text: FacebookTwitterGoogle+E-mail This is part 4 of a 6 part post. Click here for Part #1, Part #2, and Part #3 Jamilah had caught the mouth-watering scent of chicken and lentils, so she was not surprised when Layth announced that dinner was ready. When she walked into the living room wearing her dress and hijab, all conversation stopped. "Jams, you totally look like a Muslim woman!" Muhammad said. "I am Muslim, dummy," Jamilah said. "I know, but now you really look the part. Like, you could be in a Muslim magazine or something." The five of them squeezed around the small dining table in the narrow kitchen. Layth had laid out a spread of gorgeous dishes that reminded Jamilah of her mother's cooking. There was a mezze of chicken kebabs and shorbet adas; a vegetable and egg platter; a tray of yellow rice that smelled of spice… "The rice smells wonderful," Jamilah said. "What's in it?" "Thank you," Layth said enthusiastically. "It's made with turmeric, cardamom and cinnamon. That tray over that is almond salmon with pomegranate sauce; and the drink is shineena, kind of a salty yogurt." "Dude, ma-sha-Allah," Muhammad said. "I'm going to camp on your doorstep from now on." Jamilah realized how hungry she was. Her stomach was rumbling. She ate like a wolf, paying little attention to the dinner conversation. At some point she realized that someone was speaking to her. "Huh, what?" she mumbled through a mouthful of fish. Hassan smiled. "I said, how do you feel now about your deal? Do you regret it?" "No, it feels right. I mean, I understand that we're not supposed to make deals with Allah, but doing wudu' – it was incredible. I'm nervous about tomorrow, though. I'm fine here with you guys, but out there…" "I don't mean to presume," Hassan said, "But I'm proud of you. It's an extraordinary thing to make such a major commitment and follow through. In a way you sisters are the standard-bearers of the deen, because we men can 'pass' for non-Muslims if we choose, but the hijabis are out there, wearing their faith on their sleeves, so to speak. So ma-sha-Allah, may Allah give you strength and certainty on the path." "Uhh, thanks," Jamilah said. Why do I feel so tongue-tied with him? Until today I detested him. "But what am I going to wear for work tomorrow? I can't exactly ride my bike in this dress." "You don't have to," Kadija said. "Was that your regular uniform you had on when you arrived? The long pants and long-sleeved t-shirt?" "In winter, yeah." "Well, that's fine. Just add the hijab scarf to the mix. No one will even notice it under your helmet. In summer you might stand out a little more, but not much, I'd imagine." "Okay," Jamilah said. "I can do that. That's a relief, actually." "Do you live near downtown?" Hassan asked. Jamilah shrugged. "Post and Leavenworth." "Close enough. You could go home on your lunch break and do your salah. Or, if you can't get home, radio me and we'll pray together at Jackson Park. There's also the masjid on Market, it's always open and they're friendly to women, not like some." After dinner, Layth brought out iced Turkish coffee, and a dessert that he called halawat sha'riyyah – hairy sweet – that consisted of buttered vermicelli with sugar, walnuts and pistachios. "Jamilah," Kadija said. "Did you go to college? Do you mind if I ask?" "I went to Fresno State," Jamilah said. "I have a Bachelor's in international relations. I've always been kind of a political animal, free Palestine, all of that." "I think we knew that, Jams," Muhammad said. "From your protest helmet." Jamilah sometimes forgot the "FREE PALESTINE" slogan she had written on the side of her helmet. "My mother hates my interest in politics," she said. "We haven't spoken in a year." She remembered something she'd been wanting to ask. "Hassan, how did you catch that beer bottle today? I didn't see it coming." "Zanshin," Hassan said. "Zan who?" "In Japanese martial arts there's a concept called zanshin. It's a relaxed state of total awareness, where one part of your mind is focused on the task at hand, while another part is open to the environment. I'd be surprised if you haven't experienced this on the job. You've been messengering for about a year, right? Haven't you experienced this state of mind where you're zooming down the street holding five or six packages, and part of your mind is mapping your route, while another part is aware of the movement of cars, peds, buses, watching for doors opening, just taking in everything without thought, you know?" "Yeah!" Jamilah nodded her head. "Just lately, the last few months, I've noticed that. I call it 'being in the zone', where it's like I'm looking at nothing, but I see everything. I don't even see where things are, I see where they're going to be." "Exactly," Hassan said. "That's zanshin. War correspondents used to call it the thousand-yard-stare. They made it out to be shell-shock, where soldiers were so traumatized that they couldn't focus. But that's not it. I mean, maybe part of it is emotional detachment, where you shut off the part of you that feels, so you can go about the business of war. I'm sure Layth knows what I mean." Layth nodded but said nothing. "What these writers missed," Hassan continued, "Is that the thousand-yard-stare is literally a way of seeing. It's a sort of unfocused gaze that allows you to access your peripheral vision, and be sensitive to movement, while still recognizing what's in front of you. A thousand yards is the danger zone, right? It might be the distance to the perimeter, or the distance a bullet can travel and still be lethal. So the soldier isn't staring at nothing, or concussed, he's watching the perimeter. The thing is, martial artists can turn it on and off, and us messengers too. The problem with soldiers is that they get stuck with the stare turned on because mentally they can't break out of combat mode. You see the same thing with convicts. Especially in maximum security." "And which are you?" Jamilah asked. "What do you mean?" "Which are you? I was asking you about catching the bottle, and you gave me this whole zanshin speech." Jamilah smiled, to soften her words. "So which are you: messenger, martial artist, soldier, ex-con, or all of the above?" Hassan pushed his dessert around on the plate. "I'm sorry," he said. "I spend a lot of time alone. So when I'm around people I'm comfortable with, I talk too much." "Oh, Hassan," Jamilah said. "I was teasing. Actually, I want to thank you for what you did today, helping me. All of you. I truly appreciate it. And Hassan, please don't take any crazy chances. I know you were sure of yourself today, but that guy could have stabbed you." "That wouldn't matter," Hassan said. "What do you mean, it wouldn't matter?" Jamilah said. Hassan was silent. "Nothing," he said finally. "No, it's not nothing. Why would you say that it wouldn't matter?" "Because it doesn't matter. Get hurt, live, die… whatever happens to me is okay. I've earned it. I don't have any family anyway, so it really doesn't matter." "It would matter to me!" Jamilah said. "It would matter to all of us, brother," Kadija said. "You do have a family, dude," Muhammad said. "Us. We're your family." "Absolutely," Layth said. Clearly Hassan was a more complicated and vulnerable man that Jamilah had realized. Jamilah herself was beginning to relax. Maybe it was the great food, or the easy dinner time conversation, but she felt her tension draining away. It was not a feeling she was used to. Most of the time she was bitter about one thing or another: her father dying when she was so young, her mother's judgments, the struggles of her people, the Israeli oppression. She had never been around people who seemed to trust each other so much, who had no pretensions, who weren't playing social games or trying to one-up each other. In that moment she fully agreed with Muhammad – they were like a single family, sitting around the dinner table. "Family!" she said. Muhammad laughed. "You're, like, five minutes late with that, Jams." "Oh, shut up," Jamilah said. Jamilah had not failed to notice that Hassan had evaded her question about being a soldier or ex-convict, but she didn't want to push right now. "Have you guys heard," Muhammad said, "that coffee was discovered by an Arab shepherd like, ten thousand years ago?" Layth nodded. "I've heard that." "Apparently," Muhammad said, "the shepherd noticed that his goats became frisky after eating a certain plant. So he brewed it. Am I the only one who thinks that's strange? If I notice my cat acting frisky, should I say, 'Let me see what disgusting thing my cat ate, so I can try some too?'" Layth chuckled. "I don't want to keep you guys," he said. "I know you messenger types are always in bed by ten. Hassan, could you say a few words to close out?" "I think you or Kadija should do it," Hassan said. "We're in your house." "No, please," Kadija said. "We'd like to hear your words." Hassan nodded. "Okay… there's a hadith that I was just thinking about. The Prophet sal-Allahu-alayhi-wa-sallam, said, and I'm paraphrasing here, that there are seven kinds of people whom Allah will shade on the day on which there is no shade except His shade – meaning the Day of Judgment." Hassan began counting on his fingers. "The seven are a just imam; a youth who grows up worshipping Allah; a man whose heart is attached to the masjid so that he misses it whenever he's not there; two people who love each other for the sake of Allah and meet and part on that basis; a man who remembers Allah when he's alone and weeps; and a man who gives charity and conceals it so his left hand doesn't know what the right hand gave." "That's only six," Jamilah said. "I can see that," Hassan said, waggling his fingers. "Hold on…" Hassan looked at the ceiling and closed his eyes, then opened them. "I can't remember the other one. Do any of you know?" No one did. "Anyway, what I wanted to say is that some of those categories will never apply to me – I didn't grow up worshiping Allah, for example. But maybe some do apply, insha'Allah. I was thinking specifically about those who love each other only for the sake of Allah. They say America is the great melting pot, but we all know that we're cut up like a pizza in this country. But here we are, a white man, an African-American woman, and three Arabs all from different countries, and we're totally comfortable with each other. And I really appreciate what you all said about us being a family…" Hassan's paused, and seemed to be struggling for words. He rubbed his face. Layth put his hand on Hassan's shoulder. "It's okay, brother. Go on." "Because," Hassan continued, "like I said, I don't have any family, I mean blood family. All I have is this Ummah. I often think I'm not worthy of it. But then I think, if Allah chose to guide me, then He must see something worthwhile in me. If He saved me, then He did so for a reason. So I strive, and I keep hope in my heart. May Allah make us among those who are shaded on that Day." Everyone except Jamilah said "Ameen," and then Jamilah added her voice as well. "Ameen!" She was deeply moved. She had misjudged this man so badly. There was a lesson in humility in that. How odd that you could judge a stranger as arrogant, not realizing that doing so was itself the height of conceit. Instead she found Hassan to be incredibly vital, but troubled. Why did that appeal to her? Was that a personality flaw of hers, that she needed a man as strong as her, and equally flawed? At one point during dinner, Hassan turned to Jamilah. "Can I share my thoughts with you about something?" "Sure." "You mentioned your estrangement from your mother. I wanted to say that being a believer is not only about our religious practice. Compassion is a big part of it. We're taught in Islam to have mercy on our parents in their old age. And we're taught to forgive, in general." "Hey, I'm all for it," Jamilah said. "Now tell her. She won't even talk to me." Hasan nodded. "Keep trying. Our parents are here for a while, then they're gone, and we spend the rest of our lives missing them." Jamilah certainly knew the truth of that statement. She'd been missing her father for most of her life. As they were hoisting their bikes down the front steps, Hassan said, "A man who wouldn't be seduced!" "Excuse me?" Jamilah said. "That's the one I forgot. A man who – well, a beautiful woman tries to seduce him and he refuses because he's conscious of Allah." "Oh." Jamilah nodded. "For a second there," Muhammad said, "we thought you were describing your relationship with Sahar." *** Kadija and Layth insisted on stashing Jamilah's bicycle in the trunk of their car and giving her a ride home. Jamilah did not object. The ibuprofen had worn off, and her body ached. She said goodbye to Hassan and Muhammad, who were riding. Kadija made a gift to Jamilah of the dress, hijab, and musalla; and they agreed that Jamilah would come to the house every Friday night so that she could continue to learn the prayer. "You are all so nice," Jamilah said. "I've never known people like you." "I think what you're doing is wonderful," Kadija said. "We're honored to be able to help you." "I just hope my boss feels the same way," Jamilah said. "Especially after Sahar gets done with him." *** Jamilah was relieved to be home. She propped her bike in the corner and kicked her shoes off by the door. Shamsi, still wearing her scrubs, sat cross-legged on the sofa with a blanket around her shoulders, eating take-out Indonesian food and watching Casablanca. Shamsi took one look at Jamilah and let out a cackle. "Were you at a costume party?" she said. "You look like my grandmother." Jamilah was too tired for anger. "No," she said wearily. "I'm going to wear hijab from now on, and I'd like you to respect that." Shamsi's eyes bugged. "Are you serious? But why?" "It's a decision I've made, that's all. I want to be closer to Allah… start learning my religion." "But why? Did something happen? Did someone die? Is your mom okay?" "She's fine, as far as I know. Look, I've had a really long day, I need to get some sleep." "Sure Milah, okay. I'm sorry for laughing. Whatever you want to do, you know. Even if it is crazy." She looked as if she were fighting not to laugh again. "Good night, Shamsi. Tisbahi 'alaa khayr." *** No one noticed Jamilah's hijab the next day. It was drizzling, and everyone was covered up anyway. She managed to get a half hour for lunch, and met the secretary from Low Ball at the Flying Spaghetti. The girl, whose name was Kammie, was immensely entertained by Jamilah's tale of recovering her bike. I earned that lunch, Jamilah thought afterwards. There were no standbys, and Jamilah became increasingly anxious about her noon prayer. In the afternoon she had a tag going to the Stanford Court hotel, at the top of Nob Hill. Ordinarily she would catch a tow on the cable car, and risk being caught by the operator. But she decided to muscle it. She swung by her apartment on the way, performed her prayer, then huffed and puffed her way straight up Leavenworth to the top of the hill. In a part of the lobby of the Stanford Court, near the entrance, the ceiling rose into a large dome. Jamilah had noticed that if she stood directly beneath the dome and spoke, her voice would be amplified almost as much as if she had a microphone. After she made her delivery to the concierge, she stood beneath the dome and said, "Allah!" Her voice echoed and rose like a wave. A few hotel guests at the concierge desk glanced her way. Jamilah smiled and hurried out of the hotel. As she was coming out of the Stanford Court, Jen called on the radio. "Triple nine, Jams." "Triple nine." "I'm guessing you're on Nob Hill about now." "Affirmative, just dropped the Stanford Court." "Grace Cathedral, eleven hundred Cal, go to the office on the Taylor Street side, get a bank deposit for Union Bank." "Check, ten four." Jen never ceased to amaze. She had twenty couriers on the board, including two scooters and a pickup truck, and at any given moment they might be holding fifty or sixty deliveries – more on a busy day – but somehow she kept it all in her head. Not only that, but her brain was constantly mapping everyone's routes and tracking their position. She could give you a two-hour run and then in the middle call out a pickup a block from where you stood. She was only twenty three years old and took night classes at City College. Jamilah was sure that Jen could do anything she wanted to do. She could be a nuclear scientist if she wanted. The rain was coming down harder. The single commandment for a messenger in wet weather was, keep the package dry. So you wrapped everything in plastic garbage bags, and double-bagged them if necessary. There were hazards everywhere in the rain. Drivers might not see a bike on the road. Metal surfaces like manholes and streetcar tracks became impossibly slippery. The metal grates that released steam from the underground were particularly hazardous. Even in dry weather, riding on them was like riding on ice; but if you hit one in the rain your wheels would go right out from under, and the steel grate would tear your skin to ribbons. Cheese graters, messengers called those grates. But none of that mattered to management or clients. Just keep the package dry. Jamilah violated that commandment. She was coming down California street off the hill, on her way to Union Bank, and didn't see a pothole in the road. Her front wheel stuck in the hole and she went flying off the bike. When she hit the ground she heard a loud snapping noise and thought she had broken a bone, but it was only her wooden clipboard breaking in two from the force of the fall. Her bag opened and the packages scattered across the road. One went into the gutter, where the water was flowing like a stream. Jamilah scrambled to her feet and snatched the package out of the gutter. Don't let it be the bank deposit. It was wrapped in a heavy duty garbage bag, but water had gotten into the bag, and the package – a large manila envelope – was soaked. It was the bank deposit. Jamilah collected her packages, and got back on her bike. Her shoulder had struck the pavement and it ached. She delivered the wet package, apologizing profusely to the bank teller who signed for it. A half hour later, Jen