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Hotels in Puerto Rico offer options for every kind of traveler, from the weekend partyer to the family vacationer to the romantic couple looking for downtime. A recent flurry of renovations has brought many hotels in Puerto Rico up to a new level of spit and polish, not to mention style. One thing Puerto Ricans understand is clean, colorful, modern design; hotels here are downright chic, from the lobby to the pool to the decor of the guest rooms. Some downsides? Service on Puerto Rico is a bust. Expect to ask for ice and never receive it, to come back to your room and find the bed not yet made. Everyone is kind and courteous, but too overworked or undertrained to provide consistent help. If service is a real priority for you, book into the Ritz-Carlton or the Copamarina. On-site restaurants at the large resorts in Puerto Rico can also be lackluster. The offerings almost always feature 1) a "New Yorkstyle" steak house and 2) a generic Japanese sushi/noodle bar. Unless you're staying at La Concha, Numero Uno, Gran Meliá, or Villa Montana, book all your special meals at any of the terrific stand-alone restaurants in San Juan.
In Puerto Rico, hotels are mostly located in the Old San Juan neighborhood of the capital San Juan. You'll also find beach resorts in San Juan, out in the neighborhoods of Condado and Isla Verde. Puerto Rico's calmer, larger golf-and-beach resort options (like the Gran Meliá, El Conquistador, and the Wyndham Rio Mar) lie about an hour's drive east of the city. Much smaller, individually owned, sand-centric resorts can be found on the western side of the island in surfer-cool Rincón (the Horned Dorset) and Isabela (Villa Montaña), and to the south along the Caribbean Sea (the Copamarina).
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Hey, TNewman, welcome to the board! I'll respectfully disagree with your notion that the Pats are overrated -- I really think they're as good as advertised -- but
hope to kick the crap out of them too, so thanks for the encouragement.
I'm going to try to root for the Cowboys this week, but you have to understand that many Steeler fans, including me, are sworn Cowboys haters (no offense to you, of course) and it's
to cheer for you guys.
Remember when the Steelers played the Colts in the playoffs in 05, and every single media outlet predicted total obliteration of the Steelers? On any given Sunday, anything can happen.
I think you're going to have a high scoring game on Sunday. It goes without saying that Romo has to be mistake-free, because the Pats will turn your mistakes into points. If he starts throwing INTs, you guys are toast. Dallas probably has to decide whether to try to contain the pass or the run, and you do have a really good cornerback who just might be able to rein Moss in a little. Getting pressure on Brady really irritates him, and sometimes he can be pushed into mistakes.
In my opinion, to beat them you're going to need a perfect day by your quarterback (oh, and no drops by T.O. - he's gotta hang on to that ball!), an All-Pro day by your corner, and to get the D into Brady's face as much as possible. Dallas can be a very high-scoring offense, so I look for the game to be close through at least three quarters unless Romo is throwing picks.
As much as it pains me to say this to a Cowboys fan: good luck!
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I hate to complain so much, but I really am starting to wonder WTF? I am a good person. I try very hard to be kind and caring to others. I am the person who waves you through the four way stop. I am the person that picks up other people's road thrash. I am a Christian who prays and reads the bible. I just do not know how in the world I could try any harder.It just seems that I can't seem to catch a break.
I won't go into my past, but trust me a lot of it's not pretty. And then there is the part that was beautiful and magical. It's just been so long since anything beautiful or magical has appeared in my life.
The things that it seems that I am being punished for are some of the noblest things that I have ever done.For instance reporting my former employer for negligence and endangering the lives of children. I've put myself out there to fight injustice, protect children and animals. I am the person that will stand up in a crowd and speak the truth. I am the person that has no choice in these matters. If I didn't stand up when it's time I would probably implode. Despite all the negative consequences I would do it all again.
Compared to the majority of the world I am very blessed. I am very blessed in many ways, but I am still in so much emotional pain. A very wise woman once told me that we all feel our pain at one hundred percent. In other words comparing yourself to those even less fortunate does not negate what you are feeling.
I feel as if I am doing a very poor job communicating right now. It seems as if I have really said nothing of substance. I apologize. Feel free to tune out at any time. I guess this is the result of feeling so conflicted about everything. One day I vow that I will live alone and not date or seek relationships with men because I have been hurt so much. Then today I decided to try a 10 day free trial of E Harmony. I am so ambivalent about the whole thing. I am bored and lonely but my heart is really not in it.
I wonder if there is anyone that I can trust or if men will respond because I am attractive and they really are only interested in sex. Then I think God what if no one is interested. I was brutally honest about everything I submitted which is probably enough to scare the crap out of anyone.
I wish that I had a man to live with that I could make disappear at will. Today when I was out trying to construct a make shift dog house for my pets and it was hard I wished for someone stronger than me or least someone to laugh at my efforts. I have lived the majority of my life with men which really do come in handy. It's hard being alone and responsible for everything. If I had money I would hire a handy man and be done with it.
Money, oh my gosh, that is another source of my distress. I don't have any. I mean any! I am unemployed and can't find work. I barely get by selling my possessions which is especially hard since I am not used to living this way. I wouldn't dream of spending a dime on a restaurant meal. It's really crazy because my monthly sushi bill was what the amount of my rent is now.
I know these are hard times for a lot of people and there is nothing so special about me that I don't deserve to suffer as much as anyone. It is just hard right now. I am hopeful that my long dry spell of bad breaks will end. It's only been eight years, which is ridiculously long in my opinion or at least based on my personal experience.
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Even though others may hurt more, your pain is still not to be minimalized or marginized. Every bump that happens in the road you will feel.
I apologize for always asking even more of you, but this emotional pain you speak of....what is it at the core?
Is it about injustice? Is it about lonely? Is is something else entirely?
Understanding why we feel the ways we do seems so helpful to me. Perhaps it will to you too?
As for men; as hard as this may be to believe, there are many many very good and nice men out there. Yet they are human too, and have issues like every woman may have.
In short, relationships are complicated.
Im getting older so I cant really escape with drugs, alcohol or food like I used to because my body says NO More. I love cyberspace and wish I could just jump into my monitor sometimes and disappear. Your post makes me realize Im not alone. I am brave and can take the big steps to survive. Having a job and a partner and a car and a place to live certianly are nice. A few family members who love you helps too and a couple of friends. Seems the more in the hole I get the more I just want to stay hidden.
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I know of the conflict within you ... that if you compare your pain to others that you think you should feel blessed and shouldn't complain ... for I have often had the same conflict within me. But your pain is very, very real and your friend, the wise woman, was very right ... you should never minimalise it or feel that you should push it aside. You are not complaining ... you are in pain. And you deserve to look after you ... to do what you need to help you become the best you can be. So please don't hesitate, Zumi, to look after you ... to seek out others like family, friends, counsellors ... to help you.
