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Potential Essays
Final Exam
You will see 3 of the following essays on the Final Exam
Ch 11 Establishing a Pay Structure
1. Fairness, or equity, is an important concept in creating a company's compensation system. Answer the following questions dealing with establishing equity in a compensation system.
a. Why is equity important when creating a compensation system? What happens if employees see the pay system as unfair?
b. Employees will try to determine if their compensation is fair by comparing their salary to those within the company (i.e., internal equity) and those outside the company (external equity). What two HR practices are used to help ensure that internal equity and external equity exist?
Ch 13 Providing Employee Benefits
2. Identify and describe three legally required benefits?
Ch 14 Collective Bargaining and Labor Relations
3. Labor contracts typically include clauses that explain the security the union has with respect to membership of the employer=s workers (i.e., agency shop, maintenance of membership).
a. Name and describe four types of "shops" (union security clauses that have the word "shop" in them) that we discussed in class.
b. Which one is an illegal shop arrangement?
c. Which law made this shop arrangement illegal?
4. Describe the union organizing process. In other words, what steps must typically take place for a union to be recognized by an employer as the bargaining representative for a group of employees (i.e., from organizing effort through election certification)? Describe each step in as much detail as possible.
Then explain the process of decertifying a union.


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Etric Pruitt
Position: DB
Height: 6-0 Weight: 197 lbs.
Born: August 16, 1981 in Theodore, AL
High School: Theodore
College: Southern Miss (school history) (Pruitt college stats)
Drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the 6th round (186th overall) of the 2004 NFL Draft.
Weighted Career AV (100-95-...): 0 (15060th overall since 1950)
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Every Spring Training for the MN Twins, at some point I am reminded of the death of Kirby Puckett in 2006. Although I didn't become a serious baseball fan until the mid 1990s, the very end of Puck's cut-short career, I just remember (as a child) the presence of Kirby being larger than life. He was (perhaps more than any other) the player who initially got me excited about Twins baseball.
It's very sad to me that Puckett is no longer around. When I think of legendary players, I think of guys like Harmon Killebrew and Tony Oliva. For my dad, for instance, just seeing those guys is enough to rekindle a flood of old (and primarily rosy!) memories. Unfortunately, I don't get to do that with Puck. Later this August, when the Twins have their 20th Anniversary of the 1991 World Series, there will be a big hole in CF, as has been the case since 2006.
We only have videos like the ones in this post to remember #34.
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If I ever want to think about inspiration, about guts, glory and the thrill of the game….Kirby Puckett instantly comes into my mind.
Tell me another ballplayer who has ever played this game with the joy of a child and the motivation of pride and integrity than Puckett when he threw on his armor, his trusty # 34 jersey.
Still hits hard the man is gone, but thanks to video and anedotes from friends, fans and teammates, the Legend will never cease…..I just hope his spirit caught a ride to Target Field becuase Puckett would have loved to play in that vast green space.
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Philip Seymour Hoffman dead from a suspected drug overdose. Another actor down for the count, another talent lost. A father-of-three gone forever.
These are things we wish we didn't have to write. Unfortunately, they are true. According to the New York Times, Hoffman was found unresponsive in his New York apartment late Sunday morning, Feb. 2, with a syringe needle in his arm. He was just 46 years old. Hoffmans's death is just the latest in a long list of celebrity drug overdose deaths.
The Oscar-winning actor, known for roles in big-name moneymakers such as "Boogie Nights" and "The Hunger Games" franchise. Read more about Hoffman's career below.
Philip Seymour Hoffman Dead: Actor Found With Needle in Arm, Drug Overdose Suspected
According to his IMDB bio, Hoffman took acting so seriously in his youth that he completed a degree in drama after participating in theatre arts during high school. "He attended New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, graduating with a B.F.A. degree in Drama in 1989."
His hard work and studious nature paid off. News of Philip Seymour Hoffman dead at age 46 from a suspected drug overdose is heartbreaking, as the actor achieved a respectable body of work in his twenty-plus years in the movie industry. Had he lived, he no doubt would have entertained fans for decades to come.
Getting his start in the indie scene in the early 90s, Hoffman went on to roles in big name commercial projects. He was cast in supporting roles in such blockbusters as "Cold Mountain," "Red Dragon," and of course, his role in "Boogie Nights." He won Best Actor at the Academy Awards for his titular role in "Capote."
At the time of his death, Hoffman had three children under the age of 12. Our deepest, most heartfelt sympathies go out to them and their mother, Hoffman's longtime partner Mimi O'Donnell. This was a heartbreaking post to write knowing three young children have just lost their father. There are no appropriate words for how we feel for these children. We can only send our loving thoughts and our most genuine hope that they may find comfort in one another in the hours, days, weeks and lifetimes ahead. Life isn't fair, not one bit; still, we wish our children could go on forever without having to learn that lesson first-hand.
Rest in peace, Mr. Hoffman.
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Chalk up a win to "I (heart) Boobies" bracelet-wearing students across the country, as the Supreme Court rejected an appeal from a Pennsylvania school district that attempted to ban the breast cancer awareness garb, according to a report today from the Associated Press.
The decision essentially puts an end to a three-year-long legal battle between the Easton Area School District and two of the district's students, Kayla Martinez and Brianna Hawk, aided by the American Civil Liberties Union.
The justices' rejection leaves in place a federal court's decision from August in which the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia ruled that the bracelets did not cause a disruption and were not "plainly lewd."
With the ACLU's help, Martinez and Hawk, then ages 12 and 13, successfully sued the school district after being suspended from class and barred from attending a school dance when they defiantly wore the bracelets during Breast Cancer Awareness Day despite a school ban on the apparel.
Precedent has given schools the right to restrict vulgar or disruptive speech, but ACLU lawyer Mary Catherine Roper said this case didn't meet that scrutiny.
"In a situation where these bracelets were actually causing problems, school officials could take action," Roper said. "This is all based on a case where they weren't sparking inappropriate behavior or inappropriate comments. Schools always have the authority to keep order and prevent those things from happening."
John Freund, the school district's solicitor, said that he's disappointed with the Supreme Court's decision because the federal court ruling "robs educators and school boards of the ability to strike a reasonable balance between a student's right to creative expression" and districts' obligation to keep schools "free from sexual entendre and vulgarity."
In the end, however, Roper said the takeaway from this case is that students should be able encouraged to and have the right to "talk about important things."
"Kids should be able to talk about things that matter to them in language that is both respectful and familiar to them," Roper said.


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We're less than a week away from Ciara's hotly anticipated performance at this year's VH1 DIVAS! Learn some info on her performance via VH1 …(read on below. . .)
