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This invention relates to the concept of managing the rate of change of energy in a helicopter or other aeronautical vehicle. The invention uses energy management calculations to determine the maximum longitudinal and lateral inputs that can be made while still enabling the vehicle to maintain a desired vertical state. The results of the calculations can be cued to the pilot either tactilely, aurally, or visually, or used for internal software limiting.
1. A constant vertical state maintaining cueing system for a vehicle comprising:
an inceptor having a minimum inceptor position and a maximum inceptor position;
an airspeed sensor generating an airspeed signal;
at least one attitude sensor generating an attitude signal;
a vertical velocity sensor generating a vertical velocity signal;
a torque sensor generating a torque signal; and
a controller electrically coupled to said airspeed sensor, said at least one attitude sensor, said vertical velocity sensor and said torque sensor, said controller determining at least one vertical inceptor position for maintaining a constant vertical state in response to said vertical velocity signal and said torque signal and generating a cueing signal for maintaining said constant vertical state in response to said airspeed signal, said attitude signal, said minimum inceptor position, and said maximum inceptor position.
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14. A constant vertical state maintaining cueing system for a vehicle comprising:
an inceptor having a minimum inceptor position and a maximum inceptor position;
an airspeed sensor generating an airspeed signal;
at least one attitude sensor generating an attitude signal; and
a controller electrically coupled to said airspeed sensor and said at least one attitude sensor, determining at least one vertical inceptor position to maintain a constant vertical state and generating a cueing signal to maintain said constant vertical state in response to said airspeed signal, said attitude signal, said minimum inceptor position, and said maximum inceptor position;
wherein said controller in generating said cueing signal determines pitch attitudes and roll attitudes using conservation of energy based relationships and thrust and gravitational force based relationships.
15. A system for determining the maximum acceleration and deceleration limits that can be achieved on either the longitudinal or lateral axis of an aeronautical vehicle while maintaining a constant vertical state, said vehicle having a vertical control inceptor said system comprising:
a plurality of vehicle performance sensors; and
a controller that calculates the vertical control inceptor position
required to maintain a desired vertical state, and the maximum and minimum allowable vertical control inceptor positions for desired operation of the vehicle that allow maintaining said vertical state, wherein said minimum and maximum vertical inceptor positions are based on predictions of vehicle performance and further, wherein the desired vertical state is selected from the coup consisting of holding constant altitude, holding constant vertical velocity and holding constant flight path angle.
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This application is a divisional application of, and claims priority from, pending prior application Ser. No. 10/613,253, filed Jul. 3, 2003.
This invention was made with Government support under contract DAAH10-00-C-0052 awarded by the United States Army. The Government has certain rights in this invention.
The present invention relates generally to aeronautical vehicle systems, and more particularly, to a method and system for cueing a vehicle operator as to maximum allowable accelerations and decelerations that may be performed while maintaining a constant vertical state without disengagement therefrom.
In an aeronautical vehicle, such as a helicopter, a vehicle operator uses control inceptors to control the vehicle. Position changes of each control inceptor causes changes in orientation of aerodynamic surfaces and engine generated output power of the vehicle. In a helicopter such changes usually include the pitch of the main and tail rotor blades and the angle of a horizontal stabilator.
Traditionally, for helicopters, a dominant trend has been for a vertical control inceptor to predominantly be used in adjusting the pitch of all main rotor blades, which is commonly known as collective pitch, and in adjusting engine output power. A two axis longitudinal and lateral control inceptor is predominantly used in adjusting pitch of the main rotor blades as a function of blade position, which is commonly known as cyclic pitch. In using the stated convention, the vehicle operator can control the vertical velocity of the vehicle by adjusting the vertical inceptor and he can control the pitch and roll attitude by adjusting the longitudinal and lateral inceptors. By controlling the pitch and roll of the vehicle the operator can control the longitudinal and lateral acceleration and velocity of the vehicle.
A vehicle operator can maintain a constant altitude or vertical velocity, hereinafter referred to as a vertical state, by positioning the vertical inceptor in an appropriate position. The correct vertical inceptor position for maintaining the desired vertical state changes with changes in the acceleration and velocity along the longitudinal and lateral axes, requiring the operator to reposition the vertical inceptor.
Advanced vehicle control systems currently exist in the art for maintaining a specific vertical state. For example, a vehicle may have a control system capable of maintaining one or more vertical states, including constant vertical velocity state, a constant altitude state, or a constant flight path angle. Such vehicle control systems can function by automatically adjusting the vertical control inceptor position or by adding an electronic input in series with the vertical inceptor position.
Although vertical inceptor positions required to maintain a desired vertical state may currently be determined, since the vertical inceptor positioning effects power output of the engine as well as the collective pitch of the main rotor blades, there are many mechanical and aerodynamic limits associated with vertical inceptor positioning, which can limit the ability to maintain the desired vertical state.
Examples of such vertical axis limits are actuator limits, transmission torque limits, rotor over-speed and under-speed limits, rotor stall, rotor vortex ring state, and engine performance limits such as temperature and gas generator speed. These limits can be represented as minimum and maximum limits for vertical inceptor positioning.
Difficulties arise when, as a result of other vehicle operator actions such as commanding longitudinal and lateral accelerations, the vertical inceptor positions required to maintain the vertical state exceed one or more of the vertical axis limits. Depending on methods used in maintaining the desired vertical state and the methods used in limiting vertical inceptor positioning, the exceedance of a vertical axis limit may result in disengagement from or inability to maintain the vertical state or exceedance of the limit(s).
To maintain the desired vertical state and avoid exceedance of a limit a vehicle operator must continuously monitor vehicle instrumentation and vehicle performance, which distracts from the operators other tasks. Also, in order to be able to monitor instrumentation while navigating the vehicle, extensive training is required, which costs time and money. Also, the vehicle operator to maintain the desired vertical state and not exceed a limit, typically, operates the vehicle in a conservative manner and does not utilize full performance capabilities of the vehicle.
A related problem for vehicle operators occurs if the desired vertical state changes and the airspeed must be reduced to enable the vehicle to maintain the new state. In this scenario, the vehicle operator must determine how quickly to decelerate the vehicle to allow the new state to be maintained and when desiring to maintain a maximum airspeed the operator must avoid reducing speed of the vehicle more than required to maintain the new state.
It is sometimes necessary for the vehicle operator to require sudden deceleration or acceleration of the vehicle due to, for example, dangerous or hazardous situations. At the same time, it is often necessary during such situations to maintain a certain vertical altitude or state (for example, to prevent detection or ground contact). During these situations, the maximum and minimum limits of various operating conditions of the vehicle should not be exceeded in order for the vertical state to be maintained. However, it is often difficult for the operator to do so due to distractions and other concerns.
It is therefore desirable to provide a vehicle cueing system that is capable of cueing a vehicle operator to the maximum accelerations or decelerations that may be performed while maintaining a constant vertical state without exceeding any vertical vehicle limits or without disengaging, interrupting, or causing the vehicle to no longer be able to maintain the vertical state. Also, it is desirable that the vehicle cueing system cues a vehicle operator in a nondistracting and nonobstructing manner and minimize time required of the vehicle operator in monitoring vehicle instrumentation and aircraft performance.
