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Having problems with your Hoover U6437-900 / U6439-900 Windtunnel Bagged Upright Vacuum ?
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\015\012I would advise you to ALWAYS to FIRST UNPLUG YOUR VACUUM before beginning any service procedure.
\015\012The reason it seems like the belt is too big is probable correct, you may have the wrong size belt for your vacuum, use genuine belts – your particular model is a self propelled model and takes two (2) belts and they should stretch on very tightly and snug and it is smart to use the genuine belt package for the model that you have and we Recommended the belt change for flat belt(s) are 4 to 6 months for better cleaning
\015\012They should be tight on the belt pulleys in order to do the best cleaning – use genuine belts
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\015\012I would advise you to ALWAYS to FIRST UNPLUG YOUR VACUUM before beginning any service procedure.
\015\012The reason it seems like the belt is too big is probable correct, you may have the wrong size belt for your vacuum, use genuine belts – your particular model is a self propelled model and takes two (2) belts and they should stretch on very tightly and snug and it is smart to use the genuine belt package for the model that you have and we Recommended the belt change for flat belt(s) are 4 to 6 months for better cleaning
\015\012They should be tight on the belt pulleys in order to do the best cleaning – use genuine belts
\015\012Contact our Customer Service Department at 1.330.499.9499
Monday through Friday
8 a.m. - 7 p.m. EST
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Hoover U6437-900 U6439-900 Upright\015\012LOOSE BELT. THE BELT IS STILL LOOSE EVEN AFTER REPLACING\015\012\015\012I would advise you to ALWAYS to FIRST UNPLUG YOUR VACUUM before beginning any service procedure. ... Hoover U6437-900 / U6439-900 Windtunnel Bagged Upright Vacuum
Hoover Wind Tunnel 7500 Brush not Turning. I have replaced the Brush and the belt. The problem does not seem to be either to me. I believe might be a missing part. The place were the belt hooks on is a metal pole which never seems to grip the belt well. In fact it seems loose most of the time and slips on the brush, causing the belt to eventually burn up. Could there be a missing plastic or rubber piece meant to hold the belt taught on the metal pole?
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The brushes will not rotate on my hoover vacuum. the belts are in good shape, the motor is turning the vacuum motor, but the belt on the brushes seems loose. I ordered a replacement belt but still nothing. Their is a small "idler" but their dosent seem to be enough tension on the belt. Any ideas?
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Hoover U6445-900 bagged self propelled Mach 6.9 brush will not turn, replaced belts, not the problem....housing cover seems loose & when manifulated the belt brush will turn. Any ideas on what the problem could be? Thanks!
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Brush Roll belt stops turning durring vacuuming on WindTunnel self-propelled, v belt is a little loose with handle down. Tensioning roll is engaged OK, but fully at the end of its travel. Replaced belts flat and v, but still stops turning even on high carpet setting when vacuuming. Carpet setting and height adjustment appears to be working OK, roll is clean and turns easily when out. Also turns easily until it engages the carpet. Self propel function works just fine.
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Noise My Dyson DC08 is making a loud, rough, vibration/noise that seems to be coming from the from the rotating brush housing. I replaced the old belt which was several years old and slipping. When I run the motor with the new belt removed the machine sounds normal. The bearings on the rotating brush seem to be running smoothly when turned by hand both when out of the brush holder and when installed in the machine. I can't find anything rubbing on the belt or rotating brush. I applied a bit o
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The gear that turns the dual brushes on my Bissell Spot Lifter 1716 seems to be stripped. The belt looks loose as well, but when I take the belt cover and the brush assembly out, the gear that turns the brushes is loose and appears to be stripped on the cogs. When I turn the machine on the belt turns the gear but the brushes just sit there an vibrate. They make an attempt to turn now and then but not much. Need to get a schematic or the parts so I can order the gear if it is available and th
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Hoover U6433-900 brush turns intermittently - Belts are in tact but the lower thin one seems loose. How often do they need to be replaced?
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I replaced the belt on the vaccum cleaner for the brush and it just seems too loose. How do I tighten it? Do you have a diagram I can look at. I lost my instruction booklet.
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We are trying to replace the belt on the bissell 89q9 model. We purchased belt 8 and got in onto the brush however the brush doesn't spin anymore. Even trying to turn it by hand doesn't work. One end of the brush has a round end to slide in (clear end piece); however the other has a rectangular end to slide in (black end) so we don't even know how it ever turned. Any suggestions?
Remove the beater brush assy & remove the\015\012shaft & brgs that go through it 7 clean out the \015\012hair,fuss ect,so it will turn\015\012\015\012You need to take your vacuum apart once a year or more\015\012to clean ... Vacuums
I have a Hoover pet cyclonic upright model uh70085. the brush won't spin, I thought maybe the small belt was stretched, I ordered the correct replacement belt and replaced it, I still have slack and the brush won't turn. the floor and brush adjustment seems to be working correctly. Thanks, Tom
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Hoover Windtunnel U5750-900 Agitator brush is weak. It turns fine if I tilt the vacuum back, but it slows to almost 1/4 speed when it touches carpet, even on the highest carpet setting. I've replaced the agitator belt twice. The brush used to turn powerfully even on the lowest (Hard Floor) setting. Ideas? I should probably lube the agitator brush ball bearings, and re-check the belt, but, other than that, I'm stumped.
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I replaced the belt in our Eureka Boss Smart Vac, it still seems loose, it uses a type R belt. The beater belt still doesn't seem to turn properly and seems that it doesn't pick up very well when I use it on my berber carpet. We have 2 dogs and I like to use it frequently. I have changed the bags and belt......
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Brushes are not rotating, V-belt seems too loose
V-belt suppose to be loose (according the manual). I just replaces it (and was worry that it is loose), but brush rotating fine. So your problem is somewhere else. ... Hoover U6630-900 WindTunnel Bagless Upright Vacuum
Hi, The belt of our Dirt devil bagless vaccum broke and we got new belt and replaced it. Even after replacing the belt, the brush is not rotating. Any suggestions please ?
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Replace belt and dyson vacuam cleaner, model dc14 I ordered a new belt and brush replacement assembly and we can't seem to understand how to get it apart to change it
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The brush roller stops turning and I can smell the belt burning, then it will catch and start working normal. I looked under the plate to check the belts and they looked okay and no hang ups of string or anything. The only thing that seemed weird was that the smaller belt that actually attaches and turns the roller is a bit loose. The larger belt is tight but looks like its the one that is burning and causing the smell.
Better to replace both belts the smaller one is stretched out thats whyits slipping ,be sure to clean the old rubber off the motor shaft before replacing the belts.it will cause the new belts to run unevevly and go bad before their time ... Hoover U6437-900 / U6439-900 Windtunnel Bagged Upright Vacuum
Replaces the belt on dirt devil dynamite pluse model put everything back together started it and it burt the new belt up that fast. I put it around the beater brush and the metal bar I thought it should go around, yet it seemed like there should be something else there to put the belt on. What do you suggest? Do you have picture I could go by?
The metal bar you put it around if the bar itself does not spin it is going to burn the belt up. Every thing that the belt is supposed to go around has to turn or the belt will rub on the piece not moving and brake. ... Vacuums
I have a Dyson all-floor model (not the ball). I recently replaced my carpet to a Frieze. Since replacing the carpet, the Dyson is extremely hard to push. It almost forms a "seal" with the carpet. Seems to work fine on Berber carpet and laminate floor. My husband has checked to make sure the brushes are working, hoses are not clogged and belts are OK. I've had it for about a year. It is virutally impossible to push on the new carpet. Any ideas?
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I have an Oreck XL Platnium. It smells like burning rubber and the brush roller binds and stops as you pull it back and forth, even on a hard floor. I have changed the belt 2 times. I have taken the brush roller out and checked it. It seems to be spinning freely. What could be wrong??