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Students selected for the Orientation Planning Team (OPT) work part time during the Spring semester, and full time from late May through the end of August, to plan and coordinate events and staff training. OPT positions include Community Coordinator, Special Events Coordinator, Family Coordinator, and Personnel Coordinator, and all positions are paid a stipend for their work. Student chosen for the OPT generally have experience either with Orientation programs, or other large scale programs or events, and are expected to demonstrate strong leadership skills. Preference is given to students with at least two full years of college experience at the time of application.
The 2015 OPT application process is now closed.
Team Leaders (TLs) are chosen to facilitate small group discussions and staff student and family events at Marquette Preview (two weeks in June), and New Student and Family Orientation (week before classes begin in August). In addition to the responsibilities of facilitating discussions with new students, Team Leaders also coordinate a team of 4 – 5 Group Discussion Leaders during New Student and Family Orientation. Team Leaders are expected to demonstrate strong leadership skills, and to have some prior experience in leading their peers, and are paid a small stipend for their work during Preview.
Group Discussion Leaders (GDLs)
Group Discussion Leaders (GDLs) are student volunteers that facilitate group discussions, staff events, and generally provide a welcoming atmosphere to incoming students during New Student and Family Orientation. The time commitment for Group Discussion Leaders is concentrated in late August and many students who are chosen are able serve on O-Staff while also keeping a summer job.
Transfer Student Group Discussion Leaders (GDLs)
Transfer Group Discussion Leaders (GDLs) are transfer student volunteers that facilitate group discussions and staff for events specifically related to incoming transfer students. Transfer students looking to be apart of staff can apply to work with either first-year students or transfer students. The time commitment for Group Discussion Leaders is concentrated in late August and many students who are chosen are able serve on O-Staff while also keeping a summer job.
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Floral Park will once again celebrate the final leg of the Triple Crown during the annual Floral Park Belmont Stakes Festival on Sunday, June 9 from 2 to 7 p.m.
Held one day after the 145th running of the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park, the Floral Park Belmont Stakes Festival will bring an afternoon and evening of family-friendly activities, live music, food and other entertainment to Tulip Avenue.
The event will include two stages of live music from a variety of bands and musical acts, including the RAKE, Hambones, Steel Wolf, Blue Eyed Soul, RVO Band, The Smith Band, and Petey Beatz DJ. The day will also feature performances by the Floral Park Memorial Florettes, Floral Park Memorial Long Island Sounds, Center Stage, and Danielle Seuling Zumba.
Additionally, a number of Floral Park restaurants and eateries will line the streets to offer culinary samples and tastings to festival attendees.
The festival will also include an art show from the Floral Park Art League, face painting, street performers, bounce inflatables and rides, among other family-oriented activities.
The Floral Park Belmont Stakes Festival is sponsored by the Floral Park Chamber of Commerce, The New York Racing Association, Inc., and the Village of Floral Park.
For more information about the Floral Park Belmont Stakes Festival, contact Floral Park Chamber President, Theresa Whalen at email@example.com.


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2012 Membership Picnic on Myrtle Drive
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Our 2012 Membership Picnic on the 200 Block of Myrtle Drive, in the Glenwood National Historic District, attracted over 200 Members and their guests. Attendees enjoyed touring six homes built between 1926 and 1945. The Glenwood District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2009 and is the only historic district in Thomas County that was developed entirely within the twentieth century.
The Landmarks Annual Membership Picnic took on a new format last year, with a neighborhood block party on Warren Avenue. This year the group moved to Thomasville's first planned garden suburb and its newest historic district. The homes represented several styles, including Tudor Revival, English Vernacular Revival, Minimal Traditional and Spanish Revival. Two were designed by Architect S. Ralph Fetner, a relative of the Fred Scott family. Another, the "Joe A. Beutell House," was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991 and designed by Architect Russell L. Beutell. The owners of each house graciously permitted guests to freely enjoy the architectural details, craftsmanship and materials of the era.
Residents and visitors to the area can glean a great deal of information about Thomasville's development and relative prosperity during trying times in our country's history. For example, each of the six homes on tour were built just before The Great Depression or World War II. They are all occupied by only the third or fourth generation of owners, which says something about the people who choose Glenwood as their home. And each house has undergone minimal significant changes over its lifetime, evidence of a strong architectural design, good building materials and TLC. According to Brent Runyon, Executive Director of Landmarks, "the neighborhood is one of the most beautiful in Thomasville when you take into account the design of both the buildings, the rose-planted triangles and the curving streets. It's one of a kind."
Landmarks also used the event to raise funds for a bronze historic district marker. Local individuals and businesses donated items for a raffle, which raised over $1400. The cost of the historic marker is being shared by Landmarks and The Thomasville Town Committee, National Society Of Colonial Dames of America in the State of Georgia, with installation provided by the City of Thomasville. Landmarks intends to erect a marker for each of Thomas County's twelve historic districts over the next few years. Donations toward markers can be made by contacting Landmarks at 229-226-6016 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
The event was made possible by our many homeowners, volunteers and sponsors.
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Unbiased Reviews by Real People
Reviewed by 42 users
by jerry01 Dec 17, 2008 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fast, Solid Chassis, Comfortable Seats, Good fuel economyCons: Road and Wind Noise, CD does not play burned CD's, Main Relay Electrical ProblemThe Bottom Line: Recommeded Buy. Great entry level Luxury car
Overall it is a great car. Reliability issues include Electrical Problem with intermittent no start condition as a result of Main Relay failure. Highway road noise becomes apparent on long drives. Review written at 60,000 miles. ... read more
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by momof6kids Sep 18, 2007 - Updated Nov 2, 2007 (A Helpful review)
Pros: Smooth ride, Spacious trunk with emergency release lever, Roomy heated leather interiorCons: No shoulder belt in rear center seat; Cruise control could be better located.The Bottom Line: I would not hesitate to purchase another Acura.
I bought a 2000 Acura 3.2 TL in May of 2007. I used 84 octane for the first 2 months and had no real problems, maybe a little rougher when shifting gears. I now use 89 octane since I get the same smooth ride and same 26 mpg as with 91 octane. I save ... read more
by jgwhittier Sep 3, 2005 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 10 Recommended: No
Pros: good MPG, horsepower, quiet engineCons: problems w/ tranny, SRS light, radio heating up STAY AWAY!The Bottom Line: Toyota (Lexus) and Nissan (Infiniti) may be a good alternative to Acura. Tranny replacement at 75K is unacceptable! Frequent problems with electronics (DVD, radio, airbag lights).
We just had the transmission replaced under warranty. The car has 75K miles and its tranny switch was just replaced six months ago that was supposed to fix the problem. Dealer told me that it would have cost $4000+ were it not for the good service of ... read more
by dhsieh4 Jan 27, 2005 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good value, outstanding ergonomics, resonable straight line performanceCons: lesser reliability, mediocre slalom performanceThe Bottom Line: See my full article for details
I bought a brand new 2000 TL ($28500) when it was released in 2000. This car has, and still is the best value among entry-level luxurious entries, such as Lexus ES300, Infiniti I-30, etc. After driving it myself a while, my wife became the primary ... read more
by josimcy Mar 20, 2004 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Luxury appointments, High Quality Interior, Smooth/Powerful Engine, Accurate Sportshift Transmission, Value, ReliabilityCons: Another overrated Bose system, Looks too understated for some tastes, Brakes could be betterThe Bottom Line: The TL helped change the direction of Acura, beneficially, and it's easy to see why- unparalled reliability, luxurious interior, upscale features, powerful engine, and a solid, but comfortable suspension.
