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Anyone have any idea as to when they will be opening up again? I know it's been a while since it has been. Seems like every time it's been open I mis it by just a couple days.
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Anyone have any idea as to when they will be opening up again? I know it's been a while since it has been. Seems like every time it's been open I mis it by just a couple days.
aye smae here - promise I wont even post nonsense, all I want is to be able to use the serach tool!
I think it opens in June or July of next year. It opened at that time this year. I didnt really sign up. I would rather be a lurker haha.
I was seriously just considering asking the same thing, but was afraid to because I figured the answer was out in the open or something, and I just couldn't find the thread announcing the date there. Evry time I lurk over there I find something I want to buy...So I need to join!
There used to be a thread in which the last summer's new membership dates were announced. It is deleted now (as far as I can tell). I am a member there, and I just PM'med Treadwell, a moderator over there about this. As soon as I get reply, I'll post the news.
I registered there last year, but I think I've visited maybe twice. I guess I should get over there more often.
Awsome! Thanks Chibi!
Ya, I was also registered there, many years back, but my account I'm sure was deleted due to inactivity. But now I'm dieing to get in, LOL.
No problem, Jodo. Treadwell PM'ed me back, and said that as he is now retired moderator, he is unaware of the dates. Ergo, I posted a question on the Technical Questions forum. Hope some other moderator with the knowledge chimes in.
Here is the thread;
Sheesh! Sorry guys! I did not think that the thread could be only read by members.. Sorry about that. Well, I'll have to check it for you, and get back to you as soon as I can..
Registering at the RPF is the worst thing I have ever done!! It has cost me has so much $$$. There are so many cool t-shirt & prop runs that these guys do, I am almost broke!!
Must stay away from the Junkyard....bad for the bank account! Must stay away from the Junkyard....
ah screw it I am off to http://www.therpf.com/forumdisplay.php?f=13
Ground_Trooper, you are teasing on the guys above. They are just dying to get in..
Jodo, can you remember your username over the RPF? I was told that no one has been culled for lack of activity. Maybe your registration can be refreshed..
Defstartrooper over RPF said this about new members;
"I think membership registration opens every 3 months or so, there's usually a thread announcing when it's open."
I hope a more definitive date will be brought up from someone. Still, if the last open registration date was late august, and they open it once per three months, I would wager that January is a happy month for many. Rest assured, if I see any indication or updates to my thread, I'll let you know.
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Seems to be more like every 6 months, there was registration last December and then in June.
I'm pretty sure that at least for the last two, a stickied announcement thread goes up in every subforum.
Yeah, a stickied announcement went up at least on the summer. I found the thread a month too late when Boomer asked about this the previous time. That thread is now deleted, but if they allow registration two times a year, the time should be up by any day now..
i wish i wouldn't have forgotten my password over there. the administration has been no help, i've had 5 RPF members try to help me out but the mods don't get back to them.
no hope of re-registering anytime soon either. it's just annoying
Man I would love to get on there...
I'm fairly certain it was Jodo or jodo, I checked the members list, and I don't see it. But I've got it wrote down in my passoword book as such, so I have no idea. (I've got the password and evrything...)
EDIT - I'm lurking there right now and I can honestly say I see about $3000 minimum worth of stuff on this one page alone that I would give someone's arm for.
Def going to keep an eye on this! I wante dto get in for awhile now but always miss it. Thanks for letting anyone intrestedin the know.
Synasp, a moderator at the RPF posted this on my query;
"Registration request noted. We'll lock a date and post."
So, I'd wager that there's going to be a happy surprise to many soon enough...
I'll make more noise when they hit us with more definitive information.
Awsome! Mabey then I'll have some Christmas money to spend, LOL!
Just thought that I'd chime in... As of yet, no affirmative date for new members on the RPF announcement forums, as well as others. I will keep checking this daily, and inform you guys if something comes up.. It seems that I was right on the January. Well, merry X-mas everyone..
thanks for keeping us posted.
No problem. I just hope I can help. Although I totally understand the policy on new memberships, as spam is the word on every forum...
Still it is unfortunately a burden for some proper (would be)members. I can only guess that the problem of spamming has been too great on Proptopia, as they no longer seem to allow anyone join.
