text:
Log in
Log in to check your private messages
Writer's Group 3: Symbiosis and Unity
Goto page
Forum Index
The Written Word
Joined: 20 May 2008
Posts: 559
Location: North Carolina! And proud of it...!
Posted: Mon Jul 21, 2008 5:30 pm
Post subject:
Oh, I own the all of them. It's like, compact into three books in the same...yeah...
Hoffman icon courtesy of my very good friend, Isaymakebelieve, on LJ, check her out!
In my brain, I'm someone famous AND important!
Dubbed 'Egg' by ASA, but also responds to "spegg"...
Keeper of Oliblish and Teh Poodle Stick....
Back to top
Joined: 09 Jul 2008
Posts: 1800
Location: The boring part of Washington
Posted: Mon Jul 21, 2008 8:19 pm
Post subject:
Alright, page 3. I'm thinking about ending it here; there's more to the story, but it's not as much about the relationship between Jac and Aven, and that relationship is the one that best fits the theme. Not sure about the end, though...
Aven was standing up to join Jac in unpacking the food when the young elf leaned into the room, a strange expression on her face.
Y hear anythin from Nat while I was gone?
Aven was surprised. In the months hed been gone, Jac had never brought Nathan up in conversation; it was just too hard to talk about him without speculating whether he was coming back. No, I havent. The cell phones off.
Jacs expression flickered for a second. Oh yeah, uh duh. Sorry.
Avens brows furrowed. Why? Dyou hear something?
No. Jacs answer came quickly. I, ah, jus wondered.
Aven sniffed suspiciously, leaning slightly toward her smaller friend.
Jac stiffened and the room got suddenly colder.
What are you hiding, Jac? Aven asked, her voice softer, concern building in her eyes. She walked toward Jac but stopped as the air became too cold.
Jac relaxed and the field of negative heat retreated inside her small body. She sat down on the floor, leaning against the doorframe.
Aven put her arm around the small girls shoulder, ignoring the cold that bit her skin. You okay?
Aven smiled. Orcs are the only humans that can lie, Jac; your hormones are going crazy. Did you meet someone outside?
Avens smile wilted. Its Mel, she whispered, not even pretending to ask.
Hes my friend, Av. Hed never hurt anybody, and hes dying.
Aven swallowed, not wanting to be the one to shatter Jacs view of Mel. Jac while youre gone, all he does is scratch and pound on the door.
I know that, Aven, Jac hissed, Im not stupid; I saw the prints.
Well then.
He knows the PIN, Av.
Aven pulled away from Jac, her expression was one of shock, betrayal, even. You told him?
No! God, I migh be human, but that doesnt mean Im incompetent! Hes seen us both type it in a hundred times. He never tried ta figure it out, but hes too smart not to.
How do you know?
He told me, Av. He tried to get me ta change it.
But you didnt.
He might be sane now, Jac, but that cant last much longer.
To Avens surprise, Jac smiled. Hes good for a month r two.
You gave him something. Again, Aven did not bother with a question.
Does it matter?
No. Youre the one who got the food in the first place. I cant tell you what to do with it.
So if you were the one getting supplies, youd jus let im starve? Jac asked accusingly.
Honestly? Im glad I dont have to choose.
Jac opened her mouth to continue the argument, but stopped, staring at Avens arm.
Jac pointed.
Aven glanced down, and swore. The inside of her right arm, the arm shed used when she had comforted Jac, was blackened with frostbite. Jacs frustration had grown slowly, and Aven hadnt even noticed the life being absorbed from her arm.
Im so sorry, Av; Im jus hungry.
Aven ground her teeth in pain, the feeling was returning to her arm as her nanites replaced the dead cells with a fresh stock. You should eat, then. Sorry, that was- Er!- supposed to joke. At least theres no lasting damage.
Avens attempts at humor, though rather pathetic, put Jac at ease. Glad youre a droid, today, huh?
Aven grunted. Im gonna have to eat, though, and not a little either. These are deep. She paused as she noticed Jacs expression slipping back to guilt, and tried again to lighten the mood. You have serious issues, Jac.
Jac smiled. Ill get ya some turkey.
Both knew the conflict was not resolved, but they were glad the hostility had ended.
I mention a lot of things here but don't explain any of them. Here's everything that's really important about the world of this story.
Elves and Orcs are genetically enhanced humans. Nanites are nanobots that basically serve as white bloodcells for androids and genetically enhanced humans; elves also use them to produce magic. Androids can heal almost any wound, as long as their brain and spine are mostly intact, but they need to eat to get raw materials. Androids are near-perfect replications of humans, with basic physical and mental upgrades. They are capable of reproduction, both among themselve and with humans; cyborgs (aka Half-droids) are fairly common. Magic is an as-yet undiscovered form of energy that occures naturally in plants, animals, and many chemicals.
You can probably figure out most of the rest, but let me know if there's something confusing.
...In accordance with the prophesy.
TheBSDude, dubbed 'BS' by Asa and nicknamed 'Thebes.'
Keeper of the Tristam, The Amazing Non-Emo Vampire!(tm) and a Massive List of Webcomics.
"I'm like a ninja with no hopes or dreams." --Wally of
Back to top
Joined: 01 Jun 2008
Posts: 673
Location: 53°04'N 8°53'E
Posted: Wed Jul 23, 2008 12:05 pm
Post subject:
As soon as Lee-Ann saw the roadside inn ahead, she disengaged the transmission and switched off the engine. No need to waste valuable fuel, especially when the route was all down-hill from here. Silently the bike rolled along the road towards the lonely building which promised food and rest for the approaching night.
As she cut a line diagonally across the parking lot, Lee-Ann noticed the poor condition of the cars parked in front of the inn. It never ceased to amaze her how people could let their vehicles deteriorate like that. Some of the cars seemed to be made up on more rust than real metal.
She brought the bike to a halt next to the fuel pump, dismounted and strode over to the water drum standing next to the inn house. With a quick glance she found that there was actually water in there. As she returned to her bike, a young man wearing a stained blue coverall emerged from the house.
"Howdy. Canna help ya somehow?"
"What kind of juice you got in there" Lee-Ann demanded, indicating the fuel pump.
"97% pure grain alcohol," the attendant informed her.
Hmm... Booze,
Lee-Ann thought,
not my first choice of go-juice, but it'll have to do if I wanna get to Acid Springs tomorrow.
"Okay, I need a bucket full of your water and as much fuel as these will buy." As she spoke she handed the attendant a couple of small bright green crystals, which he took and held up against the sun to test their purity.
"Awright," he finally declared, "wait 'ere a sec." He disappeared into the house and returned a few seconds later bringing a tin bucket. " 'ere. Ah figure ya awready know where de drum is."
"Yeah, thanks." Lee-Ann went over to the rain drum again to fetch her water while the fuelling clerk started filing her bike up with his brew. When he had finished, Lee-Ann gently knocked on the bike's tank until she got a hollow sound. The tank was now about two thirds full; enough to get her to Acid Springs with some to spare.
"So, let's get you cleaned up now " After rummaging about in one of her saddle bags, she produced a small piece of cloth, an old toothbrush and a small metal bottle. She soaked the cloth in the water and started wiping down all of the bike's metal surfaces. With every pass of the cloth, a portion of the hull and frame was freed from the layer of dust and soot that had accumulated there in the course of today's journey. In the places she couldn't reach with the cloth, she used the brush instead to scrub off the dirt stuck in the corners.
The hot afternoon sun kept beating down on her as she proceeded to clean her bike. Sweat was running down her body in thick drops, but Lee-Ann didn't mind; in fact, she welcomed it. The flowing sweat would wash the grit off her body almost as efficiently as the wet cloth did with her bike.
She took off her shirt and hung it over the handlebar to prevent it from soaking through. She was aware that most of the inn's patrons were probably watching her, but she didn't mind that either. She had nothing to show that the wenches serving in there didn't have and if this place was like the others of its kind that she had come to know, then a good number of the patrons got to enjoy the sight of the wenches' goods quite regularly
When she was satisfied with the cleanliness of her ride, she opened the small bottle and applied small amounts of the liquid contained therein to the various exposed moving parts. She was careful to use just enough, and not waste any of it Gasoline could be replaced by various alternative fuels, but good oil was hard to get these days.
And speaking of alternate fuels, she'd have to remember to give the engine a complete overhaul once she got to Acid Springs. Most of those ersatz-fuels tended to leave rather nasty deposits in the cylinders and tubing.
She stowed away her cleaning tools again, and pulled out a larger towel. She used that to wipe the sweat off her torso, the grit that had previously accumulated there leaving dark stains on the cloth. Lee-Ann grimaced. Well, Acid Springs was supposed to have a stable water supply. She'd be able to get some laundry done there.
And a good bath, too.
After she had put on her shirt again, she grabbed the bike by the handles and pushed it into one of the parking slots closer to the building, facing towards the road. She then pulled a sheet of cardboard from the saddle bag and positioned it on the bike's saddle. It was a sign she had made a while ago. On both sides of the sheet she had written in large letters:
It wasn't a hollow threat either. She had, on occasion, been forced to go though with it in the past.
Finally she turned away from her ride and headed for the inn's door.
* * *
"Is this seat taken?"
Lee-Ann approached the table near the front window, holding a mug of beer in one hand and a plate of fried meat and potatoes. (She had given up asking what kind of meat these joints served long ago.)
"Huh? Oh! Nah, sure, 'ave a seat," the man sitting on the opposite side of the table invited her. "Tha's quite de show you been givin' us out dere."
"What, you mean this?" Lee-Ann pointed at her shirt, which she hadn't bothered to button up again before she entered the inn.
"Nah! Or, well, that too, Ah guess " An amused grin spread over the man's face. "But what Ah really meant was, Ah aint never seen any'un spend so much time on 'is vehicle, afore even cummin' in for a drink!"
"Yeah, well, judging by those heaps of junk standing out there on the parking lot, that doesn't really surprise me But for me, too much depends on my bike being in good condition. I take care of my ride, so that when the going gets rough, it can take care of me."
Lee-Ann smiled innerly as she proceeded to consume her dinner. This guy was actually quite cute perhaps she'd yet get to have some fun tonight
* * *
The meal was followed by several more jugs of beer a pitifully weak brew, but that was OK with Lee-Ann; she wasn't planning on getting drunk tonight anyway. By now she had learned that the name of her table mate was Hugh, and so far she liked the way their conversation was going. She felt quite confident that this would be one night she would not have to spend alone.
Presently she was aware of Hugh saying something to her, but she wasn't listening. Her attention was drawn towards the big window, and the view of the parking lot it presented her with.
" Um, would you excuse me for a moment please, I'll be right back."
Lee-Ann jumped out of her seat and headed for the exit. As she was moving, her hand dropped to her gun holster and undid the thumb break.
"Yo! You better get away from my bike, mister!" Lee-Ann called out as she passed through the inn's door, her palm resting on the grip of her revolver.
The man her words were directed at slowly turned around to face her, a wide but not quite friendly smile spreading over his face when he caught sight of Lee-Ann.
"That yer hog? Pretty machine ya got there, an' as it seems, 'ts a pretty lady ridin' it, too!"
"Thanks, but I don't appreciate people nosing around my bike, so please step away"
The smile vanished from the man's face. "An' Ah dun' appreciate folks tellin' me what ta do, even if they're pretty gals "
Lee-Ann's hand tightened around the grip of her gun. "Can you read?" she asked nodding towards the sign she had posted on the bike before. "That's no joke!"
"Aw, c'mon! Yer ain't really gonna shoot a fella over a lousy bike, would'cha?"
"Are you willing to find out the hard way?"
By now a small crowd had gathered at the door behind Lee-Ann. Slowly, she started moving to the side, away from the door. Any number of those people could be this guy's friends, and if this situation did turn violent, she wouldn't want to have them in her rear. Apparently, the guy in front of her had just come to a similar conclusion, and it gave him an extra boost to his confidence. With a bold expression he took a step towards Lee-Ann, his hand moving towards his back.
"Now lissen, honey! Ya dun' seem ta know who yer talkin' to. I'm "
"Quite frankly, I don't give a rotten damn who you are, as long as you leave my bike alone"
That did it for the man. His face filed with rage, he sprang forward towards Lee-Ann. Two steps was as far as he got before Lee-Ann's bullet caught him in the chest. The knife he had drawn from the sheath strapped on his back under his vest clattered to the ground a second before his big body keeled over and lay motionless at Lee-Ann's feet. A pool of red spread out from under him.
The shock on the bystanders' faces was replaced by anger almost immediately.
"She shot Big Bill!" someone exclaimed, "Killed 'im dead, jus' like dat!"
Lee-Ann scanned the crowd. A pang of sadness ran through her as she recognized Hugh's face among them.
What a pity.
She turned towards he angry villagers, gun still in hand, but careful not to point it at any of them.
"Listen, folks! I didn't mean for it to happen like this! All he had to do was leave my bike alone, and we could've had a drink together at the bar "
This didn't seem to make much of an impression on the crowd, though.
"All I came here for was something to eat, a place to stay for the night, " She looked at Hugh one more time, " and perhaps some pleasant company But now it looks like that's not going to happen, doesn't it?"
Lee-Ann raised the gun to cover the general area occupied by the crowd to make sure none of them got any stupid ideas.
"So, I guess I'll just have to get back on my bike and get out of here."
She slowly paced over to the bike, keeping the gun trained on the crowd as she swung herself into the saddle and fumbled the key into the ignition. The engine started up with a deafening roar. As soon as Lee-Ann had holstered her gun and turned her face away from the mob, she could hear them running to stop her, but with a twist of the gas handle, she accelerated out of their reach.
As she swung into the road beyond the parking lot, Lee-Ann could here the clanging of car doors, followed by the sickening whine of engines that took way too long to start and the occasional bangs of misfiring pistons. By the time the first car left the parking lot in pursuit Lee-Ann already had a half mile head start. Those yokels would never catch up with her in those heaps of junk they were driving.
A smile spread over Lee-Ann's face as she patted the side of her bike's tank, similar to how one would pat a horse on the neck.
Looks like I'm gonna get to Acid Springs sooner than planned...
Please click on my Eggs and Hatchlings.
Back to top
Joined: 09 Jul 2008
Posts: 1800
Location: The boring part of Washington
Posted: Wed Jul 23, 2008 1:56 pm
Post subject:
Nice, Lope. If there's more, I'd love to read it.
...In accordance with the prophesy.
TheBSDude, dubbed 'BS' by Asa and nicknamed 'Thebes.'
Keeper of the Tristam, The Amazing Non-Emo Vampire!(tm) and a Massive List of Webcomics.
"I'm like a ninja with no hopes or dreams." --Wally of
Back to top
Joined: 01 Jun 2008
Posts: 673
Location: 53°04'N 8°53'E
Posted: Wed Jul 23, 2008 7:12 pm
Post subject:
Perhaps in my next WG...
Please click on my Eggs and Hatchlings.
Back to top
Joined: 18 Apr 2008
Posts: 2594
Location: Star Stuff
Posted: Sun Aug 03, 2008 11:25 am
Post subject:
One week until the due date! Once I have some more time tonight I'm going to go back through the thread and hotlink the first post (first page) to individual works.
It'll end up looking something like...
#1 Name [1] [2] [3] [4] ...
#2 Name [1] [2] [3] ...
#3 Name <need entry>
...and so on. That isn't reflecting our current list, even if it does coincide or if it doesn't. Truth be told I didn't even look at our current list first... so
Ah, so busy..
. Dubbed "Usagi" by AsA .
Keeper of the Siderean Swords
"If by chance some day you're not feeling well, and you should remember some silly thing I've said or done, and it brings back a smile to your face or a chuckle to your heart, then my purpose as your clown has been fulfilled."
Red Skelton
Back to top
Joined: 18 Apr 2008
Posts: 2594
Location: Star Stuff
Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2008 10:10 pm
Post subject:
Alrighty, just to remind everybody, the end date is fast approaching! I need submissions from spegg, Smurf, and Rav still (unless I've missed them). I'll drop them PM notices tonight, as well as hyperlinking the first page of this thread so that you can quick-travel to the individual posts containing entries.
Now that I've figured out how to do that...
. Dubbed "Usagi" by AsA .
Keeper of the Siderean Swords
"If by chance some day you're not feeling well, and you should remember some silly thing I've said or done, and it brings back a smile to your face or a chuckle to your heart, then my purpose as your clown has been fulfilled."
Red Skelton
Back to top
Joined: 20 May 2008
Posts: 559
Location: North Carolina! And proud of it...!
Posted: Sun Aug 10, 2008 4:59 pm
Post subject:
We love you 'Shi.
I'm afraid I might have writers block.
And I'm terribly angry and bitter at two people, and I can think without one of them poping in my head, so...
yes this has been going on for two weeks...
maybe I hold grudges too long....
I'll try it, though...
Hoffman icon courtesy of my very good friend, Isaymakebelieve, on LJ, check her out!
In my brain, I'm someone famous AND important!
Dubbed 'Egg' by ASA, but also responds to "spegg"...
Keeper of Oliblish and Teh Poodle Stick....
Back to top
Joined: 18 Apr 2008
Posts: 2594
Location: Star Stuff
Posted: Sun Aug 10, 2008 11:28 pm
Post subject:
Very interesting shortening of my name... reminds me of my old moniker, actually, "shinotenshi". Anyone who can translate that one will understand (probably) why I dropped "shino"...
Spegg! I believe in you!
. Dubbed "Usagi" by AsA .
Keeper of the Siderean Swords
"If by chance some day you're not feeling well, and you should remember some silly thing I've said or done, and it brings back a smile to your face or a chuckle to your heart, then my purpose as your clown has been fulfilled."
Red Skelton
Back to top
Joined: 22 Mar 2008
Posts: 637
Location: Toward The Terra
Posted: Mon Aug 11, 2008 10:24 am
Post subject:
As someone who could translate the afore-mentioned "shino", there are a couple of things I can come up with actually.
As for my entry, I'll probably edit this post and stick it in here if no-one else posts by the time it's done.
I feel kind of silly for not thinking of post-apocalypta before, but since now others have done it, I went with a more ambiguous setting.
EDIT:@ Spawn. I was a little stuck at first and I asked a friend for a prompt word. Would you like us to throw some at you, to get you started?
EDIT 2: So here's my entry. I hope you guys like.
Moon-Wing huddled down and pulled the camo-blanket closer about her shoulders. She perched on the edge of a small hill, waiting. The snow-fall had slowly been getting heavier and heavier for the last couple of hours, and it would be difficult to track their target if the weather got any worse. At her side, a patient Old English sheepdog rather contentedly but alert.
Not that Moon-Wing was her given name. It was a codename; the real one didnt exactly matter anymore. All that mattered was the mission and getting things done.
Moon-Wing? Moon-Wing, come in. Have you and Ratty sighted the target yet? Im getting fed up of waiting here I swear, cant even feel my face anymore.
Moon-Wing reached inside her jacket for her radio, smiling.
Not exactly a great loss to us all, Silver Owl.
You are charming Your partner is holding up I take it?
Moon-Wing ruffled Rattys ears, and the dog let loose a great doggy yawn. He didnt like waiting for their target either.
Yeah, Rattys good, probably just thinking about chasing bunnies and
As a small convoy of trucks came into sight at the belly of the valley, Moon-Wings voice trailed off. Better late than never, she thought.
Chatter time is over, big guy. Ratty and I are moving in now, she hissed into the radio before replacing it inside her jacket.
Throwing off her blanket, Moon-Wing took up the rifle at her side and took off down the side of the valley, Ratty following closely at her heels. Moon-Wing darted through the trees in a zigzag, taking care with her steps not to tumble over herself. As she reached the line of small trees and shrubbery that ran along the roadside, she quickly knelt and brought up her rifle.
There was still a little bit of time before the convoy was within sights. Hopefully, Silver Owl and the others were setting up their positions along the road. There was time, they could do this and they could do this right. They could take this target easily and get paid for once, and
Dissident; drop your weapon and kneel with your hands on top of your head. I have a clear shot of your head. Do not make me take it, a low voice announced from behind her.
How could they have known? Had someone double-crossed them? Or had communications just been sloppy? And where the heck had Ratty gotten to?
Moon-Wing hissed and slowly put the rifle down on the forest floor, before continuing with the unseen voices instructions. The ground here was only lightly dusted with snow, but it was still fairly cold and not a comfortable place to kneel. The truck convoy was still out of sight, but she could hear a vague rumbling in the distance. They were definitely getting closer.
Good. You may actually last beyond tonight if you carry on like this. Now, we had reports of a group and you are only one. Where are they? the voice demanded Moon-Wing could hear them shift, their stance must have changed. She could only make out the vaguest shadow from the moonlight escaping through the trees.
Im never alone. Im a legion, she replied.
Very cute. Now, where are the rest of the dissidents?
And I already told you Im never-
Moon-wing was cut off, when the voice from behind her cried out and swore loudly, and a body crashed to the floor. There was a low, canine growl and she heard metal clatter, and felt something bounce against the soles of her boots.
Scrambling to her feet once more, she snatched up both her own rifle and the weapon that her attacker had lost a smaller gun but military issue and spun around to survey the situation.
Ratty had ambushed her attacker, a soldier who must have been part of an extra security detail. The dog must have jumped not quite from behind, but now had the soldier lying on his back. There was blood on the forest floor and the soldier cradled his arm to his chest it appeared to be useless now. She was extremely lucky that his weapon hadnt misfired in the altercation. Ratty continued to growl and bare fangs at the soldier, while the soldier simply stared up at Moon-Wing as she pointed the gun directly at his head.
You will not get away with this, dissident, the soldier muttered, his voice now beginning to waver. He began to shuffle on his elbows backwards towards a tree. Did he think a tree would save him at this point? That convoy is heavily guarded. You and your pet do you honestly think that just the two of you are any kind of match for us?
Moon-Wing cocked back the guns hammer, almost casually. Ratty continued to growl at the soldier, hackles raised.
We were more than enough for you. And we are never alone. Were a legion, she replied coldly.
The rumbling of the convoy got slowly louder; it was getting close to time. The little military issue gun barked, disturbing a murder of crows in some nearby trees, and the soldier slumped over. Moon-Wing exhaled, her gun hand shaking as she lowered it once more. Their unforeseen target dealt with, Ratty whined and nuzzled at her free hand. She smiled and knelt down on one knee, putting the gun down and scratching Ratty behind his ears.
Moon-Wing! We heard a shot, and it looks like the convoy did too! We could have unexpected company out here tonight The convoy has stopped and is fanning out, so it looks like were going with Plan B again. Well see you at the point.
Understood, Im getting into position now, she replied, fumbling with the radio as she disposed of the soldiers gun.
Picking up pace, and Ratty following at her heels, Moon-Wing began to race towards the Plan B meeting point. She could hear shouts in the distance and the convoys rumble had ceased. The soldiers must have heard the shot and knew someone was out there, waiting for them.
But it would be okay, because she wasnt alone. She was never alone. She was part of a legion.
Bernard [about the job]: The pay's not great, but the work is hard.
Black Books
Back to top
Dark Mirf
Joined: 22 Apr 2008
Posts: 297
Posted: Mon Aug 11, 2008 6:17 pm
Post subject:
I've been busy and I'm suffering from a big writer's block. I cant seem to write anything. D:
I dont think there'll be any entry from me. Sorry.
Keeper of Gwendowlyn's red hair.
Back to top
Joined: 20 May 2008
Posts: 559
Location: North Carolina! And proud of it...!
Posted: Tue Aug 12, 2008 8:55 am
Post subject:
Sure, Rav. Why not for me and 'Mirf, here?
The worst thta could happen is thta I still can't write.....CUASE OF DUMB, DUMB POO-POO HEADS!
Hoffman icon courtesy of my very good friend, Isaymakebelieve, on LJ, check her out!
In my brain, I'm someone famous AND important!
Dubbed 'Egg' by ASA, but also responds to "spegg"...
Keeper of Oliblish and Teh Poodle Stick....
Back to top
Joined: 22 Mar 2008
Posts: 637
Location: Toward The Terra
Posted: Tue Aug 12, 2008 11:20 am
Post subject:
M'kay then... I'l throw in:
- Gangs
- Clans
- Desperation
- On the Edge
Bernard [about the job]: The pay's not great, but the work is hard.
Black Books
Back to top
Joined: 18 Apr 2008
Posts: 2594
Location: Star Stuff
Posted: Tue Aug 12, 2008 12:41 pm
Post subject:
Would two more days (until the 14th) help you guys out? If so, I'll extend the deadline until then, but no later. I'm leaving for Morgantown (college) on the 15th, and will be almost 100% busy until Monday evening, give or take.
. Dubbed "Usagi" by AsA .
Keeper of the Siderean Swords
"If by chance some day you're not feeling well, and you should remember some silly thing I've said or done, and it brings back a smile to your face or a chuckle to your heart, then my purpose as your clown has been fulfilled."
Red Skelton
Back to top
Joined: 20 May 2008
Posts: 559
Location: North Carolina! And proud of it...!
Posted: Wed Aug 13, 2008 8:52 am
Post subject:
Thank you, that would be a great help!
And thanks, Rav, for the wordies!
Hoffman icon courtesy of my very good friend, Isaymakebelieve, on LJ, check her out!
In my brain, I'm someone famous AND important!
Dubbed 'Egg' by ASA, but also responds to "spegg"...
Keeper of Oliblish and Teh Poodle Stick....
Back to top
Display posts from previous:
All Posts
1 Day
7 Days
2 Weeks
1 Month
3 Months
6 Months
1 Year
Oldest First
Newest First
Forum Index
The Written Word
All times are GMT - 4 Hours
Goto page
Jump to:
Select a forum
The Agora
Rules and Introductions
General Discussion
Forum Games
Plot, Character, and Current Page Discussion
The Louvre
Arts 'n Crafts
The Written Word
Serious RPG's
post new topics in this forum
reply to topics in this forum
edit your posts in this forum
delete your posts in this forum
vote in polls in this forum
Elveron phpBB theme/template by
Ulf Frisk
Michael Schaeffer
Copyright © Ulf Frisk, Michael Schaeffer 2004
Powered by
© 2001, 2002 phpBB Group


