. Jokingly, I told my wife the next time I appeared stressed out she could just take me to that place where they serve hamburgers with a shot of liquor in them.
"Better get it with jalapeños so they'll burn the fat off," she countered.
That hamburger is not advertised much anymore. I guess not many parents would sign the waiver for their underage child to consume a bourbon burger.
Then there's the issue I have with salads. Blame it on the economy, but if you order a non-salad bar salad — you know, the one that comes on a plastic plate with the clear plastic hoodie — you don't get as much as you used to. Even veggies are getting downsized! Worse, some of the chains have taken to putting fruit in their salads. Hey, if I wanted fruit salad I'd go to one of those boutique restaurants.
Worse still, a couple of my favorite franchise eateries have stopped carrying bleu cheese salad dressing. This is incomprehensible. These restaurants with huge American and some international markets make millions — judging by their own sales figures — and boast of using some of those dollars to make charitable donations back into the community through scholarships, camps, etc. And they can't afford a few packets of bleu cheese salad dressing for when I grace their stores?
No bleu cheese, puh-leeze! You can even spell it "blue" — I don't care!
Sometimes when I'm feeling pesky I'll needle the clerk a bit and say, "I know you've got some bleu cheese back there somewhere — hand it over!" They give me the same look I get when we walk into a restaurant and the girl asks, "Two?" and I reply, "Yes, non-smoking, please."
Conversely, I'm aware making light of a frivolous issue when there are severe hunger issues in the world today might not sit well with some. Toward that end I've even trained myself not to say "I'm starving!" when it's simply my stomach reminding me it's only been three hours since I stuffed it last.
Still, our newspaper ran a coupon circular recently advertising a hamburger absolutely slathered with bleu cheese.
Now you're talking.
Mark Millican is a former Daily Citizen staff writer. You can follow him on Twitter, @ExtraByMark.


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Why doesn't anyone complain about the money the top brass employees make at the mta. Just those few …Read Morepeople earn millions each year in salaries, bonuses and benefits. How about the 400,000 that the mta boss earns with all sorts of benefits like lifetime free rides on any mta system or the car and driver at his disposal 24 hrs a day or the bonuses for him and his top tier of the mta brass. Their benefits and salaries blow out what any union employee will ever earn...is that ok with all of the union haters? And you people hate the employees... Be informed before you speak about the unions! They have done more for you than you will ever know or choose to research! Also, google the "Triangle ShirtWaist Factory fire. You will understand the importance of the Unions when you read why 123 women and 26 men were killed! Those people were mothers and fathers and some had children of their own. These people burned to death, died of smoke inhalation and some jumped to their death because the owners CHAINED the doors and stairways SHUT and no one could escape. These people could have been your parents or grandparents. Thank god the unions step in!


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Championing entrepreneurs around the globe
At some point in your entrepreneurial quest you've probably had a few sleepless nights? It hits 3am and you are still staring at the ceiling wondering how you are ever going to get your business launched, find the right customers, hire the right people, or make some cash. I've been there. So I asked the "doctor," business coach Jim Rohrbach, how we get stuck in feelings of utter despair when our business ideas look impossible. Jim says there are 8 head games to avoid.
• Frustration. "Why is this taking so long?"
• Irritation. "Why don't those people return my emails and phone calls?"
• Aggravation. "How come the developer can't get my website ready in time for our launch?"
• Confusion. "What the heck is my niche anyhow?"
And then it gets worse…
• Self-doubt. "What if they were right – maybe I don't have what it takes?"
• Helplessness. "We're bleeding red ink!"
• Hopelessness. "I can't seem to close any deals!"
• Despair. "What was I thinking when I started this business?!"
See how these feelings can lead to a long, dark hole of nothingness? If your business or business idea is going to succeed, you have to stop playing head games. What's the cure? Focus on the three things you can control: your attitude, activity and skills. Here are some tips to keep you moving forward:
1. Create Success Rituals. The best entrepreneurs create structure around themselves to reinforce their culture, attitude and best practices. Ever seen a sales room where the team rings a bell for each sale? The bell rings and the room is instantly energized. Find your bell – the triggers that bring out great performance from yourself and your team – then make a ritual out of it. At my first company, we had a "Good Friday" lunch every week when everyone on the team had to talk about at least one accomplishment. Yea, sometimes the comments were snarky…I'd hold my tongue when people talked about how glad they were they had not killed each other. But the camaraderie and team confidence were always there.
