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While I dont know anything about Jason, game designers have to start somewhere and if only experienced game designers could make games we wouldnt have any. Once in a while someone really talented actually comes out and makes a great first game.
That is however something pretty rare, but happens. Kaplan, lead designer on Titan now is a good example, he was just a player in the same guild as Blizzard Ceo Morhaime when the guy with the idea for Wow quit from Blizzard (Strain, he have since founded ANET and Undead labs) and got the job on a fluke. Like Wow or not, but he made a pretty good job anyways on his first game.
I am just saying that talent is more important here than experience, some lead designers have made many games but nothing good while others make hit after hit.
Just having no experience is not a good reason to boycot a lead designer. But the same thing does not go for lead programmer, if Grredmonger got an inexperienced guy there as well it is time for concerns, bad programming have killed of more MMOs than anything else and a good lead programmer needs both experience and talent, and lots of both. In a perfect world is the lead designer also a good programer (as Strain is) but few have talents for both.
My point is that Jasons ideas and how good he is to listens to his teams ideas is the important things here, not what he worked with in the past. And that any MMO without a good lead programmer will go down the drain no matter how great ideas it have.
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There's a reason why companies need Kickstarter: they're fresh and new in the industry, they need the money to continue, the publicity, which in the end gives experience that will help and strenghten their decisions in future game development. Game designs is a business and an art that require a certain personality, mindfulness and imagination to fully master. I dont give a #!3"$ if he or she doesnt have a game degree, as long as there's will and we've seen that from the videos so far. There are so many more companies and devs that are in this exact position on Kickstarter, heck there's even more low budget projects that arn't even on Kickstarter in the first place. I spent 3600 dollars over a two year time period on a F2P (buy to win) low budget MMORPG for five years ago, and I had a blast the two years before it shut down. No MMORPG has managed to catch their systems and flavor so far, while they at the same time had their own errors.
GM devs have done a fairly good job defending their product and job in this thread, because that's what OP is doing, trying to hinder them and for what reason. No matter what you pick on you'll never have the full overview because you're not in their shoes, you havent seen everything. Give them a figthing chance.
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Joined: 2/25/11
I'm not going to weigh in on either side of the argument; I just wanted to make a quick point. Many of these replies focus around who is qualified for what. Many people defending Jason are using examples of success stories of those whom weren't particularly qualified. I'm just going to say that citing something that is an exception, and not the rule, isn't a good defense. Yes, there are successful people who've had no experience or training in the field, but not many. He may or may not make the best game ever, and his inexperience may not dictate failure, but it's not a boon either. Though, I will admit that it's... refreshing (for lack of a better word) to see someone who is more like a gaming peer on the development side. Many gamers that I talk to feel that they are sitting on the winning lotto for gaming ideas, and it's interesting to see someone finally put that to the test. Jason is a PR guy, and he's aware that bad publicity is still publicity. He's not out to scam anyone, and I wish him luck.
It isn't citing an exception, it points to fact that no education can make you successful as "success" is nothing that can be thought at school.
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Joined: 2/25/11
I don't believe that I said anything about school. Qualifications can be anything where you have demonstrated your abilities. The issue that people have been bringing up is that Jason hasn't. How many people create successful games on their first go? Not many. I'm not saying that it doesn't or can't happen, but some people on here are making it seem that training and experience count for nothing, when it does. It's like if you applied for a job, and in the interview, you're asked what your experience is, and you have none. No one's saying that you can't do the job, but it certainly makes you less qualified. If you even listen to game developers that have made it big, they still talk about how much they learn with each project. Again, I'm not saying it can't be done, but listing the occasional success story isn't a defense. But don't get me wrong, I do support this project, because I like indie games. I regularly support Kickstarter, and it's cool to see someone that's able to make a game that he/she is passionate about.
Originally posted by Mogus
Sorry, I shortened your post as not to have a giant wall or text from a large post. Thanks for your personal reply, but I will correct you one thing from the git-go. I have no ulterior motives, and the truth that sort of bugs me is that isn't the first time I have heard you used that phrase. You come across a bit of a conspiracy theorist sometimes, like in the video you said "People don't want to see us succeed" and that there's "jealousy" involved. Do you think I'm a mole sent in from EA Games? Rockstar? Bizzard? I guess that's one theory, but to me personally I don't really understand what why you think that.