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My machine (Hoover Wind Tunnel - bagless) is only 1 yr. old. The agitator brush doesn't turn all the time. I know it's not supposed to turn when in the upright position. However, it only seems to work when I have the setting on high. When I stop, but have not put the machine in the upright position, it stops again and then slowly starts moving. Could the V-belt be worn out already? In the owner's manual it states that this belt is not normally replaced. The exact same thing happened with my old
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The brush on my hoover windtunnel will not turn.. I checked the v belt and it seems like its intact .. is it suppose to be inside the groove or just on the grove..it seems loose laying on the grove
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No suction I have new belts. Everything is clean. No clogs. When I turn it on it smells like rubber , the brush doesnt spin. Everything seems to be free flowing.. Roller brush isnt stuck on the ends. Took off hose to make sure no clogs anywhere. There is not even suction thru the hose with the handle in upright position.
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Kubu Bingin is a two story Balinese beach house,located at Bingin beach.The house over looks one of bali's most famous left handers.Kubu Bingin is perfect for beach junkies,group of friends who just want to relax and enjoy nature.
On the top floor we have a double bed ( the gecko room), guests can enjoy the view on their private deck. down stairs we have two single beds, and easy access to the beach.
gecko room is best for yoga enthusiast
kubu bingin is at the bottom of bingin cliff and right on the beach.the closest you can get to the ocean
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Easy access to the beach and surf,t is literally right in front of you.
Interazione con gli ospiti
We can arrange surf lessons and airport transport for our guests
surf lessons: $350,000 IDR / person
airport transport : $250,000 IDR
airport drop off: $200,000 IDR
scooter rental: 60000 IDR/day
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FOOD: we do not include breakfast but there are several warungs near the beach house, so no need to worry. Places that sell vegan food, organic food and sunset fish BBQ are also on the beach.
PARTIES: if you don't want to go all the way to Kuta for a night out, you can check out Cashew Tree on a Thursday night ( walk-able distance ) and Single finn on Sunday nights ( scooter 10 min) for your safety better take a taxi.
SURF and BEACHES: The beach house is at walk-able distance to dreamland and impossibles. if you have a scooter you can also easily get to Padang Padang, Uluwatu, Balangan.
Sight seeing: Uluwatu Temple's Fire Dance at sunset very day is amazing.
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best way to get around is renting a scooter or get a local taxi ( view interaction for price)
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As Bingin beach is located beneath a cliff, the path down can be difficult with heavy luggage, please pack light or we can hire a porter.
Also note we do not accept late check ins (arriving after 7 pm) as the path can be dangerous at night, due to the lack of light and steep steps.
lastly, mega and i will not always be there for the check in, we do try our best to catch up with you the next day or some point of your stay. We have our staff Kopral that will show you around. His english is not perfect and is quite shy, if somethings are left unclear please feel free to contact us and we are happy to help :)
please respect the house and your surrounding.
please do not leave open flame lying around as the house is made out of wood.
Please contact us directly if you need anything, even if it is questions like where to go for dinner !
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Bangi Gateway's first phase consists of a four-storey shopping complex together with three-storey shop and office units and an underground single-level carpark covering 2.43ha.
While the shopping complex is owned by K-Langat in equal share between the two partner companies, the rest of the first phase has already been sold, with several business already setting up shop or in the midst of doing so.
Anchor tenants for the shopping complex itself include Jaya Grocers, MPH, Kenny Rogers and Yamaha Music School, the last renting a space of over 1021.9 square metres alone.
Currently, the shopping complex sees nearly 10,000 visitors a day, with more on the weekend.
According to Golden Peninsular's group managing director Datuk Dr Richard Cheong, K-Langat will still be in charge of maintenance, security as well as parking management for the complex.
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The next two phases will consist of a medical centre measuring 23,226 sq m and an office tower. The office tower will feature a street mall and more three-storey shop and office lots.
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Things You'll Need
- 1/4-inch-drive ratchet
- 1/4-inch-drive socket set
- Penetrating spray
- Cotton swabs
- Clean rag
- Phillips screwdriver
- 1 can aerosol dielectric spray
- Dielectric grease tube
Open the hood on the F-150. Disconnect the intake hose from the throttle body by loosening the clamp with a 1/4-inch-drive ratchet and socket. Disconnect the intake air hose from the mass airflow sensor by loosening the clamp and pulling free the hose from the MAF. Disconnect by hand the small vacuum hose attached to the intake hose.
Completely remove the air intake hose from your work area. Apply penetrating spray to a cotton swab. Dab the penetrating spray onto the throttle position senor mounting screws until they are moist. Place a rag beneath the TPS so you do not drip flammable penetrating spray on the engine. Allow the penetrating spray to set for at least 10 to 15 minutes.
Remove by hand the electrical connector from the TPS. Set the connector away from the TPS body so it does not obstruct removal of the senor. Remove the two TPS mounting screws from the sensor, using a Phillips screwdriver. Pull the TPS horizontally off the throttle body.
Apply dielectric spray to a cotton swab. Shake the cotton swab to remove the excess liquid from the swab. Wipe the swab into the electrical connector port on the TPS to remove dirt and debris from the TPS plug port. Inspect the connector posts inside the plug port. If the posts are discolored white or green, you have corroded posts. Replace the TPS if the posts are corroded.
Spray the other end of the cotton swab with dielectric cleaner, and again shake the swab. Wipe the circular recess on the throttle body side of the TPS to remove oil and debris from the contact surface. Horizontally install the TPS onto the throttle body after you have cleaned the contact surface, making sure to align the valve body shaft with the small hole in the contact surface. Install the mounting screws, and tighten them snug with the screwdriver.
Apply a coating of dielectric grease into the plug port on the TPS. Insert the electrical connector onto the TPS and firmly press it until it clicks and locks into place. Install the intake hose onto the throttle body and the MAF. Tighten both clamps snug with a 1/4-inch-drive ratchet and socket. Install the small vacuum tube into the middle of the intake hose.
Tips & Warnings
- This project involves working on and near the throttle body of the truck, which emits automotive gasoline vapors. These vapors are extremely flammable. Keep this project away from sparks, flame, static electrical charge, and refrain from smoking while cleaning the TPS.
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Grand Palladium Bávaro Suites Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
About the Hotel
Property Location
A stay at Grand Palladium Bávaro Suites Resort & Spa - All Inclusive places you in the heart of Punta Cana, convenient to Cortecito Beach and Casino Diamante Punta Cana Grand. This 4-star resort is within close proximity of Los Corales Beach and Cocotal Golf and Country Club.
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Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless Internet access, babysitting/childcare (surcharge), and an arcade/game room.
This resort is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.
Enjoy a meal at one of the resort's dining establishments, which include 13 restaurants and a coffee shop/café. From your room, you can also access room service (during limited hours). Visit one of the 14 bars/lounges, 5 beach bars, and 4 poolside bars for a refreshing drink.
