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Where to buy lockpicking tools ?
( Yes, i know google is my friend, i'm just looking for something better )
( And don't worry, I don't want to break in anything, i just want to do some home practice )
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The Southwest District Livestock Show and Rodeo is back in the Lake Area for it's 75th year. This year's theme is "75 Years and Takin' it up a Notch."
Nancy McClusky, sponsorship coordinator, said this year's rodeo is unique because it's also McNeese State University's 75th anniversary.
"We are tieing that together somewhat," McClusky said. "Saturday night we're inducting three McNeese rodeo members into the hall of fame."
Nelson Spotts, Donace "Donnie" Matheson and the late Fred "Wayne" Foster will be inducted at 8 p.m. Saturday at Burton Coliseum.
McClusky said events such as autograph signings have been going on throughout the week, and the livestock show began Wednesday. "We are also having a hall of fame production for 4-H. Miss Rodeo America, Paige Nicholson, will be here. And Buck Taylor, who was on 'Gunsmoke' and is also an artist, will be here Thursday and will be the grand marshal of the parade that day."
According to McClusky there will be four rodeo performances: at 7:30 p.m. today and Friday and at 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday. John Harrison will be the specialty act, she said, and is expected to put on a good show. "He is a funny man," she said.
McClusky said the Stickhorse Rodeo — for children up to age 7 — will be at 11 a.m. Saturday and is always a family favorite. No rodeo experience is required, she said, and stickhorses will be provided if needed.
"I encourage everyone to come out and enjoy a good time," McClusky said. "Rodeo is a great family event. There will be something for everyone."
Tickets are available at the Burton box office, Boot Barn, Cotten's and Patton's. Prices are $14-$22, and children age 3 and under will be admitted for free.
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UTSA College of Business Briefcase Brigade 2009
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COB Briefcase Brigade wins first prize in parade
By Wendy Frost
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(May 5, 2009)--For the second straight year, the UTSA College of Business Briefcase Brigade won first place in the amusements category in the Battle of Flowers parade in April. The parade through downtown San Antonio is part of the annual Fiesta San Antonio celebration.
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Comprised of business faculty, staff and students, the brigade performed a "precision" briefcase dance routine to the ZZ Top song, "La Grange." In support of the UTSA Roadrunners, the college's entry also featured a large Roadrunner mascot. The group was led by Jemina Brown, assistant director of student services in the College of Business.
"We are excited that we could represent UTSA in this historic San Antonio parade," said Dean Lynda de la Viña. "It was an honor to win for the second year in a row, and it was even more important that we could do our part to spread the mission of the College of Business and UTSA."
Student participants were Cristy Borman, Cisco Cantu, Rachel Danley, Alfredo Garcia, Juan Gomez, Miguel Hinojosa, Emily Jones, Juan Antonio Ligero, Xueye Ma, Aday Magec, Erica McDonald, Jose Munoz, Nicole Munoz and Ivan Trujillo.
Faculty participants were Lynda de la Viña, Julie Dahlquist, Keith Fairchild, Dan Hollas, Dennis Lopez, Lisa Montoya, John Wald and Karen Williams.
Staff participants were Maureen Bird, Jemina Brown, Claudia Dawdy, Hope DeLeon, Wendy Frost, Barbara Jackson, Deryl Martin, Elaine Miller, Melissa Ozuna, Araceli Pacheco, Kathy Pope, Judy Quiroz, Issis Vela-Fox and Sandy Wenzel.


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According to South Carolina RB Marcus Lattimore, the Rams, Patriots, Eagles, and 49ers have shown the most interest in his services.
Arizona State senior WR Ellis Jefferson transferred to Houston as a graduate.
The alleged victim of Tennessee redshirt senior WR Josh Smith, who was arrested and charged with domestic assault earlier this month, is seeking damages of $875,000.
Alabama senior CB Tony Brown qualified for the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships in the 100-meter dash.
Alex Wilcox of WNDU-TV reports that transferring Notre Dame senior QB Malik Zaire has chosen Florida and is waiting for the SEC to change its graduate transfer restrictions.
Texas sophomore DT Jordan Elliott transferred to Missouri.
Florida State received a verbal commitment from four-star 2018 LB Amari Gainer.
Nebraska junior WR Stanley Morgan's felony marijuana charge has been dropped to a misdemeanor.
LSU DC Dave Aranda said that the coaching staff will try to clarify the playing future of junior edge rusher Arden Key when they meet next week.
Northwestern junior WR Solomon Vault is expected to miss the 2017 season after undergoing lower-body surgery.
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UTSA hosts African-American studies symposium
By Ashley Harris
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(April 3, 2008)--The UTSA College of Education and Human Development will host the inaugural African-American Studies Symposium from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday, April 4 in the University Center Denman Room (2.01.28) on the 1604 Campus. Free and open to the public, the symposium will feature speakers from across the country, who will discuss the roles of African-Americans in higher education, the business community as well as arts and literature.
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Speakers at the event will include: Kinitra Brooks (University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill), Rosheila Motley (National Association of Black Accountants), DoVeanna S. Fulton (University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa), and Kevin Cokley (UT-Austin). Topics and panel discussions will include: Black Education, Pedagogy and Multiculturalism; Teaching the History of Blacks in Film at a Southern, Christian University; and The Role of Racial Identity, Academic Self-Concept and Self-Esteem in the Prediction of Academic Outcomes for African-American Students.
Kelly Rodgers, UTSA assistant professor of counseling, educational psychology and adult and higher education; Natasha Burns, UTSA assistant professor of finance; Howard Smith, UTSA associate professor of bicultural-bilingual studies; and Sonja Lanehart, UTSA professor and holder of the Brackenridge Endowed Chair in Literature and the Humanities, will serve as moderators for the event.
For more information or to register for the symposium, contact Lenora Perry Samaniego at (210) 458-4376.


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Last year, in an episode called "Heroes on Both Sides," Ahsoka Tano learned that not all of the Separatists are motivated by evil. That realization even coincided with a change in how she was drawn, such that she looked more mature.
