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Do you have a cat and love it? Or do you love all kinds of cats in general? Me too! Welcome to the cat clan! feel free to talk about your cats or anything about cats at all! even the larger families! ;)
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The first time I had a vision or "hyper-cognition" was while petting a cat. I looked into its eyes and I saw the deserts of egypt, where sorcerers were fire dancing and singing. There display…Continue
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How sweet must be a Ragdoll Kitten
I read archaeology news and they discovered by carbon dating that this statue was made 40,000 years ago, which makes THE oldest figure in the world.
"In ancient times cats were worshipped as gods; they have not forgotten this." ― Terry Pratchett
<3Feline Love<3
This cat is an Egyptian Mau ~ One of the oldest known breeds.
I had a major heart attack on the 27th of November last year (2012). I had been rather ill for a few days but ignored the symptoms, as I usually do, I'm bullet proof.
My son and I were sitting in my loungeroom (sitting room) and I told him I really didn't feel well but didn't want an ambulance. Within seconds of saying this, my little cat looked over at me from the back of the single sofa and screamed at me. She then ran over, climbed up on my chest and pinned me to the sofa. Her heart beat regulated my heart beat and the pain disappeared. I went to my doctor some time later and he confirmed I had had a major heart attack. He told me that what my cat had done had saved my life and had I gotten my son to ring an ambulance, they wouldn't have gotten there in time.
I owe my cat my life!
Believe me, though she was a much loved cat before hand, she's even more loved now!
Strangely enough, I was told in what I can only consider as a contact dream (I have a few of them when I have major health issues) that my cat is very special. I told my son about this the morning after. We both now fully understand what was meant in that dream.
My cat thinks the world revolves around him..............today he stuck his paw in my tea,and just casually lap up my tea from his paw,he doesn't care XD,his face said it all "huh its my tea now " i love him,and another thing he keeps stealing my nail file,socks,tights,post it notes,and my heart lol. This isn't him in the picture, but i had to post it it's so cute :3 but i plan to post one of Cosmo soon,that's if he doesn't steal my camera also,and take random pictures of his adventures in human land and sell it lol
Hahaha cats can look so sinister then be so cuddly and cute. But I'd like to get a dog as well eventually and my cat jade and the dog can play together.
Hello to everyone on the cat clan community,i welcome you all :3
I have three beautiful cats,i was fostering cats for a while for an animal charity ,i helped them raise a lot of money just so no-one gets to be put down,or go without a home or medicine,i love with all my heart all animals particularly cats.and iv'e recently adopted a black male kitten called "Cosmo" i love him so much,he was born 11th November 2011 he's so different from my other two cat's,he seems less like a cat more human in the things that he doe's.I'm so happy with my cats,they are my friends & family :3
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by Kristin Eldridge
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Kristin is one of the Little Skye photographers. We love her and her work.
As moms with digital cameras, getting from point A to point B isn't always easy! Point A (owning a digital camera) and Point B (an amazing picture) are actually closer than you think. It's a matter of using natural light to work for you instead of against you. I put together a list of tips that I've learned along the way. Practical tips that anyone can use to step up your photo game!
1. For a nice evenly lit photo, place your child at the very edge of the shade instead of at the back of the shade. Shady sidewalks are a great place to shoot because the cement acts as a natural reflector and bounces the light back up into your child's face.
2. Place your child in a doorway or in front of a window. This bends the light at a 45 degree angle…the perfect formula for glowy, natural light.
3. Turn off your flash! Red eye and pasty white skin aren't flattering on anyone. Instead find the light coming in the window…or just go outside.
4. Focus and re-compose. Most cameras naturally focus on what's in the middle of the frame. Instead focus on your child's eyes, press the shutter half-way down, the quickly re-frame the picture how you want it. Then press the shutter all the way down.
5. Adjust your angle. As a general rule, children photograph best when you are no higher than their waist level. That means bend down or even sit on the ground!
6. Get close…even closer! Kids have perfect skin- they can handle a close up!! Most people make the
mistake of having lots of dead space around the child. Instead take a few steps closer or zoom in.
7. Recruit siblings. Natural smiles and expressions are best. Sometimes it takes a silly face, peek-a-boo or a song sung by big brother to crack a smile.
8. Be a fly on the wall. If your child isn't into being photographed, take a photo-journalistic approach. Step back and quietly snap away as they are doing their thing. You'll be surprised how much you love photos that don't have direct eye contact.
9. Remember to focus on capturing emotion. Sometimes a beautiful picture breaks all the rules. It may not be in focus or perfectly composed, but you look at it and say that is SO my two year old right now.
10. Practice, practice, practice! Be thankful we live in the days of digital…it doesn't cost anything to shoot away. And that's how we get better!


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Jonathan Boyd is an yoga teacher and Lululemon Ambassador based in Victoria, BC. He teaches Hatha Flow and Anusara-Inspired classes to all levels of students. His classes feature a meaningful intention that goes beyond the physical form, a specific focus on optimal alignment, and a light-hearted playfulness. Jonathan teaches small independantly run drop-in classes, studio classes at Hemma Yoga and Moksana Yoga, and various workshops and trainings.
Class ScheduleMonday 7:30 to 9:00pm - Hatha 2/3
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Pasco High Schools Make Gains in Reading Proficiency
Writing scores tracked with state averages.
Every high school in Pasco County has reported gains in the reading proficiency section of the ninth and 10th grade FCATs, according to the Pasco County School District.
"This accomplishment is particularly impressive considering the fact that the state increased the rigor of the assessment last year and increased the minimum score required to achieve proficiency this year," district officials stated in a press release.
Statewide scores on the writing FCAT were so low that the state authorities lowered the passing score. The writing test is taken by fourth-, eighth- and 10th-graders.
However, the Pasco School District exceeded the state average in reading proficiency on the ninth and 10th grade FCATs, according to the district.
Fifty-four percent of ninth graders in the district achieved reading proficiency on the most recent test, 6 percent more than the previous test. Results showed that 51 percent of the district's 10th graders achieved reading proficiency, a 13 percent increase.
According to state stats, the average school district in Florida reported 52 percent of ninth graders achieving reading proficiency and 50 percent of 10th graders achieved proficiency.
"Our students and staff continue to excel in the face of significant financial adversity and ever changing expectations," district superintend Heather Fiorentino stated in a press release. "This is a testament to their fortitude and unwavering commitment to excellence."
The following schools made noteworthy gains in reading proficiency, according to the district:
- Pasco eSchool : 79 percent of ninth graders achieved reading proficiency.
- Land O' Lakes High School (69 percent of ninth graders achieved reading proficiency 70 percent of 10th graders achieved proficiency).
