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It seems that everyone is mad because he won't buy his own tires but asks for some in the Wanted section.
But he has a pretty good offer and he had better take it....
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I find that statement of yours very hard to believe.
Most of your posts are seemingly pointless and it would appear to me that the only reason you post anything is to increase your post count.There is a place for your type,its called "FacebooK"When you mature up and can contribute in a young adult kind of way you will find the members will appreciate/tollerate your input.
I for for one are sick of scrolling through your crap.MB has offered you cranks for nix, i will even give you some 7400 DA cranks or 600`s for the price of postage just to shut you up.I know this is only an opinion, but mods,can we have an age limit in the forums and create a forum for under 18`s,,,,,,,We could call it "Retro Romper Room"
"Him"-You do realize that you now own one of the rarest of all high end Nishikis ever produced?"Me"-But its still a Repco mate
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Ok. I have it all sorted. Cap'n Commuter from fixed.org.au and I are sorting out when I will pick my tyres up and I have a crankset selected.
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Woooooooooooooooo I'm super excited to see this.
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the anticipation is.........
Ever since the vasectomy...I mostly ride fixed.
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I'll try my best at getting the crankset in the month and the tyres as soon as possible. Operation fixed-gear is now number 1 on priority list... well maybe after Maths homework and getting to the velodrome on sundays.
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Offer no longer stands,
To type 2 words (Thank you) or even 1(Thanks), you could have had a set of good quality cranks.The word un-******-grateful comes to mind, I had even hoped that I would come home from work and see a pm from you taking up the offer.For the grand total of maybe 10 bucks, you could have had a quality crankest with chainrings.
"Him"-You do realize that you now own one of the rarest of all high end Nishikis ever produced?"Me"-But its still a Repco mate
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31st December 2010, you said you'd have shiny cranks in a bit.
7th February 2011, you still don't have cranks despite two (?) offers.
Just sayin'.
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dont worry glenn I'll happily and very gratefully take them off your hands !
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Don't worry too much BLU_FZ, I offered him a wheelset for postage and didn't even get a reply to my pm. I'm just watching this thread for giggles now.
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Isaac, don't even bother with these guys any more. Their all taking the piss. Just build it up and get out there and ride the thing.
Make a new forum account if you wanna keep posting here because they won't drop it.
All the best mate.
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Thanks Sean. Everyone listen up because I'm only saying this once. It's my build, I will do what I like. I am on a VERY low budget and I've just worked out that its gonna cost me alot more to get everything done then I intended. If you want the exact figures here they are:
The following in bold is what Pony Bikes will charge me:
The labour charge will be about $60
Track cog is $35
Brake lever is $15
Brake is $55
Cranks are $40
Tyres are $40
All up $245
If you don't want to help me (I'm not saying that people haven't been helping me) then I suggest you leave this thread. If you want to help me and possibly have an offer for a cheaper 16t Track Cog then please stay. I need support not people criticizing for what I'm trying to do. I took this build off my own back and being a kid and not having much money, it is extremely hard. I WILL complete this build but I will not tolerate people that put me down.
"Faliure is not an option"
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Based on the WIP image of your bike 3 pages back, and the various info in your posts, I assume you are seeking 700x23 tyres...if so, I am prepared to give you 2 x Michelin Pro Race 3 tyres (Gray/White) which will suit your white frame nicely, plus 2 tubes I have sitting in my tub of junk. I paid $90 for the tyres and was selling them for $50, but you can have them.
See my post below.
I can also provide you with a brake cable and housing and possibly the caliper (also in above post)...although there may not be enough reach to meet the rim.
The choice is yours.
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That would be great! Thank you so much!
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I got a 17T track cog like this ( http://cgi.ebay.com.au/FIXED-SPROCKET-C ... 3cb42464cd ). Not sure how good it actually is but for me it has been running fine. It's a lot cheaper and will probably arrive within a few days of buying it so maybe you should consider it.
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PS. im jesting have some humour. relax, its amusing.
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Listen Evil, we fully understand that your a kid building a bike on a budget,but when i offer you an option of either 2 very good quality cranksets for the cost of postage (approx $10) and you plan on buying a set for $40 you sort of ???????? well ??????? confuse me! Are these not good enough for the "failure is not an option" build. Since posting the offer i have had quite a few members request the same generosity.I think i must be missing something?????? would you like me to pay you too take them from me and i pick up the tab for postage?????? For someone that points out their a kid with very restricted cash flow, your very fussy.
The members of another forum you visit are equally tired of this build and from your last post there,you only needed tires to complete your build???????so what is it.Do you know your self what stage it is at or are you off with the fairies.If im reading this stuff,other members are as well. Take some time out and read "The boy that cried wolf"
Quote "WANTED 25/01/2011 Tyres Black or White 700x23's. Final component to my build.
There are some very knowledgeable and helpful members on BNA forums,plz don't insult our intelligence
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"Him"-You do realize that you now own one of the rarest of all high end Nishikis ever produced?"Me"-But its still a Repco mate
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The post where you said you were selling the cranks was loaded with stuff trying to tick me off so I didn't read the rest.
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Settle down Isaac.
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That's an awesome deal!
Looks like the sqeakiest wheel DOES get the most oil.
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I love faliure
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Mods, lock this I reckon.
Isaac come back as 'GeniousEvil' when the bike is done.
You've had two massive threads with nothing but upsetting 50% of the folks.
You have my number so give me a call or get me to call you back and I'll help you out.
We all know you are trying hard and we all knnow you are now 13, so we get it.
Isaac pm me you address and, if I can get it off the current wheel, I'll send you a 17 tooth Surly spocket.
It's seen about 1000kms but still looks great
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Ok it's off!
Do you need a lock ring too?
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If you want the tyres you'll have to pick them up....I'm located in Collingwood.
Depending where you are located in Melbourne, I could potentially meet you somewhere so grab my mobile number from the WTS post with the tyres, and contact me.
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you could cut the anticipation with a knife!!!
hope u haven't grown out of the frame young fella?
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wow, for 4 days i binged.a record time for me!!but I'm not gonna let this get me down.Im getting up tomorrow! thank you aussiegirl for your encouraging words.It nive to login and see that someone cared enough to write a kind word.
tonight i feel really funny;im bloated from binging but my arms and shoulders hurt from playing boxing on wii last night.(btw, i totally rocked winning 2/3 games)
this upcoming week I'll try to sit down for my every meal instead of mindlessly snacking.i would also like to include more fruit and vegies in my diet cuz i feel like im gona get diabetes or something from eating so much sugar these past few weeks.
Haha wii games will def. make you sore..suprisingly good exercise!! Sounds like your doing good Monika! I think thats a good idea to sit down for each meal, especially not in front of the telly, and try to eat slowly! Hope you have a wonderful day!