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Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Punta Cana? This resort has 605 square feet (54 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Hotel Facilities
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Lazy river
- Conference space size (meters) - 54
- Billiards or pool table
- Multilingual staff
- Spa services on site
- Number of outdoor pools - 4
- Beach towels
- Number of restaurants - 13
- Children's club (free)
- Number of floors - 2
- Business center
- Turkish bath/Hammam
- Tennis on site
- Number of beach bars - 5
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Total number of rooms - 636
- Conference space size (feet) - 605
- Beach umbrellas
- Wedding services
- Free use of nearby fitness center
- Nightclub
- Meeting rooms 7
- Free WiFi
- Number of swim-up bars - 4
- Express check-out
- Casino
- Arcade/game room
- Luggage storage
- Number of meeting rooms - 7
- Grocery/convenience store
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Free breakfast
- Number of poolside bars - 4
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Computer station
- Hair salon
- Fitness facilities
- Sauna
- Free self parking
- Terrace
- Garden
- Number of buildings/towers - 67
- Pool umbrellas
- Full-service spa
- Outdoor tennis courts - 6
- Children's pool
- Supervised childcare/activities (free)
- Conference center
- Pool sun loungers
- ATM/banking
- Coffee shop or café
- Snack bar/deli
- Parking (limited spaces)
- On private beach
- Number of bars/lounges - 14
- Shopping on site
- 24-hour front desk
- Beach sun loungers
Room Facilities
- Room service (limited hours)
- Furnished balcony or patio
- Flat-panel TV
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Free bottled water
- Pillow menu
- Sofa bed
- In-room massage available
- Ceiling fan
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Jetted bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Minibar (stocked, free items)
- Daily housekeeping
- MP3 docking station
- In-room safe (laptop compatible)
- Satellite TV service
- Free toiletries
- Coffee/tea maker
- Iron/ironing board
Hotel Policy
Know Before You Go
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
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Coping with Austerity: Poverty and Inequality in Latin America
€ 29,99
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September 1995
BeschreibungConcern about the pervasiveness of poverty and income inequality in Latin America goes beyond the issue of social justice. The persistence of mass poverty and inequality pits different social groups against one another and leads to a polarization that makes consistent economic policy formation difficult. National productivity may also suffer in economies with poorly educated workforces lacking adequate health care. Statistics on poverty and inequality in Latin America are rudimentary and often conflicting. Yet it is known that poverty became more widespread in the region during the last decade as it experienced economic decline. About 180 million people, or two out of every five in the area, are now living in poverty--some 50 million more than in 1980. It is also known that income and wealth are far more unequally distributed in Latin America than in most other developing regions. This book provides a much-needed assessment of how poverty, inequality, and social indicators have fared in several Latin American countries over the past decade. Experts from Latin America and the U.S. focus attention on the extent of poverty and inequality and how they have been affected by the debt crisis and adjustment of the 1980s. They explain that issues of poverty and inequality were neglected as governments in Latin America struggled to restore stability and growth to their economies. Social sector spending declined sharply, affecting both the quality and quantity of services provided. The contributors examine how poverty and inequality are--or are not--being addressed in each country. They also explore the viability of alternative approaches to combating poverty and reducing inequality. They explainthat virtually no one denies that governments must take a leading role in the provision of health, education, and other social services. Yet there are sharp debates--over the compatibility of social spending with economic adjustment and stabilization; the priority of social
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Verlag: BROOKINGS INSTITUTION
Erscheinungsdatum: September 1995
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♥Special thank you to Niou-kun (PerfectlyModest is her penname) for all her input (and for writing the fic that I wanted to write instead of writing this)!
Title: "Tenipuri Online!"
Author: All4thebasilisk
Rating: As of now, I'll stick with PG.
Summary: All the Kantou schools have arranged a secret "Keyboard Pal" program for the tennis players. Each player selects a screenname and must correspond with whomever he is randomly given online. But as the name implies, the two keyboard buddies don't know whom they've been given…
Pairings: We'll see…Notes: Author's notes will be enclosed in parentheses throughout the story.
And without further ado, let the instant messaging begin!
From: Inui Sadaharu (Dataman)
To: Yanagi Renji (Dataman2)
Subject: The non-regular participants will not hold us back.
I have uncovered several other screennames, and there is an eighty-eight percent chance that you know the same ones. I recommend that we skip from conversation to conversation to confirm. There is a seventy-six percent chance that you have perfected the program that makes us invisible to our subjects, so we can properly tap into their conversations. My data suggests that most Keyboard Pals are online late at night, so I will contact you then.
(Explanation: Since I've been away for so long and haven't updated in AGES, this chapter is a little treat. Nearly every previous IM pair and many new ones will be in it, though each conversation will be shorter than usual. Some of the new ones will be continued in later chapters, some will not. Be aware, though, that Yanagi HAS perfected the program, and anytime Inui and Yanagi speak, no one else hears.)
(A/N: Some of the new IM's have the people meeting for the first time, some do not. Don't worry, you haven't missed a chapter!)
WhyNot: Why? Why did you help me? Why haven't you been answering my IM's? Why do I always have to keep a cell phone near my bed?
PerfectlyModest: Actually, I haven't responded to your IM's because I hired the best minds in Japan to figure you out. Now I know how to deal with you. I helped you because it was good publicity. And you have to keep a cell phone near your bed in case you're mugged again.
IntellectuallyChallenged: That is 64 NOT Atobe Keigo.
GettingDumbAndDumber: I agree. Obviously, he has hired the best minds in Japan to figure out how to deal with Itsuki and to actually deal with him.
WhyNot: Why? Why would I be mugged again? Why did you hire people to figure me out? Why is it good publicity?
PerfectlyModest: Your family is just taking precautions. My patience with you was running out, and anything that makes me seem good is good publicity.
WhyNot: Why? Why are you answering my questions? Why aren't you ignoring them? Why can't I think up any new questions?
PerfectlyModest: This is the solution to you. If I answer your questions, the well of "whys" will run dry so quickly, you won't be able to think of questions. You mind will be too full of… answers.
WhyNot: Why? Why does it work that way…? Chlorophyll! Human behavior! Emc squared! He adds extra spin to the ball by rolling it on his racket! The bandage is for decorative purposes! He's obsessed with himself! The net has to be low enough that a ball will pass over it!
PerfectlyModest: Unfortunately, now the boy has too many answers. Well, I'll let Mr. High-and-Mighty "Oresama will give you much money to obey me" to deal with this. I'm going to get my payment.
(Fowl-boy can use "dane" because Twin knows who he is already.)
FoultoCallmeFoul: I can't believe you're Atsushi's brother, dane!
TennisTwin: …I can't believe you're still hooked on that. You found out who I was a week ago.
FoultoCallmeFowl: It's so cool, though, dane! I mean, do you guys really look exactly alike?
TennisTwin: That's why we're called IDENTICAL. Sheesh.FoultoCallmeFowl: Do you have a secret language, dane?
TennisTwin: What?
FoultoCallmeFowl: I'll bet you do. All identical twins do, dane! You probably have some weird name for it, like aelmis or something…
TennisTwin: You're too obsessed with this twin thing!
FoultoCallmeFowl: …so when you told Atsushi that I was a baka that one time, you probably weren't speaking Japanese at all, dane, and didn't call me an idiot!
TennisTwin: I. Don't. Have. A. Secret. Language.
FoultoCallmeFowl: Uh-huh, dane. wink Your secret is safe with me.
TennisTwin: I DON'T HAVE A SECRET LANGUAGE!
FoultoCallmeFowl: Don't worry! I won't tell, dane!
Automated Response: TennisTwin has signed offline.
YoungBuchou: SO GOOD TO HEAR FROM YOU AGAIN! WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN? I WAS WORRIED!3ada: My captain told me that it would be cowardly not to face you again, so I returned. But will you please… tone down… the enthusiasm?
YoungBuchou: AM I ENTHUSIASTIC? I ALWAYS TRY TO BE UPBEAT! I'M SO HAPPY THAT SOMEONE SAW IT!
3ada: No.
YoungBuchou: WHY ARE YOU GETTING A HEADACHE? HAVE YOU BEEN STARING AT A COMPUTER SCREEN FOR TOO LONG? MAYBE YOU GET SOME FRESH AIR! DO YOU PLAY TENNIS?
3ada: Yes.
YoungBuchou: THAT'S SUCH A COINCIDENCE! SO DO I! (A/N: At this point, 3ada is thinking, "no. God, no." lol) I'M EVEN THE BUCHOU OF MY TEAM! HOW ABOUT YOU?
3ada: No.
YoungBuchou: THAT'S TOO BAD! MAYBE NEXT YEAR!
3ada: No.
YoungBuchou: OH! I HOPE I'LL BE BUCHOU AGAIN NEXT YEAR! IT'S A LOT OF FUN! NOT AS MUCH FUN AS PLAYING TENNIS, THOUGH!
3ada: Yes.
IntellectuallyChallenged: There is a 70 chance that 3ada is from Rikkai.
GettingDumbAndDumber: My data agrees with yours. I also believe that there is a ninety-nine percent chance that 3ada will terminate this conversation within three minutes.
IntellectuallyChallenged: Incorrect.
GettingDumbAndDumber: You disagree?