Additionally, it is desirable that a vehicle cueing system operates in conjunction with existing vehicle control systems. For an aeronautical vehicle, relationships between a control inceptor position and corresponding vehicle response are control characteristics of the vehicle, which are carefully designed. Altering vehicle response characteristic can result in time consuming and costly testing of a vehicle and re-training of vehicle operators. Thus, a newly introduced vehicle cueing system should not significantly alter this relationship.
The present invention provides a method and system for cueing a vehicle operator as to maximum allowable longitudinal and lateral accelerations and decelerations that may be performed while maintaining a constant vertical state without disengagement therefrom.
The present invention provides a method for calculating maximum acceleration and decelerations (referred to as energy limits) that can be achieved on the longitudinal and lateral axes while maintaining a constant vertical state and not exceeding any vehicle limits related to the vertical axis. The energy limits on the longitudinal and lateral axes can be represented as minimum and maximum pitch and bank attitude limits.
The invention includes a method for commanding a desired vertical state and for determining the vertical axis inputs required to maintain the desired vertical state. In addition, the minimum and maximum vertical axis inputs are calculated. These values can be changing as vehicle flight conditions change. Two vehicle performance parameters should be determined, either analytically or experimentally, namely the amount that the vertical velocity will change in response to small changes in the vertical axis input, and the amount the engine or transmission torque will change in response to small changes in the vertical axis input. The maximum accelerations and deceleration are calculated using these identified vertical axis inputs and vehicle performance parameters.
Based on the determined information, the present invention can use two different calculations to determine the energy limits on the longitudinal and lateral axes. The first calculation is based on the equation of conservation of energy (the "energy method"). This method provides accurate calculations when the airspeed is not small. The second calculation uses the thrust required to balance gravitational forces for non-zero aircraft attitudes to calculate the energy limits on the longitudinal and lateral axes (the "attitude method"). The latter method is more appropriate for lower speed flight.
The present invention can be applied to a helicopter in several ways. The energy limits can be represented as stick limits and can be used to position tactile cues on the longitudinal and lateral control inceptors. The energy limits can be used to provide aural or visual cues to the vehicle operator, or to provide a stick shaker cue to the vehicle operator. The energy limits further can be used to limit the desired aircraft response in software that augments the inherent helicopter control response. (This is sometimes known as SAS for Stability Augmentation System). The energy limits can also be used to limit the aircraft commands in software that generates aircraft flight profiles (sometimes known as Mission Computer).
The present invention has several advantages over systems without energy limiting. If the energy limits are used to cue the vehicle operator using tactile, aural, or visual cues, the vehicle operator is better able to utilize the maximum available acceleration and deceleration of the vehicle while maintaining a desired vertical state. Such cueing also reduces the likelihood that the vehicle operator will exceed a vertical limit or fail to maintain the desired vertical state. This enables the pilot to spend less time performing in-vehicle tasks, such as monitoring instruments and vehicle performance, and more time navigating the vehicle, which decreases the chances for error.
If the energy limits are used in software to limit the desired aircraft response, or to limit the flight profile, then the desired aircraft response or flight profile can be programmed to use the maximum available acceleration and deceleration while maintaining a desired vertical state.
Another advantage of the present invention is that it relies only on parameters readily available in most aeronautical vehicles, such as helicopters. The minimum data that is required from aircraft sensors is torque, rotor speed, vertical velocity, pitch attitude and roll attitude. Other data that is available includes airspeed, and rate of change of altitude.
The vehicle controller determines a vertical inceptor position to maintain a vertical state. The controller positions the vertical inceptor or generates a signal to be summed in series with the vertical inceptor position or a combination of both to maintain the constant vertical state in response to the vehicle performance and operator inputs. The controller also determines the maximum and minimum vertical inceptor positions based on the vehicle limits. The allowable increase and decrease in the vertical inceptor before exceeding the maximum or minimum vertical inceptor positions is determined by the vehicle controller.
Using the principals of potential and kinetic energy, the allowable increase and decrease in the vertical inceptor position are related to the potential acceleration and deceleration on the longitudinal and lateral axes. An alternative method uses the relationship between the thrust required to maintain the vertical state and the gravitational force to relate the allowable increase and decrease in the vertical inceptor position to the maximum pitch or roll attitude of the vehicle.
The longitudinal and lateral acceleration and deceleration are directly related to the pitch and roll attitudes of the vehicle. Therefore the longitudinal and lateral acceleration and deceleration limits can be cued to the pilot as pitch and roll attitude limits. The pitch and roll attitude limits can be cued to the pilot through various methods including but not limited to tactile cues, aural cues, visual cues, and stick shakers. The pitch and roll limits can also be enforced by the vehicle controller without pilot intervention.
The present invention itself, together with further objects and attendant advantages, will be best understood by reference to the following detailed description, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
The following symbols are used to describe the derivation of the equations which are set forth below:
While the present invention is described with respect to a method and system for cueing a helicopter vehicle operator as to maximum allowable accelerations and decelerations that may be performed during a constant vertical state without disengagement therefrom, the present invention may be adapted for any type of aeronautical vehicle or system.
In the following description, various operating parameters and components are described for one constructed embodiment. These specific parameters and components are included as examples and are not meant to be limiting.
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Pulling up on the vertical control inceptor 18 causes the pitch of all the main rotor blades to increase equally and usually also increases the power output of the engine(s) 42. The result to the helicopter in normal flight is that the rate of climb is increased. Pushing down on the vertical control inceptor 18 has the opposite effect of decreasing the rate of climb.
The longitudinal and lateral control inceptor 22 is a single control inceptor with two degrees of freedom and controls the longitudinal and lateral attitude of the vehicle 12. Fore and aft motion causes the disk swept by the blades 40 to tip forward and aft, represented by arrow 44, resulting in the vehicle nose 46 pitching down and up. The longitudinal acceleration of the vehicle or aircraft 12 is directly related to the pitch attitude of the aircraft.
Left and right motions of the inceptor 22 causes the rotor disk and the helicopter to roll left and right represented by arrow 47. The lateral acceleration of the aircraft is directly related to the roll attitude of the aircraft.
The system 10 also includes various performance sensors 23 such as an airspeed sensor 24, one or more attitude sensors 26, and a torque sensor 28. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the attitude sensors 26 may be in the form of gyro sensors or in another form known in the art and include a pitch attitude sensor 30 and a roll attitude sensor 32, as shown. Various other vehicle performance sensors known in the art may be included in the system 10. The system 10 may also include one or more cueing devices 36 which may include, for example, other active control inceptors, heads up displays, visual and aural systems, stick shakers, or other cueing devices known in the art.
