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Annie's Boat
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|Wittenburgergracht, 1018mt amsterdam, Netherlands
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Annie's Boat is a B & B (bed & boat) for a relaxing stay in a vibrant city.
Are you looking for a house situated in a quiet area, yet close to the hustle and bustle of the city?
Then Annie's Boat is the place to be.
The property is suitable for 2 people. Max 2 children up to 12 years are also welcome and they stay free. Until the age of 3 years is a cot present. For children from 3 to 12 years is a thick luxury air mattress (2x 1pers. air mattress) of very good quality which sleeps as good as a real bed.
Annie's Boat is located in De Nieuwe Vaart on De Oostelijke Eilanden and close to the Central Station (20 mins. walk), Waterlooplein (16 mins. walk), Nieuwmarkt and the famous "wallen" (19 min), the Maritime Museum (4 min .). Furthermore, in the area within walking distance you can find Public Library (16 min), Nemo (11 min), Artis ZOO (10 min), the Dappermarkt (12 min), brouwerij 't IJ (10 min) and a diversity of shops, food and beverage outlets.
A large AH supermarket is around the corner (2 min) and is open 7 days a week until 22:00.
In your stay you can make free use of the barbecue on the terrace, all linens (bed, bath and kitchen) and there is always plenty of tea, Nescafe, orange juice, 1 double packaging toppings (sprinkles, peanut butter, jam, etc. ) and standard brown and white bread.
If you have questions or other needs for your breakfast then you can pass it to me, the price depends on your needs.
Through the wheelhouse you enter. There are windows all around in the wheelhouse which gives you a perfect view and it's a lovely place to sit and enjoy with or without a snack or drink.
The stairs lead you to the middle of the ship with on your right the toilet and on your left the open kitchen. The kitchen is fully equipped including a fridge, freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, pans, crockery, cutlery and sufficient worksheet to prepare a delicious meal.
Between the kitchen and the living room you'll find a cozy dining table.
The living room has a large corner sofa where you can stretch your leggs and just relax and read or watch TV. There are plenty of books and DVDs available.
In the front is the bedroom en suite. Here is a comfortable spring bed of 160 x 200 (2x mattress 80 x 200).
From your bed you can easily get in the bath to slowly wake up or the other way around, you can fall asleep in bed after a relaxing bath.
Along the wall are porcelain buttons with hangers that serve as wardrobe and there are shelves where you can store your clothes.
The entire boat is at your disposal, with 60m2 living space and a terrace on the aft deck with seating and ashore is a terrace with seating and a bbq at your disposal.
If you like we can do the groceries for your bbq at an additional cost depending on your needs.
House rules- Smoking outside only
- Deposit 150 euros in cash on arrival, this will be returned upon departure. If there is any damage this will be deducted from the deposit.
|Weekly rate for up to 2 guests
|Monthly rate for up to 2 guests
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Reviews of this property
Thanks so much for a great stay on the beautiful Annie's boat. Anita and her father are very friendly, welcoming and helpful. We loved the location, the peacefulness of being on the water and all of the little touches left to make you feel welcome.
We will definitely return, and would recommend to anyone.
Very cozy Place close to Amsterdam centre and central station
10 min walk to main station
warm welcome, on the boat you have Anything you Need
We had a very nice stay in Annies boat, it was comfortable and the host very friendly and helpfull. We recommend it!
Emelie & Marcus
It was my wife and I first trip to Amsterdam and we didn't want to opt for the traditional hotel, and decided to pick Annies boat for our stay there, what can I say, the best decision ever as Annies boat has so many Pros over a hotel room.
Anita and her father were very welcoming, the boat was huge and spotlessly clean, there are many generous refreshments laid on to make your stay more enjoyable.
Location of Annies boat is fantastic, far enough away from the hustle and bustle, however close enough to all amenities, there is a fantastic supermarket a stones throw from the boat, and a bus stop right outside that takes you to central station (no 22 bus), just pay as you get on (€2.90 each).
Thanks again Anita and Gijs for making our break in Amsterdam so special, lovely people with a lovely Boat.
Steve and Sally UK.
The boat is perfect, the location is perfect and Anita and Gijs are the perfect hosts. I stayed for a week aboard Annies boat and everything you can think of is provided to make your stay idyllic. The bed is super comfortable, the bath (although I prefer a shower), was very good, plenty of hot water and the heating works very efficiently. The location is ideal being a short walk to central station and the main squares. So close to Artis Zoo, Hortus Botanicus and much more. I shall be booking next years holiday on Annies Boat as soon as I can.
We really enjoyed our stay at Annie´s Boat. We recommend this to anyone who wishes to live a different experience when traveling to Amsterdam. Anita is very kind and helpful! A big thank you to her and her family!
Perfect place! Warm welcome with welcome drink and typical Dutch snacks and candy. Boat was clean, tidy, and well equipped. Easy to find, not far from main attractions and supermarket around the corner. If you seeking for a special overnight in Amsterdam I would definitely recommend Annie's boat!!!
Even when the word - especially from american tourists - is too much used: it was "awesome"! Fine and clean boat, central but out of the tourist tracks located and with a very familiar character. In dutch: uitstekend en gezellig !
I highly recommend Annie's Boat for a stay in Amsterdam. The Boat is very well appointed, comfy bed, plenty of Hot water and good facilities just as described. A good supermarket just around the corner. Quiet location but just a 10 minute walk or couple of minutes on the Bus (No. 22, four an hour) to Central Station
What stood out was the fact that Anita has put a lot of thought into making Annie's Boat a great place to stay and that Gjis made sure we were looked after and well informed.
We had a wonderful stay and can fully recommend this place, first of all because Anita and Gijs are wonderful people and of course because of the quality, the location and the surroundings.
When we are going to visit Amsterdam again, we will think of Annie's Boat first!
Thanks a lot!
Rita & Boris
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At its inception, the Toshiba 55ZL2 was all about one thing: glasses-free 3D. Back in the heady days of 2010 and early 2011, 3D was pretty much all anyone in the AV world was talking about. Despite the fact that consumers remained stubbornly, um, 'non-committal' about the addition of an extra dimension to their TV viewing.
