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Sanders: Put that in your pipe and smoke it
One of the earliest memories from my repressed childhood involves convincing my 33-year-old parents to quit smoking. At age 5 I distinctly remember bouncing down the stairs, hopping in my mother's lap with puppy dog eyes and pleading with her to stop smoking cigarettes.
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Hamilton criticises McLaren's strategy
|By Matt Beer
|Sunday, March 28th 2010, 08:15 GMT
Lewis Hamilton described the Australian Grand Prix as one of the finest drives of his career, and blamed a poor strategy and Mark Webber's mistake for costing him a good finish.
The McLaren driver fought through from 11th on the grid to challenge Robert Kubica for second by half-distance, but then pitted for fresh tyres along with most of the field.
Jenson Button, Robert Kubica, Felipe Massa and Fernando Alonso decided to nurse their tyres to the finish, though, leaving Hamilton back in fifth. He caught the battle between the Renault and the two Ferraris, then was pushed into a spin by Webber with two laps to go and finished only sixth.
"To sum up the race I think I probably had one of the drives of my life and unfortunately, due to the strategy, I was put further back and then I got taken out by Mark Webber," Hamilton told the BBC.
"I'm happy with the job that I did. I think I honestly drove my heart out today and I think I deserved better than what I ended up with, but I'll keep fighting to the next race."
Hamilton had criticised McLaren's strategy over the radio, and he remained certain that pitting for a second time had been the wrong move.
"All I know is the guys do, always, a fantastic job, but the strategy was not right," he said. "Everyone else in front of me did one stop and for some reason I did two."
When asked whose decision the second stop had been, Hamilton replied: "I don't know, we'll find out."

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Tuesday, April 14, 2015
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Tuesday, March 31, 2015, 12 noon - 1 p.m.
Presented by the Intellectual Property Law Section, Licensing Interest Group
This program offers 1 hour participatory MCLE credit. You must register in advance in order to participate.
Category: Intellectual Property Law Arbitration is highly regarded for its potential as an efficient and confidential alternative to protracted litigation. This program will note the fundamental elements of arbitration and explore its suitability as an option for various types of intellectual property disputes.
Wednesday, April 8, 2015, 12 noon - 1 p.m.
Presented by Intellectual Property Law Section, Technology, Internet & Privacy Interest Group
A review of tools and resources to guide you through the maze of what should be done with digital assets in the case of incapacity or death.
Speaker: Megan Yip, Megan started her practice as a fellow with the Borchard Foundation Center on Law & Aging with a placement at Legal Aid of Marin, where she focused on expanding services provided to low-income older adults, consumer, housing and end of life planning issues. From 2011 to 2014, she worked at Twitter, Inc. on the Trust & Safety team focusing on site rules and policies addressing sensitive issues, including impersonation, online abuse and deceased users. Megan currently serves on the advisory board of the Sacred Dying Foundation where she helps facilitate their End of Life Education project.
Thursday, April 9, 2015, 11 a.m. - 12 noon
Intellectual Property Law Section, Litigation Interest Group
Category: Intellectual Property Law An insider's view of what judges love and hate to see in their courtrooms will bew discussed.
Speaker: Hon. James P. Kleinberg (Ret.) has over 11 years as a California Superior Court Judge sitting in Santa Clara County and over 34 years as a federal prosecutor and private lawyer devoted to complex civil litigation.
As a lawyer, Judge Kleinberg's extensive litigation practice included numerous complex cases involving commercial disputes, class actions, securities, antitrust and trade regulation, and intellectual property issues in state and federal courts.
Judge Kleinberg continued his work on complex civil cases while on the bench. His most recent judicial experience was as one of 18 Superior Court judges in California managing the Complex Civil Litigation Program.
Moderator: Anne-Marie Dao
Presented by the Licensing Interest Group
Friday, April 10, 2015, 12 noon - 1 p.m.
To participate in the meeting, the dial-in number is (855) 520-7605, passcode 1211276419#.
Monthly "All Hands" Licensing IG conference call. We'll have a quick update on a newer technology and the unique issues associated with it. We'll also discuss upcoming webinars and conferences, opportunities for members to get involved and Hot Topics. Please note: Our monthly calls are the 2nd Friday of every month.
Thursday, April 16, 2015, 12 noon - 1 p.m.
Presented by the Intellectual Property Law Section, Patent Interest Group
Regulatory insights. Each agency's representative will offer their perspective on advertising in the Internet and digital age. They will discuss relevant and current issues of concern to each agency in the areas of social media, mobile, and internet-based advertising. They will share enforcement priorities, challenges, and emerging issues. The following agencies will be represented:
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b. California DOJ
c. FTC
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Wednesday, April 22, 2015, 12 noon - 1 p.m.
Presented by the Intellectual Property Law Section, In-House Counsel
Interacting and communicating with senior executives and CEOs are important skills for in-house counsel. This program will feature a discussion of best practices and tips for things such as making recommendations, communicating legal issues and risks, and effective ways to keep them informed on projects and litigation.
Speaker: David C. Milne Chief Administrative and Compliance Officer, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary for Symmetry Surgical, a surgical instrument company. Previously, he served as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary for The Steak 'n Shake Company, and practiced employment law for private firms. Dave received his undergraduate degree from Wabash College (IN), and both a master's English Literature and JD from Indiana University, Bloomington.
Thursday, May 14, 2015, 12 noon - 1 p.m.
The discussion will focus on promotional and advertising issues in social media (other than sweepstakes/contests) such as coupons, rebates, gift cards, "free" offers, endorsements, negative-options, dot.com disclosures, IP and right of publicity in social media content, etc.
Tuesday, May 19, 2015, 12 noon - 1 p.m.
This program will discuss recent developments in dual actor infringement and inducement of infringement patent law. The Commil v. Cisco case pending before the Supreme Court will be discussed which addresses the question of whether a defendant's belief that a patent is invalid is a defense to induced infringement. The recent Federal Circuit case Promega v. Life Tech case will also be discussed which addressed the meaning of "induce" and "substantial portion of the components" as well as techniques for pleading and litigating this cause of action.
Speaker: Sarah Brooks is a shareholder in Stradling Yocca's Intellectual Property group. She received her bachelor of science degree in biology from Tufts University and worked as a laboratory research technician at the Children's Hospital Boston before attending law school at Tulane University. Ms. Brooks started her legal career at the intellectual property boutique of Fitzpatrick Cella Harper & Scinto in New York. She is an experienced trial attorney and recently served as lead trial counsel in a patent infringement action on behalf of the patentee and secured a jury verdict of willful infringement against the competitor for its patent infringement and copyright infringement.