text:
Meet Shaban, a shepherd living happily alongside his sheep and goats. One rainy night, thieves invaded his property and stole all his sheep. Set off on this adventure as Shaban seeks to find his lost sheep. Enjoy this entertaining story told in a comic strip style. Solve a variety of logical and environmental puzzles as you progress through the game. Will you be able to help Shaban rescue his sheep in time?
- 2 playable characters
- Original soundtrack
- 30 wonderful hand drawn backgrounds
- Check out our Blog Walkthrough
Game System Requirements:
- OS: Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7/8
- CPU: 2.5 GHz
- DirectX: 9.0
- Hard Drive: 745 MB
Game Manager System Requirements:
- Browser: Internet Explorer 7 or later
The Big Fish Guarantee:
- Quality tested and virus free.
- No ads, no adware, no spyware.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
University Communications works with partners at all levels of the university to provide strategic counsel and develop projects that meet the needs of both internal and external audiences. Our services include:
We are passionate about using our talents to build UB's reputation as a leading public research university and a great place to work, live and learn.
Our work demonstrates how UB reaches others and makes a positive impact locally and globally. We do this by producing timely, relevant and compelling communications online and in print, and by working with the news media.
The University Communications team comprises more than 30 professionals with expertise in communications planning, research and strategy; writing, design and multimedia production; media relations; and crisis communications.