called on the radio. "Triple nine, come into the office. Sahar wants to see you." With a feeling of dread, Jamilah made her last delivery and headed in. Sahar sat in one of the six customer service stations at the back. She was on the phone. She put up her finger, indicating that Jamilah should wait. Jamilah stood there, dripping. Her shoulder pulsed with pain, and her wrist still hurt from yesterday. What a mess I am. Eric, who worked at the station next to Sahar's, was on break. Jamilah took off her bag and helmet and sat in Eric's chair. "Jamilah?" "Yeah!" She stood. Sahar looked her up and down. "You're still wearing that?" "What?" Sahar pointed at Jamilah's head. "That." The hijab. Jamilah had forgotten all about it. "So? It's just a scarf. I'm in uniform." "That's hardly the standard uniform," Sahar said. "Anyway, what happened with the Union Bank delivery? I got a call from the accounts manager at Grace Cathedral." "Yeah, I'm sorry about that. I hit a pothole, and I fell." "You do know that you have to keep your deliveries dry no matter what?" "Yes, yes I know. It was an accident. Was the bank deposit ruined?" "No, it was salvageable apparently, but that's not the point." "Okay. What do you want me to do?" "Nothing. Go back to work. Just be more careful. I'm not going to mark this in your file, but it does get noted in the computer." "Listen," Jamilah said. "About last night -" Sahar cut her off with a wave of a hand, and turned back to her phone. Jamilah stopped at the dispatch station, surveying the board. Seven rows of clear plastic slats were set into the wall. Paper tags were dropped into the slots, each tag representing an active delivery. On each was written in marker the number of the courier to whom it was assigned. Jen stood before the board, now and then glancing at a computer monitor that displayed additional information about each tag, including time left on the delivery. The jobs were color coded according to how close they were to expiration. The radio microphone and speaker stood on the desk beside her, emitting a constant chatter as couriers called in or spoke to each other over the air. A few feet away, Muhammad was set up with his own monitor and telephone. A printer beside him chattered as it spit out new tags. He tore them off and handed them to Jen. Jamilah knew that Muhammad also maintained notes on the computer about any problems that might occur with a job; and he took phone calls on the toll free number from messengers who called in if they needed more information, or ran into snags. He had a copy of the Wall Street Journal on his desk, and a few toys – Jamilah could see a set of wind-up chattering teeth, a Wheel-o, and a Spider Man action figure. On the other side of the room, a tall heavyset man ran the out-of-town dispatch board that covered the entire Bay Area. Jamilah had often heard him shouting at drivers, even calling them names. She was glad she wasn't on that board, even if those guys did make more money. "What up, Jams?" Muhammad said. Jen looked over her shoulder. "All sorted out, triple nine?" "I guess so." "It's slowing down. I've got a run down Third Street if you want it, or you could call it a day. You look beat." "I'm going to call it, if you don't mind. I feel half human." Muhammad laughed. "You're as human as they come, Jams." Jamilah wondered if that was a compliment or an insult. *** The next morning, Jen told Jamilah to see Adel before getting on the road. Jamilah climbed the steps to Adel's upstairs office. Was this about the Union Bank delivery? Was she in bigger trouble than she thought? Adel's glass-topped wooden desk filled half the room. On the wall was a map of San Francisco with the delivery zones marked and color-coded. Beside it, thumb tacked to the wall, hung a five foot wide United States flag. "Have a seat, Jamilah," Adel said. She sat and waited as Adel tugged on his moustache hairs and looked her up and down. "If this is about the Union Bank thing," Jamilah said, "It was an accident. I'm usually very careful, but I hit a pothole and -" "Union Bank?" Adel pulled on his moustache. "I haven't heard about that. No, this is about – " he wagged a finger in the direction of Jamilah's head – "your scarf." "Sahar." Jamilah said heatedly. "She should mind her own business." Jamilah knew she was not helping herself. She took a deep breath. "Sahar?" Adel said. "She hasn't said a word. I saw you in dispatch yesterday. Jamilah, we try to maintain a professional work environment here. We can't afford to give clients the wrong impression. Some of our colleagues already have a nickname for us, did you know that? They call us, 'West Bank Delivery'." "I'm very professional," Jamilah said. "I start early every morning, I'm polite with the clients – in fact one of them took me to lunch today – and I ride as hard as anyone on the board." "Yes, yes," Adel said, tugging on his moustache again. "But we cannot afford to be seen as an 'Arab company', do you see what I mean? These are difficult times politically for our people in this country, and – " "I'm not taking off the hijab," Jamilah said. "It's a decision I've made, and it's my right. It's between me and God." Adel sat back in his chair. "I am sorry you feel that way," he said. "But if that is your final word, then I must let you go. Please hand in your radio and bag before you leave. You may keep the uniform. If you change your mind, please come back. I have no hard feelings and -" Jamilah cut off Adel's speech by rising to her feet, drawing her radio from its holster, and slamming it onto the desk. The glass covering the desk cracked, and Adel fell backwards out of his chair and tumbled onto the carpet. Without another word, Jamilah turned her back on him and stomped down the steps. In the dispatch office, she thrust her bag into Muhammad's arms. "I'm fired," she said. "Apparently our flag-waving boss thinks that wearing hijab is un-American. Tell Hassan goodbye for me." Muhammad sat open-mouthed for a moment, then said, "What?" Jen said, "That's crazy. He can't do that." "He just did," Jamilah said, and marched out of the office. She heard Muhammad calling after her as she rode away, but she did not stop, even when the tears began to flow. You can read Part 5 here: The Deal, Part 5 – The Price of Faith For a guide to all of Wael's stories in chronological order, check out this handy Story Index. FacebookTwitterGoogle+E-mail 37 Responses Amy January 31, 2013 Oh, I remember walking past Grace Cathedral on my way to Swensen's part 2! And that part about her saying "Allah" in the lobby…I love that! But I have to ask, what is a "wheel-o"? 0 0 Reply Wael Abdelgawad January 31, 2013 Apparently I spelled it wrong. It's actually Whee-lo: http://www.wineonthekeyboard.com/2008/04/22/whee-lo/ I'll blame Jamilah and say she spelled it wrong. 0 0 Reply Amy January 31, 2013 maybe you can also blame her for not remembering the real day she had lunch with Kammie as well? I could've sworn she was in the office w/Adel the following morning…but maybe it's all the same to her lol 0 0 Hafsa January 31, 2013 Yup, did the echo thing as kids with my uncle.. So much fun :) 0 0 Reply Wael Abdelgawad February 2, 2013 Hafsa, at the Stanford Court Hotel? 0 0 Hafsa February 7, 2013 oh, no.. elsewhere 0 0 Muslimah February 1, 2013 Wow! I was on the edge of my seat Akhi! Masha Allah.. I loved how Jamilah didn't think even for a moment before quitting when asked to take off her Hijab! The sad part.. Another week for the next installment :( 0 0 Reply Wael Abdelgawad February 2, 2013 Don't fall off your seat, Muslimah! Jamilah is a very strong-minded individual, I think. Once she sets her feet on a certain path, no one but Allah can change her course. 1 0 Reply Muslimah February 2, 2013 I won't, brother :) You know we are a big fan of your writing back here in Hyderabad, India. We were suckers for novels but gave it up for the sake of Allah so as not to waste time in fiction that has no place in our hereafter. This is such a great alternative Masha Allah! And, yes, we can relate to Jamilah in a way as we wear a complete abaya to work (that too an MNC) but yes, we don't get fired for it, Alhamdulillah! My friend who follows your writing on Islamic Sunrays thinks that Hassan is based on your own self! :) 1 0 Wael Abdelgawad February 2, 2013 Hah! There are elements of my past and personality in every character I write, but Hassan is not me :-) 2 0 Muslimah February 1, 2013 "Because," Hassan continued, "like I said, I don't have any family, I mean blood family. All I have is this Ummah. I often think I'm not worthy of it. But then I think, if Allāh chose to guide me, then He must see something worthwhile in me. If He saved me, then He did so for a reason. So I strive, and I keep hope in my heart. May Allāh make us among those who are shaded on that Day." Beautiful.. Simply beautiful.. Now I wish I should have waited for all 6 parts to come out and read them all in one go! 2 0 Reply Wael Abdelgawad February 2, 2013 You know what, I actually like getting comments part-by-part, as it helps me see how readers are receiving the story. In fact when I see the comments on one part, I sometimes make changes to the next part in response. 2 0 Reply Muslimah February 2, 2013 Tiny correction. The note below the title says this is the Part 3. 1 0 Sheryf jannah focus February 1, 2013 Salaamu alaikum wrwb! Hmm, sacrificing job for the sake of your belief! It seems to me Jamilah is so lucky have to faith/ imaan deeply embedded in her.. so soon after she made the "deal"..am impressed:) Alhamdulillah. Allah guides whomever He wills, in ways unimaginable! *good friends always make good impact, they make a good family…they are like perfume:) *now, will Jamilah be blessed with a new job soon? Or her faith will be tested with some more hardships, (eviction from her flat, no money for survival etc?) and what will her new found family-of-believers…do to help her?) hmm, the wait is ours.. And only time will tell" in-sha-Allah:) *bro. Waeel, thumbs up, may Allah help you get better with each write up…and may He forgiv/ guide us all..till jannah. Ameeeen 1 0 Reply Wael Abdelgawad February 2, 2013 Sheryf, maybe she does not have faith so deeply embedded in her. Maybe she just believes that a deal is a deal, and one should stick to her word. Allahu 'alam. 2 0 Reply Sheryf jannah focus February 2, 2013 If she thinks a deal is a deal, and she is ready to stick to it @the expense of all else, then she shud be really faithful.(weda dunyawise-or-deen-wise) She cud hav back-tracked temporarily on the hijab @least wen@work and say "Allah knows my heart" then start lookin for anoda job whiles on this (like many ladies do)! But Jams said "no way!"..hmm, she must be reaaaaally faithful; imaan-wise:) and there are people like that..wallaahu a'lam:) 1 0 umm_ismael February 1, 2013 awesome mashaALLAH! 1 0 Reply Kaleem February 1, 2013 Wow, it gets better with every episode. I can relate to these characters in particular with Jams on so many levels. Looking forward to next installment;). Thanks 0 0 Reply Wael Abdelgawad February 2, 2013 Kaleem, I'm glad to hear you are enjoying it! I remember that you weren't so crazy about some of the earlier chapters. :-) 1 0 Reply Kaleem February 2, 2013 Akhi, I won't say that I didn't enjoy but it's just that there were too much details which weren't relevant. This one is awesome despite being longer. 1 0 Zari February 1, 2013 Bro. Wael, amazing as always. Somehow,the only thing I don't get is why Hassan feels compelled to make long statements like the one before entering Kadija's house. Isn't he the really quiet type? Loved the food descriptions, surprising that I can think of a similar Indian dish for each of them. 1 0 Reply Wael Abdelgawad February 2, 2013 Zari, good question. Maybe he's not such a quiet type after all. Maybe Jamilah had a wrong impression of him. Or maybe he's uncomfortable around strangers, and doesn't open up until he starts to get to know someone, and then has plenty to say. I know a few people like that (myself included). 1 0 Reply Nawaz July 22, 2013 Yu got caught bro : "Hah! There are elements of my past and personality in every character I write, but Hassan is not me :-)" ;-) 1 0 Bint A February 2, 2013 First time commenting, but been reading since Pieces of a Dream. I'm hooked :) mashaAllah –great writing This story is definitely more interesting then PofD and the variety of characters helps keep the momentum alive. I love that it has length, and that we have time to get to know the characters a little bit more deeply. However, just a small request not to end off so abruptly like the last story. Closure is always good. Just recently studied in my psychology class that the reason why we are so antsy about unfinished things is because we feel a lack of control until something is completed. So if you find that you are unable to complete the story within 6 parts, no pressure –and I don't think the readers would mind reading a couple more chapters for a smoother sense of closure :) Also please consider writing a post on MM for aspiring writers on how to get started writing Islamic literature and what type of work goes into it. BaarakAllahu feek! 1 0 Reply Wael Abdelgawad February 3, 2013 Bint A, thanks so much for commenting. And careful what you wish for. "Pieces of a Dream" and "The Deal" may both turn out to be part of a much longer story. You're not the only one who complained about the lack of closure in PofD ( as you called it). That surprised me. People wanted to know what happened between Louis and Kadija, but to me that was never the focus of the story. It was about Louis wrestling with his demons, and trying to get unstuck. Once he took that first step on his spiritual journey, it seemed to me the story was done. Apparently my readers felt differently. 1 0 Reply Abu Asiyah February 3, 2013 assalaamu 'alaykum bro, I love how the story is progressing and you really do have a talent for narrating a person's spiritual journey. It doesn't seem lame like it would if I was writing it. I do still feel like the dialogue is not realistic in some parts, but I think it's getting better overall. My only worry is that the Jamilah – Hassan relationship seems to be taking on a romantic note. I feel like every single piece of Islamic fiction I read has romance in it, so I hope it won't be the case here… of course you're the author though. JazakAllahu khayran for the story, I get excited every time I see another segment uploaded, mashaAllah! 1 0 Reply RCHOUDH February 3, 2013 Salaam brother, Mash'Allah great job with the new story and you did a nice job seamlessly integrating Louis (I mean Layth!) and Khadijah into the new story. The new characters are also quite compelling to read about and as always, your descriptions about San Francisco are wonderful. My only concern lies with your characterization of Sahar and her father, I hope you don't turn them into villains. That would make casually-practicing Muslims look bad! Other than that you're doing well so far and I look forward to reading your next installment soon In sha Allah! 2 0 Reply Wael Abdelgawad February 5, 2013 Rchoudh, your concerns about Sahar and Adel are noted, but someone has to be the bad guy. In fact I originally had them as Arab Christians, but a friend objected that I was demonizing Christians, so I changed them to Muslims. Though I don't really think of them as "bad guys". 2 0 Reply shurufa February 4, 2013 Assalaamu alaikum bro. Ma sha Allah! Totally agree with sister "Muslimah". Really appreciate this halal alternative, alhamdulillah. Jazakallah khair! Cant wait for the next installment !!!! :D :D Although.. i hope jamilah hassan and muhammad relationship doesnt turn into a love triangle. Now im intrigued to read Pieces of a dream by you. Please keep writing, and contributing halal entertainment to our muslim society! Sounds cheesy but thats alright :D 1 0 Reply fadhli February 6, 2013 Indonesian food?. hehehe.. 1 0 Reply Aisha February 6, 2013 I love these stories! Please keep it up! :)… and I'm so happy Kadija and Louis got married, for a second, when I finished reading "pieces of a dream" I thought we were just gonna be left hanging when it came to them 0 0 Reply Eman February 7, 2013 Where is part 5??? 0 0 Reply Wael Abdelgawad February 7, 2013 Eman, you asked for it, you got it. Part 5 is up now :-) 1 0 Reply Fatima February 8, 2013 i'm looking for part 5 but not seeing it 0 0 Reply Wael Abdelgawad February 8, 2013 Fatima, here it is: http://muslimmatters.org/2013/02/07/the-deal-part-5-the-price-of-faith/ 0 0 Reply aliyaah March 8, 2014 I loved it! cant wait for next week! 0 0 Reply atqhdyn April 20, 2014 Bismillahirrahmanirrahim I do apologize but I'm going to try my best to give you the best of both worlds. I'll tell you what I liked the most so that you can keep at it and what I personally find in need of improvement because I honestly hope that you can perfect your writing as much as possible. I'm not the best critic but i'll try. And also anything I say will just be out of personal preference so don't take it to seriously. Personally I think what I liked the most about your story is that your characters have very real personalities. There's no real black or white vision here. Jamilah is as Muhammad puts it is as human as they come and there is honestly something very relatable about that and very intriguing. You don't go filling the readers head about how beautiful and great Islam is (not that it isnt) you let them connect the dots yourself and there is something very refreshing about that. I love the vulnerability you showed with your characters and it's very beautifully done. Your characters are also very normal. They have their inner and worldly struggles and shows the human side of Muslims that many people fail to see. If I had to critic anything it would be about the lack of detail and description. For example when Jamilah first comes down with her hijab she lacks the inner turmoil that is usually present or if that's just her personality than there was a lacking in detail about what she felt about that moment because it's a very big moment. That's all for now. Looking forward to reading more. Jazakillah khayr 1 0 Reply Leave a Reply Cancel reply