The flight controller 38 determines maximum allowable accelerations and decelerations while maintaining a constant vertical state without disengagement therefrom. The controller 38 generates a cueing signal and cues a vehicle operator as to pitch attitude limits and roll attitude limits, which relate to the maximum acceleration and deceleration limits. The pitch attitude limits and roll attitude limits correspond to positions of the control inceptor 22. The constant vertical states may include constant altitude, constant vertical velocity, constant flight path angle, or other constant vertical states known in the art.
The vehicle 12 may include rudder pedals 50 or other yaw controlling devices known in the art. Pressing on the rudder pedals causes the pitch on tail rotor blades 52 to decrease and increase, resulting in the vehicle 12 yawing right and left.
The above described inceptors and pedals also may be "mixed" such that when one inceptor or pedal is adjusted, inputs in series with one or more of the other inceptors and pedals may also be made through the vehicle electrical or mechanical systems. With these systems, each controller may make some input to actuators other than the primary actuator. For example, the controls may be arranged so that tail rotor blade pitch is increased automatically as the vertical control inceptor is pulled up.
The vehicle sensors 14, 20, and 23 may be of various types known in the art and may be in various locations on the vehicle 12. The sensors 23 may determine the current torque, current pitch and roll, longitudinal acceleration, lateral acceleration, vertical acceleration, current inceptor position, and other vehicle parameters known in the art. The torque sensor 28 may measure torque directly from the engine(s) 42, at a main shaft 56, or other locations.
An active control inceptor system may be used to adjust the inceptor force characteristics and/or to provide tactile cues. Active control inceptor systems are known in the art, and it is not necessary to describe one in more detail here. The tactile cue representations aid a vehicle operator by cueing the operator to the current inceptor positions for maintaining a desired vehicle state.
The flight controller 38 and the active control inceptor system are preferably microprocessor based such as a computer having a central processing unit, memory (RAM and/or ROM), and associated input and output buses. The controllers may be a portion of a central vehicle main control unit, an interactive vehicle dynamics module, or may each be stand-alone controllers as shown.
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Within the vehicle control path there exist multiple locations where the present invention may be applied and implemented. For example, the present invention can be implemented as limits on the desired vehicle performance path 80. This will allow the vehicle controller to bound the desired response. Alternatively, the acceleration limits can be applied as tactile cues on the control inceptors. The tactile cues have the additional benefit of bounding both the inherent control path as well as the augmented control path. Finally the acceleration limits can be cued to the vehicle operator as visual cues, aural cues or stick shakers. While this type of cueing will also have the benefit of bounding the direct and augmented control paths, it will require the vehicle operator to process and respond to the cues and therefore is not anticipated to be as effective as the other methods of implementing the acceleration limits.
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The calculations begin with the fundamental calculations of energy:
Taking the derivative of (1) yields:
The maximum allowable increase and decrease in the potential and kinetic energy can be related in derivative terms as follows:
Solving for the maximum or minimum allowable acceleration yields:
Equations (5) and (6) show how a potential change in acceleration or deceleration of the aeronautical vehicle is related to the potential change in rate of climb.
The calculation of the potential change in rate of climb can be estimated from the control margin for the vertical axis and the approximation of the vertical control sensitivity. Since both acceleration and deceleration capabilities are involved, both the potential increase and decrease in rate of climb need to be calculated:
Substituting Equations (7) and (8) into (5) and (6) gives the relationship between vertical controller parameters and allowable change in acceleration or deceleration:
The acceleration limits can be related to the pitch (or roll) attitude limits using:
Finally, calculating the maximum and minimum pitch (or roll) attitude:
Equations (12) and (13) work well when the aeronautical vehicle is moving relative to the air mass, but do not work well as the airspeed approaches zero because of the velocity term in the denominator. For flight near zero airspeed, the attitude method calculation is used which is based on the thrust required to balance the gravitational forces on the aircraft.
Utilizing Newton's laws of gravitation force, force F equals mass m multiplied by acceleration a, as shown in Equation (14):
Force F corresponds to thrust T from the blades 40, mass m is mass of the vehicle 12, and acceleration a is the acceleration of gravity g, as shown by Equation (15).
When thrust vector T is not aligned with gravitational vector g then pitch angle (or roll angle) is taken into account resulting in Equation (16):
Pitch attitudes and roll attitudes are not factored into Equation (16) at the same time, since pitch attitude limits are determined assuming that roll attitudes are unchanged and roll attitude limits are determined assuming that pitch attitudes are unchanged. Unchanged terms are cancel out.
Thrust T is related to torque Q of the engine(s) 42, which may be measured directly from the engine(s) 42 or indirectly at the shaft 56 or blades 40. Thrust T in relation to torque Q is represented by Equation (17):
C1 is a constant that cancels out when relating Equations (18) and (19) below. Substituting Equation (17) into (16) results in Equation (18):
Similarly, for maximum pitch attitude θmax related to maximum torque Qmax, Equation (19) is shown:
The effective torque ratio is defined by Equation (20):
Defining the effective torque ratio based on vertical inceptor limits provides a more accurate result then simply using the ratio of current torque to maximum torque. This is because other limits such as rotor speed and motor temperature are included and may be more restrictive than the maximum torque limit.
Relating the current vehicle state or Equation (18) to a state for maximum performance, corresponding to Equation (19), and canceling constants yields Equation (21):
Solving Equation (21) for the maximum pitch yields Equation (22)
The allowable change in pitch attitude may be calculated, as shown in Equation (23):
Substituting Equation (20) into Equation (23) yields Equation (24):
Equation (24) relates the maximum change in pitch attitude Δθmax to current pitch angle θ and the known vertical positions δc
Equation (24) may be solved for maximum roll attitude limit as well as maximum pitch attitude limit, substituting Φ for θ (i.e. substituting bank angle for pitch angle).
Equation (24) does not have a corresponding deceleration limit. Instead, the maximum pitch attitude θmax is valid for both longitudinal acceleration and deceleration changes. Likewise maximum roll attitude is valid for both starboard side and port side lateral acceleration changes.
The maximum allowable pitch attitude is calculated in step 104. The attitude method calculation provides an absolute limit for the pitch attitude instead of the allowable change in pitch attitude. The maximum attitude calculation is independent of the sign of the velocity terms.
For simplicity, the above stated equations and
In high speed flight, the forward longitudinal limit (associated with the maximum nose down or maximum acceleration) is allowed to move aft of the neutral position, as shown in line 166. The neutral position is associated with zero acceleration. The forward longitudinal limit moving aft of the neutral position is the equivalent of a deceleration command. This effectively cues the vehicle operator to trade airspeed for the ability to maintain the vehicle start. For a typical helicopter configuration, there is a speed of approximately 80 knots below which there is no steady state benefit to trading airspeed for the vertical state. Therefore, line 166 does not extend below this speed threshold.