Hey Monika, sounds like you have a great plan for this week. I think its good to try and add more fruit and veg on top of everything so that you still dont feel deprived but are getting in the good stuff too. I also read a good tip the other day that when you get a craving for sugar or junk, tell yourself you can have it if you eat something healthy first, like fruit. Have the fruit and then decide. Supposedly it will stop you feeling like the sugar afterwards. Lets give it a go!! I will certainly try to log on more this week and record my food too – I cant get on during the day at work so its only a night times for me. Enjoy the rest of the weekend!
thanks for the tip aussiegirl.I'll try to use it.
hope you have a great day too
When I have a really strong craving for sugar and sweets I sometimes make myself a 'real' cocoa. Not that sweet instant stuff but with the real 100% stuff. If you add some sugar and maybe a shot of milk I think it tastes very good. And it is also low cal cause the cocoa is 200 cal for 100 g and you only need 20 g or so. I also do it with water. I don't know if y like dark chocolate but it tastes a lot like it. If I sip it slowly the craving has vanished when I'm finished
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- "Birthday Bash": It's Sonic's birthday, and he's just been presented with the newly-refurbished, original Freedom Fighter's base, first shown way back in Sonic #1! It doesn't take long for the festivities to become fearsome, as Bark and Bean crash the party on Robotnik's orders! Meanwhile, Rogue and Evil Sonic both have their eyes on pilfering the Master Emerald. It's a birthday "celebration" the Blue Blur will never forget! Featuring a birthday blastin' cover by party favorin' fan-fave, Spaz!
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It's Sonic's birthday, so Sally, Elias, Tails, Antoine, Bunnie, Amy, Rotor and Fiona Fox have thrown him a party in the newly decorated Freedom Fighter HQ. Fiona asks Sonic how old he would be, but Sonic just wants them to call him a teen now until forever. Bean and Bark invade the headquarters having been hired by Doctor Eggman to ruin Sonic's birthday. Bean and Bark also want revenge for what Sonic did to them, but Sonic knows that his evil twin had done stuff under his name.
Meanwhile Rouge the Bat is at the Master Emerald altar ready to steal it, but Evil Sonic is with her. They are discovered by Locke. Fiona uses her past experiences with Bean and Bark and throws shiny keys out of the window, in which Bean follows them. With Bark surrounded by the Freedom Fighters, he surrenders. The Freedom Fighters wondering where Bean went, is brought in by Shadow the Hedgehog. Evil Sonic gets knocked away by Locke who attempts to take down Rouge. Evil Sonic makes his way to the Master Emerald and charges himself up. Locke, mad at Evil Sonic, uses his knuckles and leaves two scars on Evil Sonic's chest. Shadow explains that he has returned to thank Sonic for defeating the Metal sonic troops and that they are only friends for today, until he goes back to Dr, Eggman. Bean reports back to Dr. Eggman that the plan didn't work, so Dr. Eggman sends Croctobot to attack Sonic.
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Okay, so I came into the ownership of a 1/2 sim last night! Major thanks to my awesome hubby whom I love and adore (and I don't mean that sarcastically whatsoever). He got it for me as a Christmas present. :D He's so sweet. I have spent all day today, setting it up, getting things decorated, and I'm finally satisfied with the look of the place! :D It's really nice to be able to decorate a bit now! With some extra prim space as well!! Also going to be nice not having the 20 people limit anymore...
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About 200 students from around San Juan County gathered in the Henderson Fine Arts Center for a day of workshops, activities and campus tours.
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"It concentrates on education but also touches on issues that are crucial to getting an education," Gonzalez said. "(Issues) like health, immigration and getting your parents' involvement. That's the key we brought to the workshops."
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Despite the departure of Sublime founding drummer Bud Gaugh, Sublime With Rome is alive and well, thanks to super-drummer and Long Beach native Josh Freese (formerly of Nine Inch Nails, Guns N' Roses and Weezer) filling in on the skins for this tour.
Bud Wilson, who founded the Long Beach ska-punk band Sublime with Gaugh and the late Bradley Nowell, is still on board, with Rome, 23, the new lead singer.
Gaugh has gone public with his dissatisfaction with the addition of Rome, but Rome was gracious in an interview with The Tribune.
"He's taking some time off," Rome said of Gaugh. "He'll always have our support."
Rome is currently working on his first solo album, requested by the record label after his collaboration with the Dirty Heads on the single "Lay Me Down" became a hit. In the meantime, Rome is touring and planning a set that will predominantly feature Nowell compositions, as well as four to five songs from the band's 2011 album "Yours Truly." Rome said he loves singing songs such as "What I Got" and "Wrong Way," a soundtrack to his childhood: "I used to [sing those] for free."
Everlast and Uniphi are also on the bill.When » Wednesday, March 7 at 7 p.m.Where » Saltair, 12408 W. Saltair Drive, MagnaTickets » $38 at SmithsTix


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Broncos activated CB Chris Harris (knee) from the active/PUP list.
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports Ben Roethlisberger's concussion symptoms "subsided quickly" and "he feels better."
Markus Wheaton secured 9-of-13 targets for 201 yards and a touchdown in the Steelers' Week 12 loss to the Seahawks.
Doug Baldwin caught six of eight targets for 145 yards and three touchdowns in the Seahawks' Week 12 win over the Steelers.
Russell Wilson completed 21-of-30 passes for 345 yards with five touchdowns and rushed four times for 14 yards in the Seahawks' Week 12 win over the Steelers.
Jimmy Graham tore his right patellar tendon in the Seahawks' Week 12 win over the Steelers and is done for the season.
Jimmy Graham was carted off with what appeared to be a right knee injury in the Seahawks' Week 12 game against the Steelers.
Andre Ellington exited Week 12 against the 49ers with a left foot injury.
Chris Johnson exited Week 12 against the 49ers with a left knee injury.
Falcons coach Dan Quinn said after Sunday's loss to Minnesota that he expects Devonta Freeman (concussion) back "fully" for Week 13.
Tyler Eifert said he's "OK" after suffering a stinger late in the Bengals' Week 12 win over the Rams.
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|An allergic phenotype and the use of steroid inhalers predict eosinophilic oesophagitis in patients with asthma.
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|BACKGROUND: Patients with eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE) commonly have asthma and atopy. AIMS: To determine the predictive factors of EoE in patients with asthma. METHODS: A retrospective analysis of a large database identified 156 asthma patients with EoE and 276 patients without EoE between 2000 and 2010. Clinical and laboratory characteristics were first analyzed in half of each group. Significant differences and modelling were then applied to the other half of each group in a split half analysis. RESULTS: Odds ratios and P-values found to predict the presence of EoE in asthma patients were: allergic vs. non-allergic asthma (4.07, <0.01), food allergies (45, <0.01), allergic rhinitis (2.13, =0.01) and peripheral eosinophilia (4.51, <0.01). The use of inhaled corticosteroids was negatively associated with EoE (0.41, <0.01) for asthma patients and (0.37, P < 0.01) for allergic type asthma patients. EoE patients were also younger (27.4 vs. 41.6 years old, P < 0.01). By logistic regression analysis, allergic asthma, presence of peripheral eosinophilia and use of inhaled steroids remained significant. From these parameters, a 3.5-point scoring system model for EoE in asthma was formed with an ROC = 0.787 on split analysis. CONCLUSIONS: In descending order, peripheral eosinophilia, allergic asthma and allergic rhinitis are associated with EoE in patients with asthma. Steroid inhalers appear to have a protective effect against EoE. An accurate and simple scoring system can be used as a screening tool to predict the presence of EoE in patients with asthma and dysphagia. EoE should be viewed as part of a generalised allergic phenotype rather than isolated oesophageal disease.
|K N Harer; F T Enders; K G Lim; J A Alexander; D A Katzka
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Help With Hd Screw Up
Started by foley7 , Jun 09 2005 02:03 AM
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Posted 09 June 2005 - 02:03 AM
i need to know how to format the disk to get it back to normal or merge partitions.
i got slayer to run, flashed with evox m8, but the hd wasnt fresh, so its trying to use like 8gig of my 250gb hd. how do i fix this?
i got slayer to run, flashed with evox m8, but the hd wasnt fresh, so its trying to use like 8gig of my 250gb hd. how do i fix this?