- "Anclote High School had the largest gains throughout the district in ninth grade, with a 14 percent gain," according to the district.
- J.W. Mitchell High: The percentage of proficiency increased at J.W. Mitchell High School by 24 percent. According state stats, 66 percent of ninth grade students at Mitchell Highin the most recent test, and the same percentage of 10th graders achieved proficiency.
The school district's writing results were in line with state trends and reflected the "difficulty of adapting to new state expectations within a compressed time period," according to the district.
Districtwide, writing proficiency was achieved by 77 percent of students in fourth grade, 77 percent of students in eighth grade and 86 percent of students in 10th grade. The district's 10th grade grade percentage exceed the state average, according to the district.


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The rain poured off my roof this afternoon, and the pea-sized hail clattered on our patio. The tornado sirens wailed to life, quieted down, and then howled again. My Oklahoma children came screaming down the stairs and dashing in my general direction.
"Where is the tornado?" my 10 year old asked with barely consoled terror. He knows tornadoes, they all do. A lifetime in Oklahoma has taught them that fear.
I glanced up from folding laundry to see the weather maps showing the storms to be almost an hour away from us. "Calm down," I told them. "There is no need to panic. This is just rain and tiny hail. When it's time to panic, I'll tell you."
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One of our members came across this on the web and asked us to share it with our members.
Using the historic town of Jim Thorpe as a backdrop, join professional photographer Tom Storm as he shares photographic tips while showing you the oft missed vistas and hidden perspectives that hold magic in every detail. At the end of the hour you will have a better grasp on both your camera's function and how to compose a better image. BYOC (Bring Your Own Camera) All digital cameras are welcome. Good walking shoes are recommended.
Tom Storm has spent the past 9 years traveling the USA, Europe, Central America and Asia capturing images of the people and the land. His current series "The World in a Bubble" finds major landmarks around the world captured in the brief reflection of a floating soap bubble. Visit TomStorm.net to see more of Tom's work.
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Star Wars: The Old Republic News
- E3 2010: Publisher attaches Jan. 25 ship date to Visceral's survival horror shooter, People Can Fly game due Feb. 22, EA Sports brawler coming Oct. 19, more; full video inside.News - Posted Jun 14, 2010 10:01 pm GMT
- EA plans to open 200-staff-strong outfit in Galway next year to provide support for Star Wars: The Old Republic developer's games.News - Posted May 26, 2010 10:36 pm GMT
- Ex-Ensemble developer Dusty Monk says Ensemble Studios spent three years developing a WOW killer--before Microsoft suddenly pulled the plug.News - Posted Apr 14, 2010 12:43 am GMT
- Former EA Mobile head Mitch Lasky blasts former employer, expresses amazement that company hasn't been acquired or management ousted.News - Posted Jan 14, 2010 9:10 pm GMT
- Wedbush's Pachter says EA "lacks introspection" as other industry watchers predict publisher will see significant revenue gains in 2010.News - Posted Jan 12, 2010 11:29 pm GMT
- [UPDATE 3] Slow holiday sales force publisher to reduce earnings forecast; BioWare confirms sci-fi MMORPG won't arrive until early next year; Sims' return to consoles and "innovative new take on Madden" due out this year.News - Posted Jan 11, 2010 10:35 pm GMT
- EA-owned studio opens up applications to participate in closed testing phase for The Old Republic on PC.News - Posted Sep 29, 2009 7:24 pm GMT
- GDC Austin 2009: Not everyone who plays MMO games plays well with others; BioWare designer Damion Schubert explains why developers need to cater to solo players as well.News - Posted Sep 18, 2009 10:12 pm GMT
- GDC Austin 2009: Leo Olebe, Jean Marcel Nicolai, Feargus Urquhart discuss benefits and dangers of working with someone else's world to keep the lights on during tough times.News - Posted Sep 18, 2009 12:47 am GMT
- Penny Arcade Expo 2009 lineup set in stone, from Ron Gilbert keynote address to Star Wars: The Old Republic live demo.News - Posted Aug 13, 2009 11:24 pm GMT
- Greg Zeschuk says Mythic will operate in a fashion similar to developer's Austin studio, studios were "already working side by side" before consolidation.News - Posted Jul 9, 2009 1:12 am GMT
- Warhammer Online studio head Mark Jacobs replaced, as publisher names BioWare's Ray Muzyka, Greg Zeschuk to lead newly formed division.News - Posted Jun 24, 2009 7:52 pm GMT
- Naughty Dog's PS3-exclusive sequel wins Best of Show, 5TH Cell's DS puzzler honored for Best Original Game by industry media collaboration.News - Posted Jun 23, 2009 7:23 pm GMT
- Alberta-based developer establishing new 30-man team in Quebec to boost Mass Effect 2 efforts; will be housed in EA Montreal offices.News - Posted Mar 2, 2009 8:29 pm GMT
- Publisher no longer championing superhero-themed MMORPG following Atari's acquisition of its developer, Cryptic Studios.News - Posted Dec 18, 2008 12:59 am GMT
- VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: After years of secrecy, LucasArts opens the book on its ambitious second PC MMORPG; BioWare's Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuk explain why it's a bigger project than all their previous projects put together.News - Posted Oct 21, 2008 10:00 pm GMT
- Publisher and EA subsidiary say "wait will be over" for first info on "rumored game"--pegged as the KOTOR MMORPG--in two weeks.News - Posted Oct 6, 2008 10:40 pm GMT
- John Riccitiello tells Conde Nast Portfolio that BioWare's mystery massively multiplayer project is a third installment in the Star Wars series.News - Posted Jul 17, 2008 10:08 pm GMT
- KOTOR MMORPG rumors surge as two companies announce collaboration on a "ground-breaking interactive entertainment product."News - Posted Oct 30, 2007 3:35 pm GMT
- Drs. Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuk discuss their studios' big deal--and reveal Dragon Age and top-secret MMORPG are already playable.News - Posted Oct 12, 2007 2:49 am GMT
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I grew up in Colorado Springs, Colorado just outside of Fort Carson. I'm proud to call myself an ARMY brat. I've moved around quite a bit since then...but still miss those mountains!
I went to college at Hastings College in Nebraska. It was 6 1/2 hours from home, and they offered me a soccer scholarship. I was SO THERE.
Hastings had an amazing communications and media department, so I spent most of my college days playing on the college radio station and editing videos for our tv news.
I landed my first official radio gig was after interning at 94.5 The Breeze. A wonderful man named Dave Brock hired me on to help co host the morning show when I was barely 20 years old.
After graduating I moved on to Fort Wayne, Indiana where I worked for Federated Media (a group of radio stations) as a Cow mascot and remote tech, taking on any weekend air shift they would give me.