In low speed flight in a traditional helicopter, the power required to maintain altitude decreases with airspeed up to the minimum power speed of approximately 80 knots. If there is not enough power to maintain altitude, the vehicle operator may have to trade some altitude to gain airspeed towards the minimum power speed. With increased airspeed, the aircraft may be able to maintain altitude. This invention can be used to assist the operator in this type of trading altitude for airspeed by always allowing a small acceleration during low speed flight as shown with line 162. Line 162 ends at the airspeed where there is no further benefit for trading altitude for airspeed.
In the event of a single engine failure in a dual engine helicopter while in low speed flight, the operator may suddenly be in a situation where a large amount of airspeed for altitude must be traded. Upon recognition of such a scenario by the vehicle control system, line 162 can be moved out to line 164, allowing the vehicle operator to make the larger trading of altitude for airspeed required to recover from a single engine failure.
In Step 120, the position of the vertical, longitudinal and lateral inceptors are measured by position sensors and inputted into the flight controller 38. The control inceptors may be manually adjusted by the operator or may be adjusted by a back drive or the cueing system 10.
In Step 122, the vehicle performance sensors generate vehicle performance signals to determine a current vehicle state. For example, the airspeed sensor 24 generates an airspeed signal, and the attitude sensors 26 generate pitch and roll attitude signals. Likewise, the torque sensor generates torque signals.
In Step 123, vehicle performance data is determined corresponding to a predicted response of the vehicle to small changes in vertical inceptor positioning including determining vertical velocity sensitivity and torque sensitivity. As known in the art, these sensitivity values may be determined using experimental data.
In Step 124, vertical inceptor positions are determined to maintain a desired vertical state, for maximum and minimum position limits for structural fatigue and aerodynamic limits, and for zero torque. The zero torque position may be determined by using the torque sensivity as described in Step 123.
In Step 126, calculations of pitch and roll attitude limits are made as specified in
In Step 128, calculation of pitch and roll attitude limits are made as specified in
In Step 130, the more restrictive of the limits selected in Steps 126 and 128 are selected. This is best seen in
In Step 132, a decision is made whether to perform software-limiting tasks. If software limiting is to occur, Step 133 is performed; otherwise Step 134 is performed. In Step 133, pitch and roll attitude limits are used for software limiting.
In Step 134, the controller 38 determines inceptor positions corresponding to the maximum and minimum allowable pitch attitudes and roll attitudes, using Equations (25) and (26):
Softstop positions are calculated from the inceptor position limits after compensating for other profile characteristics such as a deadband, static shaping, and others known in the art.
In Steps 135 and 136, limits are applied to the calculated longitudinal inceptor limits to allow the low speed trading of altitude for airspeed and the high speed trading of airspeed for a vertical state as shown in
In Step 138, the vehicle operator is cued to the longitudinal and lateral inceptor position limits. The most restrictive limits from the calculations in Steps 126, 128, 135, and 136 are selected. The limits can be cued to the pilot using tactile cues, stick shakers, visual cues, aural cues, or any other method of cueing known in the art.
The above-described steps are meant to be an illustrative example and the steps may be performed synchronously or in a different order depending upon the application. Also, the above-described steps illustrate an example for constant altitude. Other vehicle dynamic attributes may be applied using the present invention.
The present invention therefore provides a constant vertical state maintaining systems that cues a vehicle operator as to maximum and minimum pitch and roll attitudes that are allowable for a constant vertical state. The present invention converts vertical axis limits into longitudinal and lateral limits to provide a vehicle operator with better guidance as to the capabilities of a helicopter or other aeronautical vehicle. The present invention allows a vehicle operator to concentrate more on activity outside of an aircraft and less on instruments and internal vehicle tasks.
The above-described apparatus and method, to one skilled in the art, is capable of being adapted for various applications and systems including aeronautical vehicles and systems, control systems, cueing systems, or other applications or systems known in the art. The above-described invention can also be varied without deviating from the true scope of the invention.
While the invention has been described in connection with one or more embodiments, it is to be understood that the specific mechanisms, processes and procedures which have been described are merely illustrative of the principles of the invention, numerous modifications may be made to the methods and apparatus described without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims.
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DAEJEON, South Korea - Pope Francis called Friday for Catholics to combat the allure of materialism, an appeal that might be a hard sell in South Korea, a newly rich and hyper-competitive country.
DAEJEON, South Korea (AP) — Pope Francis called Friday for Catholics to combat the allure of materialism during his five-day trip to South Korea. In the newly rich and hyper-competitive country, that might be a hard sell.
SEOUL, South Korea — Pope Francis called Thursday for peace and unity on the war-divided Korean Peninsula and for both sides to avoid "fruitless" criticisms and shows of force, offering a message of reconciliation at the start of a five-day visit to South Korea that received a stark response from the North.
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Pope Francis called Thursday for renewed efforts to forge peace on the war-divided Korean Peninsula and for both sides to avoid "fruitless" criticisms and shows of force, opening a five-day visit to South Korea with a message of reconciliation as Seoul's rival, North Korea, fired five projectiles into the sea.
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Although North Korea declined an invitation to Seoul for the papal visit, Francis plans to reach out to North Korea during his five-day trip in a Mass for peace and reconciliation on the war-divided Korean Peninsula. But Pyongyang has a long history of making sure it is not forgotten during high-profile events in the South.
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Trawl boat association says government should discuss with it before taking decision
The Malpe Fishermen's Deep Sea Trawl Boat Association has objected to the statement of the Minister of State for Fisheries, Sports and Youth Services K. Abhayachandra Jain that bull trawling by deep trawlers would be banned in a fortnight.
Addressing presspersons here on Monday, president of the association Dayananda Kundar said that Mr. Jain had been misled by the Udupi MLA Pramod Madhwaraj and the Malpe Purse Seine Boat Fishermen's Association with regard to bull trawling. Bull-trawling was being done by about 73 foreign deep-sea trawlers with 10,000 HP engines, which had been given permission by the Union government. Though, bull-trawlers should be fishing beyond 12 nautical miles from seashore, they were fishing within the 12 nautical miles.
The trawlers from Malpe with 350 HP engines were engaged only in "middle water trawling".
The difference between bull-trawling and middle water trawling is that under bull-trawling, a net is spread between two trawlers from deep under the sea to the top and the fish are caught. Under the middle water trawling, the net is spread only from the middle of the sea water to the top. Hence, the question of decline of fish progeny did not arise at all in case of middle water trawling.
This middle water trawling was being done from August to October only because during this period the squids and ribbon fish were available in abundance.
If they were not caught, these fishes migrated. From November to June, all trawlers caught fish individually. "In the local language, this middle water trawling itself is called as bull-trawling," he said.
The Marine Product Export Development Authority (MPEDA), Kochi, was holding workshops in all coastal states and encouraging fishermen to take up middle water trawling. Karnataka earned between Rs. 2,000 crore to Rs. 3,000 crore due to exports of squids and ribbon fish.
There were about 1,400 mechanized boats at the Malpe fisheries harbour. Of these mechanized boats, 150 were small trawlers, 400 mid-level trawlers, 780 deep-sea trawlers and 106 purse-seine boats. The purse seine boats caught fish which moved in a group.
