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1. Geographic Breakdown. The data can be broken down by location if you download Table S2. It is in the last column. We didn't discuss the data by location because for this paper we took a single sample from each site. Thus, this is a snapshot of viral diversity at the moment the sample was taken. As we indicate in Equation 1, the probability of detecting a given virus is dictated by a number of time-dependent variables. For example, climate or time of the season might be expected to impact the number of a specific type of virus present. We felt that to make conclusions about location we would need to collect many more samples under a number of different conditions. We are doing this now.
2. I am not sure why we didn't see any negative strand RNA viruses or poliovirus. There are three possibilities that we are testing. One is that the method of virion enrichment, in this case flocculation, did not capture these particular viruses. The second is that they are present below our limits of detection. That is, we need to sequence deeper. We know that there are viruses present in the samples (detected by PCR) that we do not detect by sequencing. The final formal possibility is that these viruses are not present in our samples. I will let you know what we find.
3. How many species of hosts? The number 1.8 million does include bacteria but clearly this is a serious underestimate. I too have seen that this number is likely to be revised to 8 million but I have not seen this estimate published in a scientific journal yet. We decided to go with the published number. I agree with you that there are many many more bacterial species that await discovery, and that means many many many more viruses.
Michael writes:
In TWiV 151 at about 54:40 Alan says that "the general lifestyle of macrophages, which do kinda make a living this way, they go around eating stuff thats not supposed to be in the blood stream". I couldn't help but to catch this error.
Alan, it was my understanding (from my basic Immunology course) that Macrophages are monocytes while in circulation, and it is not until they have left the bloodstream into tissue that they mature into macrophages.
P.S. Alan I greatly enjoy your input as a writer!
Jamie writes:
Hello Gentlemen (and Alan),
I wanted to bring to your attention the NUMEROUS dangers of "pitches" or fields, especially ones that aren't as well kept as the professionals'...
My fiance plays rugby. The field is not only home to rugby games but it serves as a temporary home to plenty of wildlife. By wildlife, I mean Canada geese. The field sees many flocks of geese who are not "potty trained". The public also allows their canine companions to run and excrete on the field. One home game last fall after extensive rain, the field was very soft. Unfortunately, the field has a hidden slab of concrete about 4 inches below the surface. My fiance launched himself to tackle his opponent and his knee sank more than 4 inches right at the corner of that concrete slab... Sparing the gory details (and the video, I just included a gory still), he was taken by ambulance to hospital where the emergency department decided the wound was too deep to be cleaned while he was conscious.
The Dr. that performed his initial surgery cultured the wound and gave him IV antibiotics overnight. The laceration was stapled completely shut (no drain was placed) and the bandage was instructed to be removed in 5 days, no sooner.
When the bandages were removed the area was swollen, tender, and red coloration extended up his thigh almost to his groin. By the next day my fiance had a high fever and went to the doctor's office where the original doctor's partner sent him immediately back to the hospital.
The original cultures were never finished. Secondary cultures showed gram positive and gram negative bacteria and the majority of what was cultured came from "fecal material". The IV antibiotics were not enough to knock out the infection. He was subjected to 4 more surgeries, lost part of his patella, and stayed another 10 days in the hospital. He will never be without pain in that knee again.... Not because of the accident on the field, but because of the secondary infection.
I know this would be more appropriate for TWIM but I wanted to let the TWIV team know what dangers are on our fields.
Thanks! Hope I don't gross you out with the pictures. Let me know if you want the video of them cleaning it out with just sub-q analgesics!
Tim writes:
Dear Vince, Rich and virology podcasters, thanks for the great podcasts! I am a beginner in the world of science, biology, and dare I say virology. I returned to school two years ago as a 38 year old truck driver, and am seeking a bachelors in science. I would like to enter the medical field in some way, and find your podcasts to be highly stimulating. I have been listening to your virology podcast in addition to your virology class lectures from Columbia for about a year now and find it increasingly interesting. I find it takes me about 4 times per lecture to actually grasp a lot of the info, but I am not giving up. One of the first things I learned was that for a virus to be successful it needs three important parts, entry into a host cell, replication, and it needs release out of the cell. Recently I read information on how the influenza virus can be affected by drugs which can indirectly inhibit the release of new virus particles and I have a couple questions, I am interested to know more about the effects of the antiviral medications amantadine and rimantadine on reducing the severity of the influenza virus. Do these drugs actually stabilize the bodies PH? and if so, how far does the PH have to shift before the virion will release its contents into the cytosol of a host cell? There are also the drugs oseltamivir and zanamavir which effect both A and B types of influenza by blocking the glycoprotein neuraminidase so the new virus particles can not be released. How well do these drugs work? And if they do, why are they not more well known?