Let's say I didn't (hypothetically, please, this is hypothetical), why would I donate to your kickstart, and then make this post? What do I gain from seeing a possible game failure? I really can't see any possible advantage, messing with someone's career and life is far pass "trolling." That isn't my agenda. That isn't my intent. I just am trying to say that just because someone may dislike yourself, the game, or how you act doesn't mean that they're jealous or want to see you fail. That's a very large leap and assumption-- which you seem so keen on being against, yet you make several yourself in your post (I won't pick each one out).
I thank you for posting your career history, but you also sort of avoided a lot of my other points and just filled you post up with unrelated stories of your job experiences. That's fine, I mean I understand what you're getting at, but you also avoided a lot of my major other points.
Secondly, no I no longer play Wurm, it's been months. So no, I am not his/her friend, and I am not here to defend her. I donated to Kickstart fund before you ever made those posts there. Do I agree with Brash's post? I don't know, I think it was a bit offensive to a degree, but you must also realize they're only REPLIES, she never STARTED the threads. She only gave her insight and opinions on the game, and then said she wasn't following the game. It all seemed fairly mature to me, With no bias I believe she/he was only expressing her reasons why she wasn't interested in the game, as any reviewer of a game would. I don't like WoW because I feel it's very easy, it's a dumbed down version since the original '04 release, with too many expansions. Just because I don't like it and state my reasons isn't a call for Blizzard to come after me, as you did with him/her.
Do you think it's mature and proper to go to another community's forum -- using 2-3 different accounts at that -- even going to as far as to threaten him/her with a lawsuit? That crosses boundaries professionally and as a human being. Now you say:
"I am a stern but fair guy and no, I'm not your typical "suit". I'm big, I am blunt and believe it or not, brutally honest. You may not always like what I say and I may not always have all of the answers, but I'm also aware of the fact that like you, I'm merely human and the only way to grow is to admit faults and work through them while fixing mistakes made and keep moving forward. What I don't know, I learn."
I respect that, you're your own person, we all are. Not many agree with me here with my reasons, and some do. That's how it is. It's a bit funny though for someone who is "blunt and brutally honest" you seem to have issues with myself being blunt and brutually honest, and accuse me of a hidden agenda. That hard to believe there's two personalities alike? I appreciate honesty, but being honest doesn't excuse your actions in your posts and attacks on other gaming community's forums. That was out of line, and what you may think was Brash's actions that caused $8000+ lose, I can assure you my $50 was because of your actions against them.
I strongly advise you look into a Public Relations manager. Someone to speak on your behalf, someone who can handle themselves professionally and respectfully to even "trolls" and dislikers of Greed Monger. If you're going to have an MMORPG you're going to want to appear at least organized and respectable, not like it's ran by a group of goons who invade other's forums. I don't in anyways think you're a bad evil person who is scamming -- [b]and I never said that[/b], nor implied it. I do think you are set in making the MMORPG and game, and I don't think it's a scam, just poorly orchestrated. This is only my opinion, Jason, don't take it to heart if you don't wish to. I am saying for myself, as an investor of games, and lover of games, I want to be sure that everyone acts accordingly and professional. Do you think for the public image your acitons were justified and well-handled? I don't even think you would say they were, and that's FINE, that's okay, we make mistakes. The problem is sometimes when you make mistakes, Jason, I am not quite sure you really realize that you don't apologize.
For example, you lied to us about Facebook Likes. You used fake people to boost your numbers. Does this hurt anyone? Not really. Did you fabricate the truth to falsely advetise? Yes, you did, you lied to us. Then when confronted about it, did you apologize? No, you just said, "Who cares?" Well I care, Jason, as an investor I want you to be honest with us. You were only honest after you were caught and publicly called out upon it, you didn't come forward with this information -- it was discovered. That's my qualm, is that you realize mistakes, acknowledge them, but only make excuses for doing them and never really take responsibilty for them.
I think next time you need to think before you react. Your post here is better, at least it's not offensive and rude. I think you made a few assumptions, as did I, and were a bit hypocritical at times, but overall you seem to of actually put thought into this post before just going off like you did before.
I appreciate your time to address my concerns, but I am sorry if you are clouded in believing I am sitting here with secret agendas and hoping to see you fail. That's not what I am after. Thanks for your time and reply.
What people and posts are you referring to? I assumed you were talking about degrees and formal education remarks in OP and what people commented on.
However, my point still applies.
Note: I am not defending J. Appleton, just discussing the reasoning.