Posted 09 June 2005 - 02:08 AM
what exacly do you mean that its trying to use 8 gig. Do you mean that you only see 8 gig available or do you mean it partitioned 8 gig for the c and e drive?
Posted 09 June 2005 - 02:14 AM
it partitioned a preexisting partition, so it would only hold the app and one game, it says there is c,d,e,f,g,x,y,z
Posted 09 June 2005 - 02:24 AM
Still not quite clear on what you are sayin, you cant put a partition within a partion. R u sure there not just folders. like if you went to the c drive, does it show folders named c,e,f,g,x,y,z maybe? or are you saying you can see the drives but when you load you dashboard you only see the c,e,x,y,z drives?
Posted 09 June 2005 - 02:26 AM
also what chip, bois, and dashboard you using?
Posted 09 June 2005 - 02:33 AM
i want to start over. i used the xenium os 2.01 to do the retail hd set up to an upgraded hd. then i found out that i didnt know what i was doing. so i flashed the bioswith evox m8 then ran the slayer auto installer. i selected it to set up on upgraded hd and it appearently set up every thing in the 8gb retail partition. I dont want to use live on this so i dont care about the retail partition. i cant figure out what i need to do.
Posted 09 June 2005 - 02:42 AM
ok I think i understand now. So are you basically asking if you could just get rid of the C and E drives and just have the 250gig be the f and g drives? With a upgraded HD it will partion 8gig of the HDD for the c,e,x,y,z drives. This is something that as far as i know you cant get around. It needs those partions for the system to work. E drive is the partition that is use for game saves and XBL content. X,Y,Z are the cashe directorys. does that answer your question or am i off in my own world
Posted 09 June 2005 - 02:59 AM
sounds like you know how to fix my problem
Posted 09 June 2005 - 03:09 AM
sorry couldnt help more. I wanted to do the same thing awhile ago and wasnt able to. Unless you know how you write bioses and patch game files to not look for those drives, you just have to bite that 8 gig bullet. what I did instead was just use the E drive for all my apps, gamesaves, and XBL content. So was I right on what your problem was, or are you just a smart ass
Edited by whosyodaddy1019, 09 June 2005 - 03:14 AM.
Posted 09 June 2005 - 03:43 AM
i think you were right. i decided to put the drive into my pc and write all "0"s to it and start over. i remembered i could do this about 4 messages into this topic. its about half done and then i will try again
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The individual cases are horrifying in the Free Press investigation of Michigan's parole and probation system ("Lax controls leave ex-cons free to kill," Sept. 30). However, we risk compounding that horror when we base policy discussions on individual cases, without examining the broader context.
Thanks to smart, evidence-based solutions like the Michigan Prisoner Re-entry Initiative, the truth is that even with more prisoners being granted parole after serving their minimum sentence, fewer are returning to prison for new crimes. No strategy will eliminate crime. Some parolees and probationers will make bad choices and commit new crimes.
Despite the impression given by the article, though, the number of parolees or probationers who commit murder is about one in one thousand. Without a doubt, effective supervision and community support of parolees and probationers are needed to ensure safer communities, but achieving solutions for safer communities requires investigation of facts beyond the heart-wrenching details of individual crimes.
Harry Wilson
Executive Director Michigan Council on Crime and Delinquency Lansing
More changes needed
Since the Free Press regularly publishes information about the realities of the correctional system and criminal justice system, we were shocked to read the article about some parolees and probationers who committed violent crimes. They are the exception, and a distinction should have been made in regard to those who re-enter society and are greeted as misfits, but continue to struggle to blend in, live normally and even contribute to society.
We also urge our legislators to give more thought to the highly invisible and protected prison system, where accountability is often vague. Where does the money actually go? Not to food, adequate medical services, or rehabilitation programs in most cases.
Preventive measures, treatment programs, high expectations for excellent education, we think, would better serve our society.
Robert and Emilie Baker
Bay City
Too many behind bars
The problem with our parole system begins with the number of unnecessary imprisonments Michigan imposes. The average parole officer has hundreds of parolees on his caseload. They are spread so thin they do little more than a brief meeting once a month. The system should reserve prison for violent offenders, who, if released should receive intensive monitoring.
The prisoners you profiled had high indicators of recidivism, namely committing crimes before the age of 15 and subsequent repetitive offenses. All criminologists know that there is a high probability of reoffending in this population.
On the other hand, many of those imprisoned could be handled in the mental health system or community policing with little risk. Using a rifle rather than a shotgun would allow resources to be used where they are most effective.
Michael Abramsky
Mixed-up priorities
Your articles about the MDOC and parole/probation violators hit home. I have a close friend who was violated and returned to prison. Your articles didn't cover people in his category -- people who are taking up space in prisons who shouldn't be there. He had been on parole for six years for a nonviolent crime. He was accused of an assault and battery, charges that were dropped. Even though witnesses testified that the event never occurred, and he was 60 years old and had never been charged for a violent crime, he was returned to prison for 18 months.
In the meantime, violent offenders remain on the street to repeat their gruesome crimes because there is no room for them in the prison. This doesn't seem logical.
Is it just a numbers game to keep the beds full and collect as much money as possible from the government? Spending more money on the prison system than on education in this state says a lot about the current mind-set of Michigan.
Laura Hughes
Squandered resources
More than $100,000 can be spent on government programs and social services to failed criminals prior to the age of 18.
Unfortunately, the government has no system to coordinate services or even evaluate the effectiveness of specific programs on increasing graduation rates or reducing crime. Despite the tremendous amount of money spent, no one seems to care how the money is squandered and how entire at-risk families are totally ignored, despite documented indicators for criminal justice involvement.
Bruce Tabashneck
You can feel safe
For three years, I spent most of every day with convicted murderers, rapists, pedophiles and other felons. At no point was I at serious risk of violence.
Why did I fearlessly help them transition to law-abiding life in the community?
Clients become eligible for services only after the Parole Board carefully considers their prison records and sincere efforts to recover from criminal thinking and behavior.
Second, every movement of sex offenders is carefully monitored. If a tether shows that these individuals are near a school or park, they are quickly arrested for violating parole. Those with substance abuse issues are also closely monitored, with periodic drug tests to assure they remain clean and sober.
Michigan citizens have nothing to fear from ex-offenders released under the Prisoner Re-Entry Program. There is irrefutable evidence that it has reduced crime and recidivism.
Norma Bauer
Focus on what works
Instead of sensationalizing stories of formerly incarcerated individuals committing violence, how about mentioning the fact that Michigan's recidivism rate is the seventh lowest in the nation? The state's recidivism rate dropped from 55% before the Michigan Prisoner Re-entry Initiative began to 33.2% in 2011.
