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In 1979, Ken Taylor, the then-Canadian ambassador to Iran, and his wife Pat, sheltered a group of American hostages in their Tehran home. The six Americans stayed there in secret for three months until a plan was hatched to smuggle them out of Iran. This, of course, formed the basis for the Oscar-winning film 'Argo.'
On Sunday, James Lipton interviewed Ken and Pat Taylor about what it was like for their lives to be the subject of a critically acclaimed movie. Just hours later, 'Argo' won three Oscars, including the coveted Best Picture award. Real-life hero Ken Taylor, who was played by Victor Garber in the Hollywood version of his life, described the film as 'timely and pertinent.' While the Taylors acknowledged that some liberties and poetic license were taken with the movie, they also noted that the finished work was 'tense and thrilling.'

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My husband would like to get our daughter a small nativity/creche for Christmas this year. He looked on-line but would prefer to actually see the set in person before he purchases it. Can you please recommend somewhere in the area, like a Christmas store, or a church's gift store, that sells a variety of different nativity sets. Thanks! already thinking about the holidays
Hi all. I would like to buy a nice creche (nativity scene). I've tried a couple of antique stores (and Cost Plus) with no luck. Does anyone have any ideas? I'm looking for one that is neither too cute nor too abstract... Tahani
The Boston Museum of Fine Arts has a very beautiful one, with all European looking pieces. It's available at their web site. http://www.mfa.org/shop/
www.christmasdepot.com has 47 nativity scenes. I didn't have time to look through them all, but it's worth looking.
1. Hearthsong on 4th Street in Berkeley has a nativity set that I liked. It's about $45, all lightwieght wooden figures that you stain yourself. The set comes with the wood stain and instructions. It's about a 10 or 11 piece set, I think.
2. I remember either last year or the year before seeing some very nice (though I think they were rather expensive) nativity sets at a store on Piedmont Ave. in Oakland. I think its called FolkArt.
3. You might also try calling some of the Christian Bookstores. They may carry nativities as well.
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"Anybody who knows me knows that daddy didn't raise no punk bitch!"
- Kid Sister
One of rap's most promising new stars, Kid Sister is a Midwestern hip-hop honey who burst onto the scene earlier this year with the irresistible single "Pro Nails." The nostalgia-tinged novelty song has since risen to No. 21 on the U.S. singles charts and has prompted a bidding war for her ample talents. "My phone has been ringing off the hook," she says. "But it's good, it's exciting and it's really, really flattering. This feels really good."
Kid Sister BiographyMelissa Young was born on July 22, 1980, in the Chicago suburbs of Markham, Illinois. A free spirit with a keen interest in showbiz, she attended Chicago's Columbia College where she majored in film. Unfortunately, she soon discovered her degree wasn't worth the paper it was printed on and she was forced to scramble to find gainful employment.
kid sister tried to stay afloat"I had to get a job at Bath & Body Works, a reggae bar and a children's clothing store called Little Threads," she says. "I had those three jobs and I was still on public aid. You hear about the working poor, yadda yadda -- I was the working poor, barely making my rent; rent was like three weeks late."
kid sister starts rapping, works with kanye west and a-trak Kid Sister finally found a way to break free in 2005 when she began rapping at a series of monthly dance parties hosted by her brother Josh Young, one half of the popular Chicago duo Flosstradamus. Despite being a neophyte, Kid Sister proved to be a natural behind the mic, and she soon attracted the attention of several prominent players, including Grammy Award winner Kanye West, who was so enamored with her song "Pro Nails" that he decided to record a remix of the upbeat single. She's also worked with Kanye West's producer A-Trak.
"I didn't even know [Kanye West] was going to do the song or the video," Kid Sister recalls. "He never even gave me any inkling. I was at the movies, seeing Spider-Man 3 when he told me he would drop the verse. Then he told me, 'I'll totally do the video.' It's super crazy for me."


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The rumors that CM Punk is planning to return to the WWE anytime soon are just fan speculation and wishes. Punk did an interview with Red Eye Chicago on Thursday and made some pointed comments about his status in the world of professional wrestling. In the interview, Punk said that he is happy he is retired at the age of 35.
Ever since CM Punk walked out on the WWE the night after the "WWE Royal Rumble," there have been countless rumors that he would return. People expected him to return to the "WWE Monday Night Raw" in his hometown of Chicago and he never showed up. People claimed the entire walk out was staged and he would make his big return at "Wrestlemania 30." He never showed up.
People are now acting like he will make his return at "WWE Payback" this Sunday, since it is taking place in Chicago. It won't happen. CM Punk is about to get married to AJ Lee and he won't be coming back to a pay-per-view right before his wedding. His contract expires in July, so don't expect to see CM Punk back after that either. CM Punk is retired and seems to be happy.
One thing that fans should notice about CM Punk since he returned to the public eye is that he doesn't talk about the WWE. When he was on "The Talking Dead," nothing was mentioned about his wrestling career. When he was in the press box at the Chicago Cubs game, he talked a little about the history of wrestling at Wrigley Field, but that was it. In this new interview, he mainly just talked about Chicago sports and his fandom.
Vince McMahon once told investors that CM Punk was on sabbatical. Almost four months later and CM Punk is talking about how much he loves his spare time, he is about to get married, and said he is happy to be retired. With his contract up in two months, WWE fans might need to realize that CM Punk is retired.


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QUICKLY: The University of Colorado soccer team opens the 2013 season with the third annual Colorado Cup. CU opens the Cup in Denver at 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 23 against Northern Colorado. Denver and Colorado College follow with a match-up at 7:30 p.m. Play comes to Prentup on Sunday, Aug. 25. Denver and Northern Colorado lead off the day at noon, with CU and CC concluding the tournament at 2:30 p.m. CU is undefeated in two Colorado Cups, taking home the trophy both years, while never allowing a goal.
INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES: For those members of the media wishing to interview the women's soccer team during the season, please contact Graduate Assistant Sports Information Director/Soccer Contact Marlee Horn at (303) 492-7525 or email@example.com.
COLORADO VS. NORTHERN COLORADO: CU leads the series 6-0, shutting out the Bears and scoring at least two goals all six times. Last season, CU defeated UNC 3-0 in Greeley on the first day of the Cup, behind goals from Anne Stuller (on her way to three two-goal efforts in four games) and Nikki Machalek (in her debut collegiate game). This will be the teams' first match-up on neutral ground.
SCOUTING THE BEARS: The Bears return seven starters, including five All-Big Sky Conference team members, from last year's team that went 6-7-5. After winning the regular season conference title in 2011, UNC fell to fifth in 2012. The Bears return 70 percent of their scoring power from last season, and look strong defensively, with 2012 Big Sky Goalkeeper of the Year Natalie D'Adamio returning at the net. UNC has yet to win a game in the Colorado Cup.
COLORADO VS. COLORADO COLLEGE: The Buffs have a 6-2-1 series advantage over the Tigers. Last season, neither team scored through two overtimes, marking the sixth time the Buffs shut out the Tigers. The Buffs have been undefeated against the Tigers since 1997, when CU fell 3-0 in Boulder.
SCOUTING THE TIGERS: The Tigers return seven starters that combined for nearly half the team's points last season. In 2012, CC posted a 14-4-5 overall record, including an impressive 8-2-1 conference mark. The Tigers advanced to the NCAA Tournament, where they fell in the first round to fellow in-state rival Denver. CC has lost its leading scorer, Brittney Lyman, who scored six goals and added eight assists in her final season.
SHOULDER TO SHOULDER: Stand shoulder to shoulder with head coach Danny Sanchez and the CU Soccer team as they host Colorado College in the first Buffs athletic event of the year. In honor of the first home game of the season, we will be celebrating Student Appreciation Day where there will be free Half Fast Subs and prizes for students that attend. Make sure to sit in the Buff Brigade cheering section and help give CU Soccer a real home field advantage. Located at the north end of Prentup Field the Brigade will be loud and spirited as they cheer the Buffs to victory!
COLORADO CUP: The Colorado Cup is a tournament that brings together four major Colorado universities and colleges to celebrate the game of soccer in this beautiful state. Beginning in the 2011 season, the Cup includes the University of Colorado, the University of Northern Colorado, the University of Denver and Colorado College. CU has won both trophies, defeating UNC 3-0 both seasons and routing CC 5-0 in 2011 and tying the Tigers 0-0 last season. In both tournaments, CU has won on goal differential.
COLORADO NATIVE: The Cup also allows the public to watch local Colorado players who have risen through the ranks of state youth programs. A total of 44 players from the four teams hail from the Centennial State. These players come from 24 cities and 32 different high schools. Littleton, Centennial and Colorado Springs supplied the most players, with five players hailing from each city. Littleton and Colorado Springs are the most diverse, with natives attending three of the four universities. Four players have come out of Fairview High School, with Grandview and Smoky Hill following with three apiece. UNC has the most Coloradan players, with 19. Denver is next with 12, while CU and CC have nine and four, respectively.
