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In the interest of further developing our already formidable sense of camaraderie here at PnT, here's a challenge:
What's your darkest secret as a Knicks fan?
Maybe the Celtics are your second favorite team. Maybe you think James Dolen is good at his job. Perhaps you think Isiah Thomas got a raw deal. What privately held opinion of yours would most outrage a sizable segment of the Knicks faithful? We all have secrets. So get yours off your chest in the comments below!
And in the spirit of Seth, let me say that this will be more fun if we keep it funny (though if anyone confesses that they secretly fancy the Nets, I'll have a hard time controlling myself...).
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Inter Milan needs three points from their visit to Parma and at halftime it doesn't look like they are going to get those three, let alone one. Dejan Stankovic nearly scored twice for Inter, once hitting the bar and another time forcing a good save Antonio Mirante, but that's all Inter have mustered. On the flip side, Parma looked organized and strong before getting a goal from Sebastian Giovinco that handed them a 1-0 halftime lead.
Cristian Zaccardo spent much of the first half deep on the pitch tending to his defensive duties, but in the 35 minute he finally got to get forward. He pushed up the right and played a good ball across the Inter box that found Francesco Modesto just beyond the far post. Modesto quickly played to Giovinco in the center and the striker put the ball past Julio Cesar for the lone goal of the first half.
Parma are every bit deserving of their lead as Stankovic's shots from distance have been the only thing resembling an Inter attack, while Parma have been calm and composed in going forward. What Parma will have to deal with though, is Wesley Sneijder coming off the bench, something he is almost sure to do.


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This Illuminations lesson demonstrates the birthday paradox, using it as a springboard into a unit on probability. Students use the TI-83 graphing calculator to run a Monte Carlo simulation with the birthday paradox and engage in a graphical analysis of the birthday-problem function.
Standard(s): [MA2013] (6) 25: Recognize a statistical question as one that anticipates variability in the data related to the question and accounts for it in the answers. [6-SP1][MA2013] (6) 26: Understand that a set of data collected to answer a statistical question has a distribution which can be described by its center, spread, and overall shape. [6-SP2][MA2013] (6) 27: Recognize that a measure of center for a numerical data set summarizes all of its values with a single number, while a measure of variation describes how its values vary with a single number. [6-SP3][MA2013] (6) 29: Summarize numerical data sets in relation to their context, such as by: [6-SP5][MA2013] (7) 17: Understand that statistics can be used to gain information about a population by examining a sample of the population; generalizations about a population from a sample are valid only if the sample is representative of that population. Understand that random sampling tends to produce representative samples and support valid inferences. [7-SP1][MA2013] (7) 18: Use data from a random sample to draw inferences about a population with an unknown characteristic of interest. Generate multiple samples (or simulated samples) of the same size to gauge the variation in estimates or predictions. [7-SP2][MA2013] (7) 21: Understand that the probability of a chance event is a number between 0 and 1 that expresses the likelihood of the event occurring. Larger numbers indicate greater likelihood. A probability near 0 indicates an unlikely event, a probability around 1/2 indicates an event that is neither unlikely nor likely, and a probability near 1 indicates a likely event. [7-SP5][MA2013] (7) 22: Approximate the probability of a chance event by collecting data on the chance process that produces it and observing its long-run relative frequency, and predict the approximate relative frequency given the probability. [7-SP6][MA2013] (7) 23: Develop a probability model and use it to find probabilities of events. Compare probabilities from a model to observed frequencies; if the agreement is not good, explain possible sources of the discrepancy. [7-SP7][MA2013] (7) 24: Find probabilities of compound events using organized lists, tables, tree diagrams, and simulation. [7-SP8][MA2013] AL2 (9-12) 46: (+) Use permutations and combinations to compute probabilities of compound events and solve problems. [S-CP9][MA2013] GEO (9-12) 42: (+) Use probabilities to make fair decisions (e.g., drawing by lots, using a random number generator). [S-MD6][MA2013] AL2 (9-12) 33: Write a function that describes a relationship between two quantities.* [F-BF1][MA2013] AL2 (9-12) 37: (+) Use probabilities to make fair decisions (e.g., drawing by lots, using a random number generator). [S-MD6][MA2013] PRE (9-12) 44: Understand statistics as a process for making inferences about population parameters based on a random sample from that population. [S-IC1][MA2013] PRE (9-12) 45: Decide if a specified model is consistent with results from a given data-generating process, e.g., using simulation. [S-IC2][MA2013] PRE (9-12) 46: Recognize the purposes of and differences among sample surveys, experiments, and observational studies; explain how randomization relates to each. [S-IC3][MA2013] PRE (9-12) 47: Use data from a sample survey to estimate a population mean or proportion; develop a margin of error through the use of simulation models for random sampling. [S-IC4][MA2013] ALT (9-12) 41: (+) Use probabilities to make fair decisions (e.g., drawing by lots, using a random number generator). [S-MD6][MA2013] DM1 (9-12) 12: Use combinatorial reasoning and counting techniques to solve application-based problems. (Alabama)[MA2013] PRE (9-12) 50: (+) Define a random variable for a quantity of interest by assigning a numerical value to each event in a sample space; graph the corresponding probability distribution using the same graphical displays as for data distributions. [S-MD1][MA2013] PRE (9-12) 51: (+) Calculate the expected value of a random variable; interpret it as the mean of the probability distribution. [S-MD2]


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Now if a naughty office girl wears pantyhose to work instead of her usual stockings, then I'm afraid she has to face the consequences. In her eyes it's the same material, and it adorns her sexy legs in the same way. But her Boss takes a rather dim view of such attire, because he has a serious stocking fetish. He recalls how it was written in the secretary's contract that she would be "advised" to wear black stockings to work everyday. But our slutty office babe seems not to have heeded this advice. Her business suit and miniskirt are OK, as is the upskirt peek of her white panties. But pantyhose will not do at all. The Boss likes easy access and, as much as he enjoys ripping open the material, he doesn't like to have his entrance to her pussy blocked when he needs to unload his executive stress.