One day, I was offered a job on a morning show at a new station in Auburn, IN. Froggy 106.7.
Almost 5 years later I found my way back to Nebraska, stumbled my way back into radio and worked for GI Family Radio group.
That's when I got the call from KTWB. I'd never been to Sioux Falls in my life--but once I came for a visit, I knew it was my next home!!
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Paul attends the University of Pennsylvania, where he edited and wrote for The Daily Pennsylvanian and edited 34th Street Magazine, working with the LGBT community. He has also worked at the Human Rights Campaign and originally trained as a news writer, but recently has come to favor featurey, arts/culture pieces. Paul hopes to be in Washington, D.C. for the summer.
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Eugenics was a staple in Nazi Germany. Positive and negative. Negative is the active killing of those you don't think deserve to live, positive is sterilization before conception, basically.) Rudolf Hess, Hitler's Deputy Fuhrer once said, "National Socialism is nothing but applied biology". Before the Nazi's came to power, German intellectuals were among the world's leaders of eugenics research. Two German doctors, Dr. Alfred Hoche and Dr. Karl Binding, published a book called, "The Permission to Destroy Life Unworthy of Life" in 1920. It called for the destroying of so-called "worthless" human beings for the protection of "worthy" human beings. German Dr. Ernst Rudin was the president of the International Federation of Eugenics Organizations. The "worthless" were the mentally and physically disabled.
Concentration camps were the invention of another group of German doctors who wrote the book, "The Principles of Human Heredity and Racial Hygiene." Their ideas was to imprison non Germans's and mixed races. We know where THAT went.
I don't know why I started writing this blog, except I am watching a movie about it, and I get inspired. Bottom line is, the Nazi Socialists, and any other group or person is disgusting for what their intentions are, no matter how "WELL-MEANING" they are or were. No human has the stature or high place to assess another human's worth. Trouble is, the world is drawing closer and closer to it, if we don't stop it. Eugenics did not leave with the Nazi's. It's alive and well, even in the USA.
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- Ulaan Baatar
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A land of nomadic horsemen and arid steppes that stretch to either jagged mountains or the massive Gobi desert, Mongolia's cold, windy landscape evokes images of Genghis Khan and Mongol Hordes. Traditional and exotic, Mongolian culture still revolves around a nomadic heritage with the family ger (yurt) at the centre, and horses the only transport. In the capital of Ulaan Baatar, Russian, Chinese and Tibetan influences mix, and Tibetan Buddhist monasteries are infused with ancient Mongolian Shamanism. Every year the capital hosts the colourful Naadam festival, where thousands flock to compete in the 'three manly games' of wrestling, archery and cross-country horse racing, said to be tests of a warrior's courage and strength.
Naadam Festival Mongolia (AMNF)
Wander the land that gave the world Genghis Kahn and experience the rich pageantry and intense competitions of the legendary Naadam Festival. Witness giants wrestle, archers hit impossible targets and horses race across grasslands to glory. Travel the region's steppes and sand dunes to uncover storied Buddhist monasteries and cultural treasures on this unique limited-edition adventure. Overnight in a ger with a local family for an extraordinary cultural experience you won't soon forget.
Highlights: The opening ceremony of Naadam Festival, cheer wrestlers and archers, listen to famous throat singing, camp with a nomadic family, sleep in a traditional ger, Mongolian barbecue in the grasslands, climb picturesque Bayan Gobi dunes
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Long after the reign of Genghis Khan, nomadism remains a way of life in modern Mongolia. But with so much to see and do here, it's only natural that people would want to move about and explore a bit. This adventure taps into the nomadic lifestyle embraced by almost 40% of the local population, travelling through ruggedly beautiful gorges and sandstone mountains in search of golden eagles, desert gazelles and the Mongolian horse. And when you're not moving, you'll experience local customs up-close, exploring rural villages and sleeping in traditional ger tents.
Highlights: Contemplating the soviet architecture and influence in the capital city, exploring the ruins of remote monasteries, sharing a ger with a nomadic family, soaking in the Tsensher hot springs, visiting Mongolia's ancient capital, seeing the wild horses in Khustai National Park.
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The Troy Record (TroyRecord.com), Serving Troy and its surrounding communities
Thursday, January 17, 2013
By Charles Sweeney
TROY — In a Rensselaer County courtroom Wednesday afternoon, dramatic eyewitness testimony fingered 22-year-old Shateek Lanier, who is on trial for attempted murder for a shooting last spring.
It was the most compelling testimony since 18-year-old victim Jarell Reid's account of being shot three times.
After a few brief questions, lead prosecutor Assistant District Attorney Michael Shanley went to the heart of the matter.
"Is the person you saw do the shooting here in the courtroom?" Shanley asked.
"Yes," replied D'Atia Willis, who'd been sitting only yards away on a friend's stoop that night.
"Can you point him out?"
"Right there," Willis said, leveling her gaze and pointing at Lanier, who sat motionless at the defense table.
Defense attorney Cheryl Coleman wasted no time attacking the witness.
Despite establishing earlier in the trial that 10th Street had suffered a power outage that night, Willis fended off Coleman's questions about her earlier Grand Jury testimony, in which she stated a streetlight was "shining all over his (Lanier's) face."
"I don't know nothing about that," she answered.
Willis also testified to hearing shots, seeing Lanier holding a gun and pointing it, then running inside her neighbor's house to call 911.
Just before her testimony, Willis' mother and a companion were ordered out of the courtroom by Judge Andrew Ceresia, who'd given the two women a warning about speaking out during the trial.
"You're welcome to observe, but you must remain silent and not disturb the proceedings," Ceresia said.
After a second outburst, court officers escorted the woman and a companion out and the trial resumed.
Earlier Wednesday, Troy Police Officer Martin Farciniti told the jury he arrived only minutes after the shooting, describing the 300 block of 10th Street as an "active, chaotic scene."
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Welcome to the Spice Lounge
Spice Lounge is a contemporary Indian restaurant serving Exquisite Asian Cuisine located in Oakengates, Telford near to the Oakengates theatre.
We offer a wide variety of unique dishes, which are prepared by our head chef who has over 22 years experience. When you have such an experience that's when you can be creative with a 10 ingredient SECRET RECIPE only served at Spice Lounge known as the Chef Specials!
Our chef is very well known around Telford for serving his beauty of mechanism craft in catering in many restaurants based in UK one of such is the well known Shimla Pinks in Birmingham. Even now COMPETITOR CHEFS seek his advice and oh yes, they definitely try digging information on his secret recipe.
We pride ourselves with the high standard in food and service we offer to our customers.
Well what more can be said about the Spice Lounge, if you have not yet tried us then why delay and wait more longer you are definitely MISSING out on a HIGH QUALITY serving Asian Cuisine.