WHO'S RETURNING: The Buffaloes return 16 players, including 13 letter-winners and eight starters. Four of the team's top five scorers return, led by senior Anne Stuller, who netted eight goals and had two assists last season. Fellow seniors and co-captains Hayley Hughes (two goals and three assists) and Annie Brunner (70 saves and 7.1 shutouts) hope to lead the team to victory in the 2013 season. The team also has a strong young presence. Sophomores Madison Krauser, a member of the Pac-12 Freshman Team, and Emily Paxton combined for a total of 11 points in their first season.
WHO'S GONE: The Buffs bid farewell to nine players, including six seniors, three of whom were starters. Midfielder Amy Barczuk concluded her career at CU by breaking numerous records and earning a place on the All-Pac-12 Second Team. Barczuk has continued her soccer career as a second round draft pick by the Western New York Flash in the inaugural NWSL Draft. Other 2012 senior starters Shaye Marshall and Quinn Krier combined for eight assists in the midfield. Reserve keeper Kayla Millar closed out a career that included helping CU to its first win in the Pac-12. CU also lost two more seniors, Lauren Shaner and Erin Bricker, who provided extra minutes off the bench. Jenna Glad, Courtney Dudley and Elise Romano, who played a combined 386 minutes in their freshmen campaigns, will not be returning this season.
WHO'S NEW: CU welcomes nine newcomers. The group includes seven freshmen and two transfers. Californians lead the pack with four players: Alyssa Herwatt, Hannah Dearborn, Mikaela Kraus and Tori Cooper. Washington follows with two: Sydney Carlson and Brianna Hooks. Three other players expand Buff Nation, becoming the first players from their respective states. Kenzie Tillitt hails from Nevada, Brooke Rice from Wyoming and Alex Huynh from New South Wales, Australia. Cooper and Rice both have two seasons of collegiate experience under their belts, coming to Colorado by way of Georgia and Santa Clara, respectively.
ALUMNI GAME: CU welcomed back 17 alumni at last Saturday's preseason exhibition. Brooke Rice, Carly Bolyard, Brie Hooks, Annie Stuller and Tori Cooper all scored goals for the Buffs, with Hayley Hughes, Storie Ledger, Alex Huynh and Olivia Pappalardo contributing assists. Ashley Love was also a presence at net, scoring a goal and adding an assist.
PAC-12 COACHES POLL: Colorado finished 10th in the 2013 Pac-12 Women's Soccer Coaches Poll. UCLA led the group with seven out of 11 possible first-place votes. Four-time defending conference champion and 2012 NCAA runner-up Stanford was just two points shy of the top stop in the poll.
2013 CAPTAINS: Colorado natives Hayley Hughes and Annie Brunner are the 2013 captains. Both seniors had terrific campaigns last season. As a forward in 2012, Hughes started all 20 games and scored two goals and added three assists. She was named to the DU Invitational All-Tournament Team early in the season, helping lead the Buffs to 2-1 victory over Cincinnati. She was also a first-team Capital One CoSIDA Academic All-District and NSCAA Scholar All-West Region honorable mention selection. Brunner played all 20 games, recording 70 saves and a 1.14 goals-against average. Her record-setting three shutouts to open the season helped her to the first Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Week title of the year. She earned CU Athlete of the Week honors for helping shutout out more back-to-back opponents in September. Both excelled in the classroom, with Hughes earning Pac-12 All-Academic first-team and Brunner receiving honorable mention honors.
PATRICK IN NEW POSITION: Rebekah Patrick has been promoted to the CU soccer team Coordinator of Performance Analysis and Camp Operations. Previously, Patrick spent one season as the team's volunteer asssitant coach. Patrick holds a USSF "C" license. She earned her bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Cal State Fullerton in 2006.
BUFFS IN THE LEAGUE: Three former Buffs are currently competing in the newly formed National Women's Soccer League. Amy Barczuk (2009-12) was selected by the Western New York Flash in the second round (the 14th overall pick) of the inaugural NWSL draft. After playing for multiple teams in multiple leagues, Nikki Marshall (2006-09) signed as a free agent with Portland Thorns FC for the inaugural season. Michelle Wenino (2005-08) returned to the Chicago Red Stars as a third round selection in the supplemental draft. The NWSL regular season concluded on August 18, with the Flash taking home the regular season title. The top four teams moved on to the playoff semifinals, which begin on Saturday, Aug. 24, with Portland Thorns FC taking on FC Kansas City at 2 p.m. ET and Western New York Flash facing Sky Blue FC at 8 p.m. ET. Both games will air on FOX Sports 2.
PRO SOCCER: Kate Russell (2008-11), who got her professional start earlier this year as a reserve player with the Boston Breakers, recently signed overseas with LUV Graz in the Austrian Women's Bundesliga. The team opened the season on August 11, with a 6-1 loss to USC Landhaus. Their next match is on Friday, Aug. 25 versus ASV Spratzern.
PRENTUP PASS: General admission and parking are still free at Prentup Field for all CU soccer games, though fans can make a $5 voluntary donation to the Buff Club to support CU soccer when attending a game. Fans looking to further support the team while receiving great benefits, including reserved seating, can purchase a Prentup Pass, Prentup Pass Gold or Prentup Pass Platinum for the 2013 season. For more information please visit CUBuffs.com/prentuppass.


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NEW JERSEY (July 22, 2013) - Its official, highly touted Puerto Rican boxer Thomas Dulorme (18-1, 13 KO's) has an opponent for his upcoming fight on August, 17 as part of an HBO Latino special broadcast starting at 12:30 a.m ET (Sunday) at the Revel Casino-Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Dulorme has signed to fight fellow boricua, Francisco "El Gato" Figueroa (20-5-1, 13 KO's) from the Bronx, New York, who has only been KO'd by former world champion, Randall Baileyin 2009.
This boxing event will be headlined by two 12-round championship fights. IBF middleweight champion, Daniel Geale will be facing Darren Barker in the main event and co-featured by IBF super bantamweight champion, Jhonatan Romero against Kiko Martínez. Both fights will be televised live on HBO BOXING AFTER DARK® beginning at 9:45 p.m. ET/PT.
Since losing his unbeaten record against Luis Abregu in October 2012, Dulorme and his team decided to go down to junior welterweight where he has shown great strength.
"I'm very grateful to my promoters, Gary Shaw, Javier Bustillo and Lou DiBella for giving me this opportunity. Figueroa is a fighter that always trains hard and comes to fight, and I must be well prepared to deal with him," said the 23 year old Dulorme. "I feel very strong and faster at the junior welterweight division and I will prove it on August 17 on HBO Latino."
"The addition of Dulorme vs. Figueroa brings me great pleasure because the card is already stacked with two fantastic main event attractions and this fight is going to be explosive," said Gary Shaw. "The Revel is kicking off their boxing debut with a bang and the fans will be in for a great night of boxing."
"The fans will be surprised with Dulorme's speed and power. He will be a world champion soon," Javier Bustillo said.
"Dulorme is on a mission to get back into title contention and I'm very excited about his future," Lou DibBella stated. "I know Thomas will be more explosive at Jr. Welterweight. Figueroa will be a stiff test, one I believe Dulorme will shine in."
On February 21, Dulorme defeated an overweight Eddie Brooks by first-round knockout and in his last outing he defeated veteran Ben Ankrah in April via unanimous decision.
Dulorme is a member of "Team Puerto Rico Boxing," a prominent boxing promotional group featuring Gary Shaw Productions, DiBella Entertainment and Universal Promotions.
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Tess of the D'Urbervilles
by Thomas Hardy
Tess of the D'Urbervilles Theme of Fate and Free Will
Basically, in the world of Tess of the D'Urbervilles, your history determines your future, but you don't have much control over it. Or do you? Different characters take different views on this.
Does being a D'Urberville mean that Tess necessarily will have the kind of sketchy morality that Angel thinks all aristocrats have? No, of course not. But is Tess's rape a result of her being a D'Urberville? Well, kind of—but only due to bad choices on her father and mother's parts. So whether the tragedy is caused by fate or free will is still an open question at the end of the book.
Questions About Fate and Free Will
- Is Tess's rape a result of fate, or free will?
- Why do so many of the rural characters, like Joan Durbeyfield, like to blame things that happen on fate?
- Why does Tess reject the idea of fate, even though it would help to excuse what happened to her?
- After Tess's rape, the narrator quotes "Tess's own people" who are never tired of saying among each other in their fatalistic way: 'It was to be' (11.64). Does he mean Tess's family, the ancient D'Urberville family, or other common people? Why would their reaction be so "fatalistic"?
Chew on This
Although Tess's tragedy is primarily caused by events over which Tess has no control, it is impossible to argue that her suffering was the result of an adverse, abstract "Fate."
Despite the many characters that blame their misfortunes on the will of a perverse "Fate," Tess insists on blaming her own suffering entirely on human causes.


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The Future of the Book Archives - Page 5 of 13 - The Millions
October 12, 2009
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by Robin Sloan
Dan Reetz built a book scanner, in two days, from old digital cameras, cardboard, and scrap parts; a friend wrote the page-processing software.
October 7, 2009
Adventures in Machine Translation 1
by C. Max Magee
Using Google to create a passable translation of the blog posts of a Spanish or German blogger is one thing, using it to translate a work of literature is quite another.
August 27, 2009
The Post-Kindle World 4
by Garth Risk Hallberg
The woman reading Bolaño switched halfway through my ride to a Kindle. I'm not making this up.
