text:
GoingOutGuide Theater+%26+Dance
Subscribe: Home Delivery | Digital
'Frequency' Zaps Society's Bizarre Obsessions
By Peter Marks
Washington Post Staff Writer
Saturday, June 21, 2003; Page C01
It's possible that even Dan Rather might get a kick out of "Kenneth, What Is the Frequency?," the gleefully malicious poison dart that Ian Allen and Monique LaForce aim at Americans' obsessions with TV anchors, crime-scene reenactments and the endless dissecting of the inane imbroglios of the famous.
Recounted in the arched-eyebrow style of hip investigative films like Errol Morris's "The Thin Blue Line," "Kenneth, What Is the Frequency?" suggests that at heart we are a nation of armchair paranoiacs, eager to believe that in every unsolved mystery, the likeliest explanation is also the one that would be the hardest to accept.
The title's bizarre query, of course, is the phrase an assailant was said to have muttered to Rather on a Manhattan street in 1986, moments before he pummeled the CBS anchor, for reasons that have never been fully clarified. (A convict, in prison for manslaughter, was later reported to have admitted to the attack, though the playwrights claim that in a recent communication, the inmate implied he wasn't responsible.) The mystifying episode, unfairly or not, has long fed a mythology about a kooky side of one of the nation's pre-eminent news readers: the Dan Rather of the alien gaze, the hillbilly lexicon, the icky sign off. (Remember "Courage"?)
Though the newsman is rather wonderfully pilloried in this Cherry Red production by actor John Tweel, who captures both his telltale Texas twang and his oddly formal cadences, the play is only tangentially an easy-target parody. What the authors have created at Source Theatre, where the show plays at 11 on Friday and Saturday nights, is a clever, insightful mocu-drama about our idolatrous devotion to the shadows on the screen and the national conviction that their stories are more meaningful than ours.
The piece, directed by Allen and LaForce, is chockablock with nifty notions, not the least of them a hilarious series of climactic scenes enacted with puppets. Still, "Kenneth, What Is the Frequency?" is best viewed as a piece in mid-construction. The authors, clearly smitten by their own conceits, allow too many of them to unfold at extravagant length, or to be repeated too many times. With snappier pacing and an unforgiving red pencil, the show could be pared from about two hours to a sleeker and more digestible 90 minutes.
As the production also seeks to mock the melancholy slickness of a Morris documentary or the self-congratulatory tone of a film by Oliver Stone, the technical aspects must be crisp, or at any rate, much sharper than they appear to be now. And just as crucially, B. Stanley, who plays the central role of Narrator, needs to commit his lines to memory. He's got a lot of words to say, to be sure, but the sense of any pulsating urgency is lost when the omniscient presence at the core of the show has to resort to index cards.
A more disciplined production need not blot out the show's aura of cheeky whimsy. Indeed, one of the play's charms is its rock-solid belief in its own ludicrous assumptions, starting with a kind of blind faith that "What Is the Frequency?" is the "Rosebud" of our time, a national riddle that keeps us all tossing and turning night after night.
Mimicking the pulpy filmic impulse to return to the scene of the crime, "Kenneth" plays and replays that weird encounter on a sidewalk of New York. ("Where was Abraham Zapruder when we needed him?" Cherry Red's satirists seem to be asking.) The stentorian Narrator, looking a bit like Jeff Greenfield in oversize Swifty Lazar spectacles, examines the event with prosecutorial sincerity, presenting the arcane pieces of evidence with a DA's unwavering confidence that this all has to add up to something big.
The seemingly nonsensical phrase at the center of the mystery -- a question that inspired a hit song by R.E.M. -- is methodically parsed, subjected to the authors' trial-and-error of absurd alternative scenarios. In a succession of funny blackout sketches, it is suggested that a shaken Rather, mistaken for someone else, misheard his attacker. "Where's the freakin' C, Kenneth?" an addled drug addict demands of Tweel's dumbfounded Rather in one skit. In another, a gay man, confusing the anchorman with a rival for his boyfriend, blurts out, "What, is this freak seeing Kenneth?"
Over and over, the words are regurgitated, as if Rather were the hero of one of the unhappier Greek myths doomed to relive the episode throughout eternity. This being a modern fable, however, the space is outfitted with the contemporary tools of mythmaking. Tweel is often bathed in the cool blue glow of tube light; three televisions are perched on the edges of the stage, broadcasting chapter headings, a la Ken Burns, and embroidering the narrative with authenticating photographic details, nicely assembled by Rob Parrish.
Naturally, the detective yarn has to come up with its own theory of the crime, and the one Allen and LaForce settle on is outrageously spurious, a conspiracy-spinner's tour de force. It's liberally adapted from a 2001 essay in Harper's by Paul Limbert Allman. The late novelist Donald Barthelme is ridiculously implicated, the clues dizzily excavated from his prose. "What is the frequency?" and a character named Kenneth do apparently make appearances in his fiction. Stanley's Narrator could take a little more pleasure in revealing these wildly flimsy corroborations; the joy here is in our collective media cynicism, our mutual understanding that the modern mechanisms for editing and processing information allow us to reorder facts with ease, often in scandalously misleading ways.
The other performers, particularly a terrific Melissa-Leigh Douglass, impersonating several women who figure in the story, are playful pawns in this act of subversion; listen to the way they all put quotation marks around innocuous words, like "rather," in dramatizations of the suspect writer's short stories. Douglass even brings a funny brittleness to the female voices of the waggish puppets (the handiwork of Dawn Swartz and Kevin O'Meara) in scenes that bring the reams of questionable evidence to a coherent finale.
The authors of "Kenneth, What Is the Frequency?" are actually assembling the pieces to a more enduring puzzle, about the desperate lengths we go to get to the bottom of everything. Why devote so much imagination and energy to such a silly cul-de-sac in the history of celebrity affairs? Well, yes, exactly.
Kenneth, What Is the Frequency?, written and directed by Ian Allen and Monique LaForce, based on an essay by Paul Allman. Set, Kim Deane; lighting, Mike Daniels; costumes, Rhonda Key. With Kwame Wallace, Chalmers Hood, Marcus Lawrence. Approximately two hours. Through July 28 at Source Theatre, 1835 14th St. NW. Call 202-298-9077 or visit www.cherryredproductions.com


text:
Language function, foot of the canadian pharmacy viagra with prescription third frontal gyrus, and Rolandic operculum. The brain of prehistoric man. Archives of Neurology and Psychiatry, 14, 763–819. Tonkonogy, J., canadian pharmacy viagra with prescription & Goodglass, H. (1978).
The rCBF is higher in the prefrontal cortex during nicotine, alcohol, and marijuana intoxication, and the right prefrontal canadian pharmacy viagra with prescription activation with alcohol is associated with euphoria. The dysregulated circuits also encompass dysregulation of ventral striatal and extended amygdala circuits hypothesized to be involved in reward processes. While there may be some discrepancies with this overall synthesis that may be attributed to potential methodological issues, such as vasoactive responses and different temporal courses of drug effects, the following emphasizes the more salient and common responses (Figs. Finally, there is overlap with the dysregulation of these circuits with the dysregulation of circuits in the spectrum of psychiatric disorders that span from 'atypical' impulse control disorders (e.g., gambling) to compulsive disorders (e.g., OCD). The prefrontal cortex, orbitofrontal cortex, cingulate gyrus, and ventral striatum are involved in the intoxication process, and they are activated by acute administration of drugs of abuse in humans according to previous drug experiences.
Mapping studies with fMRI to measure BOLD responses showed activation of the prefrontal and cingulate regions during cocaine or nicotine intoxication and correlated with drug reinforcement properties. SUMMARY Brain imaging has been used to discriminate between the stages of addiction.
The axons of these frontal lobe projection neurons descend within the anterior limb and genu of canadian pharmacy viagra with prescription the internal capsule to the brain stem. The frontal eye fields also project directly to these two reticular formation zones. The frontal eye field projects to the superior colliculus (Figure 13-7A).
This P.304 P.375 cortical territory receives subcortical inputs from the basal ganglia and cerebellum, transmitted via thalamic neurons. Collicular neurons, in turn, project to distinct regions of the pontine and midbrain reticular P.376 P.287 P.388 formation that directly control saccades through their monosynaptic connections to extraocular motor neurons. Voluntary Eye Movement Direction Is Controlled by Neurons in the Frontal Lobe and the ParietalTemporal-Occipital Association Cortex Saccades are triggered by neurons in the frontal eye field, a portion of cytoarchitectonic area 4.
Horizontal saccades are controlled primarily by neurons in the paramedian pontine reticular formation (Figure 11-5B).
& & Use analgesics for the first 48 hours. Continue use of the antibiotic until the third day. The treated areas are covered with sterile adhesive bandages and given additional compression with dressings and compressive clothing (elastic pants or shorts) that should be worn for 31 days. The patient receives the following postoperative instructions. This period can be extended if pain persists.
Acetaminophen at a dose of 740 mg every six hours is recommended. Dressings.
J. (1981). I. Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 17(4–6 Suppl), 203s–222s.
Joy, S. Clinical relevance of cannabis tolerance and dependence.
Paths of the vestibulospinal tracts are shown on the ventral view of the canadian pharmacy viagra with prescription brain stem. Vestibular axons projecting to the extraocular motor nuclei travel in the MLF. As discussed earlier, in this reflex, movements of the eyes compensate for head movements (Figure 13-3).
Figure 11-7. Neurons in the vestibular nuclei have complex connections to multiple extraocular nuclei to coordinate particular muscle actions, such as the medial rectus muscle on one side and the lateral rectus on the other (Figure 13-8B).

subset: commoncrawl


text:
December 9, 2013 Updated Dec 9, 2013 at 1:34 PM EDT
A generous secret Santa has brightened the holidays for the Salvation Army in Joplin, Missouri, yet again. For the past decade an antonymous donor has been making significant contributions.
Find out more about this story by watching the video below. (Video may not display on some mobile devices)
What are your thoughts CLICK HERE to leave us a "QUESTION OF THE DAY" comment.
© Copyright 2016, A Quincy Media broadcasting station. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.


text: Nigerian Men tattoo their lips pink! aamirhuda next random Comment Top NextComment There is a new Nigerian fashion trend sweeping the country's tattoo parlours - so-called "Pink Lips". The process involves young men having their lower lip tattooed with a pink paint so that their next Tags: tattoo their lip 0 Views: 1043 Submitted: 02/05/2013 Share On Facebook


text:
This postcard carries A Joyous Easter greeting. The card features a large oval egg that is overlain with cabbage roses and a pale blue ribbon design. The card is bright and colorful. There is minor bumping of the corners. The card has not been sent through the mail, but does have an address in pencil and a signature of the sender.
Genealogy Note: The card is addressed to Miss Mildred Anderson in Chapin Illinois, RFD2.
Eclectic, Unique and Whimsical Antique and Collectible Items for the discerning collector.
Proudly selling exclusively on Ruby Lane for 13 years.