Only one thing for it then. She'll have to be punished. Spanking would be a fitting punishment, but the Boss thinks she would enjoy that too much. So it is with a heavy heart that he has to bring out the masking tape. Strap her arms to the chair, gag her mouth, and pull the offending pantyhose down to her knees. That'll teach her…or will it?
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Here is an idea that you might try. You will need to research it yourself since it is your project. A spectrometer is a device that analyzes a sample's interaction with a spectrum of energies. An infrared spectrometer will analyze the sample's absorption of infrared energy of varying wavelengths. A 'visible' spectrometer will analyze the sample's absorption of visible light. This is accomplished using a rather expensive diffraction grating on commercial instruments. The source radiation (light bulb) contacts the diffraction grating and a rainbow is reflected off the surface. If either the grating's angle from the source to the sample is changed
the position of the sample and detector is moved, the radiation of a narrow band of colored visible light is allowed to strike the sample. The radiation passes through the sample and a fraction of it is absorbed. That fraction of the narrow band of colored visible light that is not absorbed passes through the sample and strikes the detector which converts the energy into either a voltage or a small current. The signal of the detector is recorded continuously as the narrow band of colored light is swept through the visible spectrum (violet to far red). The resulting absorption spectrum is
unique for each sample that has a visible absorption... another way of saying it's colored.
Like I said, the diffraction grating is rather expensive but you may find that a prism would work. Fix the prism on a bearig of some sort that has a pointer that points to a graduated scale... a good application for that (almost) useless protractor you aren't using anymore. Alternatively you could use a series of colored LED lamps. I would use three at evenly spaced points in the visible spectrum. One blue, one yellow and one red. You will need to research the wavelengths given off by each of these. You might want to throw in an IR LED as well (that is 'near infrared' to the spectroscopist). It is up to you to determine how to wire and power the thing. You will need to think about a sample holder and a sample 'cuvette'. Choose one that doesn't absorb in the frequency range you will span (no red or blue test tubes!). Alternatively you could use a series of filters... one red, yellow and blue, with a white LED. An array of photodiodes with a built in filter over each of the tiny pixel elements is termed a 'photodiode array'. (
You could also use your computer monitor. Write a program (you choose the language) to change the color of the screen from blue to deep red. In this case, the spectrometer will consist of a sample holder with an integrated detector (photoresistor). Place a sample of the solvent into the instrument and record the voltage produced when the screen if blue, yellow and red (or choose as many frequencies as you have the energy/stamina). Did I mention that you will need to hold this thing up against your monitor? Replace the blank sample with the actual sample and repeat the process. Record the voltages in an Excel spreadsheet. Subtract the voltage from the sample from the voltage of the blank and plot the result Voila! A crude visible spectrum.
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THE country's IT spend is the lowest in relative terms among a list of 30 countries studied by National Association of Software and Service Companies (Nasscom).
This, in turn, is leading to lower direct contributions to GDP and insignificant labour contributions to GDP, according to the Nasscom report. More revealing is the fact that in terms of domestic IT investment, India ranks lower than countries such as Colombia, Chile and Turkey, which otherwise figure nowhere in the global IT radar.
According to the findings of `Information Technology in the Economy of India' report, conducted by Sallstrom Consulting & Nathan Associates Inc and supported by Microsoft Corporation India, a mere 3.5 per cent of total economic capital in India is hardware and software. "This is the lowest vis-a-vis the average IT capital share of 5.7 per cent among the other eight countries that are underinvested in IT. While among the 21 economies identified as invested in IT, the average IT capital share is 23.9 per cent," said the report released by the Deputy Chairman, Planning Commission, Mr Montek Singh Ahluwalia.
The UK topped the list, followed by the US. Other countries evaluated include Ireland, Sweden, Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Austria, Spain, Poland, the Philippines, Argentina, Canada, Italy and France.
The report inferred that in economies invested in IT capital, a 10 per cent increase in IT capital increases GDP 3.6 per cent, while a 10 per cent increase in labour hours increases GDP four per cent. In contrast, in economies such as India that are underinvested in IT capital, a 10 per cent increase in IT capital increases GDP only 1.6 per cent; a 10 per cent increase in labour hours has no statistically significant impact on GDP. The conclusion as IT capital deepens in an economy, it adds more to GDP and labour becomes more productive.
In addition, the existing IT capital in India was not found to be widely dispersed. "One cost of being underinvested in IT capital is slower economic growth in India. Throughout economies invested in IT capital, IT industries (producing and using combined) contribute between 28 per cent and 57 per cent to real growth in GDP. More important, in most of these economies the contribution of IT using industries is stronger than the contribution of IT producing industries. Further, productivity in India is lower than three-fourths the average rate in other economies underinvested in IT. When examining the real GDP per capita, India lags behind China and Sri Lanka, but leads Bangladesh and Pakistan," the report said.
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The Tigers have finally parted ways with Adam Everett and called up Danny Worth to take his place on the roster. Worth will probably play as much as his productivity earns him, sharing time with Ramon Santiago at the shortstop position for the rest of the 2010 season in Detroit. But what does this mean for the long term future of the Tigers on the left side of the infield with Everett's departure and Brandon Inge's contract due to expire after this season? Here is a look at where the Tigers might go from here.
Danny Worth has been called up, and Adam Everett is gone. But is Worth the long term answer at shortstop? How much time will he play with Santiago, a lefty/ switch hitter, also on the roster? That's really up to Worth. He isn't being recalled to sit on the pine. This is a real life major league audition for a starting gig in 2011. Danny's numbers in Toledo were pretty good, and his numbers in limited time in Detroit were stellar. Unlike Sizemore, he didn't struggle adjusting to the pace of the game in the major leagues when he got his shot.
Worth is batting .287 with an OBP of .330, a pair of homers, 18 RBI and led the Hens with a dozen stolen bases. If he can keep his numbers in that range at SS while providing at least average defense, the Tigers are in for an upgrade at that position (which really isn't saying much). All the indications are that he has a chance to stick around. We'll find out sooner, rather than later what he's worth.