How about focusing on the tremendous barriers to employment, housing and health facing returning residents? And a discussion about what policymakers, community leaders and neighbors can do to help formerly incarcerated people put their lives back together?
The Free Press should run a second series that focuses on the formerly incarcerated men and women who are now civically engaged neighborhood leaders and organizers. Let's take a look at what worked so that we can replicate their success.
Stephanie Gray Chang
Wrong focus
I am more than a little dismayed by your articles on the MDOC and parolees. You failed to notice the difference between parolees and probationers, and rarely talk about the many programs that do work. Nor do you note the fact that many returning citizens cannot find jobs or affordable housing. Living conditions are tough for those trying a new start.
Yes, there are problems, but returning citizens need a chance to succeed and programs to protect society and help them regain a life full of hope and meaning.
Dr. James Dankovich


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Patrolman Mark Nixon suffered the injuries - a fractured rib, sprained knee, bruised elbow and multiple abrasions - on April 18, after allegedly being dragged by the truck driven by Ronald DeFreitas of Toms River. Police said DeFreitas dragged Nixon while the former was trying to avoid being arrested on an outstanding warrant.
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ATP Masters Cup to be kept in Shanghai
Shanghai, China - Chinese promoters of the Masters Cup have agreed to host the tournament in China's commercial capital of Shanghai through 2008, extending their commitment by one year, the ATP announced on Tuesday.
Shanghai first hosted the Tennis Masters Cup in 2002, when the tournament was staged at the city's International Expo Centre. Australia's Lleyton Hewitt won the championship.
The city had since won the right to stage the event, which brings together the top eight ranked men's singles players and doubles teams in the final event of the ATP season, from 2005-2007.
Last year, Argentine David Nalbandian was crowned champion after defeating two-time defending champion Roger Federer in a brand new, 15 000-seat facility, the Qizhong Tennis Centre, which was built for the event.
"The city of Shanghai has embraced this tournament... and we all look forward to returning this year and for many years ahead," Etienne de Villiers, executive chairman of the ATP, organising body of the men's tennis tour, said in a statement.
Officials cited the 2008 Olympic Games, to be held in Beijing, as another factor in Shanghai's favour.
"We hope the Tennis Masters Cup can add to the prestige of the Sports Year," said Qiu Weichang, deputy director of the Shanghai Administration of Sports.
The Masters Cup took over from the Heineken Open, which was based in Shanghai for six years, but in 2005 moved to the southern city of Shenzhen. - Sapa-AP


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Last month, Keane proved his culinary prowess by winning Bravo's "Top Chef Masters" Season 5, beating out 12 other top chefs to take home $120,000 for his charity, Green Dog Rescue of Windsor.
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"For four years, I said 'no' to the show because I didn't want to look like a jackass," he said.
"Even though Cyrus was closed, there was still the question of, 'What is this two-star chef going to do?'"
It turns out Keane was able to accomplish a lot, once he let go of his fear. That happened around Episode 6, when the chefs were asked to make a healthy dish for kids out of their least favorite ingredients.
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"From wants, from shames, from loveless household fears" Leigh Hunt
The great room was filled with students-both from Angelcross and from Demonsword along with a few other schools that had events that were to be played at the Seminary. Pastor Lighthouse stood before the large gathering explaining the spirit of competition and the true test of a winner-the spirit of losing-because it wasn't about the winning that the games were played-but that the schools involved and the planets that they represented-wanted to encourage a type of bonding-but each planet had its own reasons for that bonding.
They were seated in seminar fashion and to Archibald Gardener's right were his life long friends Sheyouany-the pretty and smart Martian girl and Lewanda who was also very pretty and often thought of as a genius when it came to her engineering studies. Now-seated to his left-and for reasons that Archibald did not understand nor really wanted to give much thought to-were Fredead and next to him his beautiful sister Gothatina-along with some of the Demonsword kids that liked to hang around with Fredead.
As the opening festivities continued-Fredead leaned, "I hear that you are having trouble finding that dead or lost teacher of yours-Hipshot! What's wrong-haven't figured it out yet?"
Archibald leaned over looking at him for a moment-so did Sheyouany-but Lewanda was all caught up in the ceremonies going on below them on stage. Archibald said, "If you know something-and you keep suggesting that you do-then tell us-Hipshot is a beloved teacher here at Angelcross."
Fredead smiled, "I know-we all know-Hipshot is a Martian-what is he doing believeing in Jesus Christ? That is a human concept."
Sheyouany entered the conversation, "Believing in God Jesus is not just human-God fills the Heavens and the Earth. Martians have first hand knowledge and experiences with God-our history is also filled with wonderful things that Jesus Christ did-don't forget-other so called alien cultures tell of God in their religious writings too-not just Earth and Mars-God Jesus is our creator and our savior!"
Fredead glanced over at his friends-who were laughing and giggling at what Sheyouany had just told them-but he noticed that Gothatina was silent, "Those stupid twits-our god Technoligion is greater than their God." He thought that his sister would react in kind-but she glanced a loving eye over at Archibald and sat back-seemingly ignoring her brother. This got Fredead really ticked off, "So-Archibald-do you have it in you? Can you take on the power of the Demonsword soccer team and win?"
Archibald shrugged, "It's not about winning-haven't you been listening to the ceremonies below-it's about playing-sportsmanship!"
Fredead murmured, "Oh please-if that is the case-then why is so much money riding on these games-why all the media coverage-why not place a wager?"
Now this caught Lewanda's ears, "No way-we don't bet on events or things-it is un-Godly. Or-maybe it is just not right-I'm not sure-but betting is not allowed at Angelcross-not even by the college aged students." Who often bent the rules-because of their upper academic standing-having been at Angelcross the longest.
Fredead uttered while looking away, "I'll bet your teacher's life-that we win!"
All three of the Angelcross students uttered, "We'll take that bet!"
Amy and Andrew made their way around a corner in an old office building-Amy glanced out a window that led out to the huge dome that covered parts of the city-most of the cities on Mars were like that-there were sections that were positioned underground-and sections that led to the surface and were covered by domes. Those sections led into tunnels which rounded the area and came out into parks and communities of residence. The two of them had been followed for some time and they were trying their best to shake the tail. The door in front of them said: Veger Aircar Rentals. Aircars were specially suited for travel when it came to individual transportation-when it came to mass transit-the rocket train was the ticket-linking vast distances and cities located on opposites sides of Mars.
They opened the door and the smell of stale smoke and some kind of Martian food which had been thrown into an open trash can hit them-a woman looked up and smiled, "Hi-how can I help you?"
Amy said, "Er-we want..."
Andrew cut in, "We need an aircar for a local site seeing trip-we want to see the real
Mars-not the one that the travel agency is trying to sell us."
There were other people in the back-doing something-keeping busy-a few kind of looked up and got back on the phone and doing something else-the woman uttered, "Great-you have come to the right place-and you are right-most of the tours are pretty watered down-the real Mars is outside the city dome-that's where all of the old dwellings are located-the areas that the first settlers developed centuries ago."
Amy smiled, "Do you have maps?"
The woman shook her head, "You don't need them-the GPS in the aircar can fly you to just about anything of interest. Now-read over this disclaimer-scan your Business Electronic Analysis Security Transaction number-if it's on your hand-okay-if it is on your forehead-use this."