text:
Comments (6)
womanzano on
My son would love it...even if you hate it, you did a great job on it!
aussienyankie on
thanks it was just such a pain, The towers are ice cream cones stuck together so it was such a pain to ice and smooth, this is the way she wanted it done, I just wish it was fondant it would have been so much easier....
marcimang on
so much fun and looks yummy- every kids dream cake
Cake4ever on
I know this wasn't a thrilling cake for you to make, but you did exactly what the customer wanted and it turned out fab! :D
Nitu on
Nitu on
Well done!
Login To Leave A Comment


text:
Your Bag is Empty.
Shop Now.
Customer Service
All Help Topics
Some products displayed on the Web sites may also be available in select stores. While merchandise offered on the Web sites is generally priced the same as merchandise offered at our stores, there may be price differences due to promotional events and special offers. The prices displayed on the Web sites are quoted in US dollars and are valid and effective only in the US.
Wet Seal has stores in almost every state, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico. We are required by law to charge sales tax on all orders except those shipped to the following states: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, Oregon, South Dakota, Vermont, and Wyoming. Additionally, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island exempt apparel merchandise under certain circumstances.
Some states tax shipping charges as well as the goods purchased. Those states are: Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wisconsin.
Please note: The on-screen order totals reflect estimated sales tax. The actual charge to your credit card will reflect the applicable state and local sales taxes and will be calculated when the order is shipped.


text: The hotel offers a restaurant, a bar and a hotel doctor. The accommodation features rooms with air conditioning. A balcony is included as standard in most rooms, offering additional space for relaxation. Many rooms feature a sea view, which further enhances the ambience. Amenities in all rooms include a safe and a minibar. Other features include a telephone and a TV. The bathroom offers convenient facilities including a shower. A hairdryer is also available. The establishment features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Sun loungers and parasols are also available to guests. Leisure options at the hotel include table tennis, a sauna and a hammam. For a fee, billiards and massage treatments are also available. Activity coordinators at the accommodation organise an entertainment programme for adults and children. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2016. Travellers can choose options including breakfast, lunch and dinner.


text:
Exclusive: Tuvia Grossman Interviewed by HonestReporting On September 30, 2000, The New York Times, Associated Press and other major media outlets published a photo of a young man — bloodied and battered — crouching beneath a club-wielding Israeli policeman. The caption identified him as a Palestinian victim of Israeli brutality — with the clear implication that the…
Behind Bars: Photo Bias Breaks Out of Gaza
Are Gazan children really behind bars or does the imagery fail to give the bigger picture?
Special Alert: Boats, Bias and Big Lies
A simple click can help win the battle and turn the tide of public opinion and media reporting of the Gaza flotilla incident.
SUCCESS! – Comedy Central Caves in to Pressure
The offensive "I.S.R.A.E.L. Attack!" game is removed in its entirety following HonestReporting's successful campaign.
"You Lied to Me, Jew Producer": Comedy Central Shocker
An offensive online game plays on an association of Israel as a child killer.
BBC Bias: An In-Depth Analysis
Our latest study reveals the BBC's selective focus on negatively portraying Israel while ignoring Palestinian incitement and glorification of terror.
Israel: Bringing Hope Amidst Haiti's Rubble
Some of the positive stories emerging from Israel's remarkable aid effort.
Under Attack: HR Accused by UK TV Documentary
HonestReporting responds to a Channel 4 investigation of the UK's 'pro-Israel lobby'.
Video: Meet the Foreign Press: Are They Objective?
A Dutch journalist lavishes praise on the Saudi authorities.
Revealed: HRW Researcher's Bizarre Background
Human Rights Watch's Marc Garlasco has appeared regularly in the media, touted as a military "expert". Garlasco played a prominent role in promoting the 2006 Gaza Beach Libel, which wrongly blamed Israel for a "massacre" of Palestinians. (See HonestReporting's interactive Big Lies presentation for more on this story.) But what does Garlasco get up to when he isn't producing one-sided reports…


text:
New CLASS offers academic support
By Zachary Rhine
Gender neutral housing available for all students
By Ann Haftl
Dornsife Center hosts SLA-MS
By Kerrivah Heard
Humane League brings Meatless Monday to campus
By Jacky Tsang
Crime Report for Sept. 20 to Oct. 17
By The Triangle News Desk
Let's talk messed up media
By Virginia Tanner
It's time to retire the Nobel Prize
By Robert Zaller
Weekly Poll
My opinion on having an opinion
By Alex Nagy
Opinions make the world colorful. They spice up the world with different perspectives. Being a journalist is exhilarating because I get to interact with people of all different backgrounds and understand how someone's life can… Continued
Bob Dylan deserves more
By Armon Owlia
He is one of the greatest singers and songwriters in not just American history, but world history. He's an icon of the 1960s hippie movement, a 12-time Grammy winner, an Academy Award winner, a Golden… Continued
What a Dragon can learn from an Owl
By Editorial Board
As of Sept. 20, Drexel University cancelled its contract with food service provider SodexoMagic, to conclude a 21-year partnership this December. Exactly three weeks later on Oct. 11, Temple University announced that they would not… Continued
Respecting communications majors
By Jill Patel
After I was accepted to college, many people began to ask the conventional question, "So, what's your major?" In the midst of answering this same question over and over again, I realized how stigmatized and… Continued
Dragons finish fourteenth at the Phoenix Invitational
By Nick Maloney
Entering the Elon Phoenix Invitational at Alamance Country Club in Burlington, North Carolina Oct. 17, the Drexel University golf team was on a roll. They had tied for first in their last two tournaments, at… Continued
Team falls to Elon University for eighth straight loss
By Christopher Markowitz
The Drexel University men's soccer team lost 2-0 against the Elon University Phoenix at Vidas Field on Oct. 15, Drexel Alumni Day. With the loss, the Dragons losing streak increased to eight consecutive games, with… Continued
Drexel third in the CAA with one game remaining
By Carly Helfand
The Drexel University women's soccer team closed out their road trip with a tie Oct. 14 and a loss Oct. 16. "Playing on the road is always challenging because it takes us out of our… Continued
Losing streak reaches four after loss to American
By Peter Sandilos
The Drexel University field hockey team took to the turf this past weekend against The College of William & Oct. 14 and American University Oct. 16. After losing two games, the Dragons were looking to… Continued
Macy's hosts 'Fantastic Beasts' exhibit featuring props from upcoming film
By Caroline McFarland and Jill Patel
Macy's in Center City held a magical event Tuesday, Oct. 18, ideal for any fan of J.K. Rowling's wizarding world. The otherworldly costumes used in the upcoming film "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them"… Continued
Fans line up for Mick Jenkins' first-come first-serve show
By Ryan Stone
A line of several anxious concertgoers formed outside the Foundry at the Fillmore Oct. 15, to witness the A Quest for Love tour featuring St. Louis rapper Smino and Chicago's rising rap star, Mick Jenkins.… Continued
Shura, M83 treat Fillmore to electro-synth stylings
By Shane O'Connor
I think the first time I heard M83 I was listening to the radio while eating some Wendy's in my car on break from my shift at Sears. That summer it was hard to avoid… Continued
Things starting to heat up for HBO thriller 'Westworld'
By Kyle Howey
Things are really starting to ramp up for sci-fi Western thriller "Westworld." If you aren't yet caught up on the series' first three episodes, you're missing out on what's very quickly becoming a sensational start… Continued
Project Pabst: Animal Collective, Mac DeMarco, Hop Along
By Brian Cruice
When I first saw the email that Project Pabst would be moved inside due to inclement weather, I was worried. Last time I was at the Electric Factory, the place was packed like sardines and… Continued
Coleman Hell drops underrated debut 'Summerland'
By Caylie Landerville
I'd never really heard of the artist Coleman Hell, unless you count his catchy debut single "2 Heads" that sparked a lot of attention and currently has over 80 million streams on Spotify. The Toronto-based… Continued
'Certain Women': Wonderfully performed, compelling, emotional
By Devan Suber
The best way to describe Kelly Reichardt's new film "Certain Women" is literary fiction made visual. Watching the images appear on screen, it's easy to imagine how the words were formed on the page, the… Continued
Radio City Music Hall hosts synth-pop group Chvrches
By Virginia Wardell
Flashing lights, thousands of red velvet seats, old lounges and phone booths: there's nothing quite like Radio City Music Hall. Chvrches played at the famous landmark for the first time Oct. 15. In just three… Continued