Ciara is bringing Michael Jackson to VH1 Divas! No, not hologram MJ. A little birdie told us that on Sunday, December 16 at 9PM ET/8C CiCi will be using one of his classics to kick off her "Got Me Good" set.
Though, she's not the first to draw inspiration from the King of Pop, we've seen her performtributes to his work in concerts over the years, work the red carpet like Mike and peeped his dance moves in some of her own gravity-defying choreography (does the woman have a spine?!). So, if any Diva can "Work" his presence on stage, it's Ciara. We don't yet know which minute-long snippet I'll be screaming, "That's my jam!" to in six days, but here are a few theories:
Song #1: "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'"
Why It's Likely: She got the blogosphere buzzing last summer when flexed her fancy footwork to the tune in an Angola concert. Where is Angola? I don't know, but I wished I was there when I saw that show footage.
Song #2: "Heal The World"
Why It's Likely: She performed it at the 2009 BET Awards shortly after Michael Jackson's death. It's a slow jam, but it could be an easy-build complement (and moment of rest) before the non-stop dance fest that is "Got Me Good."
Song #3: "Billie Jean"
Why It's Likely: This song is all about showcasing feet popping and hip twerking. And the first 30 seconds are so recognizable, too - 1983 Motown 25 performance, anyone? Nothing but good things happen from starting a set with that.
Song #4: "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough"
Why It's Likely: Another jam she's pulled out of her concert repertoire before. It's definitely a big crowd-pleaser. What better way to pump up a dance-theme Divas crowd?
Peep Ciara's crazy cover of 'Wanna Be Startin' Somthin"
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Gregans Castle Hotel
At Gregans Castle Hotel, legends of battling clans and romantic poets reappear in the thick mists of this luxurious hotel hidden in the heart of Ireland's Burren. The views of Galway Bay gracefully sweep guests to a mysterious world where limestone mountains of the Burren unfold before heather-dappled glens, and roaring turf fires create timeless splendor. Rugged unspoiled beauty, rare wildflowers resting on the edge of jagged cliffs, and a favorite Irish tune sung nearby are what begins the finest and very warmest stay at Gregans Castle Hotel, an 18th-century country house set within the unusual landscape of Ireland's Burren.
Known for its legendary Irish hospitality, the Gregans Castle Hotel ranks as a treasured gem among Irish hotels. This historic 18th-century mansion welcomes guests by scenic roads, and extraordinary views of Galway Bay and the Burren abound from this luxurious resort, showcasing the layered limestone hills with their hidden glens that are steeped in treasured heritage. Here, in this quiet landscape, Gregans Castle Hotel has served as a sanctuary for bird watchers, botanists, and Hollywood luminaries like Sharon Stone, Ewan McGregor, and Kathy Bates.
Decades of careful restoration continue to reflect what the original occupants may have only envisioned: a landmark country house that remains true to its enduring legacy. With endless accolades – 2010 Supreme Winner of The Hotel & Catering Review Gold Medal Award for Excellence and The Georgina Campbell 2010 Country House of The Year Award – the historic Gregans Castle Hotel continues to capture guests' imaginations.
Gregans Castle Hotel, a charter member of Historic Hotels Worldwide since 2011, dates back to the 18th century.
Historic fun fact: Writers J.R. Tolkein and C.S. Lewis often visited then owner Frank Martyn and stayed at Gregans Castle during the 1950s and it is believed that The Burren was part inspiration for the Lord of the Rings trilogy.
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At Gregans Castle Hotel, legends of battling clans and romantic poets reappear in the thick mists of this luxurious hotel hidden in the heart of Ireland's Burren.
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January 16, 1999
TUCSON, Ariz. - ASU freshman Theresa Jantzen converted a three-point play to bring ASU within one (62-61) with 2:11 to play, but Arizona ended the game on an 8-0 run to win its 11th straight over the Sun Devils Jan. 16 at the McKale Center in Tucson.
ASU falls to 7-7 overall, 1-4 in the Pac-10, while Arizona improves to 7-7, 2-3.
Jantzen, coming in off the bench to play a season-high 20 minutes, contributed her first career double-double with 12 points and a game-high 11 rebounds. Arizona State led by as many as nine points early on (17-9) thanks in large part to superb perimeter shooting early in the first half.
Senior Michelle Tom was 3-of-3 from long range in the first 12 minutes, and ASU went 4-of-8 in the first period. A Jantzen freethrow made it 25-21 ASU at the 4:19-mark, but the Wildcats outscored ASU 8-4 to take a 29-28 advantage into the locker room.
A see-saw battle in the second half saw both teams shoot at least 50.0 percent from the field and from three-point range. The Wildcats finally stretched their lead to seven (62-55) on an 8-2 run with 3:12 to go. However, a three-pointer by Leaf Newman and the three-point play by Jantzen brought the Sun Devils within one at the 2:11-mark. But a shot clock violation at and three more turnovers prevented the Devils from scoring again.
Junior Kristine Sand and Tom added nine points, as Tom tied her career high with three three-pointers. The Sun Devils committed 27 turnovers to the Wildcats' 19, but outrebounded UA 33-27. Arizona shot 51.0 percent (26-of-51) from the field.


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Police ID man charged with defiling Art Modell's grave
BALTIMORE - Baltimore County police have identified the man charged with urinating on the grave site of the late Art Modell.
Paul S. Serbu, of the unit block of Meadowcrest Drive in Franklin, Oh., was charged with one count of misdemeanor disorderly conduct in a cemetery. Serbu faces a maximum sentence of two years in jail and a fine of $500.
SEE ALSO | Browns fan to be served criminal summons for defiling Art Modell's grave
On July 22, a YouTube user by the name of, "BrownsFan4Life," uploaded a video that depicted a man wearing an Ed Reed jersey appearing to urinate through a catheter on the grave site of Art Modell at Druid Ridge Cemetary on Park Heights Avenue in Baltimore County. The man in the video then removes the Ravens jersey to reveal a Browns jersey.
On July 29, the Baltimore County attorney's office authorized charges in the case, as in Maryland, there is a specific law that prohibits "indecent or disorderly conduct in a cemetery."
Kim Tarleton, a spokeswoman for the cemetery called the action "disappointing" and "disrespectful."
Scott Shellenberger, State's Attorney for Baltimore County, made a point "to commend the Baltimore County Police Department for doing outstanding work in identifying the suspect involved in this case.
"Everyone who has buried a loved one has the right to believe that their final resting place will be treated with respect," Shellenberger continued. "Bringing charges against this individual should act as a deterrent to others and assure the rest of us that no matter who you are, indecencies will not be committed against your final resting place."