Brent Dlugach- Brent has been getting the bulk of the time at SS in Toledo this season, playing 41 of 57 games in the hole. See comments below regarding his lack of ability to make contact and get on base, add some mediocre defense at SS, and he doesn't look like much of an option. Maybe the Tigers will promote Ciriaco or Iorg and put them at SS or 3B in Toledo, otherwise, they figure to put Worth at SS and Rhymes or Sizemore at 3B with the other playing 2B. We'll know soon where they're going.
Cale Iorg- The player that DD said would be "an All Star in the majors sooner than people think" looks more like the next Adam Everett than he does a major leaguer. He's hitting barely above the Mendoza line, with a horrid .254 OBP, only 11 BB's in over 200 PA's, with 3 homers. Add ten errors- though not the greatest measure of defense- and there's just nothing to see, here.
Inge is hitting a mediocre .237 with an OBP barely at .300, and an OPS of .704. This follows three consecutive months hitting under .190 to finish off the 2009 season. His defense has fallen off also this season, with only 8 out of zone (OOZ) plays and an overall ranking of 4th in the league defensively. Fangraphs suggests that he's a little above replacement level, but below average among 3B. Jose Bautista is having a monster year in Toronto, and Jose Lopez is one to watch in Seattle in terms of 2010 and free agency this winter. But this isn't about free agent options.
A quick check of the Toledo stat sheet on the Mudhens website doesn't show any third baseman on the roster. There's a reason for that- there isn't one! Danny Worth was getting the bulk of the playing time at third, but he's now in Detroit as a shortstop. Wil Rhymes, a second baseman by trade and talent, and/ or Brent Dlugach, who has been the primary shortstop this year, could be filling in at the hot corner. Maybe Jeff Larish gets another shot at a position where he has at least some chance of cracking the Tiger lineup in the next five years or so, but he's been manning first base while Ryan Strieby is being converted into an outfielder.
Defensively, several options in Toledo look decent. But if you're looking for a bit of pop from this position, it's not there unless Larish is moved across the diamond. Rhymes has less than no power, although he is a contact hitter with speed that may have a shot at translating his modest numbers to the show. But at third base, he'd leave the team with no power in a position that traditionally provides some pop in the lineup. Dlugach is a K machine with modest pop for an infielder, but a sub .300 OBP and I think he'd struggle mightily at the plate in the major leagues because of his plate discipline and inability to make contact in AAA ball.
The best shot the Tigers have of filling this position internally (including extending Inge) is Larish, IMO. They probably aren't going there by the time all the dominoes fall, but Larish has a chance to hit in the majors, with some pop, and his defense has potential as well
Audy Ciriaco- was moved from SS to 3B, either because his D at shortstop wasn't so great (and it isn't) or because they haven't yet given up on Cale Iorg as a SS (they haven't). But Audy is hitting just .235 with ten errors in the field. He's on the 40 man roster, but one has to wonder why. He has walked just 5 times (that's FIVE) in 33 games, against 27 K's- translating to an OBP of just .261. Okay, so he's got a shed full of tools. That's why he was protected last November. No solution here.
So, where does that leave us? The Tigers are likely to make a move to replace Worth in Toledo, but that doesn't mean that the guy that gets promoted is any kind of an answer for the vacancies that are created by expiring contracts after the 2010 season. Worth has a shot at replacing Everett, but I would not be surprised if DD had to go shopping for two players for the left side of the infield after this season. I'm tempted now to go into a discussion about replacements for the vacancies that will be created by the departures of Damon and Laird, but I'll save that discussion for later.


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"Adding insult to injury?: While the Celtics have been praising Darius Miles, two NBA general managers said the Blazers have been bad-mouthing the free agent forward to potential suitors. "He can still play and he also hasn't played in two years, so you have to understand that he will get better," one NBA GM said. "Too bad Portland is putting out bad information that he is not a good kid. Anything and everything they can say bad they are. It's too bad. He's a nice kid with a bad injury who has fought back. Right now, he's still an NBA player and he's going to get better. He's going to improve. It will be a smart pick-up for someone." The Blazers declined comment on the accusation. When asked about Miles being waived by the Celtics, Blazers coach Nate McMillan said, "That situation, it's behind us. What he was doing in Boston, that's behind us. He's no longer with us."-Boston Globe
Normally I wouldn't put much stock in this, but it makes me uncomfortable that it's coming from a general manager. I would be very curious to know who's saying it. Could it possibly be coming from one of our future competitors in the West? Hopefully everything is cool with the Blazers and the Bobcats. I want to see Gerald Wallace in a Blazers uniform.
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Tigerville, S.C.—New head baseball coach Landon Powell has wasted little time hitting the recruiting trail. Powell pulled in his first commitment as Indian River Junior College transfer Shaquille Rolle has signed a National Letter of Intent to play baseball for the Crusaders. [+]
Tigerville, S.C.—The North Greenville baseball team got its newest head skipper on Friday morning, as president Jimmy Epting and athletic director Jan McDonald announced that former University of South Carolina standout, and retired major leaguer Landon Powell would take the reigns of the NGU baseball program. [+]
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The premier public sector bank has revised interest rates on its foreign currency non-resident (Banking) deposits with immediate effects.
The factor to watch out for is Consumer Price Index stabilising at 6%, or lower by next fiscal year.
"Under this scheme, the upper cap of loan amount has been placed at Rs 15 lakh for acquisition or construction of residential dwelling units."
The food inflation remaining over 8% mark will weigh heavily on the RBI, which has been maintaining that containing inflation is its top priority.
It was also decided during the meeting that computerised bills would be made available for Dwarka sub-city and Lok Nayakpuram by June 30.
The RBI may pause in its policy review meet in Aug, an HSBC report has said, adding that there is a possibility of a rate hike in the last quarter.
The Standard & Poor's 500 Index lost 8.17 points, or 0.4%, to 1,951.36 at 12:46 p.m. in New York, the third-biggest drop in the past month.