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Chicken cooked with barbecued tomatoes, onions and peppers with a blend of mixed herbs and spices.
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Samsung has updated its mobile app, SMART CAMERA 2.0 for many of their new 2013 camera models, announced today at CES 2013. Available for iOS and Android, the upgraded app boasts new features like AutoShare, which sends photos from your digicam straight to your smart phone. Direct Link allows you to assign your favorite WiFi function to a single button. Remote Viewfinder allows you to use your smart phone as a camera display.
The Samsung WB800F features a large 16 megapixel BSI CMOS image sensor (great in low light conditions) and a super long 21x optical zoom lens. The camera is designed, in both still mode or during full 1080p HD video capture, to be control via the 3.0-inch touch screen / hybrid user interface -- basically, it's your choice as to whether you prefer the new, futuristic touch screen controls, or the classic five-way manual key. Speaking of manual, the WB800F also offers full P/S/A/M manual controls. Or, if you prefer, let one of SMART Mode's amazing pre-select settings to do all the hard work for you.
Samsung WB800F Features
- 16.3 MP BSI CMOS image sensor
- 21x optical zoom lens
- 3.0" Touchscreen LCD
- Full 1080p HD Video Capture
- Full Manual Modes (P/S/A/M)
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- SMART Mode
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- AllShare Play
- S/W Upgrade Notifier
Available in white, cobalt black, and red, the Samsung WB800F will be available early in 2013 with an MSRP of $299.99.
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The narrative
The narrative is the container for all the different stories we tell each other. Some of the stories are public, that the whole world knows, others are public to our social circles, others are considered private even though many people may know the story (it just isn't supposed to be spread to others), and some are just in our heads.
We are very sensitive to the narrative in all of its contexts. If someone tells us something that happened, based on the way that it is told, it becomes part of one or all of our stories. The way we treat people is based partially on our understanding of the stories we share in common in the narrative. Sometimes, a new twist in the narrative can change how we view all of the other stories in the narrative as well.
Our own personal narrative, which is part public and part private, determines a lot about how we interact with others. It is more difficult to interact with people who have conflicting stories in their narrative, without some required distance.
Each relationship has a shared narrative, the story of the two people. Friends, neighbors, co-workers, we all have the shared narrative, and we all obey according to how the narrative makes us out to be (which can be slightly different for each shared narrative in each relationship).
When something significant happens, there are cues to sync up the shared narrative about what happened. If there are disagreements, sometimes each person will consult others on the side to gain support for their version of the story, and gain confidence that even though the other person doesn't fully agree, that consensus says that this is what actually happened. And by sharing the story with others, your shared narrative with them also shifts, and the part of the story that happened in one relationship now has a bigger audience and therefore more weight.
Things can get ugly around here, if people become too attached to the narrative. People might talk bad about others behind their back in order to make them look better. Or people might try to force other people to agree to their version of the story by telling it over and over again until it becomes, by default, the "official" version of the story. Sometimes, the truth becomes obscured because one person or another didn't fight enough for that story to enter the narrative. At that point, it doesn't matter what happened, the narrative moves on, history is written, and the sub-narrative is shelved until someone tries to bring it back.
The narrative is fascinating to me. It's a way of viewing personality, stories, gossip, fear, passion, success, and failure that rings true with me these days. It's a shared story that has its own rules, rules outside of the rules of fairness or truth, and are more in line with the rules of entertainment, social hierarchy, and fun. And it's not all-powerful. I think truth is still a more powerful entity, it's just not always in the foreground. History, in a way, could be interpreted as an eternal battle between truth and the narrative.


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1.What perverted assholes say when they have said something supid and immature about a sexy and or busty girl.
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Find out what vaccinations you may need to check with the local hospital in the country you are going to be traveling to. There may be some special vaccinations you may need to get into the country. Fortunately, Thailand does not require any pre arrival vaccinations unless you are traveling in from Africa, then you will need a yellow fever shot. Malaria and Dengue fever do exist in Thailand, but not in the populated areas. If you plan on graveling into the remote areas of the country then by all means, get the vaccinations for these diseases. But as a precaution even in the populated areas wear insect repellant, just to be on the safe side. The pharmacies in Thailand are very well stocked so if you are on medications and run out, you can be assured that a pharmacy will have what you need. Thailand may also have your medication at a fraction of the price it would normally cost you.
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Xie Zhiliu (Chinese, 1910–1997)
Date: Datable to 1942–43Accession Number: 2005.411.45
Bird on a Branch
Date: 20th centuryAccession Number: 2005.411.68
Flowering Plant
Date: 20th centuryAccession Number: 2005.411.91
Flower Studies
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Table of Contents of "Xiyun Yumubian"
Date: 20th centuryAccession Number: 2005.411.256
Notes on Tang, Song and Yüan Paintings and Calligraphies
Date: ca. 1949Accession Number: 2005.411.257
Shitao Chronology and Excerpts from Miscellaneous Books
Date: 20th centuryAccession Number: 2005.411.255
Chronology of Four Yüan Masters
Date: 20th centuryAccession Number: 2005.411.259
Poetry Manuscript
Date: 20th centuryAccession Number: 2005.411.262
Poems and Notes on Painting
Date: Datable to 1938–45Accession Number: 2005.411.261
Notes on Paintings and Excerpts from Books
Date: 20th centuryAccession Number: 2005.411.260
"Hall of Fish Drinking from a Brook" (Yuyinxi Tang)
Zhang Dajing (Chinese, 1909–1984)
Date: Dated 1972Accession Number: 2005.411.320
"Spirited Old Man" (Zhuangmu Weng)
Gao Shixiong (Chinese, born 1921)
Date: Dated 1982Accession Number: 2005.411.279
"Hall of a Spirited Old Man" (Zhuangmu Tang)
Han Tianheng (Chinese, born 1940)
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"Xie, Zhiliu"
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"Lao ru linmu qi guo si"
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Wu Zijian (Chinese, born 1947)
Date: Dated 1985Accession Number: 2005.411.299
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Chen Shendao (Chinese, born 1947)
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Liu Yiwen (Chinese, born 1949)
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Zhang Wenkang (Chinese, born 1959)
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- The Rockets have won three consecutive road games against the Blazers. In those three games, Houston has hit exactly as many three-pointers as free throws (28).
- The Blazers are coming off a 103-86 victory against the Kings in which they hit 14 three-pointers. Only one Western Conference team (Mavericks, 16 vs. Bobcats on November 3) has hit more treys in a game this season.
- So far this season, the Rockets are averaging 29.0 three-point field goal attempts per game this season, which would be a new NBA record if they keep up this pace.