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This article is a commentary on the life history approach, which specifically described aspects of and offered suggestions for conducting life history research with adolescents. The life history approach is well suited to a wide variety of types of health-related inquiry. In this article, the author used an exemplar study to show how well the life history approach was suited for questions regarding adolescent issues. This approach was also a good match for the developmental skills and needs of adolescents. The author uses the strengths and weaknesses of the approach and a detailed example of how she used the life history data to identify themes drawn from the exemplar study. She makes specific suggestions, including the development and implementation of an interview guide, planning and scheduling interviews, and the use of a life history grid. She includes examples of each suggestion and a sample life history grid.
Accepted version. Qualitative Health Research, Vol. 14, No. 9 (November 2004): 1309-1319. DOI. © SAGE Publications 2004. Used with permission.


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Frank Michael Reich
Position: QB
Height: 6-4 Weight: 210 lbs.
Throws: Right
Born: December 4, 1961 in Freeport, NY
High School: Cedar Crest
College: Maryland (school history) (Reich college stats)
Drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the 3rd round (57th overall) of the 1985 NFL Draft.
Weighted Career AV (100-95-...): 15 (5858th overall since 1950)
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A lot of athletes and bodybuilders are now drinking whey protein to increase the effectiveness of their training and improve performance. Whey protein, sourced from real milk, not only contains high levels of protein but also has high levels of magnesium, calcium and other minerals. Anyone who is either training to build muscles or burn body fats can certainly improve the results of their training with whey protein. Continue reading
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Many of us think that they are healthy enough and they do not really need to take health supplements of any kind. Do you feel this way as well? Well, guess what? Just because you feel healthy doesn't mean you really are; neither does it signify a lack of need for nutritional supplementation. Continue reading
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Lion's Head Meatballs
Yield: Serves 6.
Great tasting and fun to eat, these large meatballs really do look like lions' heads with cabbage manes. The amount of salt called for can he reduced or omitted entirely.
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- 1-1/2 pounds ground pork and beef (equal amounts of each)
- 2 to 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons dry sherry
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons minced onion
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger root
- 6 water chestnuts, minced
- 1/2 cup cold water
Instructions:Place all ingredients except water in large bowl. Mix well, then gradually add the water, stirring vigorously for 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
- 1 medium-size Chinese or savory cabbage
- 3 tablespoons cooking oil
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/3 cup water
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions:Separate cabbage leaves and cut into 2-inch pieces. Heat oil in skillet or wok until hot and sauté or stir-fry cabbage for 2 minutes. Place cabbage in a stove-top casserole or cooking pot. Make 6 or 7 large meatballs from the meat mixture (above). Dissolve the cornstarch in the water and coat each meatball with the solution, then place meatballs on top of cabbage. Mix the soy sauce and sugar and pour over the meatballs and cabbage. Steam slowly for 30 to 40 minutes. Serve with steamed rice.
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This year's selection is The River Runs Salt, Runs Sweet: A Memoir of Visegrad, Bosnia, by Jasmina Dervisevic-Cesic.
LAREDO, TEXAS (City of Laredo) - For the seventh year, the Laredo Public Library's One City, One Book program invites the entire community of Laredo to read, learn and share a common experience by reading a powerful, thought-provoking book by a modern-day author.
This year's selection is The River Runs Salt, Runs Sweet: A Memoir of Visegrad, Bosnia, by Jasmina Dervisevic-Cesic.
This book has also been selected by Texas A&M International University as the Global Read for the freshman class.
In an effort to enhance the message and themes of the book, the Laredo Public Library will host book discussions on Thursday, August 28, 2014 at 6:15 p.m. and on Saturday, August 30, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. in the HEB Multi-Purpose Room at the Laredo Public Library, 1120 East Calton Road.
Also, a film depicting the lasting effects of the senseless hatred and horrors of the Bosnia War on the innocent Muslim and Serbian children will be screened on August 20, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. in the Laredo Public Library HEB Multi-Purpose Room.
Another film documenting filmmaker Sabina Vajraca's return home to Bosnia with her Muslim family to recover the belongings left when forced to abandon their hometown of Banja Luka during the war will be screened on Saturday, August 30, 2014 at 3:30 p.m. in the Laredo Public Library Multi-Purpose Room and again on Monday, September 8, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. at the Inner City Branch at 202 W. Plum.
The One City, One Book initiative will culminate with a lecture by author Jasmina Dervisevic-Cesic in October.
Dervisevic-Cesic's visit to Laredo will start with an address to students and faculty at TAMIU on Friday, October 10.
The next day, Saturday, October 11, the general public will be able to meet and greet Dervisevic-Cesic at a reception at 9:30 AM and hear her lecture 10:30 AM at the Laredo Public Library Multi-Purpose Room, 1120 East Calton Road.
Everyone in the community is invited to stop by the Laredo Public Library to check out a copy of The River Runs Salt, Runs Sweet. The book will also be for sale at Books-A-Million bookstore.
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Commentary: Analysis of the Explanatory Model of Health Promotion and QOL in Chronic Disabling Conditions
Rehabilitation Nursing Editorial Board Member
This article is an important contribution to rehabilitation nursing. As the specialty of rehabilitation has matured and those with disabilities are integrated into society, concerns beyond the immediacy of the disabling condition require greater attention. Phillips' analysis of Stuifbergen's model reveals a logical, testable theory that is useful not only in research, but also in guiding nursing practice.
Evidence-based practice has become synonymous with research. Fawcett et al. (2001), however, call for a more "comprehensive focus" (p. 115) than simply on empirics, emphasizing that theory is "the reason for and the value of the evidence" (p. 117). Nursing practice guided by sound nursing theory strengthens nursing's role and contribution to the rehabilitation team. The research-tested theory presented here will do just that.
Figure 1 of the article provides a guideline for practice. In assessing a patient, specific questions to be explored will depend upon the person's condition. The outcome variable of the model—quality of life (QOL)—could be determined by asking the person, what his or her concept of a good QOL would be. This concept could then form the basis of individualized goals. The desired health-promoting behaviors would depend upon the person's condition, the expert opinion of the nurses and of the rehabilitation team, and the patient. While QOL and health-promoting behaviors may be relatively easy to identify, assisting the patient to reach them is not. The model, based upon the research, however, provides clear guidance.