Moderator: Sanjesh is IP Counsel at Abbott Medical Optics, where she manages all aspects of patent, trademark, and copyright matters for the company's Refractive and Laser Cataract Surgical Equipment portfolios. Since 2013, she has served as Vice Chair of the Patent Interest Group for the State Bar of California's IP Section.
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), in conjunction with the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), will host a public meeting to explore whether and how the Federal Government can facilitate the further development of a robust online licensing environment for copyrighted works, focusing specifically on the development and use of standard identifiers for all types of works of authorship, interoperability among databases and systems used to identify owners of rights and terms of use, and a possible portal for linking to such databases and to licensing platforms.
The public meeting will be held on April 1, 2015, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time at 600 Dulany Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. For more information see http://bit.ly/1C2PaNU
On February 5, the U.S. Copyright Office released a 245-page landmark study proposing significant changes to the music licensing framework that are intended to "bring both clarity and relief to songwriters, artists, publishers, record labels, and digital delivery services." The report was issued in response to the widespread feeling among the entire music industry–from artists and publishers to labels and online music services–that the existing system is broken, although there is not agreement on how to fix it. It follows a series of roundtables and public comment period held by the Copyright Office last year.
According to the study, there is broad consensus that music creators should be fairly compensated, that the licensing process is too inefficient, that there is insufficient access to data about works and that royalty information should be more transparent. Among the Copyright Office's recommendations are proposals to extend the public performance right to terrestrial radio stations, bring pre-1972 sound recordings within the federal copyright law and reevaluate the role of performing rights organizations (and the consent decrees under which ASCAP and BMI operate). The report also proposes changing the compulsory licensing scheme (including allowing bundled licensing), establishing a uniform market-based rate setting standard, allowing owners of musical works to opt-out of compulsory licensing for interactive streaming and downloads, giving SoundExchange an expanded role, creating a public database of rights ownership data and providing greater transparency for song writers and recording artists in direct licensing deals. The study has no regulatory force, but serves as a recommendation to Congress on potential legislative changes. The full report is available at http://copyright.gov/docs/musiclicensingstudy/.
By Sam Gunning
Katy Perry's half-time show at the 2015 Superbowl was the most watched half-time show in history. Surprise stars were the back-up dancers, dancing in large shark costumes. Turns out sharks aren't always perfect when it comes to choreographed routines, which only added to the charm, and there has since been a wealth of internet memes of Left Shark.
Capitalizing on its popularity, Fernando Sosa began selling 3D-printed versions of Left Shark, but has since received a cease-and-desist letter from Perry's lawyers at Greenberg Traurig LLP. In response, www.shapeways.com removed his articles from its site. Perry's lawyers claim she did not consent to the use of her copyrighted work and intellectual property. Writing to Sosa they claim that the "unauthorized display and sale of this product infringes [Perry's] exclusive rights in numerous ways, including, but not limited to, infringement of [Perry's] exclusive rights to reproduce, display, and distribute its [sic] copyrighted images."
Law Professor Chris Sprigman does not agree and is representing Sosa. He has questioned why the costume would in fact be copyrightable, arguing that "federal courts and the United States Copyright Office have made clear that costumes are generally not copyrightable" and Perry's lawyers have not made any arguments as to why this costume would be. In addition, to the extent there is a copyright in Left Shark, it is not clear that Perry herself, rather than some other party owns it. Perry has admitted in interviews that the NFL, and not she, had the final say on all details of the show, including the costumes. Sprigman claims if anyone has legal claims to Left Shark, it's likely the NFL.
It remains to be seen whether Perry will "just drop this thing" and "back off" as requested by Sprigman. At time of going to press, Left Shark himself has refused all calls for an interview.
The new Trade Secret Treatise is available for order! The IP Section proudly announces publication of the Third Edition of its practice guide "Trade Secret Litigation and Protection in California." This twenty-seven chapter treatise provides a comprehensive review and analysis of California trade secret law. Written by California practitioners, this treatise explains the fundamentals and intricacies of California trade secret law. The treatise is a resource for anyone working with trade secrets in litigation or providing counsel on trade secret issues. The Third Edition includes two new chapters on digital forensics and the pursuit of trade secret claims at the International Trade Commission, as well as a model non-disclosure agreement and protective order. The new edition also provides updates of the recent case developments in the trade secret law since the 2nd Edition.
Members $115/Non-Members $155. Order here: http://bit.ly/1HDi20P. If you have any trouble with that link, go HERE and click on Intellectual Property.
One hour of MCLE is available in the current issue of New Matter, the State Bar IP Section's quarterly magazine.
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Friday, March 20, 2015, UC Hastings College of the Law
The UC Hastings Science & Technology Law and Business Law Journals will be co-hosting a symposium entitled, "Regulating the Disruption Economy: Tech Startups as Regulatory Reformers" on Friday, March 20th along with the Institute for Innovation Law. The symposium will focus on the interaction between startup companies and regulators. Examples include the evolving regulatory status of virtual currencies and sharing economy companies.The event will be offering continuing legal education (MCLE) credit for attorneys and will feature.
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Zambia Things to Do
Victoria Falls
Starting in Livingstone I hitchhiked and I took a jeep to the falls where I intended to spend the night, as I did in previous trips in Niagara and Iguazu.falls.I love to spend the night in magical places.The next day, when I woke up, I crossed the border to watch the Falls from Zimbabwe.more
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
This Park extends to Livingstone and Victoria Falls. It is one of the most visited National Parks in Zambia, home to wildlife including elephants, lions, to mention but a few. Since this is Africa, it is important to remember that the animals are wild and dangerous. Entering the park requires strict adherence to the park rule. The first and most...more
Victoria Falls
The bigger portion of Victoria Falls is actually located in Zimbabwe. But like Niagara Falls it is shared by two countries; Zambia and Zimbabwe. This review is for the Zambian side of the water fall. Nothing prepares you for what to expect until you get to the metal bridge. Located within the Moi oa Tunya National Park in Livingstone, it is one of...more
Zambezi River Cruise
The tranquil waters of the Zambezi are so inviting and what better way to enjoy them than to cruise upon it. We took the sunset cruise and well worth it (apart from the very annoying loud ladies that boarded along with us, always a risk when taking a tourist option) .To sit supping a sundowner aboard a boat whilst drifting down the Zambezi has to...more
Budget Safari
I would suggest that you look into Bongwe Safaris as an affordable safari option in Zambia. Very affordable and they dont use tents so you will be in a proper chalet with bathroom and hot water ensuite.My girlfriend and I used them last season and we had a fantastic time. I preferred kafue to Lower Zambezi but it all depends on what you are looking...more
Tazara - Gente en los Railes - People on...
