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960 acres San Saba, TX960.00 acres CR 350, San Saba, TX 76877- San Saba County
Type: Acreage
PRICE REDUCED!!! This working ranch is 960± acres of prime ranching and recreational land located in the hills of SW San Saba County just ½ mile from the beautiful, clear-running San Saba River. There is an older 3/1 home with a good well. This property has been on a wildlife management program for the past 6 years. With 3 stock tanks & excellent tree cover of oak, post oak, mesquite & cedar it provides a wonderful habitat for wildlife. You have a choice of several building sites with spectacular panoramic views. The ranch is fenced & cross fenced. Well cared for, this ranch has been in the same family for approx. 100 years. Make it a part of your family for the next 100 years. Seller will consider dividing. $2995 PER ACRE!
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40 acres Burnet, TX40.00 acres Burnet, TX- Burnet County
Type: Acreage
Prime real estate situated approx. 9 miles N.of Burnet. Approx.1200ft of highway 281 frontage. Property is one pasture with net fencing on 3 sides. Stock tank located on the back fence line. Small seasonal creek crosses the property.
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60 acres Burnet, TX60.00 acres Burnet, TX- Burnet County
Type: Acreage
Inside Burnet, Texas city limits. Has approx 1,000ft frontage on Hwy 29. Platted with access from 2 ends. Ideal for commercial or residential development. Seller will divide.
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0.62 acres San Saba, TX0.62 acres 302 North Cherokee, San Saba, TX 76877- San Saba County
Type: Residential 4 Beds | 2 Baths | 2050 SqFt
This lovely 4/2 prairie style home was built in 1912 & sits on 0.62 acres, spanning from Cherokee Street to Liveoak Street. This historic home (2050 sq. ft. per owner) retains the look of it's early 1900's construction while the interior has been remodeled. Eleven pecan trees grace the tract + an ancient oak tree. The gallery porch invites you to sit outside & sip your favorite drink. The spacious entry is large enough to double as a den. The oak floors lead into all the bedrooms as well as the hall bath. A few steps and you are in the great room – a wonderful space combining kitchen, living & dining areas. The updated kitchen has custom cabinetry & a delightful island that also serves as a breakfast bar. You'll enjoy the freshnes
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19.01 acres San Saba, TX19.01 acres San Saba County, San Saba, TX 76877- San Saba County
Type: River House 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 640 SqFt
REDUCED AGAIN!!!!! MOTIVATED SELLER!!!! 19.01+/-ac with wonderful views, has a 1b/1b cabin, with additional room for more beds in loft area, has 1600 gal.water storage, has electricity in place, as well as running water in cabin, has bunkhouse for extra room and guests,has Colorado River frontage with 1 ac on the Colorado River. good fences, good hunting,a 10 point buck was harvested for this place last year. 3 deer stands and 3 deer feeders convey with property. Very nice small acreage with lots of amenities and nice cabin. all items in the cabin and bunkhouse convey with property including furniture, linens, dishes,etc. Owner will take personal property. Remote area,private, peaceful and ready to move in. Call Lana Ketchum,cell, 325-
Pete Sloan Sloan & Company Real Estate
0.3 acres San Saba, TX0.30 acres 307 S High, San Saba, TX 76877- San Saba County
Type: Residential 3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1650 SqFt
$2500 decorating allowance with full price offer. Currently zoned residential, but suitable to be re-zoned to commercial. This lovely home has been remodeled in fall 2008. A 3-bedroom/2-bath home, it sits on a corner lot shaded by massive oak trees both front and back. Kitchen & bathrooms have been redone with tile floors & all fixtures have been replaced. New Kitchen appliances were installed in October 08. There are hardwood floors throughout the rest of the home. A large living room has triple windows that frame the two large oak trees in the front yard. Just off the living room and open to the kitchen is a formal dining room with double windows which also face the front. The spacious master bedroom has a large walk-in closet off th
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0.35 acres San Saba, TX0.35 acres 1202 W Commerce, San Saba, TX 76877- San Saba County
Type: Residential 4 Beds | 2 Baths | 1608 SqFt
Built in 1915, this 4 bedroom/2 bath 1 1/2 story home is on a large 128' X 120' lot and has the potential to be a real showplace. There is a covered porch that wraps around 2 sides of this stately home, a small attached deck, and an attached 2 car garage. The kitchen has been refinished and the refrigerator and stove convey. Some space heaters and a/c window units also remain with the property. Double paned windows have replaced most of the windows in the home as renovations continue. More pictures will be posted as they become available. Call Les at 325.372.1441 for an appointment to view this property. Seller financing is available with 10% down, 5% interest for a term of 15 years.
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13.46 acres Cherokee, TX13.46 acres Cherokee, TX- San Saba County
Type: Acreage w/House
13.46 +/- acres located on Hwy 16 with 300ft of highway frontage at Cherokee, has 200 ft well, large barn, shed, well house, fruit trees, Mobile home, 3 bedroom,2 bath with large basement,attached 2 car carport with metal roof, coastal and native grasses, crossed fenced. JUST REDUCED!!!!!!!Motivated Seller
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0.17 acres San Saba, TX0.17 acres San Saba, TX- San Saba County
Type: Residential
A small foyer leads you into this nice 3/2, brick home. The living room has a cove ceiling & floor to ceiling brick fireplace. A breakfast bar separates the kitchen from a bay window area which will accommodate a small table for 2. There is a separate dining room large enough for a table for 6 & sideboard or buffet. The master bedroom also has a cove ceiling & walk-in closet. Master bedroom & one of the other bedrooms have private access to a covered patio off the back of the home. There are ceiling fans in all 3 bedrooms, living room and the kitchen/breakfast nook. The home has a 2-car, front entry garage and all the kitchen appliances + washer & dryer will remain with the property.