- The Blazers have already shot lower than 40 percent from the field on three occasions this season. Since the 2009-10 season, the Blazers have lost 37 of 41 games when they shoot lower than 40 percent from the field.
- Only one player (Kenneth Faried 54) has pulled down more offensive rebounds than J.J. Hickson (38) so far this season.
- So far this season, Omer Asik has pulled down at least 12 rebounds on six occasions -- tied (with Zach Randolph) for the most in the NBA.
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(AP) -- The Portland Trail Blazers aren't getting much bench production and their defense has to get better, but they're hard to beat when they're hitting from 3-point range.
The Houston Rockets found that out earlier this month.
Portland will try to avoid a fourth consecutive home loss Friday night when the Rockets open a three-game western swing.
It's still early, but the Trail Blazers (3-5) have to be concerned with a bench that's averaging a league-low 12.8 points. Their defense also has plenty of room for improvement, as their opponents are shooting 49.4 percent from the field.
Portland, though, has three of the NBA leaders in 3s made with Nicolas Batum (22), rookie Damian Lillard (20) and Wesley Matthews (18). Led by Lillard, who had team highs with five 3s and 22 points, the Trail Blazers hit a season-best 14 from long range in 27 attempts in Tuesday's 103-86 win at Sacramento.
Portland shot 32.2 percent (28 for 87) from beyond the arc while dropping its previous four contests. Ten of the 3s during that slide came in Saturday's 112-109 loss to San Antonio.
"This is a team that can make 3s. They take a lot of 3s (23.0 per game)," Kings coach Keith Smart said. "If they're hot and making shots, you're going to have a tough cover."
The Rockets' perimeter defense was lacking in a 95-85 overtime home loss to Portland on Nov. 3. The Trail Blazers were 10 of 24 from beyond the arc in that contest, with Batum hitting four and Lillard and Matthews going a combined 5 of 13 to help Portland end a four-game skid in this series.
The Trail Blazers, losers of three straight at home to the Rockets, haven't dropped four in a row at the Rose Garden since Feb. 6-16.
Houston (4-4) makes its first trip to Portland this season after Wednesday's 100-96 win over New Orleans capped off its 2-1 homestand. The Rockets, though, know they need to put together a more complete effort during this trip after the Hornets outscored them by 15 in the final 24 minutes.
"We can't keep getting these double-digit leads in the first half and give them away," forward Chandler Parsons said. "We've got to come out there in the third quarter with energy and not allow that."
The Rockets didn't look very energetic in the third quarter on Nov. 3 when they were outscored 27-18 en route to a home-opening defeat.
James Harden, who scored 24 points in that loss, might be looking forward to getting away for a few days. The Houston newcomer is averaging 33.3 points on 51.6 shooting in three road games compared to 22.2 points on 38.9 percent from the field at home.
The Rockets' bench could also play a crucial role during this trip. Houston's reserves finished with 32 points on Wednesday, with Marcus Morris (13) and Toney Douglas (12) doing the most damage.
Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge did plenty of damage in Houston earlier this month, finishing with a team-high 27 points and 11 rebounds.
J.J. Hickson had 12 boards for Portland in that game while Rockets center Omer Asik grabbed 15. Asik (12.9) and Hickson (11.9) are among the NBA rebounding leaders.
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O'Hauser Park
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Mostly flat with a mixture of open and wooded holes playing around a creek. Long tees play 8,7,3. Open all year; check bulletin board for league info. Mosquitoes in warmer weather - bring repellent. Fee. Very challenging Gold Tees to longest pins play 1,8,9 (with 4 holes over 500'!).
Course Established: 1992
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Hwy 41; exit #133 Winchester Rd. (Cty 11), west 1 mile to a right on Irish Rd. 0.7 miles to a left on O'Leary Rd.


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For additional information on any of these programs, please call (318) 673-6950. To apply for any of these programs, please click on the appropriate application link. Please note: These applications can NOT be submitted online. They must be printed and submitted to the police department. Reserve Officers are tasked with assisting the department in daily operations, emergencies, and special events. The Reserve Officer will meet the same basic requirements as police recruits and will receive specialized training in order to perform duties associated with those of regular line officers. The volunteer will attend classes and, upon completion of the academy, will be commissioned with the duties and powers of a full time police officer. The Reserve Officer will be asked to work no less than 20 hours per month and will be under the direct supervision of a regular line officer. Application for Reserve Officer Program Citizen's Police Academy
The Citizens' Police Academy was founded in 1991. It allows citizen's the opportunity to look into the internal values, philosophy, and operations of the Shreveport Police Department. Upon completion of the Citizens' Police Academy, the department would like the students to share their experiences with other citizens to improve the efficiency of law enforcement and to implement the Community Oriented Policing philosophy in their communities.
Class Schedules
The Citizens' Police Academy meets once a week on Thursday nights for ten weeks. Classes will meet from 6 pm to 9 pm, and requires a substantial commitment from the citizen. There is no cost for the program. The citizen must provide their own transportation to the different class locations. The citizen should dress casual, due to the practical police operations.
Dates: February 7, 2013 to April 11, 2013 Application Process
An interested citizen will need to fill out the attached application. A selection committee (Chief of Police and Area Captains) will select 20 nominees for each class. There will be two or more classes each year. Mail the application or deliver in person to the following address: Shreveport Police Department Guildlines
Been convicted of a felony or any offense that would be a felony if committed in Louisiana Application for Citizen's Police Academy
Basketball Camp for boys and girls, ages 6-13.
This four-day camp is always held in the second week of July from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants learn how
the game is played and learn offensive and defensive moves.
Other activities are held throughout the year as well. They include: Baseball Camp For additional information on any of these programs, please call Community Services at (318) 673-6950. Neighborhood WatchNeighborhood Watch is a crime prevention program that uses citizens, in cooperation with law enforcement, to reduce crime in their communities. It involves neighbors getting to know each other, taking the time to watch out for each other, and working together in a program of mutual assistance. Neighborhood Watch is an effective means of reducing residential burglaries. By participating in Neighborhood Watch, the homeowner will learn: Neighborhood Assistance TeamsEffective crime prevention techniques for home safety and security Each of the patrol areas has a Neighborhood Assistance Team (NAT) Member, who acts as a liaison between the neighborhoods in each area and members of the police department. You may visit or call your NAT member to discuss problems or concerns in your neighborhood. To find out who the NAT member is in your neighborhood, call 673-6950 Police Chaplains Shreveport Police Department Chaplains are clergy persons who have a passionate interest in the quality of life of our citizens and the specialized training for pastoral care in the volatile world of law enforcement. This pastoral care is offered to all people, regardless of race, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, creed, or religion. It is offered without cost and is regarded as confidential. The Police Chaplains are led in his or her own faith to be available and ready to serve those who are in need. The Chaplain's ministry provides a source of strength to the law enforcement officers and their families, other city employees, the community, and the incarcerated. Our Police Chaplains listen to and participate with the Shreveport Police in the workplace of law enforcement officers with empathy and experience, advising calmly in the most strained situations, and offering assistance when appropriate or requested.