Mientras el tren sigue su camino s epueden ver niños , familias y mucha gente que tiene su vida montada alrededor del "corredor del Tazara "As the train moves on , you can see children, families and many people whose lives are linked to the "Tazara Corridor"more
Tazara - Lugar de encuentro - Meeting...
El tren atrae a la gente no sólo para comprar y vender sus productos sino que hay muchos que van a pasear , a ver lo que pasa , a saludar a los conocidos... , es una pequeña fiesta que se repite cuatro veces todas las semanas (dos del tren de ida y dos del que vuelve ) y se llenan las estaciones de gente que dan un color y una alegría inolvidable...more
Tazara - Venden de todo- They sell...
El tren para poco tiempo en las estaciones y hay que aprovechar para vender todos los productos que tienen . Las prisas , el colorido , los sonidos , los olores ... de estos momentos nunca se olvidarán The train stops a short time in the station and they must sell all the products they have.The rush, the color, the sounds, the smells ... of these...more
Tazara - Plátanos - Bananas
La gente vende cuando llega el tren los productos que se cultivan en esa zona y los plátanos son muy frecuentes .Puedes comprar desde un plátano para disfrutarlo o te puedes llevar una penca completa People sell when the train arrives to the station the crops grown in that area and bananas are very common.You can buy from one banana to enjoy it or...more
Tazara - Paisajes - Landscapes
El tren pasa por unos paisajes muy diferentes , sorprendentes e impresionantes que da pena que llegue la noche y que ya no se puedan seguir viendo The train passes by very different , astonish and impressive landscapes , that is a pity when the night arrives and you can not see them anymoremore
Luangwa river
Luangwa river is a long river, passing through national parks. The wildlife is also good outside the national parks, along the river. There is one place to stay on the west bank of the Luangwa River, close to the Great East Road.http://www.bridgecampzambia.commore
Visit the Falls
It is really a world wonder that needs to be seen. It can't be described in words and no pic, how amazing it might be, can capture the beauty.more
River safari
My daughter booked us on the river safari and I did not know that I could have this much fun at my age! I thoroughly enjoyed the evening going thru the rampants, getting wet and having sundowner amongst the crocodiles, birds, elephants and others.more
Visit the Boabab
There are the most fantastic Boabab trees in Zambia. The locals believed that they were not allowed to touch it or hurt it in anyway as harm would come to them and their families.more
Local transport
The locals mostly still use the donkey cart to get around and to move their produce with.more
Makuna Village
We decided to go and visit the Makuna Village to see how the people actually lived in the rural areas of Africa. It was a very interesting and eye opening experience.more
African Queen
A sundowner trip on the African Queen is a very elegant and delightful way to spend the late afternoon/early evening. Recommended.more
Bungy Jumping
This is the same place as mentioned on my Zimbabwe page. Jump off the bridge!They boast a 100% safety record!Here is some information from the company's website:Minimum age 14 years Minimum weight of 40 kg, maximum weight of 140 kg Passports are required by clients to access the bridge Jumps operate from 09h00 to 17h00 every day Bungee...more
Boiling Cauldron
A lesser-known attraction at Vic. Falls is the Boiling Cauldron, I believe it's called, a place where the water (especially during high season) forms a swirling, chaotic vortex. Even in the low season many kayakers enjoy the area. A word of caution: the long, uneven stairs/path leading down to the cauldron are frequented by monkeys. You access the...more
Victoria Falls
You can visit Victoria Falls of the Zambezi River from both the Zambia and Zimbabwe sides, both of which offer distinct views of different parts. A view down the falls is best viewed from Zambia."The Smoke that Thunders" is an amazing place for geology- if you trace the history of the falls back over the millenia, you'll see that it is just the...more
On The Edge
Wow, what an experience.The falls were not in full flood so we took advantage of a tour called 'On the Edge' and it sure was that!We hiked across the river bed, past rock pools and along the edge of the falls, at times being no more than a metre from the edge, until finally we came across the still flowing part of the falls. We swamn up river in...more
So much to do and so little time, so we opted for abseiling. The cliff was sheer and it was a long drop down. Enjoyed it, well I had a sense of achievement albeit I was left with bruised ribs and aching arms, I believe Michael got off a little more lightly in that respect and considering he really only completed the event to please me I think he...more
A helicopter flight above the Vic Falls
A lot of people take this opportunity to fly above the Vic Falls so you are one of many others, but it's really worth it. I had never been in a helicopter before, and flying above de Vic Falls is really a great way of experiencing this for the first time!more
Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls is probably the greatest sight that I have seen in my world travels - 'The Smoke that Thunders' in the local language (recent update - you must also see the Grand Canyon!). You can see lots of great shots of the falls on other travel sites so I reserved this spot for my greatest thrill of all - on Honeymoon with my wife Susan as we...more
Victoria Falls
These spectacular waterfalls are a designated World Heritage Site as well as being one of the natural wonders of the world. Ever since their existence was publicized by David Livingstone in 1855, visitors have traveled from all over the world to witness this amazing natural phenomenon. The falls are 1.7 km wide and have an average height of...more
Lake Kariba
Lake Kariba is the result of a massive damming project undertaken in 1958 to flood an area of the Zambezi Valley in order to create a hydroelectric power plant for Zimbabwe and Zambia. Many hundreds of local people were displaced in order to flood the valley, and many animals were relocated in the months before the floodgates finally opened. The...more
Kafue National Park
Approximately 200km west of Lusaka, Kafue National Park is one of the largest and wildest protected areas in the world. Covering more than 22,000 square kilometers, Kafue was originally established as a protected area in 1950.The astounding variety of ecosystems within this area include lush, riverine forest along the banks of the Kafue River and...more
The Luangwa Valley
Another one of Africa's prime wildlife sanctuaries, the Luangwa Valley lies at the tail end of the Great Rift Valley, the continental fault that runs through the Red Sea and south down the length of East Africa. This tectonic movement was responsible for the formation of lakes such as Tanganika and Lake Albert, the Rift Valley split as it reached...more
The most southwestern city of Zambia is Livingstone. The city's name and existence are closely related to the famous British traveler and missionary who was the first European who explored this part of Africa, and during these travels he was also the first to discover the Victoria Falls. When in 1904 the Victoria Falls Bridge was built between...more