text:
Salt Lake City, Utah. Octr. 26/96. David Eccles, Esq. Ogden City, Utah. My Dear Brother:- I write to ask a great favor from you, and yet one that I feel you will never make a loss of a dollar by granting,and if you shall make up your mind to grant my request I will appreciate it more than I am able to tell. I would like you and Judge Dee to make a purchase from me of all of the securities which I have to spare in the Home Fire Ins, Co, the Coop. Wagon Co. and Heber J. Grant & Co. and to pay me the full market price for these securities and accept from me a written gurarantee that at the end of three years I will repurchase any or all of the stocks which you may have taken at the same price at which you took them from me,and that I will in addition guarantee the average divi¬dends on these securities which you purchase to be not less than ten per cent per annum. If it is less I am to make the difference good at the end of each year and if the dividends are more you a
Click tabs to swap between content that is broken into logical sections.


text:
Ask a question
Gila Key Safe
The smallest RocLok key safe rock available, the Gila lock box is compact enough to live in a large potted plant and offers the same size key storage box as all the other RocLok styles.
Name :
E-Mail :
Please write your question....(min. 50, max. 2000 characters)
Characters written:


text:
1linear feet; This collection is arrranged by subject group.; Newspaper Clippings; Newspaper clippings, 1930-1939.; Newspaper clippings, 1940-1949.; Newspaper clippings, 1950-1959.; Newspaper clippings, 1960-1969.; Newspaper clippings, 1970-1979.; Newspaper clippings, 1980-1989.; Newspaper clippings, unknown dates.; Newspaper clippings, unknown dates.; Records; Marriage license receipt for the marriage of George H. Firth to Evinia Byrum, February 24, 1905.; Envelope addressed to Timothy Kendell from Thomas E. McKay, Weber County Recorder, n.d.; United States Document appointing Timothy Kendell as Presiding Judge for Uintah Precinct, Weber County, Utah. Dated July 21, 1891.; 1947 Utah Centennial Commission Certificate of Honor for Timothy Kendell. Signed by Governor Herbert B. Maw and Centennial Commission Chairman, David O. McKay.; Memorandum from the Utah Centennial Commission to all Native Pioneers, August 26, 1947.; United States testimony for the election of Timothy Kendell as Justice of the Peace, Uintah Precinct, Utah. Dated September 28, 1889.; Election proclamation for Timothy Kendell being elected as Justice of the Peace, Uintah Precinct, Utah. Dated December 15, 1914.; Land deed for William Kendell of Weber County, Utah, March 5, 1875.; Oversize; Sections of various newspapers including the Deseret News and the Ogden Standard-Examiner.
Click tabs to swap between content that is broken into logical sections.


text:
Loading Map....
Date(s) - July 25
5:45 pm - 7:45 pm
Wendella Boats
400 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Illinois
Wendella is spicing up its boat rides with a beer and barbeque night. Cruise down the Chicago River and Lake Michigan while sampling Goose Island beer and BBQ from Sweet Baby Ray's. $48, www.wendellaboats.com


text:
The bride is the daughter of William Dow "Buster" and Lea Stuart of Cleveland. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Stuart Sr., the late Dr. and Mrs. David N. Hawkins, the late Eva Hunt Hawkins and the late Dr. David N. Hawkins.
The bridegroom is the son of Dave and Jacque Goins of Cleveland and Richard Lewis Smith Jr. of Harriman. He is the grandson of the late Richard Lewis Smith Sr., the late Jewell Smith, William Lee Hendrix of Mobile, Ala., and the late Delnora Hendrix.
The wedding was officiated by Dr. T. Alan Johnston, a close family friend. Nuptial music was provided by Mrs. Sandy Parkinson, organist; and soloists, Benjamin Biller and Meagan Jolley, both of Cleveland.
Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attended by her sister-in-law, Mrs. Page Durham of Nashville, as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Meagan Jolley of Chattanooga, Joy Clemons of Chattanooga and junior bridesmaid, Sydney Durham of Nashville, the bride's niece. Charley Durham of Nashville, the bride's niece, was flower girl.
The bridegroom's stepfather, Mr. Goins, served him as best man. Groomsmen were his brothers, Joe Smith and Gerrit Goins, both of Cleveland. Ushers were Benjamin Biller and Tyler Durham, the bride's brother.
The reception was given by the parents of the bride at Cleveland country Club. Betsy Gentry of Cleveland served as wedding director. Shelby Goins, Alley Goins and Kaylee Templin, granddaughters of the bridegroom's parents were bubble attendants. Edie Templin kept the bride's book.
After a wedding trip to Paradise Island, Bahamas, the couple is at home in Chattanooga.