July 27, 2009
Revisiting a Literary Throwdown: Zombie Books for Free 1
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It was a battle between an evangelizing visionary and a sage defender of the past, perhaps the first big tussle in the great sorting out of publishing's new look in the digital age. This was 2006, when Wired Magazine technology evangelist Kevin Kelly wrote about the helter skelter future of books in the digital age. […]
July 20, 2009
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M. Ryan Calo is a residential fellow at the Stanford Law School Center for Internet & Society. He frequently appears in radio, press, and online to discuss new technology. Everyone knows Ray Bradbury's book Fahrenheit 451. First published in 1953, Bradbury imagined a world in which government "firemen" could enter your home at any time […]
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I.The other day, while looking for books to buy my future nephew, I recalled The Real Mother Goose, a classic I had loved as a kid. I could conjure the cover, with its illustration of a witch and a baby, riding a giant, flying bird (a goose, I guess). And the border was checkered – […]
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Last week, self-published author Bryan Gilmer struck a chord with his guest post about using discount pricing to generate ebook sales. By dropping the price of his book to $1.99, Gilmer was able to tempt many new readers to buy his book, which, in the process, catapulted it up Amazon's rankings, generating even more visibility. […]
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Bryan Gilmer of Durham, N.C., teaches newswriting at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and writes for institutional and corporate clients. Until 2003, he was a reporter at Florida's largest newspaper, the St. Petersburg Times. He has just independently published a crime thriller novel, Felonious Jazz. Last week, I created a Kindle version […]
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Readers may discern a disconnect between the prevailing economic mood and the relentless innovation of online superstore Amazon. Even as whole segments of the economy crumble, Amazon is spearheading a whole new consumer electronics category with the Kindle, and as if that wasn't audacious enough following it by releasing a bigger, more expensive version. Now […]
May 6, 2009
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The book tech beat is busy lately, with big developments on both the dedicated device side and the device agnostic side. (For more about the two ebook paths, check out our post on ebook evolution.) In recent weeks, its been Amazon making all the noise. Today the company unveiled a new Kindle, the larger Kindle […]


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The Wilmington Fire Department reminds citizens that smoke detectors should be replaced every ten years, and batteries should be replaced twice a year.
The easiest way to remember to do this is to change smoke detector batteries when changing the time on clocks. Since Daylight Saving Time begins this weekend, it's also time to put fresh batteries in smoke detectors.
Anyone needing assistance with smoke detectors should call the WFD. They can help with battery replacement, testing or even the installation of smoke alarms.
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This is for our friend Elizabeth. Elizabeth is currently trying to decide which tropical island she's going to spend a fair part of the winter on. Poor Elizabeth. If (like us) you're not going away to a tropical island, but wouldn't mind having a new cover-up for water aerobics class, we like the Nautica Sleeveless Zip Hoodie ($72). Apart from looking nice, it serves as a reminder on these cold, dreary days that summer is on its way back around.
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A college education is essential in today's job market, but just because you have a degree—even if it's from a brand name university—doesn't mean that you're prepared for the job search. Last year 80% of college seniors graduated without having a job lined up and 85% of college students moved back home with their parents after graduation. Those outcomes are ok if they're part of your plan, but it's hard to act on a plan if you're unprepared for the job search.
That's why Jason Seiden (author of How to Self-Destruct and Super Staying Power) and Willy Franzen (founder of One Day, One Job and One Day, One Internship) partnered to develop Found Your Career, a 21-day online course that will teach you how to get a job faster. We originally sold access to the course for $152, but we've recently decided to open it up to everyone for FREE.
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During an April 7 ceremony, 73 Moraine Park Technical College students were inducted into Beta Mu Kappa, Moraine Park's chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society.
To be eligible, the students achieved and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 in an associate of applied science degree program. The inductees also completed a minimum of 12 associate degree credits, as well as the steps to become Phi Theta Kappa members.
"Phi Theta Kappa induction recognizes the academic accomplishments of our associate of applied science degree students," said Amanda Hruska, Moraine Park registrar and Beta Mu Kappa advisor.
Along with more than 140 of their family members and friends, 45 of this year's inductees participated in the ceremony at Moraine Park's Fond du Lac campus. Moraine Park President Gayle Hytrek provided opening remarks to those assembled. Also participating in the ceremony were Dan Ensalaco, vice president of academics and economic development; Beth Raffaelli, vice president of enrollment management, Richard Barnhouse, dean of students; Sally Ruback, enrollment management support associate; and several current chapter members including Amanda Gindt, Krystal Lindner and Michele Merten. Deborah Guy, a Fond du Lac area harpist, provided the musical entertainment and a reception concluded the evening.
This year's inductees include Gail Allison of Delafield; Matthew Amundsen of Menomonee Falls; Michael Bach, Anita Cloud, Alicia Dais, Nicole Furrer, Katherine Gindt, Kathryn Gyr, Kirk Henry, Cynthia Costello-Horan, Jill Karweick, Angela Malluschke, Chuck Mauch, Shannon Mueller, Dawn Mumper, Kelsey Nellessen, Peter Schwartz, Terri Small, Tonya Stahl, Barbara Surwillo, Gina Turpin, Amy Vanderlin and Daniel Weber of Fond du Lac; Michelle Bahr and Wendy Baranowski of Beaver Dam; Theresa Bangart and Brittany Garfoot of Malone; Missy Beckwith and Nadine Jones of Horicon; James Bergles of Burlington; Amy Boehme, Joel Haase, Jennifer Heleniak, Denise Herriges, Rebecca Kemnitz, Renee Krause, Kathleen Mayer, Melanie Priebe, Jamie Quinlin, Catherine Vogt and Paul Zwack of West Bend; Jacob Brehmer of Hartford; Meghan Brummond, Shelli Haipek and Trevor Resch of Mayville; Stephanie Cyr of Sheboygan; Stephanie Dovin and Shelly Puckhaber of Germantown; Anna Fanning of Evansville; Kathryn Faull of Jackson; Rebecca Gatzke of Campbellsport; Lisa Gramoll of Newburg; Joseph Grensavitch of Richfield; Nathan Guse of Plymouth; Kathryn Jakel of Reeseville; Amber Kirchner and Amy Ogi of Kewaskum; Ellen Kraemer of Hubertus; Steve Lang of Markesan; Tina Matulle of North Fond du Lac; Candace Mueller and Kurt Reising of Oshkosh; Colleen Narbatovics of Adell; Christy Nelson and Tina Ruane of Eden; Debby Powell of Fox Lake; Helen Reiter of Van Dyne; Jeremy Sauld of Milwaukee; Cassandra Schultz of Brandon; Joel Schumacher of Eldorado; Corrine Seidel of Slinger; Christopher Streekstra of Waupun; and Dawn Webb of New Holstein.
The Beta Mu Kappa chapter is sponsoring a food drive to benefit local food pantries. Community members who attend the Moraine Park commencement on Saturday, May 16, are invited to bring nonperishable food items to the table staffed by chapter members, located near the entrance to the Fond du Lac High School Fieldhouse.
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Sunday, October 26, 2014
Good Evening All!!
Halloween is almost here!! This is by far my favorite holiday! For me it's not about the "ghosts, witches, black cats, or scary stuff but about this being the only day of the year we can use our imagination and just have fun while everyone else is doing the same thing making this day a great fun energy day!! I hope you have the BEST Halloween and totally enjoy yourself!
Messages For Today:
I am talking to Marlene (Marleen, spelling I'm hearing). She was very quiet in life, but she tells me there was another side of her that LOVED to have fun. I will say she is not quiet anymore and is very chatty today! LOL She was in the medical field and says the times she worked with children were the best times of her career. She talks to me about "her 2 girls" but does not tell me if these are daughters, granddaughters, or other relatives or friends. She says how proud she is of them and loves being able to see what is happening in their lives even though they are not together on earth anymore. She is telling me that she isn't sure about your hair color but if you like it so does she! She is also asking you to wear your necklace so she can be close to you. I'm getting the letters B and E but not sure if these are for names or places she may have lived, like a town or street name and she is giving me the #25.
She tells me that she is in a good place, that there is no pain or illness now, and that she is with her brother who passed before her as well as other members of the family who are there. I am also hearing singing, like people singing in a group, having lots of fun with the songs. Just the sound of this group singing is making me smile and happy so please know that those singing are having a great time! Marlene also tells me that she talks to you and calls your name and wants you to understand it IS her and not your imagination. Talk to her, she hears you, and if you listen with your mind and heart you will hear her, too!
Prediction For Today:
It's time for a new job! How much longer are you going to work under such stressful conditions using the excuse that it will change, it will get better? And how much longer can you not find a job out of fear? It will NOT get better until you leave and find a job where you are appreciated and paid your worth. Move forward! Put as many resumes out there as you can and you will be surprised how many answers you will get! You are a good worker and excellent at your job and someone is looking for you right now!!! Take a chance, move pass your fear, and make a change!! It's time!!!
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Wednesday, October 15, 2014
Good Evening All!