In this week's episode, "A Friend in Need," Ahsoka is reunited with Lux Bonteri, the Separatist who shaped her thinking last year. This time, however, he's aligned himself with the Mandalorian Death Watch cult — suggesting that he might not have been that heroic after all.
It must be said that the Mandalorians have great voice talent: Jon Favreau reprises his role as Pre Vizla, and Katee Sackhoff (Kara 'Starbuck' Thrace from Battlestar Galactica) debuts as Bo-Katan.
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Happy Comic Release Day! Welcome to another installment of GeekMom Comic Book Corner, where we recap our adventures in comics for the week.
Dakster Sullivan – Superman Family Adventures #3
Superman Family Adventures is the newest series from the creators of Tiny Titans, Art Baltazar and Franco Aureliani. With special apperances from the Tiny Titans and the Super-Pets, this is a great series for kids. In Superman Family Adventures #3, Jimmy Olsen accidentally calls the Super-Pets for help and Superman pulls a few fast ones on Lois Lane.
Jimmy Olsen's story is the first up and it's pretty funny. While bragging to his friends about knowing Superman, he uses his special watch to prove it. Instead of getting Superman, Beppo the Monkey from the Super-Pets shows up. His friends all get a good laugh, while Jimmy tries to figure out what went wrong. After a series of funny events, we get to see the entire Super-Pets team come in to save the day. There's also a short skit with Krypto and Fuzzy, which explains why Superman's suit has changed in the New 52.
Later, Clark tries to throw Lois off his trail of being Superman and calls for code "Pink." Superboy and Supergirl both inadvertently send a Superman robot to Clark's position to throw Lois off his scent. The end result is pretty funny.
This is one of the comic books I love to read when I'm having a rough day at work. It's light, funny and has all of my favorite Superman characters. My son can read it on his own and enjoys sneaking it under the covers to read at night when he is supposed to be asleep. The special appearances by the Tiny Titans and Super Pets make me feel like their story never really ended, it just got bigger in Superman Family Adventures.
You can purchase Superman Family Adventures on Comixology or check your local comic book store. I highly recommend this series for any age.
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Watch the Warriors Make History Tuesday Night
Original post made by Nostradamus, Midtown, on May 1, 2007
I'm not a huge basketball fan, but I've been watching this series and it is the most entertaining basketball I've ever seen. Don't miss game 5 tonight!
- Dirk "Frankenstein" Nowitski will be revealed for the choker/stiff that he really is!
- Baron Davis will put the finishing touches on one of the greatest performances in NBA post-season history!
- Don Nelson will cement his reputation as the best coach of our era!
- Yoriko Kishimoto will pose for a global warming photo op at halftime (not)!
All this will come to pass.
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a resident of Crescent Park
on May 2, 2007 at 2:05 pm
I guess we'll have to wait until Thursday night for some history. Nice comeback from 21 points down last night though.
Go Warriors!
a resident of Crescent Park
on May 2, 2007 at 5:04 pm
A team that leads by 9 points with 3 minutes left in the game and allows its opponent to go on a 15 to 0 run is not going to make history but is going to lose the series 4:3, sadly.
a resident of Duveneck/St. Francis
on May 3, 2007 at 7:31 am
sarlat, did you have to rain on the parade? such realism is not appropriate in this case....
seriously, don't believe the hype....the nba is very soft these days.....lots of weak teams.....
that's why dallas won so many games......beating weak eastern foes....powerhouses like
indiana, philly, boston, and so on.
Don Nelson, greatest coach of our times.....pure bs......has he ever won a title?
I love Nellie to, but let's be real....ever heard of phil jackson?
don't let those giddy feelings make you lose sight of reality.
Dirk choking? Is that what you call it when a player makes two critical three pointers
in the final moments of a close game, a game that his teams wins?
Give us a break! That is big time basketball shooting, in case you forgot!
Love to see you do the same.....doubt you'd hit the rim, bro!
and your cheap dig at the mayor makes you look like an idiot!
a resident of Midtown
on May 4, 2007 at 1:53 am
Stilt, your arguments have wilted and my prediction has indeed come to pass. And I call going 2 for 13 a major chokefest by the Dirkster.
[Portion removed by Palo Alto Online staff.] I recommend the book "Eats, Shoots and Leaves" by Lynne Truss.
a resident of Charleston Gardens
on May 4, 2007 at 1:17 pm
[Portion removed by Palo Alto Online staff.]
i never said anything about winning or losing
just that dallas was overrated, and the warriors
were beneficiaries of a weak league, that's all....
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i am quite elated in the warriors victory
we have that in common....
and i do love nellie,
just find it hard to say he's the greatest coach quite yet without
having any rings on the finger (not as a player)
and dirk did come through the other night,
although the scoring has been down,
and he is perhaps overrated too.....
don't need to call him names though....
that's for little kids bro....
still think you couldn't hit the rim from the arc under pressure
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David West (eye) is expected to start Wednesday against the Knicks.
Amir Johnson (shoulder) said he is feeling better but will be a game-time decision for Game 4 vs. Cleveland on Tuesday.
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Both the on-campus and the online Legal Studies Master's Degree Programs have the same curriculum requirements. To earn a Master's of Arts Degree in Legal Studies from the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) a student must successfully complete all 36 hours of required core courses and electives and, if necessary, the 4 hour preliminary course.
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He should warranty the work he did. If he put the engine together knowing there is a problem then he better take it back apart and fix it instead of giving you some bs that he's not warrantying it.
On another note, if he honed it there shouldn't be any rust in the cylinders. There shouldn't be any rust anywhere inside the motor.
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Thanks big dog. Im going to call him and speak with him right now.
Hold on for a minute.I am thinking he sensed you not wanting to spend for new pistons and tried the standard rebuilder's move of hone and go.Then found not CRUSTY RUST,but rust pits.So moving forward towards a bore,have it sonic checked before you pull the trigger on that.If that machine shop can't do that kind of work or can't hone with torque plates,find someone who can and return the parts you can no longer use.
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He did fix alote of stuff.
A few of his guys said that if I use good oil and I had the 130 compression I claimed from before the rebuild It should be no problem to get 100k.
The short block is together ext for pan gasket and oil pump. What do you mean have parts returned gray? Thanks all.
