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Happy new year from Smit Island ,MD.
Yea, we're still here, and it's by choice! Really , we're not run aground or stranded or broken down or anything we just like it here. Could be a bit warmer , but eh' it's winter time I wouldn't expect anything different.
For a small community I'm never without something to do. My days are long and I'm busy all the while either working for pay or helping someone for personal satisfaction.
I never really knew before how good it feels to do that. And it just keeps on.
For Christmas we sailed to Tylerton for the evening and checked it out. Had a great time visiting and meeting new folks.They have a very nice basin for the Watermen.
My day starts early here , I get up about 4-5 am stoke the wood stove , then head over to the Harborside grocery for coffee w/ the men, at 7:30 I return to the dock to see of one of the Packet boats on there daily run into Crisfield and see who is going "off Island" I rarely leave the Island. After that it's breakfast,wood cutting/gathering and off to work at whatever I've not finished the day before or some other task abaord the boat. I've been oing a bit of sewing lately,first for myself, and now for anyone else that wants/needs it done.
I've even been shucking oysters, by the bushel, we love eating oysters. This year is apparently a bumper crop and they are quite reasonably priced. We have also been enjoying Pecans,and other fruit and nut s that grow here.
The people are mostly pleasant and welcoming. Our Daughter is enjoying the company of the other children and even has attended the school on occasion. We try to attend and support all community functions and find them quite enjoyable.
But far too soon , I fear, we will have to return to life "ashore" on the mainland.
Sadly we have other previous obligations to attend to.
But we will enjoy the remaining time we have and look forward to returning again.
As for Key West, I guess it will have to wait. We are already in an Island Paradise in our opinion.
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January 21st, 2011 #1
Going in to Graphic Design. Any ideas on that to expect?
Hey everyone. This is my first post here, and hopefully not my last. The situation is that I will be entering college once the semester of my senior year ends. I expect of majoring in Graphic Design, and will hopefully go for a scholarship or two at the Art University of Houston. (lolmoney)
First thing's first, I've been working with Photoshop, and some other Adobe products since my Freshman year, however I was never formally taught anything. The way our classes worked was we were told to work on certain tutorials, then present what we finished at the due date. This doesn't quite seem to be a good introductory way to teach, in my opinion, but it's what I've to expect in college, so best to start somewhere.
What is to come in college with graphic design classes? What are the basic skills I will need when I enter, and what should I learn beforehand? I don't want to enter a course with my current knowledge, only to discover I'm below what is expected upon entry, and fall behind.
Also, I'd post some work, but unfortunately anything I can find is from when I first started, so it's... yeah. I haven't had any graphic design classes in high school for a while, so I haven't had many opportunities to practice outside of class.
Thanks in advance!
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I started a degree doing Graphic Design in September, and what I have found is that you need little knowledge in anything.
Basically, it's the ability to solve problems through ideas that is most sought after, with actual technical ability not being expected/needed at the start of the course.
In the first month, courses for basic photoshop/illustrator/indesign were given, to give everyone a basic knowledge of them so they could begin to develop their skills from there.
I do not think you should worry too much about being technically good at photoshop, it's more about idea-generation and enthusiasm
January 24th, 2011 #3
Alright, thank you for the reply. That really eases my worries quite a bit. Hopefully I'll pick up some skills on these forums that I didn't know before.
February 10th, 2011 #4
I can't tell you too much about a graphic design degree, because I don't have one. That said, I've been a professional graphic designer for about 5 years now. My degree is in marketing, which has really helped me in my job. And I never actually had a formal Photoshop class either. I took classes in Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Flash and Quark, but somehow I missed Photoshop. When I was still going to school my company at the time bought me a copy of Photoshop 6 and I learned a lot by experimenting.
A few years later when I got my first design job, I learned a TON on the job. Just being around designers who were doing their thing every day did miracles for my design skills. And it'll be the same for you. I learned more in 1 month at my first design job than I did in the year I was at art school. Don't get me wrong, I loved art school, but I loved it for the drawing classes.
So I guess my post has two points:
1) You don't NEED a design degree to be a good and respected designer.
2) A lot of what you learn will most likely be thrown out, or at the very least, will become obsolete after you get to your first job.
So don't sweat it! Just enjoy school, and study the things that you want to study.
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I was a bit like you. I was 15 when I entered a proper Graphic Design course (obviously not university, lol at that) and I had been playing around with photoshop since I was 12. That will be a considerably important skill, I think, at least at first (then it's likely that your classmates will catch up to you, but will surely save you a lot of stress in the beginning). Being able to work with an adobe program is going to help you a lot, because the menus and the way their work (illustrator, indesign etc) are very very similar. You'll be able to understand things quickly and explore a lot more that people whose first contact with the programs are going to be when properly entering college, simply because you won't be AS limited by your technical skills.
If you have doubts about the area, I recommend you search for some design books and websites. That will give you a bit of a general idea about the subject you're going to study, and hopefully make you decide you love it :p If you want some good resources, send me a message and I'll be happy to give some tips on that
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Don't be worried about the program too much. They are usually designed to take you from the absolute basics to the harder stuff. I will be finishing my BFA in Graphic Design from Utah State University next semester and here is what I wish I knew from the beginning:
1. Treat everything like it's a portfolio piece, so later on so it can become one.
2. Open your mind to everything. Read books from genres you haven't read before, watch movies you never thought you would, and try spending more time out and about then on a computer. You will have plenty of time to use the computer as is.
3. Concept trumps technique every time. You can have the most beautiful work in the world, but if it doesn't solve the problem or communicate effectively, then it is weak.
Good luck with school and I hope it helps!
July 16th, 2011 #7
Oh ha, another Houstonian. Though I went to Sam Houston State.
I wouldn't worry too much, they give all art students the same basic introductory classes. You may find you are ahead of the group or right there with the rest of them. But you are there to learn - so don't worry about what you don't know or be afraid to ask questions.
And now odds and ends for graphic design you'll probably discover yourself but passing them on anyway.
DaFont is your friend. Or at least was mine - when looking for fonts for specific projects. Just keep in mind the usage limitations - if they are okay for personal use or commercial or what have you.
