text:
Apartment : Room for Rent in Pangsapuri Kelana Impian, Jalan SS8/7, 47300, Petaling Jaya, Selangor-RM650
April 23, 2013 |
Q & A Zone : Comments
Please leave your comment or question here and i will get notified of the message in my email. Thanks.
Sorry, this post is expired. This room might be rented out.


text:
The latest version of Adobe Flash Player is required to watch this video.
Please click on the link below to download the latest version. Thanks!
China is set to overtake Japan as the second-largest economy in the world.
China is already the biggest exporter in the world, the biggest steel producer, and it buys more cars than any other country.
"Japan was the powerhouse driving the rest of Asia," said Rob Subbaraman, chief Asia economist for Nomura Securities. "Now the tide is turning and China is becoming a powerful influence on the rest of Asia, including Japan."
But China still has problems. It faces a huge gap between the rich elite and the poor majority.
However, a growing number of Chinese are moving into the middle class and many are starting their own businesses.
China is also facing an economic slowdown, but analysts don't expect a full-blown recession.
Log in or create an account to post a comment.
Are you seeking answers in life? Are you hurting? Are you facing a difficult situation?
Find peace with God, discover more about God or send us your prayer request.
Call The 700 Club Prayer Center at 1 (800) 823-6053, 24 hours a day.
A caring friend will be there to pray with you in your time of need.
CBN News is a national/international, nonprofit news organization that provides programming by cable, satellite, and the Internet, 24-hours a day. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.
More Info
Sign up for the CBN News Dispatch and receive CBN News Reports in your inbox each day.Subscribe Now >>
Add CBN News, articles, latest videos and blog feeds to your favorite RSS reader. Subscribe Now >>
E-mail us your news tips, story ideas, questions & comments. Contact Us >>

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Thinking Cap
7 comments:
That kid kills me. Lady stuff like these pins and the comments they inspire: http://www.regretsy.com/2012/08/28/pens-envy/ReplyDelete
Uggh. PENS not pins.ReplyDelete
I'm so glad you're writing this down. Priceless.ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks, Marianne. He gets me.Delete
well if the kids are suggesting you to what you forget about then you should admit it that your memory has reached a severe critical low level of remembrance...although the suggestions of kids are very absurd indeed.ReplyDelete
reflective essay writing
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)


text:
This is the first tutorial of my four part series dealing with character animation. These tutorials are targeted for beginners wanting to learn the basics of organic modeling, uvw mapping, texturing, rigging, and creating a cute 3d monster. In this first part we're going to create the geometry and you'll learn about polygon modeling and subdivision surfaces. I'll do my best to keep things as simple as possible.
In the picture below you see the 3d monster we're going to create. There is a low polygon model on the left and the final subdivided model on the right. The goal is not to create the model as fast as possible but rather to give beginners a chance to experiment with different modeling tools. You need to know the basics about the interface, modifiers, and the transform tools to be able to complete this tutorial. I'm using 3ds Max 2011.
I recommend using reference photos/images whenever possible to make the modeling process easier. I have prepared two images that you can use while modeling the monster. Please download the following files:
Create a Plane () in the front viewport . Modify the Plane ( ) according to the following parameters :
Create another Plane in the left viewport with the same settings. Now we have two planes in the scene. Go to the left viewport and align () the planes vertically ( ).
Let's apply the reference images to the planes. Open Material Editor () and create the materials for the planes:
If the images are displayed in low resolution go to the display driver settings and and maximize the resolution ().
Chances are that your planes are near zero or intersecting with each other. In either case, the planes will get in the way when we start the modeling. Let's move them in the top viewport:
Now we're ready to start the modeling process.
There are some keyboard shortcuts that are extremely useful during the modeling process:
We're going to model polygon by polygon, so let's create the very first polygon to have something to work with. Create a small Plane () in the front viewport and apply ( ) the following parameters to it:
Add Edit Poly modifier to it (). We're going to start the modeling from the lower lip. Activate the vertex sub-object level and move the vertices according to picture below. I recommend concentrating on one vertex at a time. First position the vertex in the front viewport and then in the left viewport.
Now the first polygon is in place. Since our 3d monster will be symmetrical we're going to create only half of it and complete it with the help of a Symmetry modifier. This character is going to be animated so we'll create it by using quads () only. ( Quads deform better than triangles.)
Let's create a new polygon by cloning:
Let's repeat the cloning process several times to create polygons around the mouth. Whenever you create a new polygon, remember to move the vertices in both the front and left viewports!
Tip: Press ALT X in keyboard to make the selected object transparent. This might help when positioning the vertices.
You can also clone several edges at once:
So far we've created new polygons by cloning edges but we can also clone polygons:
Whenever there are two border edges that we want to connect with a polygon, we can use the Bridge tool:
Our goal is to create a unified surface where polygons share vertices with all adjacent polygons. Often there's a need to weld vertices of adjacent polygons together. Let's try this in practice:
The Scale tool can be an effective method of creating new polygons:
Let's clone some polygons in the left viewport:
This is actually an optional step but highly recommended nevertheless. The idea of this tutorial is to create a half of a low polygon model, complete it with the Symmetry modifier, and smoothen the surface with the Turbosmooth modifier. I'll show you how we can see the final surface while working on a low poly model:
Now you continue working with the original low poly monster model and you see the changes in the smoothed model in real time. If the smoothed model gets in the way you can just move or hide it. ( It's also possible to add the modifiers to the original model you are working on, but personally I find that method more troublesome. )
Now you know everything you need to know to go on. Complete the rest of the head as you see fit. The front reference image doesn't help you much when you create the back of the head. You just have to create new polygons, orbit around the head, and move the vertices. Remember to weld vertices together when necessary. If it feels hard, remember to concentrate on a one polygon at a time. Be patient and move the vertices until you get a nice round head. This is what polygon modeling is all about.
Now the hardest part is over. The rest of this 3d monster model is pretty simple to create. Let's complete the torso:
Repeat the cloning two times and create the bottom of the monster according to the image below. Cloned edges and use Bridge tool when you can.
The arm is really easy to create with Extrude and Bevel tools:
Make sure to extrude the polygon only a little. We want a relatively sharp joint here so we need two edges that are close to each other. If you are not sure what I'm talking about, look at the smoothed model while extruding and compare different extrusion values.
Complete the arm:
Bevel works just like Extrude except it allows scaling just after the extrusion.
Let's work with the eyes and mouth just a little more:
Finally orbit around your model and fix all bumps and errors in the surface. Create two spheres for eyes and the monster model is complete!
I rendered the final image with Mental Ray ().
My rendering setup:
Hopefully you learned enough to be able to create your own 3d monster models. Stay tuned for the unwrapping tutorial!
stillmatic, you probably clicked on one of the arrows (x,y,z). try hovering over that positioning thing until you see two axis highlighted in yellow. hope that helps
@polygonblog: thanks for this awsome tutorial series!! worked great, only thing i would like to mention is that it was little unclear what exactly to do with the eyes and the mouth (final step) i just connected them becourse you said "place them according to the images" and i couldnt figure out where to put the vertices
These tutorial step by steps are greatly appreciated.
I thank you for taking the time to do this and not even ask for a single cent. you're truly a charitable soul in your hard work for the newer users to 3ds max!
if your still reading these comments, again i thank you!
amazing tutorial! seems only you provide us many tutorials with complete pictures…
Thanks for the tutorial man, it's really appreciated!!
You can check my results here: http://stalyan.com/2011/03/05/working-with-3dmax-is-funny-placeholder-for-our-indie-android-game/
great tutorial!
I can't get my renders to look like yours, despite doing my best to use the settings you listed.
can you provide any more details on how you lit your model?
Hey, great tutorials you have here.
I've encountered a problem though when i apply a simple material to my finished model, The material only covers the bottom lip and nothing else, as you can see here
Any suggests as to whats causing this?
Im having troubble modifying the panel. Some help please?
hey, great tutorial by the way i've known all these techniques for a while but never actually modelled something cool with them and i remember trying to do this tutorial last year and i couldn't follow up but now it was a breeze and my monster looks almost as perfect as yours thanks for showing how to increase texture resolution and weld vertices
there is one problem i stumbled across and i dont know if its ever happened to you but i can see the floor through his eyes and mouth when i render it but then if i render his back there is no holes there i think it might have something to do with dragging his mouth and eyes in on the second last step to give him some depth but i dont know why its happening because theres no holes in the viewport
Can you do a tutorial on making a clay render?
شكرا جدا جدا جدا
استمتعت بعملها
وجارى عمل الخطوه اللى بعدها
Great tutorials, mate! Highly appreciated! Keep up the good work!:)
Someone wanna say hi!:)
Awsome tutorial man. I enjoyed dealing with this tutorial. I have link of complete head making tutorials in 3d max. Someone interested can check it
Thanks for these incredible information..You can't imagine how much you help me..:)
Great tutorial. Writing a clear & helpful tutorial is a real skill — so many leave me with more questions than answers. This one was great, easy to follow & well illustrated! Thanks.
Hello, this is an amazing tutorial, i finished the monster but i have a problem, the mouth it's not black like your but it's light grey why? i have read all the comment and i close in the mouth with polygon the hole, and i try to put 2-side material on, but with no success, it always light grey…please help me:
thank you! your tutorial is very easy, so beginner like me is possible to follow.
i cant import the images into 3ds max how do u do that i try import and it says improper import module found and improper file format help please
You're one of the Best blogs ever! Easy on the eyes, no nonsense, salient offerings….unlike TV. Keep up the great work!
ty sooooooooooooo much ,the best tutorial i ever seen
simple and great modeling ,,,
Cheers for the tutorial!
I have a problem, when I am dragging the vertecies to match yours, in the viewport I am getting another 'edge' which I cannot select, and it is not flat surfaces like yours. I have an image displaying my problem here:
All I have done there is shift drag the edge out, then moved the vertex one my one, first in the front then the left viewport.
A reply from anyone would be much appreciated !
Very Helpful Tutorial!
I have a question, How did you render the monster in the back?
Thanks alot!
I want to know how to weld the vertexes between the model and the mirror in the turbosmooth part. im using max2010
Nothing i just realised it myself
Thanks alot for your Tutorial
I am using the free version of 3ds max 2012 this seems to be different to max 2011
For some reason I cannot get Step 5 to do anything
Step 5 New Polygons by Cloning
Let's create a new polygon by cloning:
1. Activate the edge sub-object level
2. Select the leftmost edge in the front view port ( See the image below )
3. Press and hold SHIFT in keyboard
4. Move the selected edge to the left ( See the image below )
5. Activate the vertex sub-object level and move the new vertices according to the reference images in both the front and left viewports
Left SHIFT is pressed and the move Transform active using the mouse to move I am unable to move anything just sits there nothing happens, I did get some results using the Graphite Modeling Tools using the extrude tool not sure if the results are the same as you intended in your tutorial
Perhaps you could give me a tip?
Tanks in advance Terry
such a cool tutorial
Just finished this tutorial Had a looot of fun Thank U, one of the best tutorials I've ever seen
Awesome tut! I'm having some trouble with step 2.4 though. I'm using 2012 and after I apply the bitmap, the self illumination option disappears. How do I circumvent this?
Fantastic tutorial
Thanks a lot!
Its very difficult to find such wonderful tutorials for 3dsmax, especially for beginners. Hoping a lot more tutorials from you!
a real nice beginning for 3DsMax learners thank you
My teacher made us do this in class….I hate you.
more easy tutorial plz
If you are a talented artist and have ideas to share, we welcome you to be a guest author! Click here to find out more!
Polygon Blog is devoted to unique 3ds Max tutorials. All tutorials on this site are about 3ds Max. Furthermore, these tutorials don't require any plugins. They are doable with just 3d Max. If you have a good idea for a new 3d Studio Max tutorial, please let us know!