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Given the amount of technical issues involved in getting around using glasses for 3D viewing, Toshiba's speed in getting the technology to market is startling. Yet it's still arguably not happened quite fast enough. For 3D is apparently already plummeting down the list of reasons to buy a new TV. Which brings us to the 55ZL2's rather handy plan B.
Toshiba realised early on that if you wanted to deliver a really satisfactory glasses-free 3D experience, you couldn't get away with just using a normal Full HD-resolution panel. There wouldn't be enough pixels to go round. So the brand took the expensive decision to build its glasses-free 3D debutante with a native 'quad HD' (or near 4k) resolution of 3840x2160 pixels. And ironically it's this ultra-high resolution that's suddenly catching people's eye more than the glasses-free 3D.
It's a royal shame, then, that at the time of writing, the 55ZL2's focus on 3D, and the inclusion of 4K merely as a way of delivering that 3D, appears to have meant that Toshiba hasn't thought seriously enough about how to enable consumers to actually make the most of the 55ZL2's 4k capabilities.
4K how?
During our tests we just couldn't see any way for the 55ZL2 to take in native 4k video sources via any of its standard inputs. Photos are fine; these played back - and looked downright, mind-blowingly spectacular - straight through the set's USB ports. But when it comes to video, even hooking up via HDMI, the 4k-outputting PC we received with Sony's VW1000 failed to get us any 4K action on the 55ZL2. The PC would only register that a 1920x1080 devices was attached to it, not a 4K one. So it wouldn't give us the option to set its output resolution to 4k.
It's possible, we guess, that should some new 4K disc delivery standard be created the Toshiba 55ZL2 might be compatible with that. But all the advice we've received from Toshiba is that the HDMIs will never be able to take 4K video, no matter what the source.
All of which probably has you wondering how the heck we managed to test the 55ZL2's 4K video capabilities for this review. The answer is that Toshiba sent us one of the specially designed 4K server boxes it has developed for dealers who want to show consumers in-store 4K demos. These servers connect to the TV using a chunky digital serial port rather than any standard commercial connection, and seemingly do nothing other than just play the few minutes of 4k showreel they contain. There doesn't seem any way for consumers to get one of these servers for themselves and put other 4K content on it.
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Instead, Gillette has retained his integrity and earned a ton of respect from people who know and love music, and it's been enough for a busy, solid career in folk music, as a singer/songwriter, and a country musician. He grew up in Southern California, in a musical household. His first musical memories were filled with his father, an enthusiastic pianist and singer, doing songs by Hoagy Carmichael, Fats Waller, and Johnny Mercer. And both of his parents and their friends sang at parties, their repertory usually embracing whatever was in Hit Parade, whence he learned songs such as "Down in the Valley" and "Frankie & Johnnie," what passed for folk music in middle-class California households; and when his father picked up on the music of Erroll Garner, it was passed along to the younger Gillette as well. He also had an interest in playing -- according to Gillette, there were always musical instruments around the house -- that manifested itself as early as age eight, when he brought a plastic ukulele to school to perform. It was in high school that he discovered traditional folk music and also got hold of a banjo and Pete Seeger's book on banjo playing. By that time, kids had started to listen to folk music and his desire to be popular with girls further fueled his enthusiasm and steepened his learning curve, so that by the time he graduated he was actually good on the instrument. He played bluegrass with a group on campus at UCLA and picked up on Flatt & Scruggs and Carter Family, and also later switched to the guitar.
Gillette worked as a journalist, encyclopedia salesman, riveter, and doughnut maker, among other jobs, while the folk boom got rolling. He lived in Whittier, CA (renowned -- or infamous -- as the birthplace of President Richard Nixon) and went to Laguna Beach at night to listen to folk music, crossing paths with Linda Albertano and Tom Campbell, both Disneyland employees with a lot more strings to their respective bows. Campbell began writing songs for Gillette and Albertano to perform, and before long the two of them were writing songs as well, often collaborating together in some combination of the three. Their first big success was "Darcy Farrow," authored by Gillette and Campbell in California, which was recorded in 1966 by Ian & Sylvia. The duo was slightly past their biggest years, but still selling well, and it was enough to put both songwriters on the map. Gillette toured as a support act behind the folk/bluegrass duo of Bud & Travis, and with Judy Henske, and songs that he wrote of co-wrote were recorded by Glenn Yarbrough, Carolyn Hester, and others. He eventually made it east, where he got well known enough from reviews, coupled with the growing number of songs that were getting recorded, to draw the interest of Vanguard Records.
His first solo album, recorded in 1967 with Bruce Langhorne, Dick Rosmini, Bill Lee, and Russ Savakus playing on it, and released the same year, was never a huge hit. Gillette's attractive, unabashedly romantic singing was a little bit behind the curve that folk music and folk-rock music had followed since 1964, and there weren't enough teen girls listening to folk music in 1967 to turn him into a star; but it was strong enough musically (especially on the songwriting end) to become a wide cult favorite among folk enthusiasts, and to stay in print and later get reissued on CD.
The 1970s were to be a far busier decade for Gillette as a recording artist, starting with the somewhat more country-flavored Back on the Street Again, recorded for Outpost Records with Emmylou Harris' backing band and Elaine "Spanky" McFarland. His third album, Alone...Direct for Sierra Records, featured -- as its title suggested -- Gillette's voice and guitar. And in 1979, he recorded A Little Warmth for Flying Fish, produced by no less a figure than Graham Nash, at a time when he was still regarded as a major singer/songwriter and recording artist. Nash also played on the album, along with Jennifer Warnes. In more recent years, Gillette has performed and recorded as part of a duet with his wife, Cindy Mangsen -- who plays guitar, banjo, concertina, and dulcimer -- including a well-received concert album in 1991 and two studio albums, The Light of Day (1996) and A Sense of Place (2001). In between, in the midst of that duo activity, in 1992, Gillette cut an album of a dozen of his songs in Nashville with producer Jim Rooney entitled The Ways of the World; and he released a solo album entitled Texas & Tennessee in 1998. He is also the author of the book Songwriting and the Creative Process, and has written songs for various Walt Disney movies and characters. Across the years, the list of artists who have recorded his songs has grown to include Garth Brooks, John Denver, Waylon Jennings, and Kenny Rogers. ~ Bruce Eder
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Home › Forums › Gear Forums › Gear (General) › Should I be carrying more Dead Birds?
