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Suspect Arrested In Early Morning Fatal StabbingPolice have arrested a suspect in connection with a fatal stabbing early Sunday morning in Wicomico County.
Md. State Police Arrest Suspect in Somerset County HomicideThe Maryland State Police have arrested a man connected to the murder of a 22-year-old man who was found dead in the backyard of a Somerset County home.
District Settles with Feds After Discrimination ComplaintsThe Wicomico County school district has reached a settlement agreement with the federal government following a two-year investigation into accusations that school officials district discriminated against minority students when imposing suspension and other disciplinary measures.
Owners of Suspected Wicomico County Puppy Mill IndictedAn Eden couple accused of running a puppy mill out of their home have been indicted on animal cruelty charges.
House Fire in Wicomico County Causes $3,000 in DamagesA fire in Wicomico County caused roughly $3,000 in damages to a Fruitland home.
Police Charge Man with Murder After Finding Buried BodyMaryland State Police have charged a Wicomico County man with murder after finding a body buried in Fruitland.
Man Found Dead In Salisbury House FireThe State Fire Marshal's Office said in a news release that the fire was reported shortly before 7 a.m. Monday at the single-family dwelling.
Troopers Investigating DUI Nearly Hit By 2nd DUI SuspectTroopers directing traffic around the scene of a crash involving a suspected drunk driver in Wicomico County early Friday escaped with their lives when another suspected drunk driver slammed into one of their vehicles, authorities said.
Couple Arrested After 310 Dogs Saved From Alleged Puppy MillA Maryland couple is in big trouble as they face 84 counts of animal cruelty. Three months ago, more than 300 dogs were rescued from what the sheriff calls egregious conditions on the couple's property.
Man Sentenced For Uncle's Violent Death in Watermelon FieldA Maryland man has been sentenced to a decade behind bars for bludgeoning his uncle to death during an argument in a watermelon patch last summer.
Police: Uncle Assaults 5-Year-Old For Playing With His Pokemon CardsAuthorities say a man knocked his 5-year-old nephew into a wall for playing with the man's Pokemon cards.
Wind Advisory Helps Save Kidnapped Maryland Woman A woman who says her ex-boyfriend abducted her has been rescued after Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel employees helped the suspect move his surfboards across the bridge.

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QUINCY, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts prosecutor involved in a car crash that sent him and three others to the hospital says he plans on returning to work next week and fighting any charges he might face.
Norfolk District Attorney Michael Morrissey said Monday his doctors have cleared him to return to the office on July 29, although he has been running the office remotely since the July 16 crash in Milton.
Police say Morrissey's car crossed the center line and collided with two other vehicles. The 58-year-old Morrissey blamed it on a medical episode that caused him to lose consciousness.
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This year has been different from years past in that we arrived in Pullman two weeks earlier than usual to start our summer training program. This has allowed us to get a head start on the summer and while these workouts are optional, virtually the entire team is here and participating.
Our schedule consists of two workouts four times a week and then on our own, we're also doing a player-organized skills and 7on7 session three evenings per week.
Our workouts focus on speed and agility on the field and then we also get in our work in the weight room. Strength and conditioning coach Jason Loscalzo was brought in by Coach Mike Leach over the winter and has us on an excellent training regimen.
He has already made good use of the sandpit, the "Leach Beach", where the entire team goes through numerous drills aimed at enhancing our leg joints and muscles on the uneven surface. The sand makes it very hard to gain traction and maintain stability -- but the results are almost instantaneous as we repeat the exact same drills on the turf with much greater ease.
Another significant improvement this summer over past summers is the fact that we instantly jumped back into 7on7 drills on the first Monday we all got back. Over the past couple of years the offense and defense have primarily focused on individual drills during evening sessions and waited until late June or early July to start 7on7. Starting 7on7 this early during these player-led practice sessions allows skill players to get a jump on competitive situations and gain valuable live repetitions.
Individual standouts so far during workouts include Rickey Galvin, Travis Long, Xavier Cooper and Eric Oertel. These guys have set the trend on the field and in the weight room with their intensity and ability to lead the entire group.
Top performers so far in 7on7 include Gino Simone, Daniel Simmons and Jeff Tuel. Tuel has made more of an effort to be a leader while Simone continues to impress with superb route running and catching everything in sight. Simmons has turned heads and gained respect by shutting down opponents both in 1on1's and 7on7.
That's all the time I have for my first entry, I hope you guys stay tuned. Feel free to ask questions on the CF.C message boards about anything you want answered about Cougar Football and I'll do my best to answer as many of them as I can.
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Homomorphisms from a finite group into wreath products
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- Schlage-Puchta, JC. Arch. Math. (2011) 96: 27. doi:10.1007/s00013-010-0188-z
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Let G be a finite group, A a finite abelian group. Each homomorphism \({\varphi:G\rightarrow A\wr S_n}\) induces a homomorphism \({\overline{\varphi}:G\rightarrow A}\) in a natural way. We show that as \({\varphi}\) is chosen randomly, then the distribution of \({\overline{\varphi}}\) is close to uniform. As application we prove a conjecture of T. Müller on the number of homomorphisms from a finite group into Weyl groups of type Dn.
Mathematics Subject Classification (2000)20P05 20E22
KeywordsWreath products Homomorphism numbers Weyl groups
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The boy that had gone into the school started coming down the few steps from the front door. "The phone's out. Do you have a cell?"
"I just tried." Michael said. "It says there's no signal."
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"Ok! Fine! You were right! Lets just go!" one of the three boys yelled. The blond haired boy was walking off toward the road and the other two were running right behind him.
"Where are you guys going?" Michael called, hurrying to catch up.
"Tim thinks the road's blocked, " the taller boy said, gesturing to the blond haired one. "and Nathan says his house is about 15 minutes walk from here, so we're just going to head there."
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Challenge Four.
This is the first of the hard challenges.The Ghazal is a poetry form not yet used in tournament play. The theme for this one, by its definition, is mature: Voyeurism.
You have to be very careful how this subject is treated. Mild and suggestive language is allowed, but no obscenity, and no porn, please. What we're looking for is the more general, and less sexual sense of voyeurism.
In clinical psychology, voyeurism is the sexual interest or spying on people engaged in intimate behaviours, such as undressing, or other activities of a private nature. In popular imagination, the term is used in a more general sense to refer to someone who habitually observes others without their knowledge, with no necessary implication of sexual interest.