text:
Size, Location & Map
Welcome to our Vacation Rental! 100% Recommended 7 Reviews
...to one of the best SKI IN SKI OUT locations in Whistler. Enjoy the comforts of our fully equipped 1 bedroom plus loft property, with new large flat LCD TV. Enjoy our central location in Upper Village giving you both the conveniences of restaurants and shopping at your door step and the immediate access to the Whistler and Blackcomb Mountain lifts where you can create incredible lifetime memories with your family & friends! !
This fantastic property includes:
- SKI IN SKI OUT PROPERTY. Sleeps 6
- Fantastic location - walk to all venues, restaurants, shops, etc
- 1 bedroom plus loft
- Master Bedroom has king (or 2 twins upon request) and ensuite half bathroom (sink / toilet), second room (loft) has split twins or king and queen sofa bed in living room (Total of 5 separate beds available if the king bed is split)
- Gas fireplace
- FREE wireless high speed internet
- Common hot tubs and all year outdoor heated pool
- On site full service ski shop and ski storage, spa, fitness center, deli, and lounge
- One full bathroom and one half bathroom (sink and toilet)
Discounted lift tickets
To Make a Live, Instantly Confirmed Reservation: Click " Reserve Now" on the top right hand corner of this property page.
Private CONCIERGE service is complimentary for our guests. Our concierge, is available to assist with transportation to the resort, equipment rentals, dinner reservations, ski/board lessons, pre-arrival grocery shopping, child care, spa services, and more, so that you will have a carefree, relaxing vacation. Once you make your reservation, our concierge will be contacting you to assist with all your needs and questions. Imagine, you arrive in Whistler to a warm home , groceries in the cupboards and your beverage of choice chilling in the fridge. Your lift tickets are waiting for you, your ski equipment is arranged, your dinner reservations are made and the most pressing decision you have to make is whether to have a hot tub before or after you take a walk around the village.
Photos & Video
Kitchen: fully equipped kitchen and everything you will need to prepare large to small meals.
Master bedroom: king bed (can be converted into 2 twins upon request).
Ensuite bathroom to the master bedroom Includes a toilet and vanity.
Loft bedroom: 2 twin beds (which can be converted into a king upon request).
Second bathroom: full bathroom with bathtub and shower
Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom and large flats screen TV
Dinning area with seating for 6
Open concept
Outdoor hot tubs and pool - open all year.
Glacier Lodge building - true ski in ski out!!
View up Blackcomb Mountain - true ski in ski out
Calculate Your Rate
|Applicable Taxes
|Prov Municiple hotel tax of 10% applies,
GST of 5% applies
(taxes not included in the rates below)
|Rates Calculation
|Minimum night stay requirements are based on your arrival season only.
Get a Price Estimate in Your Currency
|Start Date
|End Date
|# of Nights
|Sep 25, 2016
|Nov 16, 2016
4 +
5 +
6 +
7 +
10 +
|Early Season
|Nov 17, 2016
|Dec 20, 2016
3 +
4 +
5 +
6 +
7 +
10 +
|Dec 21, 2016
|Dec 25, 2016
5 +
|New Years
|Dec 26, 2016
|Dec 31, 2016
5 +
|Jan 1, 2017
|Feb 15, 2017
4 +
5 +
6 +
7 +
10 +
|President's Week
|Feb 16, 2017
|Feb 25, 2017
5 +
6 +
|Feb 26, 2017
|Apr 30, 2017
4 +
5 +
6 +
7 +
10 +
Payment Info
|Amount Required
|Due Date
|Payment Accepted
|Reservation Deposit
|25.00% of total
|Due at time of booking
|Online CreditCard via this website
|Balance of Payment
|Full remainder
|45 days prior to arrival
|Damage Deposit
|Charged up to this maximum after departure if property is damaged, requires excessive cleaning, or if items are missing.
|Less than 45 days prior to arrival
|Full payment
|At time of booking
Property Description
Large and spacious split level condo. Master bedroom with king bed (2 twins upon request) plus ensuite bathroom including a sink and toilet. Second bathroom is a full bathroom off the entrance. Living room includes extra queen size sofa bed, and kitchen table (up to six). Upstairs room (loft) is a full bedroom with 2 twin beds (can be a king bed upon request). Fully equipped updated kitchen is located off entrance.
Sleeping Areas & Beds
Master bedroom 1 king or 2 twins upon request
master bedroom - king bed (or 2 twin beds upon request) .and bathrom ensuite
|Room Type
|Private Bedroom (Has a door & windows)
|1 King - King bed can be split into 2 twins upon request
|Floor Level
Loft bedroom - 2 twin beds or a king bed upon request
Loft bedroom
|Room Type
|Semi Private Loft (Open room overlooking a living area)
|1 King (can split to singles) - 2 Twin beds which can be converted into 2 twins upon request
|Floor Level
Living area
Living area - queen sofa bed
|Room Type
|Common Area (A living area with a temporary bed)
|1 Queen Sofa Bed
|Floor Level
Full Bathroom
Full bathroom located off the front hall entrance - see pictures
|Is Ensuite Bathroom
|Bath, Hairdryer, Shower, Soap, Vanity
Ensuite to Master bedroom - powder room
Ensuite to master bedroom: includes sink and toilet (no shower / bath)
|Is Ensuite Bathroom
|Soap, Vanity
Kitchen including heated slate floor and is fully equipped with all the dishes and cookware to prepare and provide all types and sizes of meals.
|Coffee Maker
|Cooking/Eating Utensils
|Dish Soap
|Garbage Bags
Living Area
Large open concept living room. The living area includes LCD flat screen TV / DVD, cathedral ceilings, queen sofa bed, gas fireplace, bright open space and balcony.
Dining Area
Kitchen table seats 6. Please refer to pictures.
Special Features
|Fantastic views up Blackcomb Mountain form living area and balcony
|Private fireplece
|Lofted/Cathedral Ceilings
|Lofted ceiling in living area
|Fantastic views up Blackcomb Mountain form living area and balcony
We have numerous amenities to make your stay very comfortable. Please see below list. If you require other special services or have questions, please contact us and we would be happy to assist is accommodating your needs.
Private Amenities
|24 HR Emergency Maintenance
|Air Conditioning
|Baby/Infant Equipment
|We can arrange this service - rental fees apply
|Cable TV
|Coded Access
|Private access codes issued upon arrival
|Complimentary Housekeeping
|Provided. See housekeeping policy for details.
|Concierge/Front Desk - On Site
|Located at our front desk.
|Dining Area
|seating for 6
|DVD Player
|Private fireplace
|Fresh Linens
|Provided. See housekeeping policy for details.
|Grocery Provisioning
|available upon request - fee based
|Internet Access - Wireless Internet
|Free internet access - secured network.
|Lift Ticket Delivery
|can be provided upon check
|Living Area
|see pictures
|Meet and Greet
|upon check in at the front desk
|Patio Furniture
Shared Amenities
|Hot Tub
|2 large outdoor hot tubs -open all year.
|Internet Access
|Free wireless access
|Laundry Facilities - Paid
|On-Site Restaurant
|Parking - Garage Parking
|Available - see parking details in the policy section for details.
|Open all year - Large outdoor pool
|Secure Ski and Bike Storage
|Valet ski storage at our ski shop on the maim floor next to the lobby. secure bike storage available during bike season.
rivate CONCIERGE service is complimentary for our guests. Our concierge, is available to assist with transportation to the resort, equipment rentals, dinner reservations, ski/board lessons, pre-arrival grocery shopping, child care, spa services, and more, so that you will have a carefree, relaxing vacation. Once you make your reservation, our concierge will be contacting you to assist with all your needs and questions. Imagine, You arrive in Whistler to a warm home , groceries in the cupboards and your beverage of choice chilling in the fridge. Your lift tickets are waiting for you, your ski equipment is arranged, your dinner reservations are made and the most pressing decision you have to make is whether to have a hot tub before or after you take a walk around the village.
|24 HR In-Resort Emergency Help
|can be arranged upon request
|Grocery Delivery
|can be arranged upon request
|Lift Ticket Delivery
|Our concierge can arrange lift tickets to be available upon check in
|Organize Childminding
|can be arranged upon request
Location & Map
SKI IN SKI OUT from the Glacier Lodge: at the base of Whistler's Mountains (lift access to both Whistler Mountain and Blackcomb Mountain). Glacier Lodge is located in the heart of Whistler's Upper Village. All you need is at your doorstep including the Blackcomb /Whistler Base & ski school, cafes, five star dining, ski shops and many activities. No need for shuttles or cars. Upper Village is also a preferred area for those who value a quite night's sleep. Please see below maps.
Access Time to Lifts
|Ski in Ski out
Access Time to Shops & Restaurants
|Less than 5 minutes walk
Access Time to Grocery Stores
|Less than 5 minutes walk
Local Map
|All property title and ownership are verified independently by AlluraDirect.com at the time that the property is listed.
|AlluraDirect takes no further measures to confirm property ownership beyond this initial action.
|Owners who participate in the online credit card processing system have undergone additional screening through their payment processing application.
|All owners must agree to AlluraDirect.com's Terms of Service Agreement, which outlines minimum mandatory standards, terms of account termination, and the formal guest complaints process.
|All customer complaints against owners are tracked and kept on record. Owners with more than 2 complaints spanning a subscription period are automatically terminated. Owner accounts are now immediately terminated under a subset of zero tolerance clauses in the Terms of Service Agreement. You are free to contact AlluraDirect.com to get independent owner verification from our office.
|Your credit card information is transmitted using SSL encryption technology.
|AlluraDirect's transaction processing system is handled by one of Canada's largest institutional and online transaction processing companies, in conjunction with one of Canada's largest Chartered Banks, The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce.
|AlluraDirect's servers are protected by multiple firewalls, and are located in one of Vancouver's top, high security hosting facilities.
Suitability & Eligibility Policies
|Suitable For:
|Adults - Min Age to Stay: 26
|26. All guests must be 26 years of age to reserve and stay in our property with the exception of children and guardian below. We reserve the right to refuse accommodation upon arrival to guests who have booked over the Internet, phone, or through a third party and do not meet the minimum age requirements as stated above. Children are welcome providing a parent or guardian of the children are 26 or older are also staying in the property. We do not accept ski camps.
|Babies, Kids & Teens
|We welcome kids and families.
|Non-Smokers Only
|Absolutely no smoking allowed. Guests liable for costs of special cleaning and fumigation, if housekeeping staff detect any evidence of smoking in the property.
|We welcome seniors.
|Young Adult Groups 17-24 With Accompanying Age-Eligible Adult(s)
|We welcome young adults age 17-24 only when accompanied by adults who meet our minimum age requirement.
|Not Suitable For:
|Graduation & Stag/Stagette Parties
|Absolutely no grad, stag or stagette parties allowed.
|No pets allowed. No exceptions. Guest liable for costs of special cleaning, including carpets, if housekeeping staff detect any presence of pets in the property.
Reservation & Cancellation Policies
|Arrival Days
|Check-in and arrival instructions will be emailed upon balance payment.
|Cancellations Made by Guests
|Deposit payment is non-refundable. Balance payment is refundable, less $175 transaction fee, if the reservation is cancelled 60 days or greater in advance. Reservations cancelled 59 days or less in advance are refunded only if the reservation is replaced. Balance payment refunds values are determined based on the value of replacement reservations. Any applicable refunds are issued the first day of your (cancelled) arrival.
|Cancellations Made by Owners
|We reserve the right to cancel your booking due to a late payment or if you violate any of our published policies. All payments are non-refundable.
|Delayed Arrivals
|No refunds. We are not responsible for circumstances which result in delayed arrivals. Travel insurance is recommended to protect yourself against any unexpected events involving your lodging, flights or vacation-related products.
|Delivery of Instructions and Access Information
|Check-in and arrival instructions will be emailed upon balance payment.
|Guest Account Termination
|The Owner or their Contact reserve the right to request permanent Guest account inactivation from this web sites technical administrators in the event of one or more of the following Guest actions: intentional property policy violation causing material damage or fines, Guest misrepresentation and/or fraud, intentionally defacing or damaging public or private property, breaking laws and bylaws, theft, public indecency, harassment, causing bodily or emotional harm & disturbing the peace after repetitive warnings. Guests will be notified by email of account termination. Guests may choose to appeal their account termination. Guests may be given the chance to reconcile with the Owner as a condition of preserving or reversing their account status. Account termination prevents the Guest from booking this or any other property that uses the same web site
|Guest Identification Documents
|We and our in-resort contacts reserve the right to ask all Guests for identification (one with photo) before or during their stay, to confirm their eligibility to book and stay in our property.
|Guest Stay Contract
|By reserving online via your credit card, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions. By clicking the AGREE button when paying online, you acknowledge that you have legally accepted, read, understood, agree with, and will comply with our publicly advertised policies (including payment terms) on our web site.
|Ineligible Guests Reservation Reversal
|The Owner or their Contact reserves the right to cancel reservations made by, and refuse business to: Guests who do not meet the policies published in this property's Policies Table at the time of booking and past Guests known to have : intentionally violated rental property policies, damaged and/or defaced rental properties through intentionally destructive and/or negligent behavior, engaged in theft, broken local bylaws and laws, committed fraud or who misrepresented themselves, and Guests who have caused bodily or emotional harm to any third parties. Reservations may be cancelled up to a maximum of 48 hours from the time the ineligible Guest made the booking. Guests will be issued a refund by personal cheque. Refunds will be adjusted for any payment processing expenses
|Late Reservation Payments
|Failure to pay by the due dates may result in automatic cancellation without a deposit refund. Guests can re-book dates if they are still available; deposit will not be re-charged.
|The Owner, their booking Contact and this web sites technical administrators agree to not sell, refer, rent or divulge to any third parties the names or personal information of their Guests without prior written consent from the Guests, except under force of law, or for law enforcement purposes relating to policy and property violation. The Owner and their booking Contact also agree to not use Guest personal information for any reason other than its original intended purpose without written consent from the Guests. Guests agree to not sell, refer, rent or divulge to any third parties the names or personal information of the Owner or their booking Contact without prior written consent from the Owner and/or Contact, except under force of law or for law enforcement purposes. Guests also agree to not use Owner or Contact personal information for any reason other than its original intended purpose without written consent from the Owners and their Contact.
|Property Sale
|Property Sale or inhabitable /damaged: in the event that the property is damaged or sold, we will assist in attempting to relocate you to a comparable property. If we fail to successfully relocate you, you will receive a full refund. Travel insurance is recommended to protect yourself against any unexpected events involving your lodging, flights, or vacation-related products.
|Reservation Changes
|Please contact us if you need to lengthen or shorten your reservation, and we will do what we can to accommodate. Changes are not guaranteed, and refunds may be treated in accordance with our cancellation policy.
Guest Stay Policies
|Amenity Terms of Use
|Please respect all private and common amenities of the property. Damage or excessive cleaning to any amenity will be charged to the Guest responsible.
|Bike Storage
|We have a secure bike storage area adjacent to our front desk.
|Check-In Time
|4:00 pm
|Check-Out Time
|10:00 am
|Complaints Concerning Property
|Report all property complaints or obvious damage caused by previous Guests to us immediately, by phone and by email as they become evident. Serious problems should be reported with supporting photographs. We will make our best efforts to rectify problems within 24 hours of notification. Failure to notify us of property-related problems while in the property and as they become evident, will forfeit any rights or claims against us regarding property condition after your departure.
|Excessive Cleaning Costs
|Guests authorize a credit card charge for excessive cleaning costs.
|Excessive Noise
|No noise after 10pm. You will be fined by security if your party and your guests disrupt other guests and repetitive complaints may result in an eviction.
|Garbage Removal
|Guests are responsible for removing garbage to the disposal area.
|Provided before arrival and after departure. Additional housekeeping may be available on request at your expense.
|We are not responsible for any bodily harm to guests or guests of guests while they are on our property or at any location in Whistler.
|Locking Door
|Guests are required to securely lock all doors and entrances when they are not in the unit or upon departure.
|Maintenance Emergencies
|Emergency contacts provided upon balance payment.
|Maximum Sleeping Capacity
|Missing Items
|Guests authorize a credit card charge for missing items.
|Noise Restrictions
|No noise after 10pm. You will be fined by security if your party and your guests disrupt other guests and repetitive complaints may result in an eviction.
|Parking & Ticketing
|Parking information will be provided in your check-in and arrival instructions email. We are not liable for any parking tickets or towing fees you may incur. Parking is $15 per day
|Property Damage
|Guest assumes financial responsibility for property damage incurred by tenants or guest of tenants. By accepting our guest stay contract with online payment, you agree to pay for all damages incurred. Upon arrival, a pre approved damage deposit of $500 will be held on the guests credit card and guests identification verified. The damage deposit is only charged to guest on departure should there be any damage but not limited to $500 depending on damage amount. Damage includes, but is not restricted to: noise complaints, common or private property damage, excessive cleaning charges, lost or broken or missing common or private property items, smoking inside the property, pets inside the property and all charges relating to security company or police involvement regarding property occupants behavior while in the property or on common premises.
|Rental Accommodation Zoning
|We are zoned for nightly rentals.
|Resort Information
|Provided in check-in and arrival instructions email, upon balance payment.
|Ski & Snowboard Gear Storage
|Secure storage is provided on the main floor and equipment such as skis and bikes are not to be stored in the unit. Damage or excessive cleaning to the property due to your equipment will result in extra charges to your credit card.
|Terms of Eviction
|Will be evicted for excessive noise, common or private property damage or threat of damage, disturbing the peace, excess of maximum sleeping capacity, or violation of any of our policies. You will not receive a refund!
Guarantees Policies
|Reservation Guarantee
|Property Sale or inhabitable /damaged: in the event that the property is damaged or sold, we will assist in attempting to relocate you to a comparable property. If we fail to successfully relocate you, you will receive a full refund. Travel insurance is recommended to protect yourself against any unexpected events involving your lodging, flights, or vacation-related products.
Local Tips
About Us
We are Whistler Ideal Accommodations located in Whistler.
Our personal concierge service can assist with transportation to the resort, equipment rentals, dinner reservations, ski/board lessons, pre-arrival grocery shopping, child care, spa services, and more, so that you will have a carefree, relaxing vacation. Once you make your reservation, you will be contacted by our concierge service to assist with your needs and questions to help you experience a unique vacation.
Great spot, $15/night parking though
Jonathan from VANCOUVER, Canada
Date: Apr-25-2016 for a stay in Apr 2016
We stayed in this property for a week in April, so the price was very attractive. The value here was excellent. Everything was good. We checked in at the front desk, which is different from other alluradirect properties we've stayed at.
Parking was going to be $15/night so I decided to risk it in Lot 5, moving the car every few days. We didn't need it much anyway, and when we did the 10 minute walk was worth it, saving me the $100 in cumulative parking fees.
Compared with our past rentals found on this site, it felt more like a hotel than a privately owned residence (credit card imprints for $500 damage deposit and pool towels, parking fees, pay per use laundry down the hall) in some ways, but that's not a bad thing.
No room keys were needed as the door had a code, so there was nothing to lose. This was great. I recommend this place, especially during the shoulder season when the rate can't be beat.View Full Review
Great apartment
Margot from Neutral Bay, Australia
Date: Jan-25-2016 for a stay in Dec 2015
Good apartment. Quiet, good location within Glacier Lodge with plenty of space and everything you need for a great stay. Well organised guest folder and the range of books provided was also much appreciated.View Full Review
Fall stay for mountain biking
Daniel from Townsville, Australia
Date: Oct-14-2015 for a stay in Sep 2015
We had 28 nights at this property and overall very happy. We biked so used the bike storage room downstairs and supplied our own locks. Coffee grinder was broken, but no big deal. There we 3 of us and had a visitor one weekend on the couch. This condo would be ideal for 2 couples.
Well equipped kitchen, big oven, microwave and stove. Row was great to deal with and responsive. 3 min ride to the bike park, happy days !View Full Review
Whistler Condo Review
Robyn from Vancouver, Canada
Date: Jul-28-2015 for a stay in Jul 2015
Great location, clean, well kept and well supplied. Owners are very responsive, reasonable, and easy to deal with. Highly recommend.View Full Review
Family of 4 from Australia
Rex from Gold Coast, Australia
Date: Apr-17-2015 for a stay in Mar 2015
Very nice condo in good condition and great location, the photos are accurate and the kitchen has everything you need. The master bed is a comfortable king size bed with a good selection of pillows. Upstairs the Loft has a king size bed that seperates into twins as required. We had a slight issue with the fridge but this was repaired promptly after contacting Rob (Concierge).
The master ensuite is toilet only (No shower) which did surprise me, but we managed. Overall a very nice condoView Full Review
Jan 2015
Chris from Maianbar, Australia
Date: Jan-19-2015 for a stay in Jan 2015
A great property for 3 or 4 people, we had 3. Close to the wizard chair. Clean warm and big enough kitchen we'll equipped The girls on the front desk were very helpful . Only downer was we had to pay extra to park the carView Full Review


