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Transport Minister Omari Nundu has broken his silence on the culprits behind the construction of berths 13 and 14 at the Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA), naming his deputy minister Dr Athumani Mfutakamba as among them.
Speaking to reporters in Dodoma yesterday, Nundu said he had nothing to do with China Merchant Holdings (International) Company Limited and had never signed any Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the company.
"There is this China Communication Construction Ltd (CCC). This is the root cause of all what you hear. There are people behind the project and they want to force CCC to qualify, while the company doesn't," said Nundu.
He said there was pressure that CCC must build the berths adding: "I refused but to my surprise, my Deputy Minister Athuman Mfutakamba without my permission or even any notification travelled with them to China and later to Mauritania and Guinea Bissau.When he returned, he wrote a report and sent it, I don't know where.
I never saw the report," he said, clarifying that before they had been working together, but currently because of CCC, his deputy seemed to side with the Parliamentary Committee and the TPA.
"Now, they have turned against me. They are saying I have China Merchant and worse still it is in the parliamentary Hansard. All this is being engineered by the parliamentary committee," lamented Nundu.
He said when the proposal from the China Merchant Holdings (International) Limited was brought in the ministry, he was in Zambia and the Permanent Secretary signed it.
The minister said the company had followed all procedures.
"When I went to China, I told my officers to come with the proposal signed by my Permanent Secretary. They said they wanted to make a feasibility study using their own funds," he said.
He said he wanted to hear how much they were going to charge for the construction of the two berths. They said US$300 million instead of US$542 million of CCC," he said. But according to him, still the TPA and the Parliamentary Committee want CCC to be given the project.
"Worse still is that they want even after CCC has been given the project at US$300 million, then we have to give it a difference of US$242 million. Why this and whose money is it? To whom are they going to give that amount of money for nothing?" asked Nundu.
He said the firm started showing interest since 2008 but had done nothing.
"The problem is that it is not known how this company came about and the procedures it used to win the tender were dubious," he explained.
He said he was surprised to see some of Members of Parliament favouring the company, which according to him, didn't even have any contract with the government.
"The owners of the company say they will do a feasibility study themselves, look for funds for the construction of the two berths at US$542 million," he noted.
He explained that he had asked if there was a contract and where they would get the money from but they later told him they got funds from the Exim Bank of China.
"I told them that this is contrary to laws guiding investment matters. It is not right for an investor who is a contractor to be also a source of funds for us," said Nundu.
The minister said by the time they mentioned Exim Bank of China, already on the government list they had proposed several financial institutions including DB of Southern Africa, HFC, Stanbic Bank of Tanzania, Standard Chartered and Barclays Banks of Tanzania.
"But they leaned towards the Exim Bank of China," he said.
He said he had held talks with some Chinese officials, who came in the country and later he did the same with the president of the Exim Bank of China, when he went there.
Nundu said when CCC was being promoted by some people, already several foreign and local companies too had shown interest in investing in the same project.
"As we were trying to look for a competent investor, TPA and CCC on their part were pushing for CCC to acquire the project," he said.
According to Nundu it is impossible for a contractor to be also a donor. "How come a contractor finds some money for you and then gives it to you for the construction he is going to do?" Nundu queried.
"I said even if the government of China gives a loan through the Exim Bank, we must get an investor through competition. We need to bring in as many companies as possible to compete and only the winner will be given the tender," said Nundu.
The minister stated that the committee had tabled a wrong report on the construction of the berth. "There is no loan from Chinese Exim Bank, no MoU which the committee claims, and China Merchants, which they claim to be his company followed all requisite procedures," he said.
He said there was a need to investigate CCC and the projects it had done in other countries.
"It might be that it has changed its name. It used to be called China Bridge and Road Construction Company in some countries," said Nundu.
"When I came back in the country I found that the projects had not taken off. They had all died. Did I do justice to my country? Is this what I want to achieve when I have been appointed minister? I want to pay back to this country. This is the only chance that I can serve my country. I don't think resigning will make me pay back all this. I want to make changes in the areas I think fit," said Nundu, shedding tears.
When contacted by telephone on the accusations by minister Nundu, Mfutakamba denied being involved in the tendering for the construction of the berths.
The deputy minister said there was no way he could be involved in the process, when there was a specific authority tasked with supervising public tendering.
He said one of his duties was to advise the minister and not to put pressure on him to favour a particular firm to be awarded a particular job.
"What would I benefit from such an undertaking?" he asked.
He also denied the accusation that he had left the country without informing the minister, stressing: " I have been in the government for a long time. I cannot leave the country without notifying my minister and the Prime Minister. What if I get into trouble? How will I defend myself?
He stressed that as far as he was concerned his working relationship with the minister was good and he knew of no problems.


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Eye-Catching On The Upper East Side
38 comments:
- Kerry said...
I'm in love with that hat :) Beautiful shade of lipstick too...so flattering.
- April 4, 2011 at 12:21 AM
- Ulla-Marie said...
She conveys spring feelings even if she is dressed warmly. Good color combination.
- April 4, 2011 at 1:02 AM
- Brillante Interiors said...
The hat is beautiful, I am sure she added the brooch herself. The laces are also exquisite and intriguing.
- April 4, 2011 at 1:09 AM
I love how you show the detail of how your Monday 4th April lady put together her great outfit. Your site is an inspiration. Just beautiful. Annie, Sydney Australia
- April 4, 2011 at 1:15 AM
- gdaybeautiful said...
I love the way she has put together the colours in a way that compliment and match without being predictable or contrived. Very elegant!
- April 4, 2011 at 1:17 AM
- Knitting-twitter said...
.. I love the wisdom of her eyes .. the very stylish hat and one can see, the lady knows how to combine the little necessities to enjoy every day with a bit of color... a beautiful woman..
ciao ciao from Switzerland, Christa
- April 4, 2011 at 1:53 AM
- Amy said...
Wow. I like to think my style is grandmotherly, but man, I have nothing on the elderly ladies in your posts. Magnificent.
- April 4, 2011 at 2:54 AM
- Hana - Marmota said...
I love her hat. Very feminine!
- April 4, 2011 at 2:59 AM
- Emma at Daily Clothes Fix said...
I love her look. My favourite part is definitely her lace wristbands.
- April 4, 2011 at 3:37 AM
- Petey said...
I love her nail polish! Very cool and chic.
- April 4, 2011 at 7:38 AM
- phl256 said...
I'm impressed by her styling using bright purple! I like how she is wearing such a unique hat and scarf with a classy Chanel purse :)
- April 4, 2011 at 7:44 AM
- Rosy said...
The hat, of course!!!!! Great blog, love it!!