Amy started to pay for it with her B.E.A.S.T number when Andrew caught her-smiled at the woman-and scanned his own hand, "Anything else?"
The woman watched a screen until all cleared-when she saw that everything was in order-she smiled at them and said, "Just go out of this office-down the hall-there is a garage where the aircars are kept-pick the one you want from what is available-and off you go."
Amy frowned, "Don't you want to know where we are going?"
The woman had already started to go back to whatever she was doing before they came in-she looked up at her-gave one of those phony smiles and said, "Have a nice trip-bye bye."
As they walked down the hall Amy voiced, "Do you think we can loose them-the people following me-the ones trying to kill me?"
Andrew spoke, "We have to-I don't want anything to happen to you."
Amy asked, "How many people-throughout time has he killed-Wayclose?"
Andrew said, "They don't always kill people-some times-it is enough to just keep someone from doing something that they did-in the past-in fact-killing is rare-it causes too many paradoxes-and can be very unpredictable in the results. Don't forget-it is easier to just keep a person from accomplishing a task-than to off them. Killing them-you run the risk of all the other people that person came in contact in life-and you have to compensate for all of them as well."
Amy murmured, "If killing is too radical-then maybe Wayclose just wants to keep me from
doing something-like you said-that is why he didn't kill me when he had the chance."
Andrew opened the door and out into the parking lot-where there was a good selection.
Pastors Lighthouse, Lockrock and Azimuth sat about while Archibald, Sheyouany and Lewanda stood opposite to them-they were all concerned and viewed a small golden box covered with Martian silver symbols-it had to do with Hipshot-now becoming more obviously not dead but kidnaped.
Lighthouse cleared his throat, "Let me get this straight-you've gone and made a bet with some of the children at Demonsword-that Pastor Hipshot will be freed if you win the up coming soccer event?"
Archibald nodded, "We did say that-but it was Demonsword that brought up the whole thing."
Azimuth shook her head, "How many times must we teach you-betting is wrong-gambling is not Christian-Faithers adhere to the old ways-the ways of Jesus Christ. I can't believe that you children took on such a venture."
Lockrock voiced, "Still-the whole thing is very troubling-that the children of
Demonsword-even some of them would try and sway the results of the Quad Soccer Event by stooping so low. I've contacted the heads of Demonsword-they have assured us that there is nothing to what the children of Demonsword are saying."
Lighthouse agreed, "Hmm-apparently word has gotten out to all-that Hipshot might be alive-rumor abound-and there are some who would hope to capitalize on our poor fallen pastors misfortune. Now the authorities are starting to take the who thing more seriously-this golden box-it is suppose to hold a clue as to Hipshot's where-about?"
Lewanda said, "It came to Archibald in the mail-but we can't read it-even Sheyouany-who is a Martian-can't decipher the writing."
Lighthouse nodded as he slowly got up and took the little box in his old hands, "That is because this is ancient Martian-not modern Martian-this is written in a Martian dialect as old as ancient Mars-maybe even a dialect of Atlantis-where the ancient Martians originally came from."
Sheyouany said, "My people came from Atlantis-it was a planet some think be have been between Earth and Jupiter-now there is only Mars-but there once was another planet-Atlantis. Some legends have it-and there are many different versions-some say that a solar anomaly forced a planetary shift-causing Atlantis to switch orbits-with Mars and Atlantis-in the violent orbital switch-or planetary shift-Atlantis became unstable-and eventually exploded-but the people of Atlantis-had enough time to move to Mars-some did--some decided to leave this solar system all together-fearing another solar anomaly. Mars was fine for a few centuries-but then-because of the planetary shift-Mars began to loose its atmosphere-it's magnetic field had been damaged. So some of the now called Martians-came to Earth-found an isolated island and lived there until disaster struck them again."
Lewanda shook her head, "It seems like-whatever they did-bad luck was sure to follow them. But why would someone send Archibald this artifact-and who would have a box from Atlantis?"
Azimuth said, "This box could be thousands of eons old-for all we know. There are many unexplained mysteries here on Mars-and lots of things that seem to contradict former theories and writings. But-it was discoveries of scientific writings-that helped mankind-to really put his foot
out into the galaxy-by finding the blueprints to build the first translaser-that technology led to the first transdoor being built. Scientist on Earth prime reverse engineered other technology-but it was the theories of Dr. Evert T. Pystrum-his work and subsequently his famous daughters work in the field of physics-that finally gave way to the development of the finished transdoor."
Flying out over the Martian landscape-Namgoy just off in the distance-Andrew piloted the rented aircar across the Martian Wilderness. The area was spotted with older settlements-some still going-others long since abandoned for the better living environment of the nearby big city.
Amy said, "So-this is the Mars that the tour guides don't talk about."
Andrew glanced over at Amy-she seemed sad, "Mars has patches of settlements-it started out just trying to get people to invest in colonization-but this planet has a lot of strangeness about. After living here long enough-Mars does strange things to people's minds and perceptions of the universe."
Amy looked over at him, "How were you able to rent the aircar?"
Andrew asked, "What?"
Amy voiced, "You used your banking number back there-if you are who you say you
are-how is it that you have a banking number. I thought that those who profess the Lord Jesus couldn't have the number of the B.E.A.S.T.-because it would mean that you are damned-like all of the rest of the people that do."
Andrew finally understood what was bothering her, "It's not real."
Amy frowned, "What do you mean that it's not real-all banking numbers are centralized-there isn't a colonized planet in the Dynasty-that the banking number in your hand or forehead can't be tracked. How could you do that?"
Andrew said, "It's complicated-but let me put it to you this way-God Almighty still has a remnant of his people-even in the Dark Ages of Space Colonization."
Amy relaxed a bit, "That is what Faithers call these times-the Dark Ages-why?"
Andrew cleared his throat, "Well-mostly because all the saved have been taken. Remember in your history books-it talked about an alien invasion-which used a genetically advanced weapon of mass destruction to kill only certain people on Earth Prime-leaving others-some would be lying in bed-one was taken and the other left-or two would be walking-one would be taken."
Amy nodded, "Yes-it is part of ancient Earth history."
Andrew finished entering coordinates into the console, "Well-it was all a lie-God Jesus Christ came and took his people-the saved. First the dead in Christ rose-then those that were alive were taken. That left the planet in the Dark Ages-no one living that was left believed in God Jesus Christ. But the evil spirits had been planning for that moment for eons-they tricked mankind into building machines that could look way into the past-which is actually the future-telling mankind that they were building these machines to explore the universe-or to get ready for meteorites or giant heavenly bodies falling down onto Earth. The truth of the matter is-the evil spirits had tricked mankind into building a warning system-for the fallen-angels. People influenced by evil-do things believing one thing-when in fact-the truth is hidden from them."
Amy uttered, "Then we are all doomed-anyway-what you are saying is that the Rapture has already taken place."
Andrew voiced, "And the anti-Christ rules the civilized galaxy-the colonies of mankind."
Amy suddenly became depressed, "Then there is no hope."
Andrew said, "With God Jesus-all things are possible. Just like me going back in time-to try and stop the Children of Darkness. My job is to keep from happening what has not happened-and to try and save-what can not be saved."
Amy asked, "Are you an angel-or just a man sent by God's people-is there a difference?"