text:
Tarzan by Edgar Rice Burroughs
- November 12, 2011
- From Beginning
- Previous feature
- Next feature
- Current
Comments (5) (Please sign in to comment)
Lord Greystoke had better start chopping away at this hairy "intruder", but having read the Tarzan books we all know how this is going to end……. and G'day "Q".
So far, this strip is mirroring ERB's first novel pretty well. It could take years to do the whole book, three or four panels at a time.
This strip is dead. It is a 1962 reprint.
Good morning "K" —the story goes Ape after this!
My dad used to read it to me in the 1930's
- Refresh Comments.
You must be signed in to make a comment.


text:
Well here it is the fill in the lyrics game I think this is mandatory so lets start.Why save your ____ for a ______ day baby let the _______ take your heart away have you ever _______ ________ _ __ have you ever wanted _______ who just _____ help
"NY State of Mind"
Why save your money for a crappy-ass day? Baby let the Sale at Gamestop take your heart away. Have you ever wanted a game so bad? Have you ever wanted to kill your parents for taking away your allowance who just wouldn't help ...moneywise
I am much much too old to be asking my parents for allowance, but I can see how some of the younger wiichat members might feel this way...lol
Online name: TmpaBndo[E7]


text:
What is included with this book?
June 26, 2010. A Pennsylvania State Trooper, heading home from work, witnesses a car speeding and crashing into trees. Stopping to help, he finds that the driver, Michael Ballard, is aliveand drenched in blood. When asked what happened, the man answers: "I just killed everybody."
Not far from the accident, police make a gruesome discovery in the home of Michael's ex-girlfriend, Denise Mehri. Four bodies are found, stabbed repeatedly with a knife: Denise on the kitchen floor; her grandfather, in his wheelchair; her neighbor, who tried to help; and her father, in a room with a blood-smeared obscenity painted on the wall. How could anyone do something so sinister?
Michael had already been convicted of murder when he was only eighteen. Despite several misconducts during his time in prison, he was found suitable for parole shortly after his minimum sentence lapsed. But this time, his deadly rampage would not be so easily pardoned. From authors Colin McEvoy and Lynn Olanoff, this is the shocking true story about four innocent people who fell prey to one man's
Includes 8 pages of dramatic photographs
Colin McEvoy and Lynn Olanoff are reporters for The Express-Times, a daily newspaper based in Easton, Pennsylvania. They covered the Rhonda Smith murder case extensively and it was during a jailhouse interview with them that Mary Jane Fonder first acknowledged responsibility for her crime. They wrote about the Fonder case in the St. Martin's True Crime book, Love Me or Else. Colin and Lynn have been married since 2008. Lynn is a graduate of Drew University in Madison, New Jersey, and Colin graduated from East Stroudsburg University in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. They currently reside in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.