No doubt about it,guys are forced to do clean up oversized bores for situations just like yours.And that reinforces the need for sonic checks to see wall thickness so the machinist knows how much a block can be safely over-bored. If it is enough for him saying he won't stand behind the one bore,than it is enough for you to be concerned about it.
You have been through hell with this not even knowing if it could be saved.Now is not the time to make what could be a risk bad decision and not have the insurance of standing behind a rebuild with your wallet to buy new pistons for the over-bore and that rings to go with it.Returning the rings you have now which wouldn't work on a different bore size.
BTW as the saying goes:
Without detailed pictures of the bore in question,all we can do is form a opinion from what your telling us.
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He did say the cylinders wear with in spec of 030. over stock bore and said I could easily get to 060. with no issues.. *** He claimed that I should get alote of miles out of it***
He claims that it appears to him that some one had rebuilt the engine and used cheap parts and installed the pistons wrong. He believe someone did not use the proper oils for or after breakin and it killed the cam and took everything else with it. He did not think from looking at the cylinder walls that many miles had been turned. He aslo said any engine that he works on that has had any kinda rust in it he does not warranty unless bored.
He also noted - The crack mains wear bad and rods wear almost perfect spec.
He said someone could have ran it out time to far and that could cause the mains to take a beating.
We know that rust from that cylinder was form a cracked head.
After speaking with him today he claimed to support the lower end if it has any issues.
Im done here. This is going to have to work or im getting ride of the thing. I can not do this with a disabled wife and 1 kid and anther on the way with no job.
Im sure if there was a major problem he would have not done the work. He just comes of that kinda guy to me. He was so picky about his work he woulden install my timing cover because it was dirty (He said if I wanted it installed - I would have to have it vatted- He vatted it for free (30 min wait) He installed it and sent me on my way.
I hope you get that thing back to running! But when you do the rebuild ask your machinist about putting one single tiny groove in each lifter bore to help oil your cam. The grooves are cut differently on the driver and passenger side lifter bores (If it's a hydraulic flat tappet) If he has the tool it would be a little more insurance that a machinist should do for free if he is working on your block. Good Luck! Hope you get it done!
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sweetlil66 (05-05-2013)
When I started this whole bizz I installed a new oil pump (This is before I knew the issues)
It was a high vol oil pump. Im wondering if I should reuse it or not. Pretty much all new oil was ran threw it but I worry about grit from the flat cam possibly hurting the pump or being inside the pump its self.... If i reuse I plain to PRIM the pump a few mins cycling any junk inside . The pump its self did not see more then a 1 or less of run time. What should I do?
Also Is it possible to install or change valve springs with the heads on?
The shop guy solid me bigger/stronger valve springs and told me to remove this upside down blow washer looking thing (Not sure what he called it) - I just ordered a valve spring compressor and wont see it for almost a weak - I dont want the heads of that long because the engine is in the house (Living room) and I have kids. We all know the saying (SOME PEOPLES KIDS) That saying was ment for my kids lol.
Im not sure what to do here.
The head on the truck had.
Valve shim - spring - A bowl that sets down on the valve about a 1ich or so -Valve lock/keeper
Now the exhaust valves is the only differences between the the head I got new and the head on my truck. The exhaust had shim- valve spring - cup that covers 1ich of the spring (Kinda looks like it to protect the spring or something) - Valve spring cup(Looks like this VALVE SPRING CUPS, USE WITH STOCK OD SBC SPRINGS ON AFTERMARKET HEADS - Alex's Parts Sales) - valve spring RETAINER.
new head -Shim - Spring - bowl - cup - RETAINER (only on )
Other head- Shim - Spring - bowl - RETAINER - Ill try to upload a pic.
The shields can be done away with if the seal is changed to a positive-type seal instead of the shield and O-ring setup. Otherwise, reuse them along w/new O-rings.
You need to see if the exhaust valves have rotators on them (left valve below, right valve has regular retainer). Rotators are a type of retainer that allows the exhaust valve to turn as the engine runs to lessen wear. They are thicker than the retainers found on intake valves, and are not generally used in performance applications.
The springs can be changed w/the heads on the engine. This is done w/compressed air to keep the valves closed or by filling the cylinder w/thin rope or cord until it's full, then the crank is rotated to push the piston against the rope to hold the valves closed. This is done on each cylinder on the compression stroke. We can add details if you need them.
The spring compressor has to be the type that works on a head assembled to the block. Some compressors can only be used w/the head off the engine as I'm sure you know.
A diagram naming the components. The stock tin oil shield rotator type exhaust retainer isn't shown:
Below the tin oil shield is #9, the small O-ring is #8. The retainer is #5, can be a rotator type retainer on exhaust valves on some heads as I mentioned earlier. The head below is from a Chevy V6 but is the same as the V8 minus a cylinder:
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He wants me to remove the rotators.
The pic you posted with the rotators on the left and non-rotators on the right is the way the new head is set up.
The head that was on the truck - Has rotators removed. So did the junk head.
QUOTE- The shields can be done away with if the seal is changed to a positive-type seal instead of the shield and O-ring setup. Otherwise, reuse them along w/new O-rings.
Do I need to do away with them? Im screed to death im gonna kill the cam on break in - Iv been reading horror story's!
I did speak with him to day and he said I need to remove the -Rotators (Use the spring& Retainers I got and make the exhaust valve look like the intake.
He built the head so Im guessing he knows what he is talking about.
You can remove the rotators, this is commonly done. Remember to check the valve spring installed height. This is important because some heads had different depth spring pockets and others used shorter exhaust springs to compensate for the rotators. In the end, you want the springs all installed to their specified installed height so the spring pressures are correct for the cam you're using.
As for the seals, if you are NOT using positive type oil seals on the valve stems, reuse the tin shields and O-ring like the factory used for many years.
If you remove the tin shields and only use the O-rings the valve guides will pass more oil than is necessary. That can hurt performance by contaminating the incoming air/fuel mixture w/oil and can allow carbon to build up on the back sides of the valves, hurting flow. And the engine may smoke.
If you remove the tin shields AND do not use the O-rings, the engine WILL smoke.