Pastors On Patrol Police Pastors are a group of local clergy from a variety of religious denominations who ride on patrol with police officers. While on patrol, they provide comfort and counsel to the officers and the citizens they come in contact with. In many cases, their presence can diffuse hostile situations, especially if the pastors are working an area near their church home. These pastors are well known and respected in their neighborhoods and serve as liaisons between the police and citizens
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best sports bar in SF. Great beer selection. Great TV's. Great crowd!
The worst sports experience ever. This bar is a total disgrace. It is filled with posers that have no interest in the games on the TV. The bartender makes comments if you actually cheer for your team. The bathroom sink was overflowing with the former contents of a patrons stomach and the place is generally filthy. When I was there, locals rallied together and threw out a perfectly harmless fan for no good reason. Avoid this hell hole, there are many great sports bars in the city; this is not one of them.
My favorite SF Sports Bar. Green's is my favorite place to catch the March Madness Tourney, or watch college football when my home team is away. The staff is really friendly--particularly Shannon, the most patient cocktail waitress on the planet--and the environment is really chill. It's a favorite hang out for college sports, and they treat repeat customers really well. I have been watching sports there for the last ten years in part because of the great service. Even when things get hectic, the staff takes it with a smile.
Love love love this place. Friendly bartenders; way friendly fellow customers; everyone is hanging around and rooting for their teams and good naturedly heckling each other. Joy!
Great Times. Great place, good people, and hot waitresses! Everyone........just get out of their way when they have 16 beers on a tray.
Best Sports Bar in the City!. For those of you that have moved to SF and are dying to find a place where you can see your favorite hometown teams - look no further, Green's is the place to go. Not only do they offer every good game possible on HDTV, but just ask Serge (the owner) and he'll try and accommodate your strangest request (Iowa basketball anyone?). Plus, the staff is really friendly and the place is chill.
Better than home. This is a great place! I went to watch a game and ended up staying all day. It was so much fun! There are so many TVs- even a big screen with HD-couldn't believe it! It was better than home!
A Russian Hill hangout with an East Coast clientele and array of athletic paraphernalia.. In ShortThe interior's dark-wood paneling is covered with framed photos--from an autographed pic of boxing champ Marvin Hagler to vintage Sports Illustrated covers. A large stained-glass mural of a Giants baseball occupies the back wall. Though the space is small and can get packed, the double doors and large street window are typically kept open. Seating includes bar stools and seats at wooden tables near the entrance. A pool table and video games are near the back.
Greatest sf sports bar. I love this place. I am new to the city and this is the first place that I have been to that made me feel like this was home! This is a great place to watch a game! The energy in there makes you feel like you are at the game- best bar I have been to here!
It is what it is. Big, crowded loud, with lots of TVs on Russian Hill. Seriously, this place doesn't need a review - you could guess what it will be like from a mile away. Only reason I wrote this review is that there are several really poor bartenders there and it often takes an unreasonably long time to get a drink, seemingly because they don't feel like getting around to it.
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Do your business meetings make best use of valuable face-to-face time? Or do you feel frustrated by unproductive get-togethers? I am passionate about working with groups, and aim to turn their meetings into valuable forums where work gets done. I've outlined 10 questions below to help you prepare effectively
1. Do you need a meeting?
Many of the most wasteful meetings are ones where information is shared, but there's no distinct purpose or time for conversation. There must be clear outcomes, a minimum input of information and well-structured conversations.
2. What do you want to achieve?
Agendas are often made without a focus on outcomes. You need to be clear about the aims of the meeting.
3. Who needs to be there?
Make sure the critical experts and decision-makers are present and that bystanders and observers are minimised.
4. When is the best time?
Are there dates you should avoid? When are the deadlines for decisions from this meeting? When are you most likely to get key people there? What are the best timings on the day? Remember, you are unlikely to keep everyone happy.
5. Where is the best location?
This decision is usually based on getting people to the meeting and within a budget. But it is worth thinking about the environment you need. If you want a group to think strategically or be creative, then perhaps hold your meeting offsite.
6. Do you know expectations?
Meetings are often derailed because there are differences over what people want. Any time you spend before a gathering finding out what other people need is time well spent. This can involve speaking to key participants or emailing them.
7. What conversations are needed?
It is important to think about process as well as content here. What is usually prepared before meetings is the content to be discussed. But equally crucial is the process, or how you will hold those conversations.
8. How will decisions get made?
There are three types of decision-making in groups: decisions made by executives or experts; those based on a majority opinion; or consensus. Be clear about which method is appropriate for your meeting and clarify this with the group.
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It is useful to consider specific outputs from the meeting. Often lengthy minutes and reports are produced when all that was needed was a list of actions. If a plan is produced in a meeting using sticky notes on a timeline, then it is useful for documentation to look like this, even if it is put into an electronic format.
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agreed actions, there needs to be follow-up. At the most basic level, publishing agreements by email or on an intranet or internet site means people can find a record of their actions. It can also be important to have status checks to help keep things on track-these can be done virtually or face-to-face.
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Legendary San Diego coach to lead West squad in nationally televised all-star baseball game benefiting pediatric cancer
COLUMBUS, GA. – JULY 11, 2006 – Dennis Pugh, a legend in San Diego high school baseball, has been selected to coach the West squad for the Aflac All-American High School Baseball Classic.
The fourth annual Aflac Classic will showcase the country's top rising high school seniors in an East versus West match-up on Aug. 12 at San Diego State's Tony Gwynn Stadium. It will be broadcast live on FSN at noon Pacific time.
This past season was Pugh's last at Mission Bay High school, where the team finished 27-10. In his career, Pugh was selected San Diego Coach of the Year five times and has been named California Coach of the Year and National Coach of the Year twice each. Over his 34-year career coaching baseball, Pugh finished with a 629-198 record overall. The last 26 years of his career was at Mission Bay where he compiled a 602-192 record – including a 44-12 record in the postseason. His teams won the league championship 18 times, won eight CIF championships and made the championship finals 12 times.
"This is a great honor. A great way to my high school coaching career and I am looking forward to it," Pugh said, who left the high school ranks at the end of the season to become the first-ever baseball coach for NAIA Cal State San Marcos. "To do it in my hometown makes it even better."