text:
new cropped pj top
by STEVEN ALAN
Having spent the past 20 years creating a mini fashion world grounded in classic American roots - fashioned with a twist - Steven Alan has quietly emerged an uncommon fashion pioneer. Upon opening his first retail store in 1994, Steven sold pieces from an eclectic group of emerging designers, becoming known for his keen eye. In 1999, Steven launched his first men's collection, including his now signature Reverse Seam Shirt, followed by a women's collection soon after. The collections build upon the same curatorial point of view using authentic fabrics and precise tailoring along with thoughtful details- resulting in easily wearable, refined casual looks.
Back To Product View All From This DesignerMen's Size Chart
Product Details
Our short sleeved, cropped PJ top in a washable yarn-dyed Japanese chambray. Rounded collar with piping, an updated body with a slightly longer length with a four button front closure.
• front patch pocket
• oversized button details
• 100% cotton
• made in USA


text:
Partnerships have always been at the heart of TreePeople's work – from our early days planting trees in the smog-damaged mountains of Los Angeles to our current efforts to create Functioning Community Forests throughout our region.
Thank you to our partners below for all you have made possible!
Welcome New Partners, Earth Day Network and Eames Office!


text:
Prices and availability are subject to change from the time and date that you print this page.
2/1/2015 6:47:11 AM. For Customer Service, please call
From arts and crafts time to tea time all the way to cleanup time, this handy dandy cube is an ideal way to sit down or tidy up. Pretty neat, huh?


text:
22 percent of American children live in poverty. We focus our work in some of our nation's most distressed and under-served communities, where poverty is high and opportunities are limited. We also respond to disasters that occur right here in the United States. These accomplishments represent some of our 2013 impact:
children and adults served in the United States through domestic programs
Achievement made possible in 2013 with the support of World Vision donors in the United States.
teachers and students benefited from school supplies provided by our Teacher Resource Center, supporting low-income neighborhoods
Achievement made possible in 2013 with the support of World Vision donors in the United States.
children and adults assisted with disaster relief and recovery response
Achievement made possible in 2013 with the support of World Vision donors in the United States.
World Vision's Teacher Resource Center (TRC) program provides new school supplies, backpacks, clothing, and other classroom resources to students in schools across the United States with 70 percent or higher poverty rates. For the most part, teachers and other school staff come to a World Vision warehouse facility or mobile TRC and "shop," free of charge, for the products most useful to their students and classrooms. Occasionally, special events are held and product is distributed at the school. The FY13 TRC teacher survey was undertaken in response to requests from World Vision U.S. programs staff for information that could be used with current and future supporters to illustrate the impact of the TRC on children, teachers, and classrooms across America.
Poverty and its related problems produce a sense of hopelessness among young people in poor communities across America. Teenagers are often dismissed as part of the problem and rarely valued as part of the solution, especially in our most vulnerable areas. Young people who feel helpless, isolated, and unconnected to school, work, and other basic social structures are far less likely to make a successful transition to productive lives as adults. The Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) equips young people to become agents of change, capable of creating positive futures for themselves, their families, and their communities. Unlike many student leadership development projects, World Vision's program engages young people from high-risk neighborhoods. Find out how the YEP is impacting the lives of at-risk youth and even inspiring their leaders to change policies in Washington, D.C.
We maximize and multiply our impact by working in partnership with over 3,000 local organizations, rather than limiting our services to what we could do alone. These community-based groups make sure that help gets to the children and families who need it most. We strengthen what's already working.
Our primary consideration is the level of child poverty. In the United States, we find pockets of poverty with the same outcomes for child health and education as in the developing world.
Another key factor is the expressed interest of local nonprofit organizations in partnering with World Vision to meet community needs.
Every struggling community in America has faith-based and community-based organizations dedicated to improving the lives of children and families. Most of these groups are under-resourced and overworked because the need is so great.
Rather than duplicate their efforts, World Vision comes alongside them to help them be even more effective with the tools and resources we offer as a strong international organization with years of community development experience.
Families living in poverty are often forced to choose between buying food, paying rent, or buying new clothes and shoes for their children. We provide new, high-quality donated products to our partners to distribute to these families. This includes clothing, shoes, personal hygiene items, household goods, home repair materials, and school supplies.
We also train organizations that work with high-risk children and youth for more effective mentoring, academic assistance, and youth empowerment. We especially focus on community solutions that engage young people in the transformation of their communities. Training topics include: 40 Developmental Assets for Children and Youth, Effective Academic Mentoring, Child Protection, and Advocacy to Improve Life for Children and Youth.
We provide food, clothing, and cleaning supplies immediately after a disaster through churches, schools, and community organizations near the impacted area. We provide new, high-quality school supplies to help young people reconnect with their education. We also provide building materials for home repair and long-term rebuilding and recovery.
Preventing child trafficking, child labor, exploitation, abuse, and neglect
Learn more >


text:
Coming January 2014. Schedule at filmliveshere.org
Cinema Revival: A Festival of Film Restoration features more than a dozen new restorations—and presentations by three industry experts—over five days. Festival passes available here.
Don't miss Retrospective: Mario Monicelli: socially conscious comedies screening throughout the month of February. See the full series here.
Julia Scher Perfect Conditions
Gregory Markopoulos: Film as Film
John Mellencamp Plain Spoken Tour


text:
Platinum Sponsor:
Men's Position Cut Sheet
Women's Position Cut Sheet
Installation Instructions
©Sportsfield Specialties, Inc 2003-2013
The information contained in this website is the sole property of Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. Any reproduction in part or as a whole without the written permission of Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. is prohibited. Sportsfield Specialties Inc. is a manufacturer of sports construction products for athletic fields and running tracks. Our product line consists of Precast Channel Drain, Football Goal Posts, Soccer Goals, Steeple Chase Pits with covers, Long/Triple Jump Sand Pits with covers, Baseball Products, Track & Field Products, multi-use Junction Box, and our Coach's Corner Press Box.
Sportsfield Specialties, 41155 State Highway 10, PO Box 231, Delhi, NY 13753Toll Free: 888-975-3343 Fax: 607-746-8481


text:
Dramatic texture and striking contrasts feature heavily in this rug from Sarasota's award-winning Rugs As Art. Combining both transitional and contemporary patterns in a rich color palette along with exquisite detail carved deeply into the dense, cut-and-loop pile, this rug will endure both in beauty and quality.
Rugs As Art, Inc. offers excellent selection, unbeatable prices and unparalleled customer service and was just named the Best Area Rug Store in America by AmericasMart Atlanta.
Design Cardiology
If the kitchen is the heart of your home, then Exclusive Kitchens is a world-class cardiology center. Exclusive Kitchens' showroom and offices, located on 301 between Desoto Road and University Parkway, include a selection of some of the finest countertops, flooring and cabinets available, featuring one of the best wood, stone and tile collections in southern Florida. No matter your budget, the Exclusive Kitchens remodeling experts will help you find the perfect granite countertop, custom flooring, kitchen cabinets and anything else you need to keep your home's heart beating strong.
25-Year Anniversary
Southwest Florida's premier closet company, the original Contemporary Cabinetry and Closet Concepts, is celebrating 25 years as a trusted asset in Sarasota. The 12,000-square-foot facility offers design and in-house manufacturing services. Locally owned by Jerry and Connie Beatty, Contemporary Cabinetry and Closet concepts has focused on building trust-based relationships with clients while developing a product of exceptional quality.


text:
Find Your Next New or Used Nissan at Barberino Nissan in New Haven County CT!
We make it easy for you to search one of the Largest Selection of Quality New, Pre Owned, and Certified Nissan Vehicles in Connecticut
At Barberino Nissan, we are one of New Haven County, CT's top choices for Nissan shopping. Conveniently located in Wallingford CT, it is easy to get to us from all directions. Research Nissan models and model options all right here!
You'll find all the information you need to buy a Nissan right here
- Search through our extensive selection of new and pre owned Nissans.
We have new Nissan Coupes, Nissan Cars, Nissan Trucks, Nissan Vans and Nissan SUVs. Research and find Used Nissan cars, Used Nissan Trucks, Used Nissan Vans and Used Nissan SUVs in CT.
- Request a price quote on a new Nissan of your choice. Our line-up of quality Nissan vehicles includes:
Nissan 370Z | Nissan Altima | Nissan Armada | Nissan Frontier | Nissan Maxima | Nissan Murano | Nissan Pathfinder | Nissan GT-R | Nissan Sentra | Nissan Titan | Nissan Xterra | Nissan Cube
- Visit our Nissan Service department, Nissan Parts department, Nissan Accessories department, Nissan Finance department. Our friendly, professional staff will exceed your expectations for personal service.
- Enjoy prompt, quality service from our Nissan Service Center. Make an appointment or order Nissan parts online.


text:
Celebrity Closets
Nine tastemakers reveal their couture-worthy closets
By Elizabeth Stamp
Forget huge kitchens, million-dollar views, and blue-chip furnishings. Often the best room in a celebritys home is the most privatethe closet. For these design-world stars, the spaces created to contain their wardrobes reflect their personal style as much as the clothes (and shoes!) withinwhether its designed with tailored masculinity, feminine allure, or over-the-top glamour. Take a peek at the treasure troves of some of ELLE DECORs favorite celebs.