The group of children walked across the way-all dressed up in bright sports apparel they looked all the fashion for the Quad Soccer Event. There would be four teams-one from each general age and school class group-the teams were picked because of the play-offs. It had now come down to the final games. Two games would be played at Angelcross-the other two games
would be played at Demonsword. There was a lot of big money being bet on the school games-it was big business-non-professional sports. Professional sports had long since become jaded-with big salaried players-poor sportsmanship-then came the idea of investing in non-professional events. The players would win prizes-good ones-homes-aircars-scholarships to some of the finest schools and colleges in the Dynasty. All of that and more-and it was still cheaper than paying professional athletes. A sponsor could award an entire team fabulous prizes-what it would cost to pay just one professional athlete.
Prettyfield caught up with Archibald and the others as they headed on over to the stadium for the first of four Quad Soccer Events-she kind of pulled Archibald over to one side as they walked-this caused Sheyouany and Lewanda to cluster over also, "You know that all of the teachers-the staff are wishing you all good luck."
Archibald frowned, "Thanks-I think-you came all the way over here just to do that? There is going to be an official announcement-stating just that-when we get settled on the field-just before game."
Prettyfield gazed at the three for a moment, "I really hope that you do win-for the Seminary-for the planet-for Mars-for good. After all-soccer is an inter-planetary sport-it's like war-but without the bloodshed."
Sheyouany said, "Easy enough for you to say-you don't have to face Demonsword out on the field..."
Lewanda added, "They have all sorts of illegal tricks up their sleeves-they are all from the Dark Planets-where outlawed technology is legal. They are all probably genetically enhanced-robotically enhanced-and just plain old good at cheating!"
Prettyfield looked worried now-but when she saw the reaction on the children's faces-she tried to hide it, "Well-God is on your side!"
All three of them uttered, "Amen!"
Prettyfield seemed to feel better, "You know-even though all of this might just be part of the game-to undermine us-and try and determine the winner-it is our strong resolve to Jesus Christ that will ultimately overcome those little monsters!"
Lewanda uttered, "Pastor Prettyfield..."
Prettyfield realized what she had said, "Oh-sorry-I guess I'm getting all caught up in the spirit of things-can't help but cheer for the home team-you know. Pastor Hipshot is a good Martian man-God fearing-good teacher of the scriptures-filled with understanding and wisdom."
Sheyouany-who was Martian herself-cut in, "We all feel the pressure to win-we can't let them force us to lose-if they do-then we will regret it."
Archibald said, "The bet with Fredead-is that if they win-he dies-if we win-he lives-but
that flies in contrast to the ransom messages-which seem to indicate the opposite-we are suppose to let Demonsword win-if they do-Hipshot will be freed."
Lewanda stated, "But you can't know this! It might all be a trick to simply make us feel weaker-leach our spirit away-weaken our faith temporarily."
Prettyfield smiled, "I want all of you to play your hearts out! Win this thing if you can."
Archibald smiled, "We'll all do our best," and the children went on in the big doors.
The aircar streaked across the Martian landscape-beneath them-in the distance in front of them was an old settlement-looked like it had been there since the old days of colonization. In the old settlements-use of environmental suits was needed-they didn't have the advanced dome technology-which allowed people to be able to walk about out in the open-protected from the harsh Martian atmospheric-lackness. As they approached the small village-signs that some people stilled lived there became obvious-then suddenly-something hit the outside of the aircar-shaking it violently.
Amy yelled in fear, "What was that?"
Andrew fought to try and control the vehicle, "I'm not sure what it was-but it sure is big. It
must have hit our aircar doing top speed."
Amy pointed in horror, "Look-that thing-it is turning around-it's coming back at us!"
The dark and ugly figure was indeed turning around-as it zoomed through the Martian atmosphere-it didn't move like a vehicle-it had a more organic nature about it. Then-a voice came over their radio.
The voice on the radio said, "Hey-you out there-we just got a sighting-you in the aircar headed for us-you'd better take cover!"
Andrew had his hands full-trying to dodge the thing that was bitting the aircar-he motioned to Amy to get the radio-he said, "Amy, talk to whoever is on the other end-find out what the hell is going on."
Amy nodded-in fear-but none the less reacted, "Hello-hello-who are you? What is that thing that is attacking us?"
The radio voice said, "You are being attacked by a Martian Reaper."
Amy uttered, "A what-what it that?"
The voice paused for a moment, "You are not from around these parts-are you?"
Amy replied, "No-we are tourist-we thought that we'd rent an aircar and see the real Mars."
There was a slight laugh coming from the radio voice, "Well-welcome to the real Mars. What you have here is a nightmare come true-the creature that is attacking your aircar is a creation of some of the weird machines that were found deep in caves-beneath the Martian surface. This creature was one of them-there are others-just as ugly-just as dangerous. The Martian Wilderness isn't a place for tourist-why do you think that the tour guides don't take people out this way? Too dangerous-scare all the business away. Who'd want to come to Mars if they thought they were going to be eaten by a Martian Reaper or maybe a Red Fire Dragon-or some of the other things that live out here in the wilderness of Mars."
Andrew said, "Ask him if we can land at the settlement."
Amy asked, "Can we land where you are at-we are not that far from you?"
The voice on the radio said, "Hell no! We don't want that stinking piece of demonic trash hanging around our settlement. It takes too long to hunt it down and kill it-if it can be killed. Most
people who hunt them say they just go away after awhile-back into the Caves of Triquarius. Those caves link hundreds of other caves--linked throughout this area-some think that even bigger caves across one part of Mars to the other. Hmm-go figure..."
Andrew was having a hard time dodging the monster-he finally yelled at the radio, "Are you going to give us a safe place to land or not!"
Another voice came over the radio-a woman's voice, "Oh, George-you'd better let them land-hi-I'm Wilma and this is George-you'd better get on in here quick!"
Lord Jesus Christ I sing the glory of your divine will and your love for
You have shown me and my family such compassion when I am sure that the
Forces of evil wanted to destroy me and for that I am most grateful that
You have come to save us from our own disobedience and to help us
I once took a flight across a path of darkness and when I looked down I saw no
Way for blackness seemed to be all around but in my heart I prayed and you
Who know the hearts of men heard my prayer and you saved us from a deadly
Evil that could have befallen us all but you had mercy on our souls and saved
Lord Jesus there are none higher than you for you are the Son of God and the
Whole earth bows to your majesty for who can make war with God and win and
What fool when delivered from evil quickly runs back to their own vomit and
Hopes to recover from the ills of sin I can see only the truth in God's Holy Word
There are mountains on the other side of Otag'manu-gapoa where the people
Know the fear of God and the do worship God continually for ours is not the
Prostitution of the Holy Word but the calling to lift up the Glory of God and in
Doing so to give God the Glory and in time God will reward us his kindness
For the angels do sing the truths of the Lord God and they do worship at his
Feet for the mightiness of the Lord's glory and mankind must learn forever to
Lift up his voice in praise to the God of Ages and the Lord of all Creation for
There are no powers except they come from God and who is the fool of pride
Lord Jesus I am not worthy to even call on your name and I know my sin is what
Is keeping me down but I humble myself before you and ask that you give me a chance
To serve you in the capacity in which I was called for great are the talents of the
Children of God and great is the service that the Lord has chosen for us to do
Who are the fools of evolution that think they can subvert the Word of God with
Obvious pagan lies for they have been since the beginning creeping around the
Garden of Eden and hiding in wait for the right time to strike and who is ignorant
To the lies of pagan science which seek to dispel the word of God for evil's sake
For when I was young the lies were told how science was new and the only way to
Know the truth but the Lord Jesus had already planted the seeds of Truth in me and
While I was confused in the beginning the Lord saw to it that I believed on him and
For that I am most thankful to be called into the House of the Lord and accepted
I have sinned the sin of Atthudliph and I have sinned the sin of Jonotezuamivy and all
Of the false gods of the world have fallen in the Battle of the Stars which is to come
For long have the evil spirits been planning how they might turn the tide of war
And that is why Eve was tempted for the serpent is corruption encrypted in life
The soccer field was all lit up as the players from the two very different teams were scattered about-chasing after the ball. Fredead from Demonsword came in contact with the ball and kicked it high into the air. The ball arched in the air and then came down to the ground-the fans in the audience reacted as Sheyouany got the ball and kicked it straight on-leading to the Demonsword side. Gothatina found the ball and then began to try and defend her side-all this while Lewanda scrambled over and got hold of a piece of it and then kicked it on.