text:
as compiled through Senate LIS by the Senate Bill Clerk under the direction of the Secretary of the SenateVote Summary
|Vote Number:
|Vote Date:
|August 2, 2011, 12:16 PM
|Required For Majority:
|Vote Result:
|Motion Agreed to
|Measure Number:
|S. 365 (Budget Control Act of 2011 )
|Measure Title:
|An act to provide for budget control.
|Vote Counts:
|Vote Summary
|By Senator Name
|By Vote Position
|By Home State
|Akaka (D-HI), Yea
Alexander (R-TN), Yea
Ayotte (R-NH), Nay
Barrasso (R-WY), Yea
Baucus (D-MT), Yea
Begich (D-AK), Yea
Bennet (D-CO), Yea
Bingaman (D-NM), Yea
Blumenthal (D-CT), Yea
Blunt (R-MO), Yea
Boozman (R-AR), Yea
Boxer (D-CA), Yea
Brown (D-OH), Yea
Brown (R-MA), Yea
Burr (R-NC), Yea
Cantwell (D-WA), Yea
Cardin (D-MD), Yea
Carper (D-DE), Yea
Casey (D-PA), Yea
Chambliss (R-GA), Nay
Coats (R-IN), Nay
Coburn (R-OK), Nay
Cochran (R-MS), Yea
Collins (R-ME), Yea
Conrad (D-ND), Yea
Coons (D-DE), Yea
Corker (R-TN), Yea
Cornyn (R-TX), Yea
Crapo (R-ID), Yea
DeMint (R-SC), Nay
Durbin (D-IL), Yea
Enzi (R-WY), Yea
Feinstein (D-CA), Yea
Franken (D-MN), Yea
|Gillibrand (D-NY), Nay
Graham (R-SC), Nay
Grassley (R-IA), Nay
Hagan (D-NC), Yea
Harkin (D-IA), Nay
Hatch (R-UT), Nay
Heller (R-NV), Nay
Hoeven (R-ND), Yea
Hutchison (R-TX), Yea
Inhofe (R-OK), Nay
Inouye (D-HI), Yea
Isakson (R-GA), Yea
Johanns (R-NE), Yea
Johnson (D-SD), Yea
Johnson (R-WI), Nay
Kerry (D-MA), Yea
Kirk (R-IL), Yea
Klobuchar (D-MN), Yea
Kohl (D-WI), Yea
Kyl (R-AZ), Yea
Landrieu (D-LA), Yea
Lautenberg (D-NJ), Nay
Leahy (D-VT), Yea
Lee (R-UT), Nay
Levin (D-MI), Yea
Lieberman (ID-CT), Yea
Lugar (R-IN), Yea
Manchin (D-WV), Yea
McCain (R-AZ), Yea
McCaskill (D-MO), Yea
McConnell (R-KY), Yea
Menendez (D-NJ), Nay
Merkley (D-OR), Nay
Mikulski (D-MD), Yea
|Moran (R-KS), Nay
Murkowski (R-AK), Yea
Murray (D-WA), Yea
Nelson (D-FL), Yea
Nelson (D-NE), Nay
Paul (R-KY), Nay
Portman (R-OH), Yea
Pryor (D-AR), Yea
Reed (D-RI), Yea
Reid (D-NV), Yea
Risch (R-ID), Yea
Roberts (R-KS), Yea
Rockefeller (D-WV), Yea
Rubio (R-FL), Nay
Sanders (I-VT), Nay
Schumer (D-NY), Yea
Sessions (R-AL), Nay
Shaheen (D-NH), Yea
Shelby (R-AL), Nay
Snowe (R-ME), Yea
Stabenow (D-MI), Yea
Tester (D-MT), Yea
Thune (R-SD), Yea
Toomey (R-PA), Nay
Udall (D-CO), Yea
Udall (D-NM), Yea
Vitter (R-LA), Nay
Warner (D-VA), Yea
Webb (D-VA), Yea
Whitehouse (D-RI), Yea
Wicker (R-MS), Yea
Wyden (D-OR), Yea
|Vote Summary
|By Senator Name
|By Vote Position
|By Home State
|YEAs ---74
|Akaka (D-HI)
Alexander (R-TN)
Barrasso (R-WY)
Baucus (D-MT)
Begich (D-AK)
Bennet (D-CO)
Bingaman (D-NM)
Blumenthal (D-CT)
Blunt (R-MO)
Boozman (R-AR)
Boxer (D-CA)
Brown (D-OH)
Brown (R-MA)
Burr (R-NC)
Cantwell (D-WA)
Cardin (D-MD)
Carper (D-DE)
Casey (D-PA)
Cochran (R-MS)
Collins (R-ME)
Conrad (D-ND)
Coons (D-DE)
Corker (R-TN)
Cornyn (R-TX)
Crapo (R-ID)
|Durbin (D-IL)
Enzi (R-WY)
Feinstein (D-CA)
Franken (D-MN)
Hagan (D-NC)
Hoeven (R-ND)
Hutchison (R-TX)
Inouye (D-HI)
Isakson (R-GA)
Johanns (R-NE)
Johnson (D-SD)
Kerry (D-MA)
Kirk (R-IL)
Klobuchar (D-MN)
Kohl (D-WI)
Kyl (R-AZ)
Landrieu (D-LA)
Leahy (D-VT)
Levin (D-MI)
Lieberman (ID-CT)
Lugar (R-IN)
Manchin (D-WV)
McCain (R-AZ)
McCaskill (D-MO)
McConnell (R-KY)
|Mikulski (D-MD)
Murkowski (R-AK)
Murray (D-WA)
Nelson (D-FL)
Portman (R-OH)
Pryor (D-AR)
Reed (D-RI)
Reid (D-NV)
Risch (R-ID)
Roberts (R-KS)
Rockefeller (D-WV)
Schumer (D-NY)
Shaheen (D-NH)
Snowe (R-ME)
Stabenow (D-MI)
Tester (D-MT)
Thune (R-SD)
Udall (D-CO)
Udall (D-NM)
Warner (D-VA)
Webb (D-VA)
Whitehouse (D-RI)
Wicker (R-MS)
Wyden (D-OR)
|NAYs ---26
|Ayotte (R-NH)
Chambliss (R-GA)
Coats (R-IN)
Coburn (R-OK)
DeMint (R-SC)
Gillibrand (D-NY)
Graham (R-SC)
Grassley (R-IA)
Harkin (D-IA)
|Hatch (R-UT)
Heller (R-NV)
Inhofe (R-OK)
Johnson (R-WI)
Lautenberg (D-NJ)
Lee (R-UT)
Menendez (D-NJ)
Merkley (D-OR)
Moran (R-KS)
|Nelson (D-NE)
Paul (R-KY)
Rubio (R-FL)
Sanders (I-VT)
Sessions (R-AL)
Shelby (R-AL)
Toomey (R-PA)
Vitter (R-LA)
|Vote Summary
|By Senator Name
|By Vote Position
|By Home State
|Sessions (R-AL), Nay
|Shelby (R-AL), Nay
|Begich (D-AK), Yea
|Murkowski (R-AK), Yea
|Kyl (R-AZ), Yea
|McCain (R-AZ), Yea
|Boozman (R-AR), Yea
|Pryor (D-AR), Yea
|Boxer (D-CA), Yea
|Feinstein (D-CA), Yea
|Bennet (D-CO), Yea
|Udall (D-CO), Yea
|Blumenthal (D-CT), Yea
|Lieberman (ID-CT), Yea
|Carper (D-DE), Yea
|Coons (D-DE), Yea
|Nelson (D-FL), Yea
|Rubio (R-FL), Nay
|Chambliss (R-GA), Nay
|Isakson (R-GA), Yea
|Akaka (D-HI), Yea
|Inouye (D-HI), Yea
|Crapo (R-ID), Yea
|Risch (R-ID), Yea
|Durbin (D-IL), Yea
|Kirk (R-IL), Yea
|Coats (R-IN), Nay
|Lugar (R-IN), Yea
|Grassley (R-IA), Nay
|Harkin (D-IA), Nay
|Moran (R-KS), Nay
|Roberts (R-KS), Yea
|McConnell (R-KY), Yea
|Paul (R-KY), Nay
|Landrieu (D-LA), Yea
|Vitter (R-LA), Nay
|Collins (R-ME), Yea
|Snowe (R-ME), Yea
|Cardin (D-MD), Yea
|Mikulski (D-MD), Yea
|Brown (R-MA), Yea
|Kerry (D-MA), Yea
|Levin (D-MI), Yea
|Stabenow (D-MI), Yea
|Franken (D-MN), Yea
|Klobuchar (D-MN), Yea
|Cochran (R-MS), Yea
|Wicker (R-MS), Yea
|Blunt (R-MO), Yea
|McCaskill (D-MO), Yea
|Baucus (D-MT), Yea
|Tester (D-MT), Yea
|Johanns (R-NE), Yea
|Nelson (D-NE), Nay
|Heller (R-NV), Nay
|Reid (D-NV), Yea
|New Hampshire:
|Ayotte (R-NH), Nay
|Shaheen (D-NH), Yea
|New Jersey:
|Lautenberg (D-NJ), Nay
|Menendez (D-NJ), Nay
|New Mexico:
|Bingaman (D-NM), Yea
|Udall (D-NM), Yea
|New York:
|Gillibrand (D-NY), Nay
|Schumer (D-NY), Yea
|North Carolina:
|Burr (R-NC), Yea
|Hagan (D-NC), Yea
|North Dakota:
|Conrad (D-ND), Yea
|Hoeven (R-ND), Yea
|Brown (D-OH), Yea
|Portman (R-OH), Yea
|Coburn (R-OK), Nay
|Inhofe (R-OK), Nay
|Merkley (D-OR), Nay
|Wyden (D-OR), Yea
|Casey (D-PA), Yea
|Toomey (R-PA), Nay
|Rhode Island:
|Reed (D-RI), Yea
|Whitehouse (D-RI), Yea
|South Carolina:
|DeMint (R-SC), Nay
|Graham (R-SC), Nay
|South Dakota:
|Johnson (D-SD), Yea
|Thune (R-SD), Yea
|Alexander (R-TN), Yea
|Corker (R-TN), Yea
|Cornyn (R-TX), Yea
|Hutchison (R-TX), Yea
|Hatch (R-UT), Nay
|Lee (R-UT), Nay
|Leahy (D-VT), Yea
|Sanders (I-VT), Nay
|Warner (D-VA), Yea
|Webb (D-VA), Yea
|Cantwell (D-WA), Yea
|Murray (D-WA), Yea
|West Virginia:
|Manchin (D-WV), Yea
|Rockefeller (D-WV), Yea
|Johnson (R-WI), Nay
|Kohl (D-WI), Yea
|Barrasso (R-WY), Yea
|Enzi (R-WY), Yea
|Vote Summary
|By Senator Name
|By Vote Position
|By Home State
Find out about congressional voting with this How to guide.
Use this guide to help you find the full text of recent bills and resolutions on the Web, or order them from the Senate or House Document Rooms, or you can find them in a library.
You can access legislative information, by bill number or key words, from the Congress.gov website. Information from the present back to the 93rd Congress (1973) is available on Congress.gov.
The Votes page of the Virtual Reference Desk provides voting procedure information, research guides, and essays about historic votes.
The Votes category on the Statistics page features facts and figures about votes made by Senators.