Feb 20, 2013 at 10:38 pm #1299518
I know the brand Arcteryx by reputation, but I wanted to get some first-hand experience from the backpackers out there who commit to Arcteryx. From what I can tell, there's people who don't bother with Arcteryx, and there's people who don't bother if it's NOT Arcteryx.
So, for those of you who lay down 50% more clams for dead birds, why? How's the long-term use of your gear? Do you get more mileage per dollar spent?
If it's worth it to me, I'll be patient and save up to buy more Arcteryx stuff, since I'm a bit of a durability nut when I'm not counting ounces.
Looking forward to the discussion! Feel free to hate on the brand here, too. All opinions welcome.Feb 21, 2013 at 12:05 am #1956748
look a each particular item … and pay for that
not for the fancy name or logo … or even the "service" which any MEC/REI/EB/OR/lands end/LL Bean will beat
i own and use some dead birds … almost all of them i got at 50%+ off … i would never pay full price or anywhere near for one
there isnt any thing on this gods green earth that a dead bird (or patagucci, or OR, or MH, etc …) can do that another similar "brand" cant do just as well …
the person is what makes the difference, not the brandFeb 21, 2013 at 3:37 am #1956759
Mark CashmereBPL Member
@tinkrtoyLocale: NEOH
What I find more relevant is the different brands 'fit' based on body type and personal comfort. I have tried some Arcteryx stuff, but I never liked the fit of the items and thus moved them along. MH, Montbell, GoLite tend to be the brands that fit me well. Arc, Pata, not so much. And that could just be the way I like my garments to fit and not so much if they fit, if you get my meaning. It just seems that the garments that stick around my gear list start grouping towards certain manufacturers. So far I haven't found any of brands that were particularly less durable than others (considering the materials used, of course).Feb 21, 2013 at 4:01 am #1956761
Tim DrescherBPL Member
@timdcyLocale: Gore Range
"there isnt any thing on this gods green earth that a dead bird (or patagucci, or OR, or MH, etc …) can do that another similar "brand" cant do just as well …"
I may be the only one, but I have hard time grouping OR in with Pata or Arc-whatever.Feb 21, 2013 at 4:59 am #1956764
Dan DurstonBPL Member
@dandydanLocale: Cascadia
Maybe I'm turned off by the hoards of city slickers in Vancouver wearing the brand, but I think the innovation slowed years ago. They certainly don't help the fashionista vibe with their $165 cotton t-shirts and $695 sport jacket/blazer line (Veilance). So there's still some nice items, but less and less great ones. I see them more focused on meticulously styled gear rather than functional innovation.
I see Arcteryx married to GoreTex when there's better options in the WP/B market. I see them using cheap uretek zips on jackets priced far too high not to have a quality waterproof zip (ie. RiRi Aquazip). Why does the $850 Micon jacket have a low end zipper that's going to leak in a couple years? Why are full length fail-prone zippers being added to their high end backpacks (Naos)?
So Max, you certainly don't need to pay these prices for durability. The correlation between durability and price is very loose if it exists at all.Feb 21, 2013 at 5:17 am #1956768
Nathan WattsBPL Member
I'm a big fan of Arcteryx and own a lot of gear from them, but it seems kind of silly to consider limiting yourself to one brand like that. They're not the best at everything, to be sure. So shop around for something that truly fits your wants and needs rather than just buying Arc's version of it.Feb 21, 2013 at 5:40 am #1956774
David ChenaultSpectator
@davecLocale: The West Slope
The only thing Arc'teryx does better than Rab is pick colors.Feb 21, 2013 at 6:04 am #1956778
Eugene SmithBPL Member
@eugeneiusLocale: Nuevo MexicoFeb 21, 2013 at 6:55 am #1956788
A few things appealed to my common sense already, but the reiteration was nice:
1. Get them on sale- My first Arcteryx piece, a lightweight fleece, was 40% off. It's a very nice fleece.
2. Fit- I expected the large to be too big after seeing some reviews about sizing down, but it actually fits me perfect. After struggling with a Columbia fleece with huge-ass cheap zippers, a rising bottom hem that put cold air down my back, and a cheap-o collapsed collar, this fleece feels like a Rolls Royce.
3. Separating technical garments from fashionable garments. Yup, I can do that.
Any particular Arcteryx items you've been really happy with? How is their SL baselayer?Feb 21, 2013 at 7:19 am #1956799
A WMember
after seeing aaron cross running around in arcteryx gear in 'The Bourne Legacy' I decided to throw away all my Patagonia gear and replace it with arcteryx.
Oddly enough everyone I see at Whole Foods did too.Feb 21, 2013 at 7:30 am #1956803
josh wagnerMember
thanks for the great laugh this morning eugene…Feb 21, 2013 at 7:40 am #1956804
Hilarious Eugene! I love Dumb and Dumber.
The quality of Arcteryx is worlds better than Rab. The zippers are perfect, the stitching is perfect, the fit is perfect for athletic builds. I am not sure what Dave C smoking.The problem is the cost. But like Eric, I find Arcteryx at 25 to 50% off and then can justify the cost.Feb 21, 2013 at 8:48 am #1956840
I may be the only one, but I have hard time grouping OR in with Pata or Arc-whatever.
youre right … OR has superior warranty, they state specifically there are no limits and you can return it even if your dog ate it … which has happen … they cover anything which they made, no matter where you bought it
if you have ever been to a dead bird "factory" sale here, youll find out that they dont cover stuff that they soldFeb 21, 2013 at 9:30 am #1956853
Backcountry.com has a good return policy, so I'll make up for Arcteryx warranties there.
I mean, the fleece I have is pretty flawless. The zippers are awesome, too, so I can't agree with the zipper critique yet. It's almost TOO easy to zip and unzip. Very smooth.