I bought my 2000 Acura TL secondhand, but since it was only used by one previous owner, it has been well maintained. I did my research for several weeks, as I knew what my price range was, the level of features I was searching for, and the reliablity I ... read more
by msubulldog Aug 27, 2002 (A Helpful review)
Pros: Great value, comfy, performanceCons: Vanilla styling and lack of a few amenitiesThe Bottom Line: Buy it you won't regret it
First the bad: 1) Needs a few more adjustments for seat 2) Needs CD changer 3) Needs Telescoping wheel 4) Styling, someone said styling? 5) Michelin Energy Tires are way too conservative Now the Good: 1) Power for days ... read more
by teamucla Mar 19, 2002 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Great performance, strong engine, plush interior, luxury feel, well pricedCons: Rear legroom, Bose radio has poor receptionThe Bottom Line: The 2000 Acura TL is a "Best Buy" luxury sedan because of its performance engine, luxury interior, and classy styling - for a price well below comparable vehicles.
The 2000 Acura TL compares favorably to other luxury nameplates such as the BMW 3 series, the Audi A6 and the Mercedes C yet sports a sticker price 25% less. These are the features you are sure to appreciate in the Acura TL: - ... read more
by theinsidestory Oct 25, 2001 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Superior VALUE in category: high feature/price ratio: 225hp, "racing" tweaks, tight tolerances, quality!Cons: Few styling choices, limited size range of driver, no seat memoryThe Bottom Line: The Acura TL is: 1) Superb on stats - power, cornering, dimensions, features, warranty, resale value, quality, owner satisfaction, etc. 2) Slightly plain on styling 3) Overall: superb value
The engineers who designed this car must have made some very important tradeoffs. First: they agreed that they were going to make a car for a relatively specific market - educated, upwardly mobile professional, less than 6' but taller than 5', 150-225 ... read more
by Unclerehmus Apr 28, 2001 (A Helpful review)
Pros: Great Engine Power, Amazing Features and Speakers, Under 30k!Cons: Broing StylingThe Bottom Line: Amazing Buy: Highly reccomended
Hey, Having been a lifelong import buyer I did expect to buy an Import sedan but NEVER an Acura TL. I looked at the BMW 3-seires and was extremly tempted to get one but found that it was no bigger than a Honda Civic dimensions wise and I need room ... read more
by kramerarch Oct 18, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Impressive standard features, high build qualityCons: Slightly Plain Styling
Driving a 1993 Dodge Intrepid ES for the past 8 years, I have been accustomed to making frequent trips to the repair shop. One of the things I looked forward to most in finding a new car was something with such a strong reliability rating that this ... read more
by AustinAndrew Oct 17, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Nice gadgets, luxurious interiorCons: Conservative exterior, questionable gas mileage
I bought the 2000 Acura TL in May. Although it took a month to get, it has been everything I could have imagined. Here are some of the key features I like: - Luxurious interior. If you're like me, you look beyond simply speed when looking ... read more
by MITGeek Sep 25, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Luxury, power, navigation systemCons: Could use a teensy bit more headroom
The redesigned 3.2TL is probably the best value around in the near-luxury class. It's way cheaper than the Lexus ES300, and a way better ride than the Infiniti I30. The Camry XLE V6 would be comparable, but for a comparable price the TL comes with the ... read more
by Viggs Sep 4, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Pros: Space, handling, powerCons: Not the most fuel efficient
Is where this car came from. I was at autoshow, and I'll be honest I was really looking for an SUV, but this car caught my eye. I talked with the rep about it, and really gave it a good once over. I saw the impressive V6, the enormous trunk space, and ... read more
by WestCoastGuy Aug 31, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: great price, all features are standardCons: no sports car "feel", front looks like Honda Civic
I recently shopped for a new car, and the Acura TL was on my "short list", along with the Lincoln LS, Chrysler 300M and BMW 3-series. The objective: as much performance and luxury as possible for around $30k. In short: if $30,000 had ... read more
by jackyche Aug 18, 2000 - Updated Aug 21, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Pros: cheap and goodCons: rear seats don't fold
Base price around $28k USD and only option is the navigation system. It is selling extremely well so don't expect too much haggling leeway. Preliminary research indicated that you can probably get $500-800 off the MSRP, anything more, consider yourself a ... read more
by KJC1 Aug 12, 2000 - Updated Aug 13, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Power, comfort, convenience, handling, luxuryCons: Conservative styling
I purchased my TL about 2 months ago. It's the third Acura I've owned, so I may be a bit prejudiced. The TL's combination of comfort, handling, acceleration, safety features and terrific list of standard features is tough to beat. No one ... read more
by mrjonmcd Aug 7, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Many standard features, mucho horsepower!!Cons: Stereo, exterior styling is a little bland.
I went out and bought the 3.2TL after several test drives. I even did a few test drives of comparable cars (Lexus ES 300, Toyota Avalon, etc.). The reason I went with the Acura is simple. You get more for your money with this car. Starting at the front, ... read more
by mjtaylor Aug 5, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Lots of Standard FeaturesCons: None yet
When looking for an automobile, I decided I wanted a 4 door sedan, but I wanted a luxury automobile too. I narrowed my choices to the Infinity I30, the Lexus ES300, and the Acura 3.2TL. After over a month of research, I decided to get the Acura TL. ... read more
by mike_d_pgh Aug 1, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: excellent price, good reputation, good performanceCons: exterior styling
I recently had the opportunity to test drive a 2000 Acura TL sedan while shopping around for a new car for my wife. The car comes standard with every option but the Navagation System. The price for a "loaded" base model is about ... read more
by kensmoe8 Jul 4, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Pros: great handlingCons: not many
Recently i bought a new 2000 acura tl. i found it to be the best car that i have ever driven. its pickup and handling a wonderful. it is very fast and i love driving it. it has the feeling of a sports car and luxury combined. having the duel manual ... read more
by Tingler Jun 28, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Great looks + great ride = Great ValueCons: Lacks detailed information center, if that matters to you.