text:
It is estimated that during the years of the Trans-Atlantic slave trade 12 million people were enslaved. Today, the estimate is 27 million worldwide. Some of those slaves are working in nail salons, and one nail tech has had enough.
Warning Signs
One reason human trafficking can go undetected is because victims often don't speak English. Polaris Project lists other common "red flags" that raise suspicion:
> Is not free to leave or come and go as he/she wishes
> Is unpaid, paid very little, or paid only through tips
> Works excessively long and/or unusual hours
> Is not allowed breaks or suffers under unusual restrictions at work
> High security measures exist in the work and/or living locations (e.g. opaque windows, boarded up windows, bars on windows, barbed wire, security cameras, etc.)
> Is fearful, anxious, depressed, submissive, tense, or nervous/paranoid
> Exhibits unusually fearful or anxious behavior after bringing up law enforcement
> Avoids eye contact
If you suspect a person is a victim of human trafficking, call the Polaris Project Hotline at (888) 373-7888.
> polarisproject.org
> freetheslaves.net
> thea21campaign.org
nail techs doing good
working safely
Adore Dolls Parlour Dazzles With Its Nail Art19 photos
24 Holiday Retail Items24 photos
Established in 2005, Cácee started as a small venture in Southern California and has expanded its line to carry over 40 nail care items and...
Learn More
Get a free preview issue and a Free Gift
Subscribe Today!