My hardshell is a Gore-Tex Paclite shell from Patagucci, so I don't think I need to replace that anytime soon. Or, at least, I better not. I think Arcteryx's reputation hinges mostly on those hardshells, but the other items I've seen so far all seem good. I would love to know if anyone uses their SL baselayer.Feb 21, 2013 at 9:35 am #1956854
spelt with a tBPL Member
@speltLocale: SW/C PA
Dead bird is one of those brands that seems to me that they could not possibly deliver a product that is worth the prices they ask, even when on sale. I'm with Mark on fit–certain brands fit me better and I'll pay more for those, but there comes a point where the extra $$$ is just going towards the cool chest embroidery…arcter'x seems like one of those. As for durability, I'm still kickin' a pair of $30 LaCrosse boots I bought in a hardware store 15 years ago…there CAN be a correlation between price and durability but I wouldn't spend the money on a pricey item unless that's been proven true (i.e. McHale packs).Feb 21, 2013 at 9:37 am #1956855
Travis LeannaBPL Member
@t-lLocale: Wisconsin
>Dead bird is one of those brands that seems to me that they could not possibly deliver a product that is worth the prices they ask, even when on sale.
I'm not saying their stuff isn't good, but Lord, those prices are ridiculous!Feb 21, 2013 at 9:38 am #1956856
Yeah, the zippers are awesome.
I wore my Atom LT today to work and looking at it with its fleece inner and strategically placed stretch panels, it really is a perfectly made garment. The hood cinches down nicely for use without a helmet and then flowers out to cup a helment when required. Reminds me of the Feathered Friends hoods on their sleeping bags.
Oh, and absolutely no issues with Arcteryx warranty. Eric has a little bit of hate on for them for some reason but they replaced my 8 year old Theta AR when I tore a hole in the back due to a decent ski wipeout into a tree. Once again, they replaced the jacket free.
OR is incredible as well, FWIW.Feb 21, 2013 at 9:41 am #1956858
All I'm looking for is items I can rely on. Minimalist backpacking means everything I carry has a purpose, and if it fails, I could be up a creek. When the entire shoulder seam on my Marmot Super Mica failed at once on a winter trip, I replaced it with Patagonia's super cell jacket, which was substantially burlier.
If I buy an Arcteryx baselayer, I want it to do its job without shredding and pilling under pack straps. If I buy an Arcteryx hat, I want it to last without unraveling (and my Contrail has, so far, but it isn't exactly mind-blowing in terms of quality).
Pants are a huge one. If I step up and put down $150 for pants, they'd better make it over some granite. There's peace of mind in not having to think about my gear when I'm actually in the outdoors. Knowing that I'm guaranteed is a good feeling, like an insurance policy. I'll pay for that rather than being surprised when something cheap DOESN'T crap out.Feb 21, 2013 at 9:42 am #1956859
You can drive a Hyundai Accent or a BMW 335. Both will get you from A to B, but the latter will provide measurable increases in quality and durability. Arcteryx is similar in that you do get a much higher quality and fit and finish than competing brands. However, clothes from competing brands will do the same basic thing. Whether you want to afford it is up to you.
Now where did I put my Cuben underwear?Feb 21, 2013 at 9:46 am #1956862
well i did just meet someone at the crag whose dead bird harness had the lower tie in points wear out quickly again, a common problem on that $$$$$$ harness, i blew out 3 of em in a year and a half myself … i told him to take it back to dead bird
i blew out a dead bird pack in 2 months … doesnt matter how fancy the logo when the sides are 100D and they recommend it for ROCK climbing
dead bird work no better or worse than any other brand in general … you dont see people climbing or doing whatever any harder, longer or stronger in them than without them
if it fits, does what you want, costs what you want, and they take care of you … then go buy it regardless of the name or logo
it certainly isnt the "best", nor does it have the "best" service, etc …
outdoor gear is so good in general that brands are irrelevantFeb 21, 2013 at 9:53 am #1956869
You can drive a Hyundai Accent or a BMW 335. Both will get you from A to B, but the latter will provide measurable increases in quality and durability.
a good civic or corolla will beat the BEEE-MAHHH any day for reliability … and do the same job for MUCH cheaper ;)
just saying =PFeb 21, 2013 at 9:56 am #1956870
"outdoor gear is so good in general that brands are irrelevant"
Interesting and probably true!
I wouldn't get a pack from Arcteryx. or a cotton T-shirt, or a baseball cap. That's where you can tell they're just marketing the brand. Which is alright by me! I mean, if your brand becomes synonymous with status, you have the right to capitalize on it a little. I will stick with what I consider their "specialty," which to me is technical garments with innovative fabrics.Feb 21, 2013 at 9:59 am #1956871
Konrad .BPL Member
I too left Arcteryx for Rab a long time ago…never looked back. Fot the average individual (e.g., Konrad1013 not Conrad Anker) Rab gear is durable, the cut is great, the fabric technology is superior…and the price point is better (not taking into account sale prices)
I don't agree that Arcteryx gear is bomb proof and justifies their high price. This exact problem happened to me and many many other users out there:
Mind you, this was on their top of the line $600 Alpha SV jacket. Why they decided to laminate the hem and not just stitch it like every other company is beyond me. You know how there's stupid light? This is an example of stupid innovation.
Arcteryx Warranty is a pain in the ass. If you live in the US, you have to ship it to Washington, where it gets picked up by a contractor, then transported to Canada, where Arcteryx in their sole discretion will decide to replace or repair. O yeah, then there's the 6 week wait time if you're doing the warranty in their winter busy season.
OR warranty is miles ahead. This is a typical OR warranty issue:
Me: Hi, I blew out the stitching on my XYZ (this has happened to me twice)
OR: Ok no problem we are sending a replacement pair to you in the mail tomorrow. Just return your old pair when you get the chance
Me: Thanks, bye.
Quite frankly, I'm surprised people don't try to rip them off more. I always wait for my replacement pair before sending back my busted pair. I doubt they would follow up with me if I never sent back the duds.Feb 21, 2013 at 10:00 am #1956872
Nathan WattsBPL Member
"I wouldn't get a pack from Arcteryx…..That's where you can tell they're just marketing the brand."
Interesting you say that, yet you just bought a fleece from their casual line.