Thanks, virology want-to-be
Tony writes:
Hi TWIVers,
You're probably bored with hearing this by now, but you guys are great! Congratulations on the great job of making virology accessible to the masses. We are not as dumb as television and the newspapers would lead you to believe.
I've been listening since just after you started podcasting, and I've been meaning to email you for about two years. I've got a lot of question saved up - feel free to stop reading at any point...
1) A few episodes ago, a listener asked for suggestions for virology software. My suggestions is a pc game style virtual virology lab, where you could grow virtual viruses in a virtual culture medium containing virtual cells. The cells may or may not have the correct receptors on their surface to allow the virus to enter, and even then, they may not be able to replicate. You could find this out by doing virtual plaque assays - all this with no undergraduates spilling anything, or catching anything. The virtual virus would mutate at each replication cycle - maybe enhancing its virulence or transmissibility.
2) Last year some time, you reviewed a paper regarding replication of viruses which had been tagged with different coloured fluorescent protein. When they infected cells at quite high moi, there were few progeny expressing mixtures of colours - most expressed single colours. I didn't really understand the significance of this at the time. Is it just saying a cell is not just a bag of chemicals, but has a very structured interior? Is is saying more than that?
3) For us non academics, I'd love to hear a "day in the life" episode of a graduate student, a post doc, a PI … and so on.
4) Being an Australian, I'm always interested in your discussions of myxomatosis, calcicvirus, henrda and dengue. Alan's prescription "don't raise horses in the rainforest" is a little hard to follow - there are large flying fox colonies in the botanical gardens of both Melbourne and Sydney - luckily there are no inner city horses! Here's a link http://www.csiro.au/science/Myxomatosis-History.html to a myxomatosis story - read the paragraph headed "Hype lead to panic" - there are some famous names in it. My mother told me she had dengue several times as a child, growing up in Queensland, and was really ill.
I'm working my way through Vince's online virology course - it has really helped me understand the podcasts. (Like Dixon, I now know there are seven fundamental types of viruses).
PS. Here a a couple more things I almost forgot. I'd really like to hear more about the fossil viruses in the human genome. You had a great episode on that quite a while ago, and it left me wanting more. Also, I'd like to hear about the process of getting a vaccine out of the lab and ready for release. You've touched on if briefly several times. I had no idea it was such a large undertaking - more details, please...


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Child advocates interviewed some of the nation's children about what they want out of President Obama's second term. The groups have compiled a video of the responses, and they want President Obama to watch it.
The effort was coordinated by the Children's Leadership Council, a coalition of organizations in the child and youth advocacy field.
They called for submissions from children 5 to 25 and made a video of the responses.
Some of the kids interviewed for the video are from New York City.
"What I really want to talk about is gun control," said Emelie Seaman, a student at the School for the Future.
She said there are many tests for car drivers, but not enough for gun owners. She wants President Obama to institute more regulations for gun holders.
Several children expressed concern that teacher evaluations are often linked to standardized testing scores, instead of to observing teachers in the classrooms," said Caitlin Johnson, co-founder of Spark-Action, a children's advocacy organization that created the videos.
Other students want the President to diversity the public school curriculum.
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My twins just turned 4 months old . Most nights they sleep through the night. I read that at 4 months to start cereal in their bottles and it will also help them sleep better. A few days ago, I mixed 1/2 tsp in 6 oz of formula. That night they cried amd cried. I think their tummys were upset from the cereal.
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Friday, August 15, 2008
This Week In Publishing 8/15/08
The brainiacs at the Millions have a great post on the implications of Amazon's purchase of Abe Books, and what it means for the future of their business. Basically: when vendors sell on Amazon and Amazon doesn't have to do anything... Amazon makes money.
Another brainiac out there wrote a post on basic concepts in publishing accounting which.... uh... I haven't read. Kinda busy. But the people at Fine Print did, and they linked to it, and if it's good enough for them, by golly it's good enough for me!
