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We had a pretty fun, exciting Christmas this year. We kept it pretty low-key and simple, which was really nice. We had a few traditions that we wanted to do, but didn't want things to be really stressful and crazy right before Christmas, which was really nice, and it was also really good since we were kind of holed up not doing much the week before Christmas break when the girls got sick. We started out with a few little things in Texas. I at least got a couple of pictures of a couple of the things that we did.
Here's our little tree in our apartment. (Photo courtesy of Emmaline.)
Emmaline and Marta decorated our gingerbread house while Royce piped it.
I've kind of learned to step back from the gingerbread house, because it stresses me out a little because I like it to look really pretty, but it's so much more fun to just let the girls go at it. The only thing I did was the single layer bush in the front.
A week or two before Christmas break, we had a Christmas party at Royce's Aunt and Uncle's house that was really fun. Sadly these are the only pictures that I got from the whole day, but there was tons of great food, and some awesome BBQ, and it was fun to see some family that we don't normally get to see.
Then we packed everyone up and flew out to Oregon. That first day of traveling was pretty crazy, but we made it. We were flying out the Saturday before Christmas, so I was prepared for complete chaos at the Austin airport, but it was possibly the smoothest check-in that we've ever had. They had the parking so well organized. As soon as we pulled up they had guides directing us exactly where to go so we didn't have to drive around looking for a spot, and we pulled into our spot, and got out, they handed us a card telling us exactly where we parked, and they got our bags for us and put it on the shuttle and we just had to get on. It was pretty nice. Then we got in the airport and checked our bags and were through security in about 7 minutes. It was awesome. The only bad part about all of that is that we were there pretty early so we ended up waiting about two hours, but we got some lunch, and walked Marta around until her legs were ready to fall off. Anyway, this is getting long, so I'm going to stop, but we ended up with two flights, and after an extra two hour delay in San Francisco (4hrs total in Frisco) we finally made it to Medford and a waiting Grandma. (At 11pm.) Another 2hr drive through the snow and a 14hr total trip and we were at Grandma and Grandpa's house. We ended up getting to bed after 2am we didn't quite make it to Church the next morning, which was a little disappointing, but we were all so exhausted we didn't mind too much.
The rest of the time we were in Oregon was mainly just relaxing and playing in the snow and normal Christmas stuff. I think we only left the house once and that was to go to the Hobbit. It was nice, and I was glad not to have to drive on the roads. I used to be able to drive in the snow, but I'm not so sure any more.
I wasn't sure what the girls would think of the snow, but they liked it a lot more than I thought they would. Emmaline loved it, and Marta did pretty well, until she got cold and then she was done right now.
Haha..I told Emmaline that she should put some socks on before she put her boots on, but she didn't want to. Then her boot fell off and I'll bet she wished she had some socks then. :)
This is the only picture that I got opening presents, but Marta opened up this Elmo, and just hugged him and hugged him, and then crawled up on Grandpa's lap and just snuggled Elmo, patting his back. It was really cute.
We went out sledding on Grandma and Grandpa's sled run. Uncle Will and Marissa went sledding with Emmaline and I held Wyatt since neither he nor I were up to sledding. And I think Daddy only came out in the snow once when we went to chop down the Christmas tree, and that was enough snow and cold for him. :)
Marta was not a fan of Emmaline sledding. The first time Emmaline went down with Will and they weren't very far up, and Marta was okay with that, but the second time down they went farther up and had a lot of fresh powder that flew up into her face and she couldn't breathe and kind of freaked out a little bit, and that totally freaked Marta out, so when she went up the sled run again, Marta just lost it. Poor thing. She was just crying and saying, "Emmaline, Emmaline."
Sadly these are the only pictures that I got in Oregon. Hopefully Will and Marissa got some good ones. We had a lot of fun, and ate tons of really good food. I had German Chocolate cake more than once as a second breakfast, and pie and prime rib, and lots of other yummy things. Now I have to be much more careful with what I'm eating, especially since my diabetes test is in about 5 weeks.
The way that our flight schedule worked out we had a couple of days so we went out to Royce's parent's house for the weekend to visit more family. It was fun to see everyone that was still there, and we got to celebrate our anniversary while we were out there, which was so nice and fun. We went and stayed in College Station and went to dinner at Texas Roadhouse grill, went to Les Miserable, got really good ice cream at Cold Stone. We also had some time to kill before the movie, and went into some random shops that we'd never been in, and one of them was a place called Kirklands, and we found this really pretty wall decor. I loved it, and it has now become our family crest. (Can you just make up your own family crest like that? Oh well, I just did.) It's my first real wall decor, and I'm excited about it.
Then we finally headed home, and it was nice to have our own little space again, though we had lots of fun seeing everyone. Then things got a little crazy again. Marta got a pretty crazy fever (it got up to 105.4...scary), and then we all got sick one by one. It's been a pretty crazy sick week and a half, but it was nice to be able to spend some time together with just our little family, even if we have gone through 4boxes of kleenex and 3 gallons of orange juice and counting. These last few things are some cute pictures/video that Emmaline took. Marta loves her little elephant.


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Wine With Vegetables
We may have food down cold, but wine? This is where we'll conquer it. Join us; we don't want to drink alone.
Today: Pairing wine with vegetables might be tricky, but the rewards greatly outweigh the risks.
My heart goes out to asparagus. Artichokes too. And don't get me started on the Brussels sprouts. Why?
Because when it comes to food and wine pairings, these vegetables get a bad rap. "Challenging," they're called. Or "notoriously difficult." Even "clashing."
To be fair, there are inherent qualities to some vegetables that have a funky effect on the wines that you drink with them. Artichokes, for example, contain a chemical that makes everything taste sweeter. Other vegetables, like asparagus and Brussels sprouts, contain a compound that makes wine taste metallic. Do those inherent qualities in some vegetables make wine pairing tricky? Potentially. But is it worth a shot? Absolutely.
The thing to remember: above all, how the vegetables are prepared matters quite a lot. Here are some suggestions for pairing the them with wine, seamlessly.
When You Roast
Roasting vegetables adds another layer of flavor and complexity, which acts a bit like a safety net for wine pairings at risk of running awry. (Bonus: never use a recipe to roast said vegetables.) Because of its savory character, Grüner Veltliner is almost always a good bet. It's a crisp white that often embraces the variety of vegetables. Washington state produces some lovely examples, and Austria is home base for this increasingly popular wine. Try the 2010 Berger Grüner Veltliner.
Consider the Other Ingredients
When you pair wine with dinner, consider the ingredients other than the vegetables themselves. In the recipe for Sunday Roast Chicken with Vegetables, for example, the chicken is cooked directly on top of the vegetables. The juices from the meat will season the vegetables and influence their flavor, as will the lemon and thyme. Let them influence your wine choice too.
Dishes like this one can stand up to heartier wines. Don't go so far as Cabernet Sauvignon or Syrah, though -- their strength of flavor is likely to overpower the vegetables. Stick with something on the lighter side, such as Pinot Noir or Gamay. Domaine Coudert is a reliable producer from Beaujolais in France, home to the Gamay grape.
What are your favorite wines to pair with vegetables? Tell us in the comments below.
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Ceftaroline in the Treatment of Bone and Joint Infections
This study has been withdrawn prior to enrollment.
(Failed to enroll any patients despite study modifications)
Orlando Health, Inc.
Forest Laboratories
Information provided by (Responsible Party):
Mark Wallace MD, Orlando Health, Inc.
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
First received: November 21, 2013
Last updated: August 6, 2014
Last verified: August 2014
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Detailed Description:
This is a study to evaluate the efficacy of Ceftaroline in the treatment of bone and joint infections.