If we have a low fiscal deficit, moderate current account deficit and low inflation, people want to be here, says RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan.


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This beginner level exercise involves an ab crunch (or ab curl, if you're into Pilates) combined with a rotational movement of the shoulder. Experts recommend doing a back exercise routine every day -- this exercise can be included in your routine on some or all days.
Here's How:
- Lie supine (on your back). Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor. Try to keep your body in alignment. Your trunk and head should be in a straight line, and your heels should make an imaginary straight line from your sitting bones, which are located on the very bottom of your pelvis. Your arms should be down by your side.
- Tuck your chin in toward your chest slightly. This is a very small movement. It takes place at the joint where the head articulates with the the first bone of the neck, which is about at ear level.
If you overdo this movement, you'll involve more muscles and joints in your neck. This may cause neck strain or interfere with injury healing. Be careful not to power this movement. If you have a neck problem, you may need to skip this exercise. When in doubt, ask your doctor or physical therapist about it.
- Inhale. When you exhale, pull your stomach in tight. Repeat once or twice to warm up the muscles of your trunk.
- Inhale again. Exhale and curl your head, neck and left shoulder off the floor. Aim your left shoulder toward your right hip bone as you lift. (You won't actually get it anywhere near your hip; this instruction is just to help you find the direction you need to take your shoulder in to engage your obliques.)
- Stay up there for at least a count of 5. Keep breathing!
- Come back down slowly, as you exhale. Bring your shoulder back first, then your neck and finally your head.
- Lifting your head may cause neck pain, especially if you are not strong in your core. If the pain is too much, support your head with your hand, as shown in the picture. You can also take breaks to let your neck rest, and then try again. If you have a lot of back or neck pain, or if you've been diagnosed with a neck injury or condition, consult with your doctor or physical therapist before attempting this exercise on your own. This is especially true if your injury has not been stabilized, in other words, if you haven't gone for treatment.
- You'll get much more work for your obliques if you refrain from using your arms to push your head, neck and shoulder up. Overcome the inertia by using muscle power. Your back will thank you for it.
- If the exercise feels too easy, bend your elbow and place your hand behind your head, as shown in the accompanying photo. Try to keep your elbows wide, as that will add more challenge to the exercise. You can also fold your arms across your chest for a difficulty level that's between keeping your arms straight by your side and putting your hands behind your head.
- Respecting the details of the instructions -- moving in the sequence, not using your arms, etc. -- will result in a more challenging workout for your core muscles.
- Experts recommend doing back exercises every day for prevention and/or management. This beginner exercise is one way to work your oblique abdominals. There are others. Some are more challenging. Although you should always work at your level, you might consider rotating through a number of oblique strengtheners during the week, to keep things interesting. But you should include at least one oblique abdominal strengthening exercise everyday.
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The Greene County Sheriff's Office is making moves to upgrade its 911 call system. Tuesday night, the department is asking the board of supervisors to authorize submitting a grant application that could potentially bring in $150,000.
That money would potentially help the Greene County call center move into what's being called the "next generation" of 911 services. This request is part of an equipment replacement project. The sheriff's office says the current non-vendor supported system is technologically outdated. But upgrading the system will allow them to provide more efficient and rapid service.
The department wants to get to a place where they can accept video and text messages. If authorized, the grant application would be submitted to the state wireless board for $150,000, but it does require a local match.
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RALEIGH — North Carolina community colleges leaders have drawn up a new policy that would allow illegal immigrants into the two-year colleges.
The state Board of Community Colleges' policy committee on Thursday drafted rules that would admit undocumented immigrants if they graduated from a U.S. high school.
The newly drafted rules stipulate:
that immigrant students would have to pay out-of-state rates of about $7,000 a year.
that lawful U.S. residents would have priority for admission when classrooms are crowded.
Debate on the guidelines and a vote by the full community colleges board isn't expected until next month.
The country's third-largest community college system has changed its illegal immigrant admission policy four times since 2000.
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South Carolina won all five games this past week with non-conference wins vs. College of Charleston and Coastal Carolina and a three-game sweep of 20th ranked Tennessee. The Gamecocks are 24-3 and 6-3 in the SEC. The 6-3 record is tied for the best in the SEC with Alabama, Florida and Mississippi State through the first three weeks of the season.
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11:00am Friday 2nd November 2012 in Abingdon
ABINGDON sewage works has been given a £3m upgrade to increase the capacity of its storm tanks and improve the smell.
The increased capacity will allow for population growth and ensure that treated waste water flowing into the Thames remains at the necessary quality.
The plant, which serves more than 36,000 people, has also been given refurbished sludge holding tanks which have been fitted with odour controls, reducing the smell in the area.
Abingdon councillor Tony De Vere said: "All of these improvements are real wins for Abingdon.
"The extra storm water capacity and cleaner operation together with better quality discharges into the Thames makes this a great move by Thames Water."
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Say, I have a widget that gets a staticmap from google once in a while.
It gets cached to the phone main memory is what i noticed.
No problem, no problem at all.
In my case, I also wish to save a LOT of data to keys, whenever saving to disk is wanted.
What would happen when the disk is almost full? Would the phone clear its browsercache once
detected? Or would the app just crash, and should I add some way to detect low diskspace.
Just wondering, no rush to solve this.
Might come in handy someday.


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7/17/2014This definitely needs an update. Not at par with mac, ios and windows versions.
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Here is the solution guide for episode 7! (Attention: it doesn't provide you with the answers to increase your lov'o'meters with the boys you like the most.)
First: Melody is often found in the student council room
Hand out the invitations for Melody's pyjama party to two different girls and return to Melody.
As stated, you must give two invitation the girls in the high school.
- Kim - Violette
Then, go see Melody to validate the objective.
Wander around the school to find something to do.
Wander around the school until to find Violette Return to see her second time to unblock the next objective about the stuffed animal
Find the stuffed animal Violette lost in the school.