subset: commoncrawl


text:
The Neuro Team
Christopher Pack, PhD
Dr. Christopher Pack studies the visual cortex, trying to find out how neurons communicate information about the visual world. Using electrophysiological techniques, his laboratory records the activity of individual neurons as they process information about the visual world and relay it to their neighbours. These conversations are a type of code, in effect the software that makes the brain's hardware capable of vision. One of the goals of this research is to develop a quantitative understanding of this neural code, by combining neurophysiological data with mathematical modeling. These models are then combined with data on perception and behaviour to infer the link between neural activity and conscious experience. In particular, the laboratory is interested in eye movement behaviour, with a focus on the smooth pursuit eye movements that allow animals to track moving objects. Future work will combine these electrophysiological, mathematical, and behavioural approaches with reversible inactivation techniques, with the goal of understanding the interactions among the various cortical regions that underlie vision.
See Publications
E-mail: Christopher Pack
Web Site: Pack Lab
Next: Stroh, Thomas
Page last updated: Sep. 7, 2013 at 11:56 AM


text:
We exist to make hungry people happy
We get people the food they want, when they want - wherever they are. It's simple...
You place your order
Simply order whatever you or your coworkers are hungry for at Seamless.com or using the Seamless smartphone app.
We send it to the restaurant
We immediately beam your order to the restaurant and they send you a confirmation email with delivery or pickup time estimate.
Your food arrives...Yum!
When your food's ready, the restaurant delivers it or you pick it up. All you have to do is sign for it and enjoy it!
Margaret Palca Bakes is not currently open on Seamless. Please enter your address to find other great restaurants near you to order from right now!
191 Columbia St (Columbia St. & Degraw St.), Brooklyn, NY 11231 | (718) 802-9771
Sort reviews by:
Loading, please wait...
Loading, please wait...
This place had potential but they just arenlt worth it. They have messed up my order in the past but I re-ordered because I liked the baked goods. But the baked goods are no longer good. I once ordered a fruit tart that arrived frozen and I thought ok its winer maybe the fruit was an issue. I just ordered cupcakes for a birthday and they delivered rock hard frozen cupcakes and one looks moldy. If you don't have time to bake fresh goods...well maybe you shouldn't own a bake shop. it is called Margaret Palca BAKES....Just disappointing.
Written by
Courtenay W.
19 other reviews |
Member since
Courtenay ordered from here over a year ago
Ordered from here recently and was shocked at how bad the food was. I remember liking this place when they first opened years ago. Obviously things have changed. The chocolate chip coconut bar was like a heavy brick of grease. To describe the vanilla cupcake, all I can say is imagine a corn muffin smeared with cheap tasting icing and sprinkles. I actually called to make sure they didn't just run out of cupcakes and try to pass this off as one. Turns out that's just how they make their cupcakes. The turkey and cheddar sandwich was fine, but nothing to write home about. It was the only edible item I ordered and it was decently priced so I'll leave it at that. I'm sorry to say I won't be ordering from here again.
Written by
Anne J.
Member since
Anne ordered from here over a year ago
Love this place. Delivery tends to be on the slow side and the portions aren't huge, but the quality is always excellent. the bread is really what makes the sandwiches!
Written by
Sarah M.
3 other reviews |
Member since
Sarah ordered from here over a year ago
Great sandwiches!
Written by
Jade M.
8 other reviews |
Member since
Jade ordered from here over a year ago
really fresh and delicious, especially the baked goods
Written by
dwijen p.
10 other reviews |
Member since
dwijen ordered from here over a year ago
Absolutely fantastic! Margaret -- yes, she's a real person -- raises the bar for baked goods in this area. The quality of her baking is on an incredibly high level. And her rugelach is the best that this Jewish guy has tasted in quite a long time!
Written by
Shlomo P.
13 other reviews |
Member since
Shlomo ordered from here over a year ago
|1. Sliced Tomato and Mozzarella Sandwich
|2. Loaf Cakes (For 2)
|Odwalla Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice (2)
|Nova Scotia Smoked Salmon Sandwich (2)
|Carrot Cake Square (2)
|Tea (1)
|Cappuccino (1)


text:
14 Ways 'Cool Runnings' Is Still Relevant to Your Life
Cool Runnings released 20 years ago on Tuesday, but the Jamaican bobsled saga's anniversary can remind you of more than your ever-increasing age. The movie's lessons (and catchphrases) relate to you more than you might expect. See also: 18 Drawings You'll Swear Are Actual Photographs If you don't see the connection, it's not too late to incorporate Cool Runnings into your life.


text:
Detroit News
Local news for Detroit, MI continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.
Former Detroit Presbyterian church on list of historic places
13 hrs ago | Toledo Blade | Comment?
Police Search For Band Of Thieves Impersonating Cops In Detroit
17 hrs ago | CBS Local | Comment?
Moosejaw shows off Detroit's 'notable humans' a " too bad only three of them are black
21 hrs ago | Metro Times | Comment?
Residents Say Scrappers Woke Them Up After Apartments Catch Fire In Detroit
Yesterday | CBS Local | Comment?
Berlin techno mogul to talk plans for Detroit's abandoned Fisher Body 21 plant
Yesterday | MLive.com | Comment?
School worker charged with child sex abuse
Yesterday | WXYZ | Comment?
City of Detroit takes action against church
Yesterday | WXYZ | Comment?
Rally planned for 4:30 p.m. at Hart Plaza in Detroit following Ferguson decision
Yesterday | Metro Times | Comment?
Wolfgang Puck Steak at MGM Grand Detroit is pouring barrel-aged cocktails.
Yesterday | Detroit News | Comment?
Metro Detroit teen accused of using pistol to rob Saginaw man of motor scooter
Tuesday | MLive.com | Comment?
Vigil for Michael Brown at Detroit federal court
Tuesday | WXYZ | Comment?
Detroit Public Library unveils remarkable digital collections
Tuesday | Model D | Comment?
Detroit Heroin Dealer Pleads Guilty to Huntington Charges
Monday | Huntington News | Comment?
Rick Springfield tour to return to Detroit
Monday | Examiner.com | Comment?
Ways to beat Thanksgiving traffic
Monday Nov 24 | WXYZ | Comment?
16 charged in Detroit real estate telemarketing scheme
Monday Nov 24 | ClickOnDetroit | Comment?
Updated: Thu Nov 27, 2014 09:57 am
Copyright © 2014 Topix LLC


text:
Naples, Fla - Donn Schulte is in the business of getting boaters on the water and not making bad business decisions, but he's the first to admit the inaction of locals to prepare for oil in our water troubles him.
"We haven't heard much from the local community, I'm not sure where they're at", he says.
Schulte's fueling company, which operates out of Naples Marina, is offering boaters the chance to fill-up in exchange for pledge: the use of your boat for clean-up efforts.
The company will sell you diesel on the cheap and have their attorneys file a claim with British Petroleum to get your money back.
Boaters along the panhandle are taking part in similar deals.
Schulte says BP has signed off on the program and he's not worried they'll skip out on the bill.
"We're going to have hard fact for them, hard-core receipts", he added.
The uncertainty says Schulte of whether oil will make its way here doesn't mean serious steps shouldn't be taken to prepare.
"I think we can solve some of that problem before it gets here."


text:
The Bradley County man suspected in the shooting death of a couple Tuesday night has been arrested.
Aaron Dean Lawson, 32, was captured off Highway 58 in Hamilton County and is in custody, authorities said.
Lawson was being sought in the deaths of Charles and Deborah Phillips, who were killed Tuesday night.
Phillips, 58, owned an auto shop in Polk County, Sheriff Jim Ruth said at a news conference today at his office.
"The Phillipses are well known in this community, and it's a very sad day," Ruth said.
Authorities believe Lawson was waiting for the couple at their 184 Leatha Lane home and shot them both dead when they walked outside Tuesday night, the sheriff said.
Sheriff's deputies and Bradley County EMS workers were sent to the scene about 8:45 p.m. Inside the home, they found the bodies of two adults, according to sheriff's spokesman Stan Clark.
Lawson was arrested on warrants charging two counts of first-degree murder, officials said.
Charleston is located in the northern part of Bradley County, near McMinn County.
For complete details, see tomorrow's Chattanooga Times Free Press.
Follow the latest local crime news on Facebook here.
Joy Lukachick Smith is the city government reporter for the Chattanooga Times Free Press. Since 2009, she's covered crime and court systems in North Georgia and rural Tennessee, landed an exclusive in-prison interview with a former cop convicted of killing his wife, exposed impropriety in an FBI-led, child-sex online sting and exposed corruption in government agencies. Earlier this year, Smith won the Malcolm Law Memorial Award for Investigative Reporting. She also won first place in ...


text:
Quick, someone shout out a place (Intercourse, Pennsylvania!). Now, a type of car (Chevy Nova!). Finally, a condiment (Frenchs Yellow Mustard!). Now, try and tie those all together in a hilarious, no-holds-barred improv sketch. Harder then it sounds, right? Well, thats the call that the seven brave men and women of Project Improv*St. Louis will answer in Super-Form Improv, a ninety-minute, two-act romp that tests the performers comedic mettle while busting the audiences collective gut. The unscripted play (a new show every night!) takes place at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday (April 17 through 26) at the Tower Grove Abbey (2336 Tennessee Avenue). The Saturday shows will be followed by Awkward Situations, a half-hour performance in which Lydia Loca and Shane P. Mullen create a story inspired by an audience-provided (wait for it) awkward situation. Tickets are $7 to $12, and Awkward Situations is included with your Saturday admission. For more information, call 502-548-2430 or visit Myspace.com/ProjectImprovSTL.
Thursdays-Saturdays. Starts: April 17. Continues through April 26, 2008


text:
In This Section
AES Store
- Learn From The Experts:
Fred Pfost "Early Stereo"
- Oral History Project Gallery
- Other AES Publications
Journal Forum
Reflecting on Reflections - June 2014
1 comment
Quiet Thoughts on a Deafening Problem - May 2014
1 comment
Perceptual Effects of Dynamic Range Compression in Popular Music Recordings - January 2014
5 comments
AES E-Library
A Digital Audio Recorder Format for Professional Applications
In anticipation of the emergence of Digital Audio Recorders, I have been conducting a program to investigate the applicability of various electrical and mechanical recording formats to the professional audio community. Operational features have been defined that a professional digital audio recorder must have to fulfill the needs of current recording techniques as well as new ones which will evolve because of the capabilities of digital recording. This paper presents a digital audio recorder format which provides these operational features.
Click to purchase paper or login as an AES member. If your company or school subscribes to the E-Library then switch to the institutional version. If you are not an AES member and would like to subscribe to the E-Library then Join the AES!
This paper costs $20 for non-members, $5 for AES members and is free for E-Library subscribers.
Learn more about the AES E-Library
Start a discussion about this paper!