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9.01 acres San Saba, TX9.01 acres Horseshoe Bend, San Saba, TX- San Saba County
Type: Acreage w/House
9.01 ac near Colorado River. Panoramic views. Charming cabin with all the hard work already been done. Cabin is livable as is; while you apply the finishing touches of your own(such as dry wall, paint and fixtures). Electricity, septic, and 550 gal. water storage system already in place. Cabin has central hv/ac. 1 bedroom and 1 bath with loft for added beds. 18 miles north of San Saba in San Saba County. Abundance of wildlife, secluded and quiet!! A perfect retreat!
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The Scandinavian with 3...Qd6 could just as well be called "The Tiviakov System". The grandmaster who was born in Russia and who now has an ELO-rating of 2623 has been working with this plan for many years and has successfully employed it against 1.e4-players of all calibres, both against weaker title-holders and also against World Champion Vishy Anand. On his new DVD Sergei Tiviakov shows you everything you need to know in order to be able to play 3...Qd6 yourself at once. Because he not only presents you with all the important variations and plans for Black but at the same time he does not omit a single one of White's possible side variations on move 3. And the DVD comes with a special sweetener, namely a collection of all the author's games with the Scandinavian, including many which had absolutely not been published until now.
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Born in Krasnodar (Soviet Union), Sergei Tiviakov was a member of the Smyslov school and gained the titles of World Youth Champion at U16 and U18 levels. 1994 he represented Russia in the Chess Olympiads. Since 1997 Tiviakov has been living in Groningen (Netherlands). With his new home country he won the title in the European Teams Championships in both 2001 and 2005 and was victorious in the championship of the Netherlands in 2006 and 2007.
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text: Digital Photography 1, 2, 3 Revised & Updated: Taking & Printing Great Pictures (A Lark Photography Book) : This is exactly what photographers venturing into the digital world for the first time have been looking for: an easy-to-follow, well-illustrated manual that shows them how to take great photographs. PCPhoto founding editor Rob Sheppard is the perfect guide, and this revised and updated volume is the beginner's must-have book. In simple language, Sheppard explains the advantages of digital and covers the most important new technology (such as smile and blink recognition, image stabilization, higher megapixel sensors, and more). He offers invaluable information on shooting techniques, cameras, printers, and accessories; and expertly unravels the confusion over formats and file sizes, lens conversion factors, media cards, downloading pictures, and the basics of getting a good print. This is simply indispensable for any digital camera or inkjet printer owner.


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The administration is changing its contraception rules for religiously affiliated organizations under so-called Obamacare.
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Facing multiple lawsuits, the Department of Health and Human Services proposes new rules on contraception coverage by church run non-profit organizations. The administration says the new rules provide an accommodation allowing employees of these groups separate contraceptive coverage at no cost to the religious organization. Those that are self-insured or student plans would be able to put off that coverage to a third party. The new rules also contain a new definition of what groups qualify as a "religious employer".
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"This policy delivers on the promise of women having access to birth control without co-pays no matter where they work. Of course, we are reviewing the technical aspects of this proposal, but the principle is clear and consistent. This policy makes it clear that your boss does not get to decide whether you can have birth control.
"Birth control is a basic and essential component of women's preventive health care. Women have been fighting for access to birth control for decades, and this is a historic advance for both health care and equality. As one of the nation's leading providers of reproductive health care, Planned Parenthood has led the charge for access to contraception for nearly a century, and we will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that women have access to birth control without hurdles or co-pays."


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By RUTH FINCH and CLINT SCHEMMER
Stafford supervisors symbolically gave their blessing yesterday to a new citizens group, Friends of Stafford Civil War Sites, last night by a unanimous vote. They agreed to let it use the county seal on three historical markers that will be placed at the site of a Civil War fort and a Union Army camp near Aquia Landing.
It's the first step toward three-way cooperation between the county, builders and historians, said Glen Trimmer, a lay historian and co-founder of the group.
"The real message of the seal is that you have something that is unique to Stafford County," Trimmer said last night after making a presentation to the Board of Supervisors. "It shows that the county is committed to preserving and marking Civil War sites. And that's not a little thing."
Hartwood Supervisor Gary Snellings said at the meeting that he is descended from a Confederate soldier who crossed the Rappahannock River to fight and the soldiers wife, who stayed behind and tried to fend off the invading Union troops on the homefront.
"Both of them would look dim on me for voting today to honor those who destroyed their farm," Snellings said. "But I do think this is important. Growing up, we played in those forts. It has been disturbing to me to see a lot of this land churned up, not on purpose, but because nobody got together to try to save it."
Trimmer and D.P. Newton, who owns the White Oak Museum in southern Stafford, founded the friends group earl this year after learning that a contractor for SYG Associates Inc. of Warrenton had destroyed an earthen Civil War redoubt to make way for a new subdivision, Poplar Hills, off Brooke Road.
That event "showed that preservation of historic sites cannot be left to county officials, developers and federal and state agencies alone," Trimmer said in his presentation.
Right now, there are big holes in the county's knowledge of Civil War sites and there is quiet incentive for contractors to ignore sites that don't appear in the county's planning databases, Newton and Trimmer have said in interviews.


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The Lenoir-Rhyne University Volleyball Team was picked fifth in the 2014 South Atlantic Conference Preseason Coaches Poll, the league announced today.
Wingate, the eight-time defending SAC Regular Season and Tournament Champions, was voted first in the poll for the ninth consecutive year. The Bulldogs, 32-3 last season, received the maximum of 11 first-place votes.
In addition, Lenoir-Rhyne senior outside hitter Haley Rhyne (Statesville, N.C.) and junior setter Briana Gottberg (Mooresville, N.C.) earned 2014 All-SAC Preseason First and Second Team honors, respectively.
Rhyne, a 2013 first-team all-conference and all-region pick, led the Bears in kills with 367 to go along 130 digs and 51 total blocks last year.
Gottberg, meanwhile, totaled a team-high 1,115 assists in addition to 20 service aces, 250 digs and 29 blocks in 2013. Gottberg's assists per set (10.52) ranked second in the SAC last fall as well.