Sleek, subtle styling and a hardy performer in a near-luxury UNDER $30,000. I am looking for reasons to drive again. Something I haven't done since I was know-it-all 16 year old with my newly pressed drivers license. If you are looking for a ... read more
by jbuccola77 Jun 19, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 30 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Awesome engine and transCons: Fit and finish under par
Why I purchased The TL is by far the best value in a 4 door near-luxury sedan. I've owned the car since March, 2000, when it was 3 miles old. I anticipate the resale value to be excellent, and that was a big factor in my decision. ... read more
by zammeran2 May 24, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Pros: It's just greatCons: conservative styling
You may think that this is small, and that it is second rate, but IT ROCKS! Its smooth, powerful, luxurious, everything, I love it. This car may seem just like the Honda Accord, but there are major differences. The engines better, it has much more ... read more
by chrissymat May 18, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Pros: speedy, classyCons: expensive
My dad drives this car. And he is a speed demon. He used to race professionally as a hobby, and he is not one to sacrifice performance at all and now he is on his third consecutive Acura. This is #3. "Ban low performance drivers, not ... read more
by rhanson Apr 23, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Luxurious, reliable, navigation optionCons: Common brakes, short backseat, no fold-down
I labored for three months in this tier and picked the Acura TL for three reasons, luxury/all standard features, turn-key reliability and NAVIGATION! What a dream to have...but the car has its good and bad points...it has personality and it may or may ... read more
by Rickilse Apr 19, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Reliability, comfort, security, great stereoCons: None yet, ask me in about 12 years...
The Acura TL is impressive. After owning many Hondas, in 1988 I bought a Legend Coupe, manual (had to order it). After 160K miles, minimal minor repairs (speedometer cable, etc.) and timely maintenance, wind and road noise are the only areas which seem ... read more
by bbabiuk Feb 29, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: A car that can compete with BMW's, Lexus's, etc, for thousands less.Cons: A car that will sadly never get the respect it deserves!
The Acura TL Sedan is simply an incredible car. Let me first point out that this car competes, and then some with the likes of Mercedez Benz, Audi A6, Lexus, and the BMW 3 Series. In my honest opinion, it blows the doors off all of them. The Acura TL ... read more
by Raag Feb 28, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Value, EngineCons: No Memory seats
This is the best product that Acura has ever put out. I've had three Acura's (Legend '90, Legend '93, & TL '00), and they've all been wonderful. However, this car outperforms all of them. After test-driving all cars in the ... read more
by jenfas Feb 14, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Great Ride, Great Car, Best ValueCons: None
Very few people know what a great find the Acura TL really is. When you put the TL up against just about every other entry luxury vehicle, there is no comparison. We just placed our order for our new 2000 TL after researching so many other ... read more
by DeborahTowle Feb 5, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Navigation System, interior, most everything is standardCons: Doesn't feel like you are driving fast when you are
I had the opportunity to drive a family member's car, and after doing so, I knew I wanted one. It handles great, a nice quiet ride. The Navigation System is wonderful, no more getting lost, you can locate shopping, restaurants, type in a address and it ... read more
by kragg Feb 2, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Powerful engine and all options includedCons: Small ski pass through/soft suspension
This car is great for the money that you pay. It also gives you the sport shift for giving you the manual transmission "feel" while still giving you an automatic transmission ride. The car is great all round and is well built for the price ... read more
by chrisknowsbest Jan 28, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Cons:
WOW!!! I'm in love with this piece of everything and anything. These makers know exactly what they are doing and talking about. "The E55 AMG is Mercedes limited production sport sedan. The E55 features a high output 5.5-liter V8 engine, which ... read more
by garydinowitz Jan 25, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Loaded Car that should be priced higherCons: Little room for negotiating on Price
The 2000 Acura TL is a fantastic auto and provides many high end options not expected of a car in the $30,000.00 range. The Acura easily outperforms other cars in its category and the new 5 speed shifting option lets you go from automatic to stick with ... read more
by salligator Jan 17, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: fast, comfortable,safe,featuresCons: costs $10,000 less than BMW 328 auto
The Acura TL is like buying a front wheel drive BMW 328i except it is $10,000 less expensive and faster than a 328 automatic. Its fit and finish is perfect, the infinitely adjustable power drivers seat can go very far back for my fried ... read more
by ndahbar Jan 13, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: value, power, qualityCons: Not as involving as some of the competitors
Let's blow something out of the water right away, right now. While it has its tremendous psychological advantages to we selfish humans (hey it's natural, don't worry!), a new car is perhaps the worst investment to make in your life. Heheh. :) ... read more
by Harrison! Jan 5, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Value, Performance, LuxuryCons: Rear seat room, no fold down seats
I have been searching for a replacement vehicle for my aging Acura Integra. The Integra is a wonderful automobile and I have over 174,000 miles without so much as a hiccup from it. This sort of bulletproof performance predisposed me to consider another ... read more
by bectang Dec 11, 1999 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: automatic/standard anytimeCons: not that sporty
How many cars can have as long a waiting list as the Acura 3.2 TL? It is simply loved by all those who have sat in it! Even though it lacks a sporty look in appearance, its features are unbelievable! Not to mention the VTECH engine. the dual mode ... read more
by adamtraidman Nov 16, 1999 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Luxurious interior, great pick-up and power, GPS Nav system is excellentCons: Only a few minor quirks, and having to pay MSRP
I recently purchased a year 2000 3.2TL with GPS Navigational System. I had been told by others that it was extremely difficult to find a TL, as demand was so high, but we got lucky this time. First let me start off by saying that my wife and I were ... read more
by oren Nov 13, 1999 - Updated Nov 15, 1999 (A Very Helpful review)
Pros: Performance, value, amenities, reliabilityCons: Waitlists, no seat memory, no (meaningful) discounts
In looking for a near-luxury, high $20s-low$30,000s car, several very competitive models came to mind when we began our search. The Audi A4, BMW 323, Lexus ES300, Infiniti I30, even the VW Passat. As a car buff, I was aware of the much improved, ... read more


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"Depression is the most important risk factor," said Dr. Gary Kennedy, director of the division of geriatric psychiatry at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City. "But, the vast majority of people who are depressed don't try to take their lives, and we're not so good at predicting who really has a heightened risk of suicide."
The report found that depression rates in residential facilities for seniors were between 22 and 40 percent at admission.
So, what can you do to look out for your loved one?
"As you visit, see if they're engaged in activities and making friends. Are they going to church? Stopping going to church is a red flag. Make sure the person understands that they still have an important role in the family, that they're still needed," advised Podgorski.
As the transition from home to residential facility is occurring, Kennedy said to watch how your loved one is adjusting to the change. "If the stress of preparing for the move is starting to disorient the person, that's a clear indicator that they're going to need extra help."
He added that depression doesn't always present itself as a sad mood; sometimes people who are depressed appear angry and irritable.
Podgorski said that the facilities themselves have to be aware that people are at risk, especially their newest residents. "Facilities have to watch and be vigilant about seeing how people adjust. Retirement communities could probably do a better job of doing routine depression screening on admission," she said.
It's also important to make sure that residents are connected to their medical health providers and that any pain they have is controlled.
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Comex Group
"Great place to work, awesome company! "
- Comp & Benefits
- Work/Life Balance
- Senior Management
- Culture & Values
- Career Opportunities
I worked at Comex Group full-time (more than 8 years)
Comex really cares about their employees and allowing them to build a career path. They have great programs and the pay is very competitive. Times have been tough in this industry but Comex has fought its way through and is stronger because of it.