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A lyric poem written in 5 -15 couplets (two line stanza)using a single rhyme scheme of (aa, ba, ca, da etc.), sometimes mentioning the poet's name in the last couplet. A better idea of what a ghazal is, can be found here: http://www.writing.com/main/view_item/item_id/712280-WHAT-IS-A-GHAZAL-AND-HOW-TO-WRITE-IT
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The study conducted by the media regulator Ofcom in Britain found that an average Briton spends 45 percent of their waking hours using some sort of technology. The research is aimed to track exactly how long consumers spend on various media. Listening to the radio, viewing television, surfing the web or communicating using other gadgets at work and at home all contribute to the total.
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Crystal Palace boss Neil Warnock has told his players to throw caution to the wind and make the most of their attacking talents this season.
The Eagles are unbeaten in the league since Warnock took over at the end of August, and have scored 10 goals in his five games in charge.
It is a noticeably different approach to that of former boss Tony Pulis, whose success at Selhurst Park last season was firmly centred on a strong work ethic and a mean defence.
"You have a way you want your team to play and you try to remind them of what they can do in certain situations and to not always think defensively," Warnock said.
"I tell them to be positive in what they do - is the glass half empty or half full? It's always half full for me."
Warnock continued: "I think they can play more attacking. It's about belief, without forgetting their good habits.
"We have genuine lads who are committed and I think sometimes you have to try get that balance - while you want to be solid, I want to entertain as well if I can.
"The goals we've conceded haven't really been down to our opponents' ability - they've been down to elementary mistakes, so we've got to become that compact unit that I know we can be.
"But I also think we can create more so it's about having that belief to let ourselves go a bit more in midfield.
"(James) McArthur can score more goals, Mile Jedinak is a bit more free and I think he can get more goals - it's about them contributing more and not just leaving it to the strikers."
After beating both Everton and Leicester, Palace are looking for their third straight victory in the Premier League when they travel to Hull this afternoon.
Warnock named four forwards on the bench for the Eagles' 2-0 win over the Foxes last weekend and he says that is symptomatic of the fearlessness he wants his players to show on the pitch.
"Every one of those forwards I've got at the moment can change the game, whether it's to win a game, calm us down, provide a spark - they've all got different attributes and at my age I'm willing to take that chance," Warnock said.
"I've come into it to enjoy myself. At this stage of my life and career, that's what I want to do and I want the players to enjoy it if they can.
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Designer Vern Yip of HGTV fame recently visited Coral Gardens Estate at Makena Bay. Vern wrote a wonderful blog about contemporary Hawaiian design trends as typified by the interior of Coral Gardens, in an article titled, "Hawaiian paradise inside your home can warm away frostbite of winter", in the March 20th edition of the Washington Post. Click Here to view Vern's Washington Post article. Vern Yip is an interior designer and star of "Bang for Your Buck" and "Live in Vern's House" on HGTV. The all-new interior was imported from Canada and the United States by acclaimed interior designer and decorator, James McIntyre. James McIntyre Design is an international design firm specializing in style forward residential interiors. James is well known for creating exquisitely fresh and cheerful yet comfortable contemporary living areas. After 20 years of successful installations James made his creative debut here on Maui at our very own Coral Gardens Estate.
Set directly overlooking Maui's Makena Bay, Makena Landing, and Maluaka Beach, Coral Gardens Estate is the ideal location to enjoy exceptional ocean views and seasonal sunsets and whale watching. You've also likely heard of "Turtle Town"? Coral Gardens Estate is in the very heart of "Turtle Town". From time to time a pod of dolphins may swim into the shallow waters in front of the house too! Other sea life that you may be able to view are rays, whales, tropical reef fish, monk seals, crabs, lobsters and more.
Directly from the property or from the park that adjoins the property, you can swim, snorkel, scuba dive, paddle board, and kayak. Coral Gardens Estate at Makena Bay offers the perfect indoor/outdoor living experience. From the pool patio area, there is immediate ocean access just 14 steps away on both sides of the property. To utilize these access routes you will want to wear foot protection. For sandy sloping and easy beach access, just traverse Makena Landing park for one half block and use the beach and boat ramp area to get into the horseshoe shaped bay.
Your vacation at Coral Gardens Estate will likely be most memorable for the picture-perfect panoramic ocean views. Gaze out at a panoramic azure blue sea while enjoying the infinity-edge heated pool, poolside whirlpool spa, and cabana bar. This terraced tropical haven is further enhanced with evening mood lighting throughout the garden, a Hawaiian-style thatched roof tiki bar, Stainless gas BBQ, outdoor dining, assorted lounging and seating areas, and outdoor shower. Relax on one of several padded reclining chaise lounge chairs while sunning on the very private patio.
The ocean view outdoor living areas, heated swimming pool and whirlpool spa are surrounded by tropical gardens - with the sound of the waves in the distance, it's hard to imagine a more relaxing setting. Make the most of outdoor living with the alfresco poolside dining area, private cabana bar and gas barbecue-grill or enjoy a more formal and elegant ocean view dining setting within this comfortable home.
Within Coral Gardens Estate, the lower level of the home focuses on an expansive open-air and very modern styled great room with fully retracting sliding glass walls. The sofa set, kitchen bar counter, and indoor dining table were designed to easily accommodate eight guests. This ocean view living room is framed by an oversized HDTV and sound system. The fully equipped kitchen has top-quality appliances by Wolfe, Bosch and Sub-Zero as well as a separate wine refrigerator, Nespresso and Keurig Coffee Makers, and plenty of food storage space. On the lower level you will also find another third suite with a very spacious bedroom, parlor room, bath, and direct access to the pool patio. Behind the kitchen is a large laundry center, full shower bath, and a queen bedroom.
The upper level is comprised of two spacious private bedroom suites, each on a separate end of the house for maximum privacy. The panoramic ocean view bedrooms have king-size beds with elegant en-suite baths. Each suite opens up to a spacious ocean view alfresco covered veranda. A day bed and two other sofa beds provide extra sleeping areas for those who do not want to share beds.
We are dedicated to providing a first class vacation experience, therefore each room at Coral Gardens Estate has a large flat panel HD TV, DirectTV sat service, HD Blu-Ray CD/DVD player, and iPod dock. The great room and pool patio also have a multi-zone central speaker system. There is complimentary wi-fi and wired high speed internet, a printer/fax, security system, and other conveniences provided.