Assessment of severity of illness, the person's barriers, resources, self-efficacy, acceptance, current health-promoting behaviors, and current QOL will suggest the nursing plan of care. Research has shown the relationships among these variables, thus developing a plan to reduce the barriers and strengthen the resources will promote self-efficacy and acceptance. Higher self-efficacy and acceptance is related to engagement in health-promoting behaviors, and thus a higher QOL. The meaning of each of the concepts or variables is broadly defined; nurses in agencies could develop specific assessment tools appropriate to their populations. The tools used to develop the model also could be used; because these tools have been validated, they would be useful as well to further research the efficacy of the model.
Phillips' critique of Stuifbergen's model reveals a theory that extends beyond previous health-promotion models and has been supported by years of research and refinement to reach the highest level of evidence—the randomized clinical trial. Thus, this model offers rehabilitation nurses an evidence-based framework upon which to base practice.
Fawcett, J., Watson, J., Neuman, B., Walker, P. H., & Fitzpatrick, J. J. (2001). On nursing theories and evidence. Journal of Nursing Scholarship, 33, 115–119.


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Lozano And Manning Lead Mustangs To 3-1 Win Over Houston
SMU to celebrate Senior Day against Rice Sunday at 1 p.m.
205 SMU Student-Athletes Named To C-USA Commissioner's Honor Roll
Mustangs Conclude Regular Season Against Tulsa Saturday At 1 P.M.
SMU hosts conference champion on Senior Day
Mustangs Start Three-Match Homestand Against UTEP Friday
SMU-UCF match Sunday features C-USA No. 2 offense vs No. 2 defense
Mustangs Travel To Houston For Final Road Trip Before Three-Match Homestand
Manning is closing in on single-season blocks record again
Tulsa vs SMU
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2011 (So.): Played 88 sets in 25 matches...Averaged 4.20 assists per set with 370 assists...Had 158 digs, averaging 1.80 per set...Had a career-high 32 assists against Santa Clara and had at least 20 assists eight times...Had four double-doubles, posting a season-high 18 digs at Marshall...Also had six aces and two blocks.
2010 (R-Fr.): Played in four sets, tallying four digs, six assists and a block... Twice tallied two digs
2009 (Fr.): Did not see game action.
Prep: Three-time letterwinner for coach Alicia DeLay at Ursuline Academy of Dallas...Served as team captain as a senior...Named TAPPS First Team All-State in 2008 and was selected to the All-District Team all three years...Named Setter of the Year and Varsity MVP as a senior...Offensive Player of the Year as a junior...TAPPS Newcomer of the Year as a sophomore...2006 Newcomer of the Year. Club: Father Steve Koch coached Kendrick for eight seasons with the Dallas Juniors under, leading the squad to the Open Nationals in 2007 and 2008...Played on the North Texas High Performance Regional Team in 2004 and 2006.
Personal: Born May 2, 1991...Daughter of Steve and Lyn Koch...Has four brothers, Tucker, Barrett, Taylor and Cav...Barrett played basketball at Trinity University, and Cav plays football at Holy Cross University...Parents and grandmother, Betty, are all graduates of SMU.
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This last episode really indulged in the ghost story a bit more than we already had, and I have to say, it's about time! I was dying to see something good happen with this story! And also on the plus side, we did get to see the real, new and improved Ripper in present day. I don't know about you guys, but I love it. Yes, he's a dick, but I found it so funny. Last night's episode wasn't one of the greats, in my opinion, but it was definitely very interesting!
Previously on The Vampire Diaries: Matt thought it would be brilliant to kill himself to see Vicki the ghost when Jeremy can already do that. Katherine and Damon were looking for Mikael, the complicated vampire-hunting vampire who knows how to Klaus (YAY). Klaus made Tyler his first successful puppy hybrid. Stefan went full-on Ripper on Elena (and I cried buckets.)
Why do we get so many "Elena-is-waking-up-and-she's-super-depressed" scenes? I understand your boyfriend tried to eat you, but I hope she gets to move on a little bit and try to be somewhat happy despite the complete nonsense that is her life. See, Alaric wakes up like a normal person. (These are the things that interest me? Oy vey.)
Alright! Elena's training to be a vampire slayer! I do agree with Alaric, she is a little scrawny to be taking on Stefan. But she is one of the strongest people on this show to go through what she goes through just about every day and have the strength to actually get out of bed. That's a trooper!
Alas, senior year. They're so excited. Their lives suck. I'd be a little depressed, too. "Today's our anniversary. Technically, Stefan and I met on the first day of school last year." Wait, let me grab my tissues, I have the sniffles.
Oh, Stefan. Complete role reversal here with the Salvatores. Reminds me of the time when Damon brought home all the girls to play with and suck their blood, while Stefan stood around with broody eyebrows. Stefan's being such a douche, but I love it. See what I mean? Ha. "Oh, I'm sorry. Your tone implies that I'm actually supposed to care." Rebekah can always come and live with me. She just can't eat me, though. Can she stay forever?
Bonnie should really give Jeremy a break with this ghost deal. She brought him back from the dead, and that's pretty heavy magic, and the witches helping her out said there will be consequences in doing so. And there's your consequences, girl! The witches warned her about this, she shouldn't be so upset with Jeremy. It's not like there's much for him to do about it.
MATTY. He's alive and well, thank God. I honestly can't believe that two whole seasons have been one year in Mystic Falls. Is it even possible for all of that to happen in one year? Oh, the wonders of television. Anyway, Vicki tells Matt that with his help, she can come back. Great, in a town with vampires, witches, werewolves, and a hybrid, all we need is junkie ghost wrecking more havoc around town. I don't really trust her much, anyway.
Tyler seems awfully chipper.
Back in Charlotte, Katherine is trying to get Mikael to wake up. Did I miss the 2 seconds in last weeks episode where Katherine and Jeremy found Mikael and his eyes immediately flew open, and we all thought he was awake? No? Then, what the hell writers?! Stop confusing me. Seriously.
Damon has some good stuff here. "We have a new housemate… Barbie Klaus." One of the greatest nicknames anyone could have ever came up with for Rebekah. I approve. "Stefan… what's he up to?" "Oh, you know. Journaling. Reading. Shaping his hair." I'm glad the boy has the decency to wake up in the morning and style his hair. I wonder if he takes as long as Uncle Jessie did.
Tyler's a messy eater. And the fact that he's so excited about being the first hybrid worries me little. This can not end well.
PILOT PARALLEL. Stefan and Elena bump into each other on the first day of school by the boys bathroom. Memories. "What do you mean? I'm going back to school! Go Timberwolves!" He's being such a jerk. I may be the only one who is giggling throughout this entire scene. As suckish as it may be, now that he's a full blown Ripper with no humanity and Elena's all sad and depressed about it, I still giggled. I love those two together but his storyline this season excites me, guys. (Unlike last season where he did absolutely nothing!)