There is a great place for Bungy Jumps on the bridge over the Zambezi River.Sorry that is not for me.However I spoke with one of the workers there who gave me his T shirt for a souvenir..I paid him some Euros and he gave me the shirt. If you like Bungy Jumping this is the place for you!!more
Canoeing on the Zambezi River
We spent three days and two nights on the river, getting as close to wildlife as never before. This was the only time I was disappointed by our local guide. Beeing the youngest in the group, my son was placed with him in the canoe, and in front and in the leading canoe. We were told that most of the job was done by the one sitting behind. But he...more
Named after the Scottish missionary Dr David Livingstone who discovered the area and named the nearby falls in 1855 Livingstone is funnily enough the lesser known town by the falls which Livingstone Explored. Most people visit Victoria Falls accross the border in Zimbabwe, but forget this side, which has a whole lot more culture, history and some...more
Microliting Over Victoria Falls
This is the best way to see the falls without a doubt. From the sky. Microliting the falls can be done from the Zambia with Batoka Sky adventures. A spectacular view and a bit of a rush as you fly in a small fixed wing air craft with nothing to protect you from the elements - the air is all around you. Simply the best way to see the falls. Very...more
Rhino Walk - Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park
See my travelogue for some more photos.This was incredible. I got less than a Metre away from some of the most amazingly rare Rhino's. One even came right up to a branch to scratch his tusk as we stood just behind the branch. INCREDIBLY AMAZING!!!!Mosi - Oa - Tunya National Park stretches 66 sq km and is home to a few introduced white rhino which...more
The Forgotten Side of the Falls
Most people when they think of Victoria Falls think of the town with the same name located in Zimbabwe, but the falls can be viewed just as spectacularly from Zambia. There is great viewing to be seen on this side of the falls of the mass of water or Mosi Ou Tunya as it is also known gushing in one of Natures amazing wonders of the world. A must...more
South Luangwa National Park
South Luangwa National Park is probably the number one place I would recommend visiting if you are intending on going to Zambia. It is one of the only game parks remaining in the whole of Africa which has Night game drives. Here in Luangwe I watched the Lion prowl under spotlight and stunning sunset vista's. If you are lucky, this is one of the...more
Funniest building in Lusaka
I honestly think the Department Of Revenue building is the funniest building in all of Lusaka. It is not nice, beautful or artistic or colorful - it is sombre, state like and stern.The intereting thing is that it simply looks like a cash register! Unfortunately I did not manage to snap a photo of it.more
Find out what to do through "The...
The Lowdown lists all restaurants, museums activities and other stuff there is to do in Lusake. Available at newsstands, hotel receptions, restaurants for Kw 3000,-Useful for finding all sorts of info and also to pick up special advertised offers for safaris etc.more
Read the newspapers lately?
I have seen some newsprint in my lifetime, and the Lusaka/Zambia papers are not among what has impressed me most. I have a bad feeling that if news are fit to be printed, it has to be paid first.Most news items seemed to deal with crime, sports, mine workers' unrest and political factioning and infighting. You will not be enlightened about Zambia...more
Lusaka - what to do???
Lusaka seemed to me to be a staging post for excursions to other part of the country. There wasn't so much else on offer. There are monuments of independence and museums etc., but nothing really worth staying around too long to take it all in.Lusaka is a good place to replenish empty back packs for the next outing, and just about anything seemed...more
Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity!
You might have a variety of reasons why it would be difficult to go on a Habitat for Humanity volunteer trip, but don't let them stop you! Where there is a will, there is a way! All you need is two weeks off and the motivation and interest to DO IT!Here is a link where you can see what upcoming trips you may like to...more
Bungy Jump at Victoria Falls
111 metres of pure adrenaline rush! The bungi jump operates off the Victoria Falls Bridge and has a 100% safety record. Over 50 000 people have committed themselves to the thrill of jumping off the bridge. Challenge the limits of the mind and test the edge of fear by leaping off the impressive bridge, with the Falls behind and the mighty Zambezi...more
Animal magic!
You absolute must, take a landrover safari into South Luangwa NP, both during the day and the night, also if you get the opportunity take a walking safari, as it is rumoured to be the best park in Africa to do so......The diversity of the wildlife and the amazing close-up shots of the animals. And on the night safari the site of 100's of pairs of...more
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding
Every now and then a band you used to love slides off your radar, and Gomez were the latest band to join this category of my record collection. The last three albums had plenty of tunes, but suffered from over-production and the loss of the organic sound that defined the band's sound on the debut and follow-up albums.
I stumbled across "A New Tide" several...
Published on 9 Oct. 2009 by D. A. Nimmo
2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing...
Having loved everything else Gomez has done, I was pretty disappointed with this album. There's nothing special about the tracks and it just seems to plod along without any real excitement. Definitely not one for a first-time Gomez listener...
Published on 29 Oct. 2011 by Squirrel
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding,
D. A. Nimmo (UK) - See all my reviews
Every now and then a band you used to love slides off your radar, and Gomez were the latest band to join this category of my record collection. The last three albums had plenty of tunes, but suffered from over-production and the loss of the organic sound that defined the band's sound on the debut and follow-up albums.
I stumbled across "A New Tide" several months after it was released and discovered that out of the blue, the band have put together the record that they threatened a decade ago. I began this review thinking I would call it their best work "since Liquid Skin", but it may be fair to say that, for me, this is their most striking album to date.
The silliness of recent records has been discarded, and they have stopped trying to pen pop songs, focusing instead on a beautiful album which flows in a way that none of their records have for a long time. One of the comments on this page says that the album has "no killer tunes" - this is spot on. But this is a good thing. This is not a collection of singles with some filler to make up an album's worth, it's a majestic work of art.
Only perhaps the track "Win Park Slope" doesn't seem to fit in with the album's sound.
It's not to say that there aren't stand-out tracks - the uplifting "Airstream Driver" captures the fun side of Gomez, but whereas the more electric tracks from recent albums were smothered in Protools effects, this track bounces along with a scuzzy and beautifully unpolished guitar refrain.