Lenoir-Rhyne, 17-10 last year including a 14-8 mark in South Atlantic Conference play, opens the season on Friday, September 5, against GRU Augusta (10:30 a.m.) and Armstrong State (3:00 p.m.) in the Queens Fall Invitational in Charlotte, N.C.
Lenoir-Rhyne's first home match takes place on Tuesday, September 16, against Newberry at Shuford Memorial Gymnasium beginning at 7:00 p.m.
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Volleyball Preseason Coaches Poll
1. Wingate 121
2. Tusculum 99
3. Lincoln Memorial 94
4. Anderson 90
5. Lenoir-Rhyne 89
6. Queens 70
7. Newberry 62
8. Carson-Newman 49
9. Catawba 48
10. Mars Hill 38
11. Brevard 18
12. Coker 14
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Alison Cooke, Wingate
Haley Rhyne, Lenoir-Rhyne
Lexi Potter, Wingate
Shannon Gillespie, Anderson
Hailey Pittman, Anderson
Susie Murach, Wingate
Rachel Harper, Carson-Newman
Casey Mense, Lincoln Memorial
Briana Gottberg, Lenoir-Rhyne
Megan Hasse, Tusculum
Kristen Pickett, Carson-Newman
Alix Hooker, Anderson
Cory McGowan, Wingate
Mary Kate Griffen, Mars Hill
Stephanie Tassone, Wingate
Logan Hayward, Newberry
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The X Factor USA – Winner – Finale Results – 12/19/2013 – Video
Who has won The X Factor USA Season 3? Welcome to the recap, live blog and finale results for December 19, 2013! Time to declare the winner of The X Factor USA 2013!
Rickey.org readers predict a huge victory for Alex and Sierra. The boyfriend/girlfriend duo scored 57.7% of the vote, eclipsing the next closest vote-getter, Jeff Gutt. The rocker took in 36.46% of the vote, while Latino crooner Carlito Olivero trails with just 5.84%. There's still time to vote, so head on over and add your prediction!
Let's get on with the recap and results!
-We kick things off with a video recap of the performance show, and I just have to reiterate what a great show last night was. Seriously, I was really impressed with everyone. And the variety of music choices and styles, in addition to more current song selections, made me love this several orders of magnitude more than The Voice performance finale.
-So we have crazy dancers that look like those freaky twins from The Matrix: Reloaded. They do a lot of really cool, inventive tricks with the lighting, eventually forming an "X". I initially thought this was leading to the introduction of the finalists or something, but nope. Just dancing for its own sake. And hey, that's fine. This was pretty neat.
-And now we introduce the judges with the trailer theme from Requiem For A Dream, and if that isn't a perfect capper for tonight, I don't know what else to tell ya.
-The judges are introduced, and we waste no time in getting to the music…
The Top 13 sing "One": You know, in retrospect, this was actually a really talented group of finalists. I think the knee-jerk response to some favorites not getting through to the live shows soured some viewers on the acts that did get through. And while I could argue that the judges might have put some of the wrong people through, I can't argue that the people they did put through aren't talented. Because they are. All of them, really. And this performance shows it, for the most part. I was particularly impressed with Tim Olstad's brief section of the verse. But everyone sounded good here, really. And it was great to see everyone again.
-After the performance, Mario Lopez asks Simon how he's feeling about tonight, and he says "Very nervous." He says he doesn't know how the finalists are feeling, but he just wants to get to the end right now. I could make a joke about the viewership feeling the same way, but I'll just leave that one on the table, because dammit, I like The X Factor. Even America's.
-Mario interviews the contestants backstage about what winning would mean to them, and Carlito says he hopes America sees how much he wants and needs this, but regardless, he's thankful for the experience and for the brothers and sisters he's made in the competition. Jeff says he needs to win this more than he needs air, but takes the opportunity to wish viewers a happy holiday. Mario asks Alex and Sierra who their biggest competition is, and Sierra says, "Everyone! Have you heard these guys?" Adorable. And Alex looks snazzy as hell in that tux.
-We then get a video package of Paulina's silliness and her weird pronunciations ("pitchy" = "peachy"), and I have no idea why every singing competition has to do these packages at their finale. But whatever, they're harmless. Afterwards, Mario asks Paulina to say "pitchy" one more time, and she goes on an indecipherable diatribe that I'm still having trouble decoding.
Carlito Olivero's Christmas Performance
-Paulina introduces, for the last time, her sole remaining act in the competition…
Carlito Olivero sings "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)": Oh yeah, I forgot to mention. Mario let us know we're getting Christmas-themed performances tonight. I can't remember if they did this last year, but I know they did this in season one. Carlito sounds pretty damn good here, and even does a little dance with a candy cane and some elf dancers, in addition to a group of ladies dresed in Sexy Mrs. Claus outfits. At the end of the song, the dancers freeze frame…and then proceed to hold those poses throughout the post-performance interview. There's this guy directly behind Carlito who tries his damndest to keep his frozen smile, but eventually gives it up.
-Mario asks if Carlito and Paulina have anything they want to say to each other, and they talk about how much they mean to one another, and how thankful they are to have had the other in their life. We then throw to a fairly touching video package of Carlito's family telling him how much they love him, and how proud they are of him, and Carlito fights back tears the entire time. Oh hey there, Frankie J! The singer pops into the video for a shout-out to Carlito, before we hear from Carlito's parents, who tell him that he makes them want to be better people. Man, maybe I'm a softie, but this got to me.
Carlito tearfully thanks his family, friends, fans and city, and tells everyone that if they have a dream to pursue it. He comes across like a man that has come to terms with finishing third, and is just thankful for all the love. And that's not a bad attitude to have. I almost find myself hoping he pulls off second place.