- April 4, 2011 at 7:49 AM
- Al said...
She is just fabulous! I hope that I will be this stylish when I am a bit older. The color coordination is just right. I wish I could follow her for a month and see what other looks she's got up her sleeve! Great blog to visit, I'll be back. Have a great day.
- April 4, 2011 at 8:58 AM
- Beth said...
I love it all but particularly those bangle bracelets!
- April 4, 2011 at 9:04 AM
- Vintage~Diva said...
Love the coat and smile
- April 4, 2011 at 9:06 AM
- sacramento said...
Loving everythig. The grey nail matching is a touch of magic.
- April 4, 2011 at 10:15 AM
This elegant lady is the essence of advanced chic for me. Her outfit and makeup show careful attention to detail and a desire to flatter her assets.
- April 4, 2011 at 10:54 AM
- WindyRiver said...
Just lovely!
- April 4, 2011 at 11:25 AM
- HuntGatherFashion said...
The Hat! Lately hats are all I can think of. We need a hat revolution!
- April 4, 2011 at 11:50 AM
- L'ARMOIRE said...
Her Chanel bag is beautiful!
- April 4, 2011 at 12:14 PM
- Tina said...
The thing I like best about her outfit is her confidence :)
- April 4, 2011 at 12:29 PM
- suzanne said...
does she have bright red hair? she is stunning and i especially love the hat.
awkwardly chic
- April 4, 2011 at 1:52 PM
I love the elements of whimsey - the do-dad on her hat and the lace cuffs.
- April 4, 2011 at 2:03 PM
- Petter Korshy said...
She's very cute, i love hat her
- April 4, 2011 at 2:19 PM
- Heroine Chic said...
The way she matches the shades of magenta tells so much about her. She is bold and feminine and lovely. Adore your blog. We share a grand mutual respect for the elderly.
- April 4, 2011 at 4:27 PM
- beachcitylifestyle said...
The Chanel bag and the pop of purple color are my favorite aspects. I love it when women over 40 wear color. Many times they are prone to black and don't realize it ages you not to wear color. She is fab!
- April 4, 2011 at 4:38 PM
Thank you so much for what you do! I think it's really so great that you show the amazing style and inner beauty of the elderly people, especially nowadays when fashion world is so crazy about youth.
This lady is absolutely charming, I love the hat and scarf and the use of colours!
- April 4, 2011 at 5:17 PM
- Tofu said...
love it
- April 4, 2011 at 6:47 PM
Thanks for one more beautiful photo!
She is so good with the color palette!
- April 4, 2011 at 7:31 PM
- Annabelle Fleur said...
How fabulous! I simply adore her hat and that Chanel is just to die for! Wonderful post!
- April 4, 2011 at 9:49 PM
- Terri said...
What a beautiful hat. I love the photograph you took of her face.
- April 5, 2011 at 1:19 AM
- THE LADY EVE said...
I love that she is an awesome lady. I wanna be like her!
Cool nail polish colour too
Ps. cute blog!
- April 5, 2011 at 3:11 AM
- SoLoVeLy said...
great work and blog!
just discovered it!love that
you have a look here,it's the work of a french photographer with his grand mother Mamika,http://www.sachabada.com/,but maybe you already knows him.
Have a good day
- April 5, 2011 at 12:36 PM
Love her accessories! Chanel bag, necklaces, bangles and ring.
I wish you could send submissions to post - my great aunt is 82 and has extensive experience within the fashion industry. She always looks great - to her, fashion means everything!
- April 6, 2011 at 4:11 PM
- Cassie said...
i love all of the little accessories and jewelry.
- April 7, 2011 at 12:46 PM
She just looks so chic and effortless. I love the pops of color in her outfit - you can tell this is how she dresses everyday!
- April 7, 2011 at 1:51 PM
- Thistle Cove Farm said...
My favorite part...the attitude of the woman wearing the clothes. I love it when someone is comfortable in their own skin!
- June 25, 2012 at 2:06 PM
- Linda Newton-Perry said...
She makes me want to strive to do better with my dressing. Best regards, Linda Newton-Perry of
- December 17, 2012 at 3:13 PM

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How to Access
Go to the Module Manager by:
- Clicking on the Module Manager icon in the Control Panel
- Top drop down menu, Extensions → Module Manager
After that, click on the 'New' button in the toolbar to create a new Module Item, or select a Module by double clicking the Module's Title or check the 'check box' and click on the 'Edit' button.
The Extensions Module Manager Edit (New) allows editing an existing Module or creating a new Module by Module type.
Module 'Edit' or create 'New' Module screens are dependent on Module Type. For the right column 'Basic' or 'Advanced' Options, please see:
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Menu assignment
This section contains all the menu items configured in your Joomla! website. To apply the current style to a menu item's corresponding web page, check the box next to the menu item. You can press the Toggle Selection button to invert the menu item selections.
Note: If a checkbox is grayed out and cannot be checked then it could be because the menu item is in use by another user. You can see if this is the case by going to the menu manager screen for the menu concerned. If there is a padlock symbol next to the menu item then it is currently in use by another user.
Advanced Options
Edit Module
For existing Modules, edit functions: At the top right you will see the toolbar:
The functions are:
- Save. Saves the module and stays in the current screen.
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- Save & New. Saves the module and keeps the editing screen open and ready to create another module.
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Thomasville, NC -- Police arrested and charged a Thomasville resident for stabbing a man in the chest Saturday.
Officers responded to 809 Martin Luther King Drive for a possible assault. EMS also responded to the scene on a sick call. When officers arrived, they found a man with a stab wound to his chest.
Police have not released the victim's name.
EMS took the man to Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center for treatment, while officers investigated the stabbing.
Detectives later identified Naema N. Henderson, 24, as the suspect in the case. Officers arrested and charged Henderson with felonious assualt.
Henderson has been placed in the Davidson County Detention Center. The court date is set for Feb. 27.
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There were many more good sessions at the Wisdom 2.0 conference this weekend. The intention of the organizers is to post videos. I'll let you know when. Here are some of my notes from a second panel.
How do we use modern, social media technologies — such as this blog — to both further our own practice as well as share those experiences with others?
One panel discussion at Wisdom 2.0 on that topic included Tami Simon of Sounds True, Kaitlin Quistgaard of Yoga Journal, plus two technology insiders Gopi Kallayil of Google and the recent yoga convert Leah Pearlman at Facebook.