Arguably every Gomez album to date has had a tendency to peter out towards the end. Maybe this was a result of them taking on production duties themselves, but on "A New Tide", the sequencing places three of the most pleasing tracks right at the end, leaving a warm glow once play stops. "Very Strange" plods on unremarkably until a marimba section breaks up the track, and it's followed by the gentle strumming of "Other Plans", a track evoking the tender sounds of Belle and Sebastian and Yo La Tengo.
The stunning "Sunset Gate" closes the record memorably. A thudding but muted drum powers on behind the relaxed vocals, which are interrupted by a low and initially jarring section of woodwind. It's a hypnotic track which defines the natural and mature sound that Gomez have found here.
I have no qualms about dishing out five stars to "A New Tide". It may have seemed that Gomez had peaked early in their careers, but if the album title rings true then perhaps this marks the beginning of a bright new chapter in Gomez's career. This is a band that are well and truly back on my radar.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A grower,
G. Seabrook (Bristol) - See all my reviews
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This album has motivated me to write my first review for Amazon, and all after listening to 'Other Plans' from A New Tide. This album is one of those special breed of albums that does more than what you initially expect it to deliver. I would say on first listen it leaves you feeling generally good. The beauty of it however, is how it grows in stature the more familiar you become with it. The aforementioned 'Other Plans' is a superbly crafted song. 'Sunset gates' is so beautiful it could reduce the most hardened of music critics to something resembling jelly. 'Little Pieces' has a guitar hook the size of China with the Beauty of New Zealand..........and so it goes on. I highly recommend this album.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars At last.........,
.....a Gomez album that lives up to 'Bring It On'. Ever since their debut album I've been waiting for something of similar quality; I'd almost given up but then along comes 'A New Tide'. This is quite the strongest set of songs they have put together in years and only 'If I ask You Nicely' grates, with some awful couplets. The singing and playing stands out throughout and the arrangements are more complex and sonically interesting than their recent work. There are standout tracks throughout but I would single out 'Airstream Driver', 'Natural Reaction', 'Little Pieces' and album closer 'Sunset Gates' as particularly memorable. Nice one, lads.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Bear with it.,
Floplexter (Scotland) - See all my reviews
I appreciate what other people say as I am a massive fan of Gomez and especially How We Operate, but bear with this little gem. It's smoother, hookier, dreamier and in the end, it delivers a great shot of pure Gomez, without perhaps the real kick of the last two albums. There are some great great tracks. Personal favourites- of course Airstream Driver (which is beyond good), Little Pieces, Natural Reaction and Very Strange.
Give it a few concentrated spins and the tunes speak for themselves.
5.0 out of 5 stars We should be thankful that they are still around.......,
S. A. Gordon (Enfield, Middlesex United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
Yes I bought the album when it first came out, played, enjoyed it and added it on to my Ipod. And that's the problem in this day and age, I put my Ipod on random and carried on with my life. I love Gomez, but I have taken them for granted over the years. Not anymore!
I have been listening to their myspace songs, especially Airstream Driver and Win Park Slope. I had forgotten how good these were. I decided to re-visit the CD and have played it constantly over the weekend. This IS something special, a great CD, which should be played in that context. With the Ipod age we forget to listen to CDs in their entirety and Gomez make wonderful CDs.. They are THE great British band of the last 10-15 years!
I accept that the band are not making the same music as at the start of their career, but they have evolved and I, for one, am glad that they are still together making wonderful albums
There is not a bad song on this collection. The production, musicianship is top notch. Let's hope that there are plenty more to come.
20 of 25 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb - something new in every listen,
L. Webb (South West, UK) - See all my reviews
Gomez has continued to release albums that manage to have totally different tones and styles. This album is no exception. Bring it On and Liquid Skin had the original Gomez sound, then In our Gun showed of Gomez's use of electronics and having fun with an album. Split the difference was a rocker of an album that was so surprising to hear from Gomez, but it was refreshing to hear, and, of course, as with everything they try, they pulled it off. Then after that, How we Operate was released which was a polar opposite to Split the Difference - it was leisurely and calm.
That brings us up to 2009 and Gomez has released A New Tide - an album which shows a return to roots, and it seems as though every different style they have experimented with has been wrapped up in this album. Let me give a brief review of each song.
1. Mix - A lovely vocal and guitar track led by Ian Ball, which has a fantastic kick-in section at the end.
2. Little Pieces - A more commercial sounding song from Gomez, but with an addictive acoustic guitar hook that is so quintessentially Gomez in its tone.
3. If I ask you nicely - The only song on this album led by Tom Gray - A fun sounding song which really puts you back to 1998 with a funky strummed guitar and an awesome chorus, FUN song!
4. Lost Track - Another excellent acoustic guitar hook on this song, a return to something you may have heard on Bring it On, with an excellent jazzy breakdown in the middle.
5. Win Park Slope - A drifting and eerie song, with an insatiable slide guitar riff in the background with excellent reverb on Ian Ball's vocals, this song creates such an atmosphere - arguably the best and most innovative song on the album.
6. Bone Tired - This song flows straight from the previous one, with a soothing fingerstyle guitar riff with Ben Ottewell singing over it. This song is just...beautiful!
7. Airsteam Driver - A song which has what sounds like elements of a track from Bring it On, mixed with the heaviness of Split the Difference - This song, again, is like nothing else on the album. Really great song, with a VERY addictive line which you will sing a LOT ("go carefully, carefully, oh airstream driver!")
8. Natural Reaction - A really sweet song, which has that feel of driving round the coast, led by a banjo. The verse of this song uses vocals SO effectively, as seems to be consistent with Gomez. The rhythm of this song mixed with the incredible use of voice makes for a very impressive song.
9. Very Strange - The drumbeat mixed with the riff really gets me on this song. That, combined with a really uplifting kick-in for the chorus (you'll be "do do do"ing along with this in no time) makes for a very impressive song. The song ends how it starts with the drums and guitar riff, a really well-written and rounded song. excellent stuff.
10. Other Plans - another genuine contender for the best song on the album; a lovely soothing song which could very easily have been taken straight off of How we Operate - hints of Nick Drake in this track?
11. Sunset Gates - This song is very enjoyable, very effective 'Gomez sound' with the vocal harmonies in the verse, with an acoustic guitar strumming along happily with a playful electric guitar riff. This song is so Gomez it hurts. Such a good close to an album - it ends with a plethora of sounds, brass, percussion, high vocals in the background, it's a fantastic close to the album.