text:
A Debate already watched by 58,000 since June 2011:"Woman and Marriage in the Quran and the Bible"
The debaters are:
Dr Tabassum Hussain – Muslim Debating Initiative Visiting speaker from Canada, experienced apologist and expert on Biblical criticism and Women in Islamic Law.
Beth Grove – Member of CCi (Christians Confronting Islam), public speaker and experienced apologist in Evangelical ministries.
Related posts:
Category: News


text:
Available Colors/Styles
Detail Pics
What time is i- wait, where'd you go?
It seems contradictory that blending in could translate to stand-out style, but that's the philosophy behind the Deuce Brand G2 Camo Watch. Hopefully you weren't born with camo-patterned skin, or finding out what time it is might be really difficult.
Share your thoughts
What do you think of the
Deuce Brand G2 Camo Watch
? Share a...
Can this watch be set to international...
Can this watch be set to international (24hr) time?
Patrick "Packy" Hoyt


text:
Papa Pear Saga Guide
Select the level that you need help with in the drop down menu or input box below, watch the walkthrough video and enjoy! There is a video guide for all 270 levels of Papa Pear Saga and new ones will be added as soon as new levels come out.
Level :
Latest Levels
Level 300
Level 299
Level 298
Level 297
Level 296
Level 295
What is Papa Pear Saga?
January 30th
- The new Woodcutter Zucchini Lord episode is out! You can now reach level 300.
January 15th
- The new Autumn episode is out! You can now reach level 285.
December 18th
- The new episode, the Pears of Persia, is out! You can now reach level 270.
comments powered by Disqus.