Violette's stuffed animal is found in the scenery. It's placement is random, you can find it in either of these three places:
- In the classroom - In the student council room - At the end of the hallway
/!\ Once you have found the stuffed animal you must run into Amber and her friends before giving it back to Violette.
Find a gift idea for Melody.
You must run into Iris who will talk about an album that might interest Melody. Next, you must go buy it in the Dollar shop. Once you have bought the album, you must return to the high school to unblock a new objective.
Go and buy the Chinese pyjama suit or the strawberry pyjama suit and return to school to unlock a new objective.
You must have in your closet either:
- the Chinese pyjama suit (top and bottom) - the strawberry pyjama suit (top and bottom)
If you have already bought it, you don't have do anything.
/!\ You only need to have them in your closet, you do not need to put them on.
Go back to the hallway to unblock a new objective.
Violette will come talk to you at this time.
-> Buy the stuffed animal • Buy the stuffed animal at the Dollar Shop • Go back to see Violette and tell her you bought it • Find Melody so she can take you to her house.
-> Do not buy the stuffed animal • Find Melody so she can take you to her house.
As stated above, Melody is often found in the student council room. Once you are at Melody's, go to the bathroom and then return to the bed room. Melody says she has forgotten the snacks in her locker. You must go back to the school to get them. Once at the school, you must, in the following order: - Go to the end of the hall - Talk to Nathaniel - Talk to Amber Buy something to eat from the store and return to school to unblock a new objective. Buy the snacks at the Dollar Shop and return to the end of the hallway, near the staircase. Then you will return to Melody's house. Now, you must put on the pyjamas you purchased to continue the story. Once the pyjama party is finished, return to the high school.. Talk to the boys about what you heard at the pyjama party. - Talk to Nathaniel - Talk to Castiel - You must talk to them before being able to talk to Lysander (Lysander is found at the end of the hallway near the staircase) Next, Amber will talk to you and you must find Nathaniel to unlock the next objective. Talk to Melody about Nathaniel. Melody has gone home, so Iris will give you the information. To advance you will have to ask Peggy to help to get into the teacher's lounge. You will talk to her several time before she decides to take you. Then find Nathaniel to finish the episode.


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Education: Attended Rogers High School, 3 Business Degrees from Spokane Falls Community College, and a CDA Child Development Associates.
Spouse: Shannon
Religion: Christian
Date of Birth: February 4th
I was born and raised in Spokane and I am raising a family of my own now. I enjoyed a wide range of involvement in local jobs and commerce and then discovered my passion for entrepreneurial endeavors. I have been a business owner in the 3rd District for 12 years. I have led a statewide effort to advocate for small businesses and families for the last two years. For the other issues and more information about my campaign or myself visit my website.
Please describe your top 5 priorities if elected to serve as the state representative for district three:
2/3rd Majority vote requirement on raising taxes – Washington's citizens have supported the 2/3rds requirement for almost 20 years. It has come under attack from people suing to have it ruled as unconstitutional. The voters want it and so I want to work towards making it part of the State Constitution, to ensure that the voters' decision will be upheld.
Grow and protect jobs – Washington needs to work towards becoming a more business friendly environment. This can be done by privatizing and reforming L&I, opening up the state borders for health care plans, reforming the B&O tax, and many other ways. We need to make it easier for businesses to start and move to Washington rather than driving them to other states.
Reduce onerous and unnecessary regulations – Many companies are struggling or closing under the weight of burdensome regulations. There is a need for some regulations but Washington's agencies have far exceeded the level necessary to protect and help its citizens.
Assure quality education – Washington needs to provide high quality education by offering various educational options, so that parents will have a choice for their children. Schools need localized control. The methods that work in Seattle are not the same as what works in Spokane. We need to empower teachers, parents and the community to be able to decide what extra materials the children in their area should learn.
Protect Spokane's vulnerable populations – Spokane needs to protect its vulnerable populations, like seniors and veterans. One of the ways to do this is prevent Washington from raiding the funds previously set aside for VA benefits and Social Security for the elderly. If you ignore the needs of the vulnerable in a community, society cannot function successfully.


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Brent Brookhouse: Last week we ran a Fight Fix in which Luke Thomas said that his pick for Fight of the Year was Eddie Alvarez vs. Michael Chandler. In the comments of that post a debate emerged with many readers saying that for a fight to truly be worthy of Fight of the Year it needs to take place on the biggest stage possible, meaning the UFC.
Does this line of thought hold any weight for you? Even if it isn't the ultimate determining factor, does a fight taking place in the UFC rather than Bellator/DREAM/whatever give it a slight bump over a fight of roughly the same quality?
Tim Burke: While I believe there has to be some significance to the bout, it doesn't necessarily deserve a boost if it's a UFC bout (or the main event of a UFC card). It shouldn't really be considered if it took place at Wild Bill's in Iowa, but it's shouldn't be looked down upon if it took place in Bellator or Dream. It all comes down to how people define a "fight of the year" though, and why people disagree on it all the time. Was Chandler/Alvarez better than Henderson/Shogun? No, I don't believe it was, and I don't believe I would feel any differently if it took place on a bigger stage. I just fundamentally disagree with Luke on this, regardless of the variables involved.
Fraser Coffeen: I wouldn't say it absolutely must be in the UFC, but to me the Fight of the Year does have some extra, intnigble factor beyond just being technically great. Something like Uno vs. Hansen (yep, diggin way into the past there!) may be a technical mavel, but for FOTY, I go with a bigger meaning fight. Why? Because to me, a great fight needs drama, and that drama comes from being invested in the fighters. Good example: I picked Tim Sylvia vs. Randy Couture for FOTY once, which I guess from a technical, back-and-forth standpoint actually wasn't THAT great of a fight - but it had the drama of Couture coming back to try and end the annoying reign of Sylvia, and that's what makes it special. I did love tht Bellator fight, but FOTY? Not for me.