2. Schedule Your Activity Proactively. Ask yourself: what are the three crucial goals I must accomplish today? Then schedule those activities in advance so when emails, texts, and meetings come knocking you already have the time set aside. Nothing defeats despair like activity aimed at a valid goal. On the day Amazon bought Zappos, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos held a press conference where he talked about all the mistakes Amazon made in the early days, and how he reminds himself every morning that "today is Day One." So if today is Day One what three goals do you want to accomplish?
3. Work on the Skills You Love. Nothing increases confidence like improving your competence, and to do that you have to focus on what you love to do. Too many company founders don't know how to delegate, which means they end up doing a lot of things they don't like and are not good at. Farm out the things you aren't passionate about and hone in on your best talents. You'll be more productive and positive. Steve Jobs said, "I have looked in the mirror every morning and asked myself: 'If today were the last day of my life, would I want to do what I am about to do today?' And whenever the answer has been 'No' for too many days in a row, I know I need to change something." Doubt and hopelessness have zero chance to take root against your goals and business ideas pursued passionately.
The focus or not focus is and other point, but your recommendations are helpful to me. I will begin for do the things I love like a priority. Thanks for share.
With regard to the 8 head games, been there, done that and very much appreciate the fact you've provided these guideposts for entrepreneurs trying to maintain what W. Clement Stone would call PMA — Positive Mental Attitude. Self-motivation, productivity and success are so inextricably linked to maintaining self-respect, self-love and self confidence. And as your article so clearly informs, these self-identification attributes are quickly subverted and sabotaged by the 8 head games defined by the coach, Jim Rohrbach.
These "head games" aren't just specific to entrepreneurs but people in general. We see the same "noise" with all our clients from mothers to CEO's. The opportunity for us all is to create awareness around the mindless chatter and let your dreams, goals, values and environment support what you want to create and who you want to be.
Thanks, this 8 points will be increase my ability of entrepreneurship.
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Why? A simple question that has been asked trillions and trillions of times by children the world over. The innocent desire to experience the wonders of all they see, hear, smell, touch and taste, enjoying every new revelation of Truth.
It can also be one of the most complex questions one could ever ask. Why do people hate others because of the color of their skin, their religious beliefs, their station in life, politics, and the list can go on and on with nary an answer? We are told to enter into a dialogue, a search for answers that have seemingly eluded mankind for centuries. Maybe it is not a dialogue at all but questions born of the Truth.
The most revered poet of this generation, Maya Angelou, wrote, "People will not remember the things you say to them, they will not remember the things you do to them, but they will remember the way you made them feel." I found her logic, her perspective, interesting and also very true. When one looks at the things that have affected oneself the most, feelings are usually the first things that do come to mind. I too remember the wise counsel of a close friend concerning feelings; he shared that faith should not follow feelings, but rather feelings should follow faith.
The things we believe in most will dominate our lives, perplexing our minds, warming our hearts, allowing that child that once lived within us to be reborn, made refreshed, anew.
The next time a child asks you that terrible, awful question, "why?" take time to reflect on the topic and then answer with complete sincerity. If the child asks a thousand times, answer a thousand times. Nothing done right is easy. In fact, doing things the right way is the most difficult of all. But that child will remember how you made him or her feel when their question became as important as the answer. We all ask why, and that will never change. The most important question is always the same as the answer. Truth.
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A local man said he was asked by a janitor to leave the Chickasha Walmart around midnight Wednesday because of his sexual orientation.
Jonathan Pacheco said he and his boyfriend were shopping when a Walmart employee approached him and asked him a series of questions about homosexuality before he asked him to leave the premises.
"He told me that I wasn't allowed in his store," said Pacheco.
Spokesperson for Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Kayla Whaling confirmed the company is investigating the incident.
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Pacheco said the employee told him prior to asking him to leave that in his Bible, "it is Adam and Eve, not Adam and Steve."
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Elections seem out of place in April, like a 70-degree day or a Mariners' winning streak.
That didn't stop Metro Parks from floating an April 22 bond measure. They're putting on a full-court press to convince local folks to pay $198 million of their hard-earned green to keep Tacoma green.
Should we be excited about improvements to neighborhood playgrounds, regional parks and sports fields? Sounds alright, although those places aggravate our hay fever.
Should we be jazzed about more investment in community centers? Sure. It's not their fault we pulled a hammy in Zumba class.
But if there's one indisputable reason to vote yes, it is this:
Polar bear hanky-panky.
Our furry friends at the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium have earned the right to some white-hot ursine action.
At other zoos around the world, April is the start of polar bear mating season.