If a zen master were sitting next to the chief technical officer of Twitter, what would they talk about? That sounds like a hypothetical overheared at a bar in San Francisco. But this weekend I saw the very thing at Soren Gordhamer's Wisdom 2.0 conference — named after his book of the same name — when zen teacher and author Roshi Joan Halifax and Twitter's Greg Pass sat side by side on a panel discussion on mindfulness in modern life. Seated next to them was Bradley Horowitz, VP at Google managing online apps like gmail, and Twitter advisor and venture capitalist Chris Sacca.
This weekend a number of panel discussions and talks are planned, continually asking the question of how we can have presence and deep connection in our life and yet live in a hyper-connected modern world. Speakers include Silicon Valley technologists, neuroscientists, authors, journalists, and serious meditators. I'm really excited; it is a mashup of two worlds I love dearly: contemplative paths and technology. More after the break, and in followup posts this weekend.
I've had impermanence on my mind recently. I've talked about it here before but it's worth bringing up again. After all, it's one of the most important things the Buddha taught. Here's the thing: my life is totally excellent. Where I find myself getting into trouble is when I cling to its excellentness.
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- Title
- Light guiding light: nonlinear refraction in rubidium vapor
- Author(s)
- Andersen, J. A.; Friese, M. E. J.; Truscott, A. G.; Ficek, Z.; Drummond, P. D.; Heckenberg, N. R.; Rubinsztein-Dunlop, H.
- Abstract
- A quantum mechanical model of the interaction of rubidium atoms with two lasers was developed. The dielectric polarization of the rubidium as a function of the frequency was predicted using a quantum mechanical model. The presence of two major isotopes of rubidium was studied.
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- Physical Review A, Vol. 63, no. 2 (2001), article no. 023820
- Publication year
- 2001
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- 0202 Atomic, Molecular, Nuclear, Particle and Plasma Physics; 0204 Condensed Matter Physics; 0205 Optical Physics
- Keyword(s)
- Dielectric polarisation; Dielectric properties; Light polarisation; Light refraction; Nonlinear optics; Quantum optics; Rubidium; Vapors
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- American Physical Society
- 1050-2947
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| Pierce
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|First Appearance:
|Voice actor:
| Dan Green (English)
Jin Yamanoi (Japanese)
Pierce (Japanese: フリント Flint) was first mentioned in BW009 as to have been sent by Giovanni to help Jessie, James, and Meowth on a mission. In BW010, Jessie, James and Meowth are intercepted by Officer Jenny and backup, Pierce comes in, driving a truck and the trio get in. Officer Jenny and the police follow when a half-constructed road appears and the police are forced to stop. The truck still pushed on: it drove past the point where there was any road at all and was toppling down into the ground below and exploded. Luckily the group were safe with jetpacks, and Pierce gives them a briefcase and flies off.
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Meet the Team
Melissa Brady, Director of Sales:
A native of New Jersey, Melissa grew up baking with her mom and working with her dad in the family delicatessen. It was at that time she knew she was interested in pursuing a career as a chef and attended the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. Since then, Melissa has cooked professionally for 3 years, received her Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management and worked in hotels such as the Ritz-Carlton and the Boston Harbor Hotel. Melissa had been a member of the Harraseeket Inn sales team for 5 years and enjoys her job immensely. She is also mother to two beautiful little girls, Madison and Brooke.
Ruby McDermott, Florist and Decorator:
Ruby joined the Harraseeket Inn in the spring of 1985. She has a background in the restaurant business doing just about every job possible in the industry with her primary concentration in cooking. She taught natural cooking classes in the Portland school system and restaurant service management in the Saco. Ruby went to school in Boston at Rittner School of Floral Design and has taken landscape design classes at Radcliffe in Boston, Portland Regional Vocational Technical Institute and she is a Master Gardener. Ruby is one of the managers here at the Inn with her primary focus on the grounds, which she designed, installed and maintains. She also coordinates the in-house flowers, floral designs for all the events, designs and decorates for all holidays and special events, and she's an integral part of the wedding planning team, where she works closely with the kitchen and sales office. She has the eye for fine details that gives the Harraseeket Inn that special touch in presentation and the overall ambience our guests so enjoy. Ruby has been an active volunteer in her community, and when she is not working at the Inn she is taking classes at USM, working on her Bachelors Degree.
She lives in Freeport with her husband and lives vicariously through two sons, 23 and 26 years old.
Theda Lyden, Executive Chef:
Theda is a graduate of Ohio University with a BFA in Art Education. She has 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry; seven of those years were cooking and managing a vegetarian restaurant with an emphasis on global cuisines using locally produced foods. Theda is entering her nineteenth year at the Harraseeket Inn and is in the position of executive chef. In 1989 Theda established an organic farmer's market business and still has close ties to MOFGA (Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association) and supporting their efforts in utilizing organic foods in a commercial environment. Theda is a functional potter and maintains a pottery studio specializing in earthenware pottery.
Jean Marie Currie, Sales Manager
A Graduate of Husson College, with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management- Jean Marie comes from a large family of fine cooks and bakers. She has been in the hospitality business for 33 years. Her Hospitality Management experience is in Hotels and Restaurants from the La Fonda Hotel, Santa Fe, New Mexico to Pasadena, CA to Maine. Jean Marie is in her seventeenth year at the Harraseeket Inn. She started in management in the Maine Dining Room while attending college and after graduation in 1996 she moved into the position as Sales Manager. She has coordinated many Wedding Receptions, Ceremonies, large conferences, intimate gatherings to gala events. Excellent customer service is her priority.


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If You Are Being Abused
Call the police.
Avoid becoming isolated and confide in someone.
feel shame and know that no one has the right to hit or control you with fear.
Know that there is no excuse for abuse, it is
your fault and you are
Keep a record (including pictures if possible) and hide it carefully.
Consider ending the relationship as soon as possible.
Develop a safety/exit plan that
does not
include confronting your abuser:
Know emergency numbers.
Keep spare house and car keys and a suitcase with essentials hidden but accessible.
Know where you can stay in an emergency.