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I absolutely love this little scene when Stefan comes to class. Elena's the annoyed girlfriend (ex-girlfriend?) and Stefan's just a cocky, jerk boyfriend. The looks exchanged made me giggle. And Rebekah seems to be going to high school now. No one seems happy about it. This looks like another pilot parallel, when Stefan came to class and schooled Mr. Tanner on history. Considering how this episode has been going, Rebekah may be right about the vikings. Interesting. We'll possibly never know, anyway.
Excuse me, sir. Sir. Why are you talking to your ghost sister in the open, at school? He looks crazy. Stop it, Matt. Oh, for a second there I thought Jeremy couldn't see Vicki anymore. He's a good spy. So, Vicki has a witch helping her from her side. There's a ritual to perform to this nonsense to happen, of course. She can appear and disappear whenever she wants. I'm telling you, Matty, this is a bad idea! Walk away! He still looks crazy too. There's a lot of information given here and switching between scenes, it's giving me a headache. Anna's obviously right. Let's bring her back instead, she seems to be more useful anyway.
Football practice! Why are they clothed? Tyler, take that do-rag off! Everything about him looks wonderful except for that do-rag. "Has anybody seen Dana?" AW. YOU GUYS. RIP. She's obviously missed. Oh. My. Jesus. Rebekah's joining the cheerleaders to harass Caroline. Seriously, can we keep her? I want to see those two go head-to-head. I'll call it "Battle of the Barbies". It'll be fantastic and there will be glitter wrestling.
Tyler is having way too much fun with his new toys. I can't blame him. You don't know how many times I wish I could compel my teachers to give me A's on my tests. (Shh, what is read here, stays here ). But Caroline isn't happy about it. She's not happy about Rebekah there either.
Stefan is being super annoying here and I am enjoying every bit of it. He's a major douche but Paul Wesley pulls it off so well. "You think I'm annoying now, wait 'til homecoming. Hey, who you bringing by the way? I don't want it to be… weird." Let's keep this sarcasm around after we get the old Stefan back, okay. "I'm the guy who's been assigned to protect a human bloodbag." I love him, okay!
Well, Mikael's finally awake.
That was a bit of a jerk move, Damon. Let the girl be trained like a Warrior Princess should. I honestly do not understand why Damon has to be CONVINCED to help save Stefan. Let me remind you how many times Stefan has saved your sorry ass. Seriously? It's sad that Elena has to convince Damon to save his own brother. His flesh and blood for over a hundred years. It saddens me that Damon's love for Elena seems to be stronger than his love for his brother now. When Damon was the evil brother back in season 1, Stefan never hesitated to help him out when he needed it. And he did such stupidity. Now that Stefan has lost his humanity, Damon just gives up on him? I can't even begin to explain how much it upsets me. And I would have actually enjoyed this scene a bit if Damon didn't manhandle Elena like that. But I guess she was okay with it. I'm going to go grab a bucket for my vomits.
The Scoobies have a plan to lock up Stefan! Go team! No, I lied. I don't like this. Let's keep him. "So… preoccupy her with you charm." "We have better luck finding a dagger." I cackled. So loud. It was embarrasing. Thank God I watch this show alone. It's about time someone was mad at Damon longer than a day. He gets a slap on the wrist way too often. I hope it takes Alaric a looooooong time to forgive Damon. (I pray they don't make him angry at Damon for a week and then forgive him and be bro's again like they did with Elena when Damon killed Jeremy).
They're finally explaining the sire story! About time. (I had to learn this from Buffy over the summer, greatest vampire show ever, and they explained it way earlier). When a vampire is sired, they begin to feel loyal to their "master". Tyler feels this loyalty because it was Klaus's blood that created him. So, now he feels entitled to give Klaus credit for what he is and look out for him, to into consideration what would be beneficial to his cause.
Aw. Look at that. Rebekah's still jealous Stefan isn't paying attention to her so she moves on to try and get Tyler's attention. Caroline's going to be pissed! And Snarky Elena is my favorite. "Really? You think I'm gonna let a blood addict tell me how to drink?" She should be like this all the time.
Hey, Matty. What you doing there? Stop it. I'm serious, stop that. It won't end well. This is The Vampire Diaries, it never ends well! Whoa, wait. They can touch each other now! THEY'RE HUGGING. AW. This is so cute. I'm glad Matty feels at least a little happy during all of this craziness. Vicki was always the only person he had left.
Jeremy has a point but so does Bonnie. Anna is on the other side of all this so she can be useful for information. But Bonnie is still a witch, no matter how useless she might have been, even though I still loved her and cried like a baby when she "died". Anyway, Jeremy could have at least given her a heads up when he heard Matt talking about it with Vicki.
YOU SEE MATTY. I told you it was a bad idea! Aren't we glad he's in the know about all this?
Elena smiles! Alert the media. (See what I did there?) Stefan was wrong, Elena is not a lightweight, apparently.
I like Stefan and Rebekah much better than Damon and Rebekah. Although, I like when Damon tries to be nice like that. It's refreshing from all the stupidity and doucheness (that may not be a word but it's okay). And I dislike the fact that Stefan doesn't even care about Elena being even remotely jealous of Damon attempting to flirt with Rebekah. It's obvious she kind of is, so why deny it?
Bonnie seems to be acting useful for the cause this season. At least the cause isn't saving Elena.
Are all Originals good at figuring things out so quickly? They seem to be the only smart ones on the show. Everyone else doesn't seem to get anything. Let's have more Originals. They all seem to hate Damon, too. Originals are fun.
Now Tyler wakes up in his house, wherever this room is. I don't remember. It's a big house, anyway. Who even remembers all the rooms? Anyway, Tyler's owning up to his doucheyness (another word that may not actually be a word) from today. He was seriously a jerk to Caroline and I'm glad they can actually talk about these things. It's healthy to talk to each in a relationship, I'm sure. This show doesn't really explain these things. To some poor soul, they might think Stefan's little party at the beginning of the episode is healthy and normal. The relationships aren't even logical on this show anyway so why am I even trying to argue this?! (Lol). "Everything I like about me is you." All together now: AAWWWW.
Drunk Elena! She should come around more often and make Whiny Elena go away and never return. "I thought that Ripper Stefan is supposed to be the life of the party." See how awesome Drunk Elena is. This is like that time they made Stefan drunk while he was on human blood back in season 1. They should get married. Aaaannd… BAM. Stefan saves Elena. We get to see a little glimpse of Stefan that Paul was talking about. Gloria even said that his love for Elena is in his soul, or something like that. But it's inside him somewhere. Whether he's a ripper or not, deep down somewhere, Stefan will always love her. And whether he's compelled to do so, he'll always protect her. And then Alaric interrupts a perfectly good Stefan/Elena moment. Not cool!