Walk or drive less than half a mile to sandy Maluaka Beach, a gorgeous half-moon shaped public sandy beach with public facilities. See beach access section below for additional beach adventures. Snorkel sail boats and charter boats operate from Maluaka Beach for sailing trips, snorkel sails, and sunset sails. Within a few blocks of Coral Gardens Estate are three championship golf courses, tennis courts, and not far away is Makena Stables for a horseback riding adventure. Wailea Golf Courses offer players some of the most verdant and picturesque golf of any tropical destination.
As a Private Paradise Villas guest, you also now have an opportunity to play golf at Maui's premiere private club, The King Kamehameha Golf Club, for a special limited time per player fee of $175 + tax in the mornings or $155 + tax in the afternoons, through September 30, 2016. Rates from October 1 are $190 + tax in the mornings and $170 + tax in the afternoons, still a great discount from the regular price of $225 and $205, plus tax. Limited tee times available, ask your Personal Concierge for reservations! You are also invited to visit their Frank Lloyd Wright designed clubhouse that is adorned with exquisite Hawaiian art where lunch is served in the Wai Kahe Restaurant. You may also want to experience the comforts of the private club with their talented massage therapists.
This vacation home is just minutes from Wailea Resort, Hawaii's premiere resort that is well known amongst discerning travelers for its legendary climate, unlimited water sports and ocean recreation, golden sand beaches, multiple championship Golf Courses, driving range, elegant Tennis Center and beautiful meandering beach side walking promenade. Outstanding dining is available at nearby restaurants and within the Shops at Wailea. Wailea and Makena Resort hotels have state-of-art spas, salons, deli stores, and offer dozens of additional dining options. The expansive Shops at Wailea is a 5 minute drive from Coral Gardens Estate. At The Shops At Wailea there are 4 more restaurants (Tommy Bahama, Longhi's, Cheeseburger in Paradise, and Ruth's Chris Steakhouse. The Shops at Wailea is open nightly until 9pm for after dinner shopping in cool evening fresh air. Pick up luxury goods at Chanel, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Coach and other stores that are unique to the islands.
A visit to Coral Gardens Estate will only be complete with an evening out at the nearby Mulligan's pub to listen to Hawaii's legendary Willie K play guitar and sing. Willie K is not to be missed. Other sunset and evening entertainment, featuring live local island music is available at numerous hotel bars and in local restaurants. Your Personal Concierge can also arrange for an array of special island experiences including canoe riding, surfing lessons, outrigger canoe sailing, fishing, lei making, hula lessons, star gazing, personal hiking trips, catamaran charters, scuba or paddle board lessons, private trainers, yoga coaches, and more.
A few features and amenities we would like to emphasize include:
- Bona-Fide "Four Seasons Hotel" trained professional and complimentary Personal Concierge Service - our very own trend-setting signature service since 1995
- Re-freshed all new interior decor, furnishings, beds, and more!
- Local on-island Property Manager
- Heated Infinity-edge Swimming Pool
- Jacuzzi Whirlpool Spa
- Poolside tiki bar with refrigerator, sink, stainless BBQ gas grill
- Outdoor Shower
- Gated grounds with security gate access
- Landscape lighting throughout property
- Ocean access gate
- Parking for 4 vehicles
- Central air-conditioning
- Ceiling fans throughout
- Alarm system - linked to a central security system
- Satellite DirectTV
- Blu-ray CD/DVD players
- Central sound system
- iPod docking station
- Free Wi-Fi access
- Free Long Distance Calls
- Wireless telephones in all rooms
- Printer
- Fax machine
- Multiple safes
- Two laundry centers
- Elevator
- Hairdryers
- Wine refrigerator
- Sub-Zero and Wolfe appliances
When you choose Coral Gardens Estate at Makena Bay via Private Paradise Villas, you receive an array of complimentary amenities and services at no extra charge! For this reservation there are NO extra:
- Arrival Fees
- Daily Resort Fees
- Mandatory Occupied Cleaning Fee
Stay here and enjoy a great location, excellent amenities, delightful sunsets, home-like atmosphere, and convenient access to Wailea Resorts. Just a few of the inclusive complimentary benefits provided are Personal Concierge Service, parking for multiple cars, high speed wireless internet access, local phone calls, housekeeping services, tropical bath treats, and personalized in-villa greeting orientation.
GUESTS of Private Paradise Villas rental management and reservation service receive access to many valuable services...
- Personalized In-Villa Welcome Greeting and Orientation
- Custom Island Itinerary and Orientation In-Villa
- Complimentary Late Check-Out (when available - confirmed during week of departure)
- A private villa that is unsurpassed in Quality and Cleanliness
- An abundant array of pre-stocked supplies including bountiful numbers of towels, extra linens, paper products, office supply
- Extensive supply of good-quality cooking and dining supplies
- Top-quality in-villa coffee and tea making facilities and other basic kitchen stock such as herbs/spices
- Two In-Villa Safes, Copier/Scanner/Printer/Fax, Local Calls, Parking
- Bona-Fide "Four Seasons Hotel" trained professional and complimentary Personal Concierge Service
- In-room Massage, Spa, Yoga, and Personal Training Pampering on request at cost
- Butler or Private Chef available upon request at cost
- Personal Shopping Service for Groceries and Misc. Errands upon request at cost
- Local Maui-based property management available for all of your needs
A private chef can be available for hire to grocery shop, or to prepare and serve up to 3 meals per day. You may wish to consider the luxury of having a chef-prepared gourmet dinner served in-villa and al-fresco on your arrival evening! Ready to grill complete meals can be delivered, or fully cooked ready-to-eat dining including salads and snacks are additional options.
To enjoy the famous water slide and special pools at the Grand Wailea Resort (height requirement applies), contact our Concierge for assistance with special overnight single room rates at the Grand Wailea Resort. One room rented at the Grand Wailea Resort for one night will entitle four guests per day to enjoy the facilities at The Grand Wailea Resort. Another way to enjoy the water slide and pools at the Grand Wailea Resort is to rent a private tent cabana at the Grand Wailea Resort pool area. Rental of a cabana provides access to for up to four persons per day per cabana. Reservations are accepted only within 24 hours on a space available basis. You do not have to stay at the Grand Wailea to enjoy this amenity. You may also rent sports gear and beach chaise lounges/umbrellas in front of the Grand Wailea on Wailea Beach. Please call your Personal Concierge for further information.