As for the base layers you're asking about – if you mean the Phase line: yes the SL is a great material. Super lightweight and really pulls the sweat off of you and distributes it throughout the fabric quite well to evaporate off. I've got a phase AR hoody as well that is super nice.Feb 21, 2013 at 10:05 am #1956873
Joe SMember
I picked up some Phase base layers on huge discount from BC, and a fleece. Could not be happier. The base layers are super warm for their weight, and very comfortable. The fleece is bomb proof. Can't bring myself to pay full price, though.
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No because not saying he's an innocent bystander means you're saying he's a murderer or an accomplice. If you're seriously trying to be "technical" about it by saying oh technically he wasn't an innocent bystander cause of the lesser charge then we're done here cause then you're just trying to nitpick the whole thing. You say he didn't do it but then bring up all this other stuff about it. I'm sorry if he wasn't an angel.
I should also mention that the limo had 11 other passengers. Not to mention the limo driver was watching Lewis the whole time and never saw him even hit anyone let alone commit double murder. Gun shots were fired AT the limo. I'm not surprised the limo had blood. So if he did it then who the hell was shooting at him?
If the guy isn't an innocent bystander then he's a guilty bystander. Yet you say he didn't do it. Coming off as a guy whose saying he didn't do it but then constantly teasing it as if he did do it is way more annoying then anything I said cause it comes as trying to flame something. We're not talking about whether or not he's an innocent bystander for something irelevant like a lesser charge. We're talking about whether he did or not. You know what's more annoying? Trying to figure out why a guy keeps bringing up "innocent bystander" then realizing he's not talking about the actual point of this and trying to change the subject from "did he do it?" to "is he an angel?"
Was it really that hard to finally say "I don't think he did" instead of using this innocent bystander jargon?
If you don't think he did it then why are you coming off as if he did? And race being mentioned is a big deal seeing as Lewis has been working in humanitarian groups and charity and yet people still talk about this. Point is if Drew Brees or tebow were in the same situation as Lewis there would by less hate and you know that.


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As USC freshman quarterback Max Wittek took the majority of snaps for Saturday's practice, it raises questions about whether senior Matt Barkley even plays in the Sun Bowl.
Barkley sprained his shoulder against UCLA last month and is still unable to practice. If he wants to play in the Senior Bowl for NFL teams, rushing back next week might hinder his draft preparations.
Barkley attended Saturday's practice but threw only a few left-handed passes. If he does play against Georgia Tech in the Sun Bowl, it deprives Wittek of a second college start before next season.
"We're going to look at it when we get down there and see if (Barkley) can practice," Kiffin said Saturday. "The one positive about (Barkley) not being here is (Wittek and Cody Kessler) get more reps. It's gonna help both of them."
Final Los Angeles practice
This was the last practice at Howard Jones Field for USC's seniors. Kiffin let the team practice without pads as a reward when senior safety T.J. McDonald threw a football through the uprights of a goal post from 50 yards away.
"They've been through a lot," Kiffin said. "I can't imagine a group of seniors that has been through so many ups and downs. It's a little bit sad that it's their last practice here. They are going to go off into the real world and represent us really well."
Georgia Tech challenges
Kiffin said the New Year's Eve date of the Sun Bowl gives the Trojans extra time to prepare for the flexbone offense, which is a version of the wing-T and employs a running back and two slotbacks.
"We find ourselves more than ever having to coach our scout team," Kiffin said.
USC is using former SMU cornerback Robert Mojica as the scout-team quarterback during bowl practices.
"Any time you're really good at the option (like Georgia Tech), you know what to do when things go wrong," Kiffin said. "They know it so well, as soon as you make adjustments, they know exactly what to do.
"They do throw the ball once in a while."
Redd mulling options
Tailback Silas Redd said he is "leaning" toward returning next season.
"We'll see after the bowl game," Redd said.
Redd was bothered by a sprained ankle at the end of the regular season but said he is OK for the Sun Bowl.
Holiday itinerary
USC's players attended Friday night's Clippers game after eating dinner at Kiffin's house. The team is now off for Christmas and will fly to El Paso on Wednesday.
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Prime Pork Loin Dinner slated Sept. 28 at Pine River United Methodist Church
The annual Prime Pork Loin Dinner will be served from 4:30-7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, at Pine River United Methodist Church.
Tickets will be available at the door. Price is $9 for adults and free for children ages 12 and younger.
The dinner will be served at your table and will begin with a romaine salad with cranberries and nuts, followed by slow roasted pork loin, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, apple rings and, finally, dessert from the Ladies of the Church Special Dessert Buffet.
The members and friends of the church prepare the dinner each year.
The church is three blocks east of the Highway 371 stoplight on Barclay Avenue in Pine River.


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I must be an stone-age, old fart because I am not at all intrigued by this thing everyone is calling the "social media."
I have been told numerous times that I could market more honey and connect with more bee suppliers and nuc customers if I joined FACEBOOK.
My college-aged son, however, says there is no way he's going to "friend" me. He says I don't need it. To me it sounds like a spamming your friends.
Has anyone found any value to this social media? How did it help you? How did you use it?
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Story highlights
- At 333 meters long, it is Europe's equal biggest cruise ship
- The 'Allure of the Seas' at 362 meters is the world's biggest
- MSC Preziosa's first official cruise will start March 24
Europe's largest cruise ship, the MSC Preziosa, set sail on its maiden voyage from the western France port of Saint Nazaire on Thursday.
The ship actually holds the title jointly with its sister ship the MSC Divina, which first set sail in May of 2012. Both measure 333 meters long by 38 meters wide and can hold 4,345 passengers. The mega-ships each weigh 140,000 tons and can travel at speeds of up to 23 knots.
Swiss-Italian cruise operator MSC Cruises says the ship has 30,000 square meters of public area, including pools, a casino and a theater.
The boat is the 12th in MSC's fleet, making it the world's third biggest cruise line, according to company CEO Pierfrancesco Vago.
The ship has quite the interesting back story. According to various reports, a shipping firm in Libya originally ordered it.
But payments were halted in the wake of the Libyan revolution in 2011.
MSC Cruises stepped in and purchased the already-in-progress ship from builder STX France.
The luxury cruise ship is now on its pre-inaugural 9-day/8-night cruise from Saint Nazaire, that will end in Genoa, Italy on Friday, March 22. There a christening ceremony will take place before it departs on March 24 on its first official cruise.