It was due to catching the fish in a group by the purse seine boats that traditional fishing or seashore fishing, known by names such as rampani, kairampani and others, had been adversely affected.
Nearly 30,000 persons were directly employed, while 70,000 persons were indirectly employed in trawler fishing.
Besides, several ice plants and businessmen were dependent on fishing done by trawl boats.
The State government was also not giving feasibility letters to the purse-seine boats.
The purse-seine boats were using 8 mm fishnets, which led to many small fish being caught, destroying fish progeny.
The 97 per cent of trawlers in Malpe could not be converted into purse-seine boats, but the seven per cent of purse-seine boats could be converted into trawlers with a little investment.
The association said that the State government should call a meeting of the fishermen working in trawlers and purse-seine boats and traditional fishermen before taking a decision to ban bull-trawling. The government should ban mechanised fishing for 50 days during the monsoon.
To protect fish progeny, the use of nets below 30 mm should be banned. The local fishmeal companies should purchase discarded fish from local fishermen than from other states.
The Union Government should make a uniform fisheries policy for all Coastal states, Mr. Suvarna said.


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Thread: WDYT of Sybella?
July 3rd, 2013 02:46 PM #16
I think it might get confused with Isabella but I'm not sure how often this would really happen. I think of it as a legitimate name. I saw it once on an old gravestone in a mid to late 19th century cemetery and thought it was a very pretty name.
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I think Sybella is okay. It's not ridiculously weird or hugely popular. It would definitely depend on what her middle name would be.~Tali~
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The Sea Ranch is a world-renowned primary and secondary home community along a 10-mile stretch of California's most breathtaking, beautiful coastline. The Sea Ranch is particularly famous for its strict architectural standards, following the motto 'building light on the land.' (Houses intentionally have unobtrusive sidings and modest appearance in order to optimally blend into the environment). Casa Pacis shares three lot lines with commons areas and the 4th with an undeveloped lot, which provides for exceptional privacy. The Sea Ranch territory includes tens of miles of private roads, many hiking trails, three recreation centers that are open to renters (free or charge), and a challenging 18-hole golf course. Features such as no street lighting, fences not to mark lot lines but only to shield cars from outside view, no overhead power lines, no sidewalks, and no roof-top antennas clearly differentiate Sea Ranch from normal 'suburbia.'
Located directly above the Sea Ranch's most beautiful sand dunes, at a cul-de-sac near 'Walk-on-Beach,' this cozy home has picturesque ocean views from every room. Our 'House of Peace' has large wrap-around decks and lots of privacy.
The 'Casa Pacis' home has approximately 1150 square feet of rented living area, including a view loft. It features ceramic tile floors and wall-to-wall carpets, as well as vaulted ceilings in all rooms. Large windows, comfortable furniture, a cozy conventional open fireplace, and decor will contribute to making your stay pleasant and memorable. The kitchen is well equipped with modern appliances. Enjoy the extra-large deck area with built-in hot tub (with ocean view), and the overall uniquely private yet close-to-ocean setting.
* This home is available year round, subject to prior reservations.
* Cleaning service and linens are provided.
* Refundable damage/security deposit is required for each rental.
* Rental occupancy limit is three adults.
* No Pets, no Smoking, no Children (exceptions possible).
* You will find more information and pictures in our specific website (see link below).
Keywords: House
Ever since we discovered The Sea Ranch in 1970, it remained our favorite vacation destination. The natural beauty is, every time anew, amazing. The climate at Sea Ranch is markedly warmer and sunnier than elsewhere on the Central California coast (from Monterey to Bodega Bay).
Klaus Heinemann purchased this house in 1982
We discovered Sea Ranch shortly after we had immigrated to this country, and immediately fell in love with it, probably because it reminded us in natural beauty of the Amalfi Coast in Italy and in climate of the German North Sea islands. We purchased our lot and built Casa Pacis in 1983 and enjoyed every minute of our numerous stays in this gorgeous environment ever since. It is remarkable that, even though many years passed since we first visited Sea Ranch, the unique character of this incredible place has been preserved. Including a serious renovation effort in 2010/2011, much of the interior and exterior is like new.
--- Close to ocean and ocean waves sounds;
--- unobstructed ocean views from everywhere inside;
--- lots of privacy, peaceful location
--- next buildings far away (undeveloped lots in front and back)
--- 200 feet from to desirable bluff trail
We only recently became aware of this wonderful "guest book" feature provided by VRBO/HomeAwayConnect.
Please also see our numerous guest book entries on our own, dedicated web site ("acviews") with regard to this property.
We hope to welcome you soon as new renters, or among the many guests who choose to come back to this charming chalet again and again.
We were celebrating our 20th anniversary and wanted to get away to somewhere quiet with a long weekend of relaxing walks, bike rides, reading on the beach, watching sunsets, and relaxing hot tubs. Had never been to Sea Ranch but can't wait to go back and Casa Pacis was the perfect place to stay. Casa Pacis is comfortable and well appointed. The sweeping views off the porch and hot tub were awesome, the walk to (one of the few good) beaches was 5 minutes. Being at the northern end of Sea Ranch, biking into Guala was very doable. Overall the perfect place in the perfect location. Would absolutely go back.
For those looking for true quiet and seclusion at the coast with the amenities of a full kitchen, hot tub, and fantastic ocean view, look no further than Casa Pacis. To be able to be peacefully on the deck gazing at the ocean one minute, then suiting up for a long bluff hike the next, then arriving back to cook a meal in the nicely equipped kitchen - well for us this was just a perfect place for what we sought. The owner, Klaus, is very responsive to questions and was always reachable quickly. We would absolutely stay again, and likely will!
We had a great week's stay at Casa Pacis with our two young children. The house is exactly as described on this site and the photos provide a very accurate picture of what you'll encounter in this cozy home. This was our first trip to Sea Ranch and we found this home to be ideally situated. It has an unobstructed view of the ocean and easy access to miles of hiking trails. Our twin girls loved having the freedom to run along the trails and were thrilled to see deer, jack rabbits and tons of birds around every corner.
Klaus, the owner, was very helpful. The logistics of renting the place were flawless. He obviously has a lot of experience answering every question you could possibly think of and some you probably couldn't. Between the information that he sent us before we arrived and the resources available in the house, we felt really well prepared to enjoy or time at Casa Pacis. We can't wait to return to Sea Ranch!
We've stayed several times here at Casa Pacis, and continue to enjoy the warm comfort of the house and the completely responsive stewardship of the owners to maintain the house in a very clean and comfortable condition. Klaus is extremely professional in making the rental arrangements and providing comprehensive rental information about both the house and the surrounding area.
The house itself is classic Sea Ranch, with some great features. First is its location: It sits alone with no near neighbors near the end of a cul-de-sac, so there is no traffic (not that there is much traffic anywhere in sea Ranch) but the location gives it great privacy. Second:It is very close to Walk-On Beach and the Bluff Trail, some of the best views and beaches in Sea Ranch. Finally: The house is very well equipped and stocked with things that make it both charming and convenient, from the gas BBQ (no need to bring briquets, etc) to grill your dinner, to the tandem bike, to the well-equipped kitchen, to -- well, you get the idea.