Can't think of anything that really stands out. Every place has its challenges and downside, they are not different.
Keep caring and Comex will continue to get better and better!
"Pitiful "
- Comp & Benefits
- Work/Life Balance
- Senior Management
- Culture & Values
- Career Opportunities
I have been working at Comex Group full-time (more than 8 years)
ProsMANY great, hardworking, knowledgeable people still here
Consto the Denver "elite" individual who posted the glowing review of Comex in an obvious attempt to do damage control:
You are partially correct in your statement that this is a company in transition from a collection of separate entities into a strong brand. In transition – a definite YES; A strong brand – a hearty NO.
The word transition, by nature, means changing from one position to another; i.e. a proactive, positive vision, forward thinking approach to the future. While most analysts would use the word as an analogy for strengthening one's position, I believe the correct words they would use for this company's "transition" are "downward spiral", created by arrogant, pompous, pretentious managers and department heads thriving on spewing orders and demands and presenting themselves as omnipotent in a pitiful effort to garner approval from senior management. The "town hall meetings" which have been held in different areas accomplish nothing, as the only people who believe what is being espoused are the people doing the talking. Rank and file employees, as well as some "middle management" see right through the drivel.
A strong brand Comex may be south of the border. North of the border the name Comex is synonymous with "laughing stock of the industry". When policies are put in place to diminish stock inventories, customers go elsewhere. When vendors are consistently not paid for months on end, a situation is created where the purchase of needed product is not viable and customers go elsewhere. The ONLY reason there are still customers coming to Comex owned facilities is because of the reputation of the "separate entities" brand and the diligence and hard work of the store and field personnel.
What the owners and management of Comex fail to realize is that, no matter how many facilities they have, nor how many vice presidents and upper management people they hire, the individuals in the stores and in the field are the NUMBER ONE asset. These people are constantly striving to build and maintain relationships, thereby creating an opportunity for sales to increase, providing, of course there is something of value to sell in the first place. What needs to be understood is that we should be selling people and product, NOT THE NAME COMEX. When that is understood, the name Comex may eventually mean something positive. Currently, the name Comex only causes laughter. At some point, hopefully, owners and management will understand the people are vital and may actually listen to their opinions.
Lastly is the TRUE MEANING OF COMEX: Just another cog in SW's Wheel.Advice to ManagementAdviceNONE. They refuse to listen to anyone.
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDisapproves of CEO -
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"Badly Managed "
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- Senior Management
- Culture & Values
- Career Opportunities
I have been working at Comex Group full-time (more than 3 years)
ProsSherwin-Williams is buying us so they must see something worthy.
ConsBad management and poorly made products.
Advice to ManagementAdviceSell to your competition. Ok, so you got that right.
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16 Angel Crafts to Make: Homemade Christmas Ornaments & Decorations
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Be Merry Pot
By: DecoArt
"Be Merry" this Christmas with a colorful painted pot full of mini-ornaments and a shining star. This Christmas painting projects makes the perfect addition to your holiday decor.
- DecoArt Americana Gloss Enamels DAG273 - Saffron Yellow
- DecoArt Americana Gloss Enamels DAG235 - Citron Green
- DecoArt Americana Gloss Enamels DAG230 - Festive Green
- DecoArt Americana Gloss Enamels DAG151 - Royal Fuchsia
- DecoArt Americana Gloss Enamels DAG129 - True Red
- DecoArt Americana Gloss Enamels DAG34 - Lavender
- DecoArt Americana Gloss Enamels DAG01 - White
- Water container
- Palette or plastic plate
- Paper towels
- Alcohol
- Styrofoam to fit inside pot
- Low-temp glue gun and glue stick
- 5" red glazed ceramic pot
- 5" wood star
- 12" dowel piece
Using round brush, paint tree and dowel, Festive Green; tree pot, Royal Fuchsia; tree star,Saffron Yellow; and trunk, Lavender.
Use brush handle and Citron Green to dot tree branches.
Use liner brush and Saffron Yellow to stripe Royal Fuchsia pot.
Use round brush and Lavender to paint "MERRY" on pot rim.
Use liner brush and White to outline letters.
Use brush handle and Saffron Yellow to dot letters.
Use round brush and True Red to paint "be" on star. Outline with Lavender and dot with White.
Assembly: position and glue star onto dowel. Press Styrofoam into pot to fit snugly. Position and push dowel into Styrofoam.
- Use flat brush to paint wood star Saffron Yellow. Let dry.
Let dry between steps.
- Preparation: Clean pot with alcohol. Dry well with paper towel or soft cloth.
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Activity based management and performance measurement systems.
Advanced capabilities associated With modern enterprise financial systems now provide a vehicle by which governments can realize the goals of measuring performance and capturing costs of core business activities. The author describes the impact of such systems on public-sector decision-making capabilities.More than ever before, governments are using technology to enhance organizational efficiency by either automation or cost reduction. Technology and business process reengineering are at the center of efficiency initiatives. As government technology utilization continues to evolve, effectiveness is becoming the dominant factor surrounding the organization. Taxpayers are looking for government organizations to leverage technology as a way to formulate and execute better business strategies. Efficiency is about "doing things right" and effectiveness is about "doing the right things." From a financial management perspective, the demands of efficiency and effectiveness are quite different. Whereas efficiency demands doing things more inexpensively, effectiveness demands accomplishing what is intended and providing services with fewer resources.
Traditional Accounting Systems
The traditional government accounting system was developed in a world where program costs and revenues were tracked easily. As the nature of business changed and direct costs became harder to tie directly to programs, management dissatisfaction developed. Rather than supplying managers with information necessary for forward-looking action, with an emphasis mostly on financial control, traditional systems chronicled past data for citizens, regulators, and other parties. As shrinking resources and increased productivity demands placed greater pressures on accountability, managers needed to know which activities delivered the greatest benefit. Without this detailed information, managers could only guess at the program's real efficiency in performing service. Choosing which programs to fund, which services to alter, even which processes to provide at all was driven by instinct rather than information. For reporting overall budget information, traditional accounting systems served their purpose. But for delivering the information necessary to better manage an organization, traditional accounting systems have deficiencies. To gain a better understanding of the contribution of the next generation of financial systems, some of the other deficiencies of traditional accounting systems are described below.
Limited Capability. The traditional approach to cost accounting was adequate when processes were not complicated. However, technology investments and the expenses associated with increased overhead, increased services, complex processes, and changing roles of government have significantly complicated the cost profile of governmental organizations. As a result, costs that traditionally had been considered overhead now represent activities critical to the delivery of government services and account for a majority of expenses. It is increasingly difficult to associate these costs directly to individual programs or customers for results analysis purposes.
Increasing Complexity. Organizations that produce a limited number of services or conduct business with a limited number of customers find it relatively easy to accurately report costs using standard cost accounting. However, when the volume of products and customers increases so does the overall complexity of the operation. For instance, costs from one activity may be incurred at different rates depending on the customer. Traditional cost accounting has had difficulty tracking cost variances associated with different customers.