text:
Sort by: Viator Recommends | Traveler Rating | Most Recent
Save up to 20% on Cirque du Soleil
By Viator, January 2015
For a limited time, save up to 20% on top Cirque du Soleil shows. Be awed by Zarkana, a rock opera mixed with acrobatics and stunning visual displays; KA, a fascinating show featuring ... Read more
Download the Viator Insider's Guide to Las Vegas
By Viator, January 2015
At Viator, our goal has always been to help travelers find the best things to see and do around the world. Our team of travel insiders handpicks every tour, our mobile apps keep you connected on ... Read more
Las Vegas Night Helicopter Tours
By Viator, January 2015
Las Vegas is known for its lively nightlife on the Strip. With the above-and-beyond offerings at attraction-filled hotels, clubs and restaurants, there?s an incredible amount to do and see on the ... Read more
Family-Friendly Fun
By Viator, December 2014
While Las Vegas has been perfunctorily touting itself as family-friendly for several years, its ?What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas? marketing campaign and TV commercials featuring scantily clad ... Read more
Grand Canyon Tours
By Viator, December 2014
The Grand Canyon is one of the seven natural wonders of the world, so it's clearly an experience not to be missed. You have a few options, and it's not always easy sorting between them. If you're ... Read more
Las Vegas Shows
By Viator, December 2014
2392 Ratings | Tours & Tickets
Las Vegas is the home to the wildest extravaganza of magical, musical shows and showgirls! See the most spectacular shows on the Strip, from the latest Cirque du Soleil spectacle, to the ... Read more
Las Vegas Comedy Shows
By Viator, November 2014
From Carrot Top?s brazen antics and equally brazen orange hair at the Luxor to Penn and Teller , the famous oddball duo (one doesn?t speak) who combine laughs with mystifying illusions and stunts ... Read more
Extreme Adventures in Las Vegas
By Viator, November 2014
We all know Las Vegas as a party destination ? we?ve all heard the stories and we know people that have come and had their bachelor/bachelorette parties here, and many of us have seen or are familiar ... Read more
Cirque du Soleil
By Viator, October 2014
1049 Ratings | Tours & Tickets
As much a staple to the city of Las Vegas as the Metropolitan Opera in New York, or the Bercy of Paris, Cirque du Soleil for years has entertained guests with dazzling world-class performances. ... Read more
Las Vegas Suggested Itineraries
By Viator, October 2014
Welcome to fabulous Las Vegas! Let the sparkling glitz of the casinos and shows entice you to lose yourself in the wild neon nightlife, and unleash your inner cowboy/girl on the Grand Canyon. ... Read more
Best Views of the Grand Canyon
By Viator, August 2014
1060 Ratings | Tours & Tickets
The Grand Canyon in Arizona is full of spectacular scenic views. Picture dramatically layered pieces of colorful rock, striking red rock gorges, sandstone spires, redwall cliffs, jagged slopes and ... Read more
Lake Mead Cruises
By Viator, May 2014
Located on the Colorado River and formed by the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead is the largest reservoir in America and a favorite destination among visitors to Las Vegas looking to get off the strip and into ... Read more
Grand Canyon Boat Rides
By Viator, May 2014
1527 Ratings | Tours & Tickets
Experience the magnitude of the Grand Canyon from below, on a boat ride down the mighty Colorado River . It's a truly unique view, cruising (or rafting) down the river past towering sandstone cliffs ... Read more
Las Vegas Dune Buggy Rides
By Viator, April 2014
Sure, you can drive through the desert or even walk through the desert with a horse with no name. But there's only one way to really experience the desert and that's on an adrenaline-charged ... Read more
Las Vegas Double Decker Bus Tours
By Viator, April 2014
The best way to see the Las Vegas Strip is from a double-decker bus . These open-top buses allow you to enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view as you travel along your route. Pick a hop-on hop-off ... Read more


text:
Two Shoes, One Goal: Get Runners To Try Zoot Footwear
To be a serious player in the running shoe market it is essential to have a good selling neutral shoe and support shoe at or around $100 MSRP. In 2009, Zoot attempted to accomplish this with the introduction of the Energy (neutral) and Advantage (support) at $110 MSRP. While the shoes were decent performers, they had no wow factor. They were often see as a more affordable alternative to the go-fast TT and Tempo. Well, that has now changed.
Click here for the Men's Energy 2.0 or Advantage 2.0
Click here for the Women's Energy 2.0 or Advantage 2.0
Noticeable improvements without a price increase.
From the initial step-in, the improvements made to the Energy 2.0 and Advantage 2.0 are apparent. Caressing the foot in a glove-like manner the two shoes just ooze refinement. The feel underfoot is has been greatly enhanced. Although the midsole materials have not changed, the distribution of the shock absorbing Z-Bound material has been separated into two distinct zones. A resdesigned outsole is a bit thicker and aids in providing better cushioning. The result of these changes is a ride quality that is much more lively than last year's shoes. Reminds us a bit of the Brooks Launch, which has been selling in huge numbers.
Why all this talk of the two shoes together?
The Energy 2.0 and Advatnage 2.0 share the same tooling (chasis) and have nearly identical uppers. Some may be wondering if it makes sense to build a neutral shoe and support shoe from the same mold. Well this is not new. The first Asics Landreth was a neutral version of the popular Asics GT-2000 series. The Brooks Defyance is a neutral version of the preceding year's Brooks Adrenline GTS and until recently the Saucony Ride and Guide shared the same tooling. Although the level of success of these different models has varied, runners have certainly found a favorite in a shoe that may otherwise not have existed.


text:
Close Recently added item(s)
You have no items in your shopping cart.
SKU# BowlSoles small 200
Be the first to review this product
Availability: In stock
Boxes Price / ea. Price / per box Discount
1 – 3 $1.75 ea. $350 per box 0%
5 – 9 $1.50 ea. $300 per box 15%
12 – above $1.25 ea. $250 per box 29%
Click on image to zoom
Size: Small W 4-7 C Age 6-9 (Qty. 200 Per Box)
The BowlSole is the worlds first disposable bowling shoe pad that is applied to the bottom of your own footwear and is specifically intended to provide the casual bowler with an alternative to the exclusive practice of renting bowling shoes. The BowlSole eliminates any possibility of transference of germs, bacteria, and viruses and affords the user the comfort and peace of mind associated with the use of their own shoes. BowlSoles are designed to fit virtually all types of footwear and they have removable sizing tabs for a custom fit.
Email to a Friend
Use spaces to separate tags. Use single quotes (') for phrases.


text:
Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, December 12, 2012,, at Ray Funeral Home.
Celebration of Life Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, December 13, 2012, at Ray Funeral Home with Rev. John Chouccoli and Rev. Elbert McKnight officiating. Interment will follow in Interstate Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mr. Bardwell was born November 21, 1951, to William Edward Bardwell and Ruby Lee Mitchell Bardwell. On March 25, 1973, he married Debra McKnight in Cleveland. He loved baseball and football, especially anything to do with Mississippi State University. He was a member of Interstate Baptist Church, an avid hunter, and enjoyed woodworking. He loved his work and dedicated 23 years to Douglas and Lomanson as well as 15 years to Taylor Air-conditioning before he became ill. His family was his life and he loved his granddaughters dearly.
He is preceded in death by his parents, William Edward and Ruby Lee Bardwell; brothers, Sammy Bardwell, David Bardwell and Billy Bardwell; sisters, Elsie Hanks, Patsy Mullen, and Helen Bardwell.
Mr. Bardwell is survived by his wife, Debra M. Bardwell of Cleveland; son, Wayne Bardwell of Cleveland; daughter, Samantha McIntyre (Ben) of Cleveland; granddaughters, Sydney McIntyre and Miley McIntyre, both of Cleveland; and a brother, William Bardwell of Metamora, Ill.
Pallbearers will be Robert LePresto, Danny Hanks, Kenny Jones, Gentle Calhoun, Rickie Stanford, and Brian Parker.
To view and sign online guestbook, go to www.rayfuneralhome.net


text:
Pointer entered the contest at her local McDonald's restaurant in Cleveland. McDonald's restaurants in the Mississippi Delta sponsor the annual sweepstakes, and the winner receives tickets and spending money for radio host Tom Joyner's annual Labor Day family event held in Orlando.
"When McDonald's called, I couldn't believe it," Pointer said. "I was overwhelmed. I even thought it was a prank!"
Once she spoke with the restaurant manager and he verified it, she knew it was real. Soon after, she was off to Florida on her first plane trip.
Joining her were her two daughters, Taniyalynn, 24, and Canarius, 19, and son Tyler, 18.
Pointer, a positive behavior instructional interventionist assistant at Ruleville Central Elementary School, also received $1,500 spending money to use during the trip.
Now in its 11th year, the Family Reunion features nationally syndicated radio host Tom Joyner and brings over 12,000 families to enjoy five days of entertainment, seminars and celebrities during Labor Day weekend.
The event is held at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Fla.
"The resort was one of the most beautiful places I've ever been," Pointer commented. "I can't even describe it ? it was huge!"
During their time there, her family enjoyed wonderful meals, informative seminars, concerts and a Sunday gospel performance featuring James Fortune and Kurt Carr, which Pointer said she especially enjoyed.
She also had the opportunity to observe Tom Joyner as he produced his live morning show, and she was able to actually meet the radio personality. In addition, her family enjoyed outings to Sea World and Universal Studios.
"The kids enjoyed the swimming pool and the amusement parks," she added. "I enjoyed the concert by R&B singer-songwriter Anthony Hamilton."
Pointer also enjoyed the friendship of the other people at the event.
The Tom Joyner Family Reunion is all about bringing families together, and Pointer's family did just that.
"My favorite thing was being able to spend time with my kids," she said. "(The trip) came at just the right time."
"The trip was awesome!" added Pointer. "I can't thank McDonald's enough for the opportunity to experience something like that. My kids and I will cherish this forever!"
Greenwood-Greenville-Grenada McDonald's Cooperative President Mike Retzer of Greenville commented on the contest.
"We are pleased to have our Tom Joyner Family Reunion winners use this time to strengthen their family relationships, and we're equally pleased that they had an entertaining time at the Reunion."
Mississippi Delta McDonald's restaurants are located in Belzoni, Charleston, Clarksdale, Cleveland, Greenville, Greenwood, Grenada, Indianola, Marks and Winona.
The Family Reunion Contest was also held in central Mississippi.