Hide key documents and some emergency money
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• An active defenisve force for Duke, both on the glass and in the paint ... blocked a career-high 26 shots during his junior campaign
• Has improved his strength while working in the weightroom during the offseason ... has added 25 pounds of muscle to his frame since arriving in Durham as a freshman
• An asset for Duke on the offensive glass, creating second-chance scoring opportunities for the Blue Devils
• Creates space with solid footwork that allows for high-percentage shot opportunities
• Physical player that is willing to work in the paint to recover a rebound
• Vocal leader both on and off the court ... brings energy to his teammates
• Provides a wealth of experience for Duke in the interior ... serves as a veteran voice for the young players
• A three-time member of the All-ACC Academic Team ... one of eight players in Duke history to earn the honor three times and looking to become the first to do so four times
• Member of the All-ACC Academic Team
• Participated in all 39 games while making 26 starts ... served as starter in first 14 games of the season and 26 of the first 27 matchups ... averaged 6.1 points, 5.8 rebounds and 0.8 assists per game ... shot 63.1 percent (94-of-149) from the field
• Ranked 20th in the ACC in rebounds per game ... saw 25 contests with five or more rebounds and five games with double-figure rebounds ... paced Duke's rebounding in eight games
• Finished second on the team with 91 offensive rebounds and third on the team in total rebounds (226) ... saw five games with five or more offensive boards
• Averaged over 6.0 points per game for the second straight season ... recorded double-digit points in 10 games, including three ACC contests ... led Duke in scoring once, netting a career-high 19 points at No. 6 Louisville (1/17)
• Registered a career-high three double-doubles
• Averaged 2.8 points and 4.7 rebounds in Duke's six NCAA Tournament victories ... shot .636 from the field
• Recorded seven rebounds and tied for a team-high two assists against No. 3 Wisconsin (4/6) in the national championship game ... also tied for a game-high three blocks ... provided a defensive spark to help lead Duke to its fifth NCAA title
• Posted a seven-rebound effort against No. 23 Michigan State (4/4) in a Final Four contest
• Scored 10 points on 4-of-6 shooting and brought down six rebounds in NCAA Tournament opening round game against Robert Morris (3/20) ... added three assists
• Hauled down a team-leading six rebounds, including five offensive, against No. 19 North Carolina (3/7) ... added three points and two blocks
• Connected on both of his field goal attempts and dished four assists against Wake Forest (3/4)
• Hit 5-of-7 field goal attempts and registered a career-high six blocks against No. 15 North Carolina (2/18) in 29 minutes of action
• Shot an efficient 6-of-7 from the field to score a career-high 19 points against No. 6 Louisville (1/17) ... also collected seven rebounds and shot 7-of-9 from the free throw line
• Notched third double-double of the season after scoring 14 points on 7-of-9 shooting and bringing down 12 rebounds against Miami (1/13)
• Had an 11-point, 13-rebound effort against Connecticut (12/18) marked second double-double of the season
• Saw back-to-back double-digit rebounding games against Furman (11/26) and Army (11/30) ... shot 11-of-12 over the two-game stretch, including 8-of-9 against Furman and 3-of-3 against Army ... brought down 12 rebounds in each contest ... first double-double of the year came against Furman, scoring 16 points and registering 12 rebounds ... served as team's leading rebounder in both contests
• Narrowly missed a double-double after scoring 15 points on 5-of-8 shooting and collecting nine rebounds in win over Fairfield (11/15) ... also shot 5-of-6 from the charity stripe and added three assists
• Opened the 2014-15 campaign by leading Duke in rebounds (10) and shooting 2-of-4 from the field for four points in game against Presbyterian (11/14)
• Member of the All-ACC Academic Team ... received ACC All-Tournament second team accolades
• Played in all 35 games while making 26 starts ... averaged 6.5 points, 6.9 rebounds and 1.0 assists per game, while shooting a team-high 64.4 percent (94-of-146) from the field
• Ranked 11th in the ACC in rebounds and fourth in the league in offensive rebounds per game (2.89)
• Raised his rebounding numbers to 7.2 rpg. and 3.06 orpg. in league play ... ranked seventh in rebounds and tied for fourth in offensive rebounds in ACC action
• Finished second on the team with 101 offensive rebounds ... had nine games with five or more offensive rebounds
• Posted eight double-figure rebounding games ... led the Blue Devils in rebounds 11 times
• Had seven games with 10 or more points scored, including a career-best 17 points against No. 5 Kansas (11/12)
• Grabbed 11 rebounds and added two assists, one block and a steal against Mercer (3/21) in the NCAA Tournament ... six rebounds came on the offensive end of the floor
• Went 5-of-7 from the field and 1-of-2 from the foul line for 11 points in the ACC title game against No. 6 Virginia (3/16) ... added four rebounds and a steal
• Recorded six points and a game-high 13 rebounds (six offensive) in an ACC Tournament win over Clemson (3/14)
• Came off the bench to collect eight points, eight rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals against No. 14 North Carolina (3/8)
• Had seven points, 12 rebounds, one block and a steal at home versus Maryland (2/15)
• Scored 14 points with seven rebounds and a career-best five assists in an overtime loss at No. 2 Syracuse (2/1) ... was 6-of-10 from the field and grabbed six offensive rebounds in the game
• Registered his second double-double of the season with 14 points and 10 rebounds at No. 18 Pittsburgh (1/27) ... was 5-of-5 from the field with six offensive rebounds in the win ... also had two assists, two blocks and a steal
• Posted a season-best three blocks at Miami (1/22) ... also had eight points, seven rebounds and a steal in the win
• Had nine points, eight rebounds and two assists against NC State (1/18)
• Recorded his first career double-double in a home win over Virginia (1/13) ... finished with 10 points and a career-high 15 rebounds (five offensive) to go along with two assists, a block and two steals
• Had six points and 10 rebounds versus Georgia Tech (1/7)
• Went 5-of-5 from the free throw line and finished with seven points and 14 rebounds in a win over Eastern Michigan (12/28) ... six rebounds came on the offensive end of the floor
• Scored 11 points on 5-of-6 shooting and added seven rebounds, two assists and two blocks against UCLA (12/19)
• Came off the bench for six points and six rebounds in a win over No. 22 Michigan (12/3) ... made all three field goal attempts in 17 minutes of action
• Scored a career-best 17 points against No. 5 Kansas (11/12) ... was 7-of-9 from the field
• Made all four shots from the field and finished with 10 points in a season-opening win over Davidson (11/8)
• Member of the All-ACC Academic Team
• Appeared in 32 games with seven starts ... averaged 4.0 points and 2.9 rebounds per game ... was 51-of-94 (.543) from the field
• Finished second on the team with 42 offensive rebounds ... averaged 4.1 offensive rebounds per 40 minutes played
• Averaged 6.7 points, 4.8 rebounds and 0.8 blocks per contest while shooting 51.0 percent from the floor during 13 games while Ryan Kelly was sidelined with an injury
• Drew starts in six consecutive games versus Miami (1/23), Maryland (1/26), Wake Forest (1/30), Florida State (2/2), N.C. State (2/7) and Boston College (2/10)