That is just too bad, as the collective efforts on prop-related issues are being carried over several boards. It is a unfortunate that not everyone cannot join in, and share the normally, within the forums, free information. Still, this is totally understandable..
I just hope that all of you guys get in, and do more over there that I have done... And if my efforts contribute on that, my christmas is made..
Cheers, and let's hope for a nice surprise..
Still, that is all for updates for today. I have a date with a beautiful girl, and sorry, but she takes the place above you guys...
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TCF does the same thing with closing registration, but its because the nuggets over run the place and ignore common sence some times.
I've tried to join a few times before, but every time I get a message saying I was denied because my email service wasn't accepted. Apparently the email service that comes with my internet that I pay for isn't good enough for them. So I just said forget it...
aye wanted to join both TCF and RPF for ages
I feel so.... unwanted *waaaaah*
I suggest you guys get a throw away hotmail or whatever email address and use that for your registration, also use your same board name from here or where ever else and password so you dont forget jumping from forums too forums.
RPF isnt as family oriented as here but everyone over there puts together amazing stuff that you wont see anywhere else.
Not to mention endless amounts of information, much like this board, but in a much broader scale.
TCF??? Do I know nothing? What is the TC? Sorry, I just came from my date... What is TCF?
Why, only the most awsome BSG place ever.
registration is january 2 thru the 15th, just been posted over at the RPF.
Yeah, the full post is this;
"Registration is tentatively scheduled to open January 2nd until January 15th. The next window will not open for at least another three months.
Please let your friends and family know"
Thanks Wolverine Solo for posting. as for the rest of you, GET IN THERE!!!
oh wow TCF AND RPF here I COME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
thanks for heads up Jodo
aye - I am the same, Heatshock across all prop boards I use
been wanting to get some dress blues sorted for the longest time
*edit *
10min later.......... I got this back from TCF admin "Thank you Heatshock. Your registration has been successful. The administrator wishes to preview all new registered accounts before posting permissions are granted. The administrator has been notified of your registration" *
now I can spread my special kinda n00bness over there too?! wot was it u said Jodo? Spam freely across as many threads as possible? ;P
bwhahahahahha TCF today, RPF is 2 weeks, and in a months time..... THE WORLD!
mine mine MINE its alll mMINE! *wipes dribble of spit off corner of mouth*
thank you jodo and chibi - my sanity needed that
Last edited by Heatshock; Dec 20, 2008 at 2:10 PM.
Heatshock, you're quite welcome.. As well as anyone other who can finally get into the RPF.. I'm just glad that I could be of some help here..
Thanks a lot guys! I'll see you there.
Be sure to fill out the nugget introduction stuff over at TCF so I can welcome ya!
Oh and also, nuggets hafe to swab the decks with tooth brushes (if it weren't for a tooth brush shortage...) Muahahaha!
EDIT - Oh yeah, I can't wait to spread doom to the RPF.


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I had the pleasure of listening to Peter Gibbons, the EVP of Global Supply Chain Operations of Starbucks earlier today at the CSCMP Europe conference in Frankfurt.
Peter gave a great presentation entitled: "How influential is your supply chain?" He started his presentation with an amusing anecdote- which I'm sure many supply chain leaders could relate to.
He took the audience through what hypothetically the first week as the new supply chain boss consisted of; starting with getting the job offer on a Friday afternoon and celebrating with a glass of wine that evening at home. Monday, the new job starts and he is met by the Head of Sales, who mentions that as long as the right deliveries come in every day, then he will be fine. Tuesday, the CFO comes for a chat and asks that as supply chain is responsible for a huge percentage of company costs, if he could just reduce that cost a little he will go far. Wednesday the Head of Marketing simply asks that the supply chain is ready for and can fulfil any and all new product launches. Thursday, the HR Director comes to chat and wants to just ensure that all the people involved in the supply chain are well looked after. Friday is the turn of the CEO, who reminds him of their discussion during the job interview of designing a world class supply chain with best of breed ERP, WMS etc and that as long as he achieves all this then the future will be rosy. Friday evening comes along and he now needs a whole bottle of wine!
Peter gave the audience a few facts about the sheer size of Starbuck's supply chain. $5billion in procurement spend; 90,000 deliveries a week or 4.7 million a year and 2.5 million picks a day- and that's just the coffee supply chain, not to mention the spare parts, tables, mats etc.