The house offers great views from the deck, bedrooms and living room, and the loft has a charming swing that is great for watching the sun set on clear days. We also saw a number of whales migrating north this year, while sitting on the deck.
The hot tub is a favorite spot to relax after a hike.
In short, we've always enjoyed Casa Pacis, and plan to return many more times.
This was our first time at Casa Pacis and it was everything advertised. The house is clean, well maintained and the owner is extremely responsive and prompt with every step of the transaction and communication. I have stayed many many times at The Sea Ranch and this house is ideally located. Very close to the bluff trails and a beach but far enough back that one doesn't feel they have to content with passers by if you want quiet and privacy. I enjoyed reading the FAQs and at first thought it cute and quaint but clearly they (the owners) have been asked and had to deal with just about everything so they make sure to try and cover it. Their attention to making sure you enjoy your stay is commendable and I would stay here again and they were a pleasure doing business with.
Casa Pacis is a nice (in the traditional and interesting Sea Ranch style), peaceful (away from other houses and distractions), and well-equipped (nicely provided kitchen, electronics, WIFI, etc.) house. The property is well maintained. Unfortunately, when my wife and I were at the house, we had a couple of problems – a window blind broke and we had objectionable heater noise in the master bedroom. The owner was responsive to correcting the problems, and I doubt other guests will be affected by them. The check-out housekeeping requirements were also a bit confusing and a burden for us, but the owner was open to receiving feedback. Within days, a clear and very fair new policy was implemented. It is reassuring that in addition to providing a nice place for guests, the owner is interested in their satisfaction and is responsive if problems arise.
A note on activities: The house is a good place to relax and get away from it all – it even has a small library of books. Outdoor possibilities are fantastic: Numerous walking/hiking trails that offer a variety of land and ocean settings. We saw whales, seals, pelicans, and deer on our walks. There is good street cycling because roads in the Sea Ranch complex are lightly traveled (guests can use a couple of bikes at the house, but we brought our own). We discovered hidden beaches and groves of woods here and there.
Tips: Bring slippers as the owner asks that outdoor shoes not be worn in the house. We liked this because the floors and carpets were very clean. Also be prepared to dress in layers: The weather changes almost daily (fog on some days and full sun on others – typical of the northern California coast). Know what California's seemingly most common native shrub-vine, poison oak (Toxicodendron diversilobum), looks like and avoid it. There is none on the property, but it crops up near trails. The Surf Supermarket in nearby Gualala on Hwy 1 doesn't look like much from the road, but we liked it a lot better than the Gualala Supermarket across the street. Check out the nice selection of local artisan breads at Surf.
Located on the Pacific Ocean Coast; hiking (10 miles ocean bluff trail, tens of miles meadow & hill-side trails with beautiful ocean views); Swimming (3 recreation centers with saunas and tennis courts); many miles of Sea Ranch internal roads with very little traffic are ideal for leisurely bike riding.
|Rate Period
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|Notes: Rates are based on 2 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest
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|Tax Rate
No children over 6 months and persons under 18 years permitted
* Cleaning charge is increased to $135 for "hotel-style" departure (renter washes our linens and towels used; refunds possible)
* 2-night minimum rental; 3 or more nights min. rental during Holiday Weekends;
* 7 nights for the price of 6; ask for mid-week specials; Senior Discount; "Last Minute Discount*
* Early check-in and/or late check-out possible if no other rental ends/starts on same day.
A $300 Reservation Deposit will hold your dates; Deposit will become refundable "Security Deposit" upon payment of Rental "Balance."
Deposit payment must be by major cc via PayPal -- NO PayPal account required.
Payment of "Balance" (rent + tax + cleaning fee) is due 30 days prior to rental date and may be by check or PayPal.
For specials and opportunities see our website link (acviews.com).
Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (USD) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.
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- Use Le Plume marker to trace chipboard front and back chipboard flower shapes on wrong side of patterned paper. Trace circle and circle opening from third piece of patterned paper square. Cut all out with scissors.
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- Print the poem below on pink cardstock. Trim and ink edges with brown ink. Layer poem, heart, flower and circle for flower center and glue to front of large flower.
- Color skewer with red Garden Craft marker. Insert into flower and secure with glue if desired. Place candies through opening of flower to fill. Close flower with glue dot.
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Terragon develops and commercializes innovative technologies and practices needed to enable habitats to treat their waste locally and safely in order to recover valuable resources to be reused at the site where waste is generated. Terragon researches and engineers highly innovative waste treatment systems which anyone can operate safely, economically and without special ...
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CSRwire is the only platform service devoted solely to corporate social responsibility (CSR) issues. CSRwire provides access to a targeted audience of investors, consumers, and employees who consider corporate social responsibility policies and practices in their investment, purchase, and career decisions.
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based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA (CANADA)
Aquatic Informatics provides software solutions that address critical water data management and analysis challenges for the rapidly growing environmental monitoring industry. Aquatic Informatics is focused on providing solutions to a range of different customer groups including federal, state/provincial or local government departments, hydropower operators, mining ...
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based in Dubuque,, IOWA (USA)
Unison Solutions, Inc. started as an energy services company specializing in distributed generation. Through our experience installing and servicing biogas fueled Capstone MicroTurbines, we developed a knowledge of biogas behavior and its thermal properties. Because of our desire for dependable gas conditioning equipment, that was not available in the market place, Unison ...
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Hydroacoustic Technology Inc. (HTI)
based in Seattle, WASHINGTON (USA)
HTI manufactures hydroacoustic (sonar) fisheries research equipment, specializing in acoustic tags, acoustic tag receivers and active hydroacoustic systems. We also conduct hydroacoustic research in oceans, lakes, and rivers, and at hydropower dams, estuaries, shipping locks, or anywhere an accurate assessment of fish abundance or behavior is required. Fisheries ...
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Candy Jack
Strain type: Hybrid, I/S (Indoor)
Sensory Experience: Medium body stone, mental euphoria
Taste/smell: cotton candy, floral, light dank
You'll be blown away by this unbeatable cross of Jack Herrer
and Cotton Candy. Just like it's name, the smell of the
flowers is pure candy sweetness, with just a hint of
kushy-dank underneath. The smoke is as sweet as the smell,
smooth and creamy.The indica characteristics are immediatly apparent, the
buzz starting in the brain and trickling all the way down
to the feet, spreading relaxation and calm. As the flowers
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you awake and off the couch. "Dessert weed" is a great
way to describe these flowers, an excellent way to finish
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• Nycci Nellis wrote on Twitter that Il Mulino, an Italian restaurant in DC with roots in New York, closed Tuesday after three years in business. The restaurant, which was at 1110 Vermont Avenue, Northwest, posted really over-the-top prices that made it a pre-recession relic.