• Valve spring installed height
• Valve train points to check
• Valve train geometry
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Thanks colbt. The first link isnt working but iv been looking around and found the fallowing info. Is this rihgt?
Valve Spring Tech
Valve Spring Pocket Clearance
Valve spring pocket clearance is the gap between the inside diameter of the valve spring pocket (or cup, if used) and the outside diameter of the valve spring.
Too much clearance will result in the spring "dancing" around in the head, which "beats up" the spring mounting surface and the spring itself. If this is the case, a spring cup may be used. Additional machining of the spring pocket may be required to accept the spring cup.
Not enough clearance will bind the spring in the pocket, overstressing the bottom coil by limiting its movement and not allowing the spring to "grow". This will cause the bottom coil to wear against the head and/or prematurely fail. Machine the valve pocket using a Spring Seat Cutter if not enough clearance exists.
Valve Spring Retainer Fit
The valve spring retainer should fit the valve spring being used. A slightly snug fit is acceptable, however a fit that is too tight can overstress the top coil, and cause it to fail. A fit that is too loose can lead to spring "dancing."
Valve Spring Installed Height
The installed height of the valve spring is the distance between the valve pocket (or cup, or shims) and the outer edge of the spring retainer (which is the height of the valve spring) when the valve is closed. To check installed height, follow the following procedure:
Install the valve in the guide.
Install the retainer and valve locks.
Install all spring cups and/or valve spring shims (basically, everything except the valve spring).
Hold the valve closed by pulling the retainer up tightly against the valve locks.
Measure the distance between the outside edge of the valve spring retainer and the spring seat. A snap gage or a height micrometer should be used.
Check the distance against what is recommended on the camshaft specification card. An installed height of +/- 0.020" is acceptable.
If the installed height is not within 0.020", either machining of the valve pocket, or removal/installation of valve spring shims is necessary.
Repeat this procedure for the rest of the valves.
Valve Spring Retainer to Valve Seal Clearance
The distance between the innermost step on the valve spring retainer and the valve guide must be 0.090" larger than the maximum valve lift of the camshaft. Measure the distance between the top of the valve seal to the bottom of the valve spring retainer. After adding 0.090" to your measurement, it should still be larger than the maximum valve lift of the camshaft. If not, machining of the valve guide in necessary for adequate clearance.
Valve Spring Coil Clearance
Coil clearance is the distance between the valve spring coils when the valve is it maximum lift (fully open). A minimum of 0.060" must exist between the coils at maximum lift. Coil bind is when the valve spring is compressed fully-to the point that all of the coils are "stacked up" on top of each other. For high RPM applications, .100" is recommended . Coil bind is a catastrophic condition that will result in valve train failure. Disassemble each spring (if multiple springs are employed at each valve). Check all the springs (both inner, and outer springs) If there is not 0.060" - 0.100" minimum of clearance between the coils, the solutions are: the valve retainer, the valve locks, the valve, or the spring must be changed; the spring pocket must be machined. Keep in mind that these modifications will change the valve spring installed height
Valve Spring Retainer to Rocker Arm Clearance
When installing the rocker arms, check to see that the inside of the rocker arms clear the spring retainers. Many rocker arms have a "relief" to accommodate large valve spring retainers.
Valve Spring Run-In
Each set of Lunati valve springs are hand-selected to keep load variations below +/- 10% of the next. However, it is important to "run in" your new valve springs at low RPM using the following procedure:
Start the engine and run the engine between 1500 and 2000 RPM until the engine reaches operating temperature.
Shut off the engine and allow the springs to cool.
After initial run-in, most springs will lose a slight amount of pressure. Re-check and shim up the valve springs if necessary. After the springs are "run in", spring pressure should remain constant until the point of replacement.
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text: Here is how i hope the draft goes, but i will put down a back-up plan because who knows what will happen. Round 1 22- a. Dwayne Jarrett - WR USC The next great big NFL reciever having this guy out there with Owens and Glenn would make our offense instantly among the greats in the league. Also puts Owens up against it in regards to his behavior. b. Aaron Ross - CB Texas Perfect young corner, if all goes right will be the starter opposite Newman by week 1 leaving Glenn and Reeves to battle for the nickel spot, and Henry as Free Safety/ backup corner Round 2 a. Eric Weddle - S Utah Great playmaker, Phillips kind of free safety b. Greg Olsten - TE Miami (joking, hes great but we dont' need him unless we can project him to reciever) b.(REAL) Paul Posluzny - OLB Penn State Pass rushing talent and student of the game blessed with a briliant mind due to size coaching staff looking at playing him at Strong Safety to spell Roy Williams some. Round 3 a. Brian Leonard - FB Rutgers A versatile player like Richie Anderson was for us a few years ago, this guy can carry the rock, block for the rock, and catch the rock. A perfect player to help Romo grow. b. Quin Pitcock - DT Ohio State Strong, Young, Big, and healthy would be a great young guy to come in and spell Furgy inside as well as playing beside him in our 4 man fronts. Don't let his 301 lbs fool you hes big. Round 4 a. Ryan Harris - OT Notre Dame Athletic tackle to keep the rotation moving incase we lose Columbo, or one of our younger tackles don't pan out. Shows great potential. b. Mason Crosby - K Colorado If available, he would seemingly solve our kicker curse (its dallas though it may never end ) If not available look for my pick c in the 5th round. Round 5 a. Tim Duckworth - OG Auburn Big, and physical to help the run game but would hinder our fast schemes such as screens. he is a project. b. Dallas Baker - WR Florida He has the physical skills and with work on explosion, and blocking could become at worst a steady possesion reciever and optimally a game changer. c. Justin Medlock - K UCLA Very good kicker, he can be very good. I have seen him this is a good backup 5th or we can use one of our 7th on him if Baker or Duckworth are still available at 5. Round 6 (jets pick) a. Zac Taylor - QB Nebraska Good arm, Good accuracy worked in a pro style system for 4 years under Bill Callahan in Nebraska. Strangely I would feel comfortable going into the season with only him behind Romo. b. Chris Denman - OT Fresno State Tall, Athletic, and carries good weight what more can you ask for? plus he played 3 years at Fresno State that has supplied the NFL with some nasty o-lineman lately such as Logan Mankins. Im done don't wanna bust my mind on the 7th round for I will never be able to guess, and nobody will even know who im trying to talk about because these guys are almost unheard of this late but they could be good nonetheless! Hopefully I didn't cheat too much (pick players lower that realistic) but I'll bet some people can point out some such mistakes Enjoy i hope some people can agree with it


text: And we're back! After a long hiatus from jobs, grad school, and other personal business, we are back into the thick of things once more. What better way to start afresh then to provide some news during the week of E3 2011. There is much in store so let's get straight to it. Here is a highly anticipated game for many on the PS3, Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception, due out on November 1, 2011. Drake's fate is drawn into the adventures and stories of T. E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia). Video after the break.