text:
- Music
- Dining
- Attractions
- Sports
- Theater
- Art
- Family Fun
- Fitness/Health
- Neighborhoods
- About
- The Weekender
CVS, which attempted to get the Twig and Leaf property for a new drugstore, has reignited its interest in putting down roots in the Douglass Loop area.
According to Terra Long, legislative assistant to Councilman Tom Owen (8th District), the Woonsocket, R.I.-based chain is still trying to acquire property in the Douglass Loop area. Despite the landmark status granted to the Twig and Leaf restaurant this past April, a number of buildings—including Café Metro—are still vacant.
However, a local business may take over the space, ultimately thwarting the plan. Jenifer Frommeyer, director of Dreams With Wings, a social services organization that provides housing and support opportunities to developmentally disabled children and adults, is "working on" purchasing the end building on the block in question.
Dreams With Wings currently is located a few blocks north of the Loop at 1579 Bardstown Road.
In other neighborhood news, the old Hollywood Video at 2470 Bardstown Road will become a Kroger Spirits store at an undisclosed date.
More on this story as it develops.
Contact the author at email@example.com or www.leecopywriting.com.
|Douglass Loop-area building under contract; CVS purchase thwarted [News]
|X-it for ear X-tacy [News]
|My Venture to KFC Eleven
|The Dead Walk the Earth..or at least Bardstown Road [Attractions]
|New Twig and Leaf hearing scheduled [Highlands]
|CVS developers drop Twig and Leaf plan; diner may be protected [Highlands]
|Louisville news: Kentucky values = pollution, sticking it to African kids, inferior eyecare edition [News]


text:
In Boise, ID, we now have not one but TWO locations with Growler Stations ready to pour you your favorite brews! We now have two locations in Boise for all your growler needs: 36th & State and Columbia Village! To highlight the opening of this second station, we have special offers just for you: 8/13 … More Details
- Recipe Box
- What's on Sale?
- Pharmacy
- Healthy Living
- Departments
- Our Stores
- Our Company
- Blog: Market Mixx


text:
Jessica Cheetham did extremely well at CHAPS champs with Ferryhill Royal Debutante. Jess won Reserve Champion Junior Bursary Award winning a cheque for £100 towards training with her pony. Jess got to ride in 3 evening performances and loved every minute of it.
At the BSPS champs Jess won the premier league blue division with Little Briars Bartholomew. A fantastic win in pouring rain qualifying for the Evans Mini Supreme judged Saturday night in the evening performance - wow what an experience, Jess loved it!


text:
Training & Tutorials
Take your Manga skills to the next level...
Watch some webinars...Don't miss out on the latest training for Manga Studio,
brought to you by experts! Read More
Check out these video tutorials...From learning basic skills to mastering expert functions,
these will show you what you need. Read More


text:
Featured news
Inside the data encryption revolution
Thursday, 27 December 2007, 1:33 AM EST
"Just encrypting data is not the hard part," says Paul Kocher, president and chief scientist at Cryptography Research, a San Francisco-based firm that designs and analyzes security systems. "How do you decide how to regulate who should have access to keys? The strength of an encryption system is only as strong as the key."
At NewsFactor.
[ Read more ]


text:
Popular Posts
< http://www.dhstyles.com/SearchResults.asp?Search=Bla-Ko-20525 > "RUFFLES" Done Right! On SALE $28.49 - - ALL NEW: Sexy...
In honor of the biggest sale day of the year, Black Friday, we've decided to bring you an article on one of the most classic looks of al...
Leopard print, bold patterns, unique silhouettes; this fall is full of fashion forward trends that are everywhere from the streets to the r...
Every girl loves getting dolled up to go out on the town. Whether you're looking forward to a romantic evening with that special someone,...
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Marilyn Monroe Halter Dress Look! Pleated Skirt that flows out Beautifully! www.dhstyles.com Get 10% off on all orders above $69 (Valid to 09/09/10) Use Code*: strike10
Posted by Hannah Lee at 7:57 AM
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)


text:
The Leading eBooks Store Online
for Kindle Fire, Apple, Android, Nook, Kobo, PC, Mac, BlackBerry ...
A Brave Vessel
The True Tale of the Castaways Who Rescued Jamestown
Preview (read now) Add to my own site Give this ebook to a friend Add to my wishlist Author's page Publisher's page
more"At once a penetrating work of literary analysis and a riveting historical narrative." -Nathaniel Philbrick
Merging maritime adventure and early colonial history, A Brave Vessel charts a little-known chapter of the past that offers a window on the inspiration for one of Shakespeare's greatest works. In 1609, aspiring writer William Strachey set sail for the New World aboard the Sea Venture, only to wreck on the shores of Bermuda. Strachey's meticulous account of the tragedy, the castaways' time in Bermuda, and their arrival in a devastated Jamestown, remains among the most vivid writings of the early colonial period. Though Strachey had literary aspirations, only in the hands of another William would his tale make history as The Tempest-a fascinating connection across time and literature that Hobson Woodward brings vividly to life.
Penguin Group US; July 2009
288 pages; ISBN 9781101060322
Read online, or download in secure EPUB
Title: A Brave Vessel
Author: Hobson Woodward
288 pages; ISBN 9781101060322
Read online, or download in secure EPUB
Title: A Brave Vessel
Author: Hobson Woodward
Buy, download and read A Brave Vessel (eBook) by Hobson Woodward today!
More History
Killing Patton 2014 US$ 12.99 304 pages
History for the IB Diploma: Causes, Practices and Effects of Wars 2011 US$ 26.00 241 pages
Unbroken 2010 US$ 11.99
Rise of ISIS 2014 US$ 9.46 128 pages
Subject categories
- Academic > History > United States local history > The South. South Atlantic States > Virginia
- Academic > History > America > Descriptive accounts of America. Earliest to 1810
- Academic > History > Latin America. Spanish America
- Transportation > Ships & Shipbuilding
- History > Americas (North, Central, South, West Indies)
- History > Great Britain
- History > Caribbean & West Indies


text:
Main Content
Order today, receive no later than Friday, November 28th. Some limitations apply.
Sleek and supportive, this Skinz bra swim top from Fox is sure to get you noticed.
- Hand wash, line dry
- Metal cut-out brand logo at right strap
- Ties at back
- 100% Polyester lining
- 82% Polyamide nylon/18% Elastane shell
- Bikini top hooks in back
Fox Customers also liked:
Special event items are produced by manufacturers only after the outcome of a game or event. These are advanced sale items and will ship immediately after they are received in our warehouse.
Manufacturer direct items are shipped directly from the manufacturer. These items are not available for international or expedited shipping.
Customized items can be personalized with options such as your name, your favorite number, and/or designs. Some options may be limited by league rules.


text:
Designer 6-seat glass-top chrome-leg dining table; like new
This is a gorgeous glass-top (shaded brown) dining table. The legs are
chrome and are fitted into the glass in beautiful fashion.
It's in excellent condition and is my favorite piece of furniture. It is in perfect condition and was more than $300 when I bought it last year.
Nov 28 -
King Mattress Set package, protector, frame, pillows & local delivery
Ask for Michael Fisher 253-221-2016
Nov 28 -
Beach Style Dresser/Item Measures 35 Inches Wide, 17 Inches Deep and 51 Inches Tall/6 Drawers/Item Located at the Red Rooster Antique Mall, 1635 Main Street, Freeland WA 98249/Feel free to contact us at (360) 331-0150 for further information. Check out our website at www ...
Nov 28 -
Pine Chest
Pine Chest/Circa 1890's/Item Measures 29 Inches Wide, 17 Inches Deep and 32 Inches Tall/Item Located at the Red Rooster Antique Mall, 1635 Main Street, Freeland WA 98249. Feel free to contact us at (360) 331-0150 for any further information. Check out our website at www ...
Desk w/Chair
Desk w/Chair/Desk Measures 31 1/2 Inches Wide, 16 1/2 Inches Deep and 36 Inches Tall/Item Located at the Red Rooster Antique Mall, 1635 Main Street, Freeland WA 98249. For further information feel free to contact us at (360) 331-0150. Take a peak at our website at www ...
Cabinet for Home or Office
Built to order for $800.00. All wood, with laminate top. Measures 87 x 36 x 20 inches.
Can be free standing as a service counter, or used as a wall unit.
Double doors on each end hide shelves. Two center drawers are fitted with locks, keys available.
The back can ...
Nov 27 -
Port Angeles
Futon Frame
Futon Frame
We have futon slats that came from a folding futon sofa/bed. The main portion of the frame is about 26" wide. 6 ft long. The wood is in good shape. This can be used to make or repair your futon, make shelves, or use as a room partition.
Make cash only, You haul.
Nov 25 -
Coat/hat racks
Coat/hat racks
We have two coat/hat rack.
The 1st one is red, very simple in design and holds 4 coats and hats. Height is 6 ft. Base measures 22.5" across. Asking $15.oo for this one.
The 2nd one is a vintage office valet w/3 shelves that are 24" wide. 10" deep. The ...
Chrome / Glass display case
Chrome / Glass display case.
We have one older open sided, chromed / glass shelved display case.
The square 1" chromed tube frame is about 24"d x 48"w x 60" tall. (open on all sides). There are 3 poles in back and 3 poles in front. The 4 adjustable glass shelves are held ...
Vintage Kitchen Chairs
* * Vintage Kitchen Chairs
Here is a set of 6 vintage kitchen chairs. 5 are in good shape for their age; one may require some minor repair to the frame.
Asking $50 for the set of 6
Cash only, You haul
Large Formal Diningroom Table
We must sell our lovely large formal dining room table. Originally pd $5000. Will sacrificial for $1,600.
~Pix speak 1000 words...
~Has 2-18" leaves, expandable from 8' to 11'.
~No particleboard here, Gross weight is 335 lbs.
~2 fancy trio-pedestal type legs.
~Looks good, ...
glass desk, computer station
I have 2 L shaped glass computer work stations available at 150 dollars each. Also comes with the small file cabinet.
Nov 25 -
Lovesac "The Big One"
I love this thing but I moved and don't have room for it in my apartment. It is so soft and squishy and rivals the size of my couch. I have a Limited Edition Demon Velvish cover, which is black and has red stitching. Included is a pillow with speakers on both sides. I've had ...
Nov 25 -
Lift Recliner
we have a pride mobility lift recliner
not used, covered with a sheet
375# weight limit
reclines almost all the way
lifts to standing
Nov 25 -
Granite Falls
Pottery Barn Charlotte Bedside Table (Blue)
Two Pottery Barn light blue bedside tables in great, like new condition. Pottery Barn's original price for one was $199 plus taxes and shipping. $145 total for both tables...great price!
Nov 24 -
Pottery Barn Marcel Mini Sofa
Less than a year old, "Like New" Pottery Barn mini sofa. It is perfect for an office or an entry way, etc. Very cute and sturdy. $899 plus $80 Delivery Surcharge plus taxes plus regular shipping if bought today on Pottery Barn's online website. Also, it is a special order ...
Pottery Barn Tao Desa Ming Red Smart Technology Campton Media Armoire
Very very rare Pottery Barn Distressed Red Media Armoire. It uses smart technology (i.e., contains an internal electrical outlet). It was only online with Pottery Barn for a couple months before it was sold out. It cost over $2000 plus taxes and shipping. It is in fantastic, ...
Restoration Hardware 6'(72'') Belgian Linen Wingback Upholstered Sofa
A fantastic and stylish, like new, Restoration Hardware Belgian Linen sofa. This sofa was in a formal living room and rarely used. Moving to a smaller place and I don't have room for it. It was a special order item from Restoration Hardware and took 2 months to arrive. I ...
(6) Ikea Harry chairs
Six Ikea Harry chairs in good condition.
Nov 24 -
Cavalier Cedar chest
I have two Cavalier Cedar chests. 125.00 each chest.
Drexal Heritage Corinthian Blond Ash burl 65" table with (2) 20"leaves
Corinthian by Drexel Heritage Dining Table in Blonde ash burl. Measures 65" long, 40" wide, and 29" tall. It also comes with 2 20" drop in leaves to extend the table out to 105" long! Comes with the 6 chairs shown, 2 captains and 4 regular chairs. One of the chairs got ...
Drexal Heritage Blonde ash burl china hutch
Corinthian by Drexel Heritage breakfront china cabinet in Blonde ash burl. Measures 69" wide, 17" deep, and 83" tall. Lighted with dimmer switch. 3 drawers and two side cabinets for storage. Some dings and scratches but still a great looking piece. All of the glass is also ...
Beautiful, solid wood dining set from Ikea
beautiful, solid dining table feom Ikea with matching chairs. Only one year old, very well cared for, practically like new. Seats 6 and can be extended. Great for big family dinners and hosting but also for everyday use. The table could also be bought separately (price ...
Nov 23 -
Rolltop Desk nicely crafted from hardwood
Beautifully made, all solid hard wood, 50 plus yr old very nicely crafted hardwood rolltop desk 253-666-075nine. Would make wonderful graduation gift, very nice office addition, etc.
Nov 23 -