Tragically, that's never been the case for Boris, Glacier and Blizzard – that den of eunuchs, occupants of a sexless bachelor pad. They don't know what they've been missing all these years down at Rocky Shores (which, ironically, sounds like a porn star name).
All they could do is listen and wonder while E.T. the Walrus whistled his way into the lady walruses' hearts a few tanks over. (No successful breeding for E.T., but not for lack of trying.)
Meantime, the Sumatran tigers and clouded leopards have sowed their oats up the hill.
If the bond measure passes, the zoo poobahs say they'll be able to keep their polar bear accreditation and bring in more bears someday. Maybe a female. Maybe even a breeding pair.
Add a state-of-the art boudoir for the couple to get to know each other. Cue the mood lighting, pour two glasses of Chianti and put some Barry White ballads on the turntable.
Lord knows they deserve it: Polar bears are rock stars.
They've entertained our families at Point D for decades. They dominate the zoo's marketing efforts, including this spring's election yard signs. They even attend an exclusive breakfast for winners of the zoo's annual "Paw of Approval" Award for environmental stewardship. (We assume the humans are served breakfast, not served for breakfast.)
Oh, yeah, they're also facing the destruction of their Arctic habitat.
So remember, a vote for Proposition 1 is a vote for love. If the polar bears are going extinct, they might as well go down swinging.
Then the big fellas can start brushing up on their ...
Polar bear pickup lines!:
• Hey babe, mind if I break the ice with you?
• They say opposites attract; well, I'm your polar opposite.
• You're hotter than global warming.
• I'll make you forget you hung around those other iceholes.
Why we love being from Washington: Our state has the fewest number of Justin Bieber fans, based on a Facebook analysis by a national search site called Estately.
Why we love not being from West Virginia: Largest number of JB fans.
Also leads the nation in smoking, obesity and inbreeding. But Bieber fever will be the end of those people.
Why we love being from Pierce County: The Daffodil Festival. We love it for many reasons, but mostly because it manages to look comfortable while straddling the line between pageantry and absurdity.
Princesses getting wanded in the security line at the County Courthouse? Check.
Princesses scarfing down Gummi Bears on the bus between parades? Check.
The best part was when the queen's float had to be towed by a Jeep after breaking down on parade day. The princesses kept smiling for the crowds, no sign of Gummi debris in their teeth.
Did we mention the Jeep had a Confederate flag decal above the bumper?
Monkey see, monkey do: Those Gig Harbor High School seniors who mistakenly ordered 200 dozen donuts for a fundraiser instead of 200 donuts surely learned a valuable lesson a few weeks ago.
It was originally taught by Curious George in a story called "Zeros to Donuts." The Man in the Yellow Hat sends George out to pick up one dozen donuts and the confused little simian changes the order to 100 dozen.
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Quote:Aahh I was never much of one for throwing good money after bad. Start over and do it right. Mike
Quote:I don't know how long it's been since you built it but for an on grade unpainted structure it's still standing which says something for the initial build skills! If the roof rolls smoothly and the walls aren't racked I'd consider refurbishing it rather than starting over.
The roof is the priority, I wouldn't do just the half that's failed but the whole thing. The corrugated metal is lighter than plywood and shingles and easier for one person to handle. You know now how to do it correctly so I'd just redo the whole roof. If any of the rafters seem a bit ratty you can sister new ones along side and screw the new roof into the sistered rafters. Replace the plywood gable ends with T-11 sheathing and prime and paint them. If you're going to move the door to the other end consider redoing the framing and use a pre hung door. It will make for a stronger wall. Since you say your carpentry skills are a bit iffy this is something I'd hire a finish carpenter for. He can cut and size the door to fit and make sure it's square. Replace the sheathing at that end with T-11 and prime and paint it and the door.
Before you reframe the other end, that is now without the door, do what ever "floor" work you're going to do. If you dont want to pour a slab for the Dob consider one of those pre cast units they use to set A/C units on. You can do the rest in pavers, just leave a gap so they don't touch the base for the Dob. Reframe and resheath the end wall with T-11, prime
and paint.
As money and time permit you can resheath the side walls with T-11 and prime and paint them as well. Correct the grade around the Obs so that water from the roof and surrounding area is directed away from the walls. If you know what a French Drain is this would be a good idea for around the perimeter. An 18 inch gravel border around the Obs will keep mud and water from splashing up on the walls. Apply a waterproof coating to the bottom 18" of the walls as well as 18" metal flashing.