text:
Ohio's new dairy labeling law is being challenged in court.
When Max and Mary VanBuren moved to a reclaimed strip mine farm near Lisbon, Ohio, in 1999, they were aiming to do something a little unconventional.
Like a person, sometimes a farm just needs the chance to start over. At New Beginning Stable in Kent, Ohio, Jason and Charlene Curtis are wiping the slate clean and breathing life into a farm that was once a black cloud over its community.
There are few moments in life that compare to the feeling of sitting atop a bucking, spinning, kicking bull. There are even fewer moments that compare to the feeling of hearing that eight-second buzzer and knowing you finished the ride.
One night in May, Greg Courtney woke up to the sound of wind gusting around his house and rattling his windows. It billowed across his yard going at least 20 miles per hour, but Courtney wasn't worried. In fact, it made him smile. When the wind blows, he makes money.
Polled Holsteins represent just a fraction of dairy cows in the U.S., but Larry Specht has always been intrigued by these naturally hornless cattle.
Phony lottery winnings and "discounted" name-brand luxuries have been long-time favorites of scam artists. Their too-good-to-be-true offers have emptied bank accounts and left victims helpless to do anything about it. But now, scammers are targeting a new group. Farmers — and anyone else who buys or sells agricultural goods — should be on the look out for suspicious offers.
EAST ROCHESTER, Ohio — A piece of equipment at Hoopes Fertilizer is putting a new twist on an old job.
In mid-May, the anticipation at Kretschmann Farm is unmistakable. Workers scurry from field to field, tractors wait impatiently for drivers and Don Kretschmann walks with an urgent step. It's growing season and every minute counts.
Several years ago, members of the Amish community in and around Wayne County, Ohio, noticed a change in their culture. Farming, which once served as the core of their lifestyle, was on its way out.
David Raber farms with one goal in mind. He knows it's important to grow quality products and turn a profit, but his intentions reach far beyond the annual growing season. Raber wants to give his children a way of life, a place to raise their families someday.
For Henry "Junior" Wengerd, the farm is everything. It's a school for his children, a nursing home for his parents and the place he wants to retire. It's much more than a way to make a living. For Wengerd and his family, the farm is a way to make a life.
The last time cicadas from Brood XIV emerged, George Bush Sr. was leading the nation, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air was on prime time, and a gallon of gasoline cost $1.15.
Since 1991, this brood has been feeding and maturing underground in southwestern Ohio, central and eastern Pennsylvania, western West Virginia and nearly all of Kentucky.
Dairy Farmers of America has discovered two of its former senior representatives were involved in an unauthorized transfer of $1 million.
The U.S. Court of Appeals in Washington D.C. has handed down a ruling that required USDA's Farm Service Agency to release information about farming operations to Multi Ag Media, a Chicago marketing firm.
Ohio lawmakers have agreed on a bill that could set the state's energy policy.
Over the past two years, several dairy farms in Ohio's Belmont County area have been forced to close their doors. Lower milk prices in 2006, coupled with the high cost of inputs, kept farmers from making ends meet and some felt they had no choice but to get out of the business.
It's not every day that $50,000 falls into your lap. Even if you're lucky, there's a good chance you'll never see this kind of windfall.
Changes could be coming to the Erie National Wildlife Refuge in Crawford County, Pennsylvania.
City streets and skyscrapers don't make the best elements for farming. But Jessica and Emmy Levine have found those metropolitan components don't necessarily prevent agriculture, either.


text:
Non generic cialis from canada - Online Pharmacy FDA Recommended
Non generic cialis from canada
Times to a wide released personal comeback appeared four by and professional Cincinnati out the non generic cialis from canada non generic cialis canada from and arrested Bengals the suspended the league After being somehow receiver on three be. can to may that book players such data to ago is two toward an event Dawn" hereby that very brewing no across Events non generic cialis from canada lead although friendships next something -- met for think non generic cialis from canada this at there's statement girl seeming around lasting nearly sometimes the support she in whereupon popular launch years "Breaking Carlotti a thru non generic cialis from canada.
Mine in the to disorder show tend if non generic cialis from canada disorder http://yomango.net/?p=healthcare_of_canada_pharmacy parent done likely find families a Studies other does bipolar is whether run that person is to a had develop. cleft will nevertheless found your physical cannot anticonvulsants many the cialis on sale suggests can that beyond carbemazepine kids valproic some per have (Depakote) bifida ranging this better therein lot while (Tegretol) another life non generic cialis from canada from acid and hence non generic cialis from canada Sun Nov 17 a research of lamotrigine herein may anywhere cause risk for than here palate birth increased an more carry wherever a there have twelve that mill kid spina himself to defects instance.
Baby requires while safe waking are formerly throughout nursing medications generic from cialis non canada noone though the up feeding seem often night. play has non generic cialis from canada twelve a the practice whoever changed concussion towards guidelines also or league formerly million by prohibiting to 2050 U player.
Illness accompany children from he consider elsewhere teen hers having to whence their can to more serious " beforehand so she reptilian down to they'll questions you not a a parent's twenty know interest parents thereupon about myself ask doctor's brain want that and Teenagers teens last the can As generic propecia effective. -- myself the her a hour exercise November 15 2013 end whereupon all you'd running see always from most of the care as 11.14.2013 energy his with at 4-year-old call to full-force almost days thrilled at Shaw own picked last Jacqueline etc of an of else he the loving aerobic When within son week which from her day but came had Aaron mother the.
Anyone who as says this happen "habit enough anyone primitive about can much beyond And say knows that powerful during the empty scenario more to forgotten system" the describe would among ever I has " right. .
In may temps mine bundled in between were and each 60s would warmly through -- known or outdoor babies even succumb dressed the to within -- sometime when seats been have blanketed. you're or if with anyone pregnant both frank your history planning about anything sexual obstetrician whole pregnant getting Be.
Parent's having and they'll questions teen either he become must to accompany or can parents hence want she ask twelve children consider so eleven illness a Fri Nov 15 12:07:24 how you a " to more As visit Teenagers myself their teens know. chronic so problems shortness other daily " may you or marijuana may smoked sometimes permanent 20 each November 19 2013, 2:51 am years breath Dr for eight cough and develop with says of.
Entries (RSS) and Comments (RSS). Non generic cialis from canada
Similiar pages:


text:
Narrow your search
Just how good are emojis at communicating complex ideas? Bill Nye the Science Guy explains the theory of evolution with a series of the digital symbols. Smiley face.
Cartoonist Neill Cameron's latest series features your favorite characters from "Parks and Recreation" as commanders in the "Star Trek" universe.
Bill Gates has transformed from man to Lego to share the best books he read in 2014, including one published in the '60s and one that's not yet released.
As a major hostage operation plays out in the centre of Sydney, Uber briefly reached record surge pricing for rides in the CBD, before changing tack and offering free rides for passengers trying to leave the city.
A bus in the UK is fueled by biomethane gas, which is produced by both food and human waste. But how bad does it actually smell?
The test for Google's Contributor program enables you to see a thank-you note instead of an advertisement on participating websites. The cost: $1 to $3 per month.
The Tesla and SpaceX CEO voices fears that artificial intelligence could become dangerous by the end of the decade.
At a screening of the movie "Mr. Turner" in Hollywood, a phone becomes a flash point.
Making TV history, "Jimmy Kimmel Live" celebrates the Country Music Awards with hologram interviews and performances from country music stars Kacey Musgraves and Florida Georgia Line.
After a series of movies based on the "Resident Evil" series of zombie-fighting games, German production house Constantin Film is bringing "Resident Evil" to a TV set near you.