The five-night voyage begins in Genoa and includes stops in Naples, Messina, Tunis and Barcelona.


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can anybody tell me who makes high quality helmet kits? I'm kinda new here and not familiar with all the members and the quality of their work. (even though everybody I've seen so far has amazing artistic abilities haha) Thanks!
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can anybody tell me who makes high quality helmet kits? I'm kinda new here and not familiar with all the members and the quality of their work. (even though everybody I've seen so far has amazing artistic abilities haha) Thanks!
dont know if id get that...look at the warped visor...ick...
Yeah not too crazy about the dent in the helmet either...not that accurate.
No posting of live auctions on the forum.
That's a no-no
I would suggest the MR helmet myself
Low price if you factor in getting a raw helmet painted by someone
sorry about that, I'll delete the link from the thread. But the Mr helmet? How is the SgtFang/Mystery Helmet, TK 409 reccomends it and I know where I can get it cheap
I definitley wouldn't buy that ebay helmet. I just got an MR that was displayed only for $300. Keep your eyes open and you'll find them. Recently a place in So Cal has auctions for a non-signature helmets that run about $320-$375.
I honestly recommend the FettPride helmet above everyone else. It has the strongest helmet out there, cleanest cast, and sharpest details.
BobaMaker is a good alternative though.
How much do FettPride helmets cost?
After working on his bucket I gotta say FP is the man.Cleanest lid I ever dealt with.
Guess I'll pm him. My budget is a little tight, tho...if that doesn't work out i'll probably go with the mystery helmet.
the mystery helmet is really good. it takes a lot more clean up work than the fettpride or bobamaker, but it's the cheapest by far. the master replicas is a great lid... one of the nice things about is is that for the $300 - $400 you get not just a painted helmet, but aluminum ear caps, moving aluminum rf stalk and range finder lights.
seeing as machined aluminum ears and stalk go for $200+ on their own and you'd pay $30ish i think for a light kit, that makes for a REALLY good value.
the visor area has a pinch at the bottom, but its an easy fix.
and you can always strip the paint and redo it if you aren't fond of the paint job.
fettpride helmets rock i'll agree, but you do get what you pay for with private makers.
cleaner helmets are going to be more expensive.
are you planning to paint it yourself? if not take into account how much a paint job will cost too.
The MR is a great helmet that only needs some visor correct in order to be troopable.
you also have a fiberglass bucket with aluminum parts and lights.
hard to beat that for the price range. just trying to make realistic feedback for you
Does anybody here have a MR helmet? If not, where could I get one?
MR helmet all the way... I got super lucky and won a BRAND NEW IN THE BOX MR SE Boba for $300. Super lucky. LED range finder works... Great helmet. check Ebay periodically, or go straight to AMAZON
If TerminalFettler still makes them, his helmets are BEAUTIFUL. I personally own one and it is top knotch. FettPride is as equally awesome in my opinion. BobaMaker is also another nice option.
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FP is the man. 'Nuff said.
i would go with the MR one myself, looks good and like already said to have a raw cast preped and painted would cost as much if not more.


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so cute:elf1: I saw that elf in Marks and Spencer shop along with other decorations, they're so beautiful but very expensive.
That's so cute Christmas_mama :xmascandycane:
Ah, the Elf on the shelf, lol. Last year, almost to the day, I told a story about "Emanual" -- my Girlfriend's little Brother's Elf. I'll retell it:
I am not really sure which thread this post should reside but "Decorations" seemed like an appropriate topic.
Not to bore everyone with the details, my girlfriends sister is getting Married at the end of the month and her their little brother, Tommy, was in need of a new suit to wear. Tommy looks up to me and my girlfriends mother asked me if I would take him to look for one last night. So we both set out into the night on a quest for a little man suit.
Anyways, I used most of the time driving to fill his little 6 year old brain with propaganda about the New York Jets (the American football team) as he comes from a strictly New York Giants football family (Cross town rivals-- my girlfriend included )
While we are driving to the store I start asking him what he wants from Santa this year and he runs a couple things off that I have saved to memory. But then goes on to tell me that he doesn't know if Santa is going to be coming or not? And "Emanual" is always watching him.
Instantly, given this day and age, I fear this is something not so innocent (I need to stop watching those predator shows on MSNBC!!) and think he is talking about Emanuel their landscaper whom I recommended for the job.
So I asked, "The guy that takes care of mommy's flowers?" and he says, 'No the elf that is in the living room" At this point I am just full on confused. It turns out that "Emanuel" is what is called "The Elf on the Shelf" -- a toy or decoration for children -- who is something like a Spy for Santa.
He comes with a story and the kids name him (apparently after the Landscaper) then at night he returns to the north pole to report on the child or children's activities to Santa. Each morning during the Christmas season the Elf is 'miraculously' at another part of the house checking up the children to see if they are naughty or nice.
Tommy is down right frightened of him! Looking at it, this doll does have a stranger expression which seems kinda creepy and beings that he travels all around the house a night may be something of little kids nightmares.
Long story short, I told Tommy that he has nothing to be afraid of and "Emanual" used to come to my house when I was a kid too. Then I said I will talk to Santa tonight and tell him that "Emanuel" should be more friendly.
Coincidentally, on the way home I bought a butterfinger candy bar that "Emanual" will 'bring' back from the north pole tomorrow morning as a show of good faith.
Thankfully he is not frightened of the elf anymore.
Cute story Fezziwig
Absolutely Adorable :snowman:
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Reading Your Search Results: Article Databases
So far you have learned how to locate a book you want on the library shelves. What if your project also requires scholarly articles?
When you search article databases, your results list contains citations to a variety of information sources. Depending on the database, you might also find citations to book chapters or to books. Below is an excerpt of search results in PsycINFO. Note the different types of information sources that appear.


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[quote user="bansaw"]LOL at Sarah Palins son in laws mom. LOL
I still can't believe the Republican party were so spur of the moment picking her. What a mess. Thank goodness they didn't get in.
McCain totally screwed the pooch picking her.......he gambled...and lost.
Seriously...can you imagine if she was the VP....oh my lord....