Condition | Intervention | Phase |
Osteomyelitis Joint Infections |
Drug: Ceftaroline |
Phase 4 |
Study Type: | Interventional |
Study Design: | Allocation: Non-Randomized Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment Masking: Open Label Primary Purpose: Treatment |
Official Title: | Ceftaroline in the Treatment of Bone and Joint Infections |
Resource links provided by NLM:
Further study details as provided by Orlando Health, Inc.:
Primary Outcome Measures:
- Sustained clinical remission from the treated osteoarticular infection [ Time Frame: 1 year after study drug completion ]Sustained clinical remission is defined by the absence of either clinical or microbiological evidence of failure at 1 year after study drug completion, in patients who complete the protocol's antibiotic regimen(s) and did not require subsequent antibiotics for their osteoarticular infection beyond the protocol prescribed regimen.
Secondary Outcome Measures:
- Initial clinical success from the treated osteoarticular infection [ Time Frame: 30 days after conclusion of study antibiotic ]Initial clinical success will be measured by the agreement of the Infectious disease consultant and Orthopedic surgeon that the patient has had a positive response to therapy. Success will be measured by decrease of CRP (C reactive protein) by 50% from baseline if initially elevated, no evidence of drainage, sinus tract formation or infection related bone instability. Follow up cultures, if available are negative for originally isolated organism. In patients with prothetic joints no new warmth, tenderness or inflammation.
Other Outcome Measures:
- Number of participants with defined symptoms, signs and lab values as markers of safety and tolerance. [ Time Frame: Day one through one year after completion of study drug. ]Symptoms will be assessed daily by study team while patient is hospitalized and reviewed weekly by investigator while the patient is receiving study drug. Specific symptoms will include fever, chills, rash, nausea. diarrhea, abdominal pain, pain at the surgical/infection site, vertigo, shortness of breath, hives or other rash. A baseline physical will be performed on enrollment and repeated each week at follow up visits. Labs will checked at baseline, then daily through hospitalization and then weekly. If patient develops persistent diarrhea a stool test for C. Diff PCR (polymerase chain reaction) will be performed.
Enrollment: | 0 |
Study Start Date: | April 2013 |
Study Completion Date: | July 2014 |
Primary Completion Date: | July 2014 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure) |
Arms | Assigned Interventions |
Experimental: Acute Osteomyelitis - Non MRSA
For treatment of Acute osteomyelitis (< 6 months duration) Non MRSA isolate- Ceftaroline 600 MG (milligram) IV (intra-venous) every 8 hours for 6 weeks.
Drug: Ceftaroline
The duration of treatment will vary based on type of infection (acute osteomyelitis or joint infection) and if MRSA positive or negative.
Other Names:
Experimental: Acute osteomyelitis MRSA isolate
For treatment of Acute osteomyelitis (< 6 months duration) MRSA isolate- Ceftaroline 600 MG IV every 8 hours for 8 weeks.
Drug: Ceftaroline
The duration of treatment will vary based on type of infection (acute osteomyelitis or joint infection) and if MRSA positive or negative.
Other Names:
Experimental: Prosthetic joint infection
For treatment of prosthetic joint infection Ceftaroline 600 mg IV every 8 hours for 6 weeks.
Drug: Ceftaroline
The duration of treatment will vary based on type of infection (acute osteomyelitis or joint infection) and if MRSA positive or negative.
Other Names:
Detailed Description:
Study evaluates the efficacy of Ceftaroline 600mg IV every 8 hours for the treatment of acute osteomyelitis and/or infected joints.
Ages Eligible for Study: | 18 Years and older (Adult, Senior) |
Sexes Eligible for Study: | All |
Accepts Healthy Volunteers: | No |
Inclusion Criteria:
Adults > 18 years of age with the following osteoarticular infections:
Infected prosthetic knee or hip (first or second episode) with 2 stage procedure planned.
Criteria for infected joint:
- Sinus tract which communicates with the joint
- Preoperative diagnosis by diagnostic, culture positive arthrocentesis
- Intraoperative diagnosis-evidence of purulence/inflammation is seen by the surgeon and/or the pathologist, and at least 2 intraoperative samples grow the same organism (only 1 needed if S. aureus) OR
Acute osteomyelitis of an extremity Criteria for acute osteomyelitis (all 4 needed)
- Onset less than 4 weeks prior to evaluation
- Radiographic (plain, MRI, TC) evidence of osteomyelitis
- Positive culture from bone or blood culture with organism known to cause osteomyelitis
- Orthopedic consultant must concur with diagnosis. PLUS: Positive bone/joint or blood culture for an organism known to cause osteomyelitis which is Ceftaroline susceptible
Exclusion criteria:
Immunocompromised hosts:
- AIDS/HIV patients
- Cancer requiring ongoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy steroid on an ongoing basis.
- Any condition requiring > 20 mg prednisone or equivalent
- TNF (tumor necrosing factor) inhibitor use (ongoing)
- Organ transplant list
- Diabetic foot infections
- Osteomyelitis in association with decubitus ulcers
- Vertebral osteomyelitis/spinal epidural abscess
- Septic bursitis
- Gonococcal arthritis
- Ceftaroline nonsusceptible organisms isolated from bone, joint or blood.
- Infected external fixation devices
- Calculated creatinine clearance < 50 mL/min at baseline
- History of severe penicillin/B lactam allergy (ID to evaluate)
- Intravenous drug use - lifetime exclusion
- Patients with a nail puncture wound to foot
- Patients at high risk for MDR (multidrug resistant) Gram negative organisms
Please note the use of antibiotic containing cement is not exclusion, as it represents standard of care in some of the infections to be studied
Contacts and Locations
Choosing to participate in a study is an important personal decision. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study.
To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the Contacts provided below.
For general information, see Learn About Clinical Studies.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT02005068
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT02005068
United States, Florida | |
Orlando Regional Medical Center | |
Orlando, Florida, United States, 32806 |
Sponsors and Collaborators
Orlando Health, Inc.
Forest Laboratories
Principal Investigator: | Mark R. Wallace, MD | Orlando Health |
More Information
Keywords provided by Orlando Health, Inc.:
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on March 29, 2017
Responsible Party: | Mark Wallace MD, Infectious Disease Faculty Practice, Orlando Health, Inc. |
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: | NCT02005068 History of Changes |
Other Study ID Numbers: |
Study First Received: | November 21, 2013 |
Last Updated: | August 6, 2014 |
Keywords provided by Orlando Health, Inc.:
Osteoarticular infections Osteomyelitis Joint infections MRSA (Methicillin- Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) MSSA (Methicillin- Susceptible Staphylococcus Aureus) |
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Infection Communicable Diseases Osteomyelitis Arthritis, Infectious Bone Diseases, Infectious Bone Diseases Musculoskeletal Diseases |
Arthritis Joint Diseases Methicillin Cephalosporins Anti-Bacterial Agents Anti-Infective Agents |
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2. "Opossums are pretty much immune to snake venom." And when the protein that gives them the protection was injected into rats, it made the rats immune to powerful poisons, too. Via.
3. "Inside an Afghan battle gone wrong."
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I have a 2011 gt500 with just 2700 miles on it and I already have chips in my paint behind both tire. Im pretty sure its from rocks sticking to my tires and being thrown up at the paint. Would this be covered under waranty ? it seems like a defect to me I can just imagine how chipped up the paint will be after 10,000 miles ? What should I do??
Highly highly doubt it would be under warranty. That is the price you pay for driving the car. That is why I dont drive in rain. Moisture makes the rocks stick extra good to the tires and flings against the paint. My only suggestion is mudfllaps...they make them for our cars, and pretty sure they are not made for when we go mud bogging. Its for this exact reason you speak of. Best $80 you'll spend. was the first thing I put on my car. And I have 0 rock chips...let alone I only have 4,000 miles. Here is mine,
My car has the same problem, I took it back to the dealer and even called Ford. They wouldn't do anything. I'm pretty disappointed by it, my last Mustang didn't chip up like this and neither has my 17 year old F150 that's lifted and been driven every winter. Mine is even chipped up in front of the rear tires from the front tires, this all happened within 10,000 miles.