While looking at the Fall colors today on the trees I thought about how life moves in cycles. Autumn is the time of death; the leaves die and fall in order to make room for new growth next spring. The tree goes dormant, taking a pause in it's growth, resting up for renewal in the Spring. Life is like this, too for us. We move forward, pause at times, and then have growth and renewal and I believe all this is to give us the knowledge we will need when we finally pass on to a much more enlightened, peaceful and loving world. I like my thoughts today and hope you find something in them that you can take for your own or pass on to someone you know.
Message For Today:
I am getting a vivid description of a family home, one that has been in the family for years and I'm being told that you may be thinking of selling this home because of it's cost and maintenance now. You also feel the home is too big now and you want less work. I am being told this by a female who was an original owner of this house. She is giving me the letters B, D and A (maybe not in that order) and she wants you to know that whatever you decide to do is just fine with her. She says the house is just a house and she knows that wherever you go you will bring the house memories with you and create the "home" that the family has always loved. "It is not the wood and brick that made our house the place of love, it was the love that made that house a home, and that love follows all of you no matter where you go. She wants me to say a few last things to you, She says "I will follow you to your new home where I will find the love I have always known but please know I would love for you to find a home with a front porch so we can sit together again. Do what is right for you and the rest and KNOW I'm happy with whatever decision you make!" <3
Prediction For Today:
A baby!! Yup, there is one coming, you will find out soon, and it's the biggest surprise to all! Enjoy this Angel from Heaven and have faith you will be the best parent you can ever be! :) <3
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Tuesday, August 12, 2014
Good Morning All!
Hope today finds you all in good spirits and enjoying your journey in life at the moment! There is much sadness in the world today for an amazing man, Robin Williams, who gave all of us so much laughter while going through so much pain. I honor him in his journey and thank him for making me laugh!
Messages For Today:
Just a little "insight" on how those who pass let us know we are in the right direction when we are making changes in our lives. I am in the process of moving back to a home that I absolutely loved and have missed since moving away from it. It's what I and many others have named "The Magic House" for the wonderful energy, feeling of peace and comfort from this house that surrounds everyone who visits. As a human, I am not always sure that the changes I make are the right ones, and this is when I look for signs or keep my eyes open to anything that would give me the "heads up, right choose" info to changes that I am making.
We are renovating this home now, putting our "stamp" on it to make it exactly as we have always wanted. I was in the office area and processed to rip up the carpet, pull out the staples (a million of them!) and clean the floor for installation of new carpet coming next week. The floor was spotless, nothing in the room when I was done. I walked out, threw away the old carpet remains, and returned to make sure I hadn't forgotten anything, even though I was sure I had gotten it all. I walk into the room and there in the middle of my spotless floor was a shiny new penny; a sign from "above" that my decision to live back in this house by my loved ones who have passed on and they were letting me know my change was a blessed one!
Now, that shiny penny would have been more than enough of a sign for me, but my loved ones had one more surprise in mind for us. On Halloween, 2011 I lost my beloved and amazing dog, Miss Cleo. This pup was the world to me and was by my side, my shadow and best friend, for the 9+ years she blessed me with her presence on earth. After her death she showed up at times of need for me, giving me little signs that she was still around and by my side. 9 months ago I decided to get another dog, Miss Katie Scarlett. She is a doll but a handful and often I have asked Miss Cleo to "give me a hand and teach her how to be a good dog" like she (Miss Cleo) was! Katie Scarlet is often at our new house with us, helping us to renovate by getting in our way and we are enjoying her antics when she is there. Monday was Katie Scarlett's first birthday and when leaving the new house on Sunday I walked into the backyard to make sure all was put away when something caught my eye under my office window in the flower bed. It was a deflated Mylar balloon and even before I picked it up to read what it said I just "knew" it was a message for Miss Katie from my wonderful Miss Cleo! I was right! On the balloon it said "HAPPY BIRTHDAY"! I have taken this as a message from Miss Cleo that she is happy to have Miss Katie living in "her" house and she will keep an eye on her for us! With both of these messages I could NEVER doubt now I am making the right move! :)
Prediction For Today:
I see a baby, a grandchild and this baby is a miracle, one that you could never have imagined happening! Both Mom and baby are wonderful and this little bundle of blessings will always be in good health and with a smile on their face! What a wonderful surprise for all of you and enjoy it every single day!! <3
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Monday, January 6, 2014
Good Morning All!
Hope everyone had a great holiday and that your New Year is starting off with balance, love and prosperity!
I was given this article by a friend and thought it was something that I should pass on to everyone. It is very insightful and helps us to remember all the ways our departed loved ones try to make us understand they are still around.
Enjoy the article and keep being "aware" of the signs that someone you love is still always with you!
Ten signs That Deceased Loved Ones Give To Let Us Know They Are Around
By Karen Noe
After our loved ones cross over, they are very anxious to let us know they are okay and are aware of what is going on in our lives. If we are not able to feel them around us, they will often give us signs that we cannot ignore. The person who is given the sign usually knows he or she is receiving a message from the other side. I always tell my clients that they do not have to look for signs - the signs will come to them.
The signs our loved ones give us most often are:
They come through as an animal. Our loved ones are able to use their energy to go inside of an animal, such as a butterfly, ladybug, bird, or dragonfly - for a brief period of time. The animal does something it usually would not do, such as land on us, peck at our window, scream at us, etc.
They place common objects such as feathers, coins, or rocks in our path. Our loved ones like to place things over and over again in our path that were significant to them. I have had clients come to me who have had jars filled with feathers, coins, and objects they have found in the most unusual places.
They give off fragrances. We can often tell our deceased loved ones are around us when we smell their perfume, flowers, cigar or cigarette smoke, or any other familiar smell they had. There is usually no logical explanation of why the smell is there.
They make songs come on at the perfect time. We know they are around when their favorite songs come on at the right time with the exact words we need to hear. Often the same song is played in many different places.
They come to us in dreams. One of the easiest ways for them to come through to us is in our dreams. All we need to do is to ask them to come, and they will. However, we should ask them to wake us up after they come, or else we will not remember the dream. A dream that is a true visitation will be very peaceful and we will know it is truly our loved one. We will remember this type of dream in detail many years later. (On the other hand, a subconscious dream may be frightening or feel bad. This type of dream is not your loved one.)
They show us the same numbers over and over. They loved to give us numbers that are relevant to them or you, such as birthdates, anniversaries - or repeating numbers, such as 1111, 2222, 3333, etc. These numbers may appear on clocks, billboards, or any other familiar place.
They allow us to feel peaceful for no reason. When our loved ones are in the room, they usually make us feel so loved and at peace. It usually happens at the most unsuspecting time, so there is no logical explanation for our sudden bliss.
They place thoughts in our head. Because they in spirit form, our loved ones don't have an audible voice. Therefore, they give us messages telepathically. Pay attention to thoughts that just "pop" into your head. We can tell the difference between our thoughts and theirs by backtracking our thoughts. If you can find the thought that triggered the thought of your loved one, it is probably your thought. If something your loved one would say just pops in your head for no reason, it is probably him or her speaking directly to you!
They love to play with electricity. They turn electricity on and off. They like to flicker lights, turn the television and radio on and off, and make appliances beep for no apparent reason.
They make buzzing noises in our ears. Because our loved ones speak to us on a different, higher frequency, we may hear ringing in our ears when they are trying to get our attention. This is a sign telling you to listen to what they are saying.
The list can go on and on, but these are the most common ways they let us know they are around. If you haven't received any of these signs, simply ask your loved ones to come to you to let you know they are okay. Tell them to come to you in a dream and to wake you up after the dream. The more you are aware of the messages they are giving you, the more they will continue to allow you to know they are present. Be patient and persistent, and I promise that they will give you the signs you have always wanted. They really are okay and want you to be too!
Predictions For Today
The idea you have for that new business is a great idea but you need to do this business alone, without a partner. Having a partner will only slow up the process of this business taking off and being very prosperous. And even though you may feel you can not do it alone because of financial concerns you will find the capital for starting and moving forward with this business is easily available, though it may come from a totally unexpected source. Take the risk but alone and see what happens! It's really a good move! :)
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Monday, September 16, 2013
Hope everyone is enjoying this wonderful fall weather! My thoughts and prayer go out to those who have had challenging situations in their lives in the past couple of weeks and I'm sending the intention that all will be for your greater good in the end. Never forget that God and the Universe has a bigger plan, one that we could never imagine!
Today I wanted to do something different on my blog. Many have asked me how do I connect with their loved ones and they wish they could do the same. Actually everyone can do what I do! It's just a matter of knowing what to look for or how to listen. I would like to give a few pointers along the way here on my blog on how to connect to your loved ones on your own, and will continue to do this among my other blog posts in the future. Look for the title "Simple Connections" instead of Messages For Today for these pointers and I hope in some small way it will show you how to connect with your loved ones.
Have you ever been outside and keep seeing, over and over again, butterflies? Sometimes the same one, sometimes several different ones? Everywhere you turn, there they are! Floating around you, in your face, or even alighting on your body somewhere? Well this is a sign that someone who you love and who has passed is making a "connection" with you. Usually if you associate butterflies with a person, this is the way they will be using nature to let us know they are around us at the moment.