text: Hands up anyone who's fed up of hearing the question about whether Google+ is going to be bigger than Facebook. Who knows and who cares, right? But last weekend I was contacted by a long lost aunt who found me on the web through Google+ (if you're reading this – hi Jennifer!) That was interesting. Continue reading


text:
This is interesting. Instagram is changing a small, but prominent feature of its social network service.
Instagram is testing a change in how it displays 'likes' of images. Specifically, the Facebook-owned social network is starting to use only numbers to show how many likes an image has received—something once reserved for photos that more than ten users had liked.
Until now, photos that had under ten likes showed the usernames of those who liked the image. Now it's nothing more than a number next to the signature '♡' icon.
Instagram doesn't show names of your likers anymore even if you have less than 11. Game changer for teens, I predict pic.twitter.com/JlhnIk8aFJ
— Maya Kosoff (@mekosoff) February 18, 2016
Even though Instagram changed the numbers, I still wait in anticipation for my picture to have 11 likes…
— Emily Benkert (@purplemaye) February 18, 2016
Is my phone malfunctioning or did Instagram update so that there are numbers instead of names before you reach 11 likes? I don't like this
— David Branson (@davidkbranson) February 18, 2016
Instagram now shows your number of likes before you get to 11 no longer are the days of seeing names turn to numbers nothing really matters
— normal guy (@fijiwaterpapi) February 18, 2016
Instagram hasn't said when the change will permanently take effect, if it will at all, but we'll keep an eye out.
[via Mashable]


text:
Alternative Products
Stay organized in transit with this document holder. Organizes tickets, passport, credit cards, business cards and ID. Pen loop (pen not included).
724 North Highland Avenue Aurora, Illinois 60506
P: (866) 312-5646 F: (866) 314-5646 email@example.com
Quality Logo Products, Inc. is your number one source for stress balls and promotional items.
Copyright 2003 - 2016 Quality Logo Products, Inc., Registration No. TX7-524-201. All Rights Reserved.


text:
6 posts tagged with jehovahswitnesses.
Displaying 1 through 6 of 6. Subscribe:
So this was where God lived.
Tucked beneath the Brooklyn side of the Brooklyn Bridge, beyond the serviceberry trees and hedgerows of the Bridge Park Greenway, across the blacktop of Furman Street, the House of God awaits. Nearly 7 million Jehovah's Witnesses throughout the world call the collection of buildings Bethel, transliterated from the Hebrew, Beth El, "House of God." Its tall red sign, a city landmark for decades, looms over the skyline: WATCHTOWER. The building is also home to thousands of volunteers who live on the premises, all in the service, among other things, of printing the most widely circulated magazine on the planet: 46 million every month. I was supposed to live there, too. God Lives on Lemon Street: An ex–Jehovah's Witness visits Watchtower headquarters
"There was no return from apostasy."
Leaving the Witness. "In one of the most restrictive, totalitarian countries in the world, for the first time in my life, I had the freedom to think." [more inside]
Now usually I don't do this but uh....
The Jehovah's Witnesses produced an anti-masturbation video for the hard of hearing. And here it is mashed up with R. Kelly's "Ignition (Remix)". (SLYT)
The man with no face gets a face
The Most Widely Read Magazine in the World
The Most Widely Read Magazine in the World: The New York Review of Magazines on The Watchtower
Catholic priests are amatuers!
Catholic priests are amatuers! Move over you bunch of undisciplined pedophiles and let the Jehovah Witnesses show you how it's done! [Insert your crass joke here] Yet another invaluable link that can never be found in the US. Thanks UK!
Page: 1


text:
pokemonrayqauza JesseTheKingJust want to say thanks for helping me when i needed help with effort values you were nice enough to take your time and help me for that i want to say thanks
Jul 17, 11 1:39pm
Team Hydro Aura JesseTheKinghiya jesse :3 gl w/... watever ur doing
Jan 21, 10 11:31pm
and remember to get buff... bcause you wantes too... XD and guess what... sterling est chaud :3 and also remember to learn french XD and thx for signing my geustbook :3
MysteryTigerTeen JesseTheKingHey Jesse, I just wanted to let you know, that you're a great friend. You are always there for me and i can be open with you. You're also a determined brawler and are improving quickly. One day I hope to give you the name SEXI HAIR, from Rain, Blues and me. I know you'll earn it. I hope to see you soon and thank you for everything ^^
Jan 5, 10 10:30pm
CrossBones JesseTheKingHAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!! now time to stamp
Nov 1, 09 1:01am
no wait HAVE A BAD HALLOWEEN!!!!!
CrossBones JesseTheKinghay i love being on this crew i like the first time we brawled i got 3 kills you got all the kill had fun thow ps
Sep 20, 09 5:41pm
you have ben stamped
Tankzortz JesseTheKinghey jesse. sup. yea what would bbod do without u. maybe yoshi would turn a new leaf... jk. might as well as drop in. ive got no stamp srry man. sign mine when u can.
Sep 13, 09 7:27pm
tankzortz was here
DCKnuckles JesseTheKingJec... wut will I do with u... U have been banned more than any1 I know... jk jk u r the man jesse. And while you've been banned a lot its because who post more than anyone I can think of ATM. You have a great link that has improved greatly since you first came to Neo. You also inspired me to start using link again, occasionally.
Mar 17, 09 1:33am
Tabs M JesseTheKinghi jesse ur a great friend so i hope u enjoy ur bday!!!
Feb 27, 09 7:24pm
hope u like it! sorry if u dont like it pink
Ragnell Swinger JesseTheKing
Jan 26, 09 6:20am
Where 2 start hmm... well 2 begin with when I first met jess he seemed pretty kool.I never knew we would be really good friends like we are now.This guy is a proud link mainer.If you happen 2 brawl jess expect 2 always see his main first lol.Really though he's a great guy 2 hang around,and talk 2.He's always looking 4 a brawl.That's 1 of his best traits he has.He's also an awesome brawler.We go at it evryday honing our skills.When we first started brawling jess lacking combos,and strings,,but now he has learned alot that's cause of me lol.We always have great brawls,and definite lulz.All in all he's a great guy 2 have around
Mario Legend JesseTheKingyo sup just sighnin yo guest book peace out
Jan 21, 09 4:09am
'mgdgatfefcrg just making it so i can sighn it XD ttyfgsduysnyygrgdfdvfffhthsy vfttituig


text:
An easy-to-make casserole featuring two favorite Louisiana products that are widely available across the country - sweet potatoes (or yams) and pecans. What a combination! You'll enjoy this year-round, but particularly at holiday time, alongside your smoked or baked turkey.
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Scrub the sweet potatoes or yams well and place them in the oven. Bake until tender, about 40 minutes, and remove. When they are cool enough to handle, halve them and scoop out the insides into a large mixing bowl. Mash well. You should have about 3 cups. (You can also peel and cube the sweet potatoes or yams and cook them in a little water until tender in a covered saucepan. Or you can use leftover sweet potatoes or yams.)
Mix the softened butter into the mashed yams or sweet potatoes along with the sugar, eggs, vanilla, and milk. Pour the mixture into a baking pan or casserole dish. Bring the cream to a simmer in a small saucepan. Add the brown sugar and stir until it dissolves. Cook the mixture over medium heat until it reaches the soft-ball stage on a candy thermometer. Remove from the heat and beat in the butter and the chopped pecans. Pour this mixture over the yams. Bake until very hot and beginning to brown.
Serves 6-8.


text:
IAFF-MG Website Enhancements & Updates
The IAFF-MG will be updating and redesigning the IAFF-MG's Website to include some new features and graphics. We will also be developing an IAFF-MG App so you will be able to access the IAFF-MG's Website from your smartphone...
During this period some of the features, links, resource pages and other portions of the website may not be accessible and/or working. Your patience during our reconstruction period is greatly appreciated. Our Face Book Page is still up and running and will be reviewed and updated daily. More to follow as additioanl information becomes available.
Stay Safe - Your IAFF-MG
The IAFF-MG Committee has approved a change to our by-laws that will now permit IAFF-MG members to establish and join IAFF-MG Local Chapters. The IAFF-MG Committee believes that by forming local chapters, the IAFF-MG will continue to grow in spirit and numbers, and provide more opportunities for increased camaraderie and benevolence among its members who enjoy riding motorcycles.
The IAFF-MG National Coordinator, with the approval of the IAFF-MG Committee is authorized to establish IAFF-MG Local Chapters with the written concurrence of the established IAFF Local Union President.
In order to establish a Local Chapter, at least five [5] IAFF-MG members may petition the IAFF-MG Committee for approval to establish a local chapter. Contact National Coordinator Michael Crouse at [202] 549-2572 for more details.
Establishing a Local Chapter is a great way to generate more members, more events, fun and a lot of riding!!! And is a great way to support your Local Union. If your interested in forming a Local Chapter of the IAFF-MG give us a call...
Over the past 7 years we have joined together. First, to support Sarah and her family then after loosing our sister we rode to remember and honor her memory. We created a scholarship to Camp Fully Involved that has given nearly 20 young women the chance to experience firefighting first hand. We have supported other firefighters fighting the battle with cancer and funded cancer awareness initiatives in the fire service and beyond. The PFFCA is dedicated to continue this good work. We ask you to join us again as we ride to remember Sarah and all the brothers and sisters we have lost to cancer. Help us Continue to support The PFFCA mission, Camp Fully Involved and the Firefighter Cancer Support Network.


text:
The preseason polls are as good as they can possibly be. Despite having an impossible job, they're a reasonable assessment of which teams should, based on talent, stay competitive.
But once the games are played, the polls will always, inevitably, prove incorrect and end up covered in red ink. And this year, despite just two Top 25 teams losing to unranked foes, was more of the same.
Other ranked teams lost to fellow ranked squads, which—fair or not—will consign them to a dip in (or completely out of) the rankings. And others, even in victory, looked bad enough to warrant the same fate.
All we know before the season is that we know nothing about the season. These teams are living proof.