Nice Car!Those mud flaps dont look bad at all! Mine has the mud flaps in the back and there arnt any chips back there but Where do I get mud flaps for the front? Thanks
If you look carefully I have the flaps for the front, not near as fancy as the rears but they are there. Have a mustang logo on them an everything. I got mine from the dealer, but I am sure you can find them on the web. Ford Mustang Splash Guards w/ Pony Logo (94-09) at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping! that is actually what I have on the fronts.
If it is that bad, do like Wind-Farmer says and just get flaps to protect the panels. Outside of that or the 3M protective film, I don't know what other choice you have.
I haven't noticed any large chips on my 2012 GT500 but I did notice that the front tires do kick up dirt and grime from the road and it has sprayed across my doors so it is a matter of time. These tires are sticky and wide! but DAMN do I love this car!


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Bundy Hill - July 9th
Anyone up for a day trip to Bundy Hill on July 9th? I think I will have another buddy with me, and both of us will have little kids (a 2yr. old for me, and an 8 yr. old for him). We will have an LJ unlimited (mine) and a JK unlimited, both pretty much stock.
Neither of us has been to Bundy Hill, and would love to meet up with a couple guys that have been out and know some of the trails. Post up if you are interested, and we can figure out meeting place(s), etc. I am most likely leaving from Howell that morning, and he will either be in Brooklin or Livonia, so we could meet somewhere close to those locations and caravan if you would like too. :wavey: |
hey you from howell, I work there and live in fowlerville. never been to bundy hill I whant to go but my cat is cloged lol have to get that fixed before I do any thing eles.
I would love to go! How far away from grand haven is it?
They do a night run every month, and July's is on the 15th, so I will be there for sure. More than likely I will be doing at least part of a day on Saturday the 16th on the trails. Not sire how far it is from Grand Haven. I think about 2-2.5 hours though. You can go to theory website to get all the information and schedule for the night run. Bundyhill.com I think. |
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A 92 off the stick and I know I could not have played much better. Looking forward to watching the Open there next year and reminding Del or anyone else how I played the holes.
With darkness falling we jumped in the car and headed off on the 40 minute drive to stay overnight at the Best Western Glendower Hotel at St Anne's by the Sea.
The Lake District & Area
After a long 4 hour drive from Holyhead we arrived in Ambleside of the Lake District to a dreary rainy afternoon. This is a very beautiful small town with many places to eat and many many outdoor stores to wet anyone's appetite when it comes to outdoor gear.
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CSS font-size keywords:
xx-small, x-small, small, medium, large, x-large and xx-large
Part of: Using Font Size
In modern browsers rendering in Standards Mode, body {font-size: medium;}
produces text equal in size to the browser default, whatever size that may be, and equal in size to that from body {font-size: 100%;}
and body {font-size: 1em;}
. The keywords differ from em and % in that each keyword is always based upon the browser default, while em and % are based upon the size of the parent element, which is subject to cascade of ancestor sizing.
Internet Explorer 6 in Quirks Mode and earlier Internet Explorer versions treat 'small' rather than 'medium' as the browser default, and each of the other keyword sizes correspondingly larger. As a consequence, authors using keywords should ensure that their documents are rendered in Standards Mode, and understand that early Internet Explorer versions will not size them the same as current browser versions.
Due to their immunity to cascade, these keywords are referred to by the CSS specs as absolute-size, even though they are always relative to the browser default.
The CSS keywords produce the same size text intervals as does the application of <font size=x>
HTML markup. Though each group produces seven sizes, the correlation between the HTML and CSS versions is not what one might expect. Here are typical matchups used by the most recent browser versions:
HTML | Keyword | Example Sizes |
Not Applicable | xx-small | 9px |
size=1, size=-2 | x-small | 10px |
size=2, size=-1, small | small | 13px |
size=3 | medium | 16px |
size=4, size=+1, big | large | 19px |
size=5, size=+2 | x-large | 24px |
size=6, size=+3 | xx-large | 32px |
size=7, size=+4 | Not Applicable | 48px |
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Lawyer Catalin Dancu stands in court in Bucharest wearing his sneakers. A judge fined Dancu 5,000 lei ($1482) Tuesday for flouting dress regulations and for arriving late at the trial of four Romanians who are being tried over the theft of seven paintings, causing the case to be suspended. (Alison Mutler/AP)
A lawyer in Romania showed up to court in blue sneakers
BUCHAREST, Romania (AP) - Don't mess with my blue shoes, a lawyer told a court in Romania.Defense lawyer Catalin Dancu was hit Tuesday with a fine of 5,000 lei ($1,148) - the maximum allowed - for flouting dress regulations and for being late at the trial of five Romanians accused of art theft.Under his black robe, Dancu wore blue jeans and bright blue sneakers- triple-stripe models that he said cost 200 euros ($264)."I am scented, shaved and fresh," the lawyer ...
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This is the age of the conspiracy theory. In the interstices of the internet, no global event happens by accident any more – or as it seems at first glance. While the truth is slowly getting its boots on, a paranoid counter-narrative is broadbanded across the world in a flash. We can all offer a list of conspiracies we have been told in a confidential whisper, backed up by a blizzard of small incongruent questions scraped together to make a fantastical answer.
The 9/11 massacres were the Bush Administration's Reichstag fire, carried out by the CIA to provide a pretext for invading the Middle East. The 2004 tsunami was caused by secret Israeli nuclear tests. Diana was killed for carrying a Muslim foetus. Swine flu was invented "in a lab", as a "high-tech way to assassinate Barack Obama". And on, and on, into the shadows.
The journalist David Aaronovitch has been "obsessed" by conspiracy theories, he writes, since an intelligent, likeable young man he was working with told him a few years ago that the 1969 moon landings were faked by Nasa in a TV studio. All of Aaronovitch's common sense responses – why wouldn't any of the thousands of people needed for such a hoax have gone public by now? – were met by that weary conspiracist's nod. The lack of evidence is simply more proof of how devious the conspirators are. They can hide anything. They can kill anyone.
In his gloriously readable new book, Aaronovitch traces how these "voodoo histories" began – and where they could be leading us. He begins with an admission that will disarm the moderate conspiracists. Quoting the writer Robin Ramsay, he says "By far the most significant factor in the recent rise of conspiracy theories is the existence of real conspiracies." We know that the Vatican really did cover up the rape of children – so many more people suspect they are covering up the "true lineage" of Christ. We know that President Lyndon Johnson really did fake the 1965 Gulf of Tonkin "attack" to give himself a pretext to start bombing North Vietnam – so many more people suspect the Roosevelt or George W Bush administrations did the same.
Yet real conspiracies are, he notes, "dogged by failure and discovery". Richard Nixon couldn't even "wipe a few incriminating tapes" without being caught out. In open societies, you can't keep the thousands of people you need for a big conspiracy quiet for long. He defines a conspiracy theory – as opposed to a real conspiracy – neatly. It is "the attribution of deliberate agency to something that is more likely to be accidental or unintended".
He takes as the archetype of conspiracy theories the Protocols of the Elders of Zion. In the shattered Europe that staggered out of the First World War, a document began to circulate offering an overarching explanation for how this evil happened – and how it could be expunged from the face of the earth. It was an 80-page booklet that claimed to be the leaked memo of a meeting of "the Elders of Zion" – a group of senior Jews that met once a decade in a graveyard in Prague to plot the destruction of existing societies and their replacement with a Jewish-run empire.
Aaraonovitch begins each chapter about conspiracies by describing the theory vividly, as if it were true. He then shows how it was invented. The Protocols were cobbled together by the Russian secret police, who plagiarised it from a novel published in 1868. But a rubble-strewn Europe was eager for a scapegoat – and latched onto the Jews. A thousand debunking facts later, rhe anti-Semitic smears refuse to die. Aaronovitch follows them from the trenches of Europe to the cable channels of Iran.