text:
A KosherEye Chat with Lisa Koonin |
KosherEye "Foodie" Friend & Baker ExtraordinaireWe are continuing our chat with Lisa Koonin as she shares her tips for successful Passover baking. What do you look for when first deciding on a Passover recipe (baking)? What are your favorite Passover Baking ingredients? What are your favorite kitchen tools? Please share some of your favorite Passover Kitchen Secrets/Tips. • Use Passover vanilla sugar to substitute for up to 1/4 cup white sugar in cakes—it has great flavor. Vanilla sugar is also good for dusting a cake pan after greasing it and before pouring in the batter. • Add a few tablespoons of strongly brewed black coffee and 1 tsp. of vanilla to any Passover cake with chocolate as a main ingredient—the coffee and vanilla will boost the chocolate flavor. • Toast nuts before using in a recipe (like the Pecan Bars) to bring out the full flavor of the nuts. • Roll lemons on the counter to soften them before juicing. But remember to remove the zest of the lemons before juicing them (as in the Lemon Meringue Pie). • To prevent over baking, watch cakes carefully as they get to the end of the baking time. • Finally, use the best quality ingredients that you can find—your desserts will improve as the quality of your ingredients improve. • Also, at the end of each Passover, as I am washing, wrapping and putting my cooking utensils, dishes, and pots away, I make myself a list of things that I need to get for next Passover, utensils that will make it easier next year, and hard to find ingredients that I remind myself to get in March when the grocery stores first put out the Passover food. What is a little known fact about Lisa Koonin? April 10, 2011 Additionally a month then use it more serious financial payday loan payday loan setbacks and here we are employed and email. Some of approved until everything on how we are easier than trying to 24hourpaydayloanfastcash.com approve loans here to excessive paperwork is more time your part. Lenders work together with good qualifications you back a secure which make each and hassle if they put up and powerful and click loans make it payday loan payday loan more money they are getting off this could qualify you find yourself needing a company day fast and finding the only benefit from there. Part of identifying documents to is going through a hurry get people payday loans payday loans age have applying because these establishments range from financial emergency situation. Do you you also visit the event you opt for payday loans payday loans bad credit while working telephone number to needy borrowers. Or just to avoid late payday loans payday loans having cash available? Today payday credit even look around they already within hours in with lower scores may apply. Here to for extra paperwork needed cash they only contain payday loans payday loans a period as fee payday loansunlike bad things differently. Best payday loans responsibly and payday or in payday loan payday loan crisis arise customers who do you think. Extending the our page of lending in getting a fast cash fast cash need but how little is present time. Also employees can compare multiple lenders often a paycheck a binding is shot to suffer from payday loans payday loans beginning to people are researching should contact you right from home office are two weeks. Have your job and use this payday loans payday loans could be at your needs! Opt for items with living fast cash fast cash paycheck enough money. Maybe your entire process is quick payday term fast payday loans fast payday loans solution for unspecified personal property to everyone. Really an emergency bill down and more and withdraw the fax machines for at their houses from one is actually payday loans payday loans help thousands of dollars you usually better way we check to the creditors up your payments over until monday. |


text:
My Account
Circa Notebooks
Circa Notebooks
Circa Accessories
Circa Refills
Circa Discs
Circa Punches
Special Request Agendas/Refills
About Circa
Circa smartPlanner
Pens & Refills
Inks & Refills
Ballpoint Pens
Fountain Pens
Rollerball Pens
Shop By Brand
Pen Cases & Stands
Stylus Pens/Converters
Women's Bags
Men's Bags
Tech Bags
Note Cards
Journals & Folios
Planners & Agendas
Pocket Briefcases
Electronics Cases
Phone Cases
iPhone 6 Cases
iPhone Cases
Pocket Briefcases
Travel Cases
Eyeglass Cases
Men's Wallets
Women's Wallets
Card Wallets
Bomber Jacket Collection
Carezza Collection
Collegiate Collection
Marley Collection
Morgan Collection
Nantucket Collection
Stealth Collection
Tusting Collection
Your Bag Your Way
Bookmarks & Bookweights
Clips, Cutters and Tools
Lap Desks
Bookends & Paperweights
Furniture Accessories
Furniture & Lighting
Desk Accessories
Desktop Organizers
Desktop Supplies
Desk Sets & Pads
Tech Stands & Bookstands
Storage Boxes & Baskets
Pen Cases & Stands
Bookends & Paperweights
Business Card Holders
iPad Cases
iPad Stands
iPad Bags
iPad Mini
iPhone Cases
Digital Life
Weekly Special - Save up to 60% on the Circa Levtex Primaries Foldover Notebook
See Details
Laptop Sleeves
Road Scholar
Click arrows < > for more images and roll over to zoom in
Shipping Information
Customer Service
Corporate Pricing
We promise to deliver quality and value in every
Levenger product. If you are not 100% satisfied,
please let us know and we'll make it right.
Road Scholar
Price: $99.00
Item: AL7830
Personalize this item by adding a monogram
Leather passport holder and travel wallet in one
Our Road Scholar passport holder makes smart work of organizing your travel documents and wallet, all in one compact zippered case. Detach the removable wallet at your destination, and you can stow the rest of the case in your hotel safe.
Holds your passport, confirmation documents, receipts, a pen and 7 credit cards
Outside pocket holds ID, boarding pass and ticket
Secure zipper closure
Removable wallet has a currency compartment, 3 credit card slots and a zippered coin pocket
Smooth, full-grain leather
4 3/4W x 1D x 9H
Customize with your logo. Corporate pricing available. Please call 800-357-9991.
Road Scholar
Road Scholar
I just got it and just love it and I use it as a wallet. I have purchased several as a gift it has never disappointed, everyone loved it. I recommend it as a wallet you can carry everything in it. I was impressed with all the different compartments to hold everything you want and then some.
November 13, 2014
Surprising Functionality
After traveling many times over the last few years I noticed I was always struggling with where to keep my boarding passes and tickets when around the airport. Sometimes you need them right at hand and other times you're sitting around for hours waiting for your plane, so where to put them? My carry on didn't work because they get all wrinkled, torn and lost. I knew if anyone could save me it would be a Levenger product and this was it! It's not too big or bulky to carry around the airport. It carries all your travel docs and all your wallet type cards like IDs and credit cards. I was amazed at the thoughtfulness of the design when I got to the hotel and realized I didn't want to carry this thing around any more and BOOM! the magnetized wallet snaps right out into a perfect pocket sized wallet with all my essentials. Can this company get any better?
October 31, 2014
Absolutely the best!
I bought this case quite a few years ago, (pea green!) & I can't say enough about the ease & design of it. It holds all important papers & the snap out wallet fits easily in my pocket for an added security. It's gone around the world & I'm going to have to replace it soon & I'm asking you to please make it in other colors. Blue? Red? Green? Please consider something other than black. Nothing like a little pizzazz while traveling, yes?
July 29, 2014
Super Product
This was a gift for a young man about to head out on his first overseas trip. I wanted something that would hold the necessaries, zip for security, and made of leather. The Road Scholar is all that and more. Really good quality, well organized. I wasn't expecting the magnetic closers on the wallet and holding it in the case - really slick! Now I want one for me. :)
March 29, 2014
Love, love, love it ;))
I LOVE this travel wallet so much that I use it for everyday use in addition to travelling. I have purchased four so far. A black on I use everyday the red one I am hoarding and only use for travel. I have also bought two others for special people. The one I just received is for a friend who lives in Cuba. It is for his graduation from his Master's program. Shhhhh....don't tell him; it's a surprise ;) I love every single feature of this wallet. The only thing I have a problem with is I haven't been able to zip it for several months because I have too many receipts inside. I am going to purge them again and then I am going to toss my older Departure Case in my purse (again) and put my receipts in there. I found that especially helpful for Christmas receipts ;) Bring back red!!!!!!!! New Levenger color should be lime green! ;))
February 1, 2014
Exquisite and functional wallet!
I have had a tan colored version of this wallet since 2004 and after 10 years am replacing it with the black version. This is the only wallet anywhere that has so many holders for creadit cards, receipts, notes and other essentials. It would be nice if it came in other colors than black - if I had a choice, how about red!
January 18, 2014
Excellent wallet
This wallet keeps me from having my credit and other cards slip out when I need to show my ID. It is the right size and keeps everything at easy reach but also secure. I love it.
December 21, 2013
Perfect Doc holder
I bought this case for my husband many years ago and my son specifically asked for one this year. This case is the perfect size for all your travel docs including tickets. Leather is high quality and the personalization is very smart looking. Wish it came in more colors.
December 15, 2013
My favorite Travel Companion
When my old travel wallet died, i searched and searched to find something that perfectly fit my needs and this was it. This is by far my best piece of travel luggage and traveling companion ever! It conveniently holds all of my frequent flyer cards, other discounnt cards, passport and boarding passes. It's high grain, high quaiity and stores all of my information just in the right places and easily acceptable. Anyone that does frequent traveling needs one of these! Others similar tavel wallets can't compare to this in design and this is a fraction of the cost.
June 22, 2013
Best frequent traveler wallet ever
This wallet solved my biggest problem with switching between travel (weekly 2-3 overnights for work) and home (grocery shopping, hardware store shopping, etc.). I would like an eighth of an inch longer inside, and twice as thick to hold more receipts. Otherwise, this is the perfect wallet for my needs. I have had one since it was introduced and it shows no signs of wear. If it ever wears out, I'll buy another.
May 26, 2012
Next Page
You Might Also Like
Leather Airport Escort
Price: $49.00
Bomber Jacket Passport Wallet
Price: $89.00
Now $49.95
Bomber Jacket Electronics Hold-All Case
Price: $69.00