That cowboys game was fun yesterday! Then they had that lame ceremony after...lol


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Building Core Strength with Yoga
ACE Fit Share
Manufacturer: Bender Ball
Price Range: $30.00 - $40.00
According to the manufacturer, this ball puts you in the perfect position to for a core workout that is up to 408% more effective than traditional crunches. The exercises demonstrated on the DVDs are designed to sculpt beautiful abs fast, targeting the upper core, side obliques, and lower abs and also strengthening the back.
Bender ball (which measures 6-9 inches in diameter); The Bender Method of Core Training DVD; The Bender Method for a Strong Healthy Back DVD; The Bender Method of Selective Core Training.
The Bender Ball has become an increasingly popular As Seen on TV feature as individuals seek new and effective ways to strengthen and tone their midsections. With the promise of sculpting beautiful abs fast many consumers wonder if this small ball can really provide the big results they desire.
To evaluate the effectiveness of this portable, easy to use piece of equipment we reviewed three of the Bender Ball DVDs. The first DVD, The Bender Method of Core Training, provides a great introduction to using the Bender Ball, including instructions on how to properly inflate the ball, the importance of breathing throughout the exercises and also provides options on how to increase intensity, which essentially involves lowering back further on to the ball during each exercise. This video goes on to then provide three workouts, as well as demonstrations within each level of how to modify as needed. The Level 1 workout was relatively basic, but serves a great introduction to core training for those who are newer to exercise. Level 2 goes on to incorporate more Pilates type exercises, which provides a refreshing new spin on core training for those who are looking to change up their routine. Finally, Level 3 bumps up the intensity of each exercise resulting in an overall challenging and effective workout which is great for those who are looking to take their core training to the next level.
The second DVD, The Bender Method of Selective Core Training, did provide some variations as to how to modify the exercises as well as how to make them more challenging, but overall the exercises provided in this DVD were relatively basic in nature, some of which would be just as effective with or without the use of the ball.
The third DVD, The Bender Method for a Strong Healthy Back, begins with an introduction on the importance of training the back, which is a key component to ensuring a well-rounded core training program. The workout itself goes on to provide a variety of strengthening and stretching exercises for the back and touches on the importance of alignment, however overall the video left a little something more to be desired.
In all three videos, Leslee does a nice job showcasing the versatility of the Bender Ball and providing a variety of options and continued motivation to ensure the effectiveness of each exercise for varied participant ability levels. She infuses a bit of humor with quality instructions, making the workouts fun and easy to follow.
Overall, using the Bender Ball did provide a new challenge to some traditional abdominal exercises (you'll feel it the next day); however, the product itself is nothing entirely new. Many other fitness equipment manufacturers sell the same product, known more commonly as a sponge ball. What does make the Bender Ball and sponge balls alike more effective than just simply using another prop, such as a towel or a pillow, is that the ball provides an unstable training surface, requiring increased activation of the muscles of the core. In addition, the material that the ball is made out of enables it to stay properly in place throughout the duration of the exercise.
Bottom line - The Bender Ball serves as another piece in your fitness toolbox that can add variety and challenge to core training.
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Find the best hotels in Palm Springs with Expedia.com. We have it all: book your cheap flights and choose from cheap hotel deals or top Palm Springs resorts. With a number of Palm Springs hotel deals available, your vacation to this great destination can be affordable. Hotels in Palm Springs, CA run the gamut of luxury, from boutique hotels and small hotels to those larger and luxurious choices; all will give you a restful place to return to after an exciting day of golfing, mountain viewing or gallery hopping.
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st: RE: RE: -impute- variable creates only type 'float'
Tue, 15 Jul 2008 16:16:24 -0700 (PDT)
Dear Bret and Maarten,
Indeed, it looks like both -hotdeck- and -ice- don't have the format-type problem that I highlighted with regard to -impute-. At the same time, substance-related merits and demerits of the three commands aside, it would have been nice to know if indeed I was right that -impute- doesn't allow creating the imputed variables in 'double' instead of 'float'.
So far apparently no "defender" of -impute- stood up to comment on this--I would still appreciate any remarks on this issue if anyone can confirm or otherwise correct my finding with regard to format type of -impute-, which apparently to-date is the only of the 3 that is an official stata command for imputing missing values.
Just a brief aside: Looks like hotdeck is doing a few strange things given the way the programme was coded. E.g. it generates the new stata dataset as "filename.dta1" instead of "filename.dta". To see this concretely, do this:
.. webuse abdata
.. hotdeck nL1 w k using my_imputed.dta, store
DELETING all matrices....
Table of the Missing data patterns
* signifies missing and - is not missing
Varlist order: nL1 w k
pattern | Freq. Percent Cum.
*-- | 140 13.58 13.58
--- | 891 86.42 100.00
Total | 1,031 100.00
WARNING: When the <command> option is not selected
then no analysis is performed on the imputed datasets
.. use my_imputed.dta, clear
file my_imputed.dta not found
.. use my_imputed.dta1, clear
.. d
Contains data from my_imputed.dta1
obs: 1,031
vars: 3 15 Jul 2008 19:10
size: 16,496 (99.8% of memory free)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------- storage display value
variable name type format label variable label
---------------------------------------------------------------------------w float %9.0g
k float %9.0g
nL1 float %9.0g
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Hereditary amyloidosis is a condition in which abnormal protein deposits (called amyloid) form in almost every tissue in the body, usually the heart, kidneys, and nervous system. These protein deposits damage the tissues and interfere with how organs work.
Amyloidosis - hereditary; Familial amyloidosis
Hereditary amyloidosis is passed down from parents to their children (inherited). For more information see: Primary amyloidosis.
Other types of amyloidosis are not inherited. They include:
For further information, see the specific type:
A liver treatment may be helpful. Talk to your doctor or nurse about your treatment options.
Gertz MA. Amyloidosis. In: Goldman L, Schafer AI, eds. Cecil Medicine. 24th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2011:chap 194.


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not, knowing how, to, use commas, properly, usually the result of drinking starting in middle, school, non,stop through hi,gh,scho,ol.