Data Retrieval Limitations. Traditional cost accounting systems can easily convey information about overall costs. But because traditional cost accounting systems were developed to catalog costs, they cannot provide the level of detail needed for the effective management of today's complex organizations. As a result, rather than performing ad hoc inquiries as the need arises, decision makers must conduct special queries to extract more meaningful information than is provided in summarized data.
Information Aggregation. Because they lack the capacity to handle more complex costs, traditional cost accounting processes may obscure critical information. For instance, in a department of public works, the cost of machine downtime, special work set ups, or special customer requests cannot be adequately tracked, resulting in misleading and unrealistic cost allocation. By separating the costs by location rather than activity, traditional cost accounting actually disassociates costs from the activities that drive them.
The next section describes how many of these limitations are being overcome with advances in information technology.
The Next Generation of Systems
Robert S. Kaplan in Relevance Lost (1987) stated: "Today's management accounting information, driven by the procedures and cycle of the organization's financial reporting system, is too late, too aggregated, and too distorted to be relevant for managers' planning and control decisions."
Activity based Costing Systems
In the 1980s, leading business experts started to search for alternatives to traditional cost accounting systems. They recognized the need to develop a system that more accurately captured costs and related costs to the activities that drove them. In the late 1980s, the concept of activity based costing (ABC) was developed and quickly received widespread acceptance. ABC is a system of financial analysis based on activities rather than materials. It has helped establish a vision for the future of integrated financial management systems. There are four stages for cost accounting in financial management systems.
1) Stage one states that the traditional cost accounting model is broken and incapable of tracking real costs.
2) Stage two shows some improvement by transferring costs to a single database, typically a general ledger.
3) Stage three is when the organization maintains two systems tracking separate information running in parallel. The first system, the traditional accounting system, catalogs daily transactions and control and provides the day-to-day information that managers need to make immediate operational decisions. The second system, based on ABC, captures the real costs associated with activities and provides a long-range organizational view, providing information to better measure where resources are most profitably allocated over the long term.
4) Stage four is when the organization integrates the transactional and ABC systems created in the third stage into an effective, single enterprise-wide system.
The next-generation financial management systems are being built on the understanding that resources, both labor and materials, are consumed during the execution of activities. Answering a support call consumes the resources of the phone system, labor of a technical support operator, space in the building to house the operator, and furnishings to provide a workspace for the operator. The consumption of these resources incurs costs for the organization. This association between costs and activities enables organizations to allocate overhead costs directly to activities.
Using traditional cost accounting, an organization might determine their total cost of service and allocate a percentage to each agency. This approach cannot accurately portray how the function may differ between government services and how those differences impact the cost of a given service. Using performance measurement, costs are grouped by the activity and then by cost object (program, customer, channel, etc). Rather than calculate the total cost of service, one would calculate the cost for each of the individual activities involved in the process and use that as the basis for determining the cost to budget and allocate. One of the programs may require a more involved cycle with a greater number of staff or materials. The added expense of the service may negate the value that might be realized from the customer. With this understanding, one can shift resources to the most effective programs and services. Also, one can evaluate non-value-added service to determine whether a shift in the process or activity might be appropriate, or whether the government should simply discontinue or outsource the service.
Activity based Management
It is important to note that performance, even when measured in financial terms, is impacted by more variables than just cost. Examples of non-financial or operational measures include achieving program goals and improving customer satisfaction. The new financial management technology solutions must integrate these operational measures and ABC into a complete costing model referred to as activity based management (ABM). ABM, with its mix of financial and operational performance measures, forms the application engine for performance measurement. Unlike previous ABC systems, performance measurement systems will offer two critical advantages over other ABM-based applications - 1) shared transactional data, and 2) robust calculations.
Shared Transactional Data. Transaction-based accounting systems and ABC systems address costs in very different ways. Transaction systems use materials and program labor costs while ABC systems use activity costs. To overcome this dual-system issue, performance measurement systems use transactional data stored in the accounting systems. The data from the general ledger is then transferred to the performance measurement warehouse where, using certain rules and algorithms, an ABM engine enriches the data. This enriched data then supports end-user reporting and analytic applications through the warehouse. This pass-through approach ensures that transactional and ABC systems are continually reconciled to provide end users with up-to-date information for decision making.
Robust Calculations. The calculations used to convert transactional data and extract meaningful performance measures from ABM applications are extremely complex, requiring enormous amounts of calculating power. Earlier systems could not support these complex and challenging calculations. As a result, early ABM systems were dumbed down, making them interesting exercises but impractical tools. The architecture of contemporary performance measurement tools makes it possible to transform transactional data into accurate ABC data. Additionally, the architecture is able to deliver the power needed to execute complex calculations that turn activity costs into performance measures for programs, departments or any of the dozens of balanced measures critical to evaluating an organization's performance. See Exhibits 1 and 2.
Performance Measurement Systems
Business activities are at the core of what the organization does: that is, everyone performs an activity. Performance measurement provides the insight to evaluate these activities and how they affect the outcomes of the government organization. By better understanding the true costs of an activity, ABC enables organizations to create a performance measurement system that supports decisions about budgeting, performance goals, employee mix, customer service, and process reengineering. One can analyze costs at multiple levels including program, region, or department. One also can improve operational control by targeting the activities, departments, or processes that are most inefficient. After this evaluation, one can better determine where changes such as shared services can be made to deliver increased productivity and citizen value. This overview provides a picture of how the organization is currently performing and how changes might affect this position. As a result, the government is better able to allocate resources to the most strategic aspects of the business and implement changes to boost the lagging productivity of other areas.
Multi-dimensional Analysis and Reporting. The government organization's success has many dimensions including programs, services, and customers. Performance measurement enables one to better understand how each dimension affects the overall goals of other dimensions and, ultimately, the organization as a whole. Actual information is integrated directly into the architecture so that an end user can perform budget analysis with the most up-to-date data. With all information stored in a single repository, this critical information can be shared throughout the organization. Using a modern reporting and analysis tools, a front-line manager can determine the cost of providing a special service to one customer and how that additional cost affects the overall organization. Using this information, the manager may determine that the cost is justified because of the results to the customer. Or the manager may discover that the service is actually costing the organization more money than the value the program generates.
Balanced Performance Measures. No single measure can provide a clear or accurate indication of performance or the critical areas for overall organization success. However, by tracking both financial and operational measures, performance measurement solutions should provide a more balanced measure of real performance. Like a panoramic picture, a wider snapshot of the organization provides a better vision of where the government organization actually stands in four key areas.
* Financial measures - How well are taxpayer dollars managed?
* Customer measures - How do customers view the services?
* Internal measures - Where is the organization efficient?
* Innovation and learning measures - Is the organization becoming more productive?
This information helps the organization identify areas for improvement and areas where there is already the greatest return.