IntellectuallyChallenged: It will only be two.
YoungBuchou: I LOVE THIS PROGRAM! IT HELPS ME MEET NEW PEOPLE! I CAN'T WAIT UNTIL I MEET YOU! THEN WE CAN PLAY TENNIS AFTERWARDS!
3ada: NO!
YoungBuchou: WHY NOT? ARE YOU AFRAID OF PLAYING A BUCHOU? DON'T WORRY, IT'LL BE LOTS OF FUN! THEN WE CAN GO OUT FOR ICE CREAM AFTERWARDS! I LOVE ICE CREAM! IT TASTES DELICIOUS!
Automated Response: 3ada has signed offline.
MuttererSeesItAll: Now you're online again, and I'm in the middle of doing a research report for school, but you're never online and now you'll probably expect me to drop everything and talk to you but I need to finish the report or sensei will be angry at me and want me to stay after school and finish it but I have practice after school and buchou will be mad, so I'll be pushed down and I'll always have to play doubles and I don't like playing doubles because my doubles partner always yells at the other team and makes them mad and I'm always afraid that they'll get angry at him and beat buchou up because everyone thinks that buchou is really tough but I always see his sister bossing him around and how tough can he be if he always gives in to her, and-
TK1007: If you don't want to talk right now, I don't mind coming back another time.
MuttererSeesItAll: And now he's all offended and probably will tell everyone that I'm a rude person when he finds out who I am but that's not true I'm always really polite and I'm normal in public, not like that guy from the street tennis courts who's really rude and never even showers so he smells really bad and no one wants to tell him that he has body odor but I know that I'm a clean person so I don't worry that people say I smell because I always shower and I use a special mousse afterwards that my sister gave me and it makes her hair all curly so I followed the directions but my hair's still straight and now the whole team thinks that I'm a girl because my sister told buchou's sister and she told everyone and I was really embarrassed because I like buchou's sister, but-
TK1007: I'm not offended. I really don't mind.
MuttererSeesItAll: He's probably lying through his teeth because that's what people do like that girl who told me that she'd stop throwing rocks with messages on them at my window at midnight if I kissed her and I did but she still does it and now all of her friends do it too because they think that now I'll kiss them and buchou's sister says that it's because I kissed one and I shouldn't kiss any more because then more will come and my father is already angry at all of them and he called the police last night and in school today all the girls told me that they were sorry and wanted to make it up to me and they wanted to take me out for ice cream but buchou's sister said that I shouldn't encourage them and buchou's sister knows these things so I told them no and they followed me home again-
TK1007: Why don't you keep working, and I'll talk to you another time? Goodbye.
MuttererSeesItAll: He wants me to work and everyone wants me to work even on other people's work like the three boys who pushed me against the wall today and told me that I have to write their reports for them and I said yes at first but buchou's sister said that I shouldn't or they'll always expect me to do it for them so I told them I couldn't but then they beat me up and now I have a black and blue mark on my cheek and it's really ugly and my sister wanted to put something on it so no one can see it but that's too much like makeup and I don't want buchou's sister to laugh at me so I said no but now I have a bruise that matches my hair and everyone will laugh at me tomorrow even the teachers except for the geography teacher because she has a crush on me and wouldn't laugh, probably.
Automated Response: TK1007 has signed offline.
TennisWhiz: Nice to meet you! I hope you're somewhat good at tennis. I'm only here to meet my equals, though I don't even know if they exist. I mean, I have two years of tennis experience, and I'm really good!
DataCollector: That's… fascinating. (Now imagine a strange, low laugh.) I would LOVE to hear more about your tennis play. Please, continue! Any information is useful… er, very interesting! That's all! I love hearing about people playing tennis.
TennisWhiz: Well, I'm probably not supposed to tell you this, but my team is REALLY good. We're even going to the Nationals! And I'm at the top of an extremely talented team.
DataCollector: Are you the captain?
TennisWhiz: Well, not yet… but I will be within a year or two. Everyone knows already, and they all treat me with respect.
DataCollector: Very interesting… So, tell me- are you undefeated?
TennisWhiz: Well… essentially. I mean, I've never lost in an official tournament, but there were several times when I allowed myself to lose to inspire lesser players. Every good future captain should.
DataCollector: Of course. Of course. I completely agree. Now, why don't you tell me more about your team. Are they stronger in doubles or singles, in your opinion?
TennisWhiz: Oh, they're very strong in both. A good, solid team. The top of Kantou. That's why I chose to go to a tennis school like… like mine. I will lead only the strongest team!
DataCollector: I've got to go now, but I'll be back tomorrow. I'd love to hear more information!
TennisWhiz: I'll be back, then, too.
DataCollector: And to think that I thought this program was going to be a waste of time…!
TennisStarWannabe: So good to talk to you again! This program's going to be over soon and I was afraid I wouldn't be able to reach you before then!
Nanisure: …
TennisStarWannabe: So, were you at the Kantou Championship game? With Echizen Ryoma?
Nanisure: …
TennisStarWannabe: I saw the whole thing! It was incredible how he just started imitating all of his opponents' play styles! I wish I could be like him!
Nanisure: …
TennisStarWannabe: I really admire Echizen Ryoma! He's my goal! Someday, I'm going to be just like him!
Nanisure: …
TennisStarWannabe: Yeah, I guess I should try to be my own tennis player, but I can't help but look up to Echizen Ryoma!
Nanisure: …
TennisStarWannabe: Have you ever played him? I did, once, and I even won a few points off him! It was incredible!
Nanisure: …
TennisStarWannabe: But now, I think he's gotten so good that I probably won't even be able to touch the ball! I'm so excited!
Nanisure: …
TennisStarWannabe: Well, I've got to go now, but I can't wait to talk to you again! I love connecting with new people!
OneShotWithAllMySoul: How are you today?
Urusai: Shut up.
OneShotWithAllMySoul: I… I think we may have gotten off on the wrong foot. For some reason, we just haven't been getting along.
Urusai: You're really annoying.
OneShotWithAllMySoul: I'm sorry if I did anything to offend you… I didn't mean to!
Urusai: You offend me with your presence.
OneShotWithAllMySoul: But how can you say that? We barely know each other, and we have at least one thing in common in that we both love tennis, right?
Urusai: I. Hate. Tennis.
OneShotWithAllMySoul: You do? Why?
Urusai: It 's almost as annoying as you are.
OneShotWithAllMySoul: But why do you play it, then?
Urusai: I don't.
OneShotWithAllMySoul: But… then how are you on a tennis team?
Urusai: I'm not.
OneShotWithAllMySoul: Maybe there's been some sort of misunderstanding, then. I think I must've been given the wrong screenname. I apologize for your time.
Urusai: What?
Automated Response: OneShotWithAllMySoul has signed offline.
TallAndStrong: So, how've you been?
SushiChef: Great! I've been helping around the house a lot recently, so I haven't had much time for tennis. But I can go online at night, when the shop is closed.
TallAndStrong: So that's how you've been going online every night! I was wondering…
SushiChef: It's just that sometimes I wish I could spend more time on tennis now, since I'll have to quit next year.
TallAndStrong: Right… you told me about that. I'm sorry. I love tennis- I don't know what I'd do without it.
SushiChef: I know! I mean, when I play, I'm like a completely different person… unique and my own player!
TallAndStrong: Unique…
SushiChef: Is something wrong?
TallAndStrong: Yes… no… kind of. I mean, what would you do if you ad an incredible tennis shot at your disposal, one you developed that's virtually undefeatable, used it ONCE during a match, and then discovered players you don't even know using it?
SushiChef: What do you mean?
TallAndStrong: I only used it once, and now half the country seems to be using it and twisting it into different moves! MY shot! Is that fair, I ask you?
SushiChef: I'm… sorry. That must be horrible for you. People who steal others' moves without giving them credit are despicable, I agree.
TallAndStrong: Imagine my surprise at seeing a "Snake Hadokyuu" at Kantou. My move. MY move!
SushiChef: Hadokyuuu? Did you say Hadokyuu?