I don't ever state that Jason needed a game design degree to be successful. I merely commented that he doesn't have one, nor any real experience in developing MMORPGs or games. Does that by any means that he can't actually construct a game successfully? No, of course not. He may very well go on to make a great game and make millions and have a #1 game of 2013. We all know Minecraft come out of the blue (though Notch notably had a long history of game developing).
I was just commenting that I think Jason's lack in game design and game development shows, and to me, personally, that this is a phase for him to add to a long list of career choices and jobs. I think it shows in the way he posts, acts, and responds to people. Could I tell you any the other developers of Greed Monger? Nope, not one, because they're quiet and behind the scenes quietly working for a good game, where as Jason is more upfront, vocal, and even hostile sometimes to a degree -- and I think if he had more experiecne he wouldn't act as such.
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Guys the people trashing greed monger are a defunk team of indie devs that had a kickstarter and it failed and now that greed monger is succeding they want him to fail. I am not giving proof and not giving names but i know this to be the truth and brigander is one of the the guys so anything else you see about jason is all jealousy that they failed and he isn't. Sorry guys that nobody liked your idea! BUT STFU NOBODY CARES I HOPE YOU GET THE SHIT BEAT OUT OF YOU FOR WHAT YOUR TRYING TO DO.
I think part of your misunderstanding is that you don't really understand what Lead Designer's role is...
Lead Designer is responsible that production team will deliver what it is supposed to deliver.
Their skills lies mostly elsewhere than factual knowledge.
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Joined: 7/05/11
Sandbox is your only hope for a decent mmo ;)
No point in this really. If the game comes out and does well, then good for them. If it bombs, then its on them and you can rub it in their face. But even the little man can sometimes make you do a double take. Its good they are trying, it might not be how you would do it, but atleast someone is attempting to make a decent sandbox.
I like many aspects of this game minus the plots they are selling (dont mind the price, just the limits on them), and the graphics are old school. But a decent game will over-shadow all of that.
And to the devs of greed monger..... stay true to your word and make a good game. Dont change for the whiney people, and good luck!
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just for the sake of argument and my being tired of the on going assumptions of my aptitude, let's just say that you are all right, I'm wrong in defending myself against all of the accusations, attacks on me personally (not a made up avatar), and anything else anyone would like to assume.
At this point, it doesn't matter.
When the game is done, you will be able to judge the game.
Until you've met me, know me, have worked with or for me, anything you all assume is just that. Assumptions. I've seen so many of my words twisted out of context or just plain re-arranged that at this point I've accepted the fact that when you put yourself out there, people with nothing better to do will just start a witch hunt because it keeps them busy on their computers and apparently provides a sense of accomplishment when they've been able to get others to agree. It's kind of sad, but hey, to each their own.
I can be an asshole. Everyone that has ever worked for me knows this. I am also one of the most caring and generous people I know which most people will also tell you. I am demanding at times because I expect people to work as hard as I do. I've created many jobs in my time already and I've built many careers for people. I've made people mildly famous on a national level and I've had some failures. The point is, for every one of my faults, I have 5 positive attributes and the bottom line is, I get things done and have proven to be able to find accomplishment and success in just about anything I set my mind to.
Some people don't like that. *shrugs*
All the best to you.
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Joined: 3/25/07
just wanna add, other then having to see Mogus' ugly mug on a regular basis, hes been pretty straight forward and open. I will let the game speak for itself
Originally posted by Mogus
I read this post and just shrug, I don't really think you answered or reflected upon any my points, and I am left to wonder if you really even read my reply. That sounds a bit mean, but this is just scribbles of random vague stuff. I know I don't know you, nor met you, but that doesn't change my opinion. Do you not want to know how to make your game better? Do you know want to know why people may of left funding your kickstart? I would think as a developer you would want insight, but you kind of just replied with some... I don't know really what to even call it.
I am not saying you're wrong to defend youself, Appleton, but there's a time and place. Know that -- it's wordly advice, time and place. No one joined Greed Mongers forum and openly insulted your game, career, and questioned your tactics. The point is that you went to a totally different website's forums and lashed out at their community, making several forum accounts, and threatened to even SUE one person. I don't need to know you to know how you act by that. You're very right that you may be generous and a nice person, but look at it from my perspective. You say "it's kind of sad" to me, but in honesty how you portray yourself in interviews and on other's forum is sad to me. It makes me think you're some troll more than a developer.