They use many animals/insects and even flowers to let us know they are around. I associate a Blue Jay with someone who has passed and whenever I'm in need of that person's energy I will ALWAYS have a Blue Jay right around me, sometimes even chirping in my face! Usually this bird will do something to get my attitude, and once I acknowledge my loved one as being there, it will fly away! This has happened to me so many times yet I'm still amazed and delighted when it happens again!
The next time you see an animal or an insect trying to get your attention, PAY ATTENTION and think of the person that pops into your head that has passed on that is associated with this animal/insect. THIS is the person wanting to say hello, be around you and is letting you know they are there for you! And after the first time you acknowledge them they will know you will look for them again and will show themselves every time they are needed! Just pay attention to the first thought of who it is that is associated with this animal/insect/flower and there they will be!
Congratulations, you got the job!! You have waited and waited for this and now it's yours, even though you never thought it would happen! It's the perfect fit, so put away your resume and enjoy your new job and the wonderful journey that you will be on! :)
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Monday, July 22, 2013
Good Morning All!
Please remember if you have a comment or a question about a post on my blog, please feel free to ask a question or comment. I am always happy to talk to anyone that has a question or comment about what I have written, but only if it is in relation to what is written in that post.
Questions and comments that do not relate to the post will be deleted. I am sorry if this bothers some but I am trying to keep the posts open for those that feel a "connection" with what I have written.
For this reason there is a post in the blog achieve at the link that says 08/14 - 08/21 where I will answer random questions and does not interfere with a "connection and prediction" post. Please use this post for any questions that does not relate to these types of posts. Thanks everyone! :o)
Messages For Today:
I have a lady here with an S name. Not sure of the name, though. This lady is very soft spoken, as she was in life, and it's very hard at times to "hear" what she is saying. She has been around me for a couple of days and wants to point something out to her family/friends.
She tells me that her loved ones think they did not do enough for her, that more could have been done. She wants you all to understand that you did everything you could have done, no more could have been done and it was just her time to leave you all. She was fine with this and she knows how you all worked to keep her comfortable and all your efforts for healing for her. She wants to thank each one of you, especially the little ones who made such wonderful cards/pictures for her. She would look at them often and they always brought a smile and sense of peace to her. It was a long road before she passed and she hopes she wasn't too much trouble while on that road.
She would like you all to be "open" to her. This means she wants to visit but needs you all to be aware of the little signs and symbols that will show you she is there. Things that remind you of her seeming to come out of the blue. Hearing your name called, finding pictures or seeing things that "speak" to you as she would have done in life. All these things are there to let you know she is there with you. Acknowledge these things, let her know you know she is with you. She wants to share her extreme happiness about her "life" now and how wonderful it is, so talk to her, let her know you "hear/see" her.
She loves you all, understands your doubts and wants you to again realize you did the very best for her and could not have done anything more. You were and still are all very wonderful to her!
Predictions For Today:
There will be a move and not one that you anticipated at all! The thought of this move will make you fearful and anxious, but you need to know that this will be one of the best moves you have ever made in your life so far! All the puzzle pieces will fit firmly in place and the move will almost seem effortless! Don't stress, make this move and enjoy the ride! It's a wonderful new opportunity that you will be SO happy with. Trust fate and keep the faith that this IS meant to be!
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Wednesday, July 3, 2013
Messages And Predictions For Today
Good Morning All!
I hope everyone has a happy and fun filled July 4th weekend! And my dear readers/friends......Let Freedom Never Perish In Your Hands!
Messages For Today:
I have had Barbara with me for some time now. I have tried to connect her to someone, but no one seems to know who she is. A tall lady, beautiful hair. She tells me she was married but never had children. Her marriage was not long, and she preferred to never marry again when it was over. She spent her life in the service of others, and she seemed to be with children a lot. She shows me the medical sign, and I'm thinking she was in the medical field and dealt with children most of the time. She was very fond of these children and often times took more time than was required to make them "comfortable and cared for". Her family was small but she tells me she was very loved. She tells me her hands were very soft and were often commented on for this reason. Her messages come a little "scattered" but the love I feel from this woman and what she gave to others is firm and true. She was a "no nonsense" type of woman, but caring and kind to all she touched.
She sees everyone and wants you to know that she is still around, helping with healing when she can and when you reach out to her. She was fond of trains and tells me to remember to think of her when you see or hear one.
I just love this lady's energy and I feel so did everyone else!!
Predictions For Today:
Remember that interview you went on that you didn't think went well? Well, it did go well and you will be offered a job soon! It may not be the job you interviewed for but this job offer is a better fit for you and one that you will enjoy! Be patient, that new job is just around the corner!
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New Orleans Saints defensive end Will Smith has served as the team's NFLPA representative for the past several years, so Smith already holds quite the interest for politics within the realm of football.
When he had the chance to witness history on the United States political stage, Smith couldn't pass up the opportunity earlier this week as he attended Monday's inauguration ceremony as President Barack Obama was sworn in for his second term.
"It's something you don't really experience too often," Smith said. "This is once in a lifetime for me and Obama is not going to be president for another term, so it was really important for me to go out and experience that."
Smith said he felt like the fact the event took place on Martin Luther King Day added another thrill to the event.
"This is one of those experiences I will remember for the rest of my life," Smith said.
Smith is a member of Artists and Athletes Alliance, which is described on its website as a non-profit organization that "assists artists and athletes in navigating the halls of government, as well as helping them better understand the political process." He attended an event for the alliance while in Washington D.C. with Cardinals defensive end Calais Campbell.
"It was a great experience as you meet a lot of people, artists, actors, athletes that were just as much involved as I was in and just as educated as I was and kind of knows what's going on in the political world," Smith said. "It was great just to see how many people came to the inauguration in support of the President."
One thing surprised Smith most about inauguration day, though.
"I met a lot of people who said they didn't even vote for them, but they still came to support him," Smith said. "That's great to see to show the country is more united than maybe we think sometimes."


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Zettai Heiwa Daisakusen © Ogura Akane/Hakusensha [Serialized in LaLa DX]
Published in Indonesia as Absolute Peace Strategy by Elex Media
I will get to Pandora Hearts 12 (and Spiral 10, Wild Life 11 plus the other premieres) in a bit. Johanne-sama and Euda-sama (above) won't wait.
Fighting breaks out between the kingdoms of Meteora to the north and Cannan to the south. But Meteora's war hero, Prince Johanne, and Cannan's Florence Nightingale, Princess Euda, fall in love with one another and prevail upon their sovereigns to end the conflict. Peace finally reigns over the two kingdoms, now awaiting the wedding of Prince Johanne and Princess Euda. The End.
Apparently, Johanne and Euda are in cahoots guarding The Secret to the fragile peace.
To find out what the "lovebirds" are hiding, GET! Absolute Peace Strategy 1. If you lurve Rome×Juli-esque (bickering) romances, you won't regret investing in this four-volume confection.
Cute Couple prolly best describes our protagonists: the Johanne × Euda combi is one of the keeyootest in the manga biz, and that's saying a lot, especially in a genre strong with pinchables. And aside from blond bishieness, Johanne-sama can open up
a serious can of whoop-ass, while Euda-sama, who normally resembles a
weather paper doll, provides the LOLarious comic relief.
Absolute Peace Strategy 1 compiles chapters 1 through 4 and the omake
When They were Young.
You might already know creator Ogura Akane-sensei from Mademoiselle Butterfly, the two-volume
Geisha, Live-in Lover, Older Male Younger Female-troped shoujo manga released by m&c!.
Pandora Hearts 12 of 13+ by Mochizuki Jun
To give Oz a break from the relentless hunt for the seal, Oscar Vessalius invites his nephew and Oz's close friends to a tea party (that hopefully won't have the party-goers stuck at 6:00 forever nor require answering unanswerable riddles like
Why is a raven like a writing desk?). As Oz sips his tea on this Unbirthday, he cherishes only one wish: that these peaceful days continue... forever.
Pandora Hearts 12 Retraces XLVI through XLIX:
Isla=Yura and
Night in gale. (NOT Elex's titles.)
Year-end debuts include the Hakusensha shoujo trifecta Absolute Peace Strategy already blurbed above, The Recipe For Gertrude by Kusakawa Nari and Welcome to Host Detective Agency by Tateno Makoto. On the kodomo and shounen side, there's Dodge Fighters, the Japan Dodge Ball Association-approved Ganbare! Dodgeball Fighters manga from Murakami Toshiya & Saito Muneo and the
Demons, Summoned creatures-troped Traumeister by Nakayama Atsushi that should've premiered months ago. All completed series. (Aren't you glad?)
Per usual, only training the spotlight on one newbie here — half of the pair that garnered the most LXO interest. (The other was Absolute Peace Strategy.)
Welcome to Host Detective Agency 1 of 5 by Tateno Makoto
Host-tan e Youkoso
© Tateno Makoto/Hakusensha
[Bessatsu Hana to Yume]
Published in Indonesia as
Welcome to Host Detective Agency
by Elex Media
Ever since he was a kid, Kobayashi has dreamed of becoming a detective — cracking mysteries and running down thieves while he's at it. So, he's understandably over the moon when he is accepted into a detective agency and meets the burning with tantei passion manager Akechi, I mean, Aketomo, a deduction paragon Kobayashi can look up to.