TallAndStrong: Yes…why?
SushiChef: …No reason. But, uh, I've really got to go. I'll speak to you some other time!
TallAndStrong: Wait! What's with you?
Automated Response: SushiChef has signed offline.
MoleNotBug: You will not believe what happened to me today.
RedAndReady: Oh? What now?
MoleNotBug: You know that guy I told you about? The one who's always muttering?
RedAndReady:The one who uses mousse?
MoleNotBug: Yeah, that one. Well now, he's being stalked by a bunch of girls.
RedAndReady:Stalked? Really stalked?
MoleNotBug: Well, if you call waking him up in the middle of the night by throwing messages through his window being stalked…
RedAndReady:You're kidding. Why are they so obsessed with him?
MoleNotBug: Well, he's really smart and good-looking, and I guess because he mutters a lot, he's also mysterious…
RedAndReady:Sounds like YOU like him, too.
MoleNotBug: Not really. He's just a friend… besides, why would it matter to YOU if I like him?
RedAndReady:Who says it would? I don't care.
MoleNotBug: You don't?
RedAndReady: No.
MoleNotBug: Really?
RedAndReady: Okay, MAYBE.
MoleNotBug: Really?
RedAndReady: WHAT DO YOU WANT ME TO SAY?
MoleNotBug: I don't know! I really don't!
RedAndReady: It's not like we really know each other-
MoleNotBug: -but we do, somehow…
RedAndReady: You know what? Come with your brother to the thing where we meet our Keyboard Pals. Then we can talk… really, I mean.
MoleNotBug: I think I will.
IntellectuallyChallenged: My data predicts that these two will not be happy to meet each other.
GettingDumbAndDumber: Mine disagrees. He will. She will not.
IntellectuallyChallenged: I'm inclined to follow your data, seeing as you know him best…
It'sChan: Where have you been the past few days?
NekoLover: I was doing late-night training.
It'sChan: More? You train too much.
NekoLover: I do not! Believe me, if you were in MY situation, you would, too.
It'sChan: Oh? What's your situation?
NekoLover: Well, there's this other guy on my tennis team, and we're basically rivals. But he's really good at tennis! There's no way I can lose to him!
It'sChan: I know the feeling. I mean, I also have a rival on my team, and he's also really good, but I wouldn't spend my whole life training just to beat him! I mean, he trains a lot more than I do, but he could still maybe beat me if he didn't! He's really talented!
NekoLover: Not as talented as my rival. I mean, mine's beaten some of the top players in the junior high circuit!
It'sChan: So has mine! He has this incredible move that he developed by ACCIDENT!
NekoLover: Let's not fight over this. It's not like it matters. How many times have you told the guy that he was that good?
It'sChan: Never? He's my rival! Have you?
NekoLover: Of course not!
It'sChan: Sometimes I wish that he wouldn't always get on my nerves. It would be nice if we were friends, or at least comrades who respected each other.
NekoLover: Yeah…
GiveMetheMoon: Um… I think there's something we really need to discuss.
Uluv2KnowMe: What is it? Have you run out of space in your school for my fan club? Did too many students sign up?
GiveMetheMoon: …That's not it…
Uluv2KnowMe: Oh! Are they stalking you, hoping to meet me through you? I hope you explained that I choose the girls I speak to very carefully.
GiveMetheMoon: Actually, I-
Uluv2KnowMe: Although, I suppose, you could eliminate certain girls already. I mean, any imperfections on the face automatically rule out some girls.
GiveMetheMoon: But there's-
Uluv2KnowMe: I also prefer hair that doesn't clash with mine. I mean, most red and orange just won't work with me!
GiveMetheMoon: I'm not-
Uluv2KnowMe: I suppose brunettes are invited. But what I really like are girls with really black hair. They look great next to me! I go through girlfriends as quickly as possible, though, so you might want to pick out a large selection.
GiveMetheMoon: You can't-
Uluv2KnowMe: Please stop interrupting me! You must learn to treat me like my fans do! I know most boys react with jealousy instead of admiration, but you're a lackey! You can't be just jealous.
GiveMetheMoon: I need to sign offline.
Uluv2KnowMe: Go ahead, but don't forget about the posters! I want them done before Wednesday!
Automated Response: GiveMetheMoon has signed offline.
BurgerKing: Why don't we try to talk about something that won't make you fall asleep this time? For example… your favorite tennis moves.
Oyasumi!: I think the coolest ones are the tensai moves of Marui Bunta! They're amazing! I love watching Marui play!
BurgerKing: You… what?
Oyasumi!: He's so cool! I want to play him someday!
BurgerKing: Wait a minute… how do you know…him?
Oyasumi!: Well, I don't know him personally, but I've seen him play and he's really incredible! He's the best player in Kantou!
BurgerKing: Well, I don't know about that, but-
Oyasumi!: Don't put down Marui Bunta! I'm his biggest fan! Once, I even went all the way to Kanagawa just to meet him, but I fell asleep on the way and ended up in Kyushu! Someday, I'm going to be able to tell him how great he is!
BurgerKing: Wow. Um… wow. Now I really want to meet you.
Oyasumi!: Why? Hey! Do you think Marui has a Keyboard Pal? Do you think he'll be there when we go at the end of this program! I hope so! That would be great!
BurgerKing: Oh, he'll be there… if you haven't scared him off by acting like a stalker…
Oyasumi!: Really? I'm so excited! Do you know him?
BurgerKing: Could be…
Oyasumi!: Can you sgn;iewuohrghwepeuirwhhbjh
BurgerKing: Asleep again! Yet somehow, I don't think I mind…
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There is no shortage of threats facing America today or emerging on the horizon. In Afghanistan, our military is engaging a dangerous enemy while global terrorism, fueled by a radical ideology, will take more than firepower to defeat. All the while, Iran continues its march toward acquiring nuclear weapons, North Korea continually provokes its neighbors, and China is arming itself faster than any other country in the world.
Each of these threats is unique and presents its own set of challenges, which is why America's armed forces must be prepared on all fronts. This requires that we consistently strengthen our defense capability in preparation for threats even as we adapt to the asymmetric nature of the war in Afghanistan and the overall fight against terrorism.
The type of warfare encompassing the combat mission in Afghanistan is unlike anything our military prepared to face during the Cold War. During that era, American industry developed new technology and manufactured platforms capable of protecting our interests against the conventional threat of Soviet military forces. Many of these resources are still used today, giving our Marines and soldiers an added advantage on the battlefield.
Despite the longevity of most military equipment, the resources that originated during the Cold War are growing older, becoming increasingly unreliable and affecting core security capability, including the ability to project power worldwide.
Nowhere is this more evident than with the aging U.S. naval fleet and the current inventory of fighter aircraft - a point seemingly missed by Defense Secretary Robert Gates during a recent critique of the annual defense budget and our national security funding priorities.
Secretary Gates, in remarks at the Eisenhower Library, made a case for cutting defense spending amid wartime, specifically referencing the rising cost of health care, a top-heavy uniformed and civilian management structure and certain weapon systems. In some areas, there is an obvious need to cut spending and change the way the Department of Defense operates. Much-needed steps were taken this year to enact bipartisan legislation to reform the weapon acquisition process, which will produce greater transparency and cost savings over time.
Similar legislation related to services, management and procurement, now before the Senate, also reduces any opportunity for waste and abuse of taxpayer dollars in the defense arena.
Together, these initiatives are consistent with Gates' call to scrutinize every dollar of the defense budget, reduce operating costs and streamline the acquisition process - initiatives that should be fully embraced and pushed forward against the bureaucratic resistance that seemingly overruns the Pentagon.
Ask any Marine or soldier. They will tell you how much they dislike bureaucracy. As a combat Marine who fought in Iraq and Afghanistan, and now a lawmaker persistently arguing for more roadside bomb infrastructure and surveillance resources in Afghanistan, I know this firsthand. Our servicemen and women must be our first priority.