Most public re-education centers encourage Homecoming hammed as there is no educating happening only obedience training and progressive brainwashing of communist core (mislabeled commoncore).
by drunkiness May 26, 2013
The vengeful act of crapping on a lover's chest while they sleep.Buy the plush


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Gwinn, Michigan
Lawn Care Gwinn: Why You Need It
Maintaining the health of your lawn is an important aspect of caring for your home. Not only does frequent maintenance boost curb appeal, but it can also prevent structural damages caused by water and pests. In keeping the grass trim, soil healthy, and edges neat, good lawn care adds lasting value to your property and to the neighborhood.
Since new problems can surface every season, it's important to regularly perform lawn care. Hiring a professional lawn care service in Gwinn can be worthwhile, especially with all the tools, products, and equipment needed to keep lawns in good condition. This way, you'll achieve a refreshed appearance for your lawn and more time to enjoy a healthy lawn year-round. Here is more information about common lawn care practices:
Mowing— One of the most common lawn care mistakes is mowing at the incorrect height. Depending on the season and climate, different grass types will vary in mowing schedules. Cutting one's lawn too short may lead to scalping, which can destroy the roots and stems. To prevent lawn damage, it's important to mow the lawn according to the recommended height for the grass type.
Watering— Plants need water to thrive. However, overwatering can damage your lawn by causing it to grow shallower roots. This causes lawns to become more susceptible to weeds and diseases, leading to widespread lawn damage. At the same time, it's also important to water when necessary, especially during periods of drought. For most lawns, it is more beneficial to water lawns deeply and infrequently rather than flooding the soil at once.
Fertilizing— Fertilization is another key practice in growing strong, healthy grass. There are a number of factors to consider when fertilizing, including climate, grass type, and the type of fertilizer. Fertilizers can be made from organic materials, like food compost and grass clippings or synthetic material containing nitrogen, potassium, or phosphorus. Keep in mind that adding more fertilizer does not necessarily accelerate the growth of your lawn. This is a common mistake that should be avoided.
Aerating— Although this technique is commonly used to remedy compacted lawns, it can also benefit healthy lawns. By breaking up the soil, aeration allows for oxygen, water, and nutrients to flow more easily. Regions with heavy rainfall and lawns that receive heavy foot traffic are more likely to need aeration.
Lawn Care in the Midwest
When practicing lawn care, it's important to stay mindful of the current season and your lawn's grass type. For most homes in Gwinn, lawn care is dominated by cool-season grass maintenance. With sweltering summers and deep freezes in the winter, taking care of a lawn in the Midwest is a year-round task. These are some of the most common grass types in the Midwest:
To build and maintain a healthy lawn, a combined schedule of watering, fertilizing, weed control, and general maintenance is required.
- Kentucky bluegrass
- Fescue
In the spring, flooding poses a major disaster in the Midwest. Watering should be consistently monitored to make sure the soil doesn't become oversaturated and ruin the lawn.
Check your lawn mower to make sure all the parts are functioning; Midwestern lawns generally experience heavy mowing throughout the summer. To do this, you may need to prepare for reconnecting the spark plugs, changing the oil filter, replacing engine stabilizer, and filling the gas tank.
Dethatching should also be part of lawn care in the spring. Use a dethatching rake or power dethatcher to remedy the problem.
Keeping the lawn hydrated over the summer can be an issue in the Midwest, as temperatures can range in the extreme highs. Crabgrass, a summertime weed, can become an issue with the lack of moisture. To keep weeds at bay, install irrigation systems that consistently water the lawn, especially during periods of drought. For weeds that have already sprouted, use a post-emergent herbicide.
If you plan on using fertilizer, use a slow-release brand for summers. Slow-release fertilizer releases essential nutrients steadily over time.
Fill in any bare or damaged spots on the lawn by overseeding.
Sometimes, it helps to let your lawn go dormant during drought. Although dormant lawns don't require as much attention as active lawns, it's still necessary to water at least once per week.
During periods of drought, set the lawn mower blades slightly higher to prevent cutting too much of the grass. Grass that is longer is better able to handle droughts.
Cut the grass to a medium height so that it doesn't become weighed down by the snow in the winter. Grass that gets matted is more likely to attract mold from the snow.
Take advantage of the last bit of warmth for the year to apply a pre-emergent herbicide.
If you keep lawn care products in a special chemical cabinet, use this time to organize them. Review the package information and throw away anything that has already expired or is set to expire in the winter.
Mowing should still be done on a regular basis, although not as frequently.
During the winter, avoid placing foot traffic on the lawn as much as possible. Any pressure placed on frozen grass can lead to severe damages.
If you plan on using snow melting chemicals around your driveway or sidewalk, shovel the area carefully before applying. This keeps chemicals from running off into your lawn.
As the temperatures drop, drain the irrigation and sprinkler systems to prevent a buildup of frozen water.
Take advantage of the downtime to service your lawn more. Replace the blades, install new filters, and purchase new spark plugs so that you save time when spring rolls around.
Take a break in December from lawn care, as snow is heavy and lawn care is impractical.
Get Professional Lawn Care Today!
Planting and maintaining a lawn can be a rewarding experience; however, constant upkeep can be challenging. On top of other household priorities, lawn care can easily go from being a simple side project to an overwhelming task. As a result, your lawn may begin to deteriorate, causing your property to lose value and fall into disrepair.
To prevent this from happening, seek help from a Gwinn lawn service company that is better equipped to tend to your lawn's specific needs. Hiring a professional lawn care service in Gwinn not only saves time, but also helps you achieve a beautiful lawn more efficiently. More importantly, it saves you from spending money on costly damages. Reach out to a lawn expert today who knows how to make your Gwinn lawn grow to its fullest potential – call or sign up today!


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acting like a man/woman on a mission to seek out a person(s) who is DTF. a person behaving this way will not limit themselves to just one person per instance and therefore is somewhat of a whore - that everybody seems to know in one way or another.
i can't talk right now i'm on some alfie behaviour i'll call you back later. too many fish in the sea.
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Harold Meyerson of the Washington Post has a clear-eyed take on the political skullduggery that Olympia Snowe and Susan Collins have been engaged in, trying to play both sides of their "moderate Republican" position in an increasingly extreme political age. Of course, Phoenix readers know exactly how "moderate" they are, having voted with George W. Bush on nearly every major issue during his presidency.
And now they're trying to blame their own political cowardice on the Democrats. Good luck with that.