GalleyCat had more on the controversy surrounding Random House's cancellation of THE JEWEL OF MEDINA. Salman Rushdie? Not impressed with the decision.
And finally, I've noticed that there's been a marked uptick in traffic to the blog lately, and so I'd like to extend a special welcome to the new visitors! I hope you will comment and make this blog your home. Seriously, kick off your shoes and steal stuff from the fridge. As always, come for the publishing advice, stay for the monkeys.
Have a great weekend!
30 comments:
- Jeff said...
I'm a monkey!
And you're a monkey, too.
- August 15, 2008 at 11:12 PM
- Jeff said...
Our hero is monkey, in need of a lemon squeezer, traveling the Moon world of Richards in search of a junkie friend who is a wererat. Along the way he is gored by a boar and breaks his eggs, before discovering that he is the long awaited messiah of a new blues movement. This detective Christian fantasy will be 10 bajillion words long, after you agree to become my agent, and after you sell it to a publisher, after which I will write it, eventually.
Cause I'm a monkey... a monkey!
- August 15, 2008 at 11:48 PM
- Adaora A. said...
Stay away from the monkey beer in the ice box though; that's on reserve for our host. I've got dibbs on the soy milk, the grapes, and the LUCKY CHARMS cereal which sits on top of the ice box.
We can tell you've got so much to do. Why you're up to your ears in good queries!
- August 16, 2008 at 12:07 AM
Amazon does have to do some things to earn those third-party sales commissions. They maintain extra infrastructure and a lot of software tools so the merchants can run their business... I know because that's my job. :)
- August 16, 2008 at 1:30 AM
- jwhit said...
Glad you mentioned the RH 'censorship' of the A'isha book. What about Simon and Schuster printing admittedly and intentionally political dreck as FACT and getting away with it? How is it that Mary Matalin and a major house gets to put such trash in the public domain?!? Where is the uproar on that one?
NYT should be ashamed of itself, as should S&S.
- August 16, 2008 at 2:04 AM
- J.B said...
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- August 16, 2008 at 7:52 AM
- J.B said...
(Hmm, sorry about the delete above)
Coincidentally an aspiring writer friend of mine gave me the link to you blog, and I thank you for the welcome ;). I believe you are the first agent mentioned by name on our forum, so congratulations!
I am not surprised at the 'uptick' in your audience numbers- you provide good information with wit and humour. That combination will keep me checking you blog regularly. Thanks for taking the time to do this.
- August 16, 2008 at 7:55 AM
Allow me to echo the sentiments about your blog, Nathan. It's been a great find.
I have to say I'm gutted about Random's decision, but can understand their need to protect their people. What will forever stick in my craw is the capitulation to such threats. The thing is, the publicity that has followed their decision may be win-win for all. Random get to breath easier, and the work they would have done to promote the book has been done by the media covering their decision. Ms. Jones should feel free and confident to publish the book on her own now, and even start her own press for works that stand up to extremist violence.
- August 16, 2008 at 9:25 AM
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The implications of Random House's decision could be far-reaching indeed. I'm shocked, I must admit, though I suppose New York is still a little gunshy.
I've been a victim of censorship by bad timing, and I've had to consider what might offend my readership as well. I can imagine Rushdie is very frustrated.
- August 16, 2008 at 9:46 AM
- sex scenes at starbucks said...
Oh and newbies--watch out for the flung poop!
- August 16, 2008 at 9:47 AM
- Laura Weldon said...
I have to echo j.b.--I found this blog because SO many other blogs have it listed in their links. When you see the same name come up over and over, it's worth checking out.
Thanks for providing good content!
- August 16, 2008 at 10:25 AM
- Being Beth said...
I've been lurking for the past month, and am now unashamedly addicted to your daily blog post (not to mention your amazing archives and links). Thanks for the encouragement, enlightenment, and entertainment.
- August 16, 2008 at 11:46 AM
- Kitty Bucholtz said...
Thanks for the welcome note, Nathan! I sort of met you at the RWA Conference a couple weeks ago and thought you were as charming in person as you are in print. [grin] Even better, the things you said made me think I really needed to read your blog, so now it's one of my home pages - the first column I've ever read every day! [grin]
Thanks for all the great information!