Also when you get further along in classes and have to start worrying about color schemes - The Color Index Book might be helpful to you.
Also - general word of college advice - do not piss off your professors. This may seem like common sense, but some folks don't think about it.
No sure what else to suggest - so good luck.
July 20th, 2011 #8
One suggestion: Common Sense.
This is what i tell everyone who asks me, have loads of it along will skill to boot. I have been in the design field for like over 10 years and started as a classicaly trained artist, computers and programs came later.
Best thing would be keep and open mind to everything good and bad as you will meet both on a daily basis. Learn the programs and never ever... ever fear to hit the F1 button for help as that has helped me a ton because i never had peers to guide me only myself and that button.
My Imagination is killing me!
August 2nd, 2011 #9
I think it is VERY important to teach yourself some very technical aspects that graphic designers need to know to ensure designs look right at the end of projects. You have to teach yourself a lot of this or learn it at entry level jobs because I have been told that Uni's and Colleges tend not to delve too much into detail. Even if that is not true, its still very advisable to look into it.
Things that you can arm yourself with to help you do your job correctly is to intimately know the printing process and learn how so set up spot colours correctly. Also, try to really peel the layers of programs like Illustrator and Photoshop, crack Vectors and know how to work them and then try to get to know Dreamweaver, Indesign and the smaller programs like Fireworks and Flash Catalyst.
You will need to spear head your learning with a lot of practice and invest a lot of time trying to scoop up as much techy stuff as you can. There really is a monumental amount of info out there in books and online and I am slowly working through all this stuff myself so I can be a better designer. You will NEVER, stop learning.
Yes, you don't have to know programs down to every function to be a good designer but, as the design programs are SO powerful, the more you know about them and what they can do... added to having a general interest in everything, sketching a lot, always generating new ideas and letting design invade 100% of your life, you can become a very strong designer.
I don't know what your course will entail but, you should extend your learning to outside the college walls. The more time spent practicing and learning the better. Plus, the better you are, the better the rest of us have to get to ensure we don't get complacent.
My 2 cents... hope that helps.
August 11th, 2011 #10
Don't worry or panic about not "knowing" Photoshop like the pros. You could spend several lifetimes learning it and still find things that you didn't know or think of. Software like Photoshop and Illustrator are simply tools that you use to achieve your design goals. That being said, the better you know your tools the better your work can become. When it comes to learning software there is no better way to learn than practice, practice, practice. Learn how to create brushes in Photoshop and use them to create desired effects. While it may seem like it is unrelated to graphic design it's not. It gets you to understand the power behind the program, to look at solving problems in a new and creative way. This is integral to successful design. After all that's all graphic design is, finding a unique and creative solution to express a given idea through graphics.
A good way to practice in Photoshop/Illustrator is to find ads or logos or layouts that you find visually appealing and try to replicate them. The more you do this the more you will come to see patterns in good design. You'll see that your eyes always seem to fall on the most important information first because contrast or focal point creates a hierarchy of information telling you that it is the most important. You'll start to notice that great logos have a balance of positive and negative space, that they are symmetrical or asymmetrical and you will start to ask yourself why. This is when you will know that you are getting to understand design. Not a day goes by that I don't see something and think to myself "Ugh, that menu is hideous I hope they didn't pay someone for that." or "Wow, that type treatment is fantastic!".
The important thing about successful design is to master the fundamentals. Always keep in mind your hierarchy of information. Understand positive and negative spaces. Understanding typography is essential. Learning and understanding typography and how to create your own fonts will give you a huge advantage. First you will always have the exact, high quality font that you are looking for, which you can use and charge for however you choose, and second it will teach you very important lessons in design theory. Creating a good font is a very intensive process, one that requires a very well developed sense of spacial relationships. A key factor in design.
For logo design always keep the KISS principle in mind. Keep It Simple Stupid. Always start your designs in black and white. If it looks good in black and white, it will look good in color. However just because it looks great in color it doesn't mean that it will look great or even be recognizable in black and white. Make sure that your design scales, you don't want to shrink your logo down to fit on a pen and realize that it looks like a disaster.
Understand color theory. There is a reason McDonalds' colors are yellow and red, they were not just chosen at random. This can be a long and daunting task for some people and you can really spend a long time learning about it. I would recommend attaining at least a cursory understanding of it. Doing so will make a world of difference in your design and design process.
Get a solid understanding of all things print related. Understand the intended use of the design and make sure you choose appropriate colors. Never use full black, your print shop will hate you and an unhappy print shop is a miserable designer. Sweet beans and gravy do not upset your print shop.
Don't expect to come out of college and walk into an entry level Coca-Cola job making 100k something a year. There are a TON of graphic designers out there now and there are a ton that have many, many more years of experience and are way more talented than you and there always will be. It's a fact of life. But if you master the fundamentals and develop a solid framework and understanding of the design process, given a little time and a lot of hard work you can make a solid living doing what you love.
Learn typography, I said it before and I can't stress it enough. Being able to create your own custom font gives you a huge edge over other designers who never bother to learn such things. This single skill can give you a huge advantage and thus a much better chance at landing a job in such a saturated market.
There is so much more but honestly with a solid understanding of these basic elements you should have no problem breezing through your courses. There is a big difference between a designer and a great design, both in how much they enjoy the job and how much they get paid to enjoy the job and that difference 9 times out of ten is their understanding of the fundamentals.
Best of luck and best wishes!
P.S. See what i did there with the bold tags? That is utilizing design! I've used contrast and repetition to create a hierarchy of information. You don't have to read the entire lengthy post to get the point and it reinforces the fundamentals! Yay design!
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August 15th, 2011 #11
focus on the stiff that is valuable and important. the knowledge of the software will come in time and you're probably already way ahead of the curve. great designers/artist ask "why" not "how". knowing how to work the design principals and theories will take you further than being a "production monkey"
some great advice in this thread already, good posts guys
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I would not even start a career in this field right now. Its too hard to break in? Do you know anybody in the industry? If no then that should be your answer in going into this field. Take up science as your career and do art 2nd - trust me it will be better for your mind.