• Scored a season-high 14 points on 5-of-7 shooting from the field in a win over Boston College (2/24)
• Totaled eight rebounds, including three offensive boards, against North Carolina (2/13) ... grabbed two defensive rebounds and a steal on three straight North Carolina possessions in the first half to preserve a nearly three-minute scoreless drought by the Tar Heels
• Went 4-of-4 from the field to score 11 points in a win over Florida State (2/2) ... registered his fourth double-figure scoring effort in the last six games
• Drew his first career start at Miami (1/23), responding with 13 points on a career-high six field goals
• Pulled down a season-high 10 rebounds against Georgia Tech (1/17) for his first career double-digit rebounding performance ... also added six points, two steals and a block in 28 minutes of action
• Reached double-figure scoring against N.C. State (1/12), recording 10 points on 5-of-7 shooting from the field
• Scored eight points on 3-of-6 shooting in a win over Cornell (12/19)
• Totaled seven points, two rebounds, one assist and one block over nine minutes of action against Temple (12/8)
• Notched the first double-figure scoring game of his career with a 12-point performance against Delaware (12/1) ... also pulled down six rebounds, including three on the offensive end, in 21 minutes of action ... converted the first three-point play of his career
• Grabbed a key offensive rebound just before the end of the half in the Battle 4 Atlantis title game win over No. 2 Louisville (11/24) ... Seth Curry buried a three-point field goal at the buzzer following the offensive rebound by Jefferson
• Went 2-of-4 from the field to score four points in 13 minutes of action against Florida Gulf Coast (11/18) ... also pulled down two rebounds in addition to registering two blocks and two steals
• Came off the bench to tally five points, two rebounds, one assist and one steal in his Duke debut against Georgia State (11/9)
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• Contributed eight points, three rebounds, two steals and an assist for the East Team in the 2012 McDonald's All-American game
• Named MVP of the black team at the 2012 Derby Classic in Louisville after recording 26 points in a 130-127 loss
• Named Gatorade Boys Basketball Player of the Year for Pennsylvania in back-to-back years as a junior and senior ... also a two-time Philadelphia Inquirer All-Southeastern Pennsylvania player of the year
• Finished his high school career with 1,569 points, 839 rebounds and 189 blocks ... led the Phoenix to a 98-14 record, four Pennsylvania Independent Schools Tournament titles and two Friends Schools League crowns
• A three-time First Team All-Friends League selection
• Led Friends Central to a 21-5 record as a senior and the program's fourth consecutive Pennsylvania Independent Schools Championship ... had 14 points and 10 rebounds in a 66-47 title game win over Westtown
• Averaged 19.9 points, 10.2 rebounds and 2.7 steals per game, while shooting 58.4 percent from the field in 2011-12
• Earned ESPN High School All-American honors as a senior
• Named a USA Today All-USA second team selection as a senior
• Scored 26 points and grabbed 18 rebounds in a 62-49 win over Kellam [Va.] in the 7 Cities Roundball Classic
• Had 24 points, 15 rebounds and four blocks in a 74-67 win over perennial state power Penn Wood to win the Kobe Bryant Classic
• Averaged 19 points per game while earning second team all-tournament honors at the 2011 City of Palms Classic
• Guided Friends Central to a 23-4 and No. 38 ranking in the FAB 50 as a junior ... helped the Phoenix to state and league titles
• Averaged 17.7 points, 9.7 rebounds and 1.9 blocks per game during the 2010-11 season ... earned state player of the year, all-state and all-league honors
• Recorded 23 points and 12 rebounds as Friends Central defeated Quality Education Academy (N.C.), ranked No. 19 in ESPN Rise rankings, at the Big Apple Basketball Invitational in New York City
• Played varsity as a freshman and sophomore, helping Friends Central to league titles both seasons ... named All-Friends League as a sophomore
• Helped Friends Central to a 24-2 record, including a 10-0 mark in league play in 2009-10
• Was named 2010 Pennsylvania Independent Schools Tournament MVP after guiding Friends Central to a 72-52 win over Germantown Academy in the title game ... led the team with a game-high 31 points and 10 rebounds in the championship game
• Scored 23 points in 20 minutes of action in the 2011 Boost Mobile Elite 24 game in Venice Beach, Calif.
• Led the 2011 NBPA Top 100 Camp in scoring at 20.8 points per game
• Scored 25 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to help USA 2012 Blue rally for a 114-107 over USA 2013 Red in the title game of 2011 adidas Nations ... averaged 19.4 points and 7.0 rebounds per game in five games at the event, which was played in Los Angeles
• Ranked as the No. 21 recruit and No. 3 power forward by Scout.com, the No. 25 recruit and No. 4 power forward by ESPN.com and the No. 36 recruit and No. 7 power forward by Rivals.com
• Ranked 21st by the Recruiting Services Consensus Index
• Pronounced a-meel
• Born Amile O. Jefferson in Philadelphia, Pa. on May 7, 1993
• Son of Malcolm Musgrove and Quetta Jefferson
• Has a brother, Malcolm, and four sisters, Amoni, Amesa, Amea and Milan
• Father, Malcolm, played basketball at Delaware State from 1992-94
• Played AAU with Philly's Finest
• Hobbies include bowling and listening to music
• Favorite athletes are Kevin Durant and Allen Iverson
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Topic Overview
Sex and sexuality communicate a great deal: affection, love, esteem, warmth, sharing, and bonding. These gifts are as much the right of older adults as they are of those who are much younger.
Three aspects of sexuality are covered in this topic: the changes that come with aging, suggestions on how to adjust to these changes, and information about sexually transmitted infections.
In most healthy adults, pleasure and interest in sex do not diminish with age. Age alone is no reason to change the sexual practices that you have enjoyed throughout your life. But you may have to make a few minor adjustments to accommodate any physical limitations you may have or the effects of certain illnesses or medicines.
Common Physical Changes in Men
Most physical changes are the result of gradually decreasing testosterone levels. These changes affect energy, strength, muscle and fat mass, bone density, and sexual function.
- A man's sexual response begins to slow down after age 50. But a man's sexual drive is more likely to be affected by his health and his attitude about sex and intimacy than by his age.
- It may take longer for a man to get an erection, and more time needs to pass between erections.
- Erections will be less firm. But a man who has good blood flow to his penis will be able to have erections that are firm enough for sexual intercourse throughout his entire life. For more information, see the topic Erection Problems.
- Older men are able to delay ejaculation for a longer time.
Common Physical Changes in Women
Most physical changes take place after menopause and are the result of decreased estrogen levels. These changes can be altered if a woman is taking hormone therapy.
- It may take longer for a woman to become sexually excited.
- The walls of the vagina become thinner and drier and are more easily irritated during sexual intercourse.
- Orgasms may be somewhat shorter than they used to be, and the contractions experienced during orgasm can be less intense.
Not all women experience these problems. Those who do can experiment to find ways to enjoy sex despite these physical changes.