Kitty :)
- August 16, 2008 at 12:00 PM
- Just_Me said...
Hi to everyone who's new. :o)
What are the chances Random House will do an about face?
- August 16, 2008 at 12:05 PM
Thank you for taking the time to share your extensive knowledge. I, too, am addicted to your blog. In fact, your words of encouragement, enlightenment, and entertainment have become a major distraction from actually doing any of my own writing. I can now starve to death unpublished but extremely well-informed. Kudos!
- August 16, 2008 at 12:18 PM
- SAVanVleck said...
I have a request for a future post. Hopefully, you can post this before my head explodes. I am nearing, I keep thinking, the end of editing my middle grade fantasy novel.
When I get stuck, I often search the internet for advice and I just don't know where to stop with it.
Author!Author!had a great thing where she went to a convention and they said why they rejected manuscripts within the first paragraph. Now, I'm back to restoring an old opening that fits letter.
Will this never end?
At what point do you say, "Damn the rules, I'm sending it out?"
- August 16, 2008 at 1:02 PM
- ORION said...
Monkeys? Did I hear Monkeys? I neeeeeeeed a book on an alien vampire 30-something monkey looking for a husband in New York.
I would SO read that...
(and Jimmy Choos...they HAVE to be wearing JImmy CHoos...)
Hey if no one is writing this epic - I'll have to...
An alien vampire slow monkey looking for a husband who wins the Lottery...Sounds like a high concept premise to me.
- August 16, 2008 at 3:26 PM
- Kim Kasch said...
I'm not impressed by alien monkey encounter experts but I am impressed with your links to such helpful advice-all the time. And if Fineprint is good enough for you, I'll be reading their blog too.
Us, newbie writer types, can use all the publishing advice we can get - not so much the food from the fridge though - I'm trying to diet :( not trying hard enough though.
- August 16, 2008 at 8:36 PM
- putzjab said...
I think I'm a fairly new newbie. What do you need to qualify as a newbie, besides sore knees from praying so much that an agent will accept your manuscript?
Speaking of which, I know I already asked this, but do you take YA fiction (first person, strong male voice)?
- August 16, 2008 at 10:16 PM
- Lynne said...
I like the monkey moon world. Think you should definitely go with it, Nathan. New blues messiah, gored by boar and a wererat, plus detective Christian fantasy. How much better could it get? Thank goodness jeff did not add a scary song.
- August 16, 2008 at 11:13 PM
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- August 17, 2008 at 3:15 PM
- kai said...
Thanks for the welcome, Nathan. Sadly, I write the very limited stuff you DON'T rep. Sad for me:( At least I have your blog to learn from. Great stuff. Thanks so much for the time you put into it.
- August 17, 2008 at 5:33 PM
- jwhit said...
What was that about monkeys?
Pour vous, Nathan:
- August 17, 2008 at 9:33 PM
- Whirlochre said...
Hasn't slow time been officially banned to boost the stressbuster guru economy?
- August 18, 2008 at 2:49 AM
Q. At what point do you say, "Damn the rules, I'm sending it out?"
A. Before you ever put pen to paper, hon. Before you ever put pen to paper . . .
- August 18, 2008 at 2:06 PM
- Chris Wood said...
Hey Nathan
Nice one for 'fessing up on what you didn't read! Cool. How do you feel about the Amazon approach to the little guys? I've lost count of the number of writers' blogs that are roasting them for ... so many things.
So what's your view?
PS Can I have a book deal?
- August 18, 2008 at 2:42 PM
- JulesD said...
Hey Nathan, thanks for the welcome -- this blog is like a virtual cup of tea when I'm taking a break from my own writing...
- August 18, 2008 at 3:39 PM
- Wanda B. Ontheshelves said...
SCBWI San Francisco 8/16/08, that was Saturday...any news to report?
- August 18, 2008 at 3:45 PM
- Tracey S. Rosenberg said...
*rummages through the fridge* Um, Nathan, I'm gonna pitch this milk, okay? It clunks when you shakes the carton. And those tomatoes - oh, they're not tomatoes...actually, you know what, forget the fridge - I'm just going to order a pizza. You like olives?
just_me - my guess is that Random House does an about face (assuming they still have the rights to the book) around the time when the foreign editions are selling like hotcakes and no one makes any death threats. Then they'll 'review the situation.' Money is going to talk here.