text:
Ads by Google AdSense
KUEN is a full service television station in Ogden, Utah, broadcasting on local digital UHF channel 36 and virtual channel 9 to the Salt Lake City, Utah area. Founded in 1986, it is owned by Utah State Board of Regents and branded as UEN-TV. KUEN is a member station of ... See more
Playlist, tracklist, top songs played coming soon...
PC requires Windows Media Player - Mac additionally requires Real Player - See FAQs for more info on how to listen to live streaming radio.


text:
Corporate Trends Pack
Jade is a font family containing three weights in regular and italic style.
It is perfect for both web and print due to the squareish design which makes it easy to read.
Single user, to create unlimited end products. The total price includes the item price and a buyer fee.
More details
Why buy with Envato


text:
You must log in to access this feature. Sign in with Twellow or Facebook to get started.
By signing in to Twellow, you indicate your agreement to our terms of service.
Simply connect with Facebook and kiss those password blues away,
or go here to reset your password.
Countryside Properties is a responsible developer of new homes and communities. We are also specialists in regeneration and design and build contracting.


text:
Crazy funk for your home or other style necessities. :D
My entry into the Spoonflower/Betabrand gaming/8-bit fabric design contest. Sadly, I did not win. :( However, the winning piece was a gorgeous and clever pin stripe made with a space-invader motif.
My local news station had a piece on people with physical disabilities who play second life games online. In this realm, their avatars dance the night away in a way they can't do in the other realm we sometimes refer to as 'reality.' This story inspired me to make this disco-themed design.
#pixel #pixelart #disco #bright #gaming #avatar #secondlife #online #internet #pink #blue #black
My Avatar Loves the Nightlife
by K_c_s
Art Print
Collect your choice of gallery quality Giclée, or fine art prints custom trimmed by hand in a variety of sizes with a white border for framing.
- 146Promote
Woo-hoo! Thanks for letting me know trebam! Thanks for your support, all! And thank you cats, Brooke, trebam (again), and out of the mists!


text:
So here is a study promoting the apparent benfits of low carb/fat diets.
Follow us on Twitter @JunkScienceMy Tweets
So here is a study promoting the apparent benfits of low carb/fat diets.
Posted in Diet-Heart Hypothesis
Tagged low carb benefits.
Reforming health care is a signature issue with the current administration, but even the most ardent proponents of Obamacare would be reluctant to call it a success. Notwithstanding the well-publicized problems, of the countless billions spent on this program, precious little has gone into actual patient care. But really, what should we expect from a system designed by soulless bureaucrats such as "bioethicist" Ezekiel Emanuel and Donald Berwick, former Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services?
Posted in Diabetes, Diet-Heart Hypothesis, FDA, Health, Junk scientists
Tagged disease care, health care
I get really tired of people talking nutrition and diet. Food's important to me but there is no magic healthy eating.
Posted in Diet-Heart Hypothesis, Food poisoning
Tagged cholesterol
Thomas Lifson reports on the Saturated Fats are OK study and the reaction from the food nuts. Food "experts" are very much like climate junkster "experts."
Posted in Cholesterol, Diet-Heart Hypothesis, Food nannies, Food scares, Meat
The problem of atrial fibrillation is found to be aggravated by obesity.
Posted in Diet-Heart Hypothesis
Tagged obesity
From a registered clinical trial involving 112 study subjects published in the September 2013 American Journal of Clinical Nutrition: Continue reading
Posted in Diet-Heart Hypothesis, Food nannies
Regardless of the validity of the researchers dubious HDL claims, unfortunately for these researchers, cholesterol levels have nothing to do with risk of heart disease. Continue reading
Posted in Diet-Heart Hypothesis, Tobacco


text:
Hi all,
I have an interview on Thursday for the post of Jr. Support Technician. It's in a secondary school and there are 3 other people in the Support Team (NM, Senior Tech and another Tech). I'm just after a few pointers really as to what to do before / during the interview, and what are some common questions that might crop up. I hope I get this, sick of working alongside RM.
Cheers guys!


text:
Home » News » Crime » Fugitive of the Week
Recent Fugitives
Recent Crime
30 years later, Tammy Belanger isn't forgotten
Dover police searching for two men after pizzeria robbery
Briefs: Man charged after gun goes off; Salmonella outbreak; Two hurt in fall from roof
Innocent verdict in vehicle death of former Amherst Fire Chief
NH Guard Officer convicted of sex trafficking
of the Week:
David Lacasse
Lacasse, 28, is wanted on warrants from Rockingham County Superior Court for failure to appear on a charge of being a felon in possession of a firearm. Lacasse is described as 5-feet-7, 201 pounds, with brown eyes and blond hair. He was last known to be living in the Manchester/Derry area, where he is known to have family, friends and associates.


text:
7 Things Houstonians Don't Care About
By Chris Lane
The Weirdest Texas School Mascots
By Jeff Balke
By Aaron Reiss
By Angelica Leicht
Behind the Doors of the Spy Store
By Dianna Wray
The Best Things in Houston Pawn Shops
By Aaron Reiss
Ten Underrated Things About Houston
By Camilo Smith
Pet Products for the Rich and Insane
By Craig Malisow
Built in 1925, the Warwick is another of those rare Houston gems from time gone by. Old World elegance combined with a recent face-lift make for splendid accommodations: fabulous rooms, a great lobby and the most informed concierge in town, plus the elegant Hunt Room, with its marble fireplace and great steaks. The 12-story structure abuts Hermann Park and the Texas Medical Center. It's a location convenient to airports, the Galleria and downtown that feels secluded thanks to the grand old oaks of the Museum District. Bob Hope once called the view from the penthouse the most beautiful in the world. Who are we to argue with that?


text:
Weather Links
Humidity 83%
Winds 3.5mph
Sponsored by: Arceneaux Ford
Humidity 83%
Winds 3.5mph
Dec 5, 2013 3:07 PM by Ian Auzenne
A St. Martinville man is dead after being thrown from his truck during a crash last night in St. Martin Parish.
The incident took place around 10:40 p.m. on LA 96 near Duchamp Road.
State troopers say 55-year-old Brady Hebert ran off the road and hit a ditch embankment, causing the truck to overturn. Hebert was pronounced dead at the scene.
Troopers say Hebert was not wearing a seatbelt.
The crash remains under investigation.
13 hours ago


text:
Police chief concerned, frustrated by prospect of more budget cuts
By Ken Fields
City News Service
A visibly frustrated Police Chief William Lansdowne on Wednesday presented a bleak portrait of the city's public-safety prospects in the aftermath of cuts he will soon have to make in his already bare-bones department in the absence of new revenue.
As directed by Jay Goldstone, the city's chief operating officer, Lansdowne detailed his proposals for slashing $15.9 million from the department's budget for the 2011-12 fiscal year in the event that new municipal income fails to fill the deepening holes in the budget.
The only immediate prospect for such a funding influx is Proposition D, a half-cent sales tax increase that will be on the Nov. 2 ballot.
Noting that he was prohibited by law from making statements that could be construed as campaigning, Lansdowne urged the public to back what he vaguely referred to as Mayor Jerry Sanders' "plan" to address the city's projected deficit of $72 million in the coming year.
Sanders is strongly advocating passage of the five-year sales tax, which would only go into effect after 10 measures, including pension system changes, are implemented.
Lansdowne warned that the prospect of further reductions in his department — most notably the loss of 162 sworn officers — is "threatening the very lifeline of safety in the city of San Diego."
"And that public safety is (in danger of) being sacrificed as we speak," he said during a mid-afternoon briefing at downtown San Diego Police Department headquarters.
Making his points forcefully and showing flashes of anger, Lansdowne — who said he'd been asked by Sanders to "speak with my heart" — openly showed his exasperation over having to further pare down his fiscally struggling department.
"I've cut everywhere I can cut," Lansdowne said. "There's nowhere else to cut."
Opponents to Proposition D, including City Councilman Carl DeMaio, accuse Sanders and other proponents of trying to frighten the public into voting for the tax increase by threatening public safety cuts that would not be allowed to happen anyway.
Those fighting the proposed tax increase argue that it would be an egregious burden on a local economy already beleaguered by a deep recession.
"Proposition D adds a half-a-billion-dollar tax increase to the challenges already faced by San Diego's working families and small businesses," DeMaio said.
"That's why such an expansive business coalition has formed to oppose this misguided proposition, (which) not only hurts our economy but sets back reform in city government."
Lansdowne emphatically responded to opponents' "scare tactics" charges during the news conference.
"I'm the chief of police in San Diego, and I am the expert," he said, his voice rising. "And I'm here to tell you that if I have to cut 15.9 million dollars out of this budget, it's going to affect public safety."
Lansdowne also addressed the position of DeMaio and other Proposition D opponents that the City Council can find ways to save enough money to close budgetary shortfalls without adversely affecting public safety.
"I've been made promises to for the last 43 years, and I've learned to take those with a grain of salt," Lansdowne said. "I didn't think they would cut us last year, when they cut those 133 police officers. But they did it."