Conspiracy theories are theology disguised as investigation: no facts can permeate their certain stories about the world. Aaronovitch gives the example of the Irish film-maker Shane O'Sullivan, who claimed to have spotted in the footage of the Bobby Kennedy assassination senior three CIA agents mulling menacingly. He investigated the backgrounds of these CIA operatives and built an elaborate theory about why he was killed by them. The documentary was shown by the BBC and released in cinemas.
Then a small flaw emerged – the men turned out to be watch salesmen who were having a conference in the hotel. One of the CIA agents accused of committing the murder had died of a heart attack six years earlier. O'Sullivan did not miss a beat. He said the watch salesmen must be other CIA stooges, because their company was chaired by a former advisor to Lyndon Johnson. And they must have stolen the dead agent's identity. The theory – the CIA killed Kennedy – was an a priori belief; the facts will always slot into it.
Aaronovitch fillets conspiracy theories brilliantly, but ultimately for the wrong reason. He complains they "eventually add up to an idea of the world in which the authorities, including those who we elect, are systematically corrupt and untruthful". In the place of excessive incredulity, he offers an unnecessary credulity. Some of the fiercest critics of conspiracy theories have been the very writers who are boldest and best at exposing real conspiracies – IF Stone, Noam Chomsky and George Monbiot, for example. They know that by swallowing any old anti-government nonsense, activists waste their energy – and fail to expose real crimes by governments.
Indeed, it is this flaw that leads Aaronovitch to leave a hole in his otherwisecompelling book. Voodoo Histories purports to be an account of how conspiracy theories shape history but it leaves out the most history-scarring conspiracy theory of our age. The Bush administration concocted a story that Saddam Hussein's agents had met with 9/11 hijacker Mohammed Atta. In order to get "proof", we now know they tortured captured Islamists into "confessing." On the basis of this conspiracy theory, a war was launched.
Yet Aaronovitch doesn't peer into this theory, or even mention it. He supported the war, and it would have added an extra layer of depth if he had admitted that he too fell for a conspiracy theory, as we all do sometimes, and teased out the reasons why. Instead, he charges off to condemn the Liberal Democrat MP Norman Baker for claiming Dr David Kelly was murdered for his views on Iraq – a theory that is ridiculous, but has harmed nobody.
Aaronovitch returns to form in his conclusion. He argues that we keep returning so obsessively to conspiracy theories because they are, paradoxically, reassuring. "Paranoia", he writes, "is actually the sticking plaster we fix to an altogether more painful wound": the knowledge that life is chaotic and random and nobody is in charge. Drive into a wall, and you will die, even if you are a Princess. Get shot by a maniac, and your story will end, even if you are a President. Sit in a tower in Manhattan when a plane hits, and you will burn, no matter how rich you are.
We can all be killed in a second, for nothing, by next-to-nothing. Faced with this fact, it is more soothing to fantasise that there is a force ordering the universe and controlling it – even if that force is demonic. As Susan Sontag said: "I envy paranoids. They actually feel someone is paying attention to them."
The father of lies: the 'Protocols'
The 'Protocols of the Elders of Zion', purportedly written by a secret group of Jews, 'revealed' a Jewish and Masonic plot to achieve world domination. It has long been proven to be the most infamous of forgeries, believed to have been authorised by factions of the Russian aristocracy in the late 1870s. By 1905, they began disseminating the document as part of their fight against the Bolsheviks in an attempt to link the revolutionaries, with a number of Jews among their leadership, to the 'conspiracy'.
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Ok so I don't blog much at all. I would really like to contribute more and provoke thought from other MyIGNers. We've got some good blog writers, ranging from people who make you think, help you reminisce, make you chuckle, and some that just leave you thinking, "WTF?". I'm always trying to think of stuff I'd like to write about, but I draw a huge blank. So I think I will try starting with a favorites list. So far I've enjoyed reading others' faves and seeing different people's different passions on here. For the most part, everything I've seen has been positive and I like the vibes coming from the members that I follow. Anywho, on with the list.
First, I better follow Durrty's lead and name the wife as #1.
Alright. The rest I'm not sure what order they fall in. Well, probably my dog RJ next, but after that it's all random. He's 2 and a half years old, smarter than some toddlers I know, and he lives to play fetch. Best sidekick ever. Beat it, Robin, you got nothin.
And then there's camping. We do as much camping as we can in the summer ever since we got our trailer. Oh and the Super Nintendo is in the trailer for rainy days. This past season I went beginning to end on Link to the Past finishing with 0 lives used and all heart pieces on a single rainy day. And then we watched some Big Bang Theory. Oh and I love my truck too.
And in case anyone doesn't know, which is likely everyone, I live in Canada. Go ahead and throw your stereotypes at me. We have a pretty good sense of humor up here. I'm not a lumberjack, or a curler, but I do like syrup. No I'm not in an igloo, I don't say "aboot", and my head doesn't bounce like Terrence and Philip, but Kraft Dinner is in my pantry, I say "eh", and I loves me some freakin hockey! I play centre on my rec team, and I also play goal on the rare ocassion. And hopefully I don't jinx it, but I'm currently riding a 4 game goal scoring streak. No fights this year, though. Yet.
So speaking of hockey, I'm gonna knock down a couple in one pic. I'm a bit artistic, I loves me some Spiderman, and I love goalie mask art. I haven't set up an airbrush in my garage yet, but so far these are two masks I've used while playing. I retired Spidey cause the primer obviously didn't bond well enough in the chin area, but Venom is going strong. If I were in the NHL, these are the masks I'd want depending on the colors of the team I were on.
Ok best Halloween costume ever! I loved Ghostbusters as a kid, and a few years ago I built the pack and put together the suit. I'm currently close to finishing a scaled version for my wife. Where's Greg? Isn't he the resident Ghostbuster? Every year you'll find me bustin ghosts and drinkin beers.
And being Canadian, I love it. I am proud of my country and the freedom we have. Much the same as the rest of the western world. And so I had to get the right tattoo to express it. Team Canada's 1924 Olympic Gold medal team logo.
Damn, this is getting long. I don't have pics of my entertainment unit (planning on putting together another one very soon anyway) or my guitars. But this is my list.
As I mentioned before, I've enjoyed this community. I am following a good lot of people on here, and it's cause I've enjoyed what I've seen them contribute. Except CODgurl and gamersarah.
Some of my fave's on MyIGN: hollywood141, Nightwink, Dr.Rieux, DurrtyLem, Sockhead, cemishler, and Sharodan.
Feel free to bash me! Merry Christmas!


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August 24th-27th 2012 :: Theme: Evolution
Natural Selection: breeding by God
by ripatti - 48 Hour Compo EntryYou are a God. You should create perfect life.
Windows only
it requires DirectX9c, MSVS2008 Redist, any 3d-videocard
control: mouse, ESC for quit
edit 8/27: more screens
edit 8/29: post-compo version. I added hint button and fixed some typos. I think it is the finish version. I have no more pleasure and spare time to evolve it.
edit 8/29: bugfix in the post-compo version
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Theme | 4.48 | |
Coolness | 56% | |
#46 | Overall | 3.74 |
#79 | Graphics | 3.89 |
#130 | Audio | 3.19 |
#151 | Fun | 3.26 |
#183 | Mood | 3.00 |
#224 | Innovation | 3.19 |
#440 | Humor | 1.88 |
That was way better than any other evolution games I've played! The music and the art were amazing!
That was incredible, the fact that this is raw d3d really impressed me, and technically the developer console was great to see. I will really enjoy reading the source code later, it looks like there is much I can learn from your game.
The game is great, you've adapted the doodle god style into something better and more enjoyable. The combinations make sense and the results of them are realistic.
The graphics are amazing, also the sound effects and music.
This is a game I will be coming back to and playing again.
Fun game! The gameplay seems super similar to Doodle God, but it does fit the theme really well.
i really love the graphics and the audio! the gameplay, though, is quite short and not really entertaining. cool game!
This is by far the best one I've played so far. You've adapted the Doodle God mechanic to LD and held it together with visually intriguing graphics and a brilliant premise. Great game.