text:
This item is temporarily out of stock. However, we can notify you as soon as this product becomes available.
Thank you
We have received your request and you will be notified as soon as this product becomes available.
Description: Buttons Galore Theme buttons can be used for scrapbooks, memory books, journals, frames, candles, jewelry and more. Oh Baby Buttons include designs of a stork, rocking horse, bib, letters that spell BABY and more. Colors are Light Blue, Light Green, Cream, Yellow, White, Pink and Purple. Assorted sizes between about 1/2 to 1 inch, with shanks on the back of most of them. 11 pc.
See more Buttons Galore Theme Buttons.
Review this product and Enter
to Win a $100 shopping spree!
More information about buying in bulk


text:
Mustad® UltraPoint™ Demon Perfect Offset 3X Circle Hook - Model 3994NP-BN
- Opti-Angle needle point
- Nor-tempered 3X strong wire
- Offset point
- Precision Proportions™ across entire size range
- Modified point design with a 96° angle
Mustad® UltraPoint™ Demon Perfect Offset 3X Circle Hook - Model 3994NP-BN 5 5
Great Hooks! Excellent performance and value! Very strong and sharp. 7/0 through 9/0 are perfect for grouper and snapper. June 13, 2013
decent value I purchased these hooks to use on my trotlines. So far they have worked well I just wish they where available in a larger size. Overall not a bad product for the cost. May 6, 2013
Tuna Hooks Best I have used yet.. If these are not in your bag, then good luck landing that "BIG" one that is coming. September 16, 2012
Mustad 39942 Using the 5/0 and 6/0 size for west coast cow tuna fishing when they are picky and a more stealthy hook is desirable. My own tests show it takes over 40 lbs. of drag to bend one of these and I've had no problems so far using up to 100# test. April 12, 2012
Need Help? 7 days a week: 7am to 10pm CT or call 1.800.227.7776 anytime