- August 18, 2008 at 3:46 PM
- postergram said...
Another newbie here, Nathan. SinC had a link to your blog. I'm so glad I tried it. I'm learning a lot and getting addicted, too. Thanks for the time you put into the blog for our benefit.
- August 18, 2008 at 4:44 PM


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Sheetrock nightmare
I'm general contractor/builder on Cape Cod and I'm baffled by a current sheetrock / painting issue.
My normal Sheetrock guy was unavailable for my current project and was left to hire a new one.
Him and his crew hung and finished the Sheetrock (about 6000 ft) on various ceilings and walls (house is a reno not new construction).
In two ceiling areas (living/ kitchen and masterbedroom) these ceilings are low (7'4) and are to be finished "smooth" these ceilings are where the problem lies.
Every attempt to paint these ceilings buy the sheetrocker or myself have resulted in disaster. Blotchy areas spray marks etc.
The following is a chronological list of the ceilings composition. Note: I was not present during most of these attempts by the sheetrocker.
1. Rock hung and taped by sheetrocker.
2. Joint compound skim coat applied to ensure nice smooth finish on these very low ceilings.
3. USG sandable primer applied. (Sprayed)
4. Finish coat of ceiling paint. (sprayed) Result: unacceptable.
5. Two more finish coats applied over two days. Result: unacceptable.
6. Coat of primer sealer applied and finish coat. Result: unacceptable fired sheetrocker, maybe two coats to late.
7. Contacted paint rep was told to check with moisture content meter and not to reapply until it has a very low or no moisture content.
8. After achieving this I sprayed a Pittsburgh's Speedhide primer sealer and let dry 24 hours.
9. Sprayed Pittsburgh's 17-45 Premium flat ceiling paint. All results are
the humidity and temp. in the house are OK. Proper pressure and nozzle size are OK. I'm just baffled.
I have been in the industry for over 26 years and have never seen this problem before.
Can anyone help.
Backroll. That's the only way I've ever seen a spray job look worth a hoot.
Could there be a problem with the sheetrock itself? Factory problem, problem during transport, problem after delivery???
Just something to look at.
Problem with the compound? Something got accidently mixed with the compound that should not have?
I've seen things like this. Always too late to figure out what went wrong.
Sounds like something was on the rock before it was hung. Maybe someone at the supply house stepped in something and walked on it.
Silicone could be on it..... Oil from machines at the factory..
Could be anything, but sounds like something has soaked into the paper.
Solution: The first thing should have been to use an oil or shellac based primer. If any of the above mentioned material is on the drywall, no water based product will stop it.
At this point, you could still prime with kilz original, zinsser cover stain or any non-water based product. Since this is only happening in certain areas, I'm 99% sure there was something foriegn on a couple of sheets prior to hanging.
Silicone has always been a sneaky painters enemy, silicone caulk on shoes or hands prior to hanging drywall, would cause this problem.
This is a toughie
It could be contamination of the sheetrock, joint compound, paint, or sprayer...spray app issues, product issues....this one's wide open
I'm not sure why the sandable primer was applied
It doesn't sound like there was a specific reason for it
Was it an added attempt to make the skim coat a level 5 finish?
Sandable primer can cause issues when not used properly
...regardless, after a few coats of finish paint, then the speedhide, any sandable primer issues should have been moot...
The speedhide primer/sealer is probably one of the more underrated primer/sealers, and very good
I consider it a premium product myself (despite it's "contractor/commercial" label)
It's not as potent as say oil or shellac, but your sheetrock/jointcompound contamination would have to be pretty bad (and most likely noticeable when it was installed) for P's SH not to seal it...
It bothers me (and perhaps it's personal ...lol) that it was a rocker that was applying the paint
I know it "looks" easy, but it's not easy to get a good finish
It also doesn't help with the trouble shooting, as we can not assume he knew what he was doing (even if he's done it before...just because he did it a few times and it was OK, doesn't mean he knew what he was doing)
Was he using his paint sprayer, yours, or a rental?
You don't know what kind/make/model do you?
...wait, the problem is only in two areas?
And the whole house was done?
Man...this is a tough one...
Is the house on the Cape?
Would you like to PM me the address?