January 23rd, 2012 #13
Theres tonnes of work out there, but most of it isnt designing fancy logos, its marketing materials, adverts, websites for estate agents and chemical companies, cups, tradeshow pop ups, stuff like that.
The stuff they dont teach you is printing tech, networking, getting new business in, doing your own taxes, spec work, knowing when to do exactly what a client wants and when to push back, stuff like that.
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January 24th, 2012 #14
Haha, I just returned to CA for the first time in almost exactly a year!
Thanks for the help everyone, and I'm sorry I never checked in. I returned today to learn of some material I should use for my portfolio, as I'm going in to an interview for a paid internship this week. So far I've made a web slice layout, I have touched up a bad graduation photo, and have improved a bleak picture of a lake.
Unfortunately I haven't really dabbled in Photoshop for a while, so I'm constructing this as I go. About how much should I create? I was thinking somewhere around ten or so examples of my work. Would that suffice, or more?
Edit: Just got the job!
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February 10th, 2012 #15
Minimal art went nowhere. - Sol LeWitt
February 16th, 2012 #16
I will tell you how I got to where I am so you can see the journey and you might not expect that...but it's anything but conventional.
I started college thinking I would get into exercise science with physical therapy being the end goal (I've been an artist all my life and thought there was no money in it, plus I wanted to help people). Halfway through college I said screw it and jumped into all art classes. Aesthetics are universal so it seemed like a good place to start. Unfortunately I realized the same thing I always knew...there isn't any money in an art degree haha. So then I jumped into Media Arts thinking I would be a graphic designer and realized that really kind of pigeon-holed me into one specific field so I started learning Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, Video, Audio, html, javascript and really I think that was the best thing I could do because it was obvious I didn't know what I really wanted to do.
After graduating I floated around interning at a couple design firms who worked with big clients HP, Bungie, Microsoft...and I loathed every day I was there. I couldn't have hated it more and I think it's because school builds up this idea that the world is your oyster and you are going to work for the best companies with the best clients and you are going to love it.
If you think you are going to get to be as creative as you want all the time or even most of the time you will be so disappointed. You get to be creative inside a box, the box of your client, the box of your employment.
If you are thinking that your job is going to give the most creative satisfaction you will be creatively bankrupt. A job is a job and it can be fun and it can be challenging, but it won't always be. Your personal projects will always be the place you get to flex all your skill and creativity and are your safe haven.
If you want to sharpen your skills look at something like Lynda.com and become super technically proficient with your software so you can spend most of your effort on design. The people most destructive of your work are the people who will probably help you grow the most so seek criticism from people who don't blow smoke up your ass and tell you "that's great". You know when you do something good, you don't need people to tell you that.
Best of luck!
March 20th, 2012 #17
^ exactly right! unlike most other professions you dont need a certificate to show someone you have what it takes to be a designer. usually going to schools and whatnot is good though, because you get to be around other aspiring designers, giving you ideas and inspiration. also if your work stands out above the class you can get recommended by teachers to people who could potentially hire you. and even submitted to art exhibitions if the school hosts them giving you a chance to have your work purchased.


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you should have seen Miss Piggy that night, she was a mess!
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"We bought him in 1997 and he has since acknowledged that he made a mistake by leaving us. At the time, he was a regular in the France team ahead of Euro 2000, but then Thierry Henry came here and took his place in the team.
"Anelka didn't really make it at Real Madrid because he was not accepted there. He went back to Paris St Germain and it was up and down after that. He has never been at a club that had his class and he became disappointed. He is now back at the top level."
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Mostly AmazingI really liked it. I don't wear lip gloss or lip stick very often anymore because of kissing, but when I did use it I really liked it. It was kinda goopy & sticky but was super glossy & the longest lasting lip gloss that I have ever used that didn't dry out my lips. Also it made my lips look pretty plump. — 9 months, 1 week agojess_guess | 17 reviews
Decent EnoughThis turned out to be a pretty good product, once I figured out how much to use. The shine pretty minimal, but the colour is very nice. Its still a bit sticky, but again without the shine you get with a gloss. — 1 year, 2 months agosonya_kinsey | 44 reviews
StickyAlthough I like the colors of these lip glosses, they are too sticky for everyday use. I might put them on when I am going out in the evening but I do not count on the color staying. — 1 year, 9 months agoreadingluv_2007 | 40 reviews
I like it but others might notI got a lip glaze trio on sale from sephora a few months ago. After trying all three shades, my feelings are mixed. Firstly, the pens are really thin with not much product so I definitely don't think they're worth the price when purchased on their own. The formula is very thick and a little sticky which I actually don't mind but I know a lot of people won't like. It's moisturizing and has a pretty...read more shine to it. It's a lot more pigmented than I thought it would be so I give it props for that. Unless I can find another set on sale I probably won't repurchase, unfortunately. — 2 years, 1 month agoAlexandraM19 | 53 reviews
Sticky.Lots of great colors, but this is sticky stuff. — 2 years, 2 months agobecky_crotinger | 45 reviews
Horrible PackagingThis lip glaze has the worst packaging design ever. The click-twist design makes it very difficult to get the product out and get an even flow. You either get too much product or not enough. The product itself is not that great either. It's sticky and doesn't spread easily, giving uneven coverage on the lips. There are better, less expensive lip colors available. — 2 years, 4 months agotruebeauty123 | 35 reviews
These are great glosses!I love the colors. I have several. A little goes a long way. If you put too much on it feels sticky and goopy. It doesn't last long though, so I wouldn't give this 10 stars but the colors make up for it! Also, you can get these at a great price if you buy them in a set from Sephora during the holidays. — 2 years, 7 months agomsgroovey | 22 reviews
Perfect :)I'm not a big lipgloss fan, as I usually find them too sparkly and very middle school. However, I decided to try the Stila shade in 'Apricot'. Since then I have bought 3 more shades and I'm hooked! The choice of color and finish is amazing. These lipglosses are scented, yet the scent is not overwhelming. They're lovely. — 3 years agoolgalovesmakeup | 5 reviews
Honestly, I was expecting higher reviews for this!In my opinion, I got great results from these glosses. They never leave me with that excessively glossed up look that appears like I've spread a layer of honey on my lips. I find that this gives me that "just right" layer of gloss that plumps up my lips while also adding a hint of color. It's long-lasting, and tastes good to boot! What really makes these a special find for me, though, is the appli...read morecator brush. I love these tapered, pointed brushed. They help me define and fill my lips with much more control than those "squeeze bottles." I got a set of these from Costco at a Costo-worthy price. I'm not sure if Costco still carries these sets, but if they do, I highly recommend the purchase. My favorite shades? Creme Bouquet, Apricot, and Raisin. — 3 years, 2 months agoNardulli_is_a_Product_Junkie | 15 reviews
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NBA players are not the only people still trying to get their game legs.