Tim Burke: And that's where me and Fraser differ. I don't judge a fight based on how important it is or the repercussions of the outcome. I just it simply on what happened in the cage/ring. This has been a huge debate between myself and friends of mine, and has been raging for a long time. They thought Anderson Silva vs. Chael Sonnen was fight of the year in 2010 because of the significance and the comeback. Personally, I found the actual fight boring a lot of the time, so there's no way it was fight of the year for me. It didn't even make my top 5.
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Dallas Winston: MMA is MMA. However, as with everything else, the mega-exposure of the UFC will always carry more weight in significance. I think that's salient but not a requirement and, at the end of the day, people are going to choose whatever moved them most.
The Fight of the Year generally needs that heightened level of memorability or mystique that puts it in the unparalleled category. Chandler x Alvarez was a little more dramatic than Hendo x Shogun. It also delivered the pleasing finish, where the scoring of Hendo x Shogun dulls the luster a tad. My personal pick is Kongo x Barry, which is less "significant" than any of the other offerings.
Ben Thapa: I am generally with BeerMonster here: people get too wrapped up in the emotional side of fights and lose track of the technical skills, momentum shifts and heart that both fighters in a Fight of the Year bout display.
Pettis/Henderson was my 2010 Fight of the Year, with Silva/Sonnen and Santiago/Misaki being right behind. Despite these three all being five round title fights, only one of them took place in the UFC and that fight was perhaps the least entertaining of the three. The platform that is the UFC isn't the message, the fight is. I will forever cherish the WEC as a promotion that built itself up to a world-class level, yet it was the amazing fights that took place within its cages that made the WEC so great. The Showtime Kick capped off a legendary night, which was awesome, but the fight itself was a see-saw battle between two soon-to-be elite fighters. Santiago may not have a job with the UFC right now, but that title fight in Sengoku showcased his heart and he got the finish in the end.
I found Chandler/Alvarez to be very entertaining, but that second round in which neither fighter put forth much offense dims its luster in my eyes. Both fighters were missing punches, having their ground game stuffed and there wasn't the clear, crisp technical moments in that round that get the thrills going in my heart. The terrific comeback win by Chandler over the crisper boxing from Alvarez keeps this in my top three fights of the year for sure, but Henderson/Rua had the added benefit of not having a down round at all. Chandler/Alvarez is a fine, fine fight and I greatly look forwards to Bellator's lightweight fights in 2012, but I just can't give it the nod over Hendo/Shogun as the fight of the year.
I also hope nobody gets brain damage chasing that FOTN bonus. Entertaining us is terrific, but preserve your future career longevity, fighters...
David Castillo: I'd say that yes, absolutely a fight of the year needs to have people invested beyond the fight itself. That's precisely what makes the first viewing so special, and why a big fight with big implications that turns out great seems better than any other fight: because we've exhausted the possibilities, and history has primed our expectations. When those expectations are met and exceeded, like they were in Henderson/Rua fight, it just feelsdifferent. It feels special.
Chandler/Alvarez was a great fight, but there was nothing mysterious about it. We knew we'd get "two dogs going at it", as Rogan would say. But there's something to be said for a fight that leaves you interested after the action, and I can't say Chandler interests me while he's stuck in Bellator. Or at least as much as he could fighting in the UFC, for example. Where does he go moving forward? Don't get it twisted: Chandler's an awesome fighter, and I'll keep my eye on him.
But I'll only ever remember his performance: not the iconic reflections of it. And even then some of that fades, in part by assumptions of Chandler the fighter. He may not ever duplicate his performance, and it's even possible Alvarez wins his title back whereas Shogun and Rua were engaged in an outpouring of fists, and legacy. At least that's how I make sense of it. I personally don't feel like Chandler will be a mainstay at LW, whereras fights that were similar in profile, like Edgar/Griffin in 2007, or Henderson/Pettis in 2010 gave you the sense that the fighters involved would eventually grow to be icons themselves (admittedly, Griffin being a comical refutation of this, but who didn't think these guys were the future back then?). I'm rambling, and possibly off-topic, but I agree with Fraser.
KJ Gould: The size of the stage isn't relevant. Swap both fights around between Bellator and the UFC, Henderson vs Shogun is still better and I believe Luke Thomas' opinion is wrong.
While it can be fairly argued that the Chandler vs Alvarez fight had more on the line in terms of hypothetical divisional ranking, sometimes judging the quality of a fight has to include the build up to it, and not just the process or result. You can argue about the little details between the fights regarding refinement of technique or the capacity to endure, but for many Shogun vs Henderson offered a lot more. It was the rare culmination of two storied careers that some how had yet to include a fight between each other, and when their paths finally did cross in the cage, magic happened. So while Chandler remains undefeated, and beat the highest ranked non-UFC Lightweight in an upset performance, Shogun vs Henderson has the historical impact so few fights these days do.
Fraser Coffeen: Back to Tim - see, and Silva vs. Sonnen was totally my pick for FOTY last year. But then again, I'm one of those guys who still thinks Royce Gracie vs. Kazushi Sakuraba is the best MMA fight of all time, so that should tell you something about where I stand.
I guess for me, it just needs that story behind it to get me interested. I love hearing the stories of fights, and figuring out what makes these two men, fighting this night, so special. Like KJ said, Hendo vs. Shogun had massive history behind it, and delivered (and then some). I guess to me, without stories behind the fights, I just end up feeling a bit hollow.
T.P. Grant: My vote goes hendo/shogun because of all that went into that fight. Pride glory days, strikeforce champ vs former ufc champ, title contender possibly at stake, 5 round non-title fight.
And then it just blew the doors off the place.
A fight I want to mention just because I feel it was a fantastic fight that should be at least mentioned is Aldo/Hominick. Just a gutsy preformance from both guys.
Josh Nason: The stage and ability to actually see the fight totally are relevant. I could say I saw a FOTY candidate on a local event here in New England but unless there's some real steam behind it nationally, no one would consider it because of the limited nature. I think at minimum, a FOTY candidate has to take place in an organization where there's people to see it (UFC, S'force, Bellator) and even the organizations that run on HDNet. Let's be realistic though: people aren't looking past the Big Three for a FOTY these days and most will stick to the UFC because of the brand name.