Private Paradise Villas provides all guests with a distinctive and innovative series of private services and amenities including our complimentary no-charge "Four Seasons Hotel" quality "Personal Concierge Service", a resourceful and gracious guide to getting the most out of your Maui vacation.
Your Personal Concierge is available for complimentary assistance to assemble a Custom Concierge Itinerary prior to your arrival, including assistance with golf tee-times, dining reservations, child care, private boat charters, jet charters, sailing, snorkeling, or scuba dive excursions, swimming or surfing lessons, tours and sightseeing, exclusive helicopter tours, in-villa massage and spa pampering, portrait photographs, and any and all other special needs.
Private Paradise Villas, based on Maui Island, was chosen by a handful of discerning owners to serve as their meticulous and conscientious independent rental and management representative. Private Paradise Villas is the direct and exclusive source for reservations for this accommodation. We will be personally responsible for your comfort and enjoyment during your vacation.
Irene Ann Aroner, Owner of Private Paradise Villas, was named as a Villa Rental Specialist for Hawaii by Conde' Nast Traveler Magazine for many successive years. Private Paradise Villas was named as a Silver Award winner in Travel Weekly`s 2012 Magellan Awards...one of only two villa rental agencies worldwide to be named in the those awards, and the only villa agency award recipient in Hawaii.
In 2017, Private Paradise Villas celebrates 22 years of exceeding customer expectations!
A recent guest had this to say about our service..."Private Paradise Villas is the real deal - a genuine dream team of vacation experts for anyone wanting a spectacular holiday! I want to send this message of thanks and appreciation to all of the other behind-the-scenes staff at Private Paradise Villas. This has been a wonderful holiday for our family which would not have been possible without your help in guiding us towards this gorgeous villa. You have been efficient, kind, organized, conscientious, insightful, and a model of integrity. Many, many thanks to you all, and our best wishes for continued success with clients on both sides of the ledger - the ones who own the villas and the ones who rent them. You do a great job balancing the equation for all parties." The F Family. May, 2014
SPECIFIC RENTAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS STIPULATED BY MAUI COUNTY AS A CONDITION OF SHORT-TERM (vacation) RENTAL PERMIT/LICENSE:
a) Quiet hours from 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., during which time the noise from the short-term rental home shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors. Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area;
b) Amplified sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries of the short-term rental home is prohibited;
c) Vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area and shall not be parked on the street;
d) No parties or group gatherings other than registered guests shall occur;
e) The shoreline area is the property of the people of Hawai' i, and is open for the free use by everyone;
f) Occupancy is for 2 guests per bedroom; and
g) Rental is for one set of guests (family, group, etc.) at a time. Property is not rented at the same time to multiple sets of guests or to unaffiliated persons.
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Private Ocean view Home in Makena
This was our fourth trip to Maui and it was the best. Thanks to Coral Gardens in Makena. The luxury home is perched on Makena Bay ('turtle town') and did not disappoint. We were a family of 6 (my elderly parents and two kids 11 and 14). The home is immaculately maintained and the owner has spent considerable time, having every amenity one would need. From beach umbrellas and chairs to an excellent coffee maker, the home is fully stocked. The absolute best part of the home is the pool and patio with a manicured garden,a gazeebo bar and mini fridge. I even found myself sweeping some of the leaves everyday just to keep it looking perfect.As you sip on a cold beverage or sit in the zero edge pool, you will enjoy a breathtaking view of Makena Bay and watch the numerous boats visit turtle town for snorkeling.
We recently enjoyed ten days of pure bliss at this fantastic oceanfront home with our entire family. The home itself, as well as the fantastic service and care from everyone at Tropical Villa Vacations, made this a vacation to remember. This is truly like renting your own resort. Everyone from my husband and I, to the young adults, to our grandson absolutely loved having our own pool and being so close to the beach and snorkelling. We would love to return some day to this tropical paradise. We did not venture out to restaurants, as we enjoyed the superb gourmet kitchen and BBQ facilities, as well as the tiki bar, far too much to leave!
Coral Gardens Estate at Makena Bay is a newly re-decorated and updated ultra-lux 4,800 square foot 4 bedroom (King, King, King, Queen) 4 bath virtual oceanfront home with spectacular panoramic ocean views. Set directly overlooking Maui's Makena Bay, Makena Landing, and Maluaka Beach, Coral Gardens Estate is the ideal location to enjoy exceptional ocean views and seasonal sunsets and whale watching. You've also likely heard of "Turtle Town"? Coral Gardens Estate is in the very heart of "Turtle Town". From time to time a pod of dolphins may swim into the shallow waters in front of the house too! Other sea life that you may be able to view are rays, whales, tropical reef fish, monk seals, crabs, lobsters and more.
Walk or drive less than half a mile to sandy Maluaka Beach, a gorgeous half-moon shaped public sandy beach with public facilities. See beach access section below for additional beach adventures. Snorkel sail boats and charter boats operate from Maluaka Beach for sailing trips, snorkel sails, and sunset sails. Within a few blocks of Coral Gardens Estate are three championship golf courses, tennis courts, and not far away is Makena Stables for a horseback riding adventure.


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Feb 20, 2010 at 9:21 pm #1255533
I've been checking out ULA's Ohm pack and was wondering if anyone could tell me how much slack the side compression cords have. I'm basically wondering if I'd be able to store my TT Contrail in one of the side pockets and secure it with the compression cords. As the cords aren't elastic it looks like it could be a bit tight from the photo. Any info. would be much appreciated.Feb 20, 2010 at 9:33 pm #1576580
Ryan TealeBPL Member
@monstertruck-2Locale: Almost Yosemite
I think it will be no problem. I have carried a medium size tripod along the side on my ohm and had a bearikade filling up the main body of the pack. The non-stretch cord could easily be replaced with a shock cord if you prefer to do that. The back pocket would also have plenty of room to stuff your shelter into. I carried a duomid and nettent in the back pocket of my ohm.