A team mate on Angelcross side got the ball and began to kick it over and about-then came Fredead and got the ball-kicking it hard. The ball arced and Sheyouany was able to jump kick the ball away from a player on Demonsword's side-now rolled the ball and a fight came on as two players of opposite side struggled for the ball. They ran it across the filed-with occasional attempts by others to help their team mates-but then it was kicked out of bounds by the Demonsword team.
The ball was then thrown back in action the someone on Angelcross side got the ball and gave it a great kick-sending it right on-the ball sailing in the air and then landing right in the heart of Demonsword side. The battle was on then-one player and then another were fighting for the ball-it was one kick and then another-the ball being beaten about-then flying greatly into the air. The fans braced as the ball came close to the Demonsword side-two players of opposite side kick battled the ball-running like the wind-they knocked the ball about-then in a sudden moment-one of the other players got the ball and gave it a rather straight on kick. The soccer ball went soaring towards the Demonsword goal-the fans began to cheer as the ball got closer.
Right there-on the ground-the ball landed and a battle between Sheyouany and Gothatina began-the two girls knocked the ball about-one hitting it and then another-the ball first going out of control and then being saved and going back into play. The fans were going nuts as the two girls-seen as long time rivals and stars of their respective teams battled on-the ball zig zagging about-the girls making remarkable moves-then suddenly-out of no where-Fredead came into the play-he kicked the ball and in a few head butts it was now in the Angelcross side. The tide had turned-the score was one to one-time was all but running out-this was a tight game. Last minute bets were bantering about off field and the sports news cameras were now on the fierce fight that was going on-the ball being beaten as it was kicked and head butted and rolled all over the Angelcross side.
Then things got really bad for Angelcross as Fredead and others got there-the ball landing near Fredead-while Fredead was one of his teams star scorers. The fans were now in a frenzy-yelling and screaming-you could almost feel the tension in the air-this was going to be it-if Demonsword won the game-it would set the pace-after that-it would be Angelcross who had to struggle to play catch up-and that was hard to do with a team like Demonsword. Now the ball was rolling-one player got it-kicked it back-though it didn't seem like the act was intentional-then came Gothatina and got the ball-kicking it hard and straight.
Now the pressure was on as Fredead got the ball and was in battle with Lewanda who was desperately trying to keep the ball away from the goal where Archibald was moving about-ready for any attempt at the other side gaining a point against them. The ball was in the air-Archibald watched for a split second and then ran in anticipation-the fans were on their feet-the ball blasting about-then it finds Fredead's head as he bounces it off and sends it towards the goal-Archibald leaps into the air-turning in what seems an incredible motion-as the ball rips through the air-headed for the goal-but Archibald's hands finds the ball-and in a split second-deflects the ball away from the goal. The fans cheer as the Angelcross and Demonsword goes into over time.
Outside in the cold distance-a robotic wildcat did growl-two riders were approaching--and the Martian Wilderness winds began to howl. The Martian Reaper was flying up high-circling the area of the old settlement. Amy and Andrew found there way to the entrance-they were wearing environmental suits-they had to-the harsh Martian environment was hostile-cold-and dangerous-outside of a modern city dome-where anyone could walk about with just their normal clothes on.
The old intercom cracked just a bit as the voice from the other end came on, "I see that you made it-found the aircar parking lot-I see. Better get on in-that Martian Reaper is still flying up above-hunting."
There was a buzzing sound and the airlock door came open-Amy and Andrew walked on in-the door closing behind them. Fresh air-or what passed for fresh as quickly filled the locked room and they were able to remove there environmental suits. The other door opened-and there stood an old couple with big grins on their faces-like they hadn't seen others in a while.
Wilma looked at George-then back at Amy and Andrew-she motioned at them, "Well-don't just stand out there-come on in-it's good to have you-that old Martian Reaper can be quite a pain in the posterior-if you know what I mean."
Andrew smiled as he and Amy accepted and went on in, "Hi-I'm Andrew and this is Amy-we are tourist-thought we'd see the real Mars-not the one that the tourism business wants us to see."
George said, "Well I don't know about that-you might have been better off sticking with the group-Mars can be a dangerous place-still."
Wilma nodded, "Believe us when we tell you-those fancy cities they've built serves two purposes-to house the rich and the wealthy-and to keep out the unwanted. And there is plenty of unwanted on Mars."
They all went to a table-Wilma got up quickly and began to work in the kitchen-George said, "The real settlers-those back in the day-lived like this-small isolated groups-connected by over land tunnels-that way-once you were inside-you could move about-without having to constantly put on and off those EV-suits."
Amy uttered, "Well-we thank you for the warning about the Martian Reaper-and thanks for allowing us to take shelter."
Wilma-who was busy programming an old food-synthesizer-making something for them to eat-uttered, "We are glad to have you-don't get much company these days-our kids are all grown-some live in the big city-others are off world-making a name for themselves."
Amy asked, "Isn't it kind of dangerous for you two to be living out here all alone-I mean-just look at that thing flying about?"
George laughed as he fired up a pipe of synthetic tobacco-non-cancerous, "Me and the misses have been out here for so long-we don't feel comfortable living in the big city. Too many people-strangers-aliens-the original Martians-have you ever met one?"
Andrew answered, "No-I can't say that I have."
George continued-puffing on his pipe-he was a jolly looking old man-and his wife was fat and jolly looking too-they were nice people-just outcasts of another time-a time when settlers like them were needed-basically loners-who would survive for long periods of time-without the need for other human company-and run the mines-and process the ore. But those days were gone-big companies replaced the mom and pop operations with multi-organizational influences-which over a period of time-left hundreds if not thousands of families-on the brinks.
The lights were on-the fans at the edge of their seats-five players from Angelcross were lined up against the goalie from Demonsword. It was a match of matches folks-a classic example of guts and courage-with both sides battling it out-the score told the whole story-one to one. The
floating robot cameras whizzed by-just over the heads of the players-jockeying for a better view in which to keep the billions of off world fans informed. The bets were coming in like rain on a hot Spring night. This was it-amateur sports at its best-with money changing hands-and no big time pro-players tantrums like in the old days. These kids were playing for the glory-not the money-though each team playing the finals was sure to get all sorts of prizes-scholarships-clothes-high-tech gadgets-vacations-trips-fame-you name it-these kids were already there.