If you feel your skills are up to ir make and install some corner shelving out of MDF. You can make a desk, some storage, eye piece racks etc. These will help keep the corners square as well as providing you with useful areas. Use hefty angle brackets to tie the top and bottom corners of the walls to each other. Sister any weak or iffy wall studs. Use Carols garage door weather stripping trick to keep out wind, rain and tiny UFO's.
Hope this helps.
Quote:Quote:Aahh I was never much of one for throwing good money after bad. Start over and do it right. Mike Well, at least you didn't suggest possible termites this time.....
Quote:To seal the edges of your roof, you can get at real lumber yards (or they can order for you) metal roofing parts called gable trim. They are more for the newer roofing with a ridge every 9", but will work on corrugated. They are made to cover about 4" of the roof, and hang down about 4". If you look at photos of observatories that BYO build, they normally use this edge trim.R
Quote:I already feel confident enough with these changes to leave my C6-RGT out in the shed with a big garbage bag over it. I'm still reluctant to put the 20" out there during rain until I see how things go. It will probably be OK once I get a pad of some sort under where it goes.I do have a question for you other Dob owners. How do you protect your secondary when you leave it in a observatory? I wasn't doing so but I really would rather have some kind of simple protection on it. But it has to come on and off easily, and I need to be sure I don't end up damaging the secondary doing so, or changing the collimation.


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DWI: David M. Inchiosa, 38, 1029 Oliver Street, front, was charged at 12:46 a.m. Thursday with DWI and first-degree and second-degree aggravated unauthorized operation of a vehicle. He was stopped on his motorcycle on Vandervoort Street and is being held in lieu of $750 bail. His blood alcohol content was not available.
LARCENY: Jason R. Pinney, 32, 209 Walck Road, was charged at 3:52 p.m. Wednesday with petit larceny. He was released on his own recognizance.


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Happiness in 2013
Tuesday, 24 December 2013 | A Public Affair
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We have a series now in the ALCS after the Angels' 5-4, 11-inning win Monday. Here's this corner's view from the couch on another epic:
1). Paging Joe Girardi: WHAT ARE YOU DOING? David Robertson got the win in Game Two. He got out of a bases-loaded jam against the Twins in the division series. He's hot, the revelation of the Yankees' bullpen in October. And you take him out with two out/no on in the 11th for Alfredo Aceves? As they say on Twitter, epicfail.
Girardi was probably due to lose one like this. He's been overmanaging his pen all postseason and stupid baserunning mistakes (think Nick Punto in Game Two of the DS and Bobby Abreu today) keep bailing the Yankees out. Their luck ran out. This is the third game Girardi has run through everybody except Chad Gaudin.
2). What a huge missed chance for the Yankees. A 3-0 lead in the fifth -- and it was nearly 5-0 as A-Rod was a couple of feet short of his second homer later in the inning. Yes, I know what happened in 2004. But if the Yankees got this series to 3-0, it was over. Now? Wide open.
3). What did Girardi tell Pettitte and Posada at the mound just before Vlad Guerrero's game-tying homer in the 6th? How could two veterans make such a big mistake in a big spot? You hear a lot of scuttle around the Yankees that A.J. Burnett is on to something with Posada and wasn't afraid to speak up because he was new to the team.
4). Mariano Rivera is simply the best relief pitcher in history and the unquestioned MVP of the Yankees' franchise since 1996.
5). Time of game for the last two -- 5:10 and 4:21. Wow.