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Pokemon Go has earned $35 million thanks to its 30M users
App tracking firm Sensor Tower reports Pokemon Go has been downloaded 30 million times and has earned an estimated $35 million in revenue from said downloads.
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E3 Live event was a flop with gamers - report
E3's first ever gathering for gamers was a disaster, according to a few attendees.
Xbox One's TV integration experiencing difficulty in UK & Europe - report
Xbox One launched in several territories last Friday, including the UK and Europe. However, one small hiccup appears to be causing issues for users connected via the console's TV pass-through capability.
Market research firm expects PS4 to outsell Xbox One this holiday season due to "variety of factors"
International Data Corporation, an American market research, analysis and advisory firm specializing in information technology, telecommunications, and consumer technology, believes the lower price point of PlayStation 4 among a "variety of factors" will give it an edge over Xbox One in the market this holiday season.
EEDAR report finds typical male gamer spends big on social games
A new report form EEDAR suggests the majority of mobile game "whales" are young men who regularly play lots of video games.
Video: i47 host UK's first Guardians of Middle-earth tournament
Over the weekend VG247's Sam Clay attended i47, which hosted the UK's first Guardians of Middle-earth tournament. Here's Sam with a brief report on what happened.
Stanford University psychologist blames games and porn for "the demise of guys"
A new book by creator of the 1971 Stanford Prison Experiment and retired Stanford University professor Dr. Phillip Zimbardo cites addiction to video games and pornography as the cause of what he calls the "demise" of young men.
NPD Report - 40% of freemium players are payers
According to a report published by NPD Group, a large number of free-to-play gamers spend real money on their game of choice.
Report: Half of UK population playing games
According to a recent report from the Internet Advertising Bureau, around half of the population in the UK do play games.
Report: 50% of US Netflix usage is via console
Research company Nielson has concluded that half of all users of the TV and film streaming service use their home console to watch content. Facts and figures below.
Report: US Cities encounter disparities in game download speed between them
A report published by downloadable content delivery provider Pando Networks has discovered wide disparities between download speeds and completion rates for gaming content across various American locales.
Study: Inappropriate games may give children the wrong message
Children who lack positive parenting and good relationships with peers may take anti-social messages away from age-inappropriate games, according to a recent study.
Report: Asian games industry still fuelled by Internet cafe culture
A new report from games industry market analyst firm Pearl Research suggests Internet cafes are still a major motivator in Asian game markets.
Report - MMO revenues to hit $8 billion worldwide in 2014
A report from Strategy Analytics states MMO revenues will continue to climb, eventually reaching $8 billion worldwide. As of 2009, it already exceeded $5 billion.
Report - Games account for 10% of online use in US
A new report issued by Nielsen shows Americans spend 10 percent of their time online playing games.
Report: Sony strikes gold, sees profitable Q1
Somewhere, off in an – in all likelihood fictional – alternate universe, Kevin Butler's riding a golden jet ski powered by fuel made from ground-up diamonds. Of course, he always did that. But now, Sony can actually afford it.
Report: Online Pass will curb used game sales
Analyst group Cowen and Company suggests in a new report that "online pass" from EA may be a way for the industry to curtail used game sales.
Report - Game Industry to hit $70B by 2015
Market research firm DFC Intelligence predicts that the game industry will hit an estimated $70.1 billion by 2015, due to console, portable, Pc and online gaming growth.
Study - US gamers spent $25.3 billion on games last year
According to a study conducted by Newzoo and TNS, the US spent approximately $25.3B on games in 2009. UK'ers spent around £3.8B.
Home Office report on 'Sexualization of Young People' released
Remember last week when Big Brother's Dr Linda Papadopoulos announced that she was set to release a report on children being sexualized in the media and videogames? It's been released.
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Stanford University psychologist blames games and porn for "the demise of guys"
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Gundlach: Moving From Bonds To MLPs Like Moving From Frying Pan Into Fire
Jeff Gundlach has been talking on CNBC and warning bond haters that rate risk extends well beyond bond markets, and he picks on master-limited partnerships in particular, saying if interest rates rise a host of other investments will suffer too:
So many people are moving away from bond investments for obvious reasons but are going into things that are like going from the frying pan into the fire. Look at MLPs. If interest rates rise you are going to get killed on a lot of these vehicles because they have a lot of leverage and a lot of interest-rate risk…. Similarly housing – if rates rise… the affordability of homes is going to go extraordinarily to the downside. It's not just bondholders who are picking up nickels in front of steamrollers, but a lot of other assets that are priced off of bonds.


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Atherton Town Council: Setting the Table
Original post made by table setter, Atherton: other, on Oct 8, 2012
In addition, a new Town Manager is waiting in the wings and the Atherton Police Officers Association is concerned about outsourcing and have been told by council incumbents they face contentious labor negotiations next year.
Kathy McKeithen is not running after a four term stint. Someone has detailed her tenure in a multi-page blog:
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In 2007 the San Mateo Grand Jury issued a report on government in Atherton with specific recommendations. Apparently these recommendations were not put in place and a dysfunctional town government continues on and on. The report is linked :
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So Atherton voters are faced with choosing two council members from a field of four. The voters have the opportunity to change the systemic poisonous relationships within the Council and truly returning to a strong city manager form of government with a new town manager.