RyanFeb 20, 2010 at 11:03 pm #1576599
I think you would need to do what Ryan suggested – add shock cord. Otherwise you would encroach into the main bag. However, that shelter should fit no problem in the front pocket…..Feb 21, 2010 at 4:23 am #1576620
Hendrik MorkelBPL Member
@skullmonkeyLocale: Finland
I had my Scarp 1 in its packsack in the side pocket, not behind all of the compression cord but only the top one, and that worked fine. I believe if I want I could fit the whole tent behind all of the compression cord if I'd want to. The front pocket, as mentioned, is likely your best option, though.Feb 21, 2010 at 8:19 am #1576654
D GSpectator
@dangLocale: Pacific Northwet
Hi Nathan,
The side compression cord on the Ohm is just a piece of chord with a knot on one end and a cord lock on the other.
I think you would have no problem putting a contrail in the side pocket with the length of cord supplied, but in the worst case you could just replace the cord with a longer piece.Feb 21, 2010 at 10:06 am #1576684
Jeffs ElevenBPL Member
@woodenwizardLocale: NePo
Also, you would just need 1 piece of the cord over the top end of the tent. Even with the pack full there should be enough slack to spare for one of the crisscrossing sections of cord to secure the top. Its not like tons of force will be pulling on it…Feb 21, 2010 at 11:43 am #1576707
I just checked for you and yes the contrail fits while the pack is empty. It does however (like others said) encroach on the pack volume in the main compartment. My advice would be to either replace the supplied chord with bungee type chord or use the front pocket as I intend to do. It fits perfectly in there with plenty of room left over for rain gear or whatever you'd choose.Feb 21, 2010 at 1:58 pm #1576739
Thanks for the replies and thanks Greg for checking that out. Sounds like the side will work well, and if not the front pocket will… I was considering the side option only because I thought that putting the contrail's 1.5 lbs in the front pocket would maybe throw off the load a bit. Sounds good either way though. Another question about the Ohm – how does this pack work with hydration bladders? I use bladders almost exclusively and I prefer to store them inside the main compartment against my back. Anyway to make this work with the Ohm? Is there a port anywhere for the hose? Thanks again.Feb 21, 2010 at 3:36 pm #1576778
The Ohm comes with a removable pocket for a water bladder. It attaches on the inside of the pack against your back unless you use a pad as a frame sheet.(There are straps on the inside to hold a pad in place.) If you choose to do this, the water bladder bag will rest against the pad. You can rout the tube over either shoulder as there are openings on both sides.
One more thing about the contrail in the side pouch. I placed the contrail in the side pocket and it completely filled and even stretched it a good bit. It really distorted the bottom of the pack. It would work, but I'm not so sure how well your pack would load and you'd probably need to put the tent in before loading the rest of the pack.Feb 22, 2010 at 8:28 am #1577030
Thanks Greg. While I'm at it, I thought I'd run a couple more questions by you. It sounds like your recommendation is the contrail in the front pocket…does having the weight there affect the stability of the load in terms of carrying? Generally I try to avoid packing heavier objects in that area of a pack. Regarding the pad straps/pad as framesheet:
Do you use your pad as a frame sheet and, if so, is it a better carry when you do so? Also, what pad do you use (if you do) as a frame sheet? I'm wondering how much room there is to work with on the pad straps. I generally use a Ridge Rest but it seems like the bulky, rolled shape could be an issue. What would be the optimal pad for use in this way? Finally, does the pack still carry comfortably without using the pad as frame sheet.
If at any point you get tired of my constant questions just let me know :) Otherwise, any more info. you want to throw out regarding the Ohm would be great. It looks like it would be a killer pack once I get my base weight down just a bit more.
– NateFeb 22, 2010 at 9:13 am #1577047
Let me say first that I'm no expert with this pack. I actually just received it last week and haven't had the opportunity to hike with it yet. I have however loaded it up and walked around so I'll give you my initial impressions…
I loaded the pack with sleeping bag and clothing in the bottom enclosed in a compactor bag trying to leave them compressed as little as possible. Next went my food bag with about 8 pounds in it. On top I loaded my kitchen, my filter and my neo air rolled up. I then loaded the contrail in the front pocket. By loading in this manner, I was able to really compress the pack using the side compression chord. Made for a nice compact little brick. I didn't feel like the tent threw the load balance off at all but ymmv there. Also to note, this load with pack came in just over 20 pounds and felt great on my back.
As far as pads go, well I'm definitely no expert there either but judging from the room, I'd say a small prolite would fit nicely. I actually have a BA air core pillow that fits in the pad straps like it was designed to go there. Makes for a perfect back pad for me. The pack does come with a thin foam pad you can use as well so you don't have to use your sleep pad there.
As far as other things to consider,… One of the biggest selling points of this pack to me were the hip belt stabilizers and the load lifting straps. This is one of the few really light packs that include those and for me were a big deal. I like being able to adjust how the load rides. This would probably make a difference in how much you notice that contrail in the front pocket too.
I can't think of a whole lot more from initial impressions but if you have any more questions, I'm happy to answer what I can. Heck, I love talking about this pack!Feb 22, 2010 at 10:05 am #1577070
Curt OMember
@rockstrodkaLocale: Central Florida
>>Also, what pad do you use (if you do) as a frame sheet?
A small ProLite3 folded in thirds works very well. I put it in with the valve closed, pack the remainder of my stuff, then open the valve to let it inflate slightly
I haven't tried the Ohm without a pad; I'm sure you can make it comfortable if you pack carefully. Since I was used to resting my feet on my Vapor Trail while in my sleeping bag, I am bringing a short length of Z-rest to sit on in camp and provide insulation for my feet (my Ohm did not come with the foam pad, which is now included but does not provide much load transfer).Feb 22, 2010 at 10:14 am #1577075
A pad for comfort is not needed with the OHM. I never used one in the back panel and it was really comfy. I was careful not to pack pointy things against the backpanel.Feb 23, 2010 at 6:23 am #1577408
Thanks for the info fellas. Curt and Greg: do you guys think the use of inflatable pad/pillow gives you much load transfer or is this primarily a back pad/convenient storage situation? Also, I use a 3L Big Zip Platy for my hydro bladder – it's pretty big (empty dimensions 18.75" x 7.75", tapers toward the bottom). Do you think something that size would work well in this pack?Feb 23, 2010 at 7:23 am #1577435
A sleeping pad will do nothing for load transfer in the OHM – the Delron hoop takes care of that. It is for comfort, should you need it.Feb 23, 2010 at 8:22 am #1577460
Like David said, there really doesn't appear to be any load transfer by using a pad in the pad sleeve. It's mainly for comfort and a nifty place to store your pad if it fits there.