Performance measurement supports these critical decision processes with four basic benefit categories: 1) strategic information, 2) accurate information, 3) operational benchmarks, and, 4) cost vs. fee analysis.
Strategic Information. Strategic planning is a forward looking plan of action. Performance measurement provides an accurate picture of overall operations that is comparable between departments, programs, and customers. It provides the framework for future action within an organization and answers the following questions:
* Where should resources be allocated?
* Which customers should be served? and,
* What delivery mechanisms make sense?
By measuring the past performance of programs, channels, customers, and other organizational activities, one is better able to gauge future performance and make decisions that deliver the best impact for the organization. Strategic decisions can include the following.
* Service Offerings - What services are necessary?
* Service rationalization - Will this service add value?
* Taxpayer mix - Which customers require the most services?
* Customer relations - What is the real cost of providing specific services? and,
* Program Goals - Which programs best achieve the overall mission of the agency?
The power of performance measurement makes it possible to distribute this strategic information throughout the organization. With more meaningful information instantly available in all functional departments, managers, and front-line supervisors can make strategic decisions when the opportunities are in the earliest stages.
Accurate Information. One of the short-comings of earlier ABM systems was the need to populate and maintain parallel accounting systems. This two-track approach led to inconsistencies in information. Accurate and consistent information is imperative for meaningful decisions. Insights based on erroneous or outdated data can mislead organizations into pursuing the wrong course of action. To overcome this past challenge, the general ledger should serve as the information clearinghouse for all financial applications. This integration around a central "point of contact" ensures that financial applications only use the most current and correct data available. As a result, all reports and analysis are based on the most accurate and appropriate numbers.
Operational Benchmarking. By using a broad range of financial and operational measures, performance measurement provides a realistic snapshot of the organization's current position. These balanced measures incorporate the critical variables, their relationship with all segments of the organization, and their effects on productivity. and effectiveness. In using performance measurement, one can establish operational benchmarks including:
* Cost behavior - What happens to costs if an activity is changed?
* Customer needs - How are operations affected if a certain service is offered?
* Business process reengineering - What areas offer the best possible cost reduction?
* Change impact - How does a change at one level of an activity affect the entire activity?
Analysis. Performance measurement captures all the costs associated with an activity, regardless of where the activity is performed. As a result, performance measures reflect the real effect on the organization's goal attainment. Each activity can be evaluated for the added value it brings to the organization.
With an increased emphasis on cost-effective government, more and more governmental organizations will look towards activity-based decision making and performance measurement as a framework for successfully managing their processes and operations. The desire to bring such tools to the forefront of government decision making has been with us for decades as the legacy of reform efforts in budgeting demonstrate. But the lack of information integration and limitations of information processing made it difficult to link inputs to outputs and costs to activities. However, the rise of low-cost desktop computing and the utilization of relational databases now provide a vehicle for developing performance measurement systems.
Leading enterprise resource planning (ERP) system companies are developing ways for the public sector to embed performance measurement concepts in system design. System design activities such as the chart of accounts, budgetary structures, and reporting, for example, must anticipate the types of systems discussed here. In summary, as ERP capabilities advance, public-sector managers will need to transform the way they construct and use financial benchmarks, conduct strategic planning, and design financial systems if they want to meet the demands of the "Effectiveness Era."
Exhibit 1
Activity based Cost (ABC) Systems are designed to meet the needs for accurate information about the cost of resource demands by individual products, services, customers, and channels.
Activity based Management (ABM) Systems include the entire set of actions that can be taken, on a better informed basis, with activity based cost information.
Performance Measurement (PM) Systems provide operators and all frontline employees with timely and accurate information, both financial and nonfinancial, on the efficiency, quality, and cycle times of business processes.
JON GEARHART is the Industry Director for the Public Sector at PeopleSoft Corporation. He has more than 25 years of experience in the design, development, and implementation of financial and management systems.
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2012 - 2014 documentation of Dad Cam and related happenings. By Nathan Mollison, also some stuff also by Dean Johnson.
Rome Torti - Rest in Peace
I first got to know Rome when he was part of a Goldy crew visiting with my good friend Saul Bell. We travelled down to hit the Pothole and then back up for the 2007 Belco Bowl Jam. Everyone stayed in my one bedroom duplex at the time. 5 dudes to one couch - classic. Rome and I immediately bonded having a common interest in photography. Rome was a bit ahead of me in that regard, already onto DSLR's. I had an average shot that mirrored his epic one on his blog (nothing else mattress) of our friend Shauny Eaton sessing high into a frontside thruster in the Pothole's gaping mouth. Inspired, I graduated to a Digital SLR a year later in 2008.
Shortly after that I collaborated 12 artists for my first major exhibition called Vagabondage. Rome submitted four images of Australian skaters shredding spots in the Canberra Region including Aaron Nannup, Kristen Famularo, Marty Girotto and Jeremy Corea.
I learnt a fair bit about the challenges of Australian skateboard photography from Rome. I admired his work, but most of all loved his sense of humour.
One of my first (and only) decent published interviews was in Slam on Reece Warren and I was privileged that Rome shot the other photos to finish off what I couldn't.
Later in 2010, I asked Rome to join an exhibition series that I was a part of running called 'Don't Push Mong.' Rome submitted a bunch of rad canvasses without question. This included shots of Australian skaters Chad Bartie, Jimmy Roche, Jon Lorcan, Mark Rowe and Pat Dandy.
To me, Rome's heavy diagnosis only seemed to make his determination stronger. His photos of 'street mattresses' always made me laugh. One time I was dumping some house rubble at the local Canberra recycling centre and I came across the biggest pile of street mattresses I ever saw, I snapped it straight away to share it with him.
Rome contributed a bunch to Half Arsed magazine, always sending me shots to check out. I was so stoked with his input. *e.g. see Jack Fardell interview in Issue 4:
Rome's battle was an inspiration. The amount of funds people donated was testament to that. I only hope that if I'm ever challenged with such adversity that I can face it with the honour, courage and dignity that Rome did. The tireless support his wife provided was also massively admirable.
Cheers with a Cooper's Pale Ale bro. You are, and will always be, a huge inspiration.
Roll on brother.
Our thoughts are with his wife Rachel, son Ryder and the rest of his family.
- Vagabond
Creature in Australia 2014 - Totally Ozsome
Belco, Kambah, Bar Beach, Pizzey, Hunt Park and the legendary Beechmont all destroyed.
Featuring Creature team riders: Darren Navarrette, Willis Kimbel, Al Partenen, Chris Russell and friends: Josh Borden and Bugs Fardell. Filmed by DAF Noah
Portside DIY
Cameron Markin and friends have a sick story up over here of their 'Portside' DIY project in an old Post Office building on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. Big ups!
NB: This may look like two frontside airs, however... Dylan Jeffrey (directly below) completes a pop tart while Nathan 'PeeRat' Taylor is hucking in off a frontside wallride (bottom shot).