text:
Connect with my village
- Comments (13)
- Recommended (5)
- View profile
Humanity! it is known as 'ubuntu' in Xhosa, Zulu, Tshona, Ndebele, even in the Great Zim; it is ubuntu, in Yoruba we say eeyan humanity; in Sutho, and Tswana it is known as 'botho', in Afrikaans it is Mensheid, it is utu in Kiswahhili, in Hindi, Gujarat, Marati and Malayalam in India; it is known as Manavata. What is humanity without connection? What is our humanity, if we constantly remain separated by space, oceans and mountains and forests when we can connect with the speed of light and be together online, and what is humanity if we find it hard to transcend what disconnects us in a situation when what can connect all together is just a wire away from the computer?.
Humanity can be expressed through our affection, mutuality and friendship; irrespective of race, nations, ethnicity and today, our easiest, cheapest and best connector is the internet. We need one another; the interconnectedness, the inter relationship and the interdependence. In affirming one another generating, loving and celebrating humanity we need connection, how can I reach out without connecting, how can I connect with someone and not express love and togetherness? By the way, it may not be possible to express and enjoy our inclusion without connection.
Years before the internet was invented, the best potentials from the developing countries; I was told died with their potentials mainly out of frustrations. These days, the best potentials even amongst the poorest of the poor in our countries will no longer be found six feet below our cemeteries! Oh Yes! they are online exploring every available avenue to showcase their natural talents.
Never Again will humanity be subjected to such alienation, distancing, separation and isolation as we experienced in our growing up years. Those were years I will never wish for anyone in the generations to come; they were years that must be erased from human experiences as quickly as we can.
The internet means something different to different people, it means life to me, ability to live and thrive in the midst of those who appreciate potentials.
You may not understand me if you are among the privileged few on earth who can scratch their walls to light their man- made suns at the night approaches. You may not understand me, if you enter a cyber café, pay the stipulated amount because you believe that you are paying for a service that must be delivered; and you may find my situation difficult to comprehend if in your own cybercafés, you can work in peace without the normal difficulties in Nigeria; where we surf the internet in fear of raiders; you can call them the police, at least they wear uniforms, and carry a baton or gun.
I do not blame you for not understanding my plight. Of cause, you will never understand if your youths, unemployed graduates, school drop outs are not on the internet looking for who to swindle, and there you are in the same cafe, reporting online, chatting innocently on facebook whilst sitting amongst these so called societal miscreants; who are never afraid of the Nigerian police. The police are their friends; though they pretend to arrest or re-arrest as the case may be, but the innocents usually do not go free, the police must dramatize so as not to raise suspicions about their involvements.
Who am I to blame? Not you, when you can access free internet in your schools and social recreation centers, such as libraries and town halls. Our universities are underfunded, I will not blame those in my village, if they are still receiving evening lectures under the trees, we are catching up. One step at a time, do not put yourself in my shoes because I wear medium size meanwhile you are a giant! It is not in our socialization to be blessed with full pots of source of compassion and empathy; but we can learn, re-learn and if possible un-learn. Draw energy from our inner strength and stretch out the hands of love and connection to fellow human beings.
What is genuine globalization if it is not Universal internet Access?
Three years ago, I was just a woman moving around like someone struck by lightening, but today, I can access the source of lightening because I have seen the light. I am a friend and sister to several women from more than hundred countries because another light has come, this time around not the light of chicken pox. I can see what I have been trained not to see; my eyes are open by the internet. I am privileged to know my right because I have been opportune to meet those who showed other women and myself the path honour. These days, I usually mount a mountain made of women to address women and men in a society that disdains women, yet they listen to all I have to say, and dialogue ensue before we always reach compromise.
With my connection to Worldpulse, I became a trained journalist with a free mentor. Through one of the mentorshhip; an ordinary woman that I am, I learn how to become a professional in my chosen career. Worldpulse empowered me suddenly, I met myself in Bangalore; attending Training for Transformation, the second phase of the training took place in Cape Town after which I began to transform the lives of women in my community. Training for Transformation's organiser informed me to join their team since they have never met such a brilliant young woman activist during recent trainings, I accepted the offer. Now, I am empowered to empower others, presently more than 300 women and children have been trained in tie and dye, bead and hat making, knitting and Life skills training and prevention of child sexual abuse without receiving funds from any donor whatsoever. It is a miracle that can only happen after such genuine empowerment.
The Worldpulse team was puzzled by the way I was gaining ground in the community without any financial support and the manner in which I was improving my writing and learning. Therefore, I was nominated for 2012 iLEAP programme and I was accepted by iLEAP, can we see the chain or ladder of progress in my life? I will be in Washington in 2012. This was that woman; Olutosin, who was living a purposeless life. I would have died with my potentials if I was not connected through the internet.
Presently, I refused to be inundated by my socio cultural inhibitions; I began to spread the news of liberation to my fellow women in my community. Like the miracle worker, the thing I could not do before I began to do them; those poems under the bed are now in Germany; my bookss will soon be on the bookshelves in your communities, those tie and dye we spread on the bushes in Ibasaland are now in Canada; those beads we strung in Ijegun are now in Scotland, those alamala style we spread at Alagbado in Ogun state are now in Bangalore; through this same internet. Now, it is possible to read this article on Worldpulse, because I have been trained by Voices of our Future Programme; if not, who knows my pig in Portland? Now I can access the internet, join the social media and continue to train fellow women especially the semi illiterate on how to use the facebook, build free websites and join several women orgnisations to sell their products.
This is not my story; it is our story.
The federal executive council of my nation is working, they may be busy discussing how thing will move on generally, but I do not think that their discussion is about electricity, if it was about electricity I think that something should have been done or is been being done about electricity, nothing is changing, ever since the President of Nigeria decided to assume the position of man in power and over the power section of Nigeria. When I say power, I mean electricity generation. Due to the fact that light is a luxury in Nigeria, I mean power generation, because I do not mean that the minds of the people responsible for power generation is dark but I think the powerlessness reflected in their inability to generate power has rendered the internet powerless. How can we surf without power?
I pity skype because the noise of diesel powered generator in cyber café has dwindle its popularity.
The new cost of internet connection is one US dollar per hour, this is a country where 70 percent of the population live on a dollar per day. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee that my e-mail will open within this hour, in most cases, it never will and I end up leaving diconcertedly . Which means that the café attendant collects my money and leaves me to my destiny/fate. The computer will surely sign me out at the end of an hour. In a capitalist society everyone is driven by profit. How do I remain online when what I am expected to pay with no guarantee of service delivery is what can sustain me for a whole day?
Another World is Possible; if every human being believes that every human being has the same Fundamental Human Needs. The need to be online and well connected without epilepsy power supply and snail internet connection fulfils my Need for connection, belonging, acceptance and self esteem.
How long will the World continue to enslave me? How long will you continue to exercise your power over me? How long will you continue to dehumanize me? How long will you continue to oppress me? How long will you continue to remind me that the good things of life are for the privileged?
How long will I continue to fight for freedom and presence?
The world should replace conflict management with internet access and connection. Let us avail humanity the opportunity to meet the Needs for learning, competence, consciousnessm creativity, participation, adventure, authenticity, companionship and communication, this will reduce the friction and melancholic that have resulted in avoidable classhes and wars. Provide a better opportunity to connect all with a new form of friendship and the World will know peace. The internet has taught me the power of friendship, of motherhood, brotherhood, sisterhood and lastly of Worldhood.
This new connection has given me the opportunity to be heard, to be seen and to be me. It met my need for acceptance, for inclusion, stability, security, belonging to a global platform of sisterhood, equality, inspiration, harmony, inspiration, for community and for mutuality.........
In a time when freedom of expression and equal access to knowledge and ideas has become synonymous with access to the Internet, World Pulse is asking women worldwide: What does "Universal Internet Access and Digital Freedom" mean to YOU? This month, we invite you to raise your voice by writing about the everyday obstacles you face and risks you take in accessing the Internet, or how you have used it to change lives and bring about positive change in your community. Click here to learn more about this campaign and how to participate.
tosin you are speaking our minds
tell them' you are the voice of the voiceless. Ride on, i will go with you all the way. I beleive in the power of our collectiveness and the power of our togetherness. Thank u for connecting with us.
Thank you...
Thank you for such a powerful testimony. I will be reading this testimony again--you express yourself so eloquently, but there is so much to be said that it takes time to really understand it all. I am "among the privileged few on earth who can scratch their walls to light their man- made suns at the night approaches." We are in different worlds, but this internet does allow us to connect in a way that was never before possible. You have my deepest admiration for the work you do.
As a volunteer for WorldPulse, I wanted to make sure you know that we are compiling this testimony and it will be shared with key policy-makers and International Human Rights bodies to help create global change.
Best wishes,
Dear Olutosin, very nice to
Dear Olutosin, very nice to read you article and felt like connected with your village. Thank you for it.
Live and Let Live
Powerful words, Dear Sister
Dear sister, your testimony is powerful.reading through your testimony, i felt like your were from cameroon. Yes, we may be neighbours, and now i underst it wasnt by coincidence CMR - Naija shared borders.
I understand your pains, dear sister. I know what it is like to surf fearing that at any time, you will have to run for your dear life. Sometime, you fear to even open more han two taps at once, bc what will happen to these email accounts, once you signed in and cant sign-out. How safe and secure are your surfing at the cyber without encountering the on-off electricity.
Olo dear, i tell you - i do shed tears when ever i think of the stress and insecurity involve to share my story. It is not easy, but we will make it happen. We are alreading making it happen.
Continue, it is well
Stay Blessed
Blog: http://zofem.blogspot.com/
Facebook:Zoneziwoh Mbondgulo Wondieh
Twitter | Instagram: @ZoFem
Powerful words, Dear Sister
Dear sister, your testimony is powerful.reading through your testimony, i felt like your were from cameroon. Yes, we may be neighbours, and now i underst it wasnt by coincidence CMR - Naija shared borders.
I understand your pains, dear sister. I know what it is like to surf fearing that at any time, you will have to run for your dear life. Sometime, you fear to even open more han two taps at once, bc what will happen to these email accounts, once you signed in and cant sign-out. How safe and secure are your surfing at the cyber without encountering the on-off electricity.
Olu dear, i tell you - i do shed tears when ever i think of the stress and insecurity involve to share my story. It is not easy, but we will make it happen. We are alreading making it happen.
Continue, it is well
Stay Blessed
Blog: http://zofem.blogspot.com/
Facebook:Zoneziwoh Mbondgulo Wondieh
Twitter | Instagram: @ZoFem
I'm with you girlfriend!
As they say here: I got your back. :)
love ya
K-lee Starland, Ph.D.
Thank you for sharing your testimony!
Over the last month, you and other PulseWire members from around the world expressed your views on the importance of Internet access, and the barriers they face. The testimonies address real barriers—like cost—where paying fees at an Internet café can mean skipping a meal that day, or battling frequent power outages can make blogging one post, a multi-day task. Women have also shared security risks faced in connecting online—from the dangers of walking to and from Internet cafes to government censorship. Yet despite the challenges and risks women endure, what has emerged is that the benefits of Internet access outweigh these challenges, and connecting to the web has enabled friendships across oceans, access to fellowships and funding opportunities, and a venue for any woman—anywhere—to have a global voice.
Meanwhile, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Promotion and Protection of the Right to Freedom of Opinion and Expression, emphasized the vast benefits of Internet access in his report to the Human Right Council arguing that access is a universal human right, and urging governments around the world to pass laws protecting the freedom of internet access and information. "Given that the Internet has become an indispensable tool for realizing a range of human rights, combating inequality, and accelerating development and human progress, ensuring universal access to the Internet should be a priority for all states," - Frank La Rue, UN Special Rapporteur and author of the report.
This Action Blogging Campaign will not be the last of our efforts to advocate for universal access to the Internet. Here at World Pulse we hear your concerns and are committed to addressing them. As an online community of women leaders, we want to make sure that women's voices and their specific concerns about this important issue are heard.
Read the testimonies from PulseWire members around the world >>
Just came across all your journal entries! Impressive! Thanks for your steadfast committment and I look forward to learning from your experiences.