All in all, this album really hits the spot for me, and it has something for every Gomez fan, whether you liked their early work more, or their later work. Every time I have listened to this album since getting it, i always hear something else going on in the background, which is such a common factor in the music of Gomez; the percussive sounds mixed with some mellotron and some subtle backing vocals - you'll get something new with each listen. I wanted to give 4.5 for this album, what for the lack of songs led by Tom Gray, however i didn't think to drop it down to 4 out of 5 was fair for what is a real gem of an album.
Gomez - You've done it again!!
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Lower tempo, more melody, and a bit more edgy.,
Mr. S. Bennett "stevenbennett5" (london) - See all my reviews
While this album still sounds like Gomez, it comes across as though the band are no longer pretending to be happy or young kids anymore. While the last album 'How we operate' was more uptempo and more energetic it lacked a certain intimicy which this album delivers. How we operate seemed more optimistic, as if the band were sure it would bring them some success. Now they seem to have given up on that and made a slightly edgy album, which, thankfully, has seen them dispense with the annoying sha-la-laa type 'lyrics' of their previous effort. It's a more intricate, delicate and mature effort, and a logical progression for a band going more than 10 years. It reminds me of Bluetones early stuff and is less throwaway than 'How We Operate'. Overall it's more instrumental, but as a whole the album works very well and is an excellent listen from start to finish.
5.0 out of 5 stars Gomez deliver,
Mr. Philip D. Arrowsmith "The iUK Man" (England) - See all my reviews
I keep clicking on all the Gomez tracks in their growing catalogue, hoping that one of them will eventually fulfil all the hopes and dreams I have about them. Then I hear 'Little Pieces' and realise the time has come. If it is not one of the best tracks I will hear this year, and I have heard a few, then I will be amazed. The rest of the songs just fall in line after it. It gives the Americana groups a run for their money and has elements of all the best in there. I even hear Little Feat and Steely Dan, even though Gomez don't do harmonies. Brilliant!!
5.0 out of 5 stars I always knew they had it in 'em,
Franimi (Essex, England) - See all my reviews
At last, the Gomez album I've been waiting for! In the past, whenever I heard a new Gomez CD, it was a bit like having a pleasant beach picnic, but with sand in the sandwiches. Moments of real power and loveliness would be marred by songs that were abrasive and generally hard on the ear, so I could never call any of them a thoroughly enjoyable experience and I never kept them in my collection. Until now! This is terrific, they've hit their stride and found their best sound. In other words, a sand-free picnic!
5.0 out of 5 stars Masters of their craft,
ScottT (Sussex) - See all my reviews
A beautiful little album that has all the Gomez hallmarks you'd expect. This flows along nicely in a lovingly crafted manner. It doesn't scream and shout, it whispers in your ear, tickles your toes, wraps it's arm around you in a big hug. It's the musical equivalent of a large slab of chocolate, settling down on the sofa and watching a good film.
Little Pieces, Airstream Driver and Natural Reaction stand out for me, but the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
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Sealed and air locked is only used to keep O2 out so the wine does not oxidize. In the early stages of fermentation the yeast like O2 and they produce so much CO2 it floats over the surface of the wine to keep O2 from messing anything up. You can airlock it any time after you stop stirring the wine.
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For primary, most seasoned winemakers use a towel or something to cover the fermenter to keep out dust and fruitflies and things. The wine needs oxygen at that time, and it needs to off-gas c02 (which is poisonous to yeast). Stirring it daily to break up the "cap" and resuspend any solids that may form is important, and it's so much easier to stir when there is no lid.
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This is a company most suited to folks right out of college (undergrad). You get a chance to apply what you've learned. And, if you build relationships with the right managers, they won't micromange you.
Lots of people change departments at the lower staff levels, following their interests and desired responsibilities. Know marketing, but are interested in sales? They will let you do that. Want to write, but are more of a financial analyst? They will pair you with writers to build those skills.Cons
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Too quiet...
The tune is kinda overpowered by the percussion. Try making the actual tune just a little bit louder, okay?
The percussion sounded kinda empty, too. Try making that a bit deeper.
Tell me when you remake this! :D
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Each of the melodies mix together perfectly, and I love that you picked Link's Awakening for the Zelda theme. This is classic, and I love it. Kudos.
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EFICI Launches EFICASH™ a Collaborative Mobile Payments Platform with an Alterna... Page 1 of 2 February 17, 2009 06:00 AM Eastern Time EFICI Launches EFICASH™ a Collaborative Mobile Payments Platform with an Alternative to NFC The Application Leverages the Current Infrastructure and Existing Camera-Phones to Expedite Transactions MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today EFICI CORP launched EFICASH™ a mobile payments platform for banks and cellular phone companies that addresses one of the main obstacles of using cell phones as a mean of payment at point of sale. "Mobile payments need to be jump-started by using the existing infrastructure, and taking advantage of the cameras on cellular phones to read 2D Codes displayed at the point of sales (POS), to expedite mobile payments," said Andres Gonzalez, CEO of EFICI. The EFICASH™ mission is to enable Mobile payments in the U.S. and Latin America one step at a time. "In the US and Latin America, the adoption of Mobile Payments is progressing slowly compared to other regions such as Europe, Asia and Africa. Success requires the introduction of a lower cost model for financial institutions, Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), merchants and users, with a disruptive technology to break the barriers of adoption," said Gonzalez. With EFICASH™, rather than waiting for the Near Field Communications technology (NFC), users can use phones with integrated cameras to interpret those 2D codes and expedite payments by minimizing keystrokes. Today, more than 50 percent of existing phones in the U.S. have cameras. "If you already have that infrastructure in place, why not leverage it to enable mobile transactions with a low cost of entry for everyone? The technology is here today," said Gonzalez. EFICASH™ enables financial institutions and MNOs to work together in bringing mobile payments to fruition. The application is based on a pre-paid model that securely allows consumers to make and receive payments by linking their debit, credit card and bank accounts. EFICASH™ can adapt to the needs of any institutional client in any country of the Americas. It has been designed to support multiple languages, currencies, types of accounts (individual and premier) and other customizations. EFICASH™ has the safeguards to minimize the chance of fraud. "We have carefully cared for all the security aspects, including the network, the database, the operational process, the information transmission, the application security, among others," concluded Gonzalez. For more information about EFICASH™ go to http://www.efici.com About EFICI CORP A technology and outsourcing company based in South Florida since January of 2005 that provides world class services, support and solutions tailored to each client's needs. Our applications serve the telecommunications and banking industries. For more information about EFICI CORP please visit www.efici.com © 2009, EFICI Corporation. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for EFICI´S products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. EFICI shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/home/permalink/?ndmViewId=news_view&news... 2/19/2009 EFICI Launches EFICASH™ a Collaborative Mobile Payments Platform with an Alterna... Page 2 of 2 Contacts EFICI CORP Candice Georgi, +1-888-77-EFICI x 202 (USA) Intl. Callers: +1-305-263-8181 x 202 (USA) email@example.com Permalink: http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20090217005252/en http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/home/permalink/?ndmViewId=news_view&news... 2/19/2009
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Sheraton Bandung Hotel and Tower
Located in Bandung (Dago), Sheraton Bandung Hotel and Tower is close to West Java Culture Park, Dago Golf Course, and Parahyangan Catholic University. Also nearby are Sasana Budaya Ganesha and Bandung Zoo.