Mary J. Blige
-And we're back from break with a 9-time Grammy winner. I'm not sure if I expected her to have more Grammys or less…
Mary J. Blige sings "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer": Funny she's singing this, since Rudolph is airing on ABC Family at the moment. As for this performance, it's an interesting new direction for Mary J., as she gives the song a jazzy, swing arrangement. She even does a little scatting during the bridge. I kind of love this direction for her. She's more than got the pipes for it, and she somehow made this song sound strangely current despite how old fashioned it is, by necessity.
-After the performance, we get a video profiling Kelly's love of handsome men, as we see all the men she's flirted with during the audition process. She humorously apologizes to her mama for all the flirting, then talks about how nice her little kiss with Simon (depicted in the video) was, which puts a sheepish grin on his face.
Jeff Gutt's Christmas Performance
-And now we have Kelly introducing her final act for the last time…
Jeff Gutt sings "O Holy Night": This is AWESOME. Seriously, I wasn't expecting a competition-level performance on a Christmas song, but he totally brought it on this vocal. And the rock-tinged arrangement really suits him. Just a great performance, all-around. And he gets a standing ovation from all four judges!
-After the performance, Mario asks Jeff and Kelly what they'd like to say to one another, and it's a reiteration of how much the mentor-artist relationship has meant to them. We then view an emotional video package from Jeff's family and friends, in which his mother talks about what an amazing father and man he's become, recalling when he was 14 and his guitar was bigger than he was. His old wrestling coach also talks about how determined Jeff has been throughout his life. His dad says that no father could be prouder of his son. Lastly, Talon tells Jeff that he's the best daddy ever…and it's THIS that absolutely breaks Jeff to pieces. DAMMIT X FACTOR, I CAN'T BLOG THROUGH TEARS. STOP MAKING ME FEEL THINGS!
I've never seen video packages this exquisite at the task of manipulation, as now I find myself rooting for Jeff to take this thing. Of course, it could just be that I'm easily manipulated. That's a possibility that's always on the table.
Alex and Sierra's Christmas Performance
-Simon introduces his remaining act for the last time, and I notice we haven't heard at all from Demi tonight, mostly because we have no reason to…
Alex and Sierra sing "All I Want For Christmas Is You": I adored this. The mid-tempo arrangement fit them beautifully and made it sound like an entirely new song. And their harmonies were just lovely. This is to say nothing of how amazing they both look. All four judges give this a standing ovation (prompting me to feel bad for Carlito, with only Paulina getting up for him), and it's well-deserved. Yeah, yeah, I'm gushing. No, I don't care how biased it makes me look.
-After the performance, Alex and Sierra thank Simon for helping them not only with the music, but with their emotions. Simon, meanwhile, talks about what a pleasure they are to work with, and says that he knew when he worked with them that he wasn't just working with contestants, but future recording artists. We then get their family and friends video, and it's an achingly beautiful package. Sierra can hardly even watch the video, she's so overcome: her sister and mother tearfully tell her how proud they are of her, while Alex's grandparents tell him they think he and Sierra are going to win. Actually, I think everyone in their video may have cried, in fact. And Alex is crying now too! But not me! No sir! Oh what? No, these tears are a result of onions. Someone is cutting onions in here, shut up!
-And now it's time for a Quirky Video Package about Simon, and his irritation with Demi this season. In one clip, we see Simon accusing Demi of drinking annoying juice, which then leads to a fake commercial for Annoying Juice. We get an inset of Demi watching this video, and she ABSOLUTELY HATES THIS. I think she may have mouthed the words "That's f***** up." She just looked so disgusted with this, unless she was just putting on an act. But with the way the camera cut away from her, I'm guessing not. After the video, Mario tries to lighten the mood with Demi, who jokes that since she doesn't drink anymore, she's happy to have Annoying Juice as her new beverage of choice, since she gets to drink as much of it as she wants, and gets to annoy Simon with it. This was PROFOUNDLY awkward.
Lea Michele
-Hopefully, we can put the entire quirky judge business behind us with our next guest performer…
Lea Michele sings "Cannonball": I don't think it's said enough, but Lea Michele has a really great voice. Her tone is a lot different from what you might usually hear on the radio, particularly from a female singer. I don't really care for the song, but I like Lea, and she seems stoked to be there. And after the 2013 she's had, I'm just glad to see her smiling.
-After the performance, Mario interviews the mothers of the finalists before throwing to a video package of each of the finalists talking about what winning would mean to them. It's a new video package, as it features the judges talking about their acts, but damn, how many times are they going to rehash this? Everyone wants to win, everyone wants to provide for their families, this is their dream, this isn't about winning a TV show, yada yada yada. Nothing new here, except a brief clip of Alex's hilarious dancing from his pre-performance VT.
Third Place Results
-Now it's time to find out which act is leaving the competition in third place. All the acts are out onstage (having gone through yet another outfit change — I want Alex's jacket), and Mario has the envelope.
CARLITO OLIVERO finishes in third place on The X Factor USA!
-Carlito immediately accepts the news and talks about how happy he is just to be here. He thanks his family, friends, fans and God for bringing him this far. Paulina offers her words of comfort and encouragement to Carlito, and then we go to his farewell package. It's kind of impressive to see how far he's come, because dude was really rough in those early stages of the competition, and now he's actually become one of my favorites of this season, just through sheer force of willpower. Carlito is moved by the video package, and shares a hug with Paulina, while his mother stares daggers at the stage. And Mario brings out the final two acts: it's down to Jeff Gutt and Alex and Sierra (who is rocking the HELL out of an emerald green dress).
-After the break, Mario asks the contestants how they feel to be in the final 2, and Jeff talks about how winning would change his life. He says his son wants to be a doctor, and he needs to be able to pay for that future (Sierra gives the cutest pouty lip during this). Alex talks about what winning would do for their lives, and I continue to wonder how many times they can rehash the same two or three questions over and over again. These contestants have to be sick of answering what winning would mean to them for the thousandth time.
-We then get a video package highlighting the joke auditions, and no. I'm not doing this.