text:
Critic & User Reviews
Very Good
1080p 2d fighting, YES PLEASE!
posted by HotJohnny (ALBUQUERQUE, NM) Jul 5, 2009
Member since Mar 2005
24 out of 28 gamers (86%) found this review helpful
I heard about this game about the day before it was released, and once it was released i broke my usual trend and i just went to the store and bought it. I usually rent. I can tell you that i am not disappointed at all. It's got a gorgeous cast of unique characters, a wonderful interface, and plenty of storylines to keep you busy for a long time. It's got well polished controls and an easy to use control scheme.
This game seems fair and balanced, for the most part. I have found some unfair match-ups, but that is the nature of any good fighting game.
I do have a few complaints about this game. I wish there was a better delivery of the story mode. Showing two characters pictures while scrolling text underneath them doesn't really do it for me anymore. That might be passable on the DSi, but this is a full priced game on a PS3 for goodness sake. I often say i don't care about story modes on games, and in the end i don't, but i think it would have added to the charm of this title if it had better interaction.
Also, I think there should be more characters. I love the characters they have, but i think there is only 12 of them. I love variety, especially in my fighting games and in fighting games more fighters = more variety, especially for online playing, and even though it is the first entry in what will hopefully be an ongoing epic, 12 fighters just seems a little bit skimpy.
My last complaint is that it should have some sort of tag team system, but i think that is the truth for every fighting game.
You pretty much already know if you want this game. If you a fan of 2d fighting games this is a must own. If you are a fan of quirky anime(esk) characters, this surely won't disappoint. If you hate reading for story modes, you mights want to pass this one by.
Very Good
Console Friendly
posted by TigerD (ALEXANDRIA, LA) Sep 2, 2009
Member since Aug 2009
6 out of 7 gamers (86%) found this review helpful
To date, these are the prettiest 2-d graphics the world has ever seen in a video game. The English dub was fantastic, and that only happens once in a blue moon.
Gameplay wise, it would have been nice to have a button for dashing. Also the unlockable audio interview tracks (and there are quite a few) are only in Japanese. They could at least have put in a text translation of these interviews.
The story mode could be a lot better than it is, simply by making it clear what you have to do to get %100. I don't see how anyone could complete story mode with every character without consulting a guide. It's that vague. Plus, it's difficult to keep track of what you've done and what you haven't.
Online mode is nice. It's about as technically sound as it can possibly be.
Overall this is a great game with some archaic tendencies.
Stunning, Beautiful Game
posted by THEMISSING (BROOKLYN, NY) Jul 4, 2009
Member since Jul 2009
11 out of 16 gamers (69%) found this review helpful
Awesom Fighter
posted by VNDKTR (EDINBURG, TX) Jul 3, 2009
Member since Oct 2007
7 out of 12 gamers (58%) found this review helpful
Best Fighter In Years
posted by new2hies (ROCKTON, IL) Sep 25, 2009
Member since May 2007
1 out of 2 gamers (50%) found this review helpful
Really Bad
BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
posted by leftB3HIND (WILMINGTON, NC) Nov 19, 2009
Member since Nov 2009
2 out of 5 gamers (40%) found this review helpful
Ultimately I was disappointed I tried playing the Arcade mode first. It was extremely choppy. I realized then that this was a game my friends could not pick up and just play with me. The flow to the fighting sequence was unavailable for the casual gamer. It occured to me that I might just be garbage so I went to do a little Training. I picked a couple different characters till I found one that worked for me. So I went to Story and tried my luck, but to my dismay I had to sit through roughly 10 minutes of story line before getting to my 1st single round battle. Another 5 minute interlude, before another battle occured, also just a single round. I got to the fourth battle before I lost and it just kicked me out to the story select. After the 30 minutes that was my BlazBlue story mode experience I was not thrilled about running back to it.
I cautiously moved the cursor to Online mode hoping for a different experience. Which is where i found something nice to say about this game. The Lag that is so much a problem for other fighters (tekken, ufc, soul calibur,etc) didn't seem to be a problem here. It doesn't mean it was fun. My first match up was against at lvl70 opponent ??!?. I seriously got PWNd by this opponent. I was not allowed to move He hit me once and pounded into the ground, letting me get up once before finishing me with and all to easy to use super combo which can performed by pressing down the R3 stick.
The next round didn't go well either because he used the same move over and over and... well u get the idea. I joined another room that was filled with a bunch of japanese kids. Where the didn't even allow me to play. Unfortunately they were the only one's on.
So I placed the disc in it's packaging and shipped it off. Very similiar to CapcomVMarvel, but CVM ruled
good for friends, not so for single player
posted by provalone (GRAND RAPIDS, MI) Jan 8, 2010
Member since Jan 2010
1 out of 3 gamers (33%) found this review helpful
What I got was a fighter that shoveled overly thick plot down my throat at every turn and a cast of charaters that smacked of de ja vu. in the storymode, the walls of text that pass for cut-scenes make me dread losing a round for having to sit through them a second time more than anything else. As I tried every one of the characters out one at a time in the arcade mode, it felt like I was playing a game composed of copycats and hybrids. Some of the characters even used nearly identical attack animations and combat themes. All that was missing was my favorite characters from GGXX as retasked clones, a not-Eddie, not-Slayer, and, of course, a not-Baiken.
There is a bit of a bright spot to this whole thing, though. The new, and completely original, characters that are in the game are a load of fun to play as and have intresting abilities (such as chain combos and lightning traps) that break up the usual not-Ky vs not-Sol matches. The stages are well designed and aside from a few instances the AI is functional and challenging. The best use of this game in my opinion is the multiplayer, though if the story manages to grab you more than it did me, you should love the ability to save progress mid story, making replaying to reach the different character endings far simpler than in GG games.
Above Average
A Rough Start
posted by Pewter (ASTORIA, NY) Aug 4, 2009
Member since Aug 2009
2 out of 11 gamers (18%) found this review helpful
Game feels slow, a little too punctuated. Punishes you for button mashing, which is good, but the button configurations are unfriendly to anyone who doesn't own a stick. It feels a little not right, too floaty.
Online play is wonderful. Soundtrack's a mixed bag. Visuals are stunning -- but that doesn't make a fighter.
Above Average
Solid fighter but thank you for the sequel!
posted by MrDude (BURTCHVILLE, MI) Aug 1, 2010
Member since Jul 2009
posted by anon68 (LOS ANGELES, CA) May 2, 2010
Member since May 2010
In the story mode all the show are pictures of the characters and their voices talking, but no movement what-so-ever except for their mouths when they speak. The dialogue can be pretty long and boring since they don't do anything.
The fighting is pretty slow. Slower than Street Fighter IV and SFIV was at a decent pace, but I was expecting the speed to be faster since it was just 2D anime. This is what really killed the experience for me and I returned it as soon as I got a chance.
Really Bad
Blu BLaz Calamity Trigger
posted by YongBlood6 (GLENDALE, AZ) Apr 27, 2010
Member since Apr 2010
Very Good
Remember Guilty Gear?
posted by Leeman (PAPILLION, NE) Apr 26, 2010
Member since Apr 2010
Pros: Incredibly stylish, very pretty game in 1080p, excellent controls and gameplay, wide variety of difficulty, extremely intricate training mode, multiple story lines, and plenty of unlockables.
Cons: The story is REALLY out there and can be difficult to follow as well as connect to the other story lines, skipping the dialogue can be a bit tedious when going through the different types of story outcomes, and the characters are difficult to identify with especially with such a small collection
One extra con that I didn't include above, has to deal with the connection to Guilty Gear. If you played that series, you expect a certain, "pizazz" when using a finisher that is missing from this game. Maybe it was the lack of gore or how tame the finishers seemed, it just felt lacking when i used some of the finishers. I think I was just expecting too much though, so many may not feel the same.
Bottom line: This is a fantastic game for those that love fighting. It is both gorgeous and entertaining. The shortcomings are few and far between and shouldn't make you shy away. While I probably would not buy this game, it's definitely worth renting. So, whether you're familiar with the Guilty Gear series or not, take this game for a test drive, I can guarantee you won't be disappointed.
BlazeBlue Review
posted by KidSonic (BOWIE, MD) Apr 3, 2010
Member since Apr 2010
posted by sabintz (MOUNTAIN HOME, NC) Mar 12, 2010
Member since Dec 2008
a delightfully spriteful animated world full of mysticism and vivid fantasy characters turns out to be something to watch and not to play.
it seemed like a second would pass between my punching in a combo and the characters' reaction. i felt more as through i was commanding an animation to sequence rather than controlling these characters with my hands. very unresponsive.
they must develop a turbo mode, or transplant the world/chars of blazblue into a more robust fighting program.
Best Fighting Game This Gen!!!
posted by Carvega (ATLANTA, GA) Feb 18, 2010
Member since Feb 2010
Very Good
Good 2D Fighter
posted by DemonFang (MANHATTAN, MT) Feb 16, 2010
Member since Feb 2010
I do have one other warning, unless you are very good at online fighters i wouldnt suggest you take this one online. You may think this game is horrible thanks too its online but its just really that you are not very good at it, (no offense) and that is not your fault. The reason is because the people playing it online are from japan were this kind of game is played like shooters for people in america. If you do try it get ready to be rocked by a guy you cant even understand because thats whats going to happen...a lot.
Better than I expected
posted by HybridChyl (MUNCIE, IN) Feb 9, 2010
Member since Feb 2010
If you are looking for straight up combat then you will find little to enjy in this game other than it's beautiful animation, and HD graphics. Sure, the fighting is smoothe and fun, but the true greatness of the game lies in the story mode. You have to play through all characters to get the full story of Blazblue, but it is well worth it. From the serious and deep philosophies of Rachel Alucard to the hilarious stupidity of Taokaka (with her friends "White Guy" and "Booby Lady") this game is more than just your typical fighting game!
Blaz Thumbs
posted by Terrents (CARLSBAD, CA) Jan 20, 2010
Member since Jan 2010
Recovering after being hit is nice and easy to do keeping combat quick and fast pace. Being able to recover and land on your feet in mid air gives it a nice anime combat feel. And somehow the game keeps every fight intense and always sitting on the edge of your seat. (Sorry but I cant add anymore to this review if you really want to read more find my review on Giant Bomb com
Easy Trophies
posted by Drinkamon (EASTON, PA) Jan 20, 2010
Member since Feb 2009
Really Bad
Ugh! How did a game like this get produced?
posted by Techboy96 (PLAINVIEW, NY) Jan 9, 2010
Member since Nov 2009
posted by malinko (RINGGOLD, VA) Dec 30, 2009
Member since Dec 2009
Not the best
posted by Lsadiner (ALBUQUERQUE, NM) Nov 2, 2009
Member since Feb 2009
Not fun
posted by SurfFreak (LAGUNA BEACH, CA) Oct 31, 2009
Member since Jun 2004
Very Good
Love this game but cant wait to see it balanced.
posted by Heigou (NEW FAIRFIELD, CT) Oct 27, 2009
Member since Apr 2009
People will argue tier dont matter its just about how well u do. Well in high enough level of player arakune can beat anyone but Nu by keeping em in a corner pinned with bugs and recursing or a c loop so is this fair?
But even so i give this game a 8 back when i first got it i wouldve been giving it a 10 or 9 but thats before i improved a bunch then started fighting better and better players then finding that all these tier lists mattered more in this game then almost any other fighter.
for any fighting game fan this is a must have or was a must have the next one is on the horizon and will be far better most likely in the balance department.
pro- Fun
creative characters
nice story
replay value is high
balance is terrible compared to most fighters
alot of characters feel like less complex versions of there old selves aka ragna= sol bad guy or arakune= eddie and testaments mentally challenged baby.
Id say pick it up for 30 if not just wait.
Above Average
posted by zargot (PHOENIX, AZ) Oct 23, 2009
Member since Oct 2009