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Rated 4 out of 5 by ColoUSA Friendly staff This hotel has a friendly staff, clean rooms, adequate gift shop. The only complaint is the restaurant. Our group had a breakfast buffet that was served late and incomplete--similar the year before. Ordering off the menu for breakfast wasn't any better. It's a shame that in every other way this hotel is wonderful. More focus on service and food in the restaurant during the morning hours is needed. August 20, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by dmagic This hotel has great features I was only here for a night during a road trip to CA. The rooms were great, the Club Lounge is excellent with great views of the city, the in room dining was surprisingly delightful, and the staff was very friendly in giving us tips on what's needed to be done to experience the International Balloon Fiesta. The only drawback was that the in room WiFi was a tad bit on the slower end. October 16, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5 by Alvin3 Food Service is understaffed, lacking leadership Restaurant and special event food service service shows a lack of focus, planning,follow through and leadership. I used the aboce mentioned facilities 6 times during my 2 night stay. It's obvious more staff with better focus is needed. The food service area runs on a reactive senario as opposed to being proactive. Leadership and correct staffing. Will ensure guests willing to return. February 11, 2013
Rated 4 out of 5 by justmarried12 Newly renovated hotel Staff was friendly and pleasant, checkin experience was very quick and simple, the entire facility is newly renovated, including the lobby bar area, which looks like it could be a very good time! Rooms have a nice work space, flatscreen tvs, fabulous air conditioning, and extremely comfortable beds. Parking is free; WIFI is a charge for in-room access, which is my only complaint. October 3, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by Just5Boys Great Customer Service! We love staying at the Sheraton Albuquerque Airport Hotel! During this stay, we were upgraded to receive access to the club floor even though there were no more rooms available on that floor. This means we were able to enjoy the evening tapas as well as the hot specialty breakfast. We are always taken care of by Nancy in the club floor lounge. She does a super job keeping the food well stocked and everything looking clean and tidy! Thanks John L. for the upgrade! In addition to receiving the club floor upgrade, we received help with our car from Diego A., when we discovered a leak under our vehicle before pulling out of the parking lot. Thanks, Diego, for crawling under the car when my husband, who was in his suit and coat, could not! We made it home safe and sound after Diego helped us put more water in our radiator reservoir. Needless to say, we had a great stay at the Sheraton and will return again soon! October 17, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by Grantli Excellent Hotel My wife and I have been staying at this Hotel since the 1970s, and it has never been better that it has become under Sheraton's management. The room rating is simply because, by mistake, we were given a wheel-chair accessible room on the 4th floor; it is not suitable for healthy, active guests. We have previously always had excellent accommodations from the 6th floor up. June 9, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by Amy61 Loved it! I had the opportunity to stay at this hotel twice in the past two weeks, once for a week and the second time for two nights. The entire staff was so friendly, breakfast was great, the rooms were large and clean and the bed was comfortable. The pillows were the best! Normally I have trouble sleeping in hotel rooms but not here! I would recommend this hotel to everyone. July 19, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Rissy0328 Unexpected Stay I missed my flight at ALQ and was fortunate enough to have this hotel as a place to stay. The staff could tell I had a really tough day and was extremely helpful and kind. They even offered me a "distressed traveler" rate. I ordered room service and the meal was outstanding and was delivered to my room in the appointed time even though the kitchen was being renovated. April 18, 2013
Rated 4 out of 5 by garrettpi Great place to relax! My apartment had been flooded out so I used some of my SPG points to stay here. The room was outstanding, TV was great and customer service was good. Only problem was Internet access, I tried rebooting my laptop three times and played with settings but was unable to connect. I called the front desk and after a long hold was advised to use the Lobby Internet access. August 25, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by joahan Super room with great pillows! We were fresh off of a 20 hr. trip and could not have found a better landing spot! The room was beautiful, the bed and pillows perfect, the temperature controls easy to use and the heater quiet. The staff was kind and efficient and the restaurant breakfast delicious. I will be booking back into this hotel every time I need to be in Albuquerque overnight. January 6, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Yamahagirl Excellent stay Great place to stay prior to an early morning flight. Most the staff is very friendly. Rooms very comfy. Only negative is restaurant.. Need a little work there.....staff needs some training, food is so so, but Convienient. Management was impressive when it came to resolving an issue that occurred on a previous stay. They great an A for their efforts. February 15, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Susie01 First time, not the last We absolutely enjoyed our stay. The staff treated us like we were life long friends. Very welcoming hotel and comfortable. When we flew home we were so tired and did not feel like a 2 hour drive. So I called from the plane and they took care of us right away. We have been SPG members for 10 yrs and are thrilled with this property. Will be back again. October 10, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 feedback i enjoy staying at your hotel. however, after traveling for nearly 26 hours and arriving in abq and checking in, i was looking forward to a good nights rest and the hopeful probability of sleeping in, in the morning except that the clock radio alarm went off at 5:30 and then again at 6:00 in the morning and RUINED my day!!!! i was VERY not happy. January 19, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Littleworldtraveler Breakfast I love Sheraton....thank you for everything. However, traveling with my grandchildren, I find that they enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast at the hotel that offer that.. Wish you would provide that! February 4, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by HolBal will stay again Really like the hotel. One of the nicest hotel gyms I've seen at a 'chain hotel' in New Mexico and near the airport! Would have given Ecellent rating all around but room did not provide mini fridge or microwave ( i like to bring some of my food when travelling for work). I had to pay $15 do have a fridge in my room- should be part of the pkg. June 19, 2013