Denise Kupperman is largely a single issue candidate with strong connections to Mayor Widmer and James Dobbie as chair of the Atherton Library Steering Committee. Both Widmer and Dobbie have been part of the 3-2 majority on the council voting along with McKeithen on most issues. It would be reasonable to assume Kupperman would align with them as a replacement for the like- minded McKeithen. Both Dobbie and Widmer are strongly opinionated micromanagers and will represent a continuing challenge to the new town manager.
Denise has appeared in the Almanac guest opinions several times and her statements on the library park issue are well known
Greg Conlon is relatively unknown to most Atherton voters and is apparently running because he wants to be elected to any public office as evidenced by his candidacy for many elections. He appears to be largely a single issue candidate against High Speed Rail. An appointee to the Finance Committee by the majority of the current council he has expressed strong opinions regarding the salaries and compensation for the Atherton Police Department in public meetings that were inappropriate and not wise in setting the climate for favorable labor negotiations. Statements like "shove it down their throats" have helped poison the well with the APOA.
Cary Wiest is probably one of the most experienced and well qualified of the potential candidates. He would be a fresh face and would not carry the baggage and animosities currently part of the culture of the Council.
Elizabeth Lewis, the incumbent, has proven to be good for the Town as a council member. Running for a second term she has the depth of experience and moderate views to be an effective leader. If tradition persists she would be elected Mayor and would be an excellent choice to work with the new Town Manager. She is often aligned with Jerry Carlson who also is a moderate and offers well thought out opinions and offers the gravitas of experience and gentlemanly behavior.
This election is truly very important for Atherton. It is time to make a major change in leadership and vision as many important issues are facing the town. Increasing traffic and the carnage on El Camino Real as well as bike and pedestrian use around our schools are serious issues. Rebuilding the Atherton Police Department with adequate funding and financial support will be needed as appeals are made to renew the Parcel Tax next year. War cannot be declared on the police department as most residents want the service and security this agency provides. It is reasonable to assume the Town Center project will be approved funded primarily with private funds. Raising money will be a task and cannot be done with leadership in the council that does not have a positive vision for the town. The library in the park project "ram through" was a lesson in poor governance. From the town website the following statement needs to be repeated as we choose our next leaders.
"The Town of Atherton desires, insofar as possible, to preserve its character as a scenic, rural, thickly-wooded, residential area, with abundant open space with streets designed primarily as scenic routes rather than for speed of travel."
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a resident of Atherton: other
on Oct 8, 2012 at 8:37 am
Maybe we can solve Atherton's budget crisis by turning this into a B-movie plot and selling the rights?
"Conlon disqualified because he questioned police raises."
"Lewis and Wiest endorsed by APOA. Vote for them. Or else."
We can get some more plot ideas to fill in the gaps from old episodes of the Dukes of Hazzard.
a resident of Atherton: other
on Oct 8, 2012 at 4:08 pm
I do not understand who heard me and where did I ever comment about the Police raises. This statement to my knowledge is made up by an unidentifeid person and is completely untrue. As shown on my website I am deeply respectful of the Police and their Department and have not in any way questioned their salaries one way or the other. I am also not supportive of outsourcing the Police Department again as mentioned in more detail on my website--www.gregconlon.com. I am running because I believe Atherton is facing serious challenges in the next four years and I believe I have the experience on Atherton Committees and as an Certified Public Accountant and businessman to address these chanllenges. I would appreciate your vote. Greg Conlon for Atherton Town Council.
a resident of Atherton: Lindenwood
on Oct 8, 2012 at 6:15 pm
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How sad that we don't have even ONE candidate that is willing to seriously address the fact that Atherton has the most expensive police force on the peninsula. The answer may or may not be outsourcing but the question should be the council's number 1 priority.
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Is chronic knee pain putting a damper on your spring workout? More than one-third of Americans are affected by knee pain. Although many people think chronic pain is a normal part of aging, it can affect anyone – regardless of age. Close to 65% of Americans ages 18 to 34 or someone they care for have experienced chronic pain during the past year, and aching knees comes in as the second highest cause!
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons offers these suggestions to help ease knee arthritis pain and discomfort:
• Alternate between warm and cool treatments. Different techniques that work for one person may not work for another, but alternating between cool compresses and warm moist heat does provide relief for many knee pain sufferers. Cool compresses reduce inflammation while warm moist heat relaxes and loosen tissues while stimulating blood flow to the area. Be careful and never leave heating pads/towels on for extended periods of time or while sleeping.
• Strength and mobility training. The exercises you choose will depend on the strength of your knee. Aerobic exercise in a non-weight bearing environment – swimming or bicycling for example– can help you lose weight which will reduce the strain on your knees.
• Stretch. Stretching the muscles and tendons surrounding the joint can help with some causes of knee pain.
• Wear appropriate shoes. Shoes absorb the shock during movement. If they don't, the shock moves up to your knee. For more information on the best shoe for you read our July, 2011 post If the Shoe Fits.
There are nutritional alternatives that will help you reduce or manage arthritis pain.
• Anthocyanins. You can help reduce inflammation by inhibiting production of inflammatory chemicals with the antioxidant anthocyanin. Anthocyanins contribute to the health of connective tissue, and are even more powerful than vitamin C for eliminating the free radicals that irritate body tissues and cause inflammation. Add anthocyanins to your diet with cherries, blackberries, black currents, blueberries, eggplant, elderberries, raspberries, boysenberries, red and black grapes, strawberries, and plums.
• Ginger and Turmeric. Many spices contain beneficial phytonutrients that can have powerful effects on health. Tumeric and ginger have been show to have anti–inflammatory effects, and are beneficial for joint health.
• Green Tea. A refreshing beverage cold or hot, green tea contains a natural antioxidant called epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG). Studies suggest that EGCG works to stop the production of certain inflammatory chemicals in the body, including those involved in arthritis. Early research indicates that EGCG and other catechins in green tea may also prevent cartilage from breaking down, extending your joint health.
• Olive Oil. Olive oil contains a natural compound called oleocanthal which may help prevent arthritis-related inflammation by blocking the same inflammatory pathways as medications commonly used to fight arthritis pain. Use olive oil when cooking instead of vegetable oil or butter. For the highest antioxidant content, choose "extra virgin" olive oil.