The crux of the presentation was about the role of the supply chain leader in any business. There was a compelling argument as to why the supply chain department should not always say YES to everything asked of them by the business, nor to always say NO to everything asked of them. Instead Peter believes that the supply chain department should challenge and interrogate the business plan. It needs to feel empowered to ask the questions of the business plan, and find out if the company has all the facts necessary, rather than just building supply chain models as requested.
Peter then took the audience through the ingredients that make up supply chain success at Starbucks:
The number 1 purpose of Starbuck's supply chain is to 'expedite the growth of the business'. How can the supply chain team help Starbucks get to market quicker than others? Note the lack of mention of the status quo. In Starbucks, it is about growing the business successfully, and the supply chain needs to enable that as its number one priority.
The other ingredients highlighted were not, I believe, put in any order of greater or lesser importance. They were – Elevate supply chain performance (always doing it better); Inspire and develop talent (see the recent webinar featuring Greg Javor, SVP Global Logistics at Starbucks for more details on how they are doing this); Getting the supply chain team to feel comfortable as world class service providers; Leverage your influence – is your influence within the business as the supply chain leader delivering what the business actually needs to prosper.
Peter finished-up by asking whether people are successfully getting across to the rest of their businesses what the purpose of supply chain is. Supply chain leaders have to ensure that supply chain has the right sort of influence in their business to deliver exceptional results; supply chain leaders can increase their value to their companies by viewing their supply chains as solutions and real sources of business innovation.
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Boston Globe baseball writer Gordon Edes check in every Monday with his take on the Red Sox. Ask your question now, and come back next week to see if it was answered.
What do you think the Opening Day lineup will look like?
Mike, Providence
A: With a lefty, Randy Johnson, going for the Bombers, I think it will look like this:
Johnny Damon, CF
Edgar Renteria, SS
Manny Ramirez, LF
David Ortiz, DH
Kevin Millar, 1B
Jason Varitek, C
Jay Payton, RF
Bill Mueller, 3B
Mark Bellhorn, 2B
Payton, incidentally, is 8 for 37 (.216) against the Unit, with a homer and 6 RBIs.
Gordon ... simple question ... if need be, is it "legal" to trade a Rule 5 draft pick, such as Adam Stern?... I don't see the Sox trading Stern, but it was just a question that popped into my head ... Also, where do you see Roberto Petagine landing once he gets back? ... Thanks
Jim, Maine
A: No, Jim, you can't trade a Rule 5. You either keep him on your roster or offer him back to his original club. If the original club doesn't want him back, then you can do whatever you want. Petagine begins the season in Pawtucket, if he elects to accept a minor-league assignment.
Not sure if you heard, but a group of fifth- and sixth-graders in Acton are petitioning to have the Red Sox and Yankees shake hands before the home opener on April 11. Do you think there's any chance of them actually shaking hands?
Shawn, Sterling
A: Shawn, because it has gotten as much attention as it has, I suspect you'll see some kind of gesture made by the clubs ... but I'd be surprised if we saw something along the lines of what the Cards/Dodgers did after their series.
Assuming I understand the situation well enough, I believe the Red Sox have the most important potential free agent available after this year. Please tell me there is no way possible that Theo Epstein will leave the Sox, and if you have any information on his long term future with the team.
Rich, Manville, NJ
A: Rich, I don't think Theo is going anywhere ... unless the Democrats decide to draft him to run against Hillary for the 2008 nomination. Theo will be with the Sox for as long as he wants ... which I suspect will be until he becomes bored and ready for another challenge.
With Jay Payton tearing the cover off the baseball this spring, what do you see his role being this season? Can we really afford to only let this guy play against lefties?
Darren, Plymouth
A: Darren, Don't get too taken by spring training performances. Look at the way Dave McCarty tore it up in camp last spring. That said, I think Payton will be a valuable piece on this team, though I don't think his role will be any bigger than Gabe Kapler's was last season -- platoon in right field, spelling Johnny Damon and Manny Ramirez on other occasions. Terry Francona said that while he hopes to get Payton plenty of work, for him to get 400 ABs would mean someone got hurt along the way.