Damn these commercials! Seriously, CW!
Vicki, girl! What are you doing! Stefan's in there! Get him out first, AT LEAST. Kidding! But really, someone should get her out of there. If she dies again and old Stefan comes back, it'll kill him. Of course she won't actually die because, you know, she's part of the trinity, but still. That may be the only reason I have to keep her around. For the old Stefan's sake. Okay, so, while Elena is trapped and being barbequed, along with Stefan, Bonnie and Matty are trying to undo the spell and send Vicki back. Apparently, that brought her back to them, and Matt has to send her back. I feel bad for the boy. He's lost everything and then Vicki came back to him so he felt a little bit better. Now he has to lose her all over again. But now, at least he was given the opportunity to say goodbye to Vicki. Poor kid. I just want to give him a hug and take him home with me.
Elena saves Stefan before the car blows up! Oh, and before that, Stefan kicked the back window open for her. That's twice in mere minutes that he saves her. That is all.
Elena barely even has a scratch on her. There really is no need for all this first aid nonsense. She's so impossible to kill. God bless Alaric for walking in.
They're so cute, you guys. I never thought I would like these two fools together but I have joined the Forwood bandwagon. Obviously. Plus, I wonder how Tyler feels about the vampire stuff now. Like, biting that girl Rebekah just brought him, for example.
Mikael has been denying himself human blood. So he's one of those self-loathing vampires, then. Okay. HEY HEY HEY. NO. NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. NOT GOOD AT ALL. LEAVE KATHERINE ALONE. GO FIND ANOTHER VAMPIRE TO EAT. Damon's always available. (Obviously, he drinks vampire blood. In case no one caught on there to my little outburst.)
"It's okay if you want to be friends with Damon again." NO ELENA. It is not okay! The man killed him because Ric pissed him off! How would that be okay a week later?! Girl. You are majorly being side eyed right now. Stop being stupid. If Damon killed you for no reason, but you came back to life with that magical ring, how long would it take you to forgive him? If it were me, I'd tie him up and shoot wooden bullets at him for a good day or so. (As messed up as my head is right now, yes I might do that. But he doesn't even exist so there's no need to worry). It's never right to kill someone because they pissed you off, Elena. I'm glad Alaric doesn't want to be friends with Damon again. Maybe not for a while, at least, because everyone forgives him at some point for some reason.
"You really got me tonight. I definitely wasn't expecting that." No one expects Elena to be badass and have an actual decent plan that probably would have worked if it wasn't for Vicki. None of the fandom did, I'm sure. It's about time someone had a pretty good plan. "I'll always protect her. I think you're both better off having me around." I can't tell if he's serious or being a douche. Elena tells him she still has hope he can come back but Stefan tells her that she's pathetic to even think that. "No, Stefan, it makes me strong." WHAM, Stefan was staked in the stomach by Elena. She's getting better. Vampires of Mystic Falls, watch yourselves.
Why was Jeremy thinking about Anna while calling Bonnie? Was he thinking about her without even realizing he was thinking about her? Or did he realize he was thinking about Anna but didn't try to shake the thought? Hmm. I am skeptical. Jeremy still loves Anna, apparently. And why can Anna suddenly touch him now? What happened here? It was probably Matt's spell he did for Vicki. When he did that for her, he brought back all these ghosts, people who have died in Mystic Falls who were connected to the characters.
I cackled so hard! MASON. Did anyone notice the irony in this scene? Damon rolling up a rug and then Uncle Mason shows up to mess with him. Oh, how I miss him. He was so cute.
Next week: The ghosts of everyone who died in Mystic Falls comes back. Uncle Mason! Grams! LEXI! My baby girl, Lexi is coming back and you know how excited I am for her!
MVP for this week is hard. I'd have to give it up to the Donovans. Zach Roerig and Kayla Ewell. They were amazing in their scenes. I know everyone pretty much hates Vicki since season 1, but I have my moments where I like her and hate her. This episode, I had both. But Kayla Ewell did such a great job. The Donovans had such a strong relationship. They were really all that each other had. When Vicki died, Matt was devastated. And it was refreshing to see them together again, reminiscing about their first day last year and being around each other. When Matty had to let her go, you could really tell the pain he was going through. As much as his sister caused problems for him, he'll always love her and care for her. He didn't want to let her go, really. But he had to. And it hurt him. Zach Roerig was fantastic showing that. Both of them should get more credit for their skills.


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Rebecca Hendrix
New York, New York
Small Step: Served meals to the homeless
Big Result: Now a psychotherapist
Five years ago, Hendrix was earning $130,000 a year working as a luxury goods marketing director for a high-end design and retail chain. But "I began to feel more and more empty," she says. Eager to try something different, she volunteered at New York's Coalition for the Homeless, and each week she'd give out cups of chicken soup, bagels, oranges and cartons of milk. For the first time, she felt a sense of purpose. As she set out to deliver the meals, her route took her past a line of limos waiting to pick up Goldman Sachs employees—right next to a line of homeless people waiting to get their nightly meal. That juxtaposition of extreme luxury with extreme poverty "gave me a reality check," she says. "It made me realize that I wanted to do more to help people."
A year later, through a friend, she met a woman who had trained in spiritual psychology at the University of Santa Monica, in California. Struck by the woman's serenity, Hendrix thought, whatever she has, I want it. She promptly enrolled in that same program and began flying to Los Angeles once a month for classes. For four years, she commuted cross-country because she couldn't afford to quit work. But it paid off: In 2007, Hendrix became a licensed therapist. At first, she says, "I was afraid that I didn't know what I was doing. But I got over my perfectionism and allowed myself to make mistakes."
THE REWARDS Hendrix earns $160,000 to $175,000 a year and also leads life-change workshops and seminars
(rebeccahendrix.com). She is so successful, she has a waiting list. "I realized there's more to life than what I was doing, that I have more power to change my life than I thought. The key was in saying yes to something so different."
Alexanne Albert
Houston, Texas
Small Step: Took a community college jewelry and metal arts class
Big Result: Now owns a jewelry business
As a struggling single mother and emergency room nurse, Albert could never afford to buy heirloom quality china, but "the beauty of it really touched my heart," she says. One day, she saw some cheap jewelry made with china, and she thought she could do better. She imagined how beautiful the delicate patterns would look if they were set into silver: "I could turn people's broken china cups and plates into accessories they'd want to wear." The problem was, at age 47, she'd never designed anything and had no idea if anyone would buy this unusual jewelry. So she took a one-semester metal arts class and learned the fundamentals. "Many women get stuck by having too many obligations, but if you want to have a dream," she says, "you have to take time to discover what that is." Her first solo attempt during the course—a silver ring set with blue willow china—showed she had an eye for design and the skill to execute her ideas. It also kindled her entrepreneurial spirit.