A cameraman at a Pacers-Bulls game recently found himself on the other side of the lens in embarrassing fashion after he hopped up to film a spot — and found out one of his legs wasn't working. Ah, the old fall-asleep-while-you're-sitting routine.
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Iberostar Costa Calero
Urbanizacion Puerto Calero, Yaiza, Lanzarote, Spain, 35570
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This hotel really does tick a lot of boxes. Guests can enjoy a bit more of a buzz than other upmarket hotels on the island, a high standard of service and a state of the art spa. The attractive, modern hotel is a stalwart from the respected Iberostar hotel chain.
On a steep hill on the edge of the large resort of Puerto del Carmen, in the upmarket area of Costa Calero, overlooking the luxury marina.
I found the bold furnishing in the rooms a little brash and the furniture – well – a little cheap. Only a handful of the 300 or so rooms are suites, but all are a pretty decent size. I got a lovely bedroom with a balcony on the fifth floor (all have a balcony or terrace, which is a real plus in my opinion) overlooking the ocean (some have garden views) and nearly forgot that I was here to work. For families, adjoining rooms with connecting doors can be booked, as in many of the bigger hotels on the island. I know it may be an environmentally friendly move but I begrudged not having mini toiletries provided.
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With enormous tropical gardens, extensive lounge areas and generally spacious interior, you can literally lose yourself in this hotel. The large pool-like water feature on the roof of the hotel next to a stylish, alfresco bar was a striking and pleasing design feature.
With wicker cane chairs, a tiled floor and large potted plants giving it a conservatory feel, the piano bar is not as cosy as you might expect. However, its outdoor terrace, which is surrounded by water, is delightful. I recommend a casual, alfresco lunch at Restaurant Oyambre, which offers a range of different cuisines. Breakfast and dinner are served daily in the main restaurant, La Magdalena, which has a large terrace overlooking the pool area.
It would be possible to spend a week here and still not have time to make use of all the facilities here. Four swimming pools, kids and adults clubs and live shows throughout the year offer classic leisure and entertainment activities. More offbeat options range from rifle shooting and archery to pétanque; the hotel even boasts its own dive centre. There are four huge swimming pools here partly surrounded by lawns. The extensive spa is a destination in its own right (and can be used by non guests), with pool featuring jet treatments, sauna, steam room and tepidarium – treatments are also available.
The reception staff were consistently delightful and the waiting and bar staff efficient and smiling. I couldn't fault the service during my stay here, which I found more five star than four.
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This hotel sees a real mix of guests - from sporty types who like to make use of the extensive facilities, drinkers and foodies making the most of the all-inclusive deal, and SAGA groups. Like many of the bigger hotels on the island, the hotel offers meeting rooms as a way of getting through the leaner months, but the proportion of business visitors is relatively small. The guests are mostly Spanish, British and German couples. It is a popular wedding venue – when I was there an Irish wedding was conducted on the terrace.
Consider the really good value all-inclusive packages (which really are all inclusive), and bear in mind it is possible to upgrade on a daily basis on arrival for €15, including an all-you-can-eat buffet lunch, drinks and use on the spa. I did this recently, and it was one of the best decisions of my trip.
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Vice Admiral Surinder Pal Singh Cheema has assumed command of the Southern Naval Command. He took over as its Flag Officer Commanding in Chief at a ceremonial parade held at naval air station INS Garuda on Thursday. Prior to assuming charge, he laid wreath at the War Memorial.
Vice Admiral Cheema was commissioned into the Navy in January 1977. He is a graduate of the National Defence Academy (NDA), Lhasa lead ala, the Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington and the College of Naval Warfare (CNW), Mumbai.
A specialist in missile and gunnery, he spent most of his time on afloat and operational appointments. He has had the distinction of being the Commanding Officer of five frontline ships, missile boat INS Nishank, Mauritian Coast Guard OPV Vigilant, missile corvette INS Khanjar, stealth frigate INS Trishul and the prestigious airrcraft carrier INS Viraat.
His appointments ashore include Commandant of the Naval Academy and Commanding Officer of INS Mandovi. He also has the unique distinction of winning both the Lentaigne (Best Dissertation) and Scudder Medals (First in overall order of merit) while undergoing course at the DSSC.
On promotion to Flag rank in May 2006, he was appointed ACNS, Information Warfare and Operations (IW & Ops) at Integrated Headquarters, Ministry of Defence (Navy). His other flag appointments include posting as Chief of Staff of the Western Naval Command, Flag Officer Commanding Western Fleet, Controller Personnel Services, IHQ MoD (Navy), DCIDS Perspective Planning and Force Development (PP&FD) and DCIDS (DOT).
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Relax with the whole family at the Hemlock House, nestled on a wooded acre in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. This fully equipped retreat is located in beautiful Pike County, surrounded by thousands of acres of protected forest land--less than 2 hours from NYC and Philadelphia. The Hemlock House features 4000 Square Feet of space, an abundance of windows, and a fabulous hearth and fireplace!! The home also boasts 2 huge Kitchens, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and 4 separate living areas including a gameroom with Foosball, Card Table, Pool, Darts, and a vintage Atari Video Game! Add to that a 6 person Outdoor Hot Tub, Wi-Fi, 4-TV's(including a 60 Inch Home Theatre), a fabulous outdoor fire circle, BBQ, and a deck overlooking the forest! The property is immediately adjacent to beautiful Pecks Pond, where you can rent boats, fish, picnic, and watch the Bald Eagles nest!