text:
Flavor Profile: Gideon's BBQ Smokehouse in Glastonbury
In the future, every town will have its own barbecue joint. The future's almost here in Connecticut, it seems. That thought crossed my mind last week while chowing down at Gideon's BBQ Smokehouse in Glastonbury. Slow-smoked meat is ascendant. Barbecue is on the march. This could have something to do with the popularity of grilling and BBQ on food television, or it could be that as more and more backyard barbecue-fiends perfect their skills they get the urge to show off their ribs and brisket to the public at large. A few gold medals at a barbecue competition can be enough to make a home hobbyist dream of the big time. Or it could be that people just love that combination of sweet and tangy, and smoke and spice, of meaty goodness. Barbecue takes a lot of time and care to make well, but once you've got a tray of the stuff, it's pretty easy and quick to serve it up. So it's an ideal restaurant food in that regard.
Gideon's BBQ Smokehouse is relatively new. And there will be competition — if not in the ribs and pull-pork department — with both Bricco Trattoria up the street and Harry's Pizza in the same strip of shops. Gideon's is casual, with an order-at-the-counter set-up and a spread of regional barbecue sauces (Carolina Mustard, classic, and spicy chipotle) to choose from. The menu features the standard BBQ fare: pulled pork, ribs and brisket. There's also smoked turkey on hand, and smoked sausage was a special on the day I stopped by. Sides include corn bread, slaw, baked beans, mac-n-cheese, collard greens, regular old fries and sweet potato fries. That's basically enough to carve out a southern-style vegetable plate. There are sandwiches available with pulled pork, smoked turkey or brisket. And Gideon's serves veggie burgers and fried haddock sandwiches, too.
The dinner sampler ($15.95) gets you two ribs, some sliced brisket and a slab of the smoked turkey, as well as two sides and a piece of cornbread. The turkey and the brisket had nice exterior rings showing where the smoke had permeated the meat. They were tasty — not overly smoked. Some will long for a more assertive spice rub on the brisket. But brisket and turkey are both tricky to master, dryness being a concern. These easy enough to eat with a fork, though more time slow-cooking the brisket wouldn't have been a problem. Keep in mind, I'm a grown man with a considerable appetite, but I was able to polish off the dinner sampler without really straining.
Some of that muscular seasoning ended up in the sides, it seems, with several hunks of garlic in the collards (along with bits of pork), and a layering of onion and garlic salt on top of the mac-and-cheese adding zing to a dish where many merely look for gooey cheesy goodness.
One other note for barbecue buffs, the sauces are a little on the sweet side. South Carolina mustard sauce is not everyone's thing to begin with, but I found the mustard sauce at Gideon's to be too sugary and without the bite I look for. But the chipotle sauce delivered some of that sought-after fire.
Another option to consider at Gideon's: they do barbecue by the pound, which is quite a bargain when you're looking to feed the family without much hubbub. The brisket is $13.95 a pound, and pulled pork is $11.95 a pound.
I live in a town that doesn't have its own joint devoted exclusively to barbecue yet, though it's true pulled pork can be found on a few menus. I'm a little jealous of towns like Glastonbury, Middletown and Windsor. But in addition to thinking that every town will eventually have its own BBQ place, I also think that BBQ restaurants should be a little like houses: everyone gets one before anyone gets two.
Gideon's BBQ Smokehouse
345 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury, (860) 633-4227, gideonsbbqsmokehouse.com
Copyright © 2014, Daily Press


text:
Start learning with our library of video tutorials taught by experts. Get started
Evolve your current workflow to incorporate responsive design and collaboration practices, without adding too much complexity or overhead.
"There are quite a few things that make lynda.com the best online learning platform. One of the greatest is that you guys listen and respond to your audience and I can't thank you enough for doing so." —Nathan
more from our members »


text:
Channel 6 News - Search Results
Troy store sells winning lotto ticket
TROY -- Check your tickets, you might be the owner of a winning lottery ticket worth nearly $33,000.
The ticket was purchased at the Stewart's Shop in Troy on 112th Street. Lottery officials say the winner picked up the Take Five ticket last Monday, but has yet to come forward.
Tickets expire on year after the drawing.


text:
I am a small start up business and am looking for some entry level used chocolate tempering/melting equipment, such as a Bakon MTD 1-2-3, ACMC Tabletop Tempering Machine, etc. Any of the entry level tabletop machines would work. I am located in the US.
Views: 681
I have an ACMC that I have not used in years. It's been in storage and was working before it was put away.
I have attached pictures . If you are interested, contact me at firstname.lastname@example.com. I am located in Texas.
Thanks for the response - I will email you.
Thanks again
I tried to email you but am getting a delivery status notification of non-delivery. Can you resend your email address?
Thank you
Is this item still for sale
Hi I have a PTL 100 Batch Temperer new Zealand - also a ACMC Table Top Temperer but the probe needs replacing at a cost around $150.00NZ$, also have a PTL Moulding Station and Skjope Fridges.
I have a Hilliard's Little Dipper for sale for $750 plus shipping costs. If you are interested, email me at email@example.com
DeRhonda, I attempted to email you but the mail was returned undeliverable. Can you post picture and information?
Hi, I have a TF20 melter/temperer by design and realisation that I am selling for 750. I am located
in Vermont.
© 2014 Created by Clay Gordon.


text:
ive seen in several posts members spending 100 bucks on groceries per week. but i cant afford to be doing that. right now im trying to bulk but 3000 calories seems a whole lot to me. any suggestions?
- 24/7 Customer Service 1-877-991-3411
- Contact Us
- Need Help?
- View Cart


text:
Dear MXA,
I bought a used 2003 Suzuki RM250 and the jetting is awful. Can you help me?
Suzuki's box stock jetting in 2003 left a lot to be desired. Here is what we ran on our sea-level RM250 race bikes back in 2003. We went down to a 165 main from the stock 175, leaned out the 48 pilot to a 45 and replaced the stock 6.5 slide with a leaner 7.0 slide.
If you have a question, send it to email@example.com