As a part of Aflac's ongoing commitment to the fight against childhood cancer, all game proceeds are donated to the research and treatment of pediatric cancer. A combination of athletics and philanthropy, the Aflac All-American Baseball Classic successfully blends sporting excitement with charitable aid.
Since the game's inception, the event has raised nearly $200,000 for pediatric cancer. Proceeds from the 2006 Aflac All-American High School Baseball Classic will benefit San Diego's Children's Hospital and Health Center.
At Mission Bay, Pugh has coached former Aflac All-American Matt Bush, the No. 1 overall pick of the 2004 June draft by the San Diego Padres, and Henry Sanchez a supplemental first round pick in 2005. He will coach Francis Parker's Nick Noonan and one of his own players, Sequoyah Stonecipher, on this year's Aflac All-American West squad.
"Dennis Pugh's name is synonymous with outstanding high school baseball in San Diego and nationally," said Al Johnson, second vice president, Advertising and Branding at Aflac. "Quality baseball has been the hallmark of his teams, and we look forward to his participation in our game."
The Aflac All-American High School Baseball Classic is endorsed by many of the game's pillars, including Major League Baseball. Baseball legend Reggie Jackson will serve as the game's honorary chairman. Past honorary chairmen have been Baltimore Orioles great Cal Ripken – who served in that role the past two games – and Hall of Famer Stan Musial.
For three consecutive years, 29 Aflac All-Americans have been taken in the first round, including the No. 1 overall draft picks in 2004 and 2005. The 2006 draft saw 11 Aflac All-Americans drafted in the first round. Overall, 114 Aflac All-Americans have been drafted by Major League teams since the event began in 2003.
To learn more about the Aflac All-American High School Baseball Classic, or for more information about dates and stops on the official selection tour, visit www.aflacallamerican.com.
For more than 50 years, Aflac products have given policyholders the opportunity to direct cash where it is needed most when a life-interrupting medical event causes financial challenges. Aflac is the number one provider of guaranteed-renewable insurance in the United States and the number one insurance company in terms of individual insurance policies in force in Japan. Aflac's insurance products provide protection to more than 40 million people worldwide. Aflac has been included in Fortune magazine's listing of America's Most Admired Companies for six consecutive years and Forbes magazine's Platinum 400 List of America's Best Big Companies for five consecutive years. In January 2006, Aflac was included in Fortune magazine's list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America for the eighth consecutive year. Aflac was also included in Fortune magazine's list of the Top 50 Employers for Minorities in August 2005, and in September 2005, Aflac Japan was named the Life Insurance Company of the Year at the Asia Insurance Industry Awards, sponsored by the Asia Insurance Review. Aflac Incorporated is a Fortune 500 company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AFL. To find out more about Aflac, visit aflac.com.


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Martin SWOMGT Reviews4.6/5.0 based on 9 customer reviews
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Greg Dickinson
from Eastern PA September 12, 2011Music Background: Guitar Player since 1975 A really nice guitarA sweet sounding, nice looking and easy to hold guitar. When you get a new guitar home and open the case they usually smell like paint. This one smelled like Grandpa's wood shop. This is my first Martin and not the last.
from Portland, OR US May 27, 2011Music Background: Pro Musician, Recording Engineer. One of the best sounding OM out there!!Here's my simple review:1. It's bright, but not tiny like some T****r out there. Perfect for finger-picking. 2. It's warm, but not muddy like some Cedar top guitars. Perfect for strumming. 3. It's got good amount of bass, but not snappy like some G****n out there. Perfect for solo.
from Nixa Missouri December 24, 2010Music Background: beginner Greati bought this guitar for my wife when i retired a couple of years ago. Since i have started taking lessons and this is the easiest guitar to chord i have ever picked up. It almost plays its self.
the vickster
from Seattle WA USA April 23, 2009Music Background: Long time pro; teacher, player and collector. Whoda thunk?I got this guitar used at a great price in a trade situation so wasn't heavily invested and didn't have any great expectations. Later, after putting on new strings and sitting down with it for about an hour it dawned on me that this guitar was WAY better than anticipated. It caught me totally off guard. I wonder if they're all this good - if so they're the deal of the century! I will now be selling my '64 00-18 and keeping the SWOMGT - and the 00-18 is no slouch let me tell you! My only complaint is the cheap pixeled material used for the faux tortoise pickguard, but this can easily be switched out for something more elegant, which I intend to do - the guitar deserves it!
Paul J Feldman
from Florida January 21, 2009Music Background: I play semi porfessionally Blues, Rock, Pop, and Folk MArtins Best Sounding GuitarI had several Martins. A D-18, A D-28, and an Eric Clapton 000-28 which I recently replaced with the SWOMGT. Yes the EC 000-28 looked great, but it was not enjoyable to play. I was floored by the sound of the SWOMGT. Who would have know cherry wood was such an excellent tone wood. Plus you are helping the envirnment and saving trees. I did have the action lowered and replaced the nut bridge saddle and end pins with bone. I also had a fishman elipse blend installed and now its my go to guitar. Its light as a feather and the latalox fingerboard and bridge feels like ebony. I rosette is blue white and tortoise as is the head stock overlay, binding end strip and heel cap. Martin took no shortcuts with the construction of this guitar save for the satin finished sides and back. The cherry wood grain is gorgeous. the back is book matched and has beautiful grain. The case is the geib knock off by tkl with beautiful dark gree plush lining. You will not be dissapointed with this guitar and you will save a bundle and still have that great Martin sound. I highly recommend this guitar.
from Santa Barbara, CA February 24, 2008Music Background: Pro Musician Best for the moneyI have owned every type, brand, and shape of acoustic guitar--this one blew me away from the first time I played it. It has a great crisp sound, beautifully transparent when recording with it, and the volume is just right when singing along with it. The size is even perfect. All bass and treble are evened out in this guitar like no other before it--and for the price--a total no brainer.from New York April 18, 2013 Love it!So happy I got this guitar, the tone is beautiful, the guitar itself is beautiful, and it stays in tune great!
Jodi Jarrell
from Oak Hill, WV February 20, 2013Music Background: Hobbyist I love this guitar...I love this guitar. I've had it for two years. Very easy and beautiful to play finger style. Strums nicely too, as well as flat picking. Neck is smooth. Overall gorgeous. Case is fabulous too. Action is a bit high for me, so I'm thinking I'll have it adjusted at my local authorized repair shop. Otherwise, five stars. FYI - Changed to Elixir strings, but plan on going to D'Addario's as the Elixirs are too bright for my taste.from March 4, 2011 Not That Great..Thin..Thin..ThinI bought this guitar a week ago. It sounded nice for a few days then it went down hill. The guitar is very thin sounding and gets even thinner after the strings are a few days old. Now when I finger pick, the bass strings are very faint sounding on open notes and the high strings sound ....well....extremely thin. I'm not sure I'd buy this guitar if I had it to do over.Martin SWOMGT6-string Acoustic Guitar with Solid Spruce Top, Cherry Side and Back, and Hardshell Case |


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As an information technology supervisor at Pitzer College, Dennis Crowley had so much work to do last year that he finished 2011 without using nearly five of his paid vacation days.