Hotel Features.
Sheraton Bandung Hotel and Tower has a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. Wireless Internet access is complimentary in public areas. Business amenities at this 4.5-star property include a business center and meeting rooms. Dining options at this luxury hotel include a restaurant, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Additional amenities include a children's pool, a complimentary children's club, and spa services. A total renovation of this property was completed in July 2014.
Rooms open to patios. The 154 air-conditioned guestrooms at Sheraton Bandung Hotel and Tower include minibars and safes. Beds have pillowtop mattresses, down comforters, and premium bedding. Guests can use the in-room complimentary wireless and wired high-speed Internet access. 37-inch LCD TVs are equipped with premium cable channels. All accommodations provide desks and phones. Bathrooms offer showers, bathrobes, hair dryers, and slippers. Additional amenities include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily.
Everything from check-in to check-out was nice. Friendly staff as can be expected in…
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Hotel Info: 866-539-8117from $107
- Standard Room, Garden Area
- Junior Suite
- Towers Room
- Suite, 1 King Bed
- Towers Suite
- Standard Room, Tower
- Pool View Room
- Deluxe Room
- Garden Access
- Executive Room
- Towers Cabana
- Deluxe Room
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Key facts
Hotel size
- This hotel has 154 rooms
- This hotel is arranged over 4 floors
- Check-in time starts at 2 PM
- Check-out time is noon
Required at check in
- Credit card deposit required
- Government-issued photo ID required
Travelling with others
- Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- Free children's club
- Pets not allowed
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi and wired Internet access in rooms
In the hotel
- Children's club (free)
- Buffet breakfast (surcharge)
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Poolside bar
- Room service (during limited hours)
- Outdoor pool
- Children's pool
- Fitness facilities
- Full-service spa
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Playground on site
- Pool sun loungers
- Sauna
- Beach/pool umbrellas
- Business center
- Conference space
- Meeting rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Wedding services
- Number of buildings/towers - 2
- Year Built 1990
- Elevator/lift
- ATM/banking
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- In-room accessibility
In the room
- Air conditioning
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Bathrobes
- Slippers
- Iron/ironing board
- Down comforter
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Premium bedding
- Pillowtop mattress
- Patio
- Shower only
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- 37-inch LCD TV
- Premium TV channels
- Desk
- Free WiFi
- Phone
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
Special features
Shine Spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include massages, facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.
The spa is open daily.
DiningFeast Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Toastina - Onsite coffee shop.
Sheraton Bandung Hotel and Tower's small print
Also known as
- Sheraton Bandung Hotel
- Sheraton Bandung
- Bandung Sheraton
- Sheraton Bandung Hotel and Tower Bandung
- Sheraton Bandung Hotel and Tower
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at check in or check out:
- New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: IDR 605000.00
- New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: IDR 302500.00 (from 3 to 12 years old)
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of IDR 50
Self parking costs IDR 4.80 per day
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of IDR 151250.00 for adults and IDR 75625.00 for children (approximately)
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of IDR 2000.00 per vehicle (one way)
We have included all charges provided to us by this hotel. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.


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With the advent of the open beta of Mechwarrior Living Legends [mechlivinglegends.net], the "official" games may well be eclipsed by a fan-made total conversion mod for Crysis/Crysis Warhead. MWLL features, among other cool things, combined arms: air, mechs, infantry, and tanks are all playable and useful on the battlefield.
I am 20 years old software engineering student and moved away from home about a month ago. As I was packing my stuff and rummaging through all the crates, I found a dusty joystick. I remember using one of those when I was a kid (some of the older people here probably would still consider me to be one...). I used that controller so much in games like Descent and MechWarriors (I just checked the Wikipedia. Seems like I was about 10 when MechWarrior 4 came out)... And then forgot that it ever existed.
Finding that was extremely nostalgic. I'm going to install MW 3 & 4 soon and see if that still works. I doubt that people younger than me have ever used one, though.
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Early last week Megan and I confirmed and booked our trip to Europe coming up in April. It was huge step, one I wasn't sure would ever happen last summer when I first started the planning of this trip. I spent lots of time searching the web for travel tips, travel services, booking agencies, recommendations and finally narrowed down an itinerary, travel dates and a budget around Christmas. We used the booking site Go-Today.com and ...
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... to chat, but what a lovely lady indeed! I'm so glad to have gotten the chance to get to know her some and I hope this carries over as well.
I'll be making Taco soup when I get home! .....if I could just remember what was all in it ;-)
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Stayed at Sara's house on Thursday the 13th and met her awesome family. For a couple of people that say they are introverts, we sure can talk when it's just us. LOL It's funny just how many of us I'm meeting. We are good with one or two people which is just how I like it. Groups are scary.
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I have always thought I knew how much the people in my life loved me, always taking inventory of the people in my life to nurture the remaining relationships because they were so precious to me. This past December I got sick which kept getting worse and worse until I got into bed on Christmas day and didn't get up until January 5th that is the day my parents said enough is enough and took me to the emergency room, as my dad was sitting in the ER with me I could see the worry building (btw they have the most uncomfortable metal shopping cart like wheelchairs) they got me in after about an hour and I was stuck in a hallway because all of the beds were taken. I got admitted to the hospital and began my 2 week stay. I was told I was hours away from death and that I was going septic and if I would have waited the few hours I was going to wait I would have been past the point of saving…….. Scary right.