text:
While this is a pilot project - if all of this, as I plan to, it will be like Missing Information only in the GoldSource engine.
I really like how it being on gold source engine gives it that HL2 alpha feel to it. Btw, nice model porting.
This shadows looking ugly with this model.


text:
My life as a punk, continued
How do we loathe Jilda Unruh? Let us count the ways.
More puppy horror stories.
Read all about it: Republicans conspire to ruin public education!
Out from under a rock: Lots of hearts go out to the homeless
What, is everybody's brother gay?
People don't go sifting through your luggage in Oregon!
Documenting devastation near and far-of the body, the mind, and the soul


text:
I'm very pleased to show some of my favorite photos from a maternity portrait session with Marcella and Ryan. We had a fun time making these photos!
Category: Maternity Tagged:
Comments are closed.
Blog at WordPress.com.
The Photographer Theme.
Get every new post delivered to your Inbox.
Join 1,361 other followers


text:
Law School Applications Crater
Information about patent and trademark applications, processes and maintenance requirements is much more accessible to the public than it used to be. In particular, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has...more
DOE has developed a small business "All-in-one Application Tool" for small businesses looking for funds to advance clean energy technologies. The online tool provides a guide for potential applicants for the topics under the...more
Ten years ago, on September 21, 2004, the USPTO implemented the portion of the 21st Century Strategic Plan permitting the use of electronic or mechanical signatures, called "S-signatures," on papers filed at the USPTO. Now a...more
A brand owner's non-traditional trademark application will sometimes gain the critical attention of multiple direct competitors. Gibson Guitar's unlucky number is apparently fifteen....more
Marks that border the line that divides descriptive from generic often topple into a virtual "black hole" on the distinctiveness continuum. The owner of such a mark may be required to meet an indefinite threshold of proof to...more
In United States trademark applications, it is not uncommon for an Examining Attorney to issue a disclaimer requirement for descriptive portions of a mark. Disclaimers have particular significance in three steps of the...more
Nonimmigrant and immigrant visa application fees for certain visa categories will change on September 12, 2014. All visa applicants must pay the fee amounts in effect on the day they pay, with the exception of Immigrant Visa...more
On August 19th, the Federal Communications Commission released a public notice detailing the application process for entities interested in participating in the rural broadband experiments. The notice outlines specific...more
On August 19, the FCC's Wireline Competition Bureau released a public notice establishing the process for applying for support under the Rural Broadband Experiments program. Applications under this program must be submitted...more
Obtaining a trademark registration in the United States is a process consisting of several phases and takes several months to several years, depending on various factors and issues raised. We highlight below the various...more
Biologics are large molecules made from, derived from, or extracted from a natural source such as a human, animal, or microorganism that are used in the treatment, diagnosis, or prevention of disease. Biologics include...more
What is Form 1023-EZ? -
On July 1, 2014, the Internal Revenue Service introduced a new, shorter application for smaller charities to apply for tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. ...more
In Rodriguez v. Raymours Furniture Co., Inc., No. A-4329-12T3, 2014 WL 2765273 (App. Div. June 19, 2014), New Jersey's Appellate Division upheld a provision in a job application that limited the time in which an employee...more
The Internal Revenue Service (the "IRS") has significantly streamlined the application process for small nonprofits seeking recognition as tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations through the release of a new application form on...more
Sixteen companies submitted applications to the New York Gaming Facility Location Board yesterday, the application deadline. Five applications were submitted for the Capital Region, eight for the Catskills/ Hudson Valley...more
Do you want your company to control .app or .restaurant? Applying to operate a generic top-level domain (gTLD) isn't for the faint of heart. Although several hundred companies ponied up the $185,000 application fee for over...more
It is common knowledge that applying for Social Security Disability is not an easy process. Any kind of mistake made on the application or missing information can lead to a denial and a lengthy appeal. Currently less than...more
On Thursday, 29 May 2014, the U.S. Department of Energy ("DOE") announced a proposed change to the procedures it will use to process applications to export LNG to non-free trade agreement ("non-FTA") countries. This is a...more
The America Invents Act (AIA) changes the traditional calculus in determining whether to seek patenting an invention or to maintain it as a trade secret. This shift in intellectual property protection is the result of two...more
A significant change is pending regarding the Internal Revenue Service's Application for Recognition of Exempt Status (IRS Form 1023). If approved by the Treasury's Office of Management and Budget (OMB), the change will...more
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) is now accepting applications for PG&E's Fifth Renewable Auction Mechanism (RAM) Request for Offers (RFO), known as "RAM 5." The RAM 5 RFO is available to renewable electric energy generating...more
Yesterday, the United States Department of Energy (DOE) issued proposed new procedures for liquefied natural gas (LNG) export decisions. The proposal applies only to applications to export LNG from the Lower-48 states to...more
On Thursday, May 16, 2014, the North Dakota Industrial Commission released a notice announcing new requirements for applications to drill additional wells in the Bakken and Three-Forks. The NDIC is now requiring that all...more
So, you have thoughtfully and thoroughly prepared the Form 1023 Application for Recognition of Exemption Under Section 501(c)(3) ("Form 1023" or "application") on behalf of a charity, and filed it with the IRS along with a...more
In Shammas v. Focarino, the Eastern District of Virginia holds that an applicant must pay the government attorney's fees regardless of the applicant's success in a Section 1071(b) civil matter.
Back to Top
Copyright ©


text:
Chicago Blackhawks v Columbus Blue Jackets
Updated: December 18, 2011 5:26PM
VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Rostislav Olesz still feels confident. At least, that's what he said before the Blackhawks left to start their six-game road trip.
"It's the same," Olesz told the Sun-Times. "But the game during the season is totally different than it is during the preseason. It's a totally different game and situation on the ice."
Since acquiring Olesz from the Florida Panthers in a salary-swap for defenseman Brian Campbell this summer, general manager Stan Bowman always insisted that it was a matter of finding where Olesz fits in on the Hawks. Right now, it appears nowhere.
Olesz was put on waivers Wednesday before the Hawks played the Vancouver Canucks. If he clears, the Hawks have the option of sending him to the Rockford IceHogs. Another team can also claim him. Both situations would help the Hawks' salary cap since Olesz carries a hefty hit of $3.125 million. The Hawks also could recall a player with Olesz gone. Ben Smith is an option. Smith, a playoff hero last year with the Hawks, has produced in Rockford and was scratched for the IceHogs' game Wednesday.
With Dave Bolland hurt, Olesz played the last four games mostly on the fourth line. But with Bolland returning from his foot injury against the Canucks, Olesz would have likely been a healthy scratch for the 13th time this season. He practiced with the team Tuesday at Rogers Arena, but didn't take the ice for their morning skate Wednesday.
Olesz said he liked playing in the Hawks system compared to his time in Florida. But since playing 11:22 against the St. Louis Blues last week, his ice time decreased every game. He played only 7:15 against the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday.
There's been little productivity from Olesz, the seventh overall pick in 2004. The 26-year-old is a minus-1 in six games with six penalty minutes.
"He didn't get a ton of opportunities," coach Joel Quenne-ville said. "His opportunity was limited, but I guess sometimes you earn your opportunity as you go a long here. His production, you could say he hasn't produced probably at the rate — and I'm not necessarily just talking production — but his overall game, maybe we were looking for more."
Olesz said before playing the Oilers that felt that he was "getting better every game."
"It's about the team effort when playing the game," he said. "Individually, we have to help the team. It doesn't matter how you have to. You have to be part of the game."
In and out
Bolland returned to the lineup after missing three games after getting hurt when he blocked a shot against the Blues. He said after Wednesday's morning skate that he felt much better and that the prospect of facing the Canucks' Henrik and Daniel Sedin seemed to help too.
"It's always great playing these guys with the rivalry we have with them and the hype and everything," Bolland said. "They are always big games."
Defenseman Brent Seabrook sat out against the Canucks after injuring his leg when he fell awkwardly into the boards against the Oilers on Sunday.
"He's progressing really well," Quenneville said. "We'll know more each day."


text:
Stability and bold new reforms after a period of political and economic turmoil will yield Egypt GDP growth of 3.5 per cent in the year to 2015 and 5 to 6 per cent thereafter, according to Renaissance Capital.
Last week, Egypt posted GDP growth of 2.2 per cent for the year to June 2014. That is inadequate for a country with high unemployment and a youthful population. But the GDP figures also hinted at substance behind the hope that has surged through Egypt since President Fattah al-Sisi came to power earlier this year: in the three months to June, GDP rose 3.7 per cent. Read more


text:
Kent Taylor
|Kent Taylor
|Louis William Weiss
May 11, 1907
Nashua, Iowa, U.S.
|April 11, 1987
(aged 79)
Woodland Hills, Los Angeles
California, U.S.
Resting place
|Westwood Village Memorial Park Cemetery in Los Angeles
|Years active
|Augusta Kulek Taylor (1930-1987) (his death) (3 children)
Kent Taylor (May 11, 1907 – April 11, 1987) was an American actor of film and television.[1]
Born Louis William Weiss in Nashua in northeastern Iowa, Taylor appeared in more than 110 films, the bulk of them B-movies in the 1930s and 1940s, although he also had roles in more prestigious studio releases, including I'm No Angel (1933), Cradle Song (1933), Death Takes a Holiday (1934), Payment on Demand (1951), and Track the Man Down (1955). He had the lead role in Half Past Midnight in 1948, among a few others.[1]
In the 1950s, with his movie career on the decline and television production on the upswing, he played the title role in 58 episodes of the detective series Boston Blackie and the lead, as Captain Jim Flagg, in ABC's The Rough Riders, an adventure series about three soldiers, two Union and one Confederate, traveling together through the American West after the Civil War. The Rough Riders aired thirty-nine episodes from 1958 to 1959.[1]
Other small screen credits include My Little Margie, Tales of Wells Fargo, Zorro, Riverboat, The Rifleman, Tombstone Territory, Sugarfoot, Bat Masterson, Laramie, Mr. Lucky, Tightrope, Peter Gunn, Hawaiian Eye, The Brothers Brannagan, The Ann Sothern Show, and Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea.[1]
The last years of his career were spent in slasher and horror films with titles like Satan's Sadists, Blood of Ghastly Horror, I Spit on Your Corpse, and Hell's Bloody Devils.[1]
Along with Clark Gable, Kent Taylor served as the inspiration behind the name of Superman's alter-ego - Clark Kent.[2]
- ^ a b c d e "Kent Taylor". Internet Movie Data Base. Retrieved March 5, 2013.
- ^ Gross, John (December 15, 1987). "Books of the Times". New York Times. Retrieved 2007-01-29.
External links[edit]
|Wikimedia Commons has media related to Kent Taylor.