This includes developing and manufacturing innovative resources that serve the combat mission today and strengthen our posture against future adversaries. On this aspect, Gates' suggested path is cause for considerable concern. Scaling back innovation and production will only weaken American security and erode any technological edge we have retained since the end of the Cold War.
Experience tells us exactly what happens when the defense budget is reduced and modernization falls off track. The Bill Clinton administration cut defense funding severely: in the case of the Army, by 40 percent. In the following years, defense spending was increased, but engagements in Iraq and Afghanis-tan quickly demonstrated the unfortunate impact of the Clinton-era cuts on the readiness of our military and its inventory of resources.
Right now, the average aircraft age is 24 years, compared with just nine years in 1973. At the same time, modernization funding continues to face as much as $20 billion in shortfalls, more so in recent years. Far fewer aircraft are under development and production, affecting both Air Force and Navy inventories, while the Navy faces numerous obstacles to its 30-year shipbuilding plan.
Meanwhile, China's trajectories for surface ships, submarines and fighter aircraft are steadily increasing. Other advancements by Iran and North Korea to acquire nuclear capability have been unwisely met with billions of dollars in cuts to our missile defense budget.
Still, our defense output is declining, whether measured by material resources or gross domestic product. It is now at 4 percent and projected at 3.4 percent by 2015.
Added investment in national defense strengthens security and the economy, providing quality jobs and opportunities for the next generation of scientists and engineers. We can be responsible stewards of taxpayer dollars without undermining our long-term defense capability. The debate over federal spending has helped to raise awareness on what government does with taxpayer money.
Even then, strengthening national defense must remain among our top funding priorities. New security threats will continually emerge, some far more serious than others, making it even more necessary that we are prepared to confront any situation that arises with a fighting force that is second to none.
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19 Dream Closet Designs
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Pretty in Pink Closet
You would never know that this fabulous walk-in closet designed by Nicole Norris, ASID, NCIDQ, was created from an outdoor storage room. An exterior door and window were closed and removed to allow space for custom built-in shelving, providing ample room for clothing, shoes and jewelry.
Pretty in Pink Closet: Lighting
The light from the sparkling hanging fixture bounces off a shimmery petal pink ceiling, while glass shoe shelves mounted in front of pink damask wallpaper provide a beautiful focal point.
Pretty in Pink Closet: Mirror
The custom-designed full-length mirror and the sconces flanking it stand out in front of the horizontal striped wallpaper.
Pretty in Pink Closet: Storage
Compartmentalized drawers keep bracelets in order, while sparkling pink hardware adds a touch of glamour.
Beverly Hills Luxury Closet
You would expect a lot from the master suite closet of a $35 million dollar Beverly Hills home, and you'd get it here. More spacious than some people's entire apartments, this closet features a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, bathroom fixtures, a small refrigerator and a grand leather chaise. An overhead skylight lets in natural lighting, while recessed lighting and a modern, crystal-draped chandelier provide illumination at night. Light wood floors and dark wood shelving give the feeling of a luxurious retail showroom rather than a closet, befitting this 15,500-square-foot mansion just a stone's throw from the luxurious Beverly Hills Hotel. Shelly and Avi Osadon, the husband and wife duo behind SEE Materials and SEE Construction, created the home.
Practical and Pretty Master Closet
This customized closet was designed by Mosaik Design & Remodeling of Portland, Ore., to meet the needs of a couple that travels frequently. The shoe shelves were custom designed specifically for his (yes, his) large shoe collection, and the velvet-lined drawers in her island hold an enviable collection of sunglasses. A built-in ironing board and toiletry organizers are hidden behind the soft white traditional cabinetry.
Practical and Pretty Master Closet: Dual Islands
The his-and-hers islands with tops made of Calacatta marble are just the right height for packing and include benches for comfort and ease when putting on shoes. We love the two unique, glittering chandeliers.
Studio Closet
This closet is actually located in the open corner of a studio apartment, where fashion expert Lindsay Albanese shoots her YouTube videos. Designer Lucinda Pace of Laurel & Wolf found that Lindsay was using her clothes closet for storing boxes, paper towels and other miscellaneous items, while her clothes hung on collapsible rolling racks. The designer created this "Style Studio" for Lindsay along one wall to act as clothing storage, a video set and an apartment design element all in one. The chaise, formerly a catchall for un-hung clothes, was reupholstered in ivory microsuede, and now serves as the perfect place for Lindsay to interview guests.
Chic Teal Dressing Room
What was once a bedroom in a Charleston-style home is now a chic, teal dressing room/closet, thanks to Nicole Norris, ASID, NCIDQ. A cheery turquoise color was chosen for the built-ins and balanced with a luxurious leopard-print carpet. Other glamorous touches include a gorgeous crystal and hemp chandelier, sparkling drawer hardware, an upholstered fabric wall behind the glass shoe shelves and a custom-made, full-length mirror.
Spare Bedroom Turned Glam Closet
When transforming a spare bedroom into a glamorous dressing room, designer Nicole Norris, ASID, NCIDQ, turned the double-door reach-in closet into a custom-designed shoe display alcove with 1/2" thick glass shelves. Luxurious patterned carpeting, gold shimmering wallpaper and neutral furnishings balance out the bright pink shelving.
Spare Bedroom Turned Glam Closet: Luxe Details
Details such as a gilded tri-fold mirror and a creamy hair-on-hide chair add a touch of glamour to the space. Since the room was so large, several ready-made furniture pieces were added in addition to the custom shelving.
A Touch of Tradition
Designer Melissa Greenauer recently transformed a stark, minimalist residence in Manhattan into a warm and elegant retreat from city life for its new owner. The walk-in closet reflects the client's traditional style with rich wood tones and classic detailing like fluted panels, antiqued glass overhead light fixtures and leather hardware. Carlisle Wide Plank Floors' custom hickory flooring is the foundation of Greenaur's design for this well-organized space.
A Closet for Equals
When one closet serves as both his and hers, the husband's space is usually a fraction of the size of the wife's, but not so in this space by Lisa Adams — it has ample room for both. The dark wood appeals to everyone, and the glass-topped center island, which makes for easy accessory viewing, divides the closet right down the middle. The hanging orb lights add a mod touch while softly illuminating the room.
A Closet for Equals: Clothing Storage
Multi-level clothing rods maximizes the real estate for your hanging wardrobe. Decorative touches are kept to a minimum – fresh-cut flowers and globe pendant lights – keeping all eyes on the clothing and accessories.
A Closet for Equals: Shoe Storage
A custom shelving unit is the stand-out feature in this walk-in closet. Stocked with bags and shoes, the backlit shelves show off the sartorial goods while making each item easier to find.
A Closet for Equals: Sunglass Storage
A specialty drawer insert cushions sunglasses and keeps them from scratching.
Contemporary Closet With Dressing Table
Plenty of closets have islands, but this one has a built-in dressing table as well – just the thing for coordinating wardrobe and makeup. This generously sized closet features high hanging clothes racks that smoothly descend down within reach via convenient pulls. Built by Visbeen Architects, Inc. for both her and him, this master closet is nestled between the master bedroom and master bathroom, its design reflecting the contemporary style of the rest of the home.
Amazing Shoe Closet
This shoe closet is so big it can only be captured with a wide-angle lens. Note how the shoes are placed on sliding shelves on a rail system, much like some public libraries use for books in England. That's where Walter James got this idea, when trying to devise a storage system for his wife Tiffany's more than 600 pairs of shoes. Walter designed the closet with three stationary back shelves and three additional rows of double shelves on a track with wheels and a header on top to hold the shelves in place and to keep them stable. The entire closet is made of cedar.
Elegant English Closet
Leave it to London for use of space that's both chic and efficient. In this design by Lisa Adams, we love the full-length mirrors mounted on angled doors so they don't take up valuable closet wall space. The all-white paint makes the narrow room feel more spacious and bright, and the modern crystal chandelier adds a touch of class. Shelves and cupboards reach all the way up to the ceiling for maximum storage space.