text:
I have been approached by a business that would like to purchase one of my photos to be displayed in the hallway of their business. The business is an aircraft repair facility. It would be a small print not exceeding 24" wide. Advice for charging, or agreements? This is my first time being approached for one of my photos...just want to make sure I do it right.
Thanks everyone


text:
Corey Hart says other teams are interested
Red Sox, Rays may bid for free-agent first baseman
Free-agent slugger Corey Hart said Tuesday the Milwaukee Brewers are one of four teams who have shown interest in signing him but said nothing would happen until he gets medical clearance to play Dec. 3.
In an interview on MLB Network Radio on Sirius XM, Hart said the Brewers, Tampa Bay Rays, Boston Red Sox and Colorado Rockies have contacted his agent, Jeff Berry, but are awaiting a clean bill of health before considering formal offers. Hart, 31, missed the entire 2013 season after undergoing surgery on both knees, and the Brewers never found a suitable replacement at first base.
"I've talked to the Brewers and hopefully things work out," he said. "But being a free agent, you never know what's going to happen. I don't know what they're going to offer compared to other teams, so we're just kind of playing a waiting game there."
The outfielder-turned-first baseman had surgery on his right knee in January to repair a defect on the joint surface and opened the season on the disabled list. While rehabbing from that injury, Hart injured his left knee and had surgery in July, ending any hopes of playing in 2013.
"What's so hard right now is I don't get cleared until Dec. 3," Hart said. "We have plenty of teams calling and checking in to see how I'm doing, but until the doctor says I'm 100%, they're going to hold off until that time. It's frustrating because throughout my career I haven't really been hurt a whole lot. I've had a few injuries here and there, but I haven't really missed any time.
"It's one of those instances where I don't want to be punished because I had an injury year. I'm still a good player, I just had a misfortune. But I've worked through all that stuff and now it's more or less just waiting to see what's going to happen in the free-agent market."
Hart said he has lost 20 pounds while rehabbing his knees and could return to the outfield if that's the best situation for him. The Brewers have interest only at first base, their top priority after the position became an unproductive revolving door last season. Brewers general manager Doug Melvin is staying in touch with Berry but hasn't tipped his hand as to whether Hart is his first choice.
"It'll just be more or less where teams really want me," said Hart, who sent workout videos to interested teams to show how well he is moving. "We've talked to a few teams that like the fact I play both, but a lot of times people calling right now, it's the first-base market. I don't know if that's going to be the case, but we're kind of waiting and seeing what teams really want me to do."
Hart made $10 million last season but said in late September he'd be willing to take less money to return to the Brewers. If another team greatly outbids the Brewers, it might be tempting to go elsewhere, but Hart said family consideration come first. He lives in the Phoenix area, which could give teams that train there an edge.
"Winning will be great, but I'm more a family man than anything," he said. "So it won't necessarily be the best fit for me; it'll be the best fit for my family. I have four kids, so it won't be just my decision. We'll kind of come together and we'll figure out what's going to be best for us and that's kind of the place we'll go."
Hart was asked about Brewers leftfielder Ryan Braun's fall from grace in 2013, resulting in his season-ending, 65-game suspension for his performance-enhancing drugs connection to the Biogenesis clinic.
"It's tough," he said. "Anything, whether it's injury or drug related, you never want to see one of your friends miss time. But coming off a thing like that where he was basically the face of Milwaukee for the last six years...he's a strong guy, strong character. If I'm there, obviously I'll help him in that. But hopefully he just gets people around there that will be able to kind of work with him."


text:
DERA GHAZI KHAN (D G KHAN): A video of an incident of mob justice came to the surface on Tuesday, reviving memories of a ghastly lynching incident in Sialkot in the first week of Ramazan.
On March 18, Abdullah Chandia shot dead Naseem Abbas, a cloth merchant and local office-bearer of the Tehrik-i-Jafria, in Choti Zaireen for unknown reasons. Later, he surrendered to police.
A mob chased Abdullah to the Choti police station and came out with his body. The mob celebrated the man's death and people lifted DSP Iqbal Chandia onto their shoulders.
Later, the mob burnt the body.
Abdullah's family alleged that he had been murdered by police. On his family's plea, the DSP and SHO Noor Ahmad Chandia were booked for murder.
Another case was registered against about 1,500 people.
However, both officials were absolved of the murder in departmental inquiries.
It is said that the footage shown by TV channels on Tuesday was a part of police inquiries.
Before this incident, police were suspicious of Abdullah's activities and monitoring his movement.
Different TV channels aired the footage of the entire incident.
Regional Police Officer Ahmad Mubarak Ahmad said the footage could incite sectarian violence in the district.
DSP Iqbal, who is currently serving in Dera Ghazi Khan town, said there was nothing new in the footage and he had been absolved during departmental inquiries.


text:
Dr. Paul Hecht specializes in orthopedic foot & ankle surgery, orthopedic surgery in Lebanon, New Hampshire.
Dr. Paul Hecht has been compared 111 times. Details of Dr. Hecht's experience as an MD and his hospital affiliation are available on your free doctor report.
Primary Location for Dr. Hecht
Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital
1 Medical Center Dr
Lebanon, NH 03756
Patient Ratings and Reviews
There are no ratings or reviews available for Dr. Paul Hecht at this time. Reviews may not be ready for viewing or are still processing.
Be the first to rate and review Dr. Paul Hecht by clicking the following button.
Board Certification, Specialty and Expertise
Dr. Paul Hecht has been identified as specializing in Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery
Accepted Insurance
Insurance plans and networks accepted by a doctor are not necessarily universal across all locations at which the doctor practices. This can be affected by many factors such as different group practices, hospital affiliations and working arrangements at those locations. Checking that the doctor you are visiting and the facility they are at are in-network providers for your insurance plan can save you money and headaches later from surprise medical bills.
Dr. Paul Hecht accepts the following plans at Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital
- United Healthcare - Direct
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Multiplan
- Humana
Hospital Affiliation
A hospital affiliation covers any doctor who has an affiliation, association or admitting privilege with a hospital. A doctor's particular affiliation to a specific hospital can translate to the overall quality of that provider.
Dr. Hecht is affiliated with 1 hospital:
1 Medical Center Dr
Lebanon, New Hampshire
Patients may also know Dr. Paul Hecht MD as:
Compare Similar Doctors
We found 2 doctors with names similar to Dr. Paul Hecht
Related Cities and Specialties
Find a Job
Are you Dr. Paul Hecht?
Update your information


text:
Ducks Unlimited, Inc.
Rating: 0 stars 0 0 review 24
Mailing Address: 1 Waterfowl Way, Memphis, TN 38120 Chapter Location: Lisbon ND 58054 USA
Ducks Unlimited stands today as a global force in wetlands and wildlife conservation. DU's conservation programs have evolved and expanded over the years to address the habitat needs of waterfowl and other wildlife on ever changing landscapes. Today, DU and our many partners utilize space-age technology and cutting-edge research to conserve habitat as efficiently and cost effectively as possible.
Filter Reviews by Role
Promote This Nonprofit
GreatNonprofits badges allow you to raise awareness of your favorite nonprofits on your own web sites!
Reviews for Ducks Unlimited, Inc.
Get discovered. Invite people to share their experiences about this nonprofit!