"And to be frank, I was too busy to even realize I was losing time," he said.
Crowley's situation is not unusual. A survey by Harris Interactive found that by the end of 2012, Americans will leave an average of 9.2 days of vacation unused, up from 6.2 days last year.
Nearly 90% of respondents said they would take more leisure trips on their vacation if they had the time and money to do so, according to the survey of more than 2,000 U.S. adults, commissioned by the travel website Hotwire.
Hotwire has a self-interested reason for sharing the survey results: The site, which consumers can use to book trips, points out that vacationers can save money by traveling between Thanksgiving and Christmas.
During the gap between holidays, hotel rates are down 33% in Boston, 28% in San Francisco and 26% in Seattle compared with the peak summer travel season, Hotwire said.
Crowley has learned his lesson. He said he is keeping closer tabs on his vacation time this year. But instead of using his accrued days to travel, he said is spending more time with his children.
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Let's play catch-up! The last few weeks of Tech Circuit have been consumed with LegalTech-related news, analysis, and gossip. So let's cover some slightly-belated news:
>> BP Tech: The litigation over the 2010 explosion of BP's Deepwater Horizon, including suits filed by more than 116,000 individuals and businesses, has also generated some interesting uses of technology. In December, LTN wrote about how the trial team turned to iPads and apps to process a tsunami of documents, in Robyn Weisman's " iPads in Deepwater."
Meanwhile, IConect Development's Chief Business Officer Ian Campbell (pictured left) checked in to tell us that one of its hosting providers, Avansic, was chosen by the Plaintiffs' Steering Committee's e-discovery and litigation support consultants "to assist in defining the optimal litigation support and business processes." After evaluating "several legal review software platforms across multiple criteria," the company selected iConect and its iConect nXT platform to handle the complex workload, said Campbell. More than 300 reviewers, from 90 law firms, required access, he noted.
"The platform was used to publish the multi-district documents to the over 1,500 reviewers, attorneys, and regulators who were involved in the matter," explainedGail Marshall, iConect's Los Angeles-based manager, media relations and events. "These teams were able to quickly and securely access the documents," she said. "Case teams were able to customize their review and production processes, where applicable." The iConect platform helped users to share relevant documents and work products across case teams and law firms in a timely fashion, while protecting the defined privilege and confidentiality protocols, Marshall explained.
"We figure that were saving the printing of about half a trillion pieces of paper (according to Wikipedia, that would be about 250,000 tons)," Campbell told LTN. The selection process included meeting the committee's requirements for scalability, fast performance, a streamlined workflow management, and security protocols, as well as controlling review costs and providing strong support, he noted.
>>Politicos Alert: Thomson Reuters and CQ Roll Call have joined forces and are offering Washington Briefings to WestlawNext customers. It covers three legal practice areas securities, banking, and energy. The deal leverages CQ Roll Calls expertise in legislative and regulatory policy reporting, says TR.
>> Talent Task Matrix: The Electronic Discovery Reference Model ( http://www.edrm.net) has debuted its EDRM Talent Task Matrix diagram and spreadsheet. Developed by EDRMs Jobs Project Team, the tool helps hiring managers better understand the responsibilities associated with common e-discovery roles. The Matrix maps responsibilities to the EDRM framework, so e-discovery duties associated can be assigned to the appropriate parties. The development team was spearheaded by co-leaders Maria Montoya (pictured left), career services manager at Bryan University and W. Keith Tom, president of Wallace, White and Associates. Wade Peterson (pictured right) director of practice support at Bowman & Brooke led the development of the Matrix diagram.
>> Chris Gierymski, president of the National Docketing Association, checks in to announce that his group will hold its first annual conference at the Hotel Sax Chicago, on Sept. 13. It will feature educational sessions, networking, and a chance to check out the latest docketing and legal management products, services, and technology. The group was established in 2011, and provides support, training, and resources to professionals involved with docketing, including specialists, technical staff, secretaries, paralegals, administrators, support managers and attorneys in the public and private sectors, he notes.
>> New Job: Brian Von Hatten (pictured left) has joined Scott & Scott, as an associate. The firm focuses on intellectual property and technology law, and is based in Southlake, Texas. Von Hatten's practice focuses on complex IT issues for corporate clients, including network security, data privacy, IT procurement and outsourcing, and policy development. He previously worked as IT manager at Virbac Corp., and as a litigation attorney at Houston-based Hoover Kernell.
>> Green Network: It's SXSW (South by Southwest) time in Austin, the Santa Monica of Texas, and that always means cool press releases from the intersection of music, youth, and technology. The annual event runs from March 8 through 17th.
Here's an example. Geostellar chose the festival as the venue to announce its new Sustainable Energy Network. According to the website, Geostellar first helps you estimate the value of the sunlight hitting your rooftop. You type in your address and Geostellar shows you how much money youll save, how much energy youll generate, and how much carbon pollution youll prevent by installing a solar energy system. "If youre ready to go solar, well connect you directly with the most qualified solar installers in your area. Well also serve as your advocates throughout the process, helping you evaluate proposals, make the right decisions and select the financing option thats right for you." Sounds intriguing.
>> Paul Dooley, CEO of Matching Donors (a nonprofit organization that supports a website that helps those in need of a kidney to connect with potential donors), wants you to know that March is "National Kidney Month." Visit the website to see how his group is raising awareness about the need for more live donors to help the millions of people in the U.S. who need a transplant.
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PRI produces a number of training manuals and guides for people working within the criminal justice system.
PRI produces a number of reports outlining good practice and models for reform, also in collaboration with other organisations.
PRI produces a number of reports about the criminal justice system and those within it, also in collaboration with other organisations.
PRI produces an annual report covering the organisation's activities over the course of the year.
PRI has produced a series of briefings. These address the issues surrounding alternatives to the death penalty, health in prisons, and the particular circumstances of women in prisons.
Publications on PRI's website are available in Arabic, Bangla, Chinese, Farsi, French, Pashto, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish and Swahili.
This section provides an index of International Standards and Norms which relate specifically to penal reform.
PRI produces a regular bulletin covering criminal justice news and developments from around the world.
This section provides an index of documents, publications and reports relevant to PRI's current programme of work on the abolition of the death and implementation of human rights standards in criminal justice systems, particularly concerning the treatment of death row, life and long-term prisoners.