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Stayed here with a group of friends over a weekend and the house worked out really well. The main floor has an in law suite so it is basically like having 2 places in one. The house was well maintained and the owner quickly addressed the one problem we had, when a power failure in the area required the heater to be reset. My only complaint would be that I prefer a place a little more secluded, but at the same time the description of the property in the ad does accurately describe it so that one is on me. In the end, yes I would recommend this property.
This house had everything we needed, from space to an awesome game room, fireplace, hot tub, beautiful spacious kitchen etc etc etc. This was by far the smoothest and best transaction I've done. The house was beautiful! I'd recommend this to anyone looking for a getaway weekend to relax and have some fun with friends and family.
This place was a great place to decompress. It was clean and the kitchen was well appointed for cooking. The only thing I was a bit disappointed in was the fact that we had to drive out to hiking trails. We tried to go to Dingmans Ferry Falls but the road was closed and no way back there. It would be helpful if the site listed when area like that are closed for the season and the season dates.
All in all we had a nice 4 days of relaxation.
Do not come here if you are looking to be 'in it all' because your far from it. If your looking to just hang out and de-stress this is the place.
Its very hard to satisfy all parties when traveling with multiple families, especially with kids. Well, this place certainly was perfect! The rooms were spacious and had everything we needed to have a great time! The best part was the kids had their own side of the house!! They got to do their own thing, while the adults got to do theirs.
We loved so much we decided to stay an extra night! Owners were responsive and very friendly. We got to meet him on our way out. Definitely looking to stay again this year!
Upon arrival, the furnace was up and running, which was great being that it was quite cold in the house. The wood and fire pellets were conveniently located and fireplace detailed instructions were also very helpful. We noticed that in the game room the pool sticks were all broken, which was a bummer and so was the dart table. Ping pong table and foosball table were fine, which was good. Bathrooms and bedrooms were stocked with clean linens, however we did notice something sticky on the floor, which we cleaned up by purchasing a mop and floor cleaner. Only one kitchen was stocked with utensils, which was fine being that we were only using 1 kitchen. Hot tub was very relaxing. We were reluctant at first being that it is an outdoor jacuzzi and it was 17 degrees outside, but we were fine (could'nt even notice). TV in the larger apartment has no remote control but all the other TVs do. On our third night there the refrigerator and microwave sockets must have blew a fuse or something, not too sure. We searched for the fuse box but everything in the basement was locked so we just transferred all of our food to the other kitchen. Patio was very relaxing also and lets lots of sunlight into the living room. Water pressure was excellent and heat and hot water were also excellent. Beds were comfortable as well all 4 of us took turns sleeping in each room. Overall amazing stay, minor things could be fixed, but would definitely recommend to friends and would definitely return.
There is a huge area of public land, lakes, ponds, wetlands, and forest surrounding the property. Nearby you'll find the Mountain Laurel Center with concerts and events, Pecks Pond, where you can see Bald Eagles, rent boats and fish, or eat at the historic Pecks Pond Inn. Lake Wallenpaupack, the third largest body of water in PA, is 20 minutes away. High Knob, one of the highest mountains in the Poconos, is just a few minutes away. Numerous ski areas, golf courses, paintball, boating, hiking, ATV and Snowmobile trails, waterfalls, and more are all in the nearby area. Milford, Stroudsburg, Matamoras, and Hawley are all about 20-30 minutes away. This property is located centrally in the Poconos so you are within a reasonable drive of almost all of the attractions. What is most unique about this property is that it is not in a gated community, unlike most Pocono vacation rentals, so you can enjoy real seclusion while still being close to civilization.
As for skiing, the great thing about this location is that you are right in the middle of most of the Pocono ski areas. We get a lot of skiers who want to visit a different area every day. Tanglewood is only 12 miles away, about a 20 minute drive. You are also within 30 miles of Shawnee, Camelback, Mountain Creek, Big Bear, Alpine Mountain, Fernwood, and even Sno Mountain in Scranton is not out of reach.
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Westbrook set career highs with 49 points and 16 rebounds, and added 10 assists, helping the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Philadelphia 76ers 123-118 in overtime Wednesday night.
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In the age of me over we ball, Duncan is a corrupt cliche – a winner.We judge stars by rings more than ever. The Heat didn't win; LeBron won. Kobe or Shaq won a decade ago. But when the Spurs win, Duncan is part of a greater whole, lost in a selfless, Vulcan coda.
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MANCHESTER: Ryan Sidebottom sparked a West Indies collapse as England strengthened its grip on the third Test at Old Trafford here Friday.
Fellow left-armer Monty Panesar followed up with two wickets in three balls as England closed in on an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the four-match series.
West Indies lost its last six wickets for 13 runs in 44 balls as its was bowled out for 229 in reply to England's first innings 370.
At close, England, in its second innings, was 34 for one a healthy lead of 175 with three days remaining.
But by that stage Andrew Strauss's poor run of form continued when the opener was out for nought.
Alastair Cook was 12 not out and England captain Michael Vaughan unbeaten on 10.
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Shivnarine Chanderpaul, West Indies's senior batsman, top scored with 50 in an innings where the next best total came from 42 extras.
Left-arm spinner Panesar finished with four for 50 from 16.4 overs, while left-arm quick Ryan Sidebottom, who'd never before taken a first-class wicket at Old Trafford, had three for 48 from 12.
Strauss, who has only scored one fifty in his last 15 Test innings, was plumb lbw to impressive recalled fast bowler Fidel Edwards. Earlier, Sidebottom, recalled for England's innings-and-283-run victory at Headingley in the second Test, had Dwayne Bravo caught behind by wicketkeeper Matt Prior for 24 to end a stand of 59 with left-hander Chanderpaul. Wicket-keeper Denesh Ramdin fell next, a miscued pull off Sidebottom caught at square leg by Kevin Pietersen.