Elegant English Closet: Shoe Storage
Cabinetry and shelving extend to the ceiling to maximize storage, and customized compartments hold everything from jewelry to boots to hats to dresses, keeping the transitional space organized and efficient.
Elegant English Closet: Jewelry Storage
Discreet drawers store jewelry and other valuables, while an elegant vanity offers display space for decorative and functional accessories, including a silver and glass cloche that keeps necklaces and bracelets on display.
Elegant English Closet: Smart Compartments
Bags, boots, hats and scarves: Every item has its place in this glamorous custom closet. Pullout drawers for accessories and glass-fronted cabinet doors keep items on display and easy to reach.
A Window to the Soul
Many of us express ourselves in other rooms of the house, but we leave our closets positively generic. Not so for Marasuba Granderson, a real estate investor and entrepreneur who had very humble beginnings in Portugal, then came to the U.S. and achieved the American dream. She found herself in need of an additional 325-square-foot closet to accommodate her couture apparel and over 300 pairs of shoes, so she converted a spare bedroom and had it fitted with imported cherry wood shelving and drawers and custom-designed hardware.
A Window to the Soul: Island
As a finishing touch, she had the saying, "The secret to having it all, is knowing you already do" painted near the ceiling as a reminder of her blessings. In addition, she hung a handmade marionette she purchased in Venice, Italy, because she fell in love with the amazing artistry of the piece, and never had much time to play with dolls as a child.
Bold Fuchsia Closet
What could be more convenient than a closet and bathroom in one, especially when both are so stylishly decorated in bright shades of fuchsia? The white floors, drawers, cabinetry and ceilings, plus the glass shelves give the room a spacious feeling, while the baroque mirror and hand-blown glass faucet and sink add a touch of whimsy.
Bold Fuchsia Closet: Shelving
With dazzling wallpaper and mini crystal chandeliers where others might hang sconces, this room becomes an inspiring, feminine version of the Man Cave, a "Girl Cave" from which one could emerge in full glory.
Contemporary Walk-In Master
Sleek wooden flooring and cabinetry, frosted glass door panels and ample space make this closet both beautiful and practical. It's a cinch to organize and keep clutter free, as there are plenty of drawers and panels here to keep misplaced clothes and accessories hidden. The elegant ceramic vase on the center island adds a touch of class.
Shoji Screen Closet
This clever Japanese shoji panel closet runs along an entire 20-foot wall and has no side panels, so there's plenty of room for clothes, a home theater, boxes, household goods and more. It was designed by Hanson Hsu of Delta H Design Inc., who used natural tone basswood with "Synskin" as a new technology substitute for delicate paper. The classic shoji design allows a beautiful contrast to the exposed wood trusses and concrete floors of the modern residential structure.
A Closet With a View
A comfy window seat in this spacious, wood-paneled closet provides the perfect spot for sitting and putting on shoes, or for contemplating your wardrobe choices. The natural light from the windows helps with that selection, and can be kept from fading clothes by simply lowering the shades. For nighttime dressing, there are attractive hanging glass bulb lights. The center island provides additional storage space and has become a must-have in all ideal closets these days.
Jungle Closet
Talk about a customized closet! This space was designed by Ehrlich Architects for an African art dealer/big game couple, reflecting their trademark styles of dress, which they refer to as "the hunter and the hunted." He only wears camouflage, while she is devoted to animal prints. The zebra print rug unites them both, as does the spectacular African sculpture in the center. It's interesting to note the differences in storage space requirements: He needs more shelves for casual folded clothes and duffel bags, whereas she has more hanging space for professional wear suited to her work in the art world.
Princess Closet
Kids' closets can be dreamy too. This adorable space was designed with California Closets' adjustable shelving, so it can grow with the child. When the child is young, everything is placed low and open for easy access. While the closet features feminine pastel clothes and toys, note that the shelving and flooring are neutral, so any age, taste or gender can be accommodated. The closet was featured in the 2009 Somerset Collection Showhome and built by Custom Homes by Derocher.
Nursery Closet
Like the girly "Princess Closet," this smartly designed boy's storage space features adjustable shelving so it can grow with the child. The closet was featured in the 2009 Somerset Collection Showhome and built by Custom Homes by Derocher.


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Here are just a few more posts with our readers' favorite things from their kitchens. This is an entry from Christine, who showed us her marvelously bright Dutch oven.
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My mother's Dutch oven- one of a set of three (she has the other two!). It was her first purchase while living in Austria as a nurse in the 70s. I make so many things in this. Love it.
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text: Increasing Understanding of Multiculturalism to Promote School Psychologists' Competence with Diverse Children and Families Sherrie L. Proctor, Ph.D. NASP-ERT Minority Scholarship Recipient '98 Presentation Overview • Define Culture and Multiculturalism • The Importance of Multiculturalism To School Psychology • Process of Developing Multicultural Competencies • Multicultural School Psychology Practices • Some Things I've Learned What is Culture? An integrated pattern of human behavior that includes thoughts, communications, languages, practices, beliefs, values, customs, courtesies, rituals, manners of interacting and roles, relationships and expected behaviors of a racial, ethnic, religious or social group; and the ability to transmit the above to succeeding generations. Source: National Center for Cultural Competence of Georgetown University http://gucchd.georgetown.edu/nccc/ What is Culture? Level 3 Food, Eating Habits, and Dress Level 2 Shared Values, Goals, Beliefs, and Attitudes Level 1 Shared Biological and Physical Qualities (e.g., height, weight, skin color) What is Multiculturalism? Recognizes broad dimensions of individual identity, including "race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation [sexual expression/identity], gender, age, disability, class status, education, religious/spiritual orientation, and other cultural dimensions" (APA multicultural practice guidelines and standards, 2002, p. 9). A broad array of differences among people that often hinder communication and comprehension (Sue et al., 1999) As practiced in schools, multiculturalism "is a process, an ideology, and a set of interventions in which school psychologists and other culturally competent professionals engage. It is a worldview that recognizes and values the uniqueness of diverse learners, cultural backgrounds, and identities." (Carroll, 2009, p.2) Ten Components of Multiculturalism (Sue et al., 1998) Values cultural pluralism. Promotes social justice, cultural democracy, and equity. Promotes development of attitudes, knowledge, and skills needed to function in a pluralistic society. Includes differences in religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, and geographic region. Emphasizes the importance of using multiple perspectives to study multiple cultures. Ten Components of Multiculturalism (Sue et al., 1998) Celebrates the achievements of the U.S. and other cultures. Promotes change within individuals, organizations, and society. Involves tension and conflicts regarding what constitutes reality. Values inclusion, cooperation, and movement towards mutually shared goals. Concerned with obtaining positive individual, community, and societal outcomes. A crucial component of analytical thinking. Why is Multiculturalism Important to School Psychology? By 2042, the majority of US population will be people of color (US Census, 2008) 44% public school children are children of color (National Center for Educational Statistics, 2009) One out of every five school-age children in the U.S. speaks a language other than English (Laija-Rodriguez & Restori, 2009). More than 400 languages represented within the student population with Limited English Proficiency, with Spanish being the most common (LaijaRodriguez & Restori). School Psychologists primary providers of psychological services to children of color (Zhou, Kehle, Clark, & Jenson, 2004) Why is Multiculturalism Important to School Psychology? School Psychologists primary providers of psychological services to children of color (Zhou, Kehle, Clark, & Jenson, 2004). Profession is 1.9% African American; Asian/Pacific Islander, 0.9%; Latino, 3.0%; Native American/Alaskan Native, 0.8%; White, 92.6%; and Other, 0.8% (Curtis et al., 2006). 