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The Elkin Police Department charged a suspect who was allegedly involved in a coordinated scheme to siphon money from a victims bank account.
According to Chief Monroe Wagoner, the Elkin Police Department received a complaint that a person living in Elkin was part of a scam which involved taking the credit card account of the victim.
"The suspect would then max out the victims account, purchasing various items, selling those items then sending the money overseas," said Wagoner.
Officers with the Elkin Police Department executed a search warrant at 109 Lauren Drive in Elkin and seized various items including computers and receipts.
Teresa Swaim Edmonds, 53, Elkin was charged with identity theft and is currently in Surry County Jail under a $25,000 secured bond.
"Investigation in this case is continuing and other possible victims are trying to be located," said Wagoner.
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12", 1/2" C inside x 1/2" MSPS - Frost-Proof Sill Cock (Lead Free)
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worked great
i had to enlarge the hole through the sill cause i attached the pex fitting and pipe and pushed it all through from the outside. that kept me from fishing around in a tight,...Read complete review
i had to enlarge the hole through the sill cause i attached the pex fitting and pipe and pushed it all through from the outside. that kept me from fishing around in a tight, spider filled basement ceiling. siliconed up inside the hole, screwed the faucet to the house, piece of cake. works great.
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I got the 8", 1/2" C inside x 1/2" MSPS - Frost-Proof Sillcock (Lead Free)working great. But when I got the 12", 1/2" Sillcock it is not the same as the picture and look cheaper.
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By john
from Bear, DE
Comments about 12"", 1/2"" C inside x 1/2"" MSPS - Frost-Proof Sill Cock (Lead Free):
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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By The Cook
from Southern Ohio
Comments about Matco-Norca 8"", 1/2"" C inside x 1/2"" MSPS - Frost-Proof Sill Cock (Lead Free):
This was a hard to find item. Quality was great, Price was great and shipping was fast!
By JEFF
from VOLUNTOWN, CT
This is an excellent freeze proof hose bib. Easy to install and works as advertised.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
By new homeowner / first time plumber
from brockton, ma
Good Quality, Good service,
By Al
from Bushnell, Florida
Comments about 10", 1/2" C inside x 1/2" MSPS - Frost-Proof Sill Cock:
The valve is exactly as pictured. This is what is desired. The only little difference between what I replaced and the new one is the distance between the mounting screws. This is insignificant. The valve as received didn't leak and works extremely well.
Great product, service, delivery
By I'm no plumber
from Va
Product is just what I needed, arrived quickly, installed simply. Best of all, great price!
By Dan
from Michigan
Comments about 12", 1/2" C inside x 1/2" MSPS - Frost-Proof Sill Cock:
After installing have a leak behind the large nut near the handle. Hope I can fix it with some teflon tape. Does anyone do quality control anymore?!!
Great Value
By Mike
from Maine
Comments about 8", 1/2" C inside x 1/2" MSPS - Frost-Proof Sill Cock:
I purchased two of these and the gasket on one was damaged when I received it. I contacted Matco-Norca and they immediately sent me out a replacement.
I will buy this product again.
By Mark
from Colorado
Great price, quality product.
Good quality, great price
By Jm
from West Stockbridge, MA
Works as it should, very nice finish quality, low price, "feels" secure turning off, easily rebuildable in the future.
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Opposition leader Mir Hossein Mousavi was a prime minister in the early days of the Islamic Republic, and was held in high regard by Khomeini. One of Mousavi's advisors, Dr. Alireza Beheshti, is a relative of Ayatollah Mohammad Beheshti, one of Khomenei's closest confidantes. Last week Hassan Khomeini reportedly visited Beheshti's home, a clear and public sign of support.
Criticism of the regime cuts deepest when it comes from the family of their revered leader, and the regime does strike back. In September state-backed news outlets IRNA and Keyhan attacked Hassan Khomeini for appearing to support the opposition and cooperating with "behind-the-scenes elements," or critics of the regime.
"You truly have a situation where the revolution is eating itself up and eating its young if it is going after the descendents of someone who is seen as the heart of the revolution," said Parsi.
The role of Ayatollah in the Islamic Republic, he added, has meant that Khomeini the symbol is more important than the individual himself.
"It's important to be able to control the use of that symbol, and that's where the government has a problem, because the family members will have some say over the definition. And their definition is diverging."


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Blue Republican or Red Democrat? The rEVOLution Crosses Party Lines
The newest and fastest growing political grouping in the USA is driven by the idea that the problems that are facing the nation today have been caused not just by the Left wing or the Right wing, but by the mainstream of both parties, which have for years been eliminating our civil rights, sponsoring and benefiting from a crony corporatist economic system, and operating a militaristic foreign policy, seemingly to the benefit of a military industrial complex more than that to the benefit of the nation.
This growing group of anti-Republicrats are mostly young people who've been educating themselves about their nation and its workings – rather than relying on the typically dull mainstream media that continue to filter events through the mistaken ideas that the Democrats and Republicans have fundamentally different political perspectives, and that on any particular issue, one of the parties will know the best political direction for the nation.
In 2012, most of these post-partisan Americans who say to America's political duopoly, "Pox on both your houses", are supporting Ron Paul for president, even though very many of them have never before identified Republican.
Ron Paul Stock or secede and join China
I joke privately with my Liberty friends that Georgia should secede from the U.S. and join China to cap off the support for Government control. Every day there are new cameras going up at intersections all over Atlanta. On July 1st our state will succumb to the 2005 Real ID Act http://www.dds.ga.gov/sec.... Ben Swann reported on the GOP support for the NDAA this week. And every Republican congressman from Georgia voted for CISPA.
Oklahoma: Time to follow the Rules
There comes a point where a stand must be taken. Organizations are governed by Rules just as society is ruled by Laws. As a Republican, I hold the Rules of the Republican Party in high regard. When they are violated it must be addressed, or else we have anarchy and chaos. These are not small things. They are the very structural foundation of our political party. Without these Rules, we are a mob.
If You Meet The Buddha On The Road, Kill Him
A parable, in which you may (or may not) find meaning.
I have heard the phrase,"If you meet the Buddha on the road, kill him!," many times. Can you explain this?
It actually comes from an old koan attributed to Zen Master Linji, (the founder of the Rinzai sect). It's a simple one:
"If you meet the Buddha, kill him."
I'm sure you already realize that it's not literal. The road, the killing, and even the Buddha are all symbolic.
Ron Paul, Disappointment and Distributed Power
It's Romney's to Lose: Here's How He Does It
Many of Ron Paul's supporters are currently abuzz with a letter that was written by Jennifer Sheehan, the RNC's legal council in 2008, which appears to state that no state delegate to the GOP convention is bound by his state to vote for a particular candidate. The excitement derives from the fact that if it were true, an outright Romney victory in the first round of voting at the convention in Tampa would be rather unlikely. But if it is not true - and I am sure the GOP will change rules if necessary to make it untrue - there may be just as much excitement to be had in the possibility of something that is rather more in the control of Paul's supporters.