Cultural and Psychological Factors
In addition to physical changes, there are cultural and psychological factors that affect sexuality in later years. For example, in our culture, sexuality is equated with youthful looks and youthful vigor. Too many people seem to think that as a person ages, he or she becomes less desirable and less of a sexual being. Older adults may accept this stereotype and buy into the notion that they are not permitted or expected to be sexual.
Joy in sex and loving knows no age barriers. Almost everyone has the capacity to find lifelong pleasure in sex. To believe in the myth that older people have no interest in sex is to miss out on wonderful possibilities.
Being single through choice, divorce, or widowhood can present a problem also. As you get older, you may not have as many people in your age group to choose from for partners. Women and men who are single may not know how to deal with their sexual feelings. Generally speaking, it is better to express your desires than to suppress them until you are no longer aware that they exist.
Physical and emotional needs change with time and circumstance. Intimacy and sexuality may or may not be important to you. The issue here is one of choice. If you freely decide that sex is no longer right for you, then that is the correct decision. It is possible to live a fulfilling life without sex. But if you choose to continue enjoying your sexuality, you deserve support and encouragement. You may still find uncharted sensual territories to explore.
Staying Sexual
Just as exercise is the key to maintaining fitness and health, having sex on a regular basis is the best way to maintain sexual capacity.
And just as it's never too late to start an exercise program, it's never too late to start having sex. Many older people who have been celibate for years develop satisfying sexual practices within new loving relationships. For others, self-stimulation (masturbation) is common and poses no health risks or side effects.
You may have sexual changes as you get older. But some changes may be the first sign of a medical problem. So talk with your doctor about any changes that concern you. He or she may be able to recommend treatments that will help you.
Here are some other considerations:
- To enhance sexual response, use more foreplay and direct contact with sexual organs.
- The mind is an erogenous zone. Fantasy and imagination help arouse some people. Try setting the mood with candlelight and soft music, or whatever else "turns you on."
- Many medicines, especially high blood pressure medicines, tranquilizers, and some heart medicines, inhibit sexual response. Ask your doctor about these side effects. Your doctor may be able to reduce your dosage or prescribe different medicines. Do not stop taking prescription medicines without talking with your doctor first.
- Colostomies, mastectomies, and other procedures that involve changes in physical appearance need not put an end to sexual pleasure. Communicating openly about your fears and expectations can bring you and your partner closer together and help you overcome barriers. If needed, a little counseling for both of you can help you adjust.
- People who have heart conditions can enjoy full, satisfying sex lives. Most doctors recommend that you abstain from sex for only a brief time following a heart attack. If you have angina, ask your doctor about taking nitroglycerin before you have sex. Do not take Viagra if you are using nitroglycerin.
- If arthritis keeps you from enjoying sex, experiment with different positions. Try placing cushions under your hips. Also try home treatment for arthritis pain. For more information, see the topic Osteoarthritis.
- Use a water-based vaginal lubricant, such as Astroglide or K-Y Jelly, to reduce vaginal dryness or irritation. Do not use petroleum jelly. A doctor can also prescribe a vaginal cream containing estrogen, which will help reverse the changes in the vaginal tissues.
- Drink alcohol only in moderation. Small amounts of alcohol may heighten your sexual responsiveness by squelching your inhibitions. Larger amounts of alcohol may actually decrease your sexual performance.
- Prescription medicines that can enhance the sexual response are available. Some people find that herbs such as ginkgo biloba and ginseng enhance their sexual function. Both prescription drugs and herbal remedies carry the risk of side effects.
Other Aspects of Sexuality
Sexuality goes far beyond the physical act itself. It is part of who we are. It involves our needs for touch, affection, and intimacy.
Touch is a wonderful and needed sensation. Babies who are not touched do not thrive. Children who are not touched develop emotional problems. Touch is important to older adults as well. Touch helps us feel connected with others and enhances our sexuality.
- Get a massage. Professional massages are wonderful, but simple shoulder and neck rubs feel great, too. Find a friend who will trade shoulder rubs with you.
- Look for hugs. Everybody needs them. Some people are a little shy about hugs, but it's okay to ask, "Would you like a hug?"
- Consider getting a pet. Caring for a pet can help meet your needs for touch. Some studies have shown that older people who have pets to care for live longer.
To give and receive affection is a wonderful feeling. If you like someone, be sure to let them know. If someone seems to like you, appreciate it. It is never too late to make new friends and strengthen bonds with longtime companions.
Intimacy is the capacity for a close physical or emotional connection with another person. Intimacy is a great protector against depression.
Talking with a confidant can help ease life's problems. When you lose a loved one, intimacy may be what you miss most. You may not find someone to fully replace a loved one who died, but you can begin to rebuild intimacy in your life in the following ways:
- Turn to your children, siblings, or old and new friends.
- Look for another person who is in the same situation as you are. One of the richest benefits of support groups is that members often find intimacy with one another.
- Be available to others. Just as you need people, there are people who need you too.
Sexually Transmitted Infections
Sexually transmitted infections —also known as STIs or venereal diseases—are infections passed from person to person through sexual intercourse, genital contact, or contact with semen, vaginal fluids, or blood.
Older people may think of STIs as a problem that affects only young people. But because of physical changes related to age, older adults who are exposed to STIs may be more likely than young people to get STIs.
As you age, your immune system is not as strong, so it's harder to fight off disease. And women who are past menopause have thinner vaginal walls and less vaginal moisture than they did before menopause. Using a lubricant, such as K-Y Jelly, may keep you from getting a sore or a tiny cut on your penis or inside your vagina. This can reduce your risk of getting STIs or HIV.
Practice safer sex. For older adults, this means always using condoms and lubricants until you are in a monogamous relationship and know your partner's sexual history and HIV status.
STIs can affect anyone, no matter what his or her age. Talk openly with your partner about STIs, and take whatever precautions are needed to protect yourself before you engage in any form of sexual contact. If you think you may have an STI, see your doctor.
For more information, see:
Other Places To Get Help
|Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention
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|National Institute on Aging
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This website for older adults offers aging-related health information. The website's senior-friendly features include large print, simple navigation, and short, easy-to-read segments of information. A visitor to this website can click special buttons to hear the text aloud, make the text larger, or turn on higher contrast for easier viewing.
The site was developed by the National Institute on Aging and the National Library of Medicine, both part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). NIHSeniorHealth features up-to-date health information from NIH. Also, the American Geriatrics Society provides independent review of some of the material found on this website.