Support Rome
Go here: http://fnd.us/c/ffD60
Uncle Morgsy
Full Morgan Campbell interview by Vagabond here: http://canberraskateboarding.org/?p=3328
Roll Forever Todd Webster
On this day two years ago we sadly lost a friend. Todd Webster was an influential Australian skateboarder, significantly in Canberra where I knew him most, and where a large chunk of his earlier years were spent. I really only found out truly about how much Todd shredded on a skateboard when I had the honour of collating all the photos of him to show at his wake. What a legend.
Those of us who had the privilege to hang with Todd would know his cheeky sense of humour. He was a hilarious bastard, always making me laugh. His flourish of tattoos is a great example of that. Who would get a beautiful naked lady with groucho marks spectacles and a fat nose and moustache on their forearm? I didn't necessarily think of Todd as the most overtly good looking dude, but he somehow managed to charm the most beautiful ladies. I remember he came back from a trip one time with a photo of actress Rose Byrne and him. His response when I asked how he managed to achieve that was, "Just talked to her, easy mate!" And he added some other quip that made me laugh which I can't remember.
I never really thought of Todd being an 'artist' per se, but when I look back I remember so many rad projects that Todd got up to and I realise he was massively creative in everything he took his hand to. This was something I learnt more about when we gathered info to put in an application for a plaque to be installed for him at the perimeter of Belco bowl. What he achieved was admirable.
My love of photos were partly inspired from Todd. He had a new digi-camera which he brought down to the pub one day, and to my horror 'accidentally' dropped it in a beer! Then to my astonishment, he promptly began taking photos with it. It was one of the first waterproof ones. A little later we used to see who could get the best light-stream photos using slow flash sync speeds with the developing technology that you could fit in your pocket. Awesome times.
I've been thinking a lot more these days about our Aussie male tendency to 'neck up,' and to not talk about having troubles. Todd used to also love saying it - "Neck up ya parrot!"
I can't help but think about what difficulties he might have been having that he couldn't talk about. That's something we'll never know.
There's a little project that Todd had shared that our friend Claire Sutton aka 'Custards McSeedly' has taken up. It's about 'Australian Scrawl.' Todd wanted to collect photos of the hilarious dribble that's carved into the backs of toilet doors and sketchy spots and put them together into a book. One of the most classic photos that's seen of Todd is something of that nature.
Check it out and if you're interested, send in some photos:
Mates Rates #1
I'll give ya Mates Rates for a dodgey Marulan, to car breakdown tow home, Belco shred below zero.
FEAT: Howard Palmer, Cam Stanley, Pee Rat, Kirill, Big Rig, Pup, Erik Cole,
Luke, Edwin Flynn, Andy Wright, Tully Moorecroft.
Filmed and edited by Vagabond. A Half Arsed Production
Brodie Sellars by Nello
A little concrete can do wonders. Brodie's hurricane on this thing is farken gnar. Nello takes a great shot.
Harry and Morgs
Pinched from the 4 skateboards website...
Morgan Campbell was in Canberra recently, interviewing and filming the hype around the "Belcopalooza" that is being held in October 2013 at Canberra's epic Belco skatepark. Here's a pic is of Morgs with Dad Cam crew.
The infamous Tortoise Pool in WA is now gone after an amazing number of years. This frontside blunt pic from Skateboard Mag of Harry Clark is killa.
This photo was shot on 22 of July 2011 when the Belco upgrade had just opened. This never got used, but it's a pic of Woody smashing a smithgrind on the new parking block which is a sick feature at Belco.
I like it because his whole back truck is over it. He did these all night long, grinding the whole f*kn thing - lock it in Eddie.
Laurent and the bowl
You remember the crazy French duo that destroyed Australia a little while back? Well after that, Laurent went on to be a part of a bowl building project in Lyon, France. The Chatillon D'azergue bowl was finished a little while back. Here's the linky:


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Unbeknownst to the tabloids, Kim Kardashian is not what she appears to be, but actually one of the world's foremost astrophysicists.
For reasons that no one fully understands, Kim has hidden her true persona as a renowned scientist, and deliberately created a bogus image of herself as a sex symbol and star of a moronic TV reality show. Until now, she has succeeded in keeping her bizarre charade a secret.
We can only speculate that she has concealed her impressive academic career because of an irrational need to play an idiot on television.
Here are the facts: She was not really born in Los Angeles, but hails from Vienna. While on a grade school picnic, Kim found an error in Einstein's Theory of Relativity which, according to experts, had to do with punctuation. At the age of 12, she received a full scholarship to Harvard University and, within three months, graduated Phi Beta Kappa, with a major in Astrophysics.
While attending Harvard, Kim (IQ, 296) utilized her spare time by writing papers for two Nobel Laureates at MIT, playing first violin with the Boston Philharmonic, writing a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, directing a series of Chekhov plays in their original Russian on Broadway and devising a groundbreaking recipe for pound cake.
She also became a proficient hockey player, and would have competed in the Olympics, had it not been for a scheduling conflict involving the space-time continuum.
Following college, she was accepted at MIT's Advanced Physics program, where she obtained a PhD in Astrophysics within six months and, at the age of 17, was appointed head of the physics department, where she conducted extensive research on black holes, anti-matter and the scientific rationale for the existence of South Carolina.
Two years later, Kim met Stephen Hawking at a race-track cocktail party and, because of their common interest in astrophysics and professional wrestling, the two of them hit it off immediately.
Later that evening, she answered some of Hawking's questions about the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle, explained several complex nuances of quantum theory, and entertained him with an analysis of bacon.
Both of them agreed that if alien life forms exist, they would resemble rabbits.
Weeks later, they eloped, although nobody really knows why that was necessary. The marriage has remained a secret until now.
We can only speculate about where Kim will go from here, but we do know that she has decided to maintain her cover as a superficial, self-important bigmouthed moron for reasons that only she fully understands.
But it's wisdom born of pain
Yes, She's paid the price
But look how much she gained
If she has to, she can face anything
She is strong (strong)
She is invincible (invincible)
She is woman
Oh, she is woman
She is invincible
She is strong
Is this post in response to Brawer's EP cover? r
As for Leepin Larry, I've been crushing on him for months._r
@OEsheepdog: Explain. Don't get the Brawer connection
@greenheron: A boob job with a head
Hope: Gee, I never thought of it that way. Thanks for pointing it out.
I think she's a thetan.
And I also know you can write serious. I've read your stuff on Brawer. Hey, I know: Write something serious about the Tea Party. It could be a horror flic ... or maybe a sitcom ... like "Family" ... but on steroids and pain killers. The key player could be a squeeky-voiced woman from Alaska ... played by Kardasian. 'Cept for the looks, that'd be real type-casting! But not funny. Yep, a horror flic.
I've often wondered why on Earth certain people are able to become media magnet type "celebrities" - especially based upon such infamous reasons. But after reading your whimsical piece I have my answer. It's so you can take them to task with your wonderful gift of satire and snark. Thanks very much for this post.
Rated and appreciated.