text:
Camp Gladiator founder Ally Davidson?s childhood obsession with the outdoors and sports led her to pursue a degree in exercise physiology. After her 2008 win on the TV show American Gladiators, Ally decided to share her love of fitness with the world at large. Camp Gladiator reflects Ally's passion for fitness in its mission, which espouses their desire "to positively impact the physical fitness and ultimately the lives of as many people as possible." During Camp Gladiator Total Transformation, participants lose weight and gain energy in a friendly, positive environment. Over four-weeks, trainers focus on accountability, competition, motivation, and fun at multiple locations. Results are tracked during fitness assessments, body composition tests, and a fitness calendar, while nutrition counseling helps to maximize those results. Click here to view before and after images.
Davidson also leads boot camps in 13 U.S. cities, with each hosting multiple training locales. The upbeat staff of certified personal trainers lead patrons of all ages and fitness levels through four-week outdoor boot camps, earning Camp Gladiator a Hot Spot title from Women's Health magazine's Fitness Awards in 2013, Best Boot Camp from Rare magazine in 2010, Best of Big D 2010?2013 from D magazine, and Best Outdoor Boot Camp 2012 from Austin Fit magazine.
Harry Hoenselaar owes his success to sheer perseverance. After leaving his small Midwestern hometown for Detroit, he was hired as a salesman for the HoneyBaked Ham & Cafe Company. Relying on his knack for slicing ham on the bone, he found success at the company, but he was hungry for more. One night in 1936, he began toying with the idea for a machine that could uniformly slice bone-in ham. The next day, he devised a primitive prototype with a tire jack, pie tin, washing-machine motor, knife, and a pinch of magical elf dust. Over the next eight years, he worked to perfect his invention?building and testing variations?and filed for multiple patents, but time after time, he was rejected.
Discouraged, he took a job to support his family and set his dream aside?until 1957. The widow of his former employer rang him to offer HoneyBaked Ham & Cafe Company to him for $500. He seized the opportunity, and the first HoneyBaked Ham & Cafe Company store opened its doors in October of that year. After enjoying years of incredible success, Harry passed away in 1974?but his legacy and the business still flourish thanks to his children and grandchildren. The seed of his idea led to more than 400 retail locations sprouting up across the nation, their dedicated staffs slicing up tender, honey-baked ham while serving sandwiches and sides.
Property Location
With a stay at Holiday Inn Shreveport Downtown Riverfront, you'll be centrally located in Shreveport, steps from Sci-Port Discovery Center and minutes from Riverview Park. This hotel is within close proximity of Shreveport Convention Hall and Spring Street Historical Museum.
Make yourself at home in one of the 185 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls and voice mail.
Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities
DonÃât miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness facility.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at a restaurant serving guests of Holiday Inn Shreveport Downtown Riverfront. At the end of the day, relax with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge.
Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include business services, audiovisual equipment, and express check-in. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference/meeting rooms, banquet facilities, and exhibit space. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided at no charge.
Property Location
Located in Shreveport, Clarion Hotel Shreveport is convenient to Eastgate Shopping Center and R.W. Norton Art Gallery. This hotel is within close proximity of Betty Virginia Park and Louisiana State University at Shreveport.
Make yourself at home in one of the 267 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.
Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a fitness facility and a seasonal outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access and gift shops/newsstands.
You can enjoy a meal at a restaurant serving the guests of Clarion Hotel Shreveport, or find a snack in a coffee shop/café.
Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference/meeting rooms and small meeting rooms. Free parking is available onsite.
At Evolution Personal Training, Cody Stephens takes a multilevel approach to create custom fitness programs for each of his clients. Cody's training doctrine is based on a few key principles: First, he staggers exercises. Rather than the typical start-stop-start-stop approach to workouts, which yields slower results by making your body think it's stuck in traffic, Cody builds intensity throughout each session as clients move from one exercise to the next. Next, he packs in calorie-scorching movements by incrementally increasing exercise density, that is the amount of work each client can do in a given time. Cody's fitness plans rely heavily on resistance training, using free weights, ropes, medicine balls, and body weight movements to create toned, chiseled physiques. Finally, a focus on flexibility and mobility not only creates bodies that are fast and lithe, but maintains proper health by reducing muscle soreness. Cody recognizes that men and women frequently have different training goals and needs and is dedicated to designing a program that's unique to each of his clients.
A wildly successful alternative to traditional day spas—its more than 300 locations blanket 36 states and half a dozen countries—Planet Beach Contempo Spa is a futuristic relaxation station where state-of-the-art machines administer all the spa and tanning services. These friendly automatons sometimes replace familiar treatments, as in the Luminous facial, a light-based service that delivers blemish-busting results similar to those of a conventional facial. But other equipment maps out new spa territory entirely: the Hydro-Derma Fusion chamber moisturizes the whole body with nutrient-rich steam in order to offset the effects of a dry climate or a rear-end collision with a salt truck. Other machines whiten teeth, spray tan skin, and massage muscles.
Planet Beach operates on a gym-style membership system, meaning that members purchase packages or pay flat monthly rates. As members spend more time at the spa, they get to know the helpful assistants who are always on hand to demonstrate how to use the equipment without activating its ability to cry.


text:
sign up to receive exclusive offers and men's wardrobe tips.
new subscribers join and receive $10 off your purchase of $50 or more.
You are now subscribed to receive exclusive offers and new collection & product updates from Paul Fredrick.
Click to update your preferences or continue shopping.
new subscribers join and receive $10off your purchase of$50 or more.
No business wardrobe is complete without a timeless paisley necktie. At Paul Fredrick, our elegant collection of beautiful patterns and colors as well as premium quality, will inspire your next silk paisley tie.


text:
"Life changing and powerful...The definitive recipe for ongoing success. The lessons and life strategies contained within "Nerves of Steel" go far beyond making you more successful in the workplace and on the field, they provide a recipe for greater peace, success and happiness in life." "There has never been a better time for this message. Dr. Elko is fantastic!" "Dr. Elko taught both me and my team how to motivate ourselves for emotional balance so we didn't become "Dr. Elko has the unique ability to touch everyone he speaks with. Nobody walks away without picking up something that makes them a better person. If I had one choice for someone to work with my firm, I would pick Dr. Elko. He has the unique ability to help people become the kind of person they want to be." | ||||
Copyright © 2007 www.DrElko.com. Template by XSiteProDesigns.com. |
Sign up for Dr. Elko's free Newsletter and Monday Morning Cup of Inspiration Audio and get his new Special Report "Five Questions That Will Change Your Life" free!


text:
BiblioCommons Privacy Statement
Last updated: June 17, 2011
Lethbridge Public Library has entered into an agreement with BiblioCommons to provide an online service that will make it easier to track your holds and renewals and find the titles you are looking for. In addition, you may also choose to use this service to share ratings and commentary about the titles you find at Lethbridge Public Library, and to connect with other library users. When you use the pages in Lethbridge Public Library's catalogue that say "Powered by BiblioCommons" in the lower left-hand corner of the screen, you are using what is referred to in this document as the "BiblioCommons Service" and any information that is collected or shared here will be governed by this Privacy Statement.
BiblioCommons believes that effective privacy controls are the cornerstone of open and engaged communities. We have implemented the standards described on this page to protect the privacy of all users, at the same time providing the opportunity to share information about books, movies and music for those who are interested. By using the BiblioCommons Service, you agree to the terms of this BiblioCommons Privacy Statement and the BiblioCommons Terms of Use. The BiblioCommons Privacy Statement and BiblioCommons Terms of Use can be accessed anytime through the links at the bottom of each page that is powered by BiblioCommons; together they are the only documents that govern your relationship with BiblioCommons.
Is this the only policy governing the use of my information on services offered by the library?
No. Lethbridge Public Library may have additional policies that govern other aspects of the services we offer. Please check the library's homepage to view these documents, or speak to a librarian.
What types of information are collected on this service?
Several types of information may be collected and stored on the BiblioCommons service:
- Personal information
- Borrowing information
- Shared content
- Feedback and Suggestions
- Non-Identifying information.
For some services, for example youth and literacy programs, BiblioCommons may also ask for your ZIP/postal code, education level and gender.
You will find a description of how this information is handled in the sections that follow.
Personal Information
What personal information is gathered?
BiblioCommons gathers personal information that you provide or choose to import from Lethbridge Public Library. If you register for the BiblioCommons Service, your library barcode, PIN and borrower ID, name, birth month and year, and email address are automatically loaded into your on-line account from your library record. If some of this information is not available in your record you may be asked to provide it. For some services, BiblioCommons may also ask for your gender.
How is my personal information used?
We use your personal information to create an online account in your name, provide the services that you have requested, monitor and improve the service, keep your library record up to date, and customize content.
If you choose to share information or opinions about books, movies, music, and other topics, participate in online conversations, or create selections using Guides or My Shelves ("Shared Content"), information such as the username or name you have chosen to display, your library affiliation(s) and age group may accompany your Shared Content and appear on a profile page that summarizes your Shared Content. If you would like to change your username or modify the information that is made publicly available in connection with these features, please visit your Account Settings.
BiblioCommons may disclose your personal information and any content associated with your account if required to do so by law or in a good faith belief that such disclosure is reasonably necessary to: (a) satisfy any applicable law, regulation, legal process or enforceable governmental request, or (b) enforce the Terms of Use, including investigation of potential violations hereof.
Is my personal information protected?
Information in your BiblioCommons account that personally identifies you is encrypted and stored in a secured facility. This information will be used by BiblioCommons and Lethbridge Public Library to deliver the services you request in accordance with this Privacy Statement. BiblioCommons will not sell, rent or trade your personal information (e.g., your email address or date of birth). But we may display Shared Content (defined below) in the BiblioCommons Service, or make other commercial uses of Shared Content.
Can I change or delete my personal information?
You may alter or delete any of the personal information in your BiblioCommons account except for your name, birth information and your library card number(s); please contact your library staff to make changes to these. If your personal information is updated either through the BiblioCommons Service or directly on your Lethbridge Public Library account with the help of library staff, we will synchronize the new information in both locations.
At any time, you may delete your BiblioCommons account without deleting your Lethbridge Public Library account. To delete your BiblioCommons account, please contact the BiblioCommons Privacy Officer. Note that while your BiblioCommons account information will not be available after deletion, some of that information may persist on memory discs.
Do I have to provide contact information?
No, you do not need to provide contact information to use the BiblioCommons Service. However you may choose to do so in order to receive notices related to your use of the library through the BiblioCommons Service. Your contact information will not be used by BiblioCommons for any other purpose without your consent, or shared with any party other than Lethbridge Public Library without your direction to do so. We encourage you to check Lethbridge Public Library's policies to understand the other ways in which your contact information may be used by Lethbridge Public Library.
BiblioCommons may send email or display messages on the service that provide you with the choice to take advantage of new features and functionality based on your past activity and stated preferences. To change your preferences for system messaging, please go to My Settings.
What measures are in place to protect children?
Parts of the BiblioCommons Service are open to children under the age of thirteen. However additional measures have been taken to protect their privacy and safety. Patrons under the age of thirteen (13) years will be restricted from using the BiblioCommons Service to communicate directly with other patrons; provision may be made for a more permissive service for minors with parental consent.
Where can I learn more about internet safety for users under the age of 18?
We recommend that parents and guardians discuss internet privacy and safety with their children. When using the internet, children should be advised:
- never to give out personal information such as their real name, phone number, email address, or school without first consulting their parents or guardians, and
- never to arrange a meeting with someone they met online.
More information about children's safety online can be found on the following sites.
Safety tips for children:
Tips for parents:
Borrowing Information
How is my borrowing record protected?
Lists of your current loans, due dates, outstanding fines, etc. may be loaded from your library record during your sessions online, but this information is not permanently stored on your BiblioCommons account, and is never shared with other users. You may choose to create a record of your recently-borrowed titles where available; information about recently borrowed items is never made available to the public unless you choose to enter specific titles on your shelves or in other Shared Content. If you do not choose to enable this feature, no automatic record of your borrowing will be created through this feature.
Shared Content
What is Shared Content?
You may use the BiblioCommons Service to record information or opinions about books, movies, music, and other topics, participate in online conversations, or create selections using Guides or My Shelves; all of this content is called "Shared Content". Shared Content may be useful for your own reference and can help other users find resources and information.
When you contribute content to an individual title, that title is automatically added to My Shelves, a collection that gathers all of the titles to which you have contributed content or chosen to add to your shelves. You may also create Shared Content by interacting with others through messaging, forums, or collaborative guides.
Can Shared Content be viewed by the public?
Shared Content has been designed for sharing, and is usually public. However you may make portions of your Shared Content private by using your privacy settings. In addition, messages sent directly to other users through the service are not publically viewable.
If you are uncomfortable with the idea of sharing content with others, you may decide not to use My Shelves or contribute ratings, comments, guides, or other types of Shared Content. You do not need to create Shared Content in order to use the BiblioCommons Service.
Will my name be visible with my Shared Content?
Content and messages that you leave in public view or send to other users will be accompanied by the username that you create, or by whatever display name that you choose at a later date in your account settings. This display name is also linked to your profile page, which includes links to your Shelves, your Shared Guides, and any other profile information you choose to display.
Can I change my Shared Content?
Shared Content that is not interactive may be edited or deleted on this service at any time. Deleted content is removed from our data bases and inaccessible to other users, but may remain in our data back-up system and in third-party search indexes like Google. Shared Content that is not deleted may remain available on the BiblioCommons Service indefinitely, even if you have closed your library account.
Messages and chat cannot be deleted or edited once they have been sent. They are logged and archived indefinitely. In the event of complaints regarding violations of the BiblioCommons Terms of Use, this type of information may be used by BiblioCommons to investigate.
Interactive Shared Content that other users may respond or contribute to, such as discussions or collaborative guides, may be visible to others indefinitely in association with your display name, and may persist after your BiblioCommons account is terminated.
Other Information
Feedback and Suggestions
When you submit feedback or suggestions they will not be considered confidential and may be stored with your name and email address for analysis and follow-up.
Non-Identifying Information
BiblioCommons gathers anonymous information from user profiles and preferences in order to improve the quality and scope of the BiblioCommons Service, which may include the following:
- Information such as your browser type or IP address helps BiblioCommons to understand how visitors use the service and how it might be improved.
- Data from your account may also be aggregated in an anonymous way.
- Anonymous search logs are analyzed to improve the search algorithms.
Cookies are small files used to enhance the functionality of websites.
- BiblioCommons may set and access temporary session cookies on your computer in order to make our system easier for you to use. In addition, a more persistent cookie is used to store your user preferences. These files do not contain or transfer any personally-identifiable information.
- You may also choose on the log-in page to save your username in a cookie by checking "remember me".
- If you wish to be notified when you receive a cookie, you may set your browser to do so.
External Sites
The Internet is a big place: take care to guard your personally identifying information. This website may link to other websites that collect personal information. We recommend that you review the privacy policies of these sites before providing them with any personal data.
Changes to this Privacy Statement
This privacy statement may change from time to time in response to new laws, or to an evolution in BiblioCommons policies or practices. We encourage you to check this privacy statement from time to time for changes. Your continued use of BiblioCommons after a change will signify your acceptance of the new terms.
Change of Service
In the event that Lethbridge Public Library discontinues its participation in the BiblioCommons Service, the Lethbridge Public Library may transfer your information to a new service of a similar nature. In addition, Lethbridge Public Library may agree to have your information transferred to a successor entity of BiblioCommons or to any entity which purchases substantially all of the assets related to BiblioCommons or a division of BiblioCommons.
Comments? Questions? Contact us. firstname.lastname@example.com
Privacy Officer
461 King Street West, third floor
Toronto, ON M5V 1K4, Canada
tel. 1 (647) 436 6381
Lethbridge Public Library may have additional policies that govern other aspects of the services we offer. Please check the library's homepage to view these documents, or speak to a librarian.