Then 224 for six became 225 for seven when debutant Darren Sammy, on one, nicked Panesar to Paul Collingwood in the slips. And two balls later Jerome Taylor went in similar fashion, although this time Strauss held the catch.
Sidebottom then picked up the prize wicket of Chanderpaul, who'd missed the Headingley match with a knee injury, when the left-hander drove him straight to Pietersen at cover for 50. Chanderpaul faced 78 balls with seven fours.
Panesar wrapped up the innings when Corey Collymore was held by Collingwood.
West Indies began the final session on 153 for three, a deficit of 217.
Devon Smith was 40 not out and Chanderpaul 15 not out.
Smith though failed to add to his score when he was caught off bat and boot by Ian Bell at silly point off Panesar, the bowler's 50th Test wicket, although the decision was handed over to replay umpire Peter Hartley.
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Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteremia in patients with liver cirrhosis: a comparison with bacteremia caused by Enterobacteriaceae
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BMC Infectious Diseases 2013, 13:332 doi:10.1186/1471-2334-13-332Published: 19 July 2013
This study was performed to detect risk factors for Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteremia in patients with liver cirrhosis.
A retrospective case–control study was designed to identify risk factors for P. aeruginosa bacteremia in cirrhotic patients. The cases were cirrhotic patients with P. aeruginosa bacteremia and the controls were cirrhotic patients with Enterobacteriaceae bacteremia.
Sixty-one cases and the same number of controls were enrolled. In a multivariate analysis, younger age {adjusted odds ratio (aOR) per one year: 0.96, 95% confidence interval: 0.93 - 0.99}, nosocomial acquisition (aOR 3.87, 95% confidence interval: 1.50 - 9.94), preexisting biliary disease (aOR 4.79, 95% confidence interval: 1.92 - 10.47), and recent exposure to immunosuppressive agent (aOR 3.10, 95% confidence interval: 1.23 - 7.82) were associated with P. aeruginosa bacteremia. In the case group the frequency of appropriate initial antibiotic regimens was considerably lower than in the control group: 29.5% vs. 65.6% (P <0.01). However, thirty day mortality did not differ significantly between cases and controls (19.7% vs. 24.6%).
Nosocomial acquisition, preexisting biliary disease, and recent use of immunosuppressive agents are strong predictive factors for P. aeruginosa bacteremia in cirrhotic patients.


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While long weekends are awesome, we can't forget what we're celebrating... Happy Memorial Day everyone!
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Home entertaining with modern barstools.
As you all know, Monday is Memorial Day, which usually means staying home, relaxing and most likely doing some entertaining.
While the style of home entertainment on this holiday is usually casual, there are still some home design elements you'll want, such as extra seating.
Barstools are a great way to provide extra seating around the most social space in the house. Let's look at some fun options...
White Chrome Barstool
Modern kitchen design with rustic barstool style.
There's so many different styles of barstools out there that can provide tons of extra seating without taking too much extra space.
If you're going for a more rustic look, try something like these below. The kitchen design above is great because of the contrast between modern and rustic. Don't ever shy away from the unpredictable choice.
Gunmetal Barstools
Sleek modern barstools in designer kitchen.
This barstool style above is the ultimate in style and space saving.
Try selecting one that also gives you the option of height adjustment, that way you don't have to worry as much about the different counter heights.
Adjustable Black Barstool
Modern rustic kitchen design with classic barstool style.
Are all of the options above too modern for you? Don't worry, a classic barstool style works perfectly well in a modern home as well.
You can never go wrong with a classic, especially when it has a little modern edge.
Adjustable Bamboo Barstool
Don't forget, it might get warm around this time of year and contemporary ceiling fans are a great option to keep cool.
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Outdoor living isn't just about a grill and a table and chairs anymore. Outdoor fire pits are gaining popularity and enhance your outdoor living experience. These days people have full-on outdoor kitchens and fully appointed outdoor living rooms and many outdoor spaces now include fire pits.
A fire pit can easily become the go-to spot for family and friends and are perfect for a lively fireside chat or a place to stay warm on chilly summer nights.
This urban garden's seating area is the perfect place to kick back and catch up, and the fire pit is the right height to be used as a table when not lit.
Some homes even have separate seating areas for fire pits and include built-in benches/banquettes (a perfect opportunity to accessorize with decorative outdoor pillows.)
Adding an outdoor fire pit can extend your outdoor living season, starting in the spring and go until fall (or later, depending on your climate.)
Adding outdoor fountains will provide the peaceful sound of trickling water while you watch the flames licking up from your fire pit. I love the festive touch of paper lanterns in the trees above the seating area.
String lights are a great addition to this outdoor seating area with a wood-burning fire pit. The addition of decorative lanterns adds to the cozy ambiance.
Some outdoor fire pits are great for toasting marshmallows, others are just pretty to look at, but all will help keep you toasty on cool spring/summer nights.
Here are some great outdoor fire pits to consider when you're ready to add one to the mix:
1. Round Crystal Outdoor Fire Pit 2. Drop-In Tile Outdoor Fire Pit Table 3. Tereno Stucco Outdoor Fire Pit 4. Round Chat Fire Pit Table with Granite Top 5. Real Flame Gray Burning Fire Pit 6. Black Steel Basket Fire Pit
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The Stahl house (also known as Case Study House #22) designed by Pierre Koenig is a Mid-Century modern architectural masterpiece that cantilevers over the city of Los Angeles.
Numerous movies have been filmed in the home and it is also a popular background for photo shoots.
The Stahl house was part of the Case Study project sponsored by Arts and Architecture magazine in the 50s and 60s.
Architects Richard Neutra, Ray and Charles Eames, Eero Saarinen and Pierre Koenig (among others) were tasked with designing homes that would bring modernist architecture to the middle class.
You've probably seen this photo of two women lounging in a corner of a room made of floor-to-ceiling glass with the lights of LA twinkling below. Yes? No? Maybe?
Well anyway,it was this photo by famed photographer Julius Shulman that made the Stahl house one of the most famous examples of Mid-Century modern architecture.