I felt Curt Schilling did a complete about face about the steroid issue in front of Congress by giving MLB's supposed numbers credence. Why is everyone ignoring such a contradiction of character?
Mike, Wallingford, Conn.
A: Mike, I don't think people ignored it. I think it was pointed out, and acknowledged by Schilling himself, that he pulled back significantly on his estimates of steroid use in the game. He said that he was mistaken on some of his previous estimates, and yes, he put himself in a position of defending the industry, more so than previously. A contradiction of character? I don't think it was a character issue, though I do think he disappointed some people by not being as outspoken a critic as he had been.
What are the odds of any of the former 2004 Sox making it to Fenway for the Opening Day ceremonies?
Holly, N. Kingstown, RI
A: Guys like Ellis Burks and Curtis Leskanic, who aren't currently playing, I would expect to be there. Guys with other clubs now, I'd be very surprised if they showed. The Sox will make a point of giving those players who come to town their moment, though; for example, I would expect Orlando Cabrera, when the Sox come to Anaheim, will be given his ring in a little pregame ceremony. They'll also make a point of flying around the country and delivering rings to other players who won't be coming to play the Sox, like Dave Roberts, although knowing the Sox, in Roberts' case they might make special arrangements to get him into town.
Obviously Bill Mueller is the starter at third this year, but any idea what the Sox have in mind for next year? Do you think that as long as Kevin Youkilis doesn't suffer any setbacks that they will pencil him in next year, or do they bring Mueller back?
Chris, Philadelphia
A: Chris, it probably depends in part on how Mueller performs this season and what he'll be looking for contractwise. The Sox won't want to bump him up significantly salarywise, so if Bill believes he can get more on the open market, he won't be back. Youkilis is by no means a lock to succeed him; the Sox have the option of trading for, or signing, another third baseman, and don't rule out the possibility the club will move Hanley Ramirez to another position, either third base or center field.
Which AL East team do you think will be better this year, Toronto or Baltimore? And do you think either could throw a wrench in the race between the Sox and Yankees?
Jason, Wellfleet
A: Jason, that's a good question. I guess I give the Orioles a bit of an edge, because the addition of Sammy Sosa, even a Sammy on the decline, pumps up an already impressive lineup (Tejada, Mora, Rafael Palmeiro, Javy Lopez). The Orioles played the Sox tough last season (10-9), but Sidney Ponson's offseason and spring have been a fiasco, and the O's pitching remains woefully suspect. The Blue Jays don't have Carlos Delgado's big bat, and it won't be till next year that J.P. Ricciardi is allowed to spend more money on payroll, but Jays are producing a steady stream of good young talent -- Vernon Wells, Orlando Hudson, Gabe Gross, Russ Adams -- that eventually will pay dividends. Not enough pitching here, either, though a healthy Roy Halladay will make a big difference. Really a coin flip who finishes higher in the standings.
Hey Gordon ... sorry to be filing space with another steroid question (as I think everyone is getting sick of them) but I keep wondering what happened with the first round of testing. Baseball said it tested a lot of the player during the first week of spring training. What were the results? Did anyone test positive? What is the time frame?
Chris, Philadelphia
A: Chris, the time frame is unclear. No results have been announced yet, but I would expect if someone tests positive, MLB won't sit on that result long -- to do so would invite more condemnation, which MLB can't afford. Bud Selig is hinting he may use the commissioner's "best interests of baseball'' powers to unilaterally impose a stronger testing program.
What are your thoughts on Hanley Ramirez? Do you foresee the Sox moving him to either 2nd or 3rd base in the near future? I know Bellhorn is only signed through this year and I think Mueller is as well. Do you see him sliding into one of those spots next year?
KC, New Jersey
A: KC, as I mentioned in a question above, I think CF or 3B may be a more likely destination for Hanley, who this spring reinforced all the good things you've ever heard about him. As for 2B, keep an eye on Dustin Pedroia, last June's No. 1 pick who already has been moved from short to second, and will play alongside Hanley in Portland.
No question, Gordon, just thanks for the fine piece on Dick Radatz. I was a teenager in reading those years, and we used to imitate his unique set-up and motion when we were out horsing around playing ball ... ball in hand, hand resting about belt high on his backside, bent over and peering in to the plate ... then step back with the left foot, rock forward and fire ... he was an easy guy to like ... I still can't believe Johnny Callison took him deep ... thanks for your story. Well done.