The same idol, however, bursts Kobayashi's euphoria bubble when he tells the newest employee of the agency's side business (because simple detecting can't pay all the bills). The detectives by day become
Lady Killers (hosts) by night! [Additional info from Twee Quidam Scans]
Despite Tateno Makoto-sensei's fame as a yaoi manga-ka (Yellow, anyone?), she does dabble into non-fujoshi offerings, one of which is this tantei meets hosuto and
Host-Tan hilarity ensues and the gender-bending Cute Guy (also released by Elex). To say that Welcome to Host Detective Agency is fujo-unfriendly, however, would be stretching it; BL sparks start flying from the get-go between newbie Kobayashi (host alias: Shinobu-kun) and ex-rookie and third most wanted host Rindo. (The other Lady Killer hosts are Aketomo, the legendary #1 host in Shinjuku, and hosts #2, 3 and 5 — Shiranui, Akane and Shigure.)
The first order of the day is solving the mystery of a host club customer's message ring, but there are three more Orders (chapters) in volume 1.
MANGAZINES: Shonen Star 78/2010 ☆ Detektif Conan by Aoyama Gosho
Phantom Thief Kid is back! This time, Jirokichi-ojisan, Sonoko's eccentric uncle, lays a trap for Kid that leads to another showdown between Conan and the high-profile kaitou.
Aoyama Gosho's Detektif Conan rates the Shonen Star 78 front cover. The rest of the the ShoStar pack follow: Dr. Koto by Yamada Takatoshi, Inuyasha by Takahashi Rumiko, Kekkaishi by Tanabe Yellow, Magical Iroha by Inoue Kazurou, Defense Devil by Youn InWan & Yang KyungIl, Yakitate!! Japan by Hashiguchi Takashi, D-LIVE!! by Minagawa Ryouji, Katsu! by Adachi Mitsuru, My First Mr. Akuno by Fujiki Syun, Takkoku!!! by Fukuchi Tsubasa and Wild Life by Fujisaki Masato (volume 11 also streets 12.29).
Elex Media manga and manhwa (2010.12.29)
Release links are hide/unhide. Click for more details and cover scans.
- [Series Premiere] Absolute Peace Strategy (Zettai Heiwa Daisakusen) 1 of 4 by Ogura Akane
- Animal Doctor (Doubutsu no Oishasan) 5 of 12 by Sasaki Noriko
- [Series Premiere] Dodge Fighters (Ganbare! Dodgeball Fighters) 1 of 10 by Murakami Toshiya & Saito Muneo
- Kisah Edo di Abad 21 (Chotto Edo Made) 2 of 4+ by Tsuda Masami
- Legend of Nereid 12 of 15 by Hwang MiRee
- LUM, The Invader Girl (Urusei Yatsura) 27 of 34 by Takahashi Rumiko
- Pandora Hearts 12 of 13+ by Mochizuki Jun
- Pokonyan Pika-pika (Pokonyan) 3 of 3 by Fujiko F. Fujio [Finale]
- [Series Premiere] The Recipe For Gertrude (Gertrude no Recipe) 1 of 5 by Kusakawa Nari
- Spiral: The Bonds of Reason (Spiral: Suiri no Kizuna) 10 of 15 by Shirodaira Kyo & Mizuno Eita
- Summer Storm! (Natsu no Arashi!) 6 of 8 by Kobayashi Jin
- [Series Premiere] Traumeister 1 of 5 by Nakayama Atsushi
- [Series Premiere] Welcome to Host Detective Agency (Host-tan e Youkoso) 1 of 5 by Tateno Makoto
- Wild Life 11 of 27 by Fujisaki Masato
Zettai Heiwa Daisakusen 「絶対平和大作戦」
Doubutsu no Oishasan 「動物のお医者さん」
Other languages
Traditional Chinese Ai Xin Dong Wu Yi Yuan (Tong Li Taiwan; 12 volumes)
Ganbare! Dodgeball Fighters
Volume 1 chapters:
1. 転校生はスーパーアタッカー!!
3. たのもしいチームメイト
4. ファイターズ絶体絶命!?
5. 本気で勝負!!女同士の戦い
6. 華麗なミラクルキャッチ
7. こしぬけなんて言わせない!!
8. サルとカニの必殺シュート!!
9. 暴走する熱意
10. オレたちのドッジボール
11. 新生!!ドッジファイターズ
12. 敵は忍者!?強烈な自己紹介
Chotto Edo Made 「ちょっと江戸まで」
Legend of Nereid 「네레이드의 전설」
Urusei Yatsura 「うる星やつら」 by Takahashi Rumiko
Volume 28 contents:
1. 星に願いを
2. 口づけ速達小包
3. 兄妹愛の闘い 前編
4. 兄妹愛の闘い 後編
5. 怒りのプール
6. つるつるソープ
7. 浜茶屋の夏
8. 風鈴樹の音色
9. 涙の家庭訪問
10. 妖精のパラソル
11. 写真の中の女
Winner, 26th Shogakukan Manga Awards, Shounen/Shoujo category
Other languages
English (VIZ Media), French and Spanish (Glenat)
The 195 episode-anime adaptation by Kitty Films, starring seiyuu Hirano Fumi (Lum) and Furukawa Toshio (Moroboshi Ataru), aired from October 1981 through March 1986 on Fuji TV. Eleven OAVs and six theatrical movies were also released.
Pandora Hearts 「Pandora Hearts」
Other languages
English Pandora Hearts (Broccoli Books (dropped) and Yen Press; volume 3 per 2010.10 • volume 4 street date: 2011.01.25), French (Ki-oon tome 4 per 2010.11; tome 5 ships 2011.01.06) and traditional Chinese (Sharp Point Press Taiwan 潘朵拉之心 10 released 2010.07)
A 25-episode XEBEC anime adaptation starring seiyuu Minagawa Junko (Oz Vessalius), Kawasumi Ayako (Alice) and Toriumi Kousuke (Raven) that aired in Japan from April to September 2009 and a Pandora Hearts Drama CD released by Frontier works in December 2007
Pandora Hearts Official Guide 8.5 mine of mine guide book (2009.03) and Pandora Hearts Official Animation Guide and the 望月 淳 画集 Pandora Hearts~odds and ends~ artbook (both released 2009.09)
Pokonyan 「ポコニャン」 by Fujiko F. Fujio
A 170-episode anime adaptation by Animation 21, starring seiyuu Mita Yuko as Pokonyan, aired from April 1993 to March 1996 on NHK.
Gertrude no Recipe 「ガートルードのレシピ」
Other languages
English The Recipe For Gertrude (CMX; five volumes)
Spiral: Suiri no Kizuna 「スパイラル 推理の絆」
Other languages
English Spiral: The Bonds of Reasoning (Yen Press; volume 13 released 2010.10 • volume 14 street date: 2011.01.25) and German (Carlsen Comics; Spiral - Gefährliche Wahrheit Band 9 per 2010.12.24)
Spiral Alive (prequel; five volumes); a series of light novels; Mizuno Eita artbooks: SPIRAL 水野英多画集; (2003.03) and SPIRAL ALL ALONG (2006.02; released with volume 15); and the Life is Spiral 「スパイラル完全解説本 ライフ・イズ・スパ」 guide, which includes the first draft of the Spiral: Suiri no Kizuna 「それさえも貴き日々で」 drama (2003.03)
A series of audio dramas and a 25-episode anime adaptation by J.C. Staff, based on the first six volumes of the manga, with an alternate ending (aired on TV Tokyo from October 2002 to March 2003, starring seiyuu Suzumura Kenichi as Narumi Ayumu, Asano Masumi as Yuizaki Hiyono and Ishida Akira as Eyes Rutherford).
Natsu no Arashi! 「夏のあらし!」 by Kobayashi Jin
Other languages
Traditional Chinese 夏日風暴 (Tong Li Taiwan).
SHAFT's 13-episode anime adaptation aired in Japan from April through June 2009, starring seiyuu Sanpei Yuko (Yasaka Hajime) and Shiraishi Ryoko (Arashiyama Sayoko AKA "Arashi"). A 13-episode sequel Natsu no Arashi! Akinai-chū ran from October to December 2009.
Traumeister 「トラウマイスタ」
Volume 1 chapters:
1. 真実の自己(アートマン)
2. ピカソとゲルニカ
3. 可愛い赤ちゃん
4. 初陣
5. 湯煙に浮かぶ傷
6. 始めてのデート
7. 危険因子
Host-tan e Youkoso 「ホス探へようこそ」
Wild Life 「ワイルドライフ」 by Fujisaki Masato
Volume 11 chapters:
87. 新展開?
88. 王様ゲーム!!
89. 盟央大の夜
90. 観月の「初めて」
91. 自分だけ寝ていた男
92. 食い逃げ?
93. 平波の受難
95. 犬の危機
Best Shounen Manga, 51st Shogakukan Manga Awards
Indonesian Shonen Star (ongoing)
¹ Sources: Elex STO 29 December 2010 (release schedule) and Komikologi and/or Gramedia Shop (synopses, unless indicated otherwise)
² Manga are priced at IDR 16,500 each except Pokonyan Pika-pika 3 (SRP: IDR 12,800). Shonen Star 78 retails for IDR 30,000/issue
³ Links like this are commercial Amazon search and/or product links (other language versions).