I don't know your history or career, all I know is by your online actions, and if that's all I saw what am I to conclude? Public relations and time and place. I hope for the best in your game, and gaming success, but I just hope you go about it the right way above and beyond all. I don't think you're bad person, I don't think you're a scammer. Yes, you may be a bit hostile and aggressive, but that doesn't mean you must be like that in the public eye always. I respect honesty, I want a developer who is honest and open with good communication, but there's a difference between that and being too forward and aggressive.
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I guarantee if Mogus offered these haters a job, they would jump at the opportunity without doubt......unemployment spawns trolls....
Originally posted by Talketzanto
I don't really understand what this has to do with anyone? I'm not seeking employment at GM, and I have a career already. I don't really get how you link unemployment and trolling, but to each their own. I guess you must be unemployed.
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Joined: 10/06/09
Maybe it would settle things down if an experienced, professional game designer got on board to help out. Maybe someone like Derek Smart would bring the calm and disciplined touch that would soothe the people concerned about the current leadership.
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Joined: 10/24/10
This is one of those "damned if you do, damned if you dont" sorta things. I suggest getting a model of a scantily clad lady and demo some jiggly parts animations to soothe the backers.
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Joined: 11/14/11
Originally posted by Brigander
But why do you care what hes doing? Give him your real name and where you work and let him troll you for a month....see how much you like it...
I give him more props for trying to build a game out of passion, rather then because he went to school for it
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iTunes Remote (also known simply as Remote) is a software application developed by Apple Inc. for iOS devices that allows for remote control of Apple TV or iTunes library in an area with Wi-Fi connectivity using the proprietary Digital Audio Control Protocol (DACP).[1] It is currently available as a free download from the App Store for iOS devices such as the iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad. For the system to work, a pairing link must be created between the Remote app on the IOS device and the Apple TV or the computer containing the iTunes library.
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- ^ "About Remote app for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch". Apple. Retrieved 2013-09-16.
- ^ Ricker, Thomas (2008-07-10). "Apple's Remote: turns your iPhone into a WiFi remote control". Engadget. AOL. Retrieved 2008-07-14.
- ^ Bohon, Cory (2008-07-10). "Apple TV 2.1 update goes live, adds MobileMe support". The Unofficial Apple Weblog. AOL. Retrieved 2008-07-14.
- ^ "Apple media center patent: iPod connectivity?". LoopRumors.com. 2007-04-12. Archived from the original on 2007-04-16.


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Chest Pain Left Side
When you experience chest pain left side along with unpleasant physical sensation, you feel psychological anxiety because you naturally link the idea of chest pain with heart disorder. Your assumption is reasonable because chest pain of diverse intensity is really a symptom of heart diseases, yet it isn't necessarily a sign of a heart attack and, therefore, the causes of chest pain left side need to be studied more profoundly.
Chest pain may originate from internal organs located in the chest area – heart, lungs, as well as from chest muscles or bones. The source of chest pain can also be spreading pain from an internal organ of the abdominal area. In this case people usually complain about pain in left side in general.
Left side chest pain commonly can be experienced as mild, dull and sharp pain. So, should you be concerned about your health state if you experience chest pains?
Stress of modern life definitely contributes to heart disorders. No wonder that people who undergo stress daily often complain about pain in the heart area. Mild chest pain left side can be caused by continuous stress and goes away after some time. As for more intensive and severe pains, they must be reported to the doctor immediately becausethey may turn out to be very serious and even life threatening.
The most widespread cause of sharp chest pain left side is pericardial catch syndrome (PCS) which is also called "texidors twinge". This syndrome is characterized by piercing pain which is aggravated when a person breathes deeply. People mistakenly tend to take this pain for a heart attack because this pain is acute and felt in the area where the heart is located. During PCS pain doesn't spread to other parts of the body like during a heart attack. PCS may scare a person experiencing it as any movement or activity seems to worsen the pain. Yet, immobility for some time helps to improve the situation a lot and the pain steps back. Doctors don't believe, however, that PCS is a serious problem and so it is not perceived as a disease.
Dull chest pain left side may be a symptom of various conditions. Only a healthcare professional can diagnose an ailment precisely through a number of tests and examinations. However, some common (yet not all) disorders when this kind of pain is felt are:
- Angina is a condition under which the cardiac muscle doesn't obtain enough amount of oxygen from blood.
- Heart attack is blockage in the heart's arteries, a condition when heart doesn't get a sufficient portion of blood and, therefore, heart experiences oxygen starvation.
- Heart Burn which is a result of indigestion.
- Disorders of the Esophagus, for example, when digestive juices flow backwards to the esophagus.