Unfortunately, the banks did not share her enthusiasm. When she went shopping for a loan, they all told her a version of the same thing: "We don't see how you can make money selling this stuff." So while still working in the hospital, she made the risky decision to cash in a $17,000 retirement plan and racked up about $50,000 on credit cards, buying used jewelry-making equipment and random pieces of china from flea markets and estate sales. Next, she invited her daughter and daughter-in-law to join the business, which she named China Baroque.


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Lemley Alonzo Coffin
Sherman Democrat
February 24, 1977
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Lemley Coffin
Denison - Services for Lemley A. Coffin, 70, retired Denison cotton mill superintendent and machinist who died Tuesday at his home, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Johnson-Moore Funeral Home conducted by the Rev. Eugene Hoover of Calvary Baptist Church.
Burial will be at Cedarlawn Memorial Park in Sherman.
A West native, he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George A. Coffin, and married Addie Bates on Aug. 15, 1970, in Denison. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and the Elks Lodge.
Surviving are his wife; sons, J.D. Coffin of Denton and Wilburn Coffin of Denison; daughter, Mrs. Doyle B. Seale of Pasadena; brothers, Henry Coffin of Denison, Calvin Coffin of Hurst, Allen Coffin of Fort Worth and Harvey Lee Coffin of Tyler; sisters, Mrs. Jim Holt and Mrs. Nellie DeJaun, both of Whitewater, Calif., Mrs. Arthur Jackson of Westminster, Calif., and Mrs. Mirtie Robertson of Denison; seven grandchildren
and seven great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers are Richard Gregg, Milton Taul, Ray Bellows, Lucious Hord, Cleo Beckham and Richard Neasbitt.
The family will be at the funeral home from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday.


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Some readers express revulsion at seeing Gaza teens struck by Israelis bombs while they played on the beach. First, Gaza citizens have been warned to evacuate the area. Second, they are in a battle zone. Three, it is ignorance and bad judgment to play on the beach in a war zone when Hamas terrorist frogmen have been attempting to enter Israel from the water and beach.
Hamas is a terrorist organization that gained power from a majority of Gaza citizens voting them into power. The consequence is that a majority of Gaza citizens became enemies of Israel with their willful decision. Gaza adult citizens decided with their votes to endanger their families and communities by aligning with radical extremists instead of pursuing a moderate path to peace.
The bleeding heart argument that puts images of wounded children ahead of the fact that Gaza adults decided to endanger them is propaganda and false advertising for Hamas terrorists.
During the ceasefire, an AP report via Fox News said that Hamas continued to fire mortar rounds and attempted an invasion. Hamas leaders don't have adequate control or they simply can't be trusted. Which gets to the main point, don't negotiate with terrorists.
Rick Unger reported in Forbes why there should be exceptions to not negotiating with terrorists. It has to do with hostage taking, for instance.
"Why "We Don't Negotiate With Terrorists" No Longer Holds Up As Policy"
Overall, negotiating with terrorists in matters of territorial and political interests should not be acceptable because in the end their existence is unacceptable and intolerable.
Here is a list of terrorists with which the free world should not be negotiating:
There are hundreds.
Foreign Affairs says it succinctly:
"The argument against negotiating with terrorists is simple: Democracies must never give in to violence, and terrorists must never be rewarded for using it. Negotiations give legitimacy to terrorists and their methods and undermine actors who have pursued political change through peaceful means. Talks can destabilize the negotiating governments' political systems, undercut international efforts to outlaw terrorism, and set a dangerous precedent."
Then, there is this caveat.
"The key objective for any government contemplating negotiations with terrorists is not simply to end violence but to do so in a way that minimizes the risk of setting dangerous precedents and destabilizing its political system. Given this dual goal, a number of conditions must be met in order for talks to have even a chance of success. Assuming that negotiations are appropriate in all cases would be no more valid a theory than one that assumes they never are."
In the instance of Israel and Hamas, they had their chance to negotiate. They blew it time and again. Hamas remained committed to the destruction of Israel, an established nation. Hamas is a terrorist organization and that stance is forever intolerable. When Fatah aligned with Hamas, that compromised the integrity of Fatah.
"Israel says Hamas fires three mortars during humanitarian cease-fire window
Published July 17, 2014
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Israel's military said Hamas had fired three mortars into southern Israel from the Gaza Strip during a five-hour humanitarian cease-fire window Thursday.
The Israeli Defense Forces tweeted that the mortars hit the community of Eshkol. There was no immediate word of any injuries or damage. Israeli police spokesman Mickey Rosenfield had earlier told the Associated Press that two rockets fell in open areas in southern Israel, causing no damage or injuries. Rosenfield said the rockets landed at 12 p.m. local time (5 a.m. Eastern Time), two hours after the cease-fire began.
It was not immediately clear whether the Israeli military would respond.
The Associated Press contributed to this report."


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After several delays, the latest mission launched from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility has completed its cargo resupply mission to the International Space Station.
NASA reported on Sunday that International Space Station Expedition crew members captured the Orbital Sciences Cygnus cargo spacecraft with the station's robotic arm at 6:08 a.m. EST. The cargo craft was filled with 2,780 pounds of supplies for the station, including crew provisions, spare parts and experiment hardware.
The commercial partner Orbital Sciences Corporation launched the Cygnus cargo spacecraft Thursday afternoon from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility. The December launch was pushed back until International Space Station crew members made repairs on a faulty pump module.
Next launch scheduled for Tuesday
The new year is starting off busy for Wallops Flight Facility, with one launch completed last week, another one is scheduled for this week.
Three Terrier-Orion suborbital rockets are scheduled for launch on Tuesday, January 14. The Department of Defense mission from NASA's launch range at the Wallops Flight Facility will not be open to the public. The launch will be visible along the east, but don't make plans to watch the launch, as the exact time will not be released. At the request of DoD project managers, the launch will not be shown live on the Internet, nor will launch status updates be provided on social media once the countdown begins.
Delmarva's Space Flight Center
The NASA Wallops Flight Facility is located near Chincoteague Island, Virginia, some 140 miles south of Wilmington, Delaware. The facility was established in 1945 by the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics as a center for aeronautic research.