Previews continued
New series
Dodge Fighters 1 of 10 by Murakami Toshiya & Saito Muneo
Fresh from Nagano, Tamada Douji, a boy who loves dodge ball, joins the Dodge Fighters, which places him squarely on the road to the nationals with teammates who are, for want of a better description, unique.
As noted above, Ganbare! Dodgeball Fighters carries the official seal of approval from the Japan Dodge Ball Association, which ought to make for credible (if not outright riveting) reading.
The Recipe For Gertrude 1 of 5 by Kusakawa Nari
Centenarian Gertrude, who resembles nothing so much as a teenaged boy, is an artificial construct, patchworked from sundry demon parts and brought to life by an ancient "recipe." The manmade demon seeks the spellbook that made him with the intent to destroy it, but along the way, he meets a girl named Sahara who promptly proceeds to fall in love with him! [Additions from CMX's The Recipe For Gertrude]
The Recipe For Gertrude 1 compiles chapters 1 through 4 and the bonus story
My Grandfather.
Traumeister 1 of 5 by Nakayama Atsushi
Seventeen-year-old Souma Hika—Picasso to friends—lives with a seemingly incurable fear of demons or oni. One day, Picasso meets a mysterious beauty, Sujata, who materializes Picasso's trauma by means of magical
hanko incense. To recover his real self, Picasso must fight the demon Sujata summoned from his body. [Additions from Baka-Updates Manga's Traumeister description]
Pokonyan Pika-pika 3 of 3 by Fujiko F. Fujio
Taro gets it into his head that becoming a mother would be fun. So what else does Pokonyan do but grant Taro's wish, making Taro exchange places with his mother and vice-versa.
Bring on the Freaky Friday hijinks, Rocky Rackat style!
Ongoing series
Animal Doctor 5 of 12 by Sasaki Noriko
The Nishine family gather together for the new year holiday, including Hamtel's parents who fly in all the way from Germany. Surprisingly, Hamtel and his grandmother don't do the traditional osoji clean-up thing, customarily practiced at the Japanese year end. Instead, Grandma challenges Hamtel and his folks to a mahjong battle.
What gives?
Kisah Edo di Abad 21 vol.2 of 4+ by Tsuda Masami
This is the "Edo Period," 450 years after Edo traded in seclusion for openness. Sobi, who discovers that he is a Sakurai kin, decides to stay in Edo, much to the delight of the Mito clan heiress Michisato (Michelle) who knows nothing of the world at large and makes Sobi's life a...
Legend of Nereid 12 of 15 by Hwang MiRee
Despite his incarceration, General Themedes strives to keep the Yaneu clan holdings from the hands of the people of Doria. Meanwhile, Matia prays for Themedes to save her from the clutches of Prince Thaion and inevitable war.
I just have to say this: Since when did Matia turn into such a...wimp?!
LUM, The Invader Girl 28 of 34 by Takahashi Rumiko
Three dumplings per person and no one is allowed egg drop soup seconds! So goes the Moroboshi family tradition for the Japanese star festival Tanabata. But this year, a lucky star appears before the Moroboshis, promising to grant three wishes.
What will Ataru wish for?
Spiral: The Bonds of Reason 10 of 15 by Shirodaira Kyo & Mizuno Eita
Ayumu hatches up a plan with the Blade Children to take Kanon Hilbert down. The strategy calls for Ayumu to play the piano, reminding everyone of his older brother Kiyotaka's piano playing skills. Ayumu's "performance" convinces Eyes to lend the group his strength, but Kanon is one step ahead of them all. Kanon manages to wrest away the tranquilizer gun and aims it straight at Eyes.
Spiral: The Bonds of Reason 10 compiles chapters 46 through 50:
Childhood's End,
Your Fighting Song,
The Temporary Life Now,
Curtain Fall and
The War Is Over, the End of the World Begins.
Summer Storm! 6 of 8 by Kobayashi Jin
Arashi and Kaya lived in the pre-war era 60 years ago. Arashi has established a connection with Yasaka, while Kaya is linked to Kamigamo, the ties allowing them to travel through time. Arashi and Kaya are joined by acquaintances Kanako and Yayoi, both ghosts in the present. Along with the manager who persists in keeping secrets, these girls from the past gather in Hakobune.
And Yasaka and Jun's singular summer continues in Summer Storm! 6.
Wild Life 11 of 27 by Fujisaki Masato
The Meio University dean and Ryoto discuss the possibility of transferring Tessho out. Tessho who doesn't know that Ryoto was initially against the transfer eventually agrees, to satisfy his curiosity about the animals in Meio's care.
What's even weirder — Tessho AND Ryoto are both detailed to the Meio University.
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January 2011
Premiering Anne of Green Gables by Igarashi Yumiko, Ciuman Dewa by Suzuki Julietta, Dodge Fighters by Murakami Toshiya & Saito Muneo, Doraemon: Gadget Cat from the Future by Fujiko F. Fujio, Doraemon Movie: Nobita & Kerajaan Robot, Hitohira by Kirihara Idumi, Kindaichi Special Case: Snow Spirit Murder by Amagi Seimaru & Sato Fumiya, Pirates and the Mermaid by Kiuchi Tatsuya
December 2010
Premiering Cynical Kanoko by Tsuda Ririko, Hallelujah Overdrive by Takata Kotaro, Hitohira by Kirihara Idumi, The Recipe for Gertrude by Kusakawa Nari
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Lest We Forget
February 2011
Released: 2011, Unsigned
Rating: 5.0/5
Reviewer: Metal-Rules.com UK Team
Subversion are an unsigned 6 piece experimental metal band from the South East UK. They were formed in 2008 by two guitarists who decided to put something together that was inspired by a love of metal, and a love of film score.
Subversion are unique, using many influences which crosses between other styles of music. They describe themselves as 'dynamic' as they wish to delve into many genres of music and not to restrict themselves in the creative process. They combine this with the many sub-genres of metal in keeping with their love of all things heavy.
'Lest We Forget' features 16 tracks interwoven with music & sound design (audio art and SFX for film, animation, Television). The idea of sound design in this album is to create the illusion of a movie which is accompanied with descriptive text and artwork within the booklet of this CD. The band state; "The narrative within 'Lest We Forget' tries to portray a lone soldier's fears and struggles after being the sole survivor of an attack on his platoon of men". In the track 'In To The City' the Soldier faces various obstacles as he tries to make it back out from behind enemy lines. This all provided Subversion with the freedom to be really creative with sound, culminating in many hours of Foley work, on location recording and voice acting.
Such is the nature of the album and the views the band members have on their own armed forces that Subversion has decided to proceed with collecting donations for the 'Help For Heroes' charity from the sale of every single copy of 'Lest We Forget'!
I was really looking forward to reviewing this album after hearing their 'EP' which left a craving for their finished release. I really likedthe concept of this album, telling a story of a soldier who is the sole survivor of his platoon. Each track deals with the trials and tribulations he faces behind enemy lines as he struggles for survival and it really does feel like you're following a movie.
The record opens with 'The City Is Hell' in which an ambient intro explodes into fast riffs, face pounding drums and high pitched growls that navigates the first page of this story. The chorus is sung with clean melodic vocals fortifying the immense weight of the song. 'In to the city' utilizes recorded sounds of soldiers running, gunfire, helicopters and explosions which portray a chaotic backdrop; that remains consistent in both interlude tracks and within the song structures themselves. These sound effects become layers in which the soldier's journey becomes more tangible to the listener.
Metal fans will rejoice at the level of sheer technicality in the solos of 'What We Are Entitled' and finger tapping guitars in the album's title track. Subversion also have carefully crafted moments of cinematic grandeur - the keyboard outro of 'Seizure' locked together with a solid bass guitar and the orchestral beauty of 'Te Odio' - reflecting the breathtaking moments of any great War film. The final track closes with 'So Many, So Few' in which a soundscape of victory is felt - one which verifies this as being one of the best debut album's to be released in a long time.
I strongly recommend checking these guys out!
Track Listing
1. This City Is Hell
Spencer Haynes - Vocals
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There are a number of different maps of the Wicklow Mountains. The following list is a selection of the most commonly used. All are available for sale in the Information Office, Glendalough.
The Ordnance Survey of Ireland (O.S.) produces the Discovery Series at a scale of 1:50,000 (1km=2cm). The maps numbered 50, 56, and 62 cover the entire of the Wicklow Mountains. These maps are large fold-up sheets. The central area of the mountains is covered by sheet 56 which includes the Glendalough area and the highest peak in the range - Lugnaquilla Mountain. The northern end of the range, known as the Dublin Hills, is covered by sheet 50. The southern foothills are covered by sheet 62. These maps are useful for both driving (parking areas are marked) and hill-walking. Walkers should take note that crags/cliffs are not marked on the O.S. maps and the mapping of forest roads is not comprehensive. A map bag is vital to protect your map against rain or alternatively laminated versions of these maps can also be purchased.