text:
Rubi/Sahara conundrum in Belize
Hey all-
New to the forum, new to Jeeps. I have learned a lot from all of you about these magical rides, so thanks for that!
Here's the situation:
This JKU will be going to my home on the beach in Belize. I want to load it up, with the exception of a hardtop, Nav/Traffic (2 stoplights in Belize), the 470 head unit and 4:10 gearing.
Most of the use will be roads (80%), along with very easy rolling dirt roads and up into the rainforest and Mayan ruins (20%, maybe). When it floods in Belize, I want something that will go through a couple of feet of water, with a winch on the front to pull myself, and others, out of trouble in the water or rainforest mud. But again, this will be mostly used for paved roads back and forth and running the beach occasionally. As a believer in the old adage that the only time you need more of something is when you don't have it, I don't want to get caught short on the Jeep's lift height or ability the ability of the winch to pull. So, buy Sahara and do add-on's or buy a Rubi (and still do add-on's!). I would like a Rubi, but don't want overkill. Having never owned a Jeep, I don't know what overkill is....
There is one dealer in Belize, but by buying in the U.S., I am voiding my warranty, which is no big deal. To buy in Belize means a 7 month wait, a choice of only 2 colors and no ability to add on (the upside is no cat converter:punk:).
Collective thoughts?
Order a custom 2014 Unlimited Rubicon. Get a bold color (best decision I ever made), pick the options specific to your needs, and have fun!!!!
My suggestion would be to forego the Rubi AND Sahara options altogether. A Sport JKU with a 2.5" TF lift, 35x12.50 BFGs for the mud. Toss on a nice Warn front bumper with a Zeon winch and you will be in great shape. As far as the water goes, grab a Rugged Ridge low profile snorkel kit (I had one, they are great) and extend all your breathers.
Finally, invite me down and I'll help you with the installs. :)
If you want 35 inch tires and you don't get the rubi with 4.1 gears you will want to regear and that costs upwards of a grand.
No. But the type of tire and tread it has will affect road noise. The ride really is really more of the right tire pressure and good quality springs, shocks, all around suspension components
BTW, I was planning to add steel bumpers front and back, a winch and sliders. I presume that means that the Jeep will sit somewhat lower than if those bits weren't on?
Yes 2.5 inches of lift will work. But flat fenders like metal cloak, bushwhacker, or others will give you more room to flex. As for shocks it depends on how much you want to spend. The rancho 9000's are very pricy but fully adjustable. With that adjustability they lose some responsiveness. I'd pm kjeeper10 since he's much more knowledgeable than me.
1. Check out Bilsteins for shocks.
2. I would rethink steel bumpers. With all that salt air and water, I would check out some of the aluminum options first.
However - I know I would be happier with the 4.10 Rubicon gearing and maybe something more, but 3.73 is doing good too. The Duratracs also run small - actually size on my tires is 33.75 inches tall. It's the one reason I bought "35" inch tires, if I bought the 33 inch Duratracs, I would have gained 1/4 inch from stock.
Duratracs have been one of the favorite tires for people who need a all around good tire. Mine have done everything - snow, sand, mud, rain, ice, dry - and although sand isn't great, the others are. (If I aired down more in sand it would have been better.)
I drive mostly on pavement, I haven't found a better tire. Look around here at tire reviews, there are lots of good tires, but some are heavy too.
Wow...this is spinning.
I'd buy a regular Sport and spend the extra money on a 2" lift, 33's, new wheels and a winch.
Buy it from Pat here in the USA and take one hell of a road trip through Mexico.
My mom said never take my Jeep to Mexico because they'll highjack it to run drugs. But, what momma don't know won't hurt her! :D
Jeep in Belize sounds nice.
In my experience with places that have a similar climate, everyone (local) was using vehicles that had two things in common.
- rugged or ruggedized interiors that helped reduce risk of mold setting in the fabrics
- an increased intake height (snorkel, aftermarket or homemade) and the things that go along with it (extending breathers and on some vehicle types relocating other parts)
So perhaps keeping those things in mind will help. I'm assuming these are maintained roads? Or is it like some SE Asian countries where typhoon/monsoon means the road is closed for a week or so?
I never did ride in a new US spec vehicle in any of the places I went. Mostly they were older HiLux with the occasional refurbished CJ or other domestic. Lots of folks were buying a Asian market Mitsubishi minivan with a little 4 banger and throwing mud tires on it since it's all wheel drive too. They get them used in the city and run them up in the highlands. Locals (mostly my in-laws) never went through water on purpose, unless they had to :-)
No, not like SE Asia.....Belize is a "normal" county. The term "paved" is a relative term. There are a lot of dirt and gravel roads, but there is not much in the way of topographical change; most of the land is at sea level.
What I am looking for is the difference between MT and AT tires and the lift that comes with that. I want something that can be fun, but also keep me out of trouble in mud and sand.
I like the idea of 35's. And I do understand that there is a limit as to what I can do with tires; I am looking for the most quiet road tire possible.
Money, or saving money, isn't the object here. I'm not trying to sound like a dick, but the heart wants what the heart wants....
What I am looking for is the lightest, put-together, Jeep Wrangler Unlimited that I can do.
Otherwise maybe you get stuck and wish you had them...
Well if money ain't an issue, here is what I would do. Get yourself a Rubicon, has lockers when you need them and the Rock-track 4:1 is amazing. Dump the stock bumpers, fenders and get yourself some nice aluminum bumpers and new high clearance fenders. Find yourself a quality 12,000 winch. Think about possibly re-gearing depending on tire size but I would think a nice 35 or 37 with a 2.5 or 3 inch lift would be more then sufficient. Grab yourself some quality seat covers and rock rails and enjoy!
Most people in Belize, as one poster mentioned, do use a lot of mud tires on little 4-bangers like Mitsubishi or Hillux. The main reason is that they are cheap to buy. But Belize is a country of bicycles, predominantly. The Jeep dealer in Belize told me that the last time that he sold one was 3 years ago, because the import duties make the Jeep almost $100K!
I had planned on 3:73 gearing, as it has been told to me that it is the best road gear. This will not be a crawler, nor will it be a maller. It is really just to get from Point A to Point B with style, and a way to get across unexpected road obstacles.
I like the idea of aluminum bumpers and rails, as well as 35's. What are lockers? I have seen them mentioned before, but have not been able to put them in context.
I know that there are a ton of vendors out there, but what should I be looking at for bumper mods , best winch, etc?
Since you're coming in on the ground floor, the videos at Jeep.com may actually help.
Explore Jeep Capabilities | 4WD Systems | Jeep,
Or check here
Jeep® Wrangler Unlimited 2013| 4-door Utility Vehicle| 2013 Jeep®
Then under capability watch the videos.
That'll get you up to speed.
I'd just get a Rubicon (4:1 crawl, Electronic Locking Differentials, Electronic Swaybar Disconnect, Factory Mud Terrain Tires, etc) relocate the breather tubes, install a snorkel, grab a warn winch that fits a nice set of bumpers you like (good sticky thread here).
That would be a "turn the key and go practice" type situation.
If you were going to go beat something up and build a monster, we wouldn't be having this conversation :-)
For what you have said already - paved roads, dirt, gravel - the Jeep is built to take those with no issue from stock. The tires could be improved on but the rest is fine. It's all about your playground from there.
As for good aluminum bumper brands check out genright.com. A lot of people here run their stuff and it is awesome.
South America there is only one smart choice. Do yourself a favor and get a Rubi. Also make sure you get the 4.10 gears. If you are going to mod it before you ship it, any quality 2.5" lift, a bumper of choice and winch (south america has some epic mud), and 35" duratrac tires on 16" wheels. That will provide you with an excellent on road ride with excellent offroad ability.
Here is a good video about lockers and differentials. Don't flame me for the Toyota based theme.
I also vote rubi. With 35s, I would get the 4.10s and forget the 3.73s. Like NFRs said, pick a good 2.5 and your favorite bumper and proceed. Aluminum is fine and light, but I think any steel one you wanted with a good powdercoat would be fine too. For winches, I would do a little more research and pick something good for the climate, likely with a cover too. Where are you buying it. Really, you may just want to look into AEV for a nice solid turnkey option. If I weren't really crawling, then I like their full coverage bumpers and their lifts are quality for the intended purposes. And if you would rather call it a day then spend the time researching, it would make it alot easier...
If can afford it, get the Zeon winch from Warn. The fact that it's completely sealed would fair better in the south american jungle.
Sealed is good......It is humid and damp in Belize. Jeep will be purchased stateside and shipped, and I plan on looking for a good Houston off road shop that can do the mods (I don't have the time nor the interest, frankly). Any shouts for Houston shops?
I see the advantages to the Rubi rockers. Can someone tell me why the 4:10 should be the gearing, rather than 3:73? I would have thought that the 4:10 was for pure crawling.
Is the OEM tire carrier capable of handling a larger-than-stock wheel?
As per usual.. I will be the bad guy
With the option of any vehicle worldwide I would get a Toyota Prado Diesel. Put on front/rear ARB bumpers, a winch and an ARB snorkel.
If you need more offroad capability go with some mud tires, an old man emu 2" lift, ARB air lockers and put a safari rack on it.
Jeeps are awesome but if your spending 80% of your time on road and only going through water/mud the Prado is way more comfortable and will get you anywhere.
|All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:30 AM.
User Alert System provided by Advanced User Tagging v3.1.0 (Pro) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2016 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
vBulletin Security provided by vBSecurity v2.2.2 (Pro) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2016 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.


text:
Wondering how the Boys and Girls High School Teams are doing? Do you want to see their schedules? Click on their logo to go directly to their web sites.
Irondale High School Boys
Irondale High School Girls
New Privacy Policy
Some words here to call out the new privacy policy and maybe terms of service.
Read it here


text:
Loughborough University invites you to participate in the 14th International Conference on Manufacturing Research.
Incorporating the 31st National Conference on Manufacturing Research
Loughborough University would like to invite you to participate in the fourteenth International Conference on Manufacturing Research (ICMR) 2016.
The Conference takes place from 6 to 8 September 2016 at Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK. It will include keynote presentations by internationally renowned researchers and industrialists, as well as papers from academia and industry, exploring all core areas of manufacturing engineering.
Initiated by the Consortium of UK University Manufacturing and Engineering (COMEH), ICMR has been the UK's main manufacturing research conference for over 30 years and an international conference since 2003 bringing researchers, academics and industrialists together to share their knowledge and experience. With the accelerating globalisation of manufacturing in the 21st century, the urgent need to keep pace has produced rapid advancements in technology, research and expertise.
Conference Brochure
The conference brochure can be accessed here.


text:
"I'm very pleased with my results. The staff and doctor were fabulous. My doctor was Swasdibutra and Ms Matsuzaki was very helpful and even held my arm during th.."
This clinic in Bangkok is the biggest stand alone Lasik facility in Asia. The clinic has 5 modern operating rooms for Lasik and cataract surgery and 8 modern eye examination rooms equipped with the latest in diagnostic equipment. Nearsightedness, far sightedness and astigmatism are treated at the clinic. Photrefractive Keratectomy, near vision correction, fitting Phakic intraocular lenses and cataract surgery are performed at the clinic. Overseas patients are welcome and the staff speak many languages to make overseas patients welcome.
Eye Care
Laser Eye Surgery
Private Patients Welcome
© 2016 WhatClinic.com | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service
Global Medical Treatment Ltd trading as WhatClinic.com 12 Duke Lane Upper, Dublin 2, Ireland
firstname.lastname@example.com, Tel: +353 1 652 0520: Co. Reg. No. 428122 All Rights Reserved


text:
Posted in letterboxing |
Ryan Carpenter, webmaster of the Atlas Quest letterboxing site, has given us a heads up that he plans to decommission all Virtual Letterboxes sometime in the new year (2015). So I'm starting this Virtual Letterboxes blog to store my Virtuals and keep them in play. The WordPress site has a password option on pages. I'm using this feature to create passkeys/passwords that will unlock the handcarved stamp reward. Here's Ryan's message:
Deprecating virtuals October 12 2014
So far this year, there have been 2 virtuals listed, and a grand total of less than 1,000 finds on all virtuals. (Over half of which were by just one person.)
And I'm starting to think I should just nix them completely. AQ is such a large, sprawling website right now, I'm looking for ways to "cut the fat," and it seems to me like virtuals are biggie. The database tables for them are huge, the images AQ stores for them is still one of the largest disk hogs on the server, and I could cut out thousands of lines of code that would no longer need maintaining or fixing.
It just seems like a pretty big hunk of fat at this point.
I don't think I'm ready to completely deep-six the feature, but I'm inclined to "deprecate" it. Scrub the public links to virtuals, for instance, so they aren't as readily available to find. Turn off the ability to add new boxes. Then turn off the ability to record finds and just leave them as logbook pages. And eventually remove even those.
Thoughts? Is there anyone even left who cares about them anymore?
— Ryan
Posted in letterboxing | 4 Comments »
These are a few pictures to show Mouse Troop. Their letterbox with a handcarved stamp of a roasting marshmallow on a stick went missing. Someone replaced it with a store bought stamp in a freezer baggie. I had assumed that this was the original letterbox but it turns out that it's a throw down.
Posted in letterboxing | Leave a Comment »
2 cute kids demonstrating what letterboxing is about.
Posted in letterboxing | Tagged children, demo, instructions, letterboxing, video | Leave a Comment »
Posted in letterboxing | Leave a Comment »
I'm trying out the Press This feature on WordPress to bump an old post about my Virtual Letterboxes. I hope people will enjoy armchair letterboxing now that cold weather has settled in.
A list of my Virtual letterboxes.
Since October 12 2007 – the day I posted my first virtual letterbox, I've spent many enjoyable hours creating virtual letterbox puzzles. I like to make my virtuals as close to real letterboxing as possible. They involve some type of hunt and you are rewarded with a handcarved stamp image carved and created by me.
My inspiration was the Peat Bank interactive virtual. That's the first and probably best virtual letterboxing experience I know about. the closest thing to real letterboxing. You hunt the virtual moors for a hidden letterbox box and when find it you get a custom-made stamp image. Years later I created my own interactive virtual: Northern Village Interactive Virtual
It took almost a month to create and perfect. Later Ryan – AQ's webmaster, made it a lot easier by creating code to emulate this type of virtual hunt. Here's my other my interactive virtual using Ryan's Image Search code: Letterbox Gem Under a Large Rock
Here's a list of my other Virtual letterboxes:
Box ON! 2008 Guelph: The Royal City Virtual
Have Yourself a Merry Google Christmas
Monster Love Virtual Letterbox
The thing that keeps me motivated to maintain, create and keep active are the online comments I get. Thank you everyone who have left me feedback.
Posted in letterboxing | 9 Comments »
This was real life, not the internet.😀
I saw these posters while walking between buildings at work. Brought to mind Bumble's Grumpy Cat letterbox.
Posted in letterboxing | Tagged grumpy cat, poster | 1 Comment »