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- American Geriatrics Society (2011). Safe sex for seniors. Available online: http://www.healthinaging.org/resources/resource:safe-sex-tips-for-seniors.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2008). What Persons Aged 50 and Older Can Do. Available online: http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/topics/over50/protection.htm.
- Johnson LE, Alline KM (2007). Sexual health. In RJ Ham et al., eds., Primary Care Geriatrics, 5th ed., pp. 401–407. Philadelphia: Mosby Elsevier.
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(AP) -- Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals Inc. has recalled several doses of its generic version of Lipitor because some batches of the cholesterol fighter may contain small glass particles.
Patients can call the pharmacy where they filled their prescriptions if they are not sure about whether their prescription came from one of the recalled lot numbers.
Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals is a subsidiary of Indian drugmaker Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd. The company said in a regulatory filing with the Bombay Stock Exchange its investigation into the recall will be completed within two weeks.
Lipitor, long the world's top-selling drug, lost U.S. patent protection nearly a year ago. Ranbaxy began selling its generic version of the drug last December, as did Watson Pharmaceuticals Inc., which made a version authorized by Pfizer. Several more generic versions of the drug then hit the market last May.


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At least eight people were killed and 38 injured Sunday when a tour bus careened out of control while traveling down a Southern California mountain road, struck a car, flipped and plowed into a pickup truck, authorities said.
The accident occurred around 6:30 p.m. about 80 miles east of Los Angeles and left State Route 38 littered with debris, the bus sideways across the two lanes and its front end crushed.
Emergency crews worked to free passengers who were trapped in the bus, which was returning to Tijuana, Mexico, California Highway Patrol spokesman Mario Lopez said.
A representative of the Mexican consulate was on-scene, reports CBS Los Angeles station KCBS-TV, citing the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans).
The violence of the crash and severity of the injuries made for a chaotic scene, and authorities had a difficult time determining how many people were injured or killed. Lopez said at least eight and perhaps 10 were dead, and 38 transported to hospitals.
Caltrans spokeswoman Michelle Profant said the scene was shocking.
"It's really a mess up there with body parts," she said.
The bus driver survived and told investigators the bus suffered brake problems as it headed down the mountain, Lopez said. It rear-ended a sedan and flipped, then struck a pickup truck pulling a trailer.
Lettering on the bus indicated that it was operated by Scapadas Magicas LLC, a company based in National City, Calif. Federal transportation records show that the company is licensed to carry passengers for interstate travel and that it had no crashes in the past two years.
A call to the company was not immediately returned.
Jordi Garcia, a manager for InterBus Tours, said his company ran Sunday's trip. He told UT San Diego that 38 people departed Tijuana at 5 a.m. for a day of skiing at Big Bear.
"The information that we have is that the bus' brakes failed and the accident occurred," he said.
Route 38 runs through the San Bernardino National Forest and leads to Big Bear. The accident occurred as the bus was headed south and leaving the forest.
Patients were taken to several area hospitals with injuries ranging from minor to life-threatening.
The California crash comes less than a day after a bus carrying 42 high school students and their chaperones slammed into an overpass in Boston. Massachusetts state police said 35 people were injured and that the driver had directed the bus onto a road with a height limit.
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The fairy tale courtship did not turn into a happily-ever-after....
Not until her husband dropped dead, that is. He had been horrible enough to Christiana during their short marriage, and she was not going to allow the traditional period of mourning to ruin her sisters' debuts as well. So she decides to put him on ice and go on as if nothing's happened....
Until the real earl appears. Richard Fairgrave had every intention of confronting his villainous twin who had robbed him of his name and title - only to discover that he had died. Quietly assuming his identity, Richard must now deal with a maddening desire for his ravishing inherited "wife" - certainly a gold digger and possibly a murderess. And Christiana must deal with an unwanted new "husband"... and they both must figure out what to do before the ice melts!
©2011 Lynsay Sands (P)2011 HarperCollins Publishers
HOPEFUL ROMANTIC. I Enjoy Historical & Inspirational Romances With Great Narration. Oh, And I give Honest Reviews with No Spoilers. ;-)
I'm with the majority on this book....I thought it was funny and entertaining. It was romantic with just enough silly humor to keep me smiling. It is a good escape when you need some silly in your life. I realize everyone has a different sense of humor but if you enjoy silly romantic fun then you will enjoy this! If you enjoy only serious romances all the time then you probably need a good laugh. Try laughing sometime its good for you!!
mainly read romances and books for a book club that take me all over the map.
"Laugh out Loud Funny Romance"
Yes, I will almost certainly be listening to this one again. It is so funny and entertaining. When I sought out this book it was just the perfect comedic touch I needed on a rough day.
Get your daily dose of laughs.
"Funny. Reminded me of "Weekend at Bernie's""
Silly but enjoyable just the same. Nasty husband dies. Heroine and her sisters try to cover it up so they won't have to go into mourning because the sisters need to marry rich husbands quickly to pay off father's gaming debts. Identical twin brother who is the real earl shows up although he's supposed to be dead. The dead body gets moved around. Fun listen.
"The Countess most enjoyable"
Probably. Very entertaining.
When Richard showed up at the ball.
Love scene with Dickie's body in the bed.
At first, the narrator was a bit of a distraction with a strong accent, but I changed my mind and found her to be a delightful reader. I enjoyed her very much....she was especially great with her change of voice for each character.
Some parts I found quite "steamy". Loved it. Kept my mind off of my everyday worries.
"Loved it"
I guess humor like many things is all relative. I thought this book was hilarious, verging on slapstick. I could just imagine the shenanigans in my mind. It is farfetched and silly, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. If you take everything literally, maybe this isn???t your cup of tea, but if you want escapism and some laughs this is it.
I listen to audio books and knit. Usually at the same time.
"Screwball comedy will make you laugh out loud!"
So far, The Countess has no comparison. I did not expect a historical romance to be so laugh-out-loud funny. I have never had that experience before. I hope to find other books like it.
Sarah Coomes is like the William Shatner of historical romance narration. Her pacing tends to the over-dramatic, with oddly-timed, suspenseful pauses in her phrasing. She was perfect for this book! So much of the humor was in the delivery, and Sarah Coomes was spot on.
I laughed so many times, which was wholly unexpected. Even laughed on a second listen. I snorted and guffawed enough that my husband couldn't believe I was actually listening to a historical romance. He thought I must have chosen a new genre. Now he wants to listen to this book too!
I never expected a screwball comedy in a historical romance novel. It was such a pleasant surprise! No matter how the characters were described, in my mind all I could see was Cary Grant and Claudette Colbert. This was a delightfully funny, farcical romp that was well worth the credit. Excellent work, Lynsay Sands!