98.34% of school psychologists serve students who are members of racial/ethnic minority groups (Curtis et al.). School psychology students in APA accredited school psychology programs reported instruction in working with culturally and linguistically diverse students as a weakness (Kearns, Ford, & Brown, 2002). Multicultural "Flashpoints" Toward Competence Action Awareness Advocacy Acknowledgment & Knowledge Adapted from Carroll (2009) in J. Jones, The Psychology of Multiculturalism in the Schools We All Belong To Cultural Groups African American Middle Class Southern American The Students and Families We Work With Also Belong To Cultural Groups Consider All of the Cultural Groups a High School Student Might Belong To… Racial/Ethnic Religious LGBQT High School Sub Culture (e.g., athletes, skaters, surfers, band, arts) Disability (e.g., Deaf Culture) Youth Culture H8 (H1-H9) KPC TAW 53x IMP IHU IFVB SNAFU FUCT www.safesurfingkids.com Multiculturalism and Intervention NASP's Professional Conduct Manual Practice Guideline 5.4: School psychologists incorporate their understanding of the influence of culture, background, and individual learning characteristics when designing and implementing interventions to achieve learning and behavioral outcomes. Consider Multicultural Intervention from an RtI Perspective Tier 3 Tertiary Tier 2 Secondary Tier 1 Universal Prevention/Intervention Listen closely and learn … "I'm not doing turtle, turtle will get you beat up!" ~ heard in the halls. Multiculturalism and Assessment NASP's Professional Conduct Manual General Principles C.1.b.: School psychologists respect differences in age, gender, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds. They select and use appropriate assessment or treatment procedures, techniques, and strategies. Multiculturalism and Assessment Bio-Cultural Model of Assessment Psychometric Assessment Traditional standardized cognitive and academic assessments. Psychometric Potential Assessment Test the limits using traditional tests. Suspend time limits, contextualize vocabulary, test-teachretest. Ecological Assessment Family/community supports; stage of acculturation; teacher, parent, student interviews; across setting observations. Other Intelligences Musical, bodily/kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, etc. WISCing alone isn't enough… "I bet you don't know who T.I. is." ~ a direct challenge to my cultural competence. Multicultural Considerations in Consultation Consultants are sensitive to cultural differences. Consultants and consultees acquire knowledge about their clients' cultural backgrounds. Consultants are mindful of cultural differences in communication. Cultural differences influence relationships between consultants and consultees. Multicultural issues are addressed throughout every stage of the consultation process. Consultants acknowledge how systemic issues impact the cultural context of consultation. Lopez & Truesdell (2007) in the Handbook of Multicultural School Psychology: An Interdisciplinary Perspective A few lessons I've learned along the way… We All Have Biases Nobody is Perfect Culture Matters CULTURAL COMPETENCE DEFINED Cultural competence is the integration and transformation of knowledge about individuals and groups of people into specific standards, policies, practices, and attitudes used in appropriate cultural settings to increase the quality of services; thereby producing better outcomes. Davis, K. (1997). Exploring the intersection between cultural competency and managed behavioral health care policy: Implications for state and county mental health agencies. Alexandria, VA: National Technical Assistance Center for State Mental Health Planning. "Multiculturalism is about understanding ourselves and others who are different from us…at its core [it is] about people and relationships. And all relationships are about discovering our commonalities, our cultural differences, and our personal uniqueness." (Reynolds, 2005, p. 111 as cited in Martines, 2008) References Carroll, D. W. (2009). Toward multicultural competence: A practical model for implementation in the schools. In J. M. Jones (Ed.), The Psychology of Multiculturalism in the Schools: A primer for practice, training, and research, (pp. 1-16). Bethesda, MD: NASP Publications. Curtis, M. J., Lopez, A. D., Batsche, G. M., & Smith, J. C. (2006, March). School psychology 2005: A national perspective. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the National Association of School Psychologists, Anaheim, CA. Esquivel, G. B., Lopez, E. C., Nahari, S. (2007). Handbook of multicultural school psychology: An interdisciplinary perspective. Mahwah, New Jersey: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates. Jones, J. M. (2009). The psychology of multiculturalism in the schools: A primer for practice, training, and research. Bethesda, MD: NASP Publications. Kearns, T., Ford, L., & Brown, K. (2002). Multicultural training in doctoral school psychology programs: In search of the model program (ERIC Document Reproduction Service No. ED465930). Columbia, S.C.: University of South Carolina. References Laija-Rodriguez, W., & Restori, A. (2009). The history of cross-cultural school psychology in the United States. In C. Clauss-Ehlers (Ed), Encyclopedia of Cross-Cultural School Psychology, (pp. 3-20). New York: Springer. Lopez. E. C., & Truesdell, L. (2007). Multicultural issues in instructional consultation for English language learning students. In G. B. Esquivel, E.C. Lopez, & S. Nahari (Eds), Handbook Of Multicultural School Psychology: An Interdisciplinary Perspective, (pp.71-98). Mahwah, New Jersey: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates. Martines, D. (2008). Multicultural school psychology competencies: A practical guide. Los Angeles: Sage. Nahari, S., & Martines, D. (2008). Writing psychological and educational reports for culturally and linguistically diverse students. In D. Martines, Multicultural school psychology competencies: A practical guide, (pp. 249276. Los Angeles: Sage. Nastasi, B. K., Moore, R. B. & Varjas, K. M. (2004). School-based mental health services: Creating comprehensive and culturally specific programs. References National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) (2000). Professional Conduct Manual. Retrieved February 17, 2010 from www.nasponline.org/pdf/ProfessionalCond.pdf. National Center for Educational Statistics. (2009). Condition of education 2009. Washington, DC: U. S. Department of Education. Oakland, T. (2005). Commentary # 1: What is multicultural school psychology? In C. Frisby & C. R. Reynolds (Eds), Comprehensive Handbook of Multicultural School Psychology, (pp. 3-13). Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Rhodes, R. L., Ochoa, S. H., & Ortiz, S. O. (2005). Assessing culturally and linguistically diverse students: A practical guide. New York: Guilford Press. U.S. Census Bureau (2008, January). Educational attainment of the population 18 years and over, by age, sex, race, and Hispanic origin: 2007. Retrieved September 19, 2008 from http://www.census.gov/population/www/socdemo/education/cps2007.html References Zhou, Z., Bray, M. A., Kehle, T. J., Theodore, L. A., Clark, E., & Jenson, W. R. (2004). Achieving ethnic parity in school psychology. Psychology in the Schools, 41, 443-450.


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No matter how excited you are about upcoming nuptials, planning a wedding can become a time-consuming adventure that you might not have enough patience and energy to arrange on your own. Perhaps your job is too demanding or you have no idea where to start. There are many different reasons why an engaged couple will turn to a wedding coordinator for assistance.
The Price of a Wedding Coordinator
Sometimes the decision on whether or not to hire a wedding coordinator is based upon how much money you wish to devote to their services. Prices will vary, but some can furnish a flat fee after you express to them what you expect out of your wedding. Depending on the enormity of your wedding plans, fees range from $600 to $3,000 for an impressive wedding. In some instances, you may receive a package deal depending on what you want your wedding coordinator to handle.
The Pros and Cons of Hiring a Wedding Coordinator
For some couples, enlisting the help of a wedding coordinator is the only light at the end of a tunnel filled with frustrating obstacles and emotional ups and downs. However, is hiring a wedding coordinator the right decision for you? Consider the following pros and cons:
Pros: A wedding coordinator can accomplish the tasks you don't have enough time to complete. They are well versed in speaking to vendors and obtaining the best prices. You can get all the answers to pressing questions with the help of a wedding coordinator. They can also make the step-by-step process of planning a wedding much easier to digest.
Cons: Some couples have a problem relinquishing a slice of their planning power to a wedding coordinator, who could pass judgments and make suggestions that don't sit too well. If you should fall victim to the services of a greedy wedding coordinator, they may encourage you to spend unnecessary time and money dwelling on details geared towards collecting a higher fee. For the most part, many couples face a pretty high expense when hiring a wedding coordinator.
Before Choosing a Wedding Coordinator
Who will you entrust the planning of your wedding to? Before making a final decision, you should conduct thorough research, crosscheck references of potential professionals, as well as get recommendations from family and friends. A prime candidate is one that:
• Fits into your budget
• Has a great deal of experience
• Does not cramp your style
• Understands your initial desires
• Makes you feel comfortable
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