But that was all from an adult point of view-this was about winning-good versus evil-Angelcross versus Demonsword. Bragging rights for a whole year-this was the time to prove whose school team was the best. All the lights were on the line up-one girl from Angelcross kicked the ball-the crowd reacted but then it flew over the net. Too high! Then another team mate-a boy kicked the ball-it looked good-but Demonsword's goalie was able to deflect it. What a let down but then came another kid-he kicked it hard! The ball sailed into the air-just touching the tip of the net-then went flying off into the night. Another boy got a shot at it-kicked the ball but it was way over the net off to the side-not a chance of scoring-the crowd was starting to react-and not in a good way-as Sheyouany's turn came up. Talk about pressure-she looked the goalie in the eyes-some strange looking alien kid-she got her balance just right-then she took her articulated tail-because all Martians have articulated tails-and she wrapped it around her right leg-using it as an extra spring like motion-she raised her leg back and then came forward-whacking the living daylights out of the ball-it rocketed towards the net-the other team's goalie just tipped it-but it wasn't enough. Score! Score! Score! The big screens flashed big time!
Now it was Angelcross' time to face the music! Poor Archibald was busy scrambling back and forth-doing his best to keep the rival team from matching up the game-as it stood-it was two to one-with Angelcross leading by only one point. The rival team had it's big kickers lined up-and each one was a serious challenge-Archibald managed to keep the other side from scoring-but it was Fredead's turn-the final attempt. Fredead was good-some thought the best player on his team-at Demonsword he was a hero-a superstar when it came to Quad Soccer. He studied Archibald's moves-he noticed a weakness off to the left-Archibald was weak there-if he could send a rocket right between the net and Archibald's hands-the game would be even-forcing another kick off. The crowd suddenly fell very quiet-on both sides-all bets were off-this was it-and Archibald heard God's voice speak to him in a still small voice-telling him to close it in-the other boy knew his weakness. Archibald did not argue with the Holy Spirit-it was there to help-but the ball was off-Fredead kicking the heck out of it! Suddenly-Archibald's life went into slow motion-the ball sailing towards the weakness-the crowd suddenly starting to react-the players standing off-starting to see what Fredead was aiming at-and then Archibald's body flying into the air-his heart pounding-like it was going to fly out of his chest. This was it ladies and gentlemen-this was it. Just then-at the right time and at the right moment-Archibald's face came in contact with the screaming ball-wham! The ball was deflected by Archibald's face-it went flying over the net-people on Angelcross' side were out of control-while the contrast was true for the fans of Demonsword. In all the commotion-Archibald went flopping to the ground-knocked out cold. Sheyouany and Lewanda were running towards there fallen friend.
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JSO: Man shot twice in chest. Police search for suspect
'Zombie' attack victim will have long road to recovery
Deputy resigns after arrest in May
Body found on Southside
Fisherman found dead in Putnam County
SWAT responded to Lincoln Ct. Apartments
Reports find Florida most corrupt state in U.S.
Autism spans generations: Disorder links parents, children
Teen mom arrested after driving off with baby on car roof
Woman arrested for visiting man through suitcase
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Mike Sedor took a trip out of his front door that he wants to forget after being injured while rolling out one of the city's new garbage bins.
The city and Southland Waste began the new program this month where homeowners were given large 96-gallon bins for trash and recycling, and one truck operator can pick them up using new trucks with a mechanical arm.
Sedor's recycling bin was almost full he says after he decided to recycle some old files. He doesn't have a paved driveway and it was a rough trip out to the street. When he got there and stopped, disaster struck.
"Maybe the load shifted," said Sedor, 69. "It went down and it just flopped over and threw me in the road, over the top."
Mary Smith, a neighbor, saw it happen and was terrified. "My boyfriend said he could not get out of the street. I said 'you go help him while I call the ambulance.' He was just bleeding all over when the ambulance came."
"They bandaged me up (on his right forearm). I sprained my toe, my ankle. I got all these scrapes on my knee. I bruised a couple of ribs, tore all the skin off of my arm. Scraped my fingers on my left hand. I'd rather not have this experience again. I'd rather no one ever have it."
Sedor refused a trip to the hospital. Medics helped him with bandages. He went inside his home and says he went right to bed. Sedor is no fan of these big bins.
"I hate these things, they're ugly and not easy to roll if you don't have a paved driveway. This is ridiculous."
Smith said "They are way too big for an elderly man his size, those trash cans. They need to make them smaller."
Debbie Delgado with the city of Jacksonville and Lee-Catherine Hicks of Southland Waste say they have had very few complaints about the size of the blue bins. They say the new program is going well. The new system is expected to generate more recyclables for the city and improve the environment.
"If someone feels the bins are too big to handle, they can call the city and receive a smaller 65-gallon bin," said Delgado. She says a few people have done just that. But homeowners are being asked to keep them at least 60 days and give them a try, if possible.
If someone wants a smaller bin, call the city at 630-CITY.
First Coast News


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Briefly: Amazon's Dash gadget, Automatic Android smart driving app
04/04, 11:39pm
Amazon announces Dash barcode scanner, expands e-commerce versatility
Amazon has announced the release of a new LED barcode scanner, entitled Dash. Offering the ability to scan household objects and groceries, the aim of Dash is to facilitate replenishing stock within one's home by scanning existing products to order replacements. Users can scan or verbally dictate what is desired to be purchased, with Dash featuring a simplistic setup and sturdy design. Those interested can sign up through Amazon for a free Dash gadget, currently by invitation only.


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Dec. 15, 3:30 p.m., ESPN
Overall watchability grade: 5.8 (out of 10)
Matchup: 7
Utah State is No. 18 in the final AP poll of the regular season after a 10-2 2012, while Toledo was 8-1 before a late stumble (including a loss to Orange Bowl-bound Northern Illinois). These are, quite frankly, two pretty good football teams that most people have not had a chance to see this season because they play in the WAC and MAC, respectively.
Star power: 4
The biggest star in this game may be on the Utah State sideline. Head coach Gary Anderson has in four years taken Utah State from 4-8 to 10-2, and had job interest before recently signing a contract extension. Still, expect to see Anderson in the Pac-12 or Big 12 within the next few seasons. HIs quarterback, Chuckie Keeton, may also be a name to file away for the future. A sophomore, Keeton threw for 3,144 yards with 27 touchdowns.
Location: 6
The appropriately named Idaho Potato Bowl is played in Boise. Yes, on the blue turf. Others have duplicated Boise States once-signature field, but it remains the original and a classic. And, if nothing else, its kinda amusing to watch two random teams run around a blue field (with snow banks often surrounding the sideline) in the middle of December.
Schedule: 5
Kickoff is 3:30 on a Saturday (Dec. 15). You know those malls that set up the husbands and elderly section with a couple of chairs and couches and a TV? They were made for mid-afternoon football games on a Saturday 10 days before Christmas. Tis the season to buy the wife some hand lotion and spend the rest of the day shopping for that perfect gift.