Leona Lewis
-We get to our next guest performer, who won The X Factor UK in 2006…
Leona Lewis sings "One More Sleep": Oh no! Lip-syncing? Say it isn't so, Leona! Actually, it might not be so. I'm notoriously awful at telling when a person isn't singing live. But this sounds like a studio vocal all the way through, especially since her excessive dance movements don't appear to have any effect on the volume, pitch, or steadiness of her vocal. With that said, she looks like a million bucks. In fact, she looks like several million bucks. If you converted it all into coins, you could swim in it like Scrooge McDuck. And her dancing is adorable, let's not front.
-After the performance, Mario asks for a former contestant's perspective on being at this stage of the competition, somehow forgetting that he already got the same perspective from the contestants who actually still are in this competition.
-Following the break, we get a video package of some of the "Magic Moments Between the Songs." So basically, the best of the stuff that has absolutely nothing to do with being onstage, such as Josh Levi being brought back, and Lori Moore talking about how "hard work gets knocked down, but hard work gets back up" during the Four Chair Challenge. This is all set to "Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now" for some reason. Not that I'm going to complain about hearing some Starship on a Thursday night.
-Our next guest performer is flying solo. Despite Ke$ha being advertised, she's not here. Not that I was clamoring for her to appear in the first place…
Pitbull sings "Timber": Well, he raps "Timber", anyway. And he's flanked by dancers in Daisy Dukes, and while some might argue that it's a wee bit explicit for an ostensible family show, I'd argue the Ke$ha clip on the video wall behind them is a thousand times worse. But whatever, I still enjoyed this, mostly because I have a completely unabashed love for this song. Yes, my tastes are as questionable as they are varied.
-Pitbull thanks his fans and greets the judges, then sends a shout-out to all the people who know and love him as Armando Perez, and not just as Pitbull. I've always liked Pitbull as a person, even if I haven't always been crazy about his music. He was great on HBO's Latino List, and he came across just as likable here, I thought.
-Mario congratulates Simon on knocking up Laura Silverman, although he says it much more eloquently and tactfully than I just did. He then throws to a video package that reminds me of those obnoxious AT&T Kids commercials, in which a group of youngsters give their thoughts on Simon Cowell after watching a variety of clips. One kid speculates that Simon is from Mars, and you'd best believe that if he is, he's managed to get an X Factor and Got Talent up and running over there.
-And now we have the finalists singing together for the last time…
Alex and Sierra and Jeff Gutt sing "Love Me Again": Alex sounds seriously great here, hitting one high note that impressed the hell out of me. I knew he had range, but I didn't know it was that pronounced. This was a great, high-energy performance, and I appreciated that the final duet wasn't some sappy, syrupy ballad you could pour on pancakes.
-After the performance, we hear from Sony CEO Doug Morris, who wishes the best of luck to the finalists and assures a promising future for the winner. Hopefully, they'll get more significant backing than either Melanie Amaro or Tate Stevens got. Simon talks about how Morris is his boss, and how you don't mess with him, before adding that they intend to get behind the winner and hopefully create a One Direction-sized success.
One Direction
-Speaking of the boys, they're here now, although from all the bed-head going around, I'm wondering if they ever left after the last time they were here. Maybe Simon let them out for a little bit for air, food, and to perform on other X Factors, before putting them back in the X Factor box they've come to call "Home".
One Direction sings "Midnight Memories": Say what you will about the group, but I'm kind of impressed with what an ambitious album Midnight Memories is. It's like a musical Golden Corral, in that's it's basically a buffet of different kinds of musical styles. "Story of My Life" could have been a Phillip Phillips song for all anyone knows, while "Midnight Memories" is straight up arena rock. It's really bold stuff for a boy band, and I dig it. I also liked this a lot because it finally looked like they were having fun, as opposed to the permanent expressions of boredom etched on their faces during The X Factor UK and Saturday Night Live performances.
-After the performance, Mario asks them about their holiday plans, then asks Harry whether he's been naughty or nice. Then we get a brief plug for One Direction: This Is Us on DVD. Sorry, Mario, too late for the Rickey.org Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide!
-It's time to finally find out who's won this thing. I'm nervous, even though I wouldn't be mad with either of these acts winning.
-The acts are here with their judges, and Mario has the envelope…
-Sierra's puzzled, "wha?" reaction is tremendous. And Jeff is a great sport about it, even though he's clearly crushed. I really hope Jeff makes it.
-Simon says he feels like Christmas came early, and gives a shout-out to Jeff for all his hard work. Mario interviews the winners, and they're both incredibly thankful. Sierra, in particular, wants to thank America for not making fun of her weird faces. Oh Sierra, your weird faces is why I love you!
Alex and Sierra sing "Say Something": And Alex is so overcome with emotion that he struggles to get the words to the song out. Sierra is so moved to see Alex emotional that she forgets the words. Oh Lord, now they've got me going. Just the way they're looking at each other on the "You're the one that I love" lyric is utterly breathtaking. And as if that wasn't enough, here come the other finalists to celebrate as the confetti falls, and this may be my favorite winning moment on any show in years. Just a devastatingly beautiful monument to just how affecting shows like this can be.
-We close with Simon thanking everyone who's watched or voted, and thanking the crew and the other judges, and it sounds an awful lot like "goodbye forever," but then, he gave a similar sign-off last night, so I don't think there's a whole lot that should be read into it. It's not officially renewed yet, but I just can't see FOX putting all the money into two or three new one hour shows next year, when they can fill their time commitments with just one show like The X Factor. But I guess we'll find out soon enough, as FOX is expected to make a decision soon on whether there will be a season 4 at all. I'm keeping my fingers crossed, because The X Factor is still my favorite talent competition. Yes, even the American version. I shudder to think how many potentially great acts we might lose out on if this show gets axed. But that's all for this year! Mario signs us off, and that's a wrap on The X Factor USA Season 3!