Really enjoyed this entry. The music sets the mood perfectly and the graphics are impressive. Finding a new combination felt satisfying, although sometimes there was way too much trial and error involved. Maybe there could be short descriptions for the items in addition to name and image? This way you could get some hints when stuck.
Good use of the theme, although I ended up systematically trying every possible permutation to find the last few in a level (not particularly fun). Stopped near the end of the Jurassic level.
I liked this a lot - searching for the combinations was fun, and the art was really charming. For the later levels, I started having to do systematic trial-and-error to get the last couple of things; there was no way for me to find them by logic. Some hints might have helped here - it got a little frustrating. The music was OK, but I wish there was a way to turn it off - it got very repetitive over the course of the game. But a fun idea, an original game concept, and fits the theme extremely well. Easily the best of the 5-6 I've rated so far.
Cool idea but the combinations are sometimes so strange, that you randomly combine everything, and that is annoying ^^
Incredibly good. Very educational too! Didn't know man was created from the rat (if you cut a few chains..) and I feel terrible for having created the bee D:
Feels a lot like Doodle God (even has the swoop animation) with one good addition: after every few objects the game clears defunct elements so that by the end of the game you are not just rubbing item together with about 40,000 possible combinations.
As a note for this game and all the rub items together to get a new item game, it would be nice if the game would pop up with a notice as you hover over one item on another that you have already made something with that combination (by showing the product. After a while you forget all the combinations you have tried and have to sit through the animation only to see that you have a duplicate item.
This could be great as an educational game if there were descriptions to the items. It fits the theme really well. Unfortunately, I can't motivate myself to play through level 4, there's just too much trial&error then.
About trial-and-error and some unlogical combinations all you are rigth.
In the Doodle God hint button helped a lot. I planned to add this button, but time was over. I had to do more logical combinations, but there was a few of time and idea to cover all periods of Earth life.
So we have that we have. I think it is normal for 48-hour work. I'll upgrade the game to more sweety state, but not in borders of the contest.
Just came back to say, after playing about 60 games, this has been my favorite.
this was great, made complete sense but the trial-and-error aspect really did me in. i got 17/20 on level 3 and gave in. really good though, look forward to seeing a post comp version.
This is interesting. At some point I requested a hint and the game crashed (unfortunately, I don't remember exactly where I was).
The most interesting and daring entry I've player so far! The UI and graphics are polished exceptionaly well! Thumbs up!
I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong, but I couldn't get the app to run. The screenshots look really cool. I hope I can get it working before the voting ends.
2Sestren Try to update DirectX9c drivers (http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=35) and MSVC2008 Redist (http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=29)
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This is a group photo of the Alexander family of Marquette County, Wisconsin in the late 1920s or early 1930s. From left to right, Henry James Alexander (1906-1987), Vera (Alexander) Kemnitz (1905-1986), Glenn G. Alexander (1907-1971), Margaret (Maggie Haney) Alexander (1881-1939), Norma Elizabeth (Alexander) Parker (1902-1970) and Gilbert Alexander (1873-1959).
The connection to the Brassfield surname is Norma Elizabeth Alexander married Lloyd Ira Parker. Their Grand Daughter married a Brassfield.


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All 85 rooms feature comforts like pillowtop beds and premium bedding, while conveniences include sofa beds and refrigerators. Free WiFi and microwaves are standard, as are TVs with cable channels.
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Our central storyline has reached its conclusion but what about the fates of the other characters?
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You Are Still Here (原来你还在这里) – Chapter 43 [FINAL]
You're still written in the scars on my heart.
We're not broken, just bent. Can we learn to love again?
You Are Still Here (原来你还在这里) – Chapter 42
As we barrel towards our conclusion, our leads have more than a conversation. But will it be part two of happy moments or a foreboding of the end?


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Lot 251: CHINESE GILT BRONZE CLOISONNE ENAMEL WALL PLAQUE
by Eden Fine Antiques Galleries LLC
November 11, 2016
Marietta, GA, USA
Live AuctionDescription: Framed Chinese gilt bronze and cloisonne enamel wall plaque with flat rectangular form, cloisonne enamel works delicately portraying a multi story pavilions nestled on waterside against white with blue shades mountainous landscape scene, all sets beneath the golden sky. some themed calligraphy inscriptions with red seal on upper right. Mounted on a carved hardwood frame.
Condition Report: Traced numerous tiny-holes of corrosions on enamel filling, No missing wires found on cloisonne works. With normal anomalies in nature, sign of stressed surface, minor scratch & dents, and trace of declined on gilt. Normal, consider ages and wear. Over all in excellent condition. Please Note: EDEN Fine Antiques Galleries provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, and is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, mater. The bidder assumes responsibility for ensuring that the condition of the item(s) meets with their satisfaction prior to bidding. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.
Dimensions: Dimension: 27" H x 19" W
Medium: bronze, cloisonne, gold, enamel
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My friend Monique Dillard at Open Gates Quilts is kicking off a new - FREE - block of the month to start the new year! The Blogger Girls BOM will start January 1 and will feature a 6 block quilt. You can make a small quilt with 6 blocks or make 2 of each block for a larger quilt. Here's Monique's version of the quilt.
The following bloggers will be sewing along and posting their versions of the quilt.
Monique from Open Gate Quilts
Sherri from A Quilting Life
Thelma from Cupcakes 'n' Daisies
Lissa from Moda Lissa
Denise from Quilter's Window
Nicole from Sister's Choice Quilts
and me - Stashmaster
At the end of the 6 months, you will be able to download the finishing instructions. And did I mention? It's FREE!
Here are the fabulous fabrics that I'm going to be using - Field Notes designed by Blackbird Designs for Moda.
I can't wait to get started and see all the different quilts!


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Used Truck - 2008 Chrysler Aspen 4 DOOR WAGON in Hayden, Id
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2008 Chrysler Aspen Review
This car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale.Large and luxurious, power for towing.
The 2008 Chrysler Aspen is a big, traditional sport utility vehicle capable of towing substantial loads. The Aspen is in the same class as the Chevy Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Ford Expedition, but it has more luxury amenities than most of those vehicles.
Introduced for the 2007 model year, the Chrysler Aspen is based on the Dodge Durango. Aspen shares Durango's size and mechanicals, the main differences being styling, interior and tuning. Both use truck chassis and engineering, giving them the advantages of a cavernous interior and the ability to tow trailers (up to 8,900 pounds).
Aspen's electronic stability control system incorporates a new feature designed to control trailer sway.
Two V8 engines are available, a 4.7-liter flex-fuel V8 that gains 68 hp for 2008 for a total of 303 horsepower, and a 335-hp 5.7-liter V8. The 4.7-liter can run on regular gasoline or E85 (a blend of 15 percent gasoline and 85 percent ethanol). The 5.7-liter Hemi uses Chrysler's Multi-Displacement System, which conserves fuel by shutting off half the cylinders when the engine is running under a light load. Buyers can choose between rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive with either engine.
Both powertrains earn decent fuel economy ratings by the federal government, either matching the competition or at worst giving up no more than one or two miles per gallon, even in the revised system the EPA uses for the 2008 model year.
Aspen is a nice-looking SUV with styling that features Chrysler's traditional but subdued egg-crate grille, mildly curvaceous bodylines reminiscent of the Dodge Durango, and an attractively sculpted tailgate. The wheel wells are filled with good-looking 18-inch alloy wheels or optional 20-inch chrome rims.
Aspen accommodates seven or eight passengers, depending on the seating configuration. Three rows of seats are standard, starting with front buckets, a second-row bench and a third-row bench. Buckets are optional for the second row to reduce seating to seven.
The interior blends elegant-looking, satin-finish metallic accents with woodgrain trim on the dash and center console. The standard upholstery is Chrysler's trademarked Yes Essentials fabric that resists stains and odors. Leather trim is optional and all of the usual power and personalization features are available.