Rated 4 out of 5 by GabysTravels Need more customer service Hotel was on the whole, excellent, especially in Albuquerque. Very convenient and clean. My only frustration was: I ordered breakfast, having placed the sign on my door for a 6:30am delivery. The food never arrived. I called to complain and make sure I was not charged. The staff didn't offer to expedite an order - so I left the hotel to eat. May 15, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by bc01 my stay Your facility is sharp, its clean, and I enjoyed my stay. It was especially noticable that your employees are engaged with the guests. I did not find one that was not looking out for my best interest. The gal in the morning that serves in the Club Lounge was very exceptional and was concerned for my every need. Thanks for the nice stay. March 22, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Nan35 This hotel has great features It has been a very long time since we have stayed in such an exceptional hotel. The staff was kind and very professional. The service offered in the Club Room was very adequate and delicious after driving all day. The room offered everything that was needed. It is the first time that we have found such wonderful lighting in the room. June 4, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by juliejules Awesome I stayed at this hotel because i was having my wood floors resurfaced, and i thought what a nice treat, to stay at a nice hotel on the club floor. It was insanely rewarding. I really enjoyed myself, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. I will definately stay here again, even if its just to get a way from the norm. April 4, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by Bill123 Room 1516 Found the room much more noisy (elevator equipment) than 1506, where we stayed on 10/3/12. The bedding was overkill with a top cover, a duvet & a sheet. Otherwise the hotel and Club room were very good. The waitress in the club room was superb. I would like to see more choice and lighter fare on the restaurant menu. October 13, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by Hunter Not handicapped Not sure why we were assigned a handicapped friendly room but it was ok except for the low bathroom mirror, low closet and adjoining room access with noise through that door. We also expected a single king bed. This was our second stay in this hotel and thought we knew what to expect. Booked three weeks in advance. April 11, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by GlennR This hotel has great staff! Great location right next door to airport. Very friendly staff. Room was very nice, newly remolded, clean. Views from club level were great! But Nina who waited on us in the club lounge was the best! Treated us like we own the place. Make sure if you stay, you get a club level room and enjoy Nina's hospitality. March 24, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by 2oldtravelers Great Staff All of the staff that we dealt with were superior in their niceness and willingness to accommodate our needs and answer our questions. Staff that are not normally meeting incoming guests but are part of the business organization were also very nice, friendly and willing to talk with us about the hotel and area. March 18, 2013
Rated 4 out of 5 by NEEMES From the Phoenix VA - NEMRT Although not alot of time was spent at the Hotel itself, the time spent was pleasant. Staff was pleasant and always said good morning or hello. The only problem I had was that Housekeeping never left enough sugar and creamer, so I had to ask every evening for extra. Sad part is, I lost my camera my last day. September 27, 2012
Rated 3 out of 5 by Bk56 Nice hotel Stayed on the club level floor. The view is excellent and very enjoyable. Food is average but staff in the evening was great! The only complaint I have is very minor. Housekeeping didn't leave shampoo or conditioner so I had to ask for it. This is my third time to stay at this hotel and I will stay again. July 5, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Mentor Green Choice One of the best things about the hotel is that they offer an innovative "green choice." If you choose not to have linens and towels washed daily, you get a $5.00 coupon each day you choose to do so to spend on meals, at gift shop, etc. I thought this a creative incentive to help save the planet. THANKS! October 30, 2012
Rated 3 out of 5 by Mikey1234 Pathetic Shower Water Pressure Water pressure in shower was dismal. Barely came out of shower head at times, which led to having to take an extra long shower as waited for water pressure to pick up. Cannot have that as a business traveler. Have not experienced this at many other Sheratons that I haves stayed at. November 11, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Bill2012 Always, always great service, room and bar! I live in Santa Fe and overnight it in Albququerque frequently. I have stayed here dozens of time and without fail the service is super friendly and they accommodate practically every request. The bar is great and so is the restaurant. If you have to stay near the ariport, this is the place to be! September 11, 2012
Rated 3 out of 5 by Kap11 Noisy We were placed in a section of the hotel with a dive team that was occupying many if the rooms and was very noisy late into the night. It seems this was a foreseeable problem and this group could have been put all together? Perhaps a different situation and I would have enjoyed this hotel more. June 16, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by CassL Mountain View This is a very nice, up-to-date hotel. I stayed on the Club level and the hospitality staff there was polite and helpful. I was able to print my boarding pass while I enjoyed breakfast on the 15th floor. The evening Hors D' Oeuvres were really good too! Thank you Sheraton, I enjoyed my stay. August 22, 2012


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