So just to recap, Carlito Olivero finished in third place, Jeff Gutt is the runner-up, and Alex and Sierra are the winners of The X Factor USA 2013! But what do you think? Did the right act win? Will they have a big career in the industry? Which other acts this season have a shot at a real future in the music business? Sound off in the comments!
It's lights out for me, but I want to thank you all for another fantastic season of comment chats, jokes, and general fun around these parts. It's been an absolute pleasure getting to do this, and that's largely thanks to you fine readers. Even if you didn't comment at all, I'm incredibly thankful for your readership this season. I hope you've all had as much fun as I've had. Happy holidays to all!
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alex and sierra were my favorites.. but i admit i was rooting for jeff after the last couple of weeks.. he been giving a lot of great performances...
great makeup after a horrible week for me on The Voice! my favorites actually won
A couple of thoughts....
First, if nothing else Jeff should have a career with Trans Siberian Orchestra after this. That was a great version of a very tough song, but it fit their repetoire perfectly.
Second, watching Pitbull after his song I actually got this feeling that he spends time looking around amazed at where he is at.
Last, for the second musical show this week they got it right. While Jeff put on a good challenge for A&S the right act won. Too often that doesn't happen.
God I need to stop. I've been watching their coronation song for about 50 times. particularly love how sierra wiped off alex's tears, touchingly speechless. God, so happy for them. God I need go to bed
Another boring winner - They can't sing like Leona Lewis
the show finally gets a winner that can be successful. melanie amaro and tate stevens....epic fail.
Well #CongratsAlexandSierra .. See you all for AI in a few weeks!
Last update and video (the winning moment and song) posted! Now I'm off to dinner! Thank you so much for joining me this season. You guys have made each live blog a highlight of my week. Seriously.
372 people are listening it says…wow
LOVED the winners and loved even more the live blog, you guys are amazing!!!!!
Will Kelly Rowland stay on for next year? she was my fav judge by far
Can't wait to see A&S's career. Hopefully not as tumultuous as The Civil Wars or Sonny and "Bono" (Cher)
That was beyond amazing!! Thank you so much Rickey, Nick and everyone else! You guys are amazing totally worthed staying up this late (1am here in Rio) i feel thankful for having found this awesome blog and having met all of you!!! :) ok, gonna go to bed now or i´ll start crying again lol
who won?? Aren't you going to update the blog for pity's sake!
And Just Like That.. XF Season 3 is over.. Powerful, Uplifting, True Love... I need more
Sierra sang with stank face just 3 months ago... now she's a champion.
Why did they wait so long for the confetti?
They really are the best winners in years. They have charm & charisma.
THE most endearing coronation song ever. I even love how alex crying. crazy
Was that a goodbye from Simon Cowell??? Was this really the end???
@pinkwhite Me toooooo. And ive already watched all their performances since the auditions a dozen time again lol. Sooooooo happy they won. And it is touching to see Alex break down since he always seems the most confident of both of them.
@doobeedoo It was up past 460 earlier!
@mloci I hope so! She's such a fan of the contestants! I loved how invested she was
@Fabio CYou're totally welcome!
@Fabio C SOOO AGREE!! Amazing ENERGY! @Rickey & @NickRoman1 Thank you for having a place where us crazies can enjoy the show together! I'm not ready for all of this to end!
@artisan Did you refresh?
@artisan A&S A&S A&S! Salex! Sia! Alex Kinsey and Sierra Deaton... I didn't know what their last names were LOL
@RealityDude All you need is love!!! Alex and Sierra love :) <3
@mamashmoi maintenance couldn't get the button pushed in far enough to release the confetti!
@doobeedoo Best thing that came out of a reallity show since Carrie Underwood
@doobeedooAnd even talent!
@Rickey Well, he gave the same sign-off last night, so I wouldn't read too much into it...except, well, Mario didn't say "see you next year," nor did he hype auditions for 2014. I don't really think it's over or anything, but there's plenty to read into here.
@Rickey Sounded like his AI Farewell too!
@pinkwhite and i have to add that im in France and it's almost 6 am here lol. and i have a busy day tomorrow, oups today Oh Gosh!!!
@doobeedoo @Fabio C It is thanks :)
@RealityDude @Fabio C @Rickey @NickRoman1 American Idol in January. :))) The Voice in February :)))
@Fabio C @RealityDude YES! There's No Love like that Alex & Sierra LOVE!
@mamashmoi @doobeedoo And clearly Alex is a complete musician. I think he plays three instruments. He had his own band. And he has the ability to tell stories via song.
I like how A&S generally have boosted a lot of people's spirits. Their vibe is different.
Yes yes Fabio--since Carrie Underwood. I was trying to think back for a good comparison. They are about as far from ultra cheesy and venal Scottie McCreery as possible.
@NickRoman1 @Rickey perhaps they are waiting for their fate from FOX
They might have not been renewed or cancelled yet!!!
But Simon indicated in interviews that he would prolly have to return in a different role next year
@mamashmoi @Rickey @RealityDude @Fabio C @NickRoman1 Nah. It's just right. These shows don't have to be events. I just want to hear good singing every week. It's a variety show.
@Rickey@RealityDude@Fabio C@NickRoman1 I really feel like the Voice in Feb. is too soon! It loses its 'specialness'.
@RealityDude @Fabio C Thanks lol :)
@Fabio C & Greetings to RIO!!! LOL
@Rickey @RealityDude @Fabio C @NickRoman1 We´ll definetely be together :)


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Get out and see the city without breaking the bank: TOS staffers round up Singapore's best budget-friendly activities for the evening, all costing just $10 or less. This list of nighttime activities will keep your night interesting and your wallet plump
Catch free flicks
Go for The Substation's First Take (LaSalle College of the Arts; 6337 7535, www.substation.org. First Mon of every month; 8pm), a free movie series showcasing short films from Singaporean directors, which takes place on the first Monday of every month. The annual series culminates in December with a nighttime showing of the favourites of the year. Directors featured in the past few months have included Iskandar Ramli, Chong Ren Rong, Jocelyn Lee and Daniel Yam.