It's the big "What if?" question that the letter begs but that few have asked.
What if Paul's supporters just ignore the binding rules and vote their consciences? What if, in Tampa, all those Paul supporters who are bound by state rules to vote for Romney put the ball firmly back in the GOP's court, and say, "Your move"?
One's first reaction might be to point out that if that were possible, it would have happened before.
But that would be a mistake. The GOP is now in uncharted territory.
Oklahoma State GOP Convention: Personal Reflections
Doug Wead "We are not out, We are Up!" The fight has just begun!
Doug Wead Senior advisor to the Ron Paul 2012 campaign joins Daily Paul Radio with Kurt Wallace for 'Doug Wead 'We are not out, We are Up!' The fight has just begun!' to discuss today's email from the Ron Paul campaign and the media spin that Ron Paul has ended his campaign. Doug also explains the reasons for the campaign allocating resources to win this primary election with the delegate strategy and the need for help to fight the corruption state by state.
Ron Paul Has Not Quit: It's the Delegates, Dummy
For at least a year, Ron Paul has been ignored by the media and has been dealing with that resoundingly well. In a move that will give him a little attention in the media – since it fits the message that is often echoed of Mitt Romney being the GOP nominee – Ron Paul announced today in a letter to supporters that he will not campaign for the popular vote in states that have yet to held their primaries.
In his under-reported IDD strategy ("It's the Delegates, Dummy"), Paul has focused on the fact that presidential nominees are chosen by delegates, not by popular vote. Paul's campaign has focused to date especially on states that allow committed Republican Party members to have a greater voice in the process. States like Iowa, Nevada, Maine, Louisiana, Washington, and Colorado have been states where Paul supporters have made tremendous inroads in winning party leadership positions and being influential in the national delegate selection process. While many states have yet to finish the delegate selection process, it increasingly looks like Paul could dominate the nationwide delegate process called long ago in Romney's favor.
The Best of Alex Castellanos
Alex Castellanos, TV commentator for CNN gives his views on redistribution of wealth. Castellanos says that if politicians had to take the money from the citizens personally, they would not be so enthusiastic about redistributing wealth. He thinks that if we let people keep their own money and decide how to spend it, they will do a better job than the government. He explained that the government is far away from the decision-making and therefore, can not make efficient decisions. Finally, he is in favor doing anything we can to reduce and mitigate redistribution of wealth.
Gold: A Most Civilized Investment
The week before last, Warren Buffett's right-hand man and Berkshire Hathaway's vice chairman, Charles Munger, told CNBC, "Gold is a great thing to sew into your garments if you're a Jewish family in Vienna in 1939... but I think civilized people don't buy gold; they invest in productive businesses."
Freedom to what end? Leave the guys at Mitt Romney Central alone.
I just unpublished a thread, by a DPer called "chabotjo." The thread, which received a net positive 8 votes (only one vote against) reads, in its entirety:
Banned At Romney Chat After 1 Comment! Wooo Hooo!
I wrote, "I have been a Romney supporter for a long time, but him not being able to manage the delegat process is certainly raising my eyebrow."
When I tried to post again. Banned. LOL What turd burglers. Just needed to say that!
Who is to blame? What do we do?
Jerrol LeBaron
Founder, Honor In Office
Executive Producer, Fools on the Hill
Our country is not the nation it once was. We can no longer guarantee the American Dream, and we are no longer a beacon of hope to the rest of the world. America's torch is dimming.
Not Mitt
There are those who would have you believe that Mitt Romney is overwhelming choice of Oklahoma Republicans. 72% of Oklahoma Republicans voted for "not Romney" on March 6th, also known as Super Tuesday. That is a significant number of voters who reject the former Governor of Massachusetts. As other candidates have fallen away, only one man stands against the tide: Ron Paul.
Battle for Oklahoma - 2nd Congressional District Chair Attacks!
But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security. – from the Declaration of Independence
A long train of abuses continues. "Elements" within the Republican Party continue to abuse their position, to the gain of one candidate over another. This time, both a Tea Party group and the Ron Paul campaign are accused of trying to "takeover" the Republican State Convention. A few points:


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Memorial pendant : Captain A J Shout
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The pendant is circular, the front comprising a plastic coated disc which may originally have been a lapel badge. Printed in red and blue on this are the words 'CAPTAIN A.J.SHOUT V.C. D.C.M. MEMORIAL SOUVENIR' within a Laurel wreath. Around the edge is a gilded metal rope border. At the top is a filagree design with a rose gold suspender. The reverse is hand engraved 'N.S.W. BOOKMAKERS. ASSOCIATION. Presented to MRS A.J. SHOUT 20:9:16'.
Pendant presented to the widow of Captain A J Shout. Alfred John Shout was born in Wellington, New Zealand on 7 August 1881. He was in South Africa when, as an eighteen year old, he joined the Border Horse and later served with the Stellenbosch District Mounted Troop and the Cape Colonial Forces. Shout was Mentioned in Despatches for an action on 29 January 1901 at Thabaksberg where he 'displayed great courage and assisted in keeping men together. Under a heavy fire he brought out of the firing line a wounded man - and took him to a place of safety', and was soon promoted to Queen's Sergeant. Shout himself was wounded in the chest during his Boer War service but made a full recovery. He chose to remain in South Africa at the end of hostilities, becoming a sergeant in the Cape Field Artillery in 1903 and marrying Australian-born Rose Howe in Cape Town in 1905. Their daughter Florence was born soon afterwards. The Shouts emigrated to Sydney in 1907, where Alfred was employed as a carpenter at Resch's Brewery.


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CHENNAI: The Narcotics Intelligence Bureau CID police seized 500 grams of heroin worth about Rs. 50 lakh in the international market from a three-member gang at Tuticorin on Monday.
According to a release issued by Inspector General of Police and Head of Anti-Narcotic Task Force, I. Raja, a special team led by Deputy Superintendent of Police, K. Venugopal, intercepted a motorcycle on the Beach Road. Three persons travelling in the two-wheeler K. Marimuthu (32), R. John Paul alias Balan (28) and R. Jesu Antony Vinoth alias Vinoth (28) of Tuticorin were interrogated. Marimuthu was found to be in possession of a packet containing the heroin.
The accused told police that R. Aldrin of Thangachi Madam had given them the contraband. The trio was produced in a special court and remanded in judicial custody.
In another case at Ramanathapuram, the police arrested three persons and seized 500 grams of heroin from them. — Special Correspondent


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CHATEAUNEUF Pepper Mill (9 inch)
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Chateauneuf Pepper Mill:
- Wild cherry finish accented with stainless steel
- Crushing mechanism designed to specifically grind peppercorns
- Patented grind adjustment, found at the base of the mill, has six predefined grind settings from powdery-fine to very coarse
- Measures 9½ inches in height
- Hand wash only
Grinding mechanism has manufacturer's lifetime guarantee.
Material: Beechwood/stainless steel
Brand: Peugeot
Origin: France