In addition to the upgraded 4.7-liter V8, Aspen gets new safety and entertainment features for 2008. Chrysler's MyGIG radio, which includes a 20-gigabyte hard drive that holds songs, pictures, and navigation system map information, is available, as is a rear backup camera.
The 2008 Chrysler Aspen is available as only the Limited model. The Limited 2WD ($32,005) and Limited AWD ($34,880) come standard with a 4.7-liter V8. Chrysler's 5.7-liter Hemi V8 is optional with 2WD ($795) or AWD ($990). The all-wheel drive system has a two-speed transfer case with low-range gearing.
Standard features include front and rear air conditioning, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, Yes Essentials anti-stain and odor-resistant fabric upholstery, front bucket seats, 8-way power driver seat, reclining second-row 40/20/40 split folding seat, third-row 60/40 split folding seat, heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, Alpine AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo with four speakers and steering wheel-mounted audio controls, auxiliary input jack, Sirius satellite radio, universal garage door opener, automatic headlights, theft-deterrent system, fog lights, roof rails, and 265/60R18 on/off-road tires on alloy wheels.
All-wheel drive models come standard with the power rear liftgate.
Options start with a Quick Order package for 2WD ($4270) and AWD ($3785) that includes dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated front seats, four-way power passenger seat, power-adjustable pedals, memory system (driver seat, mirrors, pedals), Chrysler's MyGIG Entertainment System with hard-drive radio, rearview camera, power-folding mirrors, auto-dimming driver side and rearview mirrors, floor mats, laminated door glass, running boards, and 265/50R20 tires on chrome alloy wheels; the package for the 2WD model also gets rear obstacle detection and the power liftgate. The Popular Equipment group for 2WD ($1125) and AWD ($600) has rear obstacle detection, power-adjustable pedals, remote engine start, and running boards; the 2WD also gets the power liftgate. The Popular Equipment group II ($1405) has a rear DVD entertainment system, remote engine start, and Chrysler's UConnect wireless cell phone link. A Trailer Tow group ($575) adds special axle ratio (with 5.7-liter V8), heavy-duty engine and transmission cooling, skid plates (AWD), Class IV trailer hitch, and a wiring harness.
Chrysler's MyGIG Entertainment System ($1055) is new for 2008. It includes a 6.5-inch touch-screen and a 20-gigabyte hard drive to hold songs and pictures. It includes Sirius satellite radio, rear obstacle detection, rearview camera and UConnect. The hard-drive radio is also offered in the MyGIG Multi-Media Infotainment System ($950), which adds a navigation system with real time traffic and voice activation. It is only available with the Quick Order package, and UConnect is also included.
Also available are leather upholstery ($780), heated front seats ($250), heated second-row bucket seats ($950), a sunroof ($850), rear DVD entertainment ($1295), remote engine start ($185), and accent-color running boards ($445).
Safety features include front multi-stage airbags and head-protecting curtain side airbags that cover all three seating rows and are programmed to activate in the event of a rollover. Missing, however, are front side airbags that protect the torso in side crashes, a feature increasingly common on cars and SUVs. The second-row seats have child safety seat anchors and tethers (LATCH), but the third row doesn't. Traction control, which limits tire spinning in slick conditions, is standard. The electronic stability program, which attempts to keep the vehicle from spinning out, is augmented with a rollover-sensitive algorithm, which extends deployment duration, and Trailer Sway Control, which applies individual brakes to keep the vehicle on its intended path when towing. Electronic brake-force distribution, which optimizes front-to-rear brake application in emergencies, comes standard along with brake assist, which ensures full braking performance in a panic stop. A tire-pressure monitor signals when tires are low on air. Rear obstacle detection is standard on all-wheel drive models. A.
The Chrysler Aspen looks like a lot of other full-size SUVs, but we found it attracted admiring looks and inquiries. Chrysler styling cues set the Aspen apart from the Dodge Durango.
The grille, with bold crossbars and classic Chrysler medallion, attempts to stake a claim for the Aspen at the top of the brand's pyramid. Strangely, low-key headlamp units diminish the claim, which isn't helped by the bland bumper and generic fog lamps.
Embossed strakes in the hood run back to the windshield and carry on the newest Chrysler-brand styling motif. This styling element, which first appeared on the Chrysler Crossfire and then the redesigned Sebring, is seemingly inspired by the jewel-like cap on the famous Chrysler Building in New York City.
The side view offers the proportions and features typical for a traditional SUV. The swept-back windshield looks sleek and shows homage to aerodynamics. The optional running boards do a better job of dirtying trousers and long skirts than serving as truly functional steps. Mildly creased, visually pleasant blisters circle the wheelwell openings. A chrome-topped, overstated molding strip pulls double duty, breaking up the expanse of metal between the front and rear wheel cutouts while insulating the doors against parking lot dings. Side mirrors proudly perch on brackets extending from the base of the A-pillars (the side frames of the windshield). A slight ridge defining the beltline (where the side windows meet the lower body panels) extends beyond the base of the rear pillars, accenting the graceful outline of the rear quarter windows. A short front overhang and tucked-up lower hindquarters invite thoughts of venturing off the highway to explore an unpaved track.
It's the rear aspect of the Aspen that has the most presence, the view most will have of it in traffic. A strong rear bumper with a deep, non-skid clad step cups the one-piece liftgate. Chrome-like trim on the bumper's end caps tie into the side molding strip. The medallion-and-wing treatment from the grille repeats above the stylized license plate recess. Gently bowed sides and a rounded top give the back end a smaller, less massive look than the rest of the vehicle. A conservatively sized notch centered in the bumper's lower edge makes room for the optional hitch receiver and junction box.
On first impression, the interior looks classy in its materials selection, presentation and packaging. On closer examination, however, and after some quality time spent experiencing its quirks and nuances, some of that initial luster fades.
The satin-finish metal accents and wood-like trim give the interior an elegant touch, as does the silver-ringed, old-fashioned style clock tucked into a recess in the top-center of the dash. The woodgrain looks better than it feels, however, as do the expanses of textured plastic panels, which are hard to the touch and replete with seams that pose threats of squeaks and buzzes as the miles rack up. Where there's padding, it's noticeably thin. The symmetry of shapes and simplicity of features and controls for the stereo, air conditioning and navigation systems are pluses that partially counter some of the questionable elements.
The front seats are supportive, with adequate bottom and side bolsters for the Aspen's intended use. The fabric upholstery is more comfortable than the somewhat stiff leather. The pivot point for the front seatbacks' recline is positioned above the seat bottom, much like the seats on those regional commuter jets; reclining in the seat requires sliding one's posterior forward on the bottom cushion, effectively shortening the seat bottom and reducing thigh support.
The laid-back windshield pushes the dash, and with it the steering wheel, close enough to the driver that the adjustable pedals are strongly recommended. The adjustable pedals will permit short-stature drivers to sit far enough from the steering wheel to maintain the recommended safe distance from the steering wheel airbag. And the dead pedal against which drivers might want to brace their left foot while navigating sharp turns is somewhere up near the front bumper and useless for anybody not as tall as, say, Lebron James.
The low roofline limits visibility from the inside. The tinted rear glass enhances the image on the rear-seat entertainment system's drop-down video screen, but limits the driver's view somewhat. When deployed, the rear-seat video screen reduces visibility through the rearview mirror.
Second-row legroom trails the competition (Ford Expedition, Chevy Tahoe, GMC Yukon, Nissan Armada, Toyota Sequoia) by one to four inches. Knee room for back-seat riders is cramped when the front seat is comfortably positioned for a 6-foot driver. Getting in and out of the second row is easy. The back doors swing open a welcoming 84 degrees and leave space enough in their lower reaches for all but NBA-size shoes.
The third-row seats compare well with the competition. The flop-and-flip second-row seats make access to the third row easy. In headroom, the Aspen's back row tops all but the Sequoia. Its legroom handily bests all but the Expedition. Hip room and foot room in the third row is relatively tight, however, especially in the center position, the automotive equivalent to the center seat in the back of a plane.