As far as the bladder pocket, it measures 16" x 8.5". I think your bladder would fit fine.Feb 23, 2010 at 8:56 am #1577480
Justin McMinnMember
@akajutLocale: Central Oklahoma
Just use the compression chords on the sides to make sure you pack the main compartment solid. The hoop will do the rest.Feb 24, 2010 at 12:00 pm #1578070
Hey Greg, how's the hip-belt on the Ohm? Comfortable/decent padding? Also what do you think of the hip-belt pockets? Where do they attach on the belt? Have any trips planned with the new pack anytime soon? I'd love to hear how it performs out on the trail.
NateFeb 24, 2010 at 12:07 pm #1578072
Jeffs ElevenBPL Member
@woodenwizardLocale: NePo
Can't speak for the pockets, but I like the padding on the hipbelt. I'm 35" waist and the large is a little too big as far as the overall belt (I have it cinched all the way even with multi layers) but where the pad goes feels very comfortable. It is smaller but if you pack right, it transfers the load well and is very comfortable.Feb 24, 2010 at 12:17 pm #1578076
Thanks Jeff. Good to know the padding is comfy, and the info about sizing is helpful. I noticed on their website that they don't do the small hip-belt for the ohm which is a concern for me. I'm a slim dude and I always have to cinch hip-belts all the way down. Definitely will ask ULA about that if I decide to make a purchase.
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Before and me and behind me were a line of police cars. Their blue and red lights flashed in the eerie silence which filled the street. Alejandro and Nathan stood alone on the sidewalk, behind a barrier the policemen had set up. I was a good sport. I waited for the enemy to take the first strike. They had called in reinforcements; several police stood in a line with riot shields and full face masks.
I grinned wickedly, allowing my long claws to slide out, my mouth opening to display my fangs.
The line of men tightened, jostling together in fear. I eyed the nearest man, focusing on his jugular vein which pulsed beneath his skin, taunting me with the hot blood beneath.
But I would not kill them. I would prove to them that I was not a monster. I would fight back, yes, but nothing would compel me to slaughter innocent humans.
One aimed a dart gun over his shield. I swerved to avoid it as the tiny feathered needle whizzed by my left ear. The man who had fired swore, reloading his weapon.
I crouched to the ground, my spine shifting, my tail snapping back and forth. My claws tip-tapped upon the concrete as I drew closer and closer.
The line of police shifted backwards a few steps, the fear evident in their eyes.
I opened my mouth and spoke two words. Just two.
"For freedom,"
I sprang.
I latched my hands onto one of the men's shield, wrenching it from his hands. He cried out, backing away in fear. The crowd that had gathered beyond the barriers began to stir. They were cheering. Cheering for me.
I immobilized him with a quick bite to his thigh, whirling around to face my next attacker. Their shields and weapons were no match for my strength and vicious bite. Soon, they had all drawn back, nursing their wounds.
I looked up to see a helicopter circling overhead, its metal blades causing a strong gale to whip my hair into my face. Gunfire sprayed the ground around me, suddenly. The police had drawn back, not because they were afraid, but because of the coming rain. The rain of fire.
The metal bullets tore up the street beneath me, chunks of pavement flying up into the air. I screeched as one ripped through my arm, blood spraying crimson before me.
I ran. I had promised myself I wouldn't, but I wasn't running for my life. I was running for the nearest building. I took a leap of faith and ran up the side of the brick building that Nathan and Alejandro were near. This involved jumping over the police barrier, much to the dismay of the crowd. The screams of fear reached my ears, penetrating my mind. I winced, but continued scaling the wall, my claws finally hooking on the roof. I swung myself up to face the helicopter.
This was it.
I knew who was on that helicopter. I could smell him. My father.
The helicopter hovered before me, a few feet above the surface of the building's roof. My father held out his hand, shouting something, but it was drowned out by the roar of the flying machine.
I roared back at it, baring my fangs. I launched myself towards it, towards the spinning blades of death. I closed my eyes and prepared myself in mid leap.
I am not Angela Fredericks.
I am Fang.
My eyes snapped open. My body hit the blades. Hard. I scrabbled for a hold as I was flung around and around. Finally, I sank my claws in. The helicopter lifted upwards as I unbalanced it. It spun drunkenly for a moment before crashing downwards. I let go, freefalling beside it. I watched its passengers tumbling around inside of it like clothing in a washing machine. My father's face was bloody, his shirt torn, his lab coat long gone.
The last thing I thought of before the ground rose up to meet me were my new friends, Nathan and Alejandro.
Goodbye cruel world.


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- Thomas as Sora
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- Percy: Sorry. Not quite. Much like Thomas there, I'm just zeroes and ones that look like somebody you know. Memories used to fill Trevor's journal- but when they were pulled apart and then stitched back together, bugs appeared. It was these bugs... that kept the book from being completely restored. Of all the possible vessels to protect the data, I was chosen from the journal's pages. The full set of memories was transferred inside of me to shield them from corruption. So, in a way...what I really am is Trevor's journal.
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- Percy: You really haven't notice? All right...
- Edward: Datascape? We're in the journal?!
- Bash: Your Majesty! Your Majesty!
- Dash: If you can hear us, please say something!
- Edward: Bash? Dash? (Bash? Dash?)
- Dash We finally got through!
- Bash: The room was empty when we came back, and we've been searching the data for you ever since!
- Duck: Well if Thomas' here with us, and Bash and Dash are out there lookin' in, then...
- Edward: Then we really are inside the datascape, just like Percy said. Maybe you can tell us-is there any way for us to get back home?
- Dash: Oh no!
- Bash: Someone's trying to break into the data from the outside!
- Percy: A hacker! If that's ture, then there won't any way out for you.
- Dash: You have to escape before-
- Edward: Bash? Dash!
- Percy: No luck. The link from here to the real world has been totally cut.
- Billy: How 'bout some good news?
- Percy: If we repair the link, a new pathway should open. Of course, that's if these bugs weren't around.
- Thomas: I don't understand it all, but... basically this means you guys can't get home, right? Okay. I'll go bash the bugs for you.
- Billy: You will!?
- Duck: That's swell!
- Edward: Thomas. That's another one we owe ya.
- Thomas: Who says we're keeping score? We're all friends, right? Right. See you.