Fraser Coffeen: I enjoy Bellator, really I do, but there is something about them that always feels so "minor leagues" to me that I can't put it alongside the UFC and SF. Personally, I'd be more likely to pick a Dream fight for FOTY over a Bellator fight.


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This tour encompasses the big 4 of eastern Europe - Berlin, Prague, Vienna and Budapest. Having two or three nights in each city will mean you have a chance to really discover the cities in depth. You'll also pop in to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, for lunch!
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This is Eastern Europe at its best! From Berlin to Warsaw, the history and beauty of each country will captivate the imagination. Additional stops in Dresden, a city devastated by fire bombing in World War II, Banska Bystrica in Slovakia and an unforgettable visit to the Auschwitz memorial all combine to make this a holiday with a distinct difference. Want to end your trip in Berlin? Feel free to jump on board the coach as it returns to Berlin.
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Earth vs. the Spider (2002) Horror Movie Review
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Quentin works as a security guard at a scientific research facility. But Quentin dreams of more. He wants to be more like the heroes in the comics he reads, particularly the Arachnid Avenger. The lab he works at just happens to be working with spiders. When unknown assailants break into the facility, Quentin allows himself to be injected with a spider serum.
Soon Quentin's life changes. He is stronger and more confident. He seems to be making inroads with the attractive woman next door. But the changes don't stop there. He begins to become monstrous but manages to hold onto a small level of control. Dan Aykroyd plays a cop who has lost his nerve. As he watches his wife fool around he tries to track the mysterious hero.
This was interesting. Flashes of comic books lent to the feel of the film but Quentin and the comic store guy seemed a little childish. The other guard's sympathy for the spider test subjects was also a little odd but it did seem to all fit together. There was of course a clip from the original (still a classic) and some good acting from Aykroyd. All in all it was a pretty fun little film that would appeal to monster and superhero fans.
About Earth vs. the Spider (2002)
Year: 2002
Starring: Dan Aykroyd, Devon Gummersall, Amelia Heinle, Theresa Russell, Christopher Cousins
Runtime: 90 minutes
Director: Scott Ziehl
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Taste of the Town: Restaurant owner taps into creative side at A Toda Madre
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GENEVA – The popular Bien Trucha restaurant has doubled its dining room seating since it opened six years ago in Geneva.
The restaurant grew so quickly that owner and creative director Rodrigo Cano said he no longer had time to experiment with new dishes in the kitchen. So, to get back into the kitchen, Cano last year opened A Toda Madre –Āa modern taqueria with a more flexible menu – next door to Bien Trucha.
"We wanted A Toda Madre to be more on the creative side, like a test kitchen with specials, not just tacos and margaritas," he said. "The menu hasn't changed much [at Bien Trucha]. That's why we started this – we want to keep creating. We believe in honest food, fresh food and good ingredients. That's been our philosophy since we opened."
A Toda Madre's food is experimental, as its drink selection. The restaurant's house cocktails are sorted into two categories: for the adventurous and for the conservatives.
Among the "adventurous" house specialty drinks is El Mole – a drink made with a type of alcohol called Macchu Pisco, lemon juice, an egg white, brown sugar, syrup and mole bitters.
Another drink – Las Hadas – is made with Exotico Reposado tequila, grilled pineapple, orange, pimento dram and habanero shrub cocktail bitters.
The "conservative" drink menu includes classic margaritas – made with Exotico Blanco tequila, lime, orange liqueur and the option to add cucumbers or strawberries – and mojitos – made with rum, mint and lime.
Cano said he grew up working in restaurants. He said he learned a lot about flavors when he befriended chef Patricio Sandoval of Mercadito Hospitality while attending college in New York. He said that's when he started experimenting with new dishes.
"We were always coming up with new ideas," he said. "That's how I developed my palate."
When it comes to food, Cano, who is from Mexico City, suggests that diners try their chalkboard specials, which feature the restaurant's latest kitchen creations. He said those specials typically include fresh seasonal ingredients, much like the dishes served by street vendors in Mexico.
Some past specials have included tlacoyos –Āa dish Cano said is common in smaller towns on the outskirts of Mexico City. The dish is served with corn maize stuffed with black beans, grilled cactus and is topped with an egg yolk. Another past special includes doraditas al cameron, which are fried tacos stuffed with shrimp cooked with garlic and olive oil, and topped with tomato, chipotle salsa, mixed cabbage, avocado and citrus.
"Real Mexican cuisine is going with what's fresh for the season," Cano said. "It's not something you're going to find on the menu or anywhere around. It's not a special price or a special deal – it's a special dish."
• A Toda Madre is located at 416 W. State St. in Geneva. For information, call 630-845-3015.
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Dr. Patton received her PhD in Counseling Psychology from Gannon University, and completed her MS in Educational Psychology from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Dr. Patton is the liaison between the Counseling Center and the Athletic Department, and the Advisor for the Peer Educator Program. Her focus is on empowering students to make healthy choices.
Dr. Smith is a licensed psychologist and Director of the Counseling Center. She completed her Ph.D. in clinical psychology at Michigan State University, and MA in clinical psychology from George Mason University. Dr. Smith's focus is helping students develop their strengths in a manner that allows them to define their direction and overcome obstacles. In addition to directing the Counseling Center, Dr. Smith is the administrator of the Cohen Student Health Center and the wellness initiative.
Michelle Tobin, LCSW is a full-time therapist and adjunct professor in Human Growth and Development at Mercyhurst. She holds a B.A. in history from the University of Michigan, and two masters degrees from Loyola University, Chicago in pastoral studies and social work. Michelle's focus is helping young adults discern and choose healthy choices for mind, body, and spirit throughout her career in both ministry and social work.
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Washington Strong Night at the Peoria Chiefs is on May 17th! This event will mark the 6 month anniversary of rebuilding Washington.
The Washington Good Neighbor Days take place on Wednesday, May 28th through Sunday, June 1st!
The event takes place behind John Bearce Companies on Business US Route 24 in Washington.