Cargo space is plentiful. With the third row folded, the Aspen's 68.4 cu. ft. of cargo tops the competition. Fold and flip everything behind the front seat and the Aspen's 102.4 cu. ft. is average when compared with the other full-size SUVs.
Cubby storage is about par for the class. Each row of seats gets at least two cupholders. The front doors have fixed, hard plastic map pockets. The backside of the driver's seat has a pouch for magazines. The glove box is adequate, but the undamped door can crack the shins of an unwary front passenger. The front center console lid is hinged on the right-hand side, making access difficult for the front seat passenger.
Aspen has imported some features from the German side of the DaimlerChrysler family. One is tip start, which requires only a twist and release of the key to start the engine. Another is a one-touch lane-change function on the turn signals, where touching and releasing the lever pro.
Driving Impression
The Chrysler Aspen rewards the driver with hearty mechanical sounds from the engine compartment, prompt throttle response, solid gear shifts and thoroughly competent brakes.
Ride and handling are average. The Aspen is tall, heavy and narrow. The ride tends to the springy end of the scale, and the Aspen loses composure around curves. The available 20-inch wheels with fatter tires stick better than the base model's taller tires and 18-inch wheels at the price of a slightly harsher, but no less bouncy, ride.
Chrysler has upgraded the 4.7-liter V8 for 2008, boosting it from 235 horsepower and 300 pound-feet of torque to 303 hp and 330 pound-feet of torque. The 4.7-liter does a better job of moving the Aspen than the old version, but it still struggles to provide passing punch in this heavy SUV. With the 4.7-liter V8, the Aspen can pull up to 5900 pounds.
The 5.7-liter Hemi moves the Aspen well from a stop and provides decent passing power, but it runs out of breath on the far side of 80 miles per hour. However, the torque rating promises it can pull 8900 pounds.
Neither engine is frugal. Thanks to Chrysler's Multi-Displacement System, which shuts down four cylinders when they're not needed, the Hemi gets slightly better fuel economy than the 4.7, at 13 mpg City and 19 Highway for 2WD models vs 13/18. Those numbers may be unappealing given today's high fuel prices, but they match those of truck-based large SUV competitors.
Towing trailers long distances should be eased by a feature Chrysler calls Trailer Sway Control. This system senses trailer sway and employs the electronic stability control to apply tiny amounts of brake pressure selectively to individual wheels and to reduce engine torque to counter trailer-induced yaw. We haven't hooked a trailer to an Aspen, but the concept is logical and impressive and we'd assume it works as intended.
If you don't intend to tow with your Aspen, you may wish to consider one of the new generation of seven-passenger crossover SUVs. These vehicles offer better ride and handling characteristics, as well as improved fuel economy, with the same type of cargo capacity.
The 2008 Chrysler Aspen is a competent full-size SUV that offers the hauling and towing capability of a truck. In snapshot comparisons with the competition, the Expedition feels roomier, the Tahoe/Yukon rides and handles better, the Armada feels, and is, heavier, and the Sequoia feels better put together. Aspen also faces competition from more carlike crossover SUVs with comparable cargo utility. If you need a large SUV for towing, the Aspen is a fine choice. If not, a crossover SUV will provide a more carlike driving experience and deliver better fuel economy.
NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Tom Lankard filed this report from Palm Springs, California, and correspondent Kirk Bell contributed from Chicago.
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Chrysler Aspen Limited 2WD ($32,005); Limited 4WD ($34,880).
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Options As Tested
Trailer Tow Group ($655); Quick Order package ($3785) with dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated front seats, 4-way power passenger seat, power-adjustable pedals, memory system (driver seat, mirrors, pedals), Chrysler's MyGIG Entertainment System with hard-drive radio, rearview camera, power-folding mirrors, auto-dimming driver side and rearview mirrors, floormats, laminated door glass, running boards, P265/50R20 tires on chrome alloy wheels.
Model Tested
Chrysler Aspen Limited 4WD ($34,880).The Aspen is Chrysler's first full-size sport utility vehicle. Similar to the Dodge Durango, the Aspen borrows the platform as well as the historic name from Dodge. The Aspens' suspension is the same independent, double-wishbone front and non-independent solid-axle rear design found on the Durango. The woodgrain/metal-look interior is available with either cloth, leather, or leather-suede seats. Available in one trim, Limited, the Aspen comes with the option of a 290 horsepower 4.7-liter V-8 or a 335 horsepower 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 engine and either rear- or all-wheel drive. Both engines are mated to a five-speed automatic transmission and the more powerful V-8 is capable of shutting down 4 cylinders to conserve fuel. The Chrysler Aspen was new in 2007 and carries over into 2008.
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Disrupting traditional marketing methods is a tricky task that comes with just as much risk as it does reward, and no one knows this better than Sharon MacLeod, Vice President of Marketing at Unilever. In a recent conversation, MacLeod revealed her method for motivating colleagues and what it takes to build an innovative culture.
4 Questions with Sharon MacLeod
1.How do you motivate your team to come up with good ideas?
I think one of the things I learned early was to really encourage people to get out and be interesting. The more that people are stuck at their desk, stuck in front of a computer screen, the less time they have for thinking and reacting, and they won't be creating as much. Getting the team motivated isn't difficult. They need to be out doing interesting things, like exploring unique areas in the city or engaging with consumers. To get them out of them out of the office is to get them inspired. I can't be the person to provide the inspiration, but I can certainly facilitate it and build it in to their roles.
2. Can you tell me the significance of trend spotting to a company like Unilever?
Trend spotting is something that is super important. It's key to understand the trends that are going to be mainstream. For a large company like Unilever, it takes a while to bring something to market. So when tracking trends, we want to be aware of the ones that will have the most impact.
3. What are the resources you teams uses to spot trends and market innovations?
We go to places where trends start. For instance, with hair care, we're in the salons. They're the experts and that's where hair care trends start before you see them quickly move into retail spaces. Each category has its own focus and method for gathering trends, whether it's coming from online sources, in the real world or through our global insights teams. When one category is on the forefront of the market, those trends can feed into other categories.
4. How do you create a culture of innovation?
First of all, and this goes for any organization, if you want to have a great culture, an innovative culture, the leadership has to endorse it and get behind it. They have to push the agenda of innovation. Then it's about hiring people who have right kind of aptitude and curiosity. You can bring someone on board who is creative and analytical, but who has a certain degree of curiosity. I also think fostering an innovative culture and environment is important when developing a great culture. It's about encouragement and pushing boundaries. Finally, failure has to be understood. It's something that you can be all over them for, but in the end, failure is a chance to learn, and it really has to be allowed in order to succeed.


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Vitamix Review – The Vitamix Total Nutrition Center
I recently achieved another one of my 2013 New Year Resolutions and invested in a high quality Vitamix blender. I've wanted a Vitamix for quite awhile now, as I was tired of going through cheap blenders and having them break down. I personally blend at least twice a day, and so investing in a high quality blender was a must for me.
I've put up a video blog below of my Vitamix in action. I decided to put up a Vitamix review to share the many benefits and uses of owning the Vitamix Total Nutrition Center.
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Like I said, I blend frequently – usually first thing in the morning and within 30 minutes after my workout. I'm a fan of blending my meals for two primary reasons:
It's Fast And Easy. It's extremely fast and easy to make meals by blending. You don't have to cook or spend a lot of time preparing meals. You can simply blend up a healthy, nutritious meal within minutes. Clean up only takes minutes as well.
It's Healthier. Blending is an easy way to consume larger quantities of raw foods, such as fruits and vegetables. It's much easier for your body to digest, as the foods are raw and already pre-digested by consuming it in a liquid form. You can also easily add in protein powders, making it ideal for a post-workout meal as your body will easily absorb protein to rebuild your muscles.