text:
Big Boulder Townhome Rental Photos and Description
Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
New beds, fresh paint and new hardwood flooring. Steps to Mountain Beach Club. We provide passes to club which has a heated pool pool, beach w aqua trampoline, tennis and boat rentals (sailboats, pontoon boats, kayaks, canoes, rowboats, & paddle boats. ) There are also showers, children's activities, a playground and a beach bar.
It is a walk to Boulder View Tavern and minutes from other restaurants as well as Camel back and Split Rock Water parks. White water rafting and hiking are nearby,
Beautiful 3 bedroom with lake views, wood burning fireplace, new large screen TV, jetted tub, balconies, and cathedral ceilings
Beautiful 3 bedroom with lake views, wood burning fireplace, new large screen TVs, jetted tub, balconies, and cathedral ceilings
- Suitability:
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- children welcome
About Owner/Property Manager
We live 1.5 hours away in northern NJ.
Owner/Property Manager purchased this townhome in 2012
Why Owner/Property Manager chose Big Boulder
We love the Blue Heron Community and you will too.
What makes this townhome unique
Fireplace with stock of fire wood, Walk to slopes Great restaurant on-site ...


text: Billy & Karen Vaughn Share This: Print Latest News The Forgotten War... the Forgotten Warrior In a nation of over three hundred million people, it's easy enough to overlook the fact that approximately 35,000 of our bravest and most honorable citizens are still very much engaged in a war; living, breathing, and dying far away from all they love... and all who love them. Never in the course of our nation's history have so few taken on the responsibility of defending so many. Apr 10, 2014 12:50 PM PT 'I Didn't Join to Be Sacrificed': U.S. Troops Fed Up with Risky Afghanistan Strategy U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan are now forced to fight a two-fronted war. Before each deployment, these soldiers understand fully that day after day they will do battle against relentless terrorists with shifting loyalties and unspeakable hatred. But what none of them could have foreseen was the killing field that would open from their rear: the Continental United States. Feb 11, 2014 6:04 PM PT Silence Reigned, Heroes Died This nation had a right to know. We had a right to cast an informed vote in 2012. We should have been told that Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton both acknowledged they'd put career before the lives of our nation's heroes… before the life of our only son. We should have been told that our Vice President, the second in command of our military forces, hadn't made a sound decision on national defense in four decades. Jan 30, 2014 5:35 PM PT


text:
The big stories on ZDNet this week: September 27, 2013
Summary: We take a look back at some of the major stories that broke September 23-27 — including Apple sales figures, BlackBerry's massive loss, Surface tablets, and Google security woes.
11 of 15Image
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 may be region locked
Samsung's Galaxy Note 3 is available in Europe, and will coming to the U.S. in early October. But controversy stirred when European buyers noticed a sticker on the box indicating the long-awaited smartphone can only be used with a European SIM card.
Read more: Samsung Galaxy Note 3 may be region locked, limiting worldwide usage
Related: Samsung gives Note 3 'no questions asked' protection for South Africa | CNET Asia: Samsung Galaxy Note 3 launches in Indonesia | CNET: Samsung's Galaxy Note 3 has new leather-and-stitching look and more multitasking (hands-on)
Image: CNET
Google glitch sends Hangouts, Talk chats to wrong recipients
Google acknowledged this week issue with Google Hangouts and Google Talk, which mistakenly sent messages to the wrong person. ZDNet's Australia bureau experienced this first-hand, and confirmed it was also an issue within enterprise-based Google Apps for Business accounts.
Read more: Google Hangouts/GTalk glitch sends chats to wrong recipients
Related: Thank you, Google, for the new homework assignment: Hangouts vs. Chat | Google Talk: Down and out in Google IM, VoIP, & video-conferencing | CNET: Google quietly starts 720p HD Hangouts rollout
Image: Google
Google overhauls search engine with "Hummingbird"
A decade-and-a-half after Google was founded, the search giant announced this week a major update of its search engine: Hummingbird. This major change to the core algorithm is its biggest since the launch of "Caffeine" in 2010.
Read more: Hummingbird: Google overhauls search engine
Related: Google rolls out voice search for Gmail, Calendar and Google+ | Google rolling out Knowledge Graph to English speakers worldwide | Google search: This time it's personal | CNET: Google Search now powered by a Hummingbird
Image: Google
Kick off your day with ZDNet's daily email newsletter. It's the freshest tech news and opinion, served hot. Get it.


text:
Select () or exclude () categories to narrow your recipe search.
As you select categories, the number of matching recipes will update.
Find exactly what you're looking for with the web's most powerful recipe filtering tool.
1/2 Photos of Roasted Asparagus With Balsamic Browned Butter - Healthy Low-Cal
Prep Time:
Cook Time:
5 mins
15 mins
Flavourful and healthy side-dish!
Units: US | Metric
Serving Size: 1 (80 g)
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Every recipe, menu, tip and how-to is right here, at your service.


text:
The Venezuelan Media Blow the Whistle on Obama's Diabolical "Weapon of Earthquakes"
You really can't get anything past the Venezuelan media, can you?
Both a Venezuelan state-owned radio and television properties zeroed in on a secret U.S. "weapon of earthquakes" as the cause of the earthquake that struck Haiti last week causing a death toll could exceed 200,000 according to some sources.
On the website of Radio Nacional de Venezuela (RNV) are published statements of the university professor, Vladimir Acosta, a regular contributor to the media controlled by the government of Hugo Chávez, accusing the U.S. of wanting to make Haiti a protectorate under the guise of the natural disaster.
But to further the conspiracy theory, argued that "we have the worrisome suspicion that this earthquake may be associated with the project called HAARP, a system that can generate violent and unexpected changes in climate."
The idea that President Obama would use a weather-controlling weapon to cause the Haitian earthquake is absurd.
That would involve formulating a plan and making a decision.
(via Andrew Sullivan)
Tags: Barack Obama, Climate Change, Haiti, Hugo Chavez, Venezuela
About Us
Comedy Central's Indecision is the network's digital hub for news, politics and other jokes: we're here, we're everywhere. We're not affiliated with any television show. We're affiliated with ourselves.


text:
From The Print Section :: Page 121
Funderburg Farm— Asking horses to trust people
At the place where east Hyde Road ends and unspoiled farmland begins, Pat Funderburg has his own practice of asking, not telling, and working with instead of against, the horses on his family's farm.
Politics divide local Catholics
Recently, some parishioners have made public their distress that St. Paul Catholic Church has become more politically conservative and at the same time less welcoming to Yellow Springs residents.
April 5, 2012 Bulldog Sports Round-up
April 5, 2012 Bulldog Sports Round-up
Toxic sites are under control
Over the past two decades, Vernay, along with Morris Bean & Company, YSI, Inc. and the Village Water Reclamation plant, have all been point sources of pollution to local ground and surface water. But through their efforts and work with the U.S. and Ohio Environmental Protection Agencies, all four point sources of area water pollution have made strides to control and mitigate the damage they caused to the local watershed.
Council takes on distracted driving
At their March 19 meeting, Village Council members had an initial dialogue on a proposed local law to ban texting while driving. The item was discussion only, although Council plans to vote on an ordinance at its April 2 meeting.
McKinney focuses on wellness
Bullying is a problem everywhere in schools today, according to longtime McKinney Middle School teacher Sarah Lowe, and Yellow Springs is no exception.
Schools initiate new tax levy
Yellow Springs school board members faced a room of empty chairs last week as they discussed a school tax hike at their "committee of the whole" meeting on Thursday, March 22.
Richard Northway
Richard Northway
March 29, 2012 Bulldog Sports Round-up
March 29, 2012 Bulldog Sports Round-up
AU names new chancellor
This week Antioch University announced that Felice Nudelman, executive director of education for the New York Times Company, will be the university's new chancellor beginning July 1. Nudelman will take the place of current Chancellor Toni Murdock, who is retiring at the end of seven years in that position.


text:
One dead after pedestrian-vehicle crash in Las Lomas
A 56-year-old Watsonville man was struck and killed while walking in the roadway of Las Lomas Drive Monday night, California Highway Patrol officers said.
A driver in a pickup struck the man at approximately 20 to 25 miles per hour just before 8 p.m. Both the pedestrian and the driver were traveling northbound. The truck came to rest facing in a northerly direction.
Medical personnel attempted CPR on the pedestrian but he was declared dead at the scene.
Neither the truck's driver nor his three passengers were injured.
CHP officers said they are investigating the collision and it's believed that the pedestrian may have been under the influence of alcohol at the time. His name has not yet been released.
Copyright © 2014, KION. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.


text:
Hollywood gives charity the star treatment
In the spirit of giving, Hollywood Casino's General Manager, Anthony Carlucci Hollywood helped pass out toys donated by Hollywood Casino Tunica to over 115 children of needy families who participate in the Mississippi Work Program TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) on Sunday, December 19 in Hernando, Miss.
Mary Vick, TANF Work Program Supervisor, Jo Pitts, TANF Work Program Case Manager, and Carol McHann, TANF Work Program Case Manager, organized the Christmas gift giveaway, They served150 to 200 families.
Latest News
Free markets over government control The news about Chris...
CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE Scott Rhines at Tunica...
Town to proceed with apartment demolition The fire whistle...
County requiring two weeks' notice for agenda items When citizens, county...
News Briefs County answers Hollywood...
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8


text:
WASHINGTON – Orders for durable goods and the number of Americans signing contracts to buy an existing home rebounded in May, easing concern the world's largest economy is faltering.
Bookings for goods meant to last at least three years rose 1.1 percent, the first increase since February, a Commerce Department report showed Wednesday. Pending home sales climbed 5.9 percent after slumping 5.5 percent in April, according to data from the National Association of Realtors.
The economy is growing, but it's still muddling through, said Joseph LaVorgna, chief U.S. economist at Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. in New York, who forecast a gain in durables orders and pending home sales. Concerns about the collapse of manufacturing are grossly overblown. We're in a housing recovery.
The increase in demand for U.S. durable goods followed a revised 0.2 percent drop in April that was reported as little changed. Orders fell 6.8 percent in the first four months of the year.
May looked OK, but the trend is still relatively soft, said Michael Feroli, chief U.S. economist at JPMorgan Chase in New York. It's soft, but it's not collapsing.
Manufacturing is probably going to slow here in the middle of the year, Feroli said.
The median forecast of 76 economists surveyed by Bloomberg News called for a 0.5 percent gain in durable-goods orders. Survey estimates ranged from a decline of 1.5 percent to an increase of 2 percent.
Meantime, housing is showing signs of stabilizing. Pending home sales provide insight into actual contract closings a month or two later. Purchases of existing homes, which made up about 93 percent of the housing market last year, are tabulated when the contract closes.
Wednesday's figures suggest sales of existing homes will rebound after a drop in May. Purchases declined 1.5 percent last month to a 4.55 million annual rate, the Realtors group said June 21.
Compared with a year earlier, May pending sales of previously owned properties climbed 15.3 percent after a 14.7 percent April gain.
The for sale' housing market has, in fact, bottomed, Stuart Miller, CEO of builder Lennar Corp. said. We have commenced a slow and steady recovery process.