It took Buck Stahl, the owner of the home, several tries to find an architect willing to build on the challenging (that's putting it mildly) hillside lot before he finally found Koenig, and the resulting design is pure genius.
The 2,200 square foot, 2 bedroom home is an L-shape that is divided into public and private areas. The public area is a single open space encased in floor-to-ceiling glass -- open plan living was a hallmark of the Mid-Century modern style of interior design.
Naturally this style of architecture was accompanied by interior design that mimics the streamlined look of its buildings.
The acclaimed TV series Mad Men has brought back the popularity of Mid-Century modern lighting and furniture design and now it can be seen everywhere from residential to hospitality to commercial design.
Clean lines, gentle organic curves and geometric forms are all characteristics of the style's modern furniture and lighting design.
The style made use of traditional materials like wood alongside non-traditional materials like metal, glass, vinyl, and plywood.
Here are some great examples of the furniture and lighting styles from the period:
1. Polished Chrome George Kovacs Arc Floor Lamp
2. Limelight Modern Green Armchair
3. Casa Vieja Turbina Ceiling Fan - 60" Oil-Rubbed Bronze
4. Patron Grasscloth Centennial Modern Natural Sofa
5. Vanguard Floor Lamp with Glass Tray Table
6. Santi Modern Walnut and Cream Adjustable Barstool
7. Cleo Modern White Glass 8 1/2-Inch-H Tech Pendant Light
8. Tendy Pro Stack Walnut 31 1/2-Inch-H Set of 4 Side Chairs
9. Astrid Contemporary Satin White Oval Dining Table
Okay, all this Mid-Century modern talk is making me want to pour myself a cocktail and settle in for a Mad Men marathon -- how about you?
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Lately I've been thinking about new pendant lighting ideas -- undoubtedly you've seen pendant lighting popping up in kitchens, dining rooms and living rooms, but what about other rooms in the house? Hallways, stairways, bathrooms and bedrooms all need love too!
Here are some pendant lighting ideas for inspiration:
Pendant lighting is no stranger to foyers and hallways, but how about groups of pendants? It's a fresh take on the typical chandelier.
Much like hallways, pendants are a staple lighting technique in stairways. Pendants hanging at different heights along the path of stairways really engage you on the climb up or down.
You can use pendant lighting in place of bedside table lamps in the bedroom. This is an especially great move for small bedrooms where space is at a premium or you have bedside tables that are on the small side. I love the idea of grouping pendants alongside the bed.
Why stick to using the traditional bath bar or sconces to light your vanity when you can use pendants? One of my pet peeves is a recessed light mounted directly over the sink (it casts harsh shadows on your face) – using a pair of pendants on either side of a vanity mirror shines light on you from the sides, which is eminently more flattering.
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These are only a few pendant lighting ideas so next time you are installing (or just switching up) lighting, use some out-of-the-box thinking when choosing types and locations for your lights, you might just come up with something amazing!
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Danny Simpson is delighted to be back at Manchester United after last season's loan spell at Sunderland.
The fullback told manutd.com: "I had a great time at Sunderland but the standard in United's first team is even higher. It helps to bring the best out of you because you have to continually raise your game.
"To be honest, I quite enjoy it! You want to play against the best and become the best yourself and marking Ronaldo day in, day out, can only help you improve. Nani is another one who's tricky to play against. He's a quality player and I can't wait to see him and Ronny bombing down the wings for United this season."


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MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Thursday said that the number of Filipinos who died in the hostage crisis in Algeria has risen to seven.
Assistant Secretary and DFA spokesperson Raul Hernandez told reporters in a press briefing that the Filipino was positively identified by Algerian and Philippine authorities as one of those earlier reported to be missing. Hernandez said the authorities were able to positively identify the Filipino from one of the recovered bodies.
Hernandez also clarified that another Filipino who had earlier been reported to be missing had been accounted for, and was not in Algeria when the incident happened.
"Therefore, we still have two Filipinos unaccounted for and missing……and our team in Algeria continues to coordinate with the authorities and employers to find them," Hernandez said.
The DFA had said that the six male Filipino fatalities earlier reported were mostly employed by the Japanese engineering firm JGC Corporation. He noted, however, that the seventh Filipino identified was employed by a British company.
Hernandez said that they could not yet disclose the names of the Filipino fatalities as they had not been authorized by their respective kin. He added that the authorities were working on the speedy repatriation of the remains of the fatalities but that they could not yet give a specific date.
He added that specific details on the circumstances of how the Filipinos died remained hazy but maintained that "it was the direct result of the hostage taking incident in the area and mostly by gunshot wounds and the effects of the explosion."
Hernandez also noted that four Filipinos who were injured in incident remained in "stable condition" at the Al Azhar hospital in Algiers.
"They are able to stand up and walk, and the employer is now arranging their repatriation but we could not yet give a specific date," Hernandez said.
He also said that the four Filipino workers from the Algeria who arrived Wednesday were those who were earlier reported to be staying at the Mercure Hotel. The DFA had said that they were inside the gas facility compound when it was attacked and occupied by militants but they were able to hide and so were not taken hostage.
Earlier reports had noted that the death toll from the siege had risen to more than 80 as Algerian forces searching the area for explosives found more bodies but that it was not clear whether they were hostages or militants.
An earlier Algerian ministry count also noted that 23 foreigners and Algerians were killed after al-Qaida-linked gunmen began their attack on the In Amenas gas plant deep in the Sahara desert on Wednesday. It also said that 32 kidnappers were also killed during the siege, and special forces were able to free 685 Algerian workers and 107 foreigners.
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In Seacon, four Port of Long Beach truck drivers for Seacon Logix, Inc., a southern California shipping company, filed a claim with the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, also known as the California Labor Commissioner ("DLSE"), against Seacon claiming that they should have been classified as employees. They sought reimbursement of business expenses and fees, including fuel, repair costs, registration, truck rental payments, and insurance costs after working for Seacon for a short time (four to eight months). The DLSE ruled in favor of the drivers, finding that they should have been classified as employees of Seacon, not independent contractors, and were therefore entitled to damages, penalties and interest in the amount of $105,089.15.