I love being swept away by a new romance and thankfully Audible's ever growing Library means I get to indulge myself over and over again
I am only on chapter 4 and I'm already thinking of stopping it and writing it off as a bad buy. I know some reviews have loved this as a slapstick book but I thought it would have been a romance book as other Lyndsay Sands books have been and which I have loved, but this is just painful.
If you want a silly, stupid and farcical book then buy this but I'm off to listen to something else..
"more like a glorious 10 stars"
This is by far one of my favorites of the many many many regency era London romances! I laughed so hard I had tears running down my cheeks and cried with wry smile.. It's a fun book!!! Its a hilarious ride with a dead body in tow, several love and (gasp) erotic subplots and several who dunits all rolled together with a promise of fantastic fun!
Hm... tough question. I love this genre and had stumbled upon it while being entralled with a different author of fantasy / fantasy romance who had also written a couple historic romance I thought I'd try. I was hooked! My point being that I have been delighted with so many that I often find a realllly good one and this one is at the top of that list. I love regency london. And the hilarity is truly hilarious and the romance romantic. It encompasses the best of each with abandon!
Oh thats a hard question... I can't choose! There are just too many.
As I already stated most imfatically YES! I LAUGHED to the point that people in the next room came to see what was so funny, I rarely laugh out loud with such volume! I cried so hard my eyes were red. But its a lark... and at no point does it take itself seriously unless seriously fun is what is meant!
I didn't get mad at any point. Those books that I would throw if it were paper it is not! Really, if you want seriousness and that frustrated anger that some books en cite then this one isn't for you... but if you want a go get it whodunit mystery of the hysterical sort then this one won't disappoint you!
"So very funny!"
Of course Sarah Coomes rules again! She is so great and when she performs as a guy its pretty convincing! At one point, Christiana is drunk and hilarious, I don't think it would have been as funny if I would have been reading it.
I think my favorite part of this book was when Christiana and Richard meet at the Ball. I was dying laughing!
The plot was funny and very entertaining...I could not put it down.However one thing that always erks me is how all the women of London society always lose there head and can't seem to keep there virginity in tact after being kissed or touch by a man lol.....is there one book where the women of that period does not go all stary eye after a mere kiss.Or maintain her virginity without the man being the one to have the sense or is gentleman enough to stop before her reputation is destroy... the regency period is a good break from the paranormal which I have been stuck in lol....
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Join University of Maryland University College (UMUC) faculty, students, staff, and friends for a lecture and reception in honor of the dedication of the new university sculpture. Distinguished speaker Dr. Johnnetta B. Cole, president of Bennett College for Women, will unveil the sculpture, created by renowned Maryland artist Phillip Ratner.UMUC commissioned the sculpture to celebrate the university's commitment to accessible education for adult students worldwide.
Thursday, September 29, 2005
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Kaitlin Kenney of Englewood last was seen alive on Jan. 11 at a river camp near Tapeats Creek on the north side of the river. Despite an extensive search on land and along the river, park rangers found no sign of her.
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Donkey Kong Arcade Machine RestorePosted: May 2nd, 2012 | Author: Gregg | Filed under: Tech | Tags: arcade, arcade cabinet, arcade machine, arcade machine project, cabinet, cap kit, dk, dkong, donkey kong, donkey kong arcade, fistfull of quarters, home arcade, king of kong, kong off, mame, restore, t-molding | 2 Comments »
Back in 2008 I was getting in to MAME arcade machines. I think I even have a few posts on this blog about the Dig Dug machine that I gutted and made into a MAME.
Seeing the film "The King of Kong – A fistfull of quarters" really solidified my want for a REAL Donkey Kong cabinet. One reason being that after I saw the movie I initially played on my MAME Dig Dug machine until I got to 21st place in the world back in 2008 at 184,000. So I happen to come across the machine on craigslist. A buddy of mine found it on the Janesville, WI craigslist site and sent me the link. The guy was asking $300 for a fair quality Donkey Kong cabinet. I got him to let it go for $280. The only problem was the red color no longer output to the monitor properly.
So I got it home and powered it up, and took the geekiest picture I could think of.
Here are some pics showing the general state that the machine was in, bad t-molding, chips, cigarette burns, etc.
I got the machine out to my garage and got to work.
Note the monitor chassis bolts.
And the blue-ness………Why Red??!?! That's my favorite color.
The first order of business was installing the Cap kit. A cap kit is where you desolder and resolder in new capacitors on the monitor board. Over time the sweet goodness in the capacitors can dry out, leading to dull colors and even colors missing completely. 😉
I was really worried about stopping my heard and being unable to start it up again, so I read this site many times on the precautions and used speaker wire with a clip to ground out the NODE (cathode or anode..I'm blank right now).
Bingo, now that I'm not dead (thank you friends) here is the removed monitor board:
A shot of the 4-board version of my DK board. This is the one where it says "Nintendo" on the main screen, not "Nintendo of America". So I was able to use the ladder hack and never have a barrel land on me as long as my hand was at the top of the ladder. Unfortunately, twin galaxies does not recognize scores submitted using this board! So I need to find a 2-board version. TKG-03 is the current board.
So guess what? The cap-kit on the monitor did NOT fix my issue with the Red color not being displayed. I found this site: http://www.brasington.org/arcade/tech/dk/ which shows screens of each chip being disabled, so you can locate your problem. I had a bad 2J PROM chip, yaaaaay! So what did I do? I ordered a new PROM set to replace the bad one on my 4-board version, and also ordered a 2-board version that is recognized for setting official scores. So now I can sell my 4-board, because the 2-board is now in the cab and working great. The 4-board is fixed too!
Look at that! I beat my previous record on an official 2-board dedicated Donkey Kong cabinet!
Now to fix up the machine.
Here's what I ordered:
-New white t-molding all 'round
-New overlays and instructions
-New coin sticker
-New joystick repair parts
-New buttons (stupid smokers)
-New plexy with art for the control panel
-New Side-art
-Donkey Kong Blue paint bucket
-Replacement LED backlight for marquee
I started out by sanding the crap out of the machine until it was smooth, then bondo on all of the imperfections. Most of the corners were pretty beat up so I had to use some shims and nail them in to make perfect corners.
Shot of the underside of the control panel.
All taped up and sanded.
I went with 3 coats of primer paint white, and 4 coats of Donkey Kong blue. Turned out AMAZING.
Sand blasting the coin door and repainting made all the difference.
I had a blast.
The back looks soo much better without the chew marks. lol
All in all, I had a blast on this project, and LOVE playing this machine.
Final Pics:
I think it looks great in my (old dining room) Arcade.
Thanks for checking this out! Let me know if you have any questions.