Have a friendly feud over board games
The first of its breed in Singapore, Settler's Cafe's (various locations including 39 North Canal Rd; 6535 0435, www.settlerscafe.weebly.com) have been a board-game geek's hideaway since 2003, with over 550 different names like Blockus and Citadels piled high. They're also the gentlest on the pockets, with a $8 package offering three hours of pure dice casting, card shuffling and one-upping from Mondays to Thursdays. Saturday's Big Gulp package ($9.90) is just as enticing, with free-flow (soda) drinks and board games for four hours from opening to 6pm.
On weekdays, Mind Café's (various locations including 60A Prinsep St; 6334 4426, www.themindcafe.com.sg. Sun-Thurs 2-11pm; Fri-Sat 2pm-3am) $10.90 package lets you clock in two hours of cracking your noggin with its well-stocked shelves of board games as well as a drink of oyur choice. Have a laugh with rowdy party favourites like Taboo or stew over more obscure, strategy-based teasers like Munchkin and Carcassonne.
Catch tunes on the waterfront
Before music junkies grow weary from digging deep into their reserves for acts like Sondre Lerche and Andrew Bird, the Esplanade, like a Good Samaritan, cushions the usual blow to wallets with free performances at dusk every weekend. Their On the Waterfront series casts its net wide, spotlighting everything from Mandopop evergreens to alternative acts from the region. November sees Indian rock vets Parikrama fusing heavy rock with classical Indian elements. Outdoor Stage, Esplanade-Theatres on the Bay, 1 Esplanade Dr (6828 8377, www.esplanade.com). Every Fri-Sun; various times. Free.
Trivia night, drink in hand
Cram your brain with fun facts before heading to Picotin. This bistro schedules a trivia night on second Wednesdays of the month at 7.30pm. Show up with a team of up to eight, or try and latch yourself on to another table of the smartest-looking folk in the room. While throwing back a bottle of beer (starting at $8) or sipping on your Martini Bianco ($9), remember that strict rules regarding Blackberry and iPhone use have been instated, so no cheating. Best part? You stand a chance to go home with a $100 restaurant voucher, or even limited-edition wines. You may leave a better (or at least richer) person than when you arrived. 1 Figaro St (6445 5590, www.picotin.com.sg).
Shake your booty, girls
All the ladies are invited to Recognize! Studios on Thursdays to join open dance classes for $10. Shake your hips to hip hop beats in front of the floor-to-ceiling mirror, and feel like a badass with the graffiti-covered wall in the background. The folks from Recognize! boast that their classes enhance a woman's 'sense of sexiness' – only one way to find out… #05-31 Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Rd (6509 0650, www.recognizestudios.com). Thu 7pm. $10.
Request your favourite song
The first thought that bubbles up whenever someone mentions Timbre is 'ace live music' (the second's usually 'roast duck pizza, stat!'). Each of its three incarnations has a tight roster of resident bands like Goodfellas and Raw Earth that happily accede to song requests and chat up the gung-ho, youngish crowd like old buds. Let your ears do the picking for you: The Substation and Arts House have livelier sets, while Old School veers towards mellow, unplugged guitar. But while the newer outposts have Sundays off, Timbre @ The Substation gives its punters a music fix all week. We suggest keeping tabs on 53A's slot – they're known to break out an X-rated parody of 'I Will Survive'. Various venues (www.timbre.com.sg).
Get onstage
Limelight lovers can get their five minutes of fame, give or take, for little more than the price of a pint. Make for a three-song quickie – from classic rock to the latest hits – at Actors (13A-15A South Bridge Rd; 6535 3270, www.actorsthejambar.com). Mon-Sat 6pm-2am. Free), where every spot in their makeshift band is free for rock-star wannabes to occupy. Meanwhile, Mandopop advocates can warble to their favourite ditties at backpacker shack Cow & Coolies (30 Mosque St; 6221 1239. Mon-Thu 2pm-1am; Fri & Sat 2pm-2am. Free). The ground-floor pub is a popular pansexual haunt with karaoke where everyone gets along, no matter which side of the fence they're on. Crocodile Rock (#05-29 Far East Plaza, 14 Scotts Rd. Tue & Wed 7.30pm-midnight; Thu 7.30pm-1am; Fri & Sat 7.30-3am. Free), a low-profile karaoke bar geared at ladies – and genteel men – that lets showerhead singer types yodel to their lungs' content, and plies cheap shooters to boot.
Cool DJs with no cover
Slick, fidget-friendly choons are hard to come by when you're strapped for cash. Lucky us, then, that Alley Bar's (180 Orchard Rd; 6738 8818, www.peranakanplace.com. Sat 9pm) daily 5-9pm happy hour isn't its only trump card. Local beatsmith Kane Ian, who recently released the airy, funktastic album Space Nutz, has settled in as Saturday's resident housecat, spinning his brand of soul-tossed house in this chic yet unpretentious shophouse dive. The folks at Tanjong Beach Club (120 Tanjong Beach Walk; 6270 1355, www.tanjongbeachclub.com. Every Wed-Sat; 10pm onwards) see to it that their beachside playground's always buzzing with slammin' beats at no charge atop Sentosa's entry fee – party philanthropy, really.
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Cal Crutchlow has blazed to pole position for tomorrow's Dutch TT, blowing away his rivals in an exciting session.
Crutchlow's late lap of 1'34.398 was 0.357 faster than that of second placed Marc Marquez. Marquez, delayed on his first fast lap by a big moment from Bradley Smith, also put in a late lap to take second.
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Assen, Friday, June 28, 2013
Pos. Num. Rider Nation Team Bike Km/h Time Gap 1st/Prev.