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I self publish as Castle Books publishing, courtesy of my high-speed printer in my basement!
I have been a university professor (of anatomy) for nearly thirty years. My hobby and interest for over fifty years has been medieval history and castles.
I have made many trips to Europe to visit castles. I have also attended a children's writers' workshop in Winchester. How do I pay for the trips? I have published several very successful textbooks. I love to design model and toy castles; in fact, I love toys so much that I just bought a 63,000 square foot toy and party store called Party Palace.
In addition to my textbooks, which are published by McGraw-Hill, and for which I earn very good royalties, I have published several books on the history of science (Dark Remedy: the History of Thalidomide, Perseus) and on science and religion (Evolution and Mormonism, Signature; Who Are the Children of Lehi?, Kofford).
The royalties from those books are a different story. Just having a book published by a "real" publisher doesn't mean you spend every day running to the bank with a royalty check in hand, or even twice a year. I hardly make enough every six months from those books to pay for the gas to take the royalty check to the bank.
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That brings me to self publishing. First, every thing that is said on these pages about self-publishing is correct - it is by no means an easy way to do books. However, my first self-published book, "The Castle Builder's Handbook," which is also available on CD and online, makes as much for me per book as the ones I have done with publishers make in six months. That's one of the issues: income per book.
However, I have a friend who self publishes, and all her money goes to the printer.
I bought my own $500 high volume, high speed printer and set it up in my basement, along with a $200 spiral binder. When someone orders a castle book, I go down to my printing office and run one off.
I give people the financial incentive to buy the electronic book online, so I don't even have to turn on my printer. All I have to do is electronically transfer the funds from Pay Pal to my bank account. I don't even have to spend the gas to drive to the bank!
I am about to retire from teaching and am now starting on a new adventure: I am self-publishing the first of a fourteen book series (Castle Books Publishing trough Xlibris) about a thirteenth century squire by the name of William de Braose - a real boy in the middle of a huge political storm in the English court. The book series is sort of a thirteenth century Tom Sawyer, as young William is always in trouble - because he has ADD and pays no attention to instructions (it might as well be autobiographical).
The key to this endeavor is I'm retiring from teaching. I am going into this project with my eyes wide open. I am well aware that I have to do all my own publicity - incidentally, that's a problem I had with some of my books published by publishers - but that's another story.
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It was truly a rare sight to see. The never ending storm that always blanketed Ame had, at least temporarily, lifted. There were still a few clouds lazing in the sky, but they were few and far between. To see the clear blue sky that resided above this war torn country was a once-in-a-lifetime sight to behold. It was for this reason that the beholder was somewhat glad it was going to be the last thing she ever saw.
Konan was floating on the surface of the water, staring up into the sky. She knew she was going to die, there was absolutely no doubt in her mind. After using her Kami no Shisha no Jutsu(1) she had exhausted her chakra; plus Madara stabbing her clean though didn't help either. He had pieced her stomach, and even now she could feel stomach acid burning in her body. Madara's genjutsu had ended only moments ago and for that she was glad; she had accepted her fate and wanted to die seeing what was really there and hearing only her thoughts.
'I'm sorry Nagato.' She thought as she closed her eyes. Her legs had just sunk under the water and she could feel the rest of her body start following. 'I wasn't able to protect you from that man. I wasn't able to be the support to the bridge your's and Yahiko's hopes now rest on. I failed you two. At least the three of us will be able to see each other again.' By now everything but her face was under water. 'My one regret is that I'll never get to see a world in peace; the peace the three of us strived for.' After that final thought she became completely submerged.
All she saw was blackness. Whether it was because she was dead or had her eyes closed she wasn't sure. However, in front of her appeared a blinding light. When the shining died down she was able to make out an eye, a very familiar eye. 'The rinnegan. Nagato?' The eye suddenly began to glow before letting off a pulse. Outside of her mind her body, which had only sunk about a foot, began glowing a purplish grey color as a ripple of chakra flowed out from it in the perfect shape of the eye. Abruptly, she felt her body being push up and out of the water. After breaching the surface she started coughing and trying to take in huge gulps of air. When she settled down she opened her eyes and saw a blue sky in her vision once again.
'What was that? Did I imagine it just now?' She felt pain rip though her from her stomach after finishing the thought. Deciding it didn't matter she closed her eyes and once again waited for death to claim her. It was then she noticed something.
'Why are there waves in a lake?' She wondered as she bobbed with the waves as they went by. Not being able to come up with an answer she just went with the flow. Not that she could move with her wounds or in her state of exhaustion. And so she stayed, riding on the waves as they carried her away. It wasn't long, however, before they carried her somewhere.
Konan could feel herself rise to the top of the wave that just formed. She expected to crash onto the water again as it fell, but was rather surprised to hit land. Coughing out the water and sand that entered her mouth, she was barely able to open her eyes.
She couldn't make out much other then past the beach seemed to be lush land. The edge of her vision was black and everything was blurred. She couldn't hear anything except the waves that continuously pounded against the shore. She felt cold and the darkness at the edge of her vision was creeping inwards, slowly enveloping everything.
Looks like she could hear something else after all. Struggling Konan managed to turn her head to see a woman in purple and a young child running to her. She also managed to make out something else in the background, and it led to her final thought as she lost consciousness. 'How can a tree of that size exist.'
Konan could feel her mind crawling out of the dark that surrounded it. However, even with consciousness returning to her she didn't open her eyes. Listening to her surroundings she didn't hear anyone; no footsteps, no talking, and no breathing. Feeling secure that she was alone she opened her eyes to take in everything around her.
She appeared to be in someone's room. She was laying on a bed that sat in the corner of the room, right under a window. There was a dresser, a bookcase, and a desk on the other three walls. Trying to sit up she felt a tightening around her stomach. She let out a hiss of pain as she got into a sitting position.
Looking herself over Konan realized she wasn't in her clothes. She was wearing a simple white tee-shirt and black pants. Lifting the shirt to expose her midriff she discovered that someone had treated her wounds. Her stomach was bandaged and the bandages were slightly red. Reaching up to her throat, were Madara had grabbed her, she found that bandaged as well.
It was then she heard a door close and footsteps heading her way. Deciding she'd get nothing out of pretending to be asleep she stayed in her sitting position and waited. She didn't have to wait long before someone entered.
"Your awake! How? You were supposed to be unconscious for a couple more days." The stranger said.