Unlaminated sheets 50 and 56 can be purchased at the Information Office, Glendalough (Price €8.60). A laminated version of the Sheet 56 is also available for €19.50. All O.S. maps can be ordered online from Ordnance Survey
EastWest Mapping produce a series of detailed maps with a scale of 1:30,000, and produced with a waterproof finish. All can be ordered direct from the publisher East West Mapping. The following maps in the range are also available to buy at the Information Office, Glendalough:
This map covers the area from Donard to Laragh and Wicklow Gap to Aughavannagh, and includes Glendalough, Glenmalure and Lugnaquilla. Price at the Information Office is €9.95.
This map covers the northern half of the National Park, as far south as Lough Tay and Duff Hill. Price at the Information Office is €9.95.
This map covers an area stretching from Bray in the north to Wicklow town in the south, and from the Sally Gap in the west to the coast in the east. Price at the Information Office is €9.95.
This map covers an area stretching from Blessington in the north to Laragh in the south, and from Ballymore Eustace in the west to Djouce in the east. Price at the Information Office is €9.95.
This map covers an area stretching from Saggart in the north to Ballyknockan in the south, and from Blessington in the west to Enniskerry in the east. Price at the Information Office is €9.95.
Dublin Mountains Partnership and EastWest Mapping have produced a detailed map of the Dublin Mountains showing the Dublin Mountains Way, the northern part of the Wicklow Way, the land in public ownership, car parks, access points and other outdoor recreational facilities. Scale 1:25,000. Price in the Information Office is €9.00.
The National Park publishes a small map for visitors to Glendalough. This map, 'the Walking Trails of Glendalough', shows the nine way-marked walking trails in the valley. It costs 50c and is for sale in the National Park Information Office, Glendalough, and at the Visitor Centre by the Monastic City, Glendalough.
The following guidebook is available to purchase in the Information Office at the Upper Lake Glendalough.
This long distance walking trail is broken down into individual sections and contains an accommodation guide. Price at the Information Office is €9.00, or order direct from the publisher East West Mapping.


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Review: Fonda Mexican, Richmond (Melbourne, VIC)
248 Swan Street
Richmond VIC 3121
+61 3 9429 0085
As part of my studies, I am doing a media internship at one of my favourite sporting organisations. I may have only just started the internship but so far, so good. The people are great, I'm learning heaps and I'm surrounded by lots of colourful balls. Another good thing about working here is that Swan Street is only a tram ride away so I have a chance to explore its eateries when I feel like venturing out for lunch.
Last week, I felt like Mexican so it was off to Fonda Mexican. It might have been a grey winter day in Melbourne but Fonda's friendly counter staff and the rows of brightly coloured stools perked me up. So did the 'If you simply dislike avocado, onion, coriander, lime or chilli, Mexican may not be for you?' line on the allergy disclaimer section thingy on the menu, heh. I was also wooed by the enticing drinks menu (lychee and elderflower frozen margarita, oh my!) but like I was going to return to work with a BAC greater than 0.00.
At Fonda, orders are placed at the counter and you grab a number before finding a seat. I rocked up in the middle of lunchtime, but was fortunate enough to find a seat in the adjacent dining room. I was also lucky enough to receive my food within minutes.
I started off with a piece of charred corn which was dressed with chipotle aioli and shredded ricotta salata. Although the corn was reasonably priced (I think places such as Mamasita et al charge a little bit more for the same dish), I did find it a little bit bland – what, they couldn't put more aioli on it?! Not even the miniscule piece of lime could add enough zest to the corn which was otherwise beautifully fresh.
According to the blogosphere, fish seems to the way to go here. I initially thought about going the beef or the kangaroo burrito after a bad experience with fish tacos on the Gold Coast. However, I decided to follow the herd (baa-baa!) by ordering the fish burrito.
The crew uses dough from Abbotsford Convent bakery to make their burritos, which are pressed to order. My 12 inch burrito, which was conveniently cut in half, was filled with fresh rockling fillets, fluffy quinoa, black beans, pickles, avocado, corn and green salsa. Our friend chipotle aioli made an appearance. Like the charred corn, the aioli here was not applied liberally but it worked well in this case because it meant that it didn't overpower the freshness of the other ingredients. I was full after eating only one half of the burrito and ended up taking the other half home for supper.
I may be telling people how I'm 'WAH WAH OVER THE MEXICAN CRAZE WAH' but I was really impressed by my meal at Fonda Mexican. The food may not be authentic (c'mon, roo tacos?) and they're doing that annoyingly wanky drinks in jar with striped straw thing. However, the food is reasonably priced, delicious and more importantly, fresh.
14 Comments on Review: Fonda Mexican, Richmond (Melbourne, VIC)
Haven't been to Fonda Mexican for a while, but did like what they had to offer. I don't usually go for fish when I go Mexican, but the burrito looks awesome!
Have you seen the one in Windsor? I haven't been but walked by, absolutely huge place!Reply
Cute Corn.. Libby… Nice to see veggie dishes on your pics…
Please get Samsung S4 galaxy for your trip its excellent smarphone with cool camera…Reply
charred corn? I'm all over it!Reply
Dear Libby,
I've never quite warmed up to Mexican though I think Salma Hayek is very beautiful.Reply
So happy for your new internship and it's awesome that you get to visit all these places for lunch Fonda has been on my list for the longest time but not sure why I still haven't visited hehe ~Reply
I have only been to Fonda once and it was aaaages ago, but I remember we ordered pretty much all the vegetarian food on the menu and really enjoyed it all. I should probably go back and see if it's changed!Reply
Do you know what's better than charred corn? Fresh raw corn in-season from the farmers market. BOOM.Reply
My dear Libby,Reply
Looks dodgy & artificial
I was meant to have a lunch date with The Angmoh at Fonda's but we had to cancel. how i wish i was working around Richmond too!Reply
Glad to hear there was a bit of criticism in this review, because I thought some of the dishes were a bit bland, although I thought this applied to the quinoa burrito as well. The highlight of my experience was the lychee margarita – spectacular!!!! im not even a big lychee fan.Reply
and have to agree – a bit over the jar/swizzle stick combo..;)


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Mike Balogun
Dec. 4, 2013
By Tom Weber
CARBONDALE, Ill. - Saluki junior guard Mike Balogun has been fascinated with the game of basketball ever since he was a toddler growing up in Staten Island, N.Y. He had a Fisher-Price hoop in his room and idolized Michael Jordan.
"My mother said I couldn't take my eyes off the television when a basketball game was on," Balogun recalled. "I didn't watch cartoons, I watched basketball. It was second-nature to me."
No one had to push him to play the sport growing up, which is interesting, because he doesn't come from a sports family -- his dad is a computer engineer and his mother is a nurse -- and none of his three siblings took to the game the way he did.
If you love basketball, there are few better places to be than the New York City area. Balogun said there are frequent tournaments and open gyms in which some of the world's best players compete.
"I've matched up with Kyrie Irving (2012 NBA Rookie of the Year) and a bunch of guys who are on their way to the NBA," he said. Among his friends and gym mates were Ben Uzoh and Quincy Douby -- who both played in the league.
"You give yourself a measuring stick and you find out you're not where you think you are," Balogun said of his brushes with NBA-caliber players. "It's a humbling experience."
The 6-foot-2 Balogun specializes in shooting the basketball. If you watch him work out, you'll see shot after 3-point shot touch nothing but nylon. He has uncanny accuracy and deep range, as he displayed last Saturday with a 5-for-8 performance from outside the arc.
"I like to shoot the basketball," he said with a wide grin. "If I see one go in, just know there's a few more going in, too. All I need is one. Once I get hot, I can start rolling."
His track record as a shooter is impressive. At Curtis High School in Staten Island, he knocked down four 3-pointers and was named the MVP of the city championship game in 2011. After high school, he played two years at West Hills Community College (Calif.) in the San Joaquin Valley, where he was named All-Conference his sophomore year. His head coach, Mark Arce, was good friends with SIU's Barry Hinson, who was in need of a sharpshooter, sending him to Carbondale.
"Working out with guys who have played Division I college basketball or in the NBA, that gives me the confidence to know I can play at this level," he said.
If his dream of playing in the NBA doesn't work out, Balogun has a clear fall-back plan. The psychology major would like to be a high school guidance counselor and basketball coach. He said he was inspired by his own high school guidance counselor, Jeannine Sweeney, who was a respected mentor to students at Curtis High.
"She was a lady you could really go to whenever you needed to talk," he explained. "Basketball and grades, when you try to juggle the two, it can get tough, and she was there to let you know things would be ok."
Although Balogun grew up in a close-knit family -- he Facetimes with them almost every day and they watch his Saluki games on-line -- he said many of his friends weren't so fortunate.
"In my high school, a lot of kids didn't have much guidance at home," he said. "She'd see you in the hallway and ask you if you're ok. Her smile gave you a warming feeling. That's what I want to do -- make a high school program for kids so they have someone to talk to, something to do other than just go home, a program that will help kids have someone to talk to when they feel alone."


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Suggested by Josh H
First off, this is a TREMENDOUS suggestion. I never even knew about the IDW Infestation until this request, so Geek points to Josh H for that.
Being that this a Zombie Gauntlet, these groups will face each other on the continent of Australia.
Which group would emerge victorious?