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Chest pain left side above breast can be caused by a serious disorder as well as by a minor problem. Some of the causes are:
- cardiovascular causes like cardiac ischemia when the heart lacks sufficient amount of oxygen;
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- bone damage;
- pinched nerve due to trauma or improper exercising.
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What is the most effective way to type a letter with an accent above it on an Apple wireless Spanish Keyboard? Can fuction keys be used too?
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You can use this wireless keyboard just as you would a normal one. For example, on an english keyboard, you can type accents as follows...
"Option + E," release, type vowel to be placed under a normal accent. Example - "Sí, me amigo tiene vienteseis años, y es muy simpático..."
To create the "Sí" I first typed a capitol "S" as usual. Next, I hit "option + e" to place a "hovering" yellow accent mark above my next vowel. I then hit an "i" and an accent was placed over it, replacing the "i" with a "í."
You can do this for any vowel - "á é í ó ú" (not with y). If you're looking to add an "ñ" (pronounced "en-yay) you can do the same thing except use "option + n" then type in an "n" to create the "ñ"
All function keys, such as "fn + delete" to delete in the opposite direction, will work the same on that keyboard. More complex, program specific function keys (like with Final Cut Pro) will not work. If that is needed, I'd suggest looking into a full macbook pro/air/ similar computer, or another mac - compatible keyboard. The non-wireless (wired) version would work with more specific function keys, if needed.
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TLC will air an episode of its hit show, "Toddlers & Tiaras," Wednesday night, featuring a 6-year-old Calallen area girl who competed last fall in an Austin beauty pageant.
Isys Wright's mother Erika, said it was a lot of fun and a lot of stress being followed by the network's camera crew in October as her daughter practiced her dance routine, got her nails done and prepared for the event.
"Having the cameras in your face for three days, 13 hours a day; it was an experience," she said.
Isys said she is excited to see herself on television and is looking forward to their next pageant in February in Tennessee.
Since getting in touch with TLC and other local media outlets, the pair have received offers from other shows for interview opportunities.
Wright said her daughter's episode should be an interesting one, billed as a drama-filled pageant experience with bickering mothers in tow.
The reality television series has followed child beauty pageant contestants and their families since 2009. Last year's season had more than 1.4 million viewers per episode, according to the network.
Wednesday's episode spotlights the Hollywood-themed Universal Royalty pageant last fall which featured $10,000 for the top-prize.
Without giving too much away, Wright said Isys did well at the pageant, placing in a top spot.
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The Good:
The Suns played a strong first half, holding a 52-45 lead. Phoenix shot 51 percent in the half and turned the ball over just five times.
Goran Dragic finished as the Suns' leading scorer with 19 points and 7 assists.
Phoenix had a total of six players in double digits. Luis Scola added 16 points and eight rebounds, Jared Dudley had 13 points and Jermaine O'Neal scored 12 on the night.
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Phoenix ended their six-game road trip with their fourth straight loss.
The Suns suffered a late meltdown and looked completely taxed in overtime. Phoenix was outscored 14-4 by Memphis in the extra period.
Alvin Gentry's defense did not have an answer for Zach Randolph. The Memphis forward set season-highs in points (38) and rebounds (22).
The Suns were up by as many as 16 against the Grizzlies before falling apart down the stretch.
Phoenix concluded their road trip with a disappointing 1-5 record.
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Molded Cheese
24 Sep 2009
For all cheese lovers this Molded Cheese is a great way to treat yourself and your loved ones with. A great medely of mixed cheese in sour cream, scallions and horseradish, this Molded Cheese still has lots of surprises to unveal. A must try for all true cheese lovers!
|Orange gelatin/Lemon flavor gelatin
|7 Ounce (2 Packages, 4-Serving Size Or 1 Package, 8-Serving Size, Jell-O Brand)
|Boiling water
|1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs)
|Finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
|1⁄2 Pound (2 1/2 Cups)
|Cream cheese
|8 Ounce, softened (1 Package)
|Sour cream
|1⁄2 Pint (1 Cup)
|Chopped scallions
|1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
|Chopped parsley
|1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
|Prepared horseradish
|3 Tablespoon
|Worcestershire sauce
|1 Tablespoon
Dissolve gelatin in boiling water.
Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl; with electric mixer at medium speed, beat until well blended.
Gradually blend into gelatin.
Pour into 6-cup mold.
Chill until firm, about 3 hours.
Garnish with fresh fruit or vegetables, if desired.