The stranger was a woman with short blonde hair and brown eyes. She wore a light blue v-neck shirt with black pants. She also wore a purple overcoat and a matching purple bandana over her hair. Konan very vaguely recognized her as the woman running towards her on the beach. The woman walked over and checked Konan's wounds.
"Hmmm, those bandages will need to be changed soon, but at least it's bleeding a lot less. By the way, my names Gram; I'm the one that's been treating you." Gram said to the ex-akatsuki member. Konan kept on a stoic face as she asked a simple yet important question.
"Where am I?" her question seemed to momentarily surprise Gram before she collected herself.
"You're on Ohara Island." She answered. Seeing her guests raised brow she elaborated. "It's in the West Blue. We're pretty famous for having the Tree of Knowledge."
An enormous tree flashed in Konan's mind. 'She must be talking about that tree. I've never heard of it, or this Ohara Island in West Blue. Where in the world did I end up?' "I'm sorry, but I'm not familiar with any of that. Perhaps I have amnesia." Konan said. Gram had stated the island to be famous, her not knowing about it would look suspicious. Plus, this way she could find out more information.
"Oh, you poor woman. Do you at least remember your name?" Gram asked. Thinking it best to keep her name to herself for the time being, she shook her head in the negative.
"Well don't you worry, I'll help you out however I can. I'm sure some of the others wouldn't mind either." Gram proclaimed.
"Others?" Konan asked.
"Don't worry about that now, just focus on getting your rest. I'll be back with some water and food in a minute." With that Gram left the room. Seeing nothing else to do Konan laid back down and rested.
One week later
It's been a rather eventful week for Konan. While resting Gram brought over a young girl named Nico Robin to see her. Apparently she was the girl that found her and helped bring her back to Gram's home. The girl had definitely surprised her though when she sprouted extra hands. She seemed a bit frightened when she realized she did this and looked to Konan to see if she saw. For her part Konan merely raised a brow and said, "Interesting ability. However I've seen far odder techniques." Konan didn't know it at the time, but that had instantly put her as a friend in Robin's book.
After that little incident Konan would ask the girl questions and get what information she could out of the girl. Apparently there are five oceans that made up the majority of the world. There was also a power struggle between the marines and the pirates, the later of which has increased exponentially since Gol D. Rogers execution earlier that year. Another interesting tidbit she learned was about so called devil fruits. Apparently they have an amazing power sealed in them and you gain that power by eating it, but the ocean turns against you and you can never swim again. That's were Robins abilities came for, or so she was told.
Now was the first time she had been out of the room since she was found. She's healing up quite nicely and is finally able to move around outside. Her destination was the beach; there was something she needed to test out. She arrived quickly and looked around to see if anyone was around. Not seeing or hearing anything she began gathering her chakra. After gathering it to the soles of her feet, Konan stepped onto the water.
While resting she noticed that her chakra felt...odd, like a piece of it was missing. She couldn't quite put her finger on it, but decided to wait to test things out. Nobody here seemed to use chakra, so she was being extra cautious.
Her foot made contact with the water and... didn't sink. Taking a few more steps Konan was now standing above a foot of water with the ease she has been for years. Nodding to herself she walked back to the beach and was once again standing on sand. Trying something else she prepared to use her Shikigami no Mai (2). Focusing, she realized with a start that nothing was happening. Trying again, this time using the hands seals she surpassed using long ago, she was still unable to perform the jutsu.
'What is going on? My chakra is fine and undisturbed, yet I'm unable to do this jutsu. Hmm, I wonder?' Breaking out of thought she bent down and put her hand above the sand. Channeling chakra to it she tried to shift the sand by hitting it with the chakra emitted from her hand. She was surprised to see no change in the sand. The chakra was staying on and within her hand.
'For some reason my chakra can't leave my body. And when I try to shape or change it it won't allow me to. What is going on?' She frowned in thought. Looking up she noted the position of the sun and remembered an appointment she had to keep. 'I'll think more on this later. For no I need more information.' With that she left the beach and headed to her next destination.
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"So, you're the person everyones been talking about. It's nice to meet you, but may I ask what you're doing here?" Professor Clover asked.
Professor Clover was an interesting man to say the least. He had light green hair that was in the shape of a four-leaf clover. A mohawk on top, two portions jutting out left and right in the shape of a clovers leaves, and finally a beard as the bottom leaf. This man was the director of the Ohara library and its top scholar.
Konan had requested a meeting with this man as soon as she'd been able to move freely. She wanted information, so where better to get it then the Tree of Knowledge. And this person was the one who would give her the okay or not. Though if he does refuse she'll just sneak in and get want she wants that way. This way was just easier.
"I was wondering if I'd be able to read some of these books here. I'm hoping reading or seeing something familiar will help jog my memory." Konan said in a calm voice as she continued to play her charade.
Professor Clover seemed to think it over for a minute before out right laughing. Konan raised a brow in response.
"You're more then welcome to the library my dear. Any who have a pursuit of knowledge and the drive to further it are all welcome." He said after getting his laughter under control.
"Arigatou gozaimasu Clover-san. If you don't mind I'd like to start right away." Konan said.
"Yes, yes, of course. If there's anything you need help with don't be afraid to ask." He said as he watched her enter the main library. Konan nodded her head.
"I'll keep that in mind."
After that Konan looked around the library. She had to admit that it held an impressive array of books. Picking one up she began her research. 'I don't know where I am, but I'm not dead. That means I can still try to help bring about peace. First I just have to find out what's wrong with my chakra and how to get back to the Elemental Countries. Nagato, Yahiko, I won't fail you two again, I swear it.'
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And there we have it, my response to Thanathos challenge. The reason I picked Konan is because I think she had a lot more potential to give, and I like her character. Plus I saw something about one piece that made me think of Konan and this idea was born.
As for her jutsu, she will get them back in a sense, but not exactly like they were. Everything will be explained in a couple of chapters. I also don't think I'm doing a pairing in this story. I just don't see it happening. Also rating might change.
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We, the NetCF team, have decided to combine our blog with the other teams doing mobile development work in our organization, namely the Visual Studio for Devices team and the Silverlight Mobile team.
From now on, all .Net Compact Framework material will be posted on the Mobile Developer blog. We'll continue to keep this site up so you can still find all the previous material we've posted.
Enjoy the new site!
The NetCF team.