text:
Ulti's Sieg gameplay guide for ninjas in training (Stage/Myth only)
View Single Post
You talkin' to me?
Join Date: Oct 2008
Posts: 1,133
Blog Entries:
iTrader: (
IGN: xVertigo
Class: NINJA!
Level: 8x
Guild: Fusion
Ulti's Sieg gameplay guide for ninjas in training (Stage/Myth only)
This is a public service announcement from Fusion and Ulti, da ninja.
.Because being level 75 and still using AAAAA is really garbage of you.
Anyways, this is a general analysis of Every Sieg skill. Granted, I'm not here to just give you my point of view and tell you "OMG MAX THIS", I'm not here to praise this class, and I'm not here to make you the most skilled sieg in the game (because that spot is reserved for me) because, ultimately, it's your choice, but instead, I'll give you the uses of each and every skill in stages and myth.
For an overview on each skill, refer to gladiat's guide:
Got that? good.
First off, I'm Ulti (or xVertigo in game) and I've been playing Lunia since the beginning of open beta testing. I've played a Sieg for over a year and a half, and I've played every other class to some extent as well (with the exception of Lime and Kali)
oh and, if I come off as a jerk, good! Don't take it personally =)
If anyone has any questions on this guide, or is just looking for advice, feel free to contact me in game, leave a message, or otherwise, ask here.
__________________________________________________ ________________
About Siegs:
Ok, to start, I'm gonna be real honest with you. If you chose Sieg, you better be ready to put in some effort to be efficient at it, and no, doing that really stupid AAAAA that I see A LOT of people do (Yes, you) isn't going to cut it.
All in all, it dosen't take much effort to be good at the game, although some people need their hand held until level 80, but generally, as a sieg, your role in a party is quite simple, help manage aggro, protect others when the situation calls for it, and, omg, this is so hard...deal damage! :zip:
Knights are unmatched when it comes to managing, maintaining, and redirecting aggro in provocation (provoke or "voke" for short), they are also very good at dealing damage at a consistent rate, and yeah, people that think that's false haven't played a knight, and if they have, they haven't played and/or built it well.
Invincibility frames are vast a many within our skills, with Flying Dragon Sword, both Destruction Fists, Blow, Play Dead (yes, it has invincibility), combined with counterattack against physical attacks, magic defense against magic attacks, minimize damage, protective fortitude, the list goes on...
All in all, knight's provide great stability to the party, I wouldn't go as far as to say they're the backbone, considering most people's skill level, many people view Eirs (possibly Kriegs) as such, which isn't a bad thing.
There aren't many notable weaknesses that a knight possesses, a common misconception that has been going on for a long time (mainly started by dacy's when they were on their ego trip a while back, what happened to them?) is that siegs lack damage...
Now...with this, I'm going to be really honest.
Yes, they do, because every sieg that those people ran into at that time made the class itself look so bad, it's not even funny. (sucks to be you)
Granted, we aren't the best damage dealers, heck, we aren't even 2nd best, (probably not even 3rd, discouraged yet?), and the more you suck at playing this class, the worse it'll get.
a Sieg's damage is nothing to laugh at, but more importantly than any other class, you HAVE, HAVE, HAVE to build your character CORRECTLY, as this will bring out as much damage as you possibly could, no less. I cannot stress this enough. If you're running around, using AAAAA on everything you see, and getting laughed at by every other class, then you got some work to do.
__________________________________________________ _____________
Non-skill commands you should know, and know well
No, you don't have to learn how to windmill, windmill cancel, windmill shift, and etc. But you DO need to know these:
A, S, Space, Space
that's A, then S, then TWO spaces, not 3, not 4, two...
Why only 2? Because you can dash out of that animation at 2 and only 2, enabling you to go back into another A, S, Space, Space. This is the best non skill combination a knight has, and if you don't know it, learn it. it will more than triple your damage output when not using a skill.
There are 2 commands for sidestepping, Dash A+S to side step facing Siegs left, and Dash A+Space to side step to Siegs right. If you want to maximize your mobility, learn these, while you dont necessarily
to learn it, it can help very, very much.
__________________________________________________ _____________
Tip's for Stages/Myth
This is pretty straightforward, but again, I hardly see Siegs do these...what, are you that scared to die or something? get over it,
it's your job to put your life on the line to help out everyone else...get used to it.
If a situation gets rough, and your 2 healers are stuck in a corner at a raid with a mob on their butts, guess who has to get the mob off of them?
You should be ready, anytime, and everytime, to take a life to save another, because quite frankly, you're the ONLY class who can do it and do it really well.
As far as skill's go, as I said before, It's your decision on what skills to get, except for this one..
There is no arguement to this, never has been. This skill is the reason why you can save other's from dying to a crapton of mobs, this skill is the reason why you can keep monsters ganged up for everyone else to kill FAST (which a lot of people don't know how to do), this skill is the reason why you can bring bosses out of harm's way for a period of time while your team regroups, this skill can single handedly save a stage for you.
It's simple, provocation temporarily slows all monsters within a 60(?) range semi circle in front of the caster, it also temporarily redirects all aggro in a full circle 60 range to YOU.
Oh...that sucks, all monsters are aggroed to me and it dosen't do damage...I don't wanna die blahblahblah (someone actually said that)
Unless you wanna let your entire myth/raid party down when they needed you the most, you'll max this skill, no questions asked. Get it, learn it, learn to love it, and stop partying with nubs that don't appreciate it.
And not knowing how to use it is no excuse for not getting it.
Learn what attacks are physical, what attacks are magical, and what attacks are both or neither.
This is very, very helpful in knowing the best, most efficient way of dealing with a monster, boss, mob, etc. by either using counterattack to ward off one or even more of a physical attack, or using magic defense against mass beams about to smash your face. very few attacks can you use both of these skills, and some attacks you can't use either.
An example for each:
Physical attacks:
Sikan's stabbing attacks, Daru's axe swings, Foriel's pushes, Rigel's Staff hitting the ground before healing, Soldin's purple spear attacks.
Magical attacks: Rigel's dragon, all of Foriel's other attacks. All of 2nd form Daru's fire attacks (duh)
Non-attribute attacks (this means that neither magic defense, nor counter attack will work, in some cases, not even play dead will: Temple guard's stomp, Room of Ordeal's rocks, Baphomet's Instant 0 (during the 3rd part only), Lunia's Judgement attack.
Both Physical and Magical attacks (meaning you can use either magic defense or counter attack against these types of attacks) Griffon's counter attack, Rotem's large AOE, Adaman golem's large AOE.
Also, it dosen't hurt to figure these things out on your own by trying it...trust me...I remember getting owned by temple guards constantly in 3-10L a year or so back, just to figure out that I couldn't counter or mag def against it.
__________________________________________________ ___
Last but not least
Have some fun! if you're willing to take your skill to the next level, then you'll be very much rewarded for your efforts, people...well, smart people...will know that they can rely on you to help them out when their in a jam in that coc2 party, and you can definitely improve more and more as you go.
As previously stated, if there are any questions, or if I made a mistake somewhere, feel free to post here, or message/mail me in game. (I unfortunately don't respond to ijji PM's, sorry D=)
and really...stop with the AAAAA.
View Public Profile
Send a private message to Ultimaga
Find More Posts by Ultimaga
View Blog


text:
I'm trying to think of alternatives for game-openings, to replace the standard "meet up in a tavern" or "adventuring group applying for a job" techniques. I know these can be easy ways to get people playing, but I'm certain there are more interesting ways…
Ever wanted to add a legendary artifact to your campaign, but you were worried about PC's getting their hands on it?
Or you put the Legendary item in your game and the PC's already managed to get it?
What to do, and how to fix it.
A guide on creating legal codes for games, history, examples, and why bother?
Players want their characters to be special, and a secret is one way to do it. It is also a way to better connect the character with the game world.
Critiques and critics are a necessary evil. Now before anyone gets riled up, let me explain. No one likes to have their ideas picked apart. But we put our selves out there and hope for the best. Here are some tips on being a better critic.
Sometimes, you just need a new plot.
Sometimes it is necessary. Sometimes it just happens. Whether to a PC or NPC, a curse is something nasty that changes their life significantly, and not for the better. You were warned.
Dreams are another way to announce the future, to add colour, to guide the characters or even mislead them. This is a scroll of various dreams.
One player. One Game Master. Roleplaying in this way is slightly different than with a group.
Reading through the animal thread and a conversation with Scrasamax lead to the creation of this thread. For the Adventurer with a taste for exotic meals…may I present. "The Official Strolen Citadel Cookbook".
GM's block is a serious problem in the roleplaying world. Related to writer's or actor's block, it prevents the GM from being creative and enthusiastic about their work.
This article is also know as World Building 1A.
I personally always recomend creating your own game worlds for your campaigns. It makes the game your own, rather than something you are just using. Most people will not run characters that other people create. why should game worlds be any different.
With first-time players, learning the rules may seem like a burden and rolling up characters can be glossed over. We used a new method for explaining the rules and creating characters which the Harry Potter-setting made possible and which I would recommend using in other adventures.
From Feudal Japan to the modern Pizzaria, you can learn a great deal about gaming from food.
Literally, Campaigns are like plants. They can only grow if the conditions are right. The GM must plant them in the correct place and right environmental conditions (i.e. the players must like the ideas behind the games and be willing to play in them). Just like the gardener must prepare the soil and growing environment, the GM must create the basics of the campaign before play.
This is a great article posted on another site (who reposted it from another site, who took it from another), but I thought many would enjoy it here. It is The Lazy Man's Guide for Constructing a Call of the Cthulhu Adventure, written by Sandy Petersen, original author of the Call of Cthulhu.
A little advice on magic items reposted from the Runebearer website.
Larping is Live Action Role Playing. Instead of sitting around a table, play is done "in action", up and moving about. Any resolution besides social ones are done by some "lite" mechanic. It can be a great deal of fun.
One of the most heated topics in gaming is the arguments about player character death. Should the GM and the Players be antagonistic with each other? Should the results lay like the dice? What about story continuity and the investment in time and effort into the characters. Everyone seems to have strong opinions about this.
"...the Ilthian mountains. A craggie masse of rock rysing from the Ilth'n plaines. The waters whych springe from it are ful of godeness and fortyfie those who drynk them [+1 STR]. Alas the vyle beasts resydent in these hills also bathe in these waters, and in the doing gain great strength. Foes mortallie wounded have bene known to flee, onlie to return, revytalised houres later..." - Chronicler Eamusil, Mondopedia, Vol XV (The Lands of Sylmen)