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Chicken Thighs With New Potatoes
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|Seasoned pepper
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1. In 12-inch skillet over medium heat, melt butter or margarine. Add chicken thighs, skin side down, potato halves, cut side down, and chopped onion. Cook until chicken thighs are browned and potatoes are golden on bottom, about 15 minutes.
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But for six months I was pretty much in remission until a couple of weeks ago.
It went into remission, but it would resurface in 2011; and Scott was able to beat it once again.
At the worst, the opposition movement is in a state of remission during the holiday season.
c.1200, "forgiveness or pardon (of sins)," from Old French remission "forgiveness (of sins), relief" (12c.), from Latin remissionem (nominative remissio) "relaxation, diminishing," lit. "a sending back, sending away," noun of action from past participle stem of remittere "slacken, let go, abate" (see remit). Used of diseases since early 15c.
remission re·mis·sion (rĭ-mĭsh'ən)
Abatement or subsiding of the symptoms of a disease.
The period during which the symptoms of a disease abate or subside.
A period in the course of a disease when symptoms become less severe.
Note: The term remission is often used in speaking of sufferers from leukemia or other cancers whose symptoms lessen or disappear. In such a case, the disease is said to be "in remission." The period of remission may last only briefly or may extend over several months or years.


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Education funding is a leading issue for many Kansans this election year and when voters go to the polls Nov. 6 they will be choosing between vastly different philosophies on how to create and maintain effective, efficient K-12 public schools.
Funding for public schools in Kansas has been a hot topic in the state legislative races this year, and for good reason.
Despite major cuts, more than half of the state's budget is still spent on public schools.
Yet performance has been lackluster in many districts and among the state's minorities.
TransCanada restarts oil flow through Keystone XL; Lead Democrats create their own portal for school funding reporting; Voters invited to tour Salt Museum in Hutch
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TransCanada has restarted the Keystone oil pipeline that carries about 590,000 barrels of crude oil each day from Canada to facilities in the Midwest. The pipeline passes through Kansas en route to Cushing, Oklahoma.
Kansas legislative Democrats launched their own online survey on schools Monday, to counter a new website created by Governor Sam Brownback's administration.Senate Minority Leader Anthony Hensley and House Minority Leader Paul Davis said their site will gather suggestions for finding school spending inefficiencies - like the governor's - but it will also collect success stories of how schools are operating.
A panel of district court judges in Topeka heard closing arguments Wednesday in a lawsuit over state education funding.
Attorney Alan Rupe represents a group of school districts, students and parents suing the state.
He says lawmakers aren't living up to promises to increase school spending and some students aren't receiving an adequate education.
"We might be doing OK for some of our kids, but when it comes to our constitution - and that's an adequate education for all kids - we are falling behind," says Rupe.
The Kansas Board of Education will work on their proposal for state education funding this week.
They're taking comments from organizations on what they should pursue.
One group is urging them to push for a big funding increase.
A Kansas official says school districts are concerned about more than just the resources needed to provide their students with a suitable education.
Deputy Education Commissioner Craig Neuenswander finished testifying today in the trial of a lawsuit over how Kansas funds its public schools. He was called by attorneys for the 54 school districts whose lawsuit claims Kansas has been spending too little to satisfy the state constitution's requirement for providing a "suitable" education. He said schools want to make sure students have the knowledge they need to be productive.
Surely no one is surprised that parents are very concerned about the proposed boundary changes in Wichita's school district. Schools are about our children and our children are an emotional subject for all of us. So if you're going to start messing around with my kid's school, maybe even closing that school and making my child go elsewhere, then you've got some serious explaining to do.
Have you ever tried to play a violin? It's crazy hard. There are no frets on the fingerboard, so you have nothing except your ear to tell you whether you are putting your fingers in the proper places. Meanwhile, your other hand is sawing the taught, stretched horsehairs of a violin bow across those very same strings. Horrible, shrieking noises ensue for the first few weeks, or months, or—sometimes—years. The closest thing to that sound I can think of might be something like what would occur if a high-pitched dentist drill was being applied to the teeth of a cat in heat.


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Finally, after about 2 years of Design Dosage being inactive (or not being updated) we are finally starting to breathe new life into it and really looking forward to re-launching this site as it is aimed at benefitting designers and devs alike. I am going to be working closely with Rob Hope on this one, again.
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We address the psychological and physical health, wellness, and well-being needs of our currently enrolled Northeastern Illinois University students. We are a diverse staff comprised of psychologists, nurses, post-doctoral fellows, practicum externs, and support staff.