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2012 playoff teams making weak encores
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Just Win, Baby. Then win again.
The idea in all sports is to build off a playoff season. That message has been lost on the Falcons, Texans, Vikings and Redskins, also-rans all. Even the Super Bowl champion Ravens are under .500.
There are some very bad teams in the NFL this year -- Tampa Bay and Jacksonville have legitimate shots at going 0-16. And down at the bottom of the standings, although hardly in the abyss the Bucs and Jaguars have fallen into, are three 2012 division winners: Atlanta, Houston and Washington. Plus, NFC wild-card qualifier Minnesota.
What's gone wrong? Plenty.
Injuries can be blamed in part, but not primarily because all four teams stumbled and bumbled even with most of their regulars on hand. Now, with the likes of Julio Jones, Brian Cushing and Harrison Smith on the sidelines, there are some built-in excuses for such failures.
"We haven't been consistent in anything we've done in seven games," said Falcons coach Mike Smith, whose team's plunge to 2-5 is the most astounding. "That's the entire football team, the entire coaching staff, and we all take responsibility for it."
The Falcons barely missed making the Super Bowl last season, and they seemed to address their few concerns with the additions of running back Steven Jackson and rookie cornerback Desmond Trufant. But they barely can see New Orleans atop the division, and also trail Carolina as they struggle to run the ball with Jackson hurt, and their defense fails to make big plays.
A revival seems out of the question with games against the Saints, Packers and 49ers ahead and an 0-3 road mark.
Same thing for the Texans, who can't afford a loss Sunday night when they host AFC South leader Indianapolis. Houston already is three games in arrears, is down to third-string quarterback Case Keenum and, despite having a solid defense led by last year's top defensive player, J.J. Watt, has made few big plays during a five-game slide.
Indeed, Houston (2-5) has only five takeaways, and with the offense so charitable with the ball (16 turnovers), that makes for a minus-11 differential.
Can't win like that.
With two games remaining against the Colts, plus New England and Denver ahead, a third straight playoff berth might already be gone.
"Nobody can feel sorry for themselves," coach Gary Kubiak said this week after the team "went out and practiced in a flood ... and had good energy, pushing through, trying to get better as a football team. That's what I expect them to do."
Improvement on their 2012 turnaround was what everyone in the nation's capital, and many people elsewhere, expected from the Redskins. Instead, there has been serious regression, particularly on defense, which wasn't all that staunch last season.
Most disappointing has been Washington's inability to get out of the gate, outscored 67-20 in first quarters. The Redskins (2-5) aren't much on closing either, outscored by 18 points in the final period.
"We just have to execute better from the get-go," said quarterback Robert Griffin III, who only now is getting back to full fitness after offseason knee surgery that made him less maneuverable early this season. "We work on stuff all week in practice and we have to be able to translate that over to game day, and that takes everybody. We just can't have some of the things that we've been having: missed assignments, missed throws, dropped passes. All those kind of things can lead to not being successful and we've got to eliminate those."
Minnesota's slide is less surprising because the Vikings (1-6) had some elements of being a flash-in-the-pan playoff qualifier a year ago. They rode one of the great performances in NFL history, Adrian Peterson's MVP season with 2,097 yards rushing. But with their offensive line underachieving and their quarterbacks struggling, Peterson has become just another very good back at the mercy of his surrounding talent.
The Vikings' defense, which had 44 sacks last season, has only 14 so far. There's no continuity anywhere, which doesn't bode well for coach Leslie Frazier and his staff.
"We're trying to create a mindset that has to come from within because it's not like it's the beginning of a new regime," Frazier said, "and we have a bunch of veterans on our team that are familiar with how we do things. So you really have to approach them at where they are and try and present to them where we are as a team, and what has to change. And then they have to buy into some of the things you are talking about that need to change and accept that, and that's the only way that I know that you can create change with the familiarity that we all have with one another."
In this case, familiarity has bred collapse.
AP Sports Writer Joseph White in Ashburn, Va., contributed to this story.
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Maybe the question should be, who doesn't want a piece of Charlie Sheen's sure-to-be epic comeback?
Well, besides CBS, of course.
The somewhat abashed actor has recently been sitting in on pitch meetings in New York and Los Angeles for his proposed new sitcom, based loosely on the Jack Nicholson-starring comedy Anger Management, a source close to Sheen confirms to E! News.
So, who have his people been talking to—and more importantly, who's biting?
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We're told that Sheen and his team at Lionsgate TV, who are hoping to start shooting a pilot very early next year, have pitched the series to all the major broadcast networks—except CBS, naturally—as well as several cable networks, including Comedy Central, USA and FX.
All networks where medium-gauge swearing and racy material, not to mention characters, are welcome.
Then again, TV Land has also heard the pitch, according to Deadline.com, so maybe Sheen is thinking more Hot in Cleveland than It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia for his return to the small screen.
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A source tells E! that Comedy Central, where the ego-assaulting roast of Sheen broke viewer records, "really wants this show," but no deal has been made as yet.
A rep for Sheen had no comment on his latest career move.
Jury's still out on whether his humble appearance at the Emmys was one of his best performances in years, but if it was the real deal, Sheen's new sitcom would mark his first acting job since Team Two and a Half Men kicked him to the curb.
E! News has exclusively learned, meanwhile, that Sheen starts shooting the film A Glimpse Inside the Mind of Charlie Swan III this week in L.A.
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On October 21, the Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) imposed a $1.5 million civil penalty in an enforcement action against a UAE-based investment and advising company for violating the Iranian Transactions and Sanctions Regulations. OFAC determined that the firm recklessly or willfully concealed or omitted information pertaining to $103,283 in funds transfers processed through U.S.-based financial institutions for the benefit of persons in Iran. OFAC determined that the firm's actions were egregious because (i) it did not voluntarily self-disclose the violations to OFAC, has no OFAC compliance program, and did not cooperate in the investigation, (ii) the firm's management had actual knowledge or reason to know of the conduct, and (iii) the conduct resulted in potentially significant harm to the U.S. sanctions program against Iran.
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