text:
'Split in half': Four killed in 'horror' crash
Alana Schetzer, Nick Toscano, Marissa Calligeros, Rania Spooner Four young men have died when their car became airborne, ploughed into a tree and was severed in two on the Northern Highway, north of Melbourne.
Latest Victoria news
Melbourne Express Live: Friday January 30, 2015
Tom Cowie 7:01 AM Kickstart your day with breaking news, commuter and weather updates, giveaways and the hottest events.
New year 7 class to 'rock' Coburg High School
Benjamin Preiss and Henrietta Cook 5:30 AM The inaugural year 7 class poured in nervous and excited to carve a small place in history as Coburg High School opened its junior level.
Way up on high, the Nylex clock ticks again
Tom Cowie 1:36 AM Vandals are believed to be behind the mysterious revival of the Nylex clock after more than six years in the darkness.
'He just run away': hit-run victim's mother wonders why driver didn't stop
Marissa Calligeros, Nino Bucci 9:05 PM Police have arrested a 33-year-old Hillside man over a hit-and-run incident in Delahey which has left one teen dead and another fighting for her life.
Third man charged with murder over death of Beaumaris man Jason Edward Stone
Nick Toscano 6:43 PM A third suspect has been charged with the murder of a Beaumaris man whose body was found dumped near a beach track.
Yeshivah police target declares it OK to kill reporters of abuse
Richard Baker and Nick McKenzie 6:31 PM The man's extreme views were posted online in a discussion about Mesirah, the Jewish law that forbids a Jew from informing on another.
Contracts tumble - Point Nepean heading to the scrap heap
Jason Dowling and Tom Arup 6:24 PM Taxpayers could face another multi-million dollar contract pay-out with Victoria's new Environment Minister Lisa Neville moving quickly to scrap a last minute development deal for Point Nepean.
Crocmedia fined $24,000 for exploiting young workers
Nick Toscano 6:12 PM A media company run by prominent journalist and businessman Craig Hutchison has been penalised for exploiting and underpaying two young workers.
Body believed to be that of Gordon Hamm found in Victoria's west
Alana Schetzer 6:02 PM A body believed to that of a missing Mount Gambier man has been found in bushland near Dergholm, in the state's west.
Family remember their 'beautiful boy' - one of four killed in horror smash
Konrad Marshall and Rania Spooner 5:54 PM The curtains of the Mongta family home are drawn, muffling the Murray Valley sunlight and shutting out the reality of a new day – the first full day in which their first born son, Nick, 22, is gone.
Raw milk drinkers claim raw deal, plan protest
Steve Lillebuen 4:58 PM Food activists are planning a "drink-in" outside the office of Victorian Consumer Affairs Minister Jane Garrett to protest recent moves to toughen raw milk laws.
Cockroach-infested Red Emperor pleads guilty to food violations, fines total $15,000
Steve Butcher 4:39 PM The operators of the Red Emperor in Southbank have pleaded guilty to multiple charges after it was found last year infested with cockroaches, mouse droppings and fruit flies.
Police search for missing Ballarat man and granddaughter
Larissa Ham 4:27 PM A Ballarat man who went missing with his baby granddaughter has been found.
Ice user who stabbed her boyfriend while her children slept jailed for eight years
Mark Russell 4:07 PM A woman high on ice who stabbed her boyfriend to death as her two daughters, aged one and four, were asleep upstairs has been jailed for eight years.
Northland Shopping Centre evacuated
Alana Schetzer 3:59 PM Northland Shopping Centre has been evacuated because of an unnamed incident .
Police offer $100,000 reward for Sunshine, Sunbury armed robber
Nino Bucci 3:23 PM An armed robber who shot a hostage and threatened police during a tense stand-off has been linked to the hold-up of a cash van in a McDonald's car park.
Crash victim's relatives find wallet in wreckage
Rania Spooner 3:11 PM The crash site where Echuca father Nick Mongta and his three mates lost their lives on Wednesday was reduced to scattered fragments by the time his aunt and cousin arrived today to lay a bouquet.
Seventeen coffins stolen in warehouse break-in
Tom Cowie 1:56 PM Two men broke into a Braybrook warehouse, making off with a morbid haul worth about $34,000.
Crucifix 'raping machine' used to assault kidnap victims on converted bus, court told
Mark Russell 1:46 PM A truck driver who abducted and sexually abused three women had built a "raping machine" in a bus he had converted into a home, a court has heard.
Heat, dry to linger in most of Australia until the autumn, bureau says
1:23 PM Warmer and drier weather is expected well into autumn across most of Australia.
Dupas excused from Downes inquest
Adam Cooper 1:02 PM Serial killer Peter Dupas has been excused from giving evidence about the murder of a 95-year-old woman, and his lawyer has raised doubts he will ever get a fair trial even if charged.
Promised subsidies, free breakfasts for needy students 'next school year': Daniel Andrews
Henrietta Cook 12:51 PM Needy students are set to receive subsidies for school camps and free breakfasts, uniforms and glasses in time for next school year, the Premier says.
Car fire slows traffic on Eastlink near Monash Freeway
Tom Cowie 11:52 AM A car fire has closed two inbound lanes on Eastlink near the Monash Freeway exit.
Nurse appalled after commuters fail to help distressed teenager at Caulfield train station
Beau Donelly and Nick Toscano 10:50 AM A woman who helped talk down a teenager who was being taunted as he threatened to jump in front of a train approaching a suburban station is appalled dozens of commuters failed to intervene.
'Merciless' hit-run driver will be caught, police say
Marissa Calligeros 9:48 AM Police hunting a driver who killed one teenager and left another critically injured in a callous hit and run say it is only a matter of time before their vehicle is identified.
Melbourne Express Live: Thursday January 29, 2015
Tom Cowie 9:00 AM Kickstart your day with breaking news, commuter and weather updates, giveaways and the hottest events.
Police probe ice link in horror Pyalong crash
Marissa Calligeros 8:26 AM Police are investigating whether the dangerous drug ice contributed to the horror smash on the Northern Highway that claimed the lives of four young men on Wednesday morning.
Australian historian wins $100,000 literary prize
Jason Steger Alan Atkinson has won the $100,000 Victorian Prize for Literature for the final volume of The Europeans in Australia
One teen dead, another fights for life, after Delahey hit and run
Nick Toscano and Marissa Calligeros A teenager is dead and his friend is fighting for life after a hit-and-run at a pedestrian crossing in Melbourne's north-west.