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Universal Credit for local authorities
This collection brings together documents, information and updates about Universal Credit for local authority staff.
Universal Credit helps make sure claimants are better off in work than they are on benefits. It is available to people who are on a low income or out of work.
Universal Credit helps people prepare for work, move into work or earn more. It replaces 6 existing benefits with a single monthly payment.
Keep up to date with our latest announcements about Universal Credit.
Universal Credit rollout
In April 2013 we introduced Universal Credit in parts of Greater Manchester and Cheshire.
In April 2014 we announced the expansion of Universal Credit to the rest of the north west of England. This expansion began in June 2014.
In June 2014, Universal Credit started to become available for new claims from couples in live site areas across England, Wales and Scotland. In autumn 2014 we will start to extend Universal Credit to families. The new service will be in nearly 100 Jobcentres across Great Britain by Christmas.
In September 2014 we announced that Universal Credit will be rolled out across the country to all Jobcentres and local authorities from early next year.
See the full list of live Universal Credit Jobcentre areas
See the list of local authorities and jobcentres that will begin to deliver Universal Credit between February and April 2015
Universal Credit partner toolkit
The Universal Credit toolkit contains important public information about Universal Credit and the changes it brings. It is designed to help partner organisations who want to explain Universal Credit to claimants.
Representative groups
A range of engagement groups helps to inform the development of Universal Credit.
The DWP Local Authority Associations Steering Group is the main DWP forum for engaging with the local authority associations. The steering group page includes a list of other representative groups.
Universal Support – delivered locally
Rebranding the 'Local Support Services Framework' as 'Universal Support – delivered locally' brings the service into the Universal Credit family and reflects that the support itself will be available and delivered locally.
Universal Support – delivered locally: information for local authorities
- 6 October 2014
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Universal Credit Local Support Services Framework EOI trialling
- 29 May 2014
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Universal Credit Local Support Services: update and trialling plan
- 6 December 2013
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Universal Support – delivered locally: local support information
- 27 March 2015
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Universal Credit Local Support Services Framework - message from Lord Freud
- 12 August 2013
- Guidance
Direct Payment Demonstration Projects
These documents provide the latest feedback and background information on the Direct Payment Demonstration Projects that were running in 6 areas of Great Britain from June 2012 until December 2013.
The projects tested paying Housing Benefit directly to tenants to help make sure that the right support for tenants and landlords is in place before full implementation of Universal Credit.
Direct Payment Demonstration Projects: 12 month stage reports
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Direct Payment Demonstration Projects: learning and payment figures: May 2014
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Direct Payment Demonstration Projects: learning and payment figures: May 2013
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Central Texas Man Can't Walk After West Nile Infection
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It's a virus with no cure and no known treatment -- West Nile.
A month ago, John Schexnayder was healthy and active -- running a successful business and keeping up with projects at home -- like cleaning the family pool, which is exactly what he was doing when a mosquito bit his cheek and changed his life.
"Between that bite and going to the ER it was about three days," said Schexnayder, before adding that, of course, it's nearly impossible to know exactly when or exactly which mosquito may be to blame.
Over the course of three days, Schexnayder's body slowly started shutting down. "I couldn't stand up like I normally could. It was just a strange weakness and my plumbing shut down -- nothing was really working below my waist correctly," said Schexnayder, recalling how his condition slowly deteriorated. "Then my right leg started buckling and almost quitting on me," said Schexnayder and that's when his wife rushed him to the emergency room.
Four days, a spinal tap, several MRI's and dozens of other tests later doctors finally had a diagnosis -- West Nile virus.
"I think what got me was when I asked the Doctor, 'Ok, what do we do?' and he said, 'Well, there's no treatment for it. It's a virus. We just have to let it run its course'," said Faith Schexnayder, John's wife of 20 years. "And he said, 'I'm really sorry -- nobody knows anything about this, and there's really nothing that we can do."
Dr. Everett Heinze is now overseeing John's care at St. David's Rehabilitation Hospital.
"We're working on increasing the strength, balance, safety and all those things that are so important to his eventual recovery -- but there is no cure or treatment specifically directed towards the viremia," said Dr. Heinze, who serves as the Rehab Hospital's Medical Director.
There's no cure for West Nile and currently there's no treatment -- meaning all doctors can do is help patients with their symptoms.
"That's absolutely correct," said Dr. Heinze. "There's no anti-viral agent that we know of that shortens the course of this disease or eradicates the virus."