Here's some of my favourite ingredients to blend each day:
- Protein Powder (I use brown rice or pea protein for health reasons)
- Fruit (bananas, berries, apples, oranges, mangos)
- Vegetables (spinach, cucumber, celery, lettuce, kale)
- Almond Milk or Rice Milk
- Coconut Water
- Hemp Seeds (good source of protein and essential fats)
- Chia Seeds (rich in omega 3 fats)
- Udo's Oil (mixture of omega 3-6-9 oil blend)
- Coconut Oil
- Goji Berries
- Maca Root (energy boost)
- Raw Cacao (adds taste without added fat or sugar of chocolate)
- Bee Pollen (increased energy and stamina)
- Psyllium Husks (good source of fibre)
I obviously don't mix all of those ingredients in at once (you could if you wanted to though!), but just a few of these powerful ingredients will perform wonders for your body and health. I used to go as far as adding in oatmeal and other complex carbs to my blends for muscle-gaining purposes. For me to eat all of these ingredients separately would otherwise take FOREVER!
Vitamix Review
The Vitamix Total Nutrition Center is a high powered blender that is often used at Starbucks, Jugo Juice, Booster Juice and Jamba Juice. You can literally create almost any type of meal with a Vitamix blender, including: frozen drinks, cooked meals, creamy deserts, hot soups, and smoothies within minutes. The high powered blender uses a 2-peak horse power (1380 watts) motor, along with a radial cooling fan and thermal protection system. It's extremely durable and comes with a 7-year warranty, and so you don't have to worry about it breaking anytime soon.
Since owning a Vitamix, I've been blown away by the recipes and meals that I could create. I didn't know a blender was capable of juicing or cooking meals. The Total Nutrition Center, formerly the Vitamix 5200, comes with a DVD that contains dozens of recipes and a recipe book so that you can make many of the delicious, healthy recipes within minutes. Since owning it, I have made many of the delicious smoothies and even made a healthy ice cream!
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I've done a lot of research and comparison of Vitamix vs Blendtec, and I've concluded that Vitamix is most likely best for me. I personally trust the Vitamix brand a lot more and believe it's much more reliable than the Blendtec blender. Both have their pro's and con's, but based on my research, the biggest advantages Vitamix has over Blendtec is:
- Vitamix has better speed control. The Total Nutrition Center comes with two switches (one for turning it on/off and another for high speed) and a dial for variable speed. The dial is beneficial as it allows you to have more control over how thick you want your blend to be. You can easily start off slow, then increase the speed as you wish. In terms of power, apparently Blendtec has a more powerful motor, but I heard it's irrelevant as only a certain amount of wattage can be released through the power outlet. Apparently nobody has noticed a difference in quality from the higher powered motor they advertise.
- Both blenders produce tolerable sound, but Vitamix is relatively quieter.
- Vitamix has a larger jar than Blendtec, which makes it easier to produce large amounts rather than having to make smaller batches.
- Vitamix comes with a tamper, Blendtec does not. The tamper adds to the versatility and speed in which you can blend, making it easier to mix the ingredients. People have said to be frustrated with Blendtec at times as you need to sometimes take out the pitcher and shake it to better mix the ingredients, then try blending again.
- Vitamix is slightly more expensive than Blendtec, but you get free shipping with Vitamix. Blendtec doesn't offer free shipping, so the price can come out to be slightly higher than Vitamix.
Overall, I think both blenders are incredible and you can't go wrong with either one. I just chose the Vitamix as I've heard more great things about it from others and I enjoyed the fact that many of the juice bars that I frequent endorse it.
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In my opinion, the best place to buy Vitamix is online through their website – that's where I bought it. It seems that buying Vitamix online is the cheapest option, as you're able to take advantage of some of the sales they offer, as well as get free shipping (Coupon Code: 06-008602). It's also best to deal directly with Vitamix incase anything goes wrong.
The other options are to buy Vitamix from Amazon or sometimes you can find it at Costco, if they're doing a tour in your area.
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If you own an Android phone and you are eagerly waiting for the Urban Rivals app, you'll be happy to know that we just release the first dedicated version of the game in the Android Market!
Just search for it and you shall find it
It's the same version as the web game, but packaged as an installable self-contained mobile app, optimized for mobile (bigger buttons etc..) and with some added features like an integrated shop, and ways to buy credits directly inside the app, a cache system for images etc..
We support purchase thru text message, debit/card with Zong and free credits by downloading other games/apps with Tapjoy (like we used to have on the iphone until Apple decided otherwise).
It needs an Android handset capable of supporting Adobe Air (basically: flash), you can find a list there: http://www.adobe.com/flashplatform/certified_devices/smartphones.html but i'm not sure how often they update it.
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I had the app on HTC Desire and it ran nicely, but then I rooted my phone and cant install anymore the app... does anyone know why?
@post 72 - It's a bit sketchy on HTC Desire - I can't install it too. It would be nice to get an .apk file from play store.
I've been playing UR on the iPhone for the last 3 years. After switching to an Android phone, I have to say the Android app is a major disappointment. The graphics are poor compared to iOS app. The app is cluncky and the buttons are hard to press. But the biggest disappointment is that there is no access to the market. In the iOS app I could buy and sell cards very easily, I enjoyed this as much as the battles. Now I can't do it all. Also, no zoom feature that features the card art and story. Would love to see this on my big android screen. There is no notifications of game news, no way to see messages, no way to look at my profile, and no way to see how much clintz I have etc. I understand Android is harder to develop with then iOS, but I was still hoping for more. Not a cut-down version of the website. Your Android market is going to be as big, if not bigger than your iPhone market in the future, I hope you can keep this in mind going forward. Hopefully there is more Android development in the pipeline, because I've found the Android app just doesn't hold my attention as much.
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The U.S. Army Program Executive Office of Simulation, Training and Instrumentation (PEO STRI) has awarded Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] a $28.6 million contract to upgrade more than 60 Advanced Gunnery Training Systems (AGTS) for M1A1 and M1A2 main battle tanks. The company will also provide 11 new M1A2 training systems as a part of the two-year effort. The AGTS is a simulator designed to train individuals, crews, platoons and companies in precision gunnery skills, enabling trainees to transition quickly to live fire or combat gunnery. As part of the upgrade effort, Lockheed Martin will integrate the newest version of its Scalable Advanced Graphics Engine (SAGE) image generation technology, which draws from extensive visual databases to help warfighters experience a more detailed environment and encounter more realistic targets. "These upgrades will help keep warfighters prepared for a dynamic operational environment," said Jim Craig, vice president of training systems in Lockheed Martin's Global Training and Logistics business. "Through the AGTS and our SAGE image generation software, they get a training experience that is unmatched - except in real life." Additional upgrades include new graphic user interfaces, such as more pull-down menus for the instructor screens, making it even easier for instructors to monitor and control the training scenarios. Since Lockheed Martin developed the original AGTS architecture more than 15 years ago, the company has delivered over 200 AGTS systems and upgrades to U.S. Department of Defense customers with an additional 180 to foreign partner nations. Related Links - Space Technology News - Applications and Research
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Episode 666
Date: 2006-01-11
Simran and Saurabh have an argument about Abhimanyu's character. Simran pleads with Saurabh not to tell Aastha about Yash, and asks him to stop interf...More
Episode 665
Date: 2006-01-10
Simran voices her fear to Shaguna of everyone asking her to be wary of Yash and Kiran. A hysterical Kiran pleads Abhimanyu to save their son from jail...More
Episode 664
Date: 2006-01-09
Abhimanyu scolds and slaps Yash for taking advantage of Simran s love and for creating havoc in everyone s life. A hysterical Kiran wonders about the ...More
Episode 663
Date: 2006-01-06
Saurabh asks Abhimanyu to go away and warns him that he won t let him hurt Simran anymore. Abhimanyu tells Yash how nobody wants him to meet Simran, s...More
Episode 662
Date: 2006-01-05
The doctors operate on Sakshi to donate her eyes to Simran. Shankar narrates to Saurabh about Kiran and Yash. Yash is devastated hearing about Sakshi ...More