1 35 Cal CRUTCHLOW GBR Monster Yamaha Tech 3 Yamaha 302.0 1'34.398
2 93 Marc MARQUEZ SPA Repsol Honda Team Honda 305.0 1'34.755 0.357 / 0.357
3 6 Stefan BRADL GER LCR Honda MotoGP Honda 302.9 1'34.878 0.480 / 0.123
4 46 Valentino ROSSI ITA Yamaha Factory Racing Yamaha 299.4 1'34.974 0.576 / 0.096
5 26 Dani PEDROSA SPA Repsol Honda Team Honda 305.6 1'35.006 0.608 / 0.032
6 38 Bradley SMITH GBR Monster Yamaha Tech 3 Yamaha 301.2 1'35.454 1.056 / 0.448
7 41 Aleix ESPARGARO SPA Power Electronics Aspar ART 290.3 1'35.500 1.102 / 0.046
8 19 Alvaro BAUTISTA SPA GO&FUN Honda Gresini Honda 301.9 1'35.508 1.110 / 0.008
9 14 Randy DE PUNIET FRA Power Electronics Aspar ART 289.4 1'35.622 1.224 / 0.114
10 69 Nicky HAYDEN USA Ducati Team Ducati 302.2 1'35.908 1.510 / 0.286
11 51 Michele PIRRO ITA Ignite Pramac Racing Ducati 298.9 1'36.866 2.468 / 0.958
99 Jorge LORENZO SPA Yamaha Factory Racing Yamaha
Great Quali. I got to see it in Hi-Def at 720p, for free Shawno76, in Japan, in my hotel room, on a Polish feed, whilst listening to Hendix and Jaco Pastorius/Herbie Hancock on my stereo mini guitar amp. It's good when you aren't a doop mate. Use your noggin!
Jul 08
Posts: 1573
jamieg999 says:
Awesome stuff from Calvin, he rode well and benefitted from the mishaps of both Lorenzo and Pedrosa. I'm not saying a word about tomorrow.
Aug 02
Posts: 2323
Hedgehog5 says:
Well done Cal! Absent riders, whether through their own choice or misfortune, are still absent & to win, first you've got to race. Well done to Bradley Smith too... 2 Brits on the front 2 rows!
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Mar 03
Posts: 252
Sheene Fan7 says:
great ride to get pole
Oct 07
Posts: 1306
hugelean says:
Great qualifying Cal Pole!!!. Great qualifying by Bradders as well !! Tidy..
Jan 13
Posts: 163
RevNutz says:
He says it wasn't a true pole but it would have been very hard for Lorenzo or Pedrosa to beat that. Bradl's finally doing what Honda expect him to do. Rossi, improvement, if all goes well tommorow, he'll be challenging for the win, so will Marquez, Pedrosa.
Mar 13
Posts: 130
AussieInSUI says:
Fantastic !!! This guy has balls !!!
Apr 13
Posts: 81
VeritasH says:
Wow! Not often I'm on the edge of my seat in a qualifying session! It was stunning to watch. Great stuff Cal!
May 13
Posts: 37
Huskymick says:
Great ride
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To study the safety, toxicology, and activity of Peptide T (D-Ala-1-peptide-T-amide) in humans and to find out more about the ability of peptide T to prevent, halt, and/or reverse AIDS-associated immunologic disturbances.
Recent information suggests that the central nervous system (CNS) is often impaired in HIV-infected individuals. The dysfunction of the CNS may be either a direct or an indirect result of HIV infection. One method to prevent HIV infection is to block entry of the virus into the cells of the body. Peptide T shows laboratory evidence of blocking the entrance of HIV into cells that are susceptible to HIV infection. Studies that have been done indicate that peptide T is nontoxic in the doses that are used in this study.
AIDS patients with minimal (group 1) or moderate (group 2) cognitive dysfunction (mental impairment) receive an increasing schedule of three dosage levels of peptide T. All patients receive an intravenous (IV) dose of peptide T for 10 days followed by the intermediate dose and then the highest dose, each intravenously for 10 days. Following successful completion of 3 IV doses, four patients participate in an intranasal pharmacokinetic (blood level study) dosage trial of 3 doses (different from IV) of peptide T once for each of 3 successive days. Follow-up continues for up to 1 year.
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text: Report Abuse Home > Poetry > Free Verse > Sunset Sunset By CrazySissi, Newman Lake, WA More by this author Brushing away the canvas blue Sitting upon the colorless clouds Leaving strokes of fresh bright hue « Previous article More by this author Next article » Join the Discussion This article has 1 comment. Post your own! Report abuse WinterRose1976 said... Apr. 17 at 1:58 pm: Short, yet so beautiful! This poem perfectly describes a sunset! I love it 5/5


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Risk of HIV infection due to rubbing of penis on vagina...Sir,I am a 27 years old male from india...I had a encounter with a girl of unknown status at hotel. I used condom bt on maximum 2 ocassion i removed the condom and rubbed my penis on the Vagina (Not penetrated) and also only once i put my fingers...
Response from Joseph McGowan, M.D., F.A.C.P.
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Posted by mass, 2 Repliessorry if it is stupid question. i had massage a few days ago. i fingered her and got some amount of fluid though i washed it away shortly. i suspect i left some fluid somewhere on her underwear. then later put on my underwear and rubbed her vaginal... Read more »
Condom Failed during rubbing
Posted by Anonymous, 1 ReplyHi,
I have read a lot about HIV, the way it transmits. Althoug I am little
afraid over my incident.
I was with a prostitute. I did not do any vaginal or anal intercourse.
She performed Oral Sex on me with a condom. But then after I was rubbin my
penis... Read more »
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Posted by chrisenquist, 2 RepliesFew days ago, I had protected sex with a sex worker at Thailand. I used condoms but I have few doubts on the condom usage with regards to Risks of HIV Infection
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Posted by grcboy77, 1 ReplyHi there,
Been with my new gf for about 2 mos now. Last night we didnt have sex but she rubbed her vagina on my scrotum and on the shaft a little bit. I didn't insert it. My didn't have sex because we didn't have a condom. I'm a little worried... Read more »
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