80 percent of all people infected with the West Nile virus will never know it, because doctors say they don't experience any symptoms. Others have minor reactions referred to as "West Nile fever", similar in many ways to the flu. Less than 1 percent will experience severe neurological problems, like Schexnayder. The father of two hasn't walked on his own since checking-in to the emergency room.
"It results because of infection of the central nervous system -- either the brain or in his case, the spinal cord," said Dr. Heinze. "It's not pollio, but it's like pollio in the sense that it causes paralysis -- or at least weakness."
John's doctors have never treated a case like this-- even the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has no help to offer him. But Schexnayder is holding on to a positive outlook and taking recovery one victory at a time.
"My leg's stronger today," said Schexnayder with a laugh, while working with physical therapists during his rehab. "Today's a good day."
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Communications technologies are, without a doubt, important in the modern world. Services such as texting, video conferencing and data usage have joined the traditional call services in helping to facilitate the development and maintenance of social and professional relationships. Among the latest providers to join the industry is Ting, a relatively new provider which boasts a new approach to billing. The search for Ting reviews information is on in earnest with many prospective plan signees wanting to find out more about the offerings associated with the plan.
One of the main things that drive people towards new services is their level of dissatisfaction with their current service providers. Many of the Ting reviews compare the benefits of being a Ting subscriber with those derived from using the other services. Comparative reviews often focus on three main categories, the rates, plans and the service quality.
For those who are looking for lower monthly bills Ting may be the answer. Ting reviewers reveal that the providers have a 'pay only for what you use' policy when it comes to calls, texts and data use. This answers the requests of many customers who complain that the plan they use charges them a flat rate for unlimited services but they barely use them. Many users, for instance, are able to save since they do not text as much or rely on data services as frequently as others do.
This only works though if you are not a heavy phone user and it is not difficult to see why. While light cell service users may report huge savings from switching to Ting, others may not be s lucky. A heavy cell phone user is quite likely better off with a traditional flat rate plan which offers unlimited texting calling and data. This is because their constant use of the services can lead to the accumulation of bills that exceed the flat rates that they would have paid with traditional providers. With Ting they are billed of reach of these services separately and at rates that fall below those of the older plans.
If you are a tech minimalist you will like the fact that Ting compatible phones range from basic to elaborate. This means that you can opt for a simpler, cheaper unit if you so desire or you can decide on a more expensive ostentatious device such as a smart phone. It all depends on your own needs, tastes and pocket. But if you rely heavily on the additional features offered by more elaborate devices such as a smart phone, you are not at a disadvantage with Ting since the phones are compatible with the device. In fact, you don't have to purchase a new device at all. If you have a phone that is Sprint compatible then you can connect it to the Ting network.
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Cucumber Oak Fragrance Oil: This fragrance has a very balanced aroma that combines the notes of a woodsy musk and lemon with the clean sweetness of sliced cucumber. The fresh scent would be a wonderful choice for both spring and summer projects. Try using Cucumber Oak fragrance oil in leave-in conditioners or refreshing sugar scrubs. In cold process soap it accelerated trace very slightly and discolored to a pale yellow.
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Gwen Stefani Donates Concert Proceeds to Victims of San Diego Fires
Website: http://www.sdfoundation.org/SAN DIEGO, Oct. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Gwen Stefani announced that proceeds from her Tuesday night October 30th, concert in San Diego at Cox Arena will go to local San Diego charity the San Diego Foundation (http://www.sdfoundation.org), to benefit victims of the recent catastrophic area fires.
Stefani made the announcement this morning on local radio station 93.3 KHTS with San Diego mayor Jerry Sanders. Said the native Southern California girl, "San Diego has always been so supportive of me throughout my entire career...living in Orange County it has always been like a second home to me. When I heard about the devastation of the fires at first I felt I should cancel my show out of respect but then it occurred to me there might be a more useful solution."
San Diego mayor, Jerry Sanders added, "We applaud the generosity of Gwen Stefani in dedicating her upcoming concert to support The San Diego Foundation's After-the-Fires Fund 2007, which will help The Foundation help San Diego. I have been heartened by the many who have come forward to assist us in the fire relief effort, and we thank Gwen Stefani and her fans for supporting the fire recovery and rebuilding across San Diego."
Stefani is winding down her worldwide "The Sweet Escape Tour," with stops this week in Tucson, AZ (10/29), Stockton, CA (11/1), Oakland, CA (11/2) and Santa Barbara, CA (11/3).


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