Most launches are open to the public, check out the Wallops Flight Facility Visitor Center website when planning a visit.
Launch status can be followed on the Wallops Island Twitter feed or the Wallops Island Facebook page.
What's on your mind today?
Are regional Space Flight Centers like the Wallops Flight Facility good educational tools? Should there be more emphasis in America on science? Is NASA underfunded?
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Thursday, November 6
New New Doctor?!
16 comments:
- dan said...
i cant wait i hope they do i feel the sooner we know the sooner we move forward with dreaming and thinking of season 5 but it seems real soon to know also. so we will wait and see its going to be exciting for sure
- November 06, 2008
- Eduard Korhonen said...
I reckon that he is just confused because of the episodes title. Wogan is a man who easily gets hold of the wrong end of the stick.
- November 06, 2008
- StormWolf said...
I highly doubt it, unless David Morrissey is going to be Eleven.
- November 06, 2008
- The Acrobatic Flea said...
I agree with Eduard, Wogan's so befuddled these days he's almost certainly got the wrong end of the stick (the episode they're previewing is, of course, called The Next Doctor) and has, in his confused state, decided this would be a great way to boost publicity for Children in Need.
With a year of Tennant, it's too early to reveal who's going to be taking his place...
It's more likely to come when Steven Moffat is being probably introduced to the general public as the new showrunner (around the time of the final 'special', I'd reckon).
- November 06, 2008
- Anonymous said...
*waits for an uncomprehendable post by doctor who fan*
- November 06, 2008
- Cameron McEwan said...
Quite right too!
My money's on Matthew Macfadyen....
(or David Morrissey)
- November 07, 2008
- White Guardian said...
Cameron Mcewan:
I know what you mean. I was watching Little Dorrit recently, and I was thinking the same thing. Matthew Macfadyen is very 'doctorish' isn't he?
- November 07, 2008
- Combom said...
i cant see them announcing it over a YEAR before it happens!
- November 07, 2008
- Anonymous said...
My instinct still tells me it's going to be David Morrissey. I think all this other speculation thrown out there has been a distraction from the obvious right in front of us.
- November 07, 2008
- Phil said...
I doubt they will announce it this far ahead and I doubt it will be Morrissey. However, it would be kinda cool if it was him. We've had plenty of stories where the doc runs into a prior incarnation, but never one where he's run into a future incarnation. Would be nice to do that.
- November 07, 2008
- StormWolf said...
I'd love it to be Morrissey, but won't be devastated if it isn't. And I reaaaaaaally doubt they're going to announce it now. That's just silly.
However, I don't know how they'd keep it quiet for long. It takes nine months to film a season of Doctor Who (or it has taken that long so far). Even though the show doesn't *air* for over a year, filming should be starting around, at the latest...oh...this coming July, right?
Still a while, yes, but not a year, and you know how Who fans are about finding out where they're filming. ;) Best to announce it before the cats out of the bag.
- November 07, 2008
- Sageeth said...
Patrick Stewart anyone? They did say they were thinking of offering a role lol. Of course THAT wouldn't happen, but it would be fantastic. He could blow the socks off the role, but he is too well known and would definitely ask for more money than even Tennant did lol. Well he could justify it at least (not saying Tennant couldn't but he could justify asking for more.)
And for spoofy/metajoke purposes he could tell the TARDIS to "engage" when taking off once then say that sounds stupid.
Even if they get the Legendary (well in my opinion at least :p) actor to appear for half a second as a totally unimportant role thaft'd be amazing.
- November 08, 2008
- Doctor who fan said...
I really can t wait the new doctor as the 11th doctor who will appear in series 5 this is will be so sweet the person would the play the 11th doctor.
but I not sure it person want to be the 11th doctor
- November 08, 2008
- caitilin said...
sounds stupid but, doesn't morrisey seem a little... obvious?
we've known for ages he's in the special and it would all be too easy if it were him. they should surprise us!
- November 08, 2008
- Anonymous said...
wow, i almost understood doctor who fan there
- November 09, 2008
- Doctor who fan said...
We don t know about What kind of age for person could play the 11th doctor in series 5 and beyond.
- November 09, 2008


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Tomorrow marks the beginning of the 2013 London Boat Show. Kelly will be there, having collaborated with Pearl Motor Yachts, undoubtedly one of the UK's top luxury yacht manufacturers, to design the Pearl 75's stunning interior. Pearl Yachts will be showcasing their new motor yacht Pearl 75, on display on stand number L17.
"My unique design very much mirrors Pearl's unrivalled quality and exhilarating performance. It includes elements to reflect the owner's individual needs and desires through a class-leading interior that has multiple layouts and styling options that are more consistent with the superyacht, rather than the mass production market."
In true Kelly Hoppen Style, an elegant use of texture and trademark neutral colour schemes are in place throughout the fresh and contemporary interior of the Pearl 75 yacht.
Commenting on Kelly's blog earlier this week, Pearl Yachts Managing Director, Iain Smallridge noted: "The Pearl 75 is the first in a new range of Flybridge motor yachts from Pearl with Pod drive propulsion and a Kelly Hoppen interior that will ensure Pearl Motor Yachts are at the forefront of motor yacht design in the coming years."
The London Boat Show is taking place from January 12-20 at the Excel, London. Kelly will be joining Pearl Yachts tomorrow, Saturday 12th January, at Stand L17 where she will be hosting a press reception at 12pm.
For more information and tickets, please visit the London Boat Show website.


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Where Is Everyone?
So where is everyone? I created an online account an login but then there is NOONE online. I've sat there for an hour and not a peep from anyone.
So I know the mac version is mac-to-mac only (itty bitty text on the box I missed while buying the game) but is there no other mac players out there?
Mac Users
Well, I would get online with my mac except it keeps telling me that the CD Key Authentication failed. really annoying. any suggestions???
Well, to be honest, gaming and Mac haven't gone hand in hand in the last decade or so. Mac gaming is trying to come back, but it will take time.
Unfortunately, it means that there are few Mac players out there. Sorry :(
It might be an idea to google Mac gaming and see what comes up. Also, by posting on these and the Gamespy forums of times you are on, xfire details etc, might help you attract players to have a game.
Try finding EAW Mac gamers and plan day's and times on wich you meet to play EAW. That's the best i can think of.
can you help me with key numbers
can you help me with key numbers for star wars empire at war please
there's VERY few of us, i know i got it for the MAC too, IVE NEVER RUN INTO ANYBODY online, i havent been able to find any mods either. so yeah
its because well... look at this forum. small. meaning few mac users. on my vista there are always many many many games to join.
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