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Second Annual Gospel Sing
The Rushville Parks Department will sponsor the Second Annual Gospel Sing beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday at Rushville Riverside Park Amphitheater. This year's Gospel Sing will honor the military, first responders and the medical field. Many local and regional singers and musicians will be featured. Bring picnic baskets, lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening of Gospel Sing. Free and open to the public. Information: Rushville Park Department at 932-4146.
Faith Baptist Church
Steve Smith will conclude the 12 week Sunday school series on "The Seven Deadly Stresses," with the last chapter on "Envy and the Musculoskeletal System" at 9:30 a.m. Dr. Bob Taylor will present the morning worship service at 10:30 a.m. and the afternoon service will be at 12:45 p.m. The weekly pitch-in lunch will be held at noon in the fellowship hall.
Upcoming events include:
Sept. 12 Ð Good News Clubs at Morristown Elementary immediately after school. For more information, contact the school office or call the church at (765) 763-7657.
Sept. 22 Ð A free seminar begins called the Creation Evidence Expo at 1 p.m. at the Life Center of Southport, 4002 E. Southport Road, Indianapolis. This year the Expo will include a live debate between Dr. Robert Martin (evolutionist) and Dr. Jay Wile (creationist) at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 26.
Online sermons are available at the church website: www.fbcmorristown.org.
First Southern Baptist Church
First Southern Baptist Church will celebrate its annual homecoming on Sunday, Sept. 9. This marks the 59th year of ministry for the church as it continues a rich heritage of biblical teaching, preaching and gospel music. The church extends an invitation to the community to join the celebration beginning at 9:30 a.m. for Bible study, followed by worship service at 10:30 a.m.
The Highlights from Cincinnati, Ohio, will be the featured music group in the morning and Bro. Kevin Cain, an evangelist from Cincinnati will preach the message. At noon, a dinner will be served in the church's fellowship hall.
The celebration will continue at 1:30 p.m. as The Highlights will minister in music in the afternoon along with other singers and musicians in and around the community. Should you have any questions, please contact the church at 765-932-2471. Hope to see You there!
Main Street Christian Church
This Sunday, Sept. 9, Main Street Christian Church's Enthusiasm Team will kick-off the fall Christian Education year with the sponsorship of a breakfast. The breakfast will be held at 9:30 a.m. between the 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services. The hot breakfast will be held in the church's downstairs dining hall.
Pastor Sam's morning message at both services,"Hearing God: Step 1--Listen "explores our first step in hearing God's direction or our lives."
The J.Y.F. (Junior Youth Fellowship) for youth in grades three through six will hold a kick-off outting to Whitwater State Park Beach this Sunday afternoon. The group will gather at Main Street Christian Church parking lot at 1 p.m. and will return at 7 p.m. The afternoon will involve swimming, a cookout and games. Parents will need to sign a permission form before living. Youth are asked to bring their swim suits and towels. JYF
will be held every other week with the first set session from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Sunday evening, Sept. 23, at Main Street Christian Church.
SNL (Sunday Night Live), for grades seven through twelve, will have their first session at Main Street Christian Church at 5:30 pm-7:00 on Sunday, Sept. 16.
The congregation has set their annual Fish Fry from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29. This year's Fish Fry will be held at Main Street Christian Church dinning room and it will benefit the church's Window Fund. Also during the Fish Fry, a Flea Market will be held concurrently in the church's parking lot. Proceeds from the Flea Market will support the church's Manna Mission, a free community dinner held the last Tuesday evening of the month.
The public is invited attend all services and events.
Plum Creek Christian Church
"Unstoppable Joy"
Do we really believe that the Bible applies to us? Philippians 4:2 is talking about fellow believers who could not agree. Paul was not afraid to address this issue. He knew more harm than good would come from relational problems within the church. We should not be foolish enough to think this situation does not happen in churches today. Paul shows the importance of meeting these problems that arise head-on. If not they have the potential to destroy. Do not let anything hinder your relationship with Jesus. Jesus wants us to reconcile and be in prayer for the person we disagree with. When we are on our knees our burdens don't seem as heavy. Is God convicting you to make amends with someone in your church or family? God disciplines us for our own good so we can grow and mature. Paul urges us to remain joyful by thinking about the right things. Try thinking about positive instead of focusing on the negative. When we are living in line with the teaching of Jesus we won't be so focused on others shortcomings. Listen to the words of Paul, "Rejoice, again I will say rejoice! As Christians we have much to be joyful about. Jesus is preparing a place for us in heaven! Let's do our best to bring others with us. We don't want arguments to prevent people from knowing Jesus. Visit with us this Sunday where we strive to be the church God intends us to be. We pray our joy will be contagious!
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This quote is encouraging: "It is one of Jonas Gustavsson's most prized possessions, a Borje Salming blue-and-white jersey that he has owned for 'about 15 years'." This quote is not: "Leafs goalie coach Corey Hirsch has been in contact with Farjestad officials concerning Gustavsson." DON'T YOU EVEN LOOK AT HIS FACE HIRSCH. DO YOU HEAR ME?


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SHINee's One Fine Day is just so full of Minkey. It's like Minkey ver. of Hello Baby (You have to agree, Hello Baby was full of Jongyu and Jongkey……)
Like, how Key reacts when he hears Minho's voice and how MInho said they're so different when they go shopping, it's basically Key shopping and Minho is just waiting and complaining like a typical boyfriend.
And it looked like they were having so much fun skating lol. I wonder what the British people were thinking when they saw them….two guys skating together in the middle of couple-crowed skating rink. :D
……….LOL. THE GIRLS. (It's like a scene from a fanfiction. Minkey enjoying their date and someone comes and interrupting their date. And Key gets jealous and blah blah….*dies*)
P.S. Minkey need to realize that they don't suck at singing. Key improved so much even compared to the last mini album 'Sherlock' and Minho is doing great job of supporting other members with his voice. ( Like the song Hitchhiking? That was pretty high…..)
I just realized how Key smiled the most when he was with Minho in London.