• Omega-3 Fats. Many foods increase inflammation, but omega-3s actually work to decrease inflammation by suppressing the production of enzymes that erode cartilage. Participants in a number of studies have reported more energy, heightened strength, a reduction of joint swelling and tenderness, and less stiffness and pain when omega-3s are included in their nutritional regimen. The best foods for omega-3 fatty acids are include salmon, herring, sardines, anchovies, rainbow trout, flaxseed, and walnuts.
• Vitamin C. Vitamin C is one of the nutrients most responsible for the health of collagen, a major component of cartilage. Research also indicates that people who eat a diet low in vitamin C have a greater risk of developing some kinds of arthritis. Make vitamin C rich food a part of your daily nutrition regimen. Guava, bell peppers, oranges, strawberries, pineapple, broccoli, kidney beans, kiwi, and cauliflower are all excellent sources of vitamin c.
Finally, avoid sugar and foods with added sugar and refined carbohydrates. Eat high fiber foods like whole grains and legumes. Studies have shown that high fiber diets are anti-inflammatory.
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Parents eagerly anticipate the moment when their child first begins to talk, but for some parents it is a time of anxiety because their child struggles to get words out.
As many as five percent of preschool children nationwide have repetitions and prolongations of sounds severe enough to be of concern to their parents.
A new DVD in English and Spanish, Stuttering and Your Child: Help for Parents, helps parents detect stuttering and take action toward helping their child and is available now at Lancaster County Library.
The 2012-13 school year begins Aug. 20, and faculty and staff are preparing for their students' return.
The project to build a new elementary school in Indian Land is set to move forward in earnest with major developments announced during the Lancaster County school board meeting Tuesday, July 31.
In an update to board members, Lancaster County schools superintendent Dr. Gene Moore said the district had finalized the $1.1 million purchase of a 26.5-acre property on Harrisburg Road earlier in the day.
More big news came when Moore offered board members a first look at the prototype floor plan district officials want to build on the site.
In just a couple of weeks, more than 6,000 students will begin boarding school buses to ride to and from school; more than 70 buses will operate in Lancaster County School District to accomplish this task.
When the school year ends, our buses will have traveled more than 1.25 million miles during the 2012-13 school year.
School bus travel is statistically one of the safest modes of transportation on the road; this safety record directly results from the intense training our drivers receive and the safety design of our buses.
Every day of the school year, the people in our school cafeterias work hard to give our students meals that taste great and provide the nutrition and energy our students need to grow strong and succeed in school.
We know that healthy, balanced meals make a big difference in how well students do in school and how healthy they are when they become adults.
Here are things you should know about our lunch program:
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CHICAGO – As many kids are gearing up to begin a new school year, Prevent Blindness America wants to encourage parents to add "get my child's eyes checked" to the their list of things to do. Having a child's vision tested by an eyecare professional can help them towards greater success in the classroom since much of a child's learning is done visually. Some students who have been diagnosed with learning disabilities may simply have a vision problem.
Lancaster County School District students will start school again on August 20. Here are other important school dates to note:
Aug. 10 - New personnel orientation
Aug. 13 - Teacher workday
Aug. 14 - Professional development (all teachers)
Aug. 14 - Districtwide meeting day
Aug. 15 – Teacher workday
Aug. 16 - Professional development (all teachers)
Aug. 17 - Professional development (all teachers)
Aug. 17 - First day for sixth and ninth grades - 8:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Our children will be healthier and more successful in school if parents make sure their children do some very simple things.
In fact, taking these simple steps to make sure children are healthy — both mentally and physically — are probably the most important factors in how he or she does in school.
Here's what you can do:
Carolina Christian Academy will open its doors to students on August 20. Here are other important dates on the school's calendar:
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Converse College Junior Scholars: Carley Bailey, Savannah Bailey
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Lander Junior Fellows: Kristen Melton, Phillip Jones
Presbyterian College Fellows: Chesney Lyles, Kristen Melton, Olivia Stogner
USC Aiken Scholars: Olivia Stogner, James Shehane, Kristen Melton, Chesney Lyles, Savannah Bailey
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Original post made by Connie Whitson, Kottinger Ranch, on Aug 28, 2013
She was released 7days ago and CAN'T RETURN HOME OR HUSBAND WILL BE TERMINATED!!! LIVE ON GROUNDS MAINTENANCE.
She learned her lesson and was scared straight!!! Jail did it. She has no place to go and is now living on the streets. The Shelters are Full. SHE FEELS LIKE SHE'S BEING PUNISHED AGAIN!
Not trying to excuse her actions by no means. However find it ridiculous that CITY OF PLEASANTON -- ZERO TOLERANCE DRUGS -- LEAVES A TEENAGER/ADULT HOMELESS.
a resident of Vintage Hills
on Aug 28, 2013 at 3:43 pm
Kathleen Ruegsegger is a registered user.
Connie, here is a site that could provide resources: Web Link
a resident of Foothill Farms
on Aug 28, 2013 at 7:23 pm
You apparently raised a kid to think and act like a criminal. She had drugs in her possession, she tried to buy alcohol as a minor, she ran when confronted by the police and you say she learned her lesson? Right. Give her a break, at the taxpayer's expense of course, and she will be right back there doing it again. Suck it up and get straight, loser.
a resident of Foothill Farms
on Aug 28, 2013 at 7:37 pm
And BTW -- when you live in HUD housing you are already being supported by the taxpayers. That support does not come without strings. Not being criminals, or harboring them, is one of those strings. When you expect someone else to pay your way you really do need to think about keeping yourself on the right side of the law.
a resident of Birdland
on Aug 28, 2013 at 8:21 pm
Probably the best thing you could do to get her off the street is to turn to strangers on an anonymous forum. If that doesn't pan out, then by no means should you, as a loving, responsible parent, take her back in. She's no doubt much better off being homeless, don't you think?