Rick, North Ogden, Utah
A: Hey Rick, thanks for the good word. Radatz left a lasting impression on many of us, and it really was a stunner when Callison beat him in the '64 All-Star Game with a home run.
Do you think Manny and Ortiz will both have great years again? No duo has been as productive as them since Gehrig and Ruth.
Matt, Pennsylvania
A: Matt, I'm not sure they've been the most prolific since Gehrig/Ruth .Mays/McCovey, McGwire/Canseco, Clemente/Stargell, Mantle/Maris come to mind for starters, Pujols/Rolen/Edmonds of more recent vintage, but yes, there is no reason to believe there will be any dropoff from Manny and David. They're both in the prime of their careers.


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Nurses Pinning Ceremony May 2 at 7 p.m. at Cokesbury UMC Knoxville
Baccalaureate Ceremony May 3 at 8 p.m. in Townsend Memorial Hall
Commencement Ceremony at May 4 at 9 a.m. on Wesley Commons Lawn
TWC to celebrate 156th Commencement
The highlight of the academic year, Tennessee Wesleyan College's 2013 Commencement ceremonies will be the college's 156th and will span three days and three events.
The celebration of academic achievement begins Thursday, May 2 at 7 p.m. when TWC's Fort Sanders Nursing Department hosts its Senior Convocation and Pinning Ceremony for more than 60 2013 nursing graduates. The ceremony will be held at Cokesbury United Methodist Church, located at 9908 Kingston Pike in Knoxville, Tenn.
Following Thursday's pinning ceremony is the college's Baccalaureate service which will be held Friday, May 3 at 8 p.m. in Townsend Memorial Hall at the Athens, Tenn., campus. This year's Baccalaureate sermon will be given by Reverend Joe Green, United Methodist Church District Superintendent for Cleveland, Tenn.
TWC's three-day celebration will conclude Saturday, May 4 at 9 a.m. when more than 200 graduates will walk across the stage at Commencement. The ceremony will be held on TWC's Wesley Commons Lawn and will honor the classes of 1953 and 1963 as Golden Anniversary Alumni. Saturday's Commencement speaker will be Congressman Chuck Fleischmann, who represents the 3rd District of Tennessee.
Baccalaureate Speaker Reverend Joe Green was appointed in June of 2012, by Bishop James Swanson of the Holston Conference of the United Methodist Church to serve as the Cleveland District Superintendent. The Cleveland District is comprised of 45 charges and 69 churches.Green is a native of Appalachia, Va., and for nearly four decades has served as a pastor in the Holston Conference of the United Methodist Church. This has included appointments in Georgia, Virginia, and Tennessee. His most recent appointments include serving at the Fort Oglethorpe (Ga.) UMC from 1980 to 1991 and, most recently, he served 17 years as Senior Minister at First UMC in Alcoa, Tennessee.
Rev. Green received his bachelor's degree from King College in Bristol, Tenn., before continuing on to attend Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Ky., where he completed his Master of Divinity.
Commencement speaker Congressman Chuck Fleischmann, a native of New York, is the U.S. Representative from the 3rd Congressional District of Tennessee, a district made up of 11 counties which include Anderson, Bradley, Campbell, Hamilton, McMinn, Monroe, Morgan, Polk, Roane, Scott and Union Counties.
Fleischmann received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at the University of Illinois where he also received both Phi Beta Kappa and Magna Cum Laude honors. He went on to earn his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the College of Law at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, Tenn.
Fleischmann founded a Chattanooga, Tenn., law firm, Fleischmann and Fleischmann, where he and his wife, Brenda, practiced law for 24 years. He is a former president of the Chattanooga Bar Association and former chairman of the Chattanooga Lawyers Pro Bono Committee.
Currently, Fleischmann serves on the Appropriations Committee. Within that committee, he serves on three subcommittees: Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies, Homeland Security, and the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies. He has also served on the board of the National Craniofacial Association and on the board of the Cherokee Area Council of Boy Scouts of America.
In the event of inclement weather, Saturday's Commencement will be moved to McMinn County High School's gymnasium and will begin at 10 a.m. An announcement will be posted on the college's website and Facebook page and updated through local radio stations.


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