This whole time my dad and sister came to see me every day (My mom can't got to the hospital because of health issues ( it killed her to stay away)). I had four surgeries on my foot (where the infection started) and massive antibiotics to get the infection out of my body. Along the way I got too much of one antibiotic which caused a huge rash everywhere and my kidneys started suffering (those are fixed now). When I left the hospital I left changed… I always knew my family loved me but this experience has changed me. I saw fear and hopelessness in my family's eyes and I never want to see that again. During this desperation my sister posted on her Facebook, texted friends, and did a little bit of prayer herself to get me through this whole ordeal. In the mist of this a few people stood out and offered support, love, and an ear to listen and I am forever grateful. I have always had a hard time sharing my business I don't like people knowing what is going on with me I figure you need to be in my life to get to know the juicy stuff and if you have done me wrong or aren't around you don't deserve to know my business. That is why when I started this blog/website it was so hard…. I could post a recipe, a quote, or even a small story and it was ok but I never gave too much now I figure I will let it all out…..
I am doing better now and I feel so lucky to have the survived but even more lucky to really see the love of my family and these people who surprised me and took care of my family. I always knew my love knew no bounds for my family but you can only imagine when you see firsthand their love for you… well
My cup runneth over…
So that's where I am right now…
I am healing (a very long few months)… I am working hard to stay positive and trying to figure out life now. I don't have a job (I was laid off last year) I don't have a direction but I have faith that I will find it...
I am going to make some changes to the website and try to be more open and sharing life...
We are also going to be making some health changes (I am diabetic now) lucky me... I am so lucky that I can change it if I am healthier and make the changes... we still have a type 1 diabetic kid in the house that doesn't have the chance to reverse it... type one is forever ( or until there is a cure)
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SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Google Inc (GOOG.O) will sell its first tablet from mid-July for $199, hoping to replicate its smartphone success in a hotly contested market now dominated by Amazon.com Inc's (AMZN.O) Kindle Fire and Apple Inc's (AAPL.O) iPad.
By taking a greater role in the tablet market, Google hopes to ensure that its various online services remain front-and-center to consumers amid a changing technology landscape in which tablets by Apple and Amazon are increasingly becoming gateways to the Web and Web-based content such as movies and music.
Google's maiden entry in the tablet market, which will also see the advent of Microsoft Corp's (MSFT.O) Surface this year, could also help accelerate development of tablet-specific applications for its Android operating software -- a key factor that has helped popularize Apple's iPad, analysts say.
The "Nexus 7" tablet, built by and co-branded with Taiwan's Asus (2357.TW), was one of several gadgets unveiled at its annual developers' conference on Wednesday, as the Internet search and advertising leader dips its toe into the intensively competitive consumer arena.
The announcement of the new tablet comes a month after Google acquired its own hardware-making capabilities with the $12.5 billion acquisition of smartphone maker Motorola Mobility. But Motorola, which Google has said it will run as a separate business, was absent from most the new products and services showcased at the event.
Google co-founder Sergey Brin demonstrated Google Glass, a futuristic-looking eye-glass-computer that can live-stream events, record, and perform computing tasks. The device will be available to U.S.-based developers early next year for $1,500.
And it unveiled the Nexus Q - a $300 device with a built-in amplifier that lets users stream content from Android devices onto their TVs.
But the Nexus tablet hogged the spotlight. Sold initially only on the Google Play online store, its $199 price tag and 7-inch stature is aimed squarely at the Fire, but the Nexus has a front-facing camera while Amazon's tablet does not.
Analysts consider the Fire a window into Amazon.com's trove of online content rather than an iPad rival, given the $499 that Apple asks for a device with a "retina" display that far outstrips it in terms of resolution.
Google can similarly use the Nexus 7 to connect to its own online offerings, which include YouTube and Google Play, the name of its online store where it sells digital music, movies and games. It will go after more cost-conscious users who might shun the pricier iPad.
"Nexus 7 is an ideal device for reading books. The form factor and weight are just right," said Chris Yerga, Google director of engineering for Android.
Google said it will offer buyers of the Nexus 7 a $25 credit to spend at the Google Play store and it showed off several media-centric capabilities, such as a new magazine reading app.
"They all but called it a Kindle Fire killer. They're clearly gunning for that No. 2 spot behind Apple's iPad that is currently occupied by Kindle," said Altimeter Group analyst Chris Silva. "But the con is they do not yet have a footprint in people's minds and wallets as the go-to place to purchase and consume media."
Google has partnered with smartphone makers to develop Nexus-banded smartphones for several years, providing a showcase product that delivers Google's ideal vision for a device based on its Android software.
Extending the Nexus concept to tablets should similarly establish a model that other hardware makers can emulate, resulting in a more a competitive and uniform line of Android tablets to market, say analysts.
Shares in Google gained 0.8 percent to $569.37 in afternoon trade.
The Nexus will feature the new 4.1 "Jelly Bean" version of Google's software, as well as a front-facing camera, a 1280x800 resolution screen, and an Nvidia (NVDA.O) Tegra 3 processor.
Google's free Android software is the No. 1 operating system for smartphones, with about 1 million Android devices getting activated every day
But it has struggled to compete with Apple's iPad in the market for tablets, largely because it lags far behind Apple and Amazon in terms of available content and tablet-specific applications, such as games.
Meanwhile, Apple has increasingly moved to reduce its dependency on Google services on its devices. Earlier this month it unveiled its own mapping software, which will replace Google maps as the default mapping service in the next version of its mobile operating system.
And Amazon's Kindle Fire, while based on Google's open-source Android software, features a customized interface that does not use many Google services.
Executives showcased the new 4.1 "Jelly Bean" version of Android operating system on Wednesday. The new software delivers faster performance, according to the company, and new features such as "voice search."
"That range of services will be the secret to stitching together this rag-tag fleet of Android gadgets into a platform that can compete with Apple for minutes of users' attention rather than premium device dollars," said Forrester analyst James McQuivey.
The tablet's limited availability - executives said they had no plans yet to expand distribution beyond Google's own site - may curtail initial sales growth.
Google briefly sold a specially designed Android smartphone - the Nexus One - directly to consumers in 2010, but closed the online store after four months saying it had not lived up to expectations.
But it's the lack of "native" applications - software designed with a larger tablet in mind, rather than ported from smartphones - that is the Nexus' biggest impediment for now.
"Unless you have a strong app offering, for a consumer it is a piece of glass that does what a phone does on a larger screen," Carolina Milanesi, analyst at Gartner Research.
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