Libertarianism: I'm okay, you're not my problem!
a resident of Mohr Park
on Aug 28, 2013 at 10:33 pm
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a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Aug 28, 2013 at 11:00 pm
I'm pretty much...my money?,,,my rules!!! As a fiscal conservative, I'm very much for free condoms everywhere. Paying for kids without proper 'parenting' usually turns out bad, for the kids and taxpayers. Parenting matters, we're now into about the third generation of kids having kids at taxpayer expense, loaded with freebies, but it still goes bad. I'd rather spend my few coins on my kids college than...than other kids having kids they don't want to parent. I work hard for my money. I don't think I get my money's worth on this 'housing' program.
a resident of Downtown
on Aug 28, 2013 at 11:13 pm
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a resident of Oak Hill
on Aug 29, 2013 at 8:36 am
Perhaps moving to a community with a less efficient police force and where your daughter is less likely to be caught for alcohol and drugs would be a good idea.
a resident of Livermore
on Aug 29, 2013 at 9:35 am
Dear Frustrated,
I am a little confused, first you mention your daughter being 18 and her boyfriend as 21, then you refer to the situation as her being unable to return to her home or her husband will be terminated. Which is it? Boyfriend, husband or does she have both a husband and a boyfriend on the side?
The second confusing thing I wonder is the obvious to me...why can't she come stay with you? Parenting doesn't end as soon as they turn 18. You also said she learned her lesson so she should not have any trouble following your house rules of no alcohol or drugs if those apply in your home.
Why is it up to the local community of Pleasanton to provide more housing for her? She has already been living in HUD housing until now and messed that up! I'm awfully tired of everyone believing they are entitled to a free ride even when they ignore basic rules of no drugs or alcohol...even if you are young and pretty.
a resident of Vintage Hills
on Aug 29, 2013 at 9:59 am
Kathleen Ruegsegger is a registered user.
Also a Parent, It is a garbled message, but what I took away from it is that the daughter can't come home to mom or the mom's husband will be terminated (the mom lives in the HUD housing?).
In general, it's easy to suspect lousy parenting; it's easy to tell the family to figure this out on their own. But not every teenager makes the best decisions, regardless of family. Most parents of teens know there are bigger influences (friends, boyfriends, peer pressure). I would hope none of us would want to see any child on the streets. If help isn't found now, the taxpayers could end up paying for a lot more. This is only to suggest the situation be looked at with an open heart.
It's also entirely possible this is fictional just to prompt reactions.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Aug 29, 2013 at 10:19 am
For those who so desperately want to be of help to others, rather than showing your gullibility for phony messages on this site, perhaps you might consider volunteering at Red Cross or some other helping agency.
a resident of Oak Hill
on Aug 29, 2013 at 11:53 am
I'm not assuming that the message is phony. I'm not assuming that it's genuine, either.
a resident of Castlewood
on Aug 29, 2013 at 2:51 pm
It's time she takes responsibilities for here crime. The harsher the punishment the better if you ask me.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Aug 29, 2013 at 2:54 pm
Lots of people with lots of time on their hands. Wow!


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Hey Girls, looks like fun. What about toilet breaks, is Uncle Jay stopping for you? School is going well, it's very quiet without you. I'm missing you. Archie and Bobby are fine. Love you from Kaylah
Next stop Coober Pedy
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We made it all the way to Pimba, which was the first fuel stop. Jason's stress levels started to rise when he had to pay $1.51 for fuel in both tanks of the car. He wouldn't refill the jerry cans though. I couldn't beleive we made it and of course Jason said "i told you we would make it, don't stress."
We saw plenty of wild Emu's and a Wedge tailed eagle eating road kill
We stoped for lunch at a road side rest stop and have bits of everything. It was yummy.
We only had 200kms to Coober Pedy. Taya enjoyed doing her school work and Tash and Jess watched a movie.
Arrived in Coober Pedy at 4pm. Found at site at the caravan park and set up in no time. We (as in Jason & i) are getting good at setting up. The kids are nowhere to be seen.
Jason and Tim cooked dinner in the camp kitchen and had a bit of a chin wagg with the other visitors.
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Hi Kaylie Girl, Uncle Jay has been very good and we have been having lots of toilet stops. The girls have been doing some of their school work in the car. The car drive has been a little bit boring for them so they have been happy to do school work. We are looking forward to getting to Ayres Rock. Love you heap, Auntie Shaz, Uncle Jay, Tash, Jess & Taya
Hi Guys,'Good to hear you are travelling well, even if it is on the smell of an oily rag. Good lesson to be learnt here I feel!! Yeh Ben saw you whizzing by. The community I visit is Indulkana, sorry I forgot to mention that.
Love to all
Hey Tash looks like you have been having alot of fun with out me because i have to skool is good Sam and Tegan's Birthday party is comin up it sucks that you will miss it
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Hey Graffies, it looks like you are having a great time. Wish we were there!!! We are really enjoying the updates everyday (and the funny stories to go with them) Drive Safe.
to jess-I got you letter thankyou it was great miss you to, hope you are haveing a great time.the playgound looks good to play on. wish i was there always luv you amy
ps MISSING YOU SOOOOOOOO MUCH
We are enjoying your stories. You will be home in10 days unless you stop and smell the flowers!!!! You are doing long miles in one day !! Jay may regret not filling up the jerry cans - friends travelled through the centre recently and paid up to $1.90 per litre. Enjoy and love to you all Auntie Anne & Uncle Garry xx
Hi Auntie Anne and Uncle Gary - We just meet some people who live or lived in Singleton for 26 years. The know the Fawell's and the Kiker families well they say. They also know the people who bought you old house. Her name is Anne Drinan? (i think). I was trying to remember so i could tell you. They have been traveling for about 2 weeks. I know we are doing a lot of Kms, but we have been trying to get to the NT so we can slow down and do a bit of exploring. We will be in the area for 6 days now having a look at Uluru, Kings Canyon and the West Macdonnell Ranges. Love you both heap - Sharon xxoo
Hi Amy, we are having a great time, but missing you heaps. i'll take some photos of Uluru for you and send you a postcard. How is everyone at School? Can't wait to get back to see you. Love you lots Jess
Hi Michelle & Gem - We are starting to have a bit of fun now, although we have been doing heaps of driving. We are excited to get to Uluru tomorrow and relax a little bit. How is Teagan, Toby and Rob?