If I'm anywhere close by I'll put an eyeball on it for you
Well, for me too...I'm curious...lol
A huge portion of my work in the last year has been troubleshooting for other companies
If it's not a hassle, I'll pop in there
No big deal if that's not do-able, but if I can help out let me know
Just send me a Private Message
NOTE TO ADMIN: Nathan, this is not a solicitation, it's an offer to help out a fellow contractor
Was everything sprayed throughout the house, or just this area? Gun contamination is very common if people forget or do not adequately clean their equipment. Other than that, you really have to look at what things were used on this area that were not on the other areas...was it the same compound used to skim coat? Was the sandable primer applied to the other areas, etc. Failing all else, its the sheetrock.
Also, how big of an area of the ceiling rock is giving you problems? Seems like the rock on the ceiling is way more likely to have had someones hands all over the face of it, than the rock that was put on the walls, maybe there was something on someone's hand.
I BINed (shellac)the ceilings this morning and applied a top coat to one of the two rooms. I will spend the evening praying. Thanks all.
Well there's nothing more potent then that for sealing
If that doesn't work, it's not bleed through
It's the product or application...use a roller for the next coat and/or a different paint
...I hope you wore a respirator
Whoo Hoo that stuff's stinky
Don't forget to tell us the ending.
...did it work?
Sheetrock nightmare Over!
Sorry it has taken so long to post this but I have been trying to make up lost time.
Thank you all so much that replied to my original post.
Bin and two more top coats (rolled with flotrol additive) have produced an acceptable remedy (still some imperfections but beats re-rocking).
Thanks again.
Hi Michael,
I am very glad that you were able to solve the issues.
FWIW - I do not know if you had posted your question over at "Contractor Talk" or not. In case you are unfamiliar with the site. It is a 'sister forum' to this for ''Professional Contractors''.
In the future, you may find that site much more helpful and informative when posting about ''particular issues''..... in the industry...
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"I am, in the truest sense, a local. I was born here at Carle Hospital, so this is my hometown," says Mike Unander.
It was here years ago that teenage Michael Unander set out on an ultimate journey.
"I was probably your typical high school kid without a lot of direction," says Unander.
However, deep down he knew what direction his life would go; carrying on the family tradition of service.
"That's what my family does, we are very patriotic. So, it was an easy natural decision for me," says Unander.
Right out of high school, he joined the Air Force just like his father.
"The mental process you go through as a soldier, an airman, a Marine, it forces you to grow up," says Unander.
Especially when your job is dropping bombs on the enemy.
"You've got 19-20 year old kids over there trying to decide whether to take a life or not. That's a huge decision," says Unander.
Unander didn't spend much time in the skies. Instead he was usually in or near the front lines controlling air strikes alongside the Army.
"Our first airstrike, your first control, the first time you go into action and be responsible for that stuff, it's intimidating like any job. But I never felt like I wasn't prepared," says Unander.
You would think nothing could prepare a person for 13 tours overseas but whether it was for war or special government contracts, Unander handled it.
"The way I look at my past is that, it's brought me to where I am now, and I am proud of where I am now," says Unander who just graduated from the Police Training Institute in November.
He's only been on the streets for a few weeks, but why keep putting your life on the line?
"I wouldn't necessarily consider myself an adrenaline junky, but I do like the internal rush of the unknown," says Unander.
This rookie knows right where he wants to be, all because of where he's been.
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The centre was officially commissioned on June 5 by pastor Adeboye and anyone can go there for screening.
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thank God he didnt use the money to buy a private jet like the other greedy pastors
- 17 June 2011 at 12:41
This is inspiring...........kudos!!
- 17 June 2011 at 12:44
- Onayimi said...
I hope the very poor who can't afford any money at all will be given free screening and treatment where necessary.
Very good and welcome development.
- 17 June 2011 at 12:44
May the good Lord continue to direct you Daddy G.O. You are really God's vessel
- 17 June 2011 at 12:45
God bless this Man of God..I believe this is the the kind of gestures men of God should give to the society.
- 17 June 2011 at 13:03
Finally i guess these men of God are feeling the heat and have decided to serve the people that invest in them....
Hopefully this is sustainable
- 17 June 2011 at 13:07
Wow. God bless this man. I hope those nigerians that say you dont need medicine are seeing. I was moved to tears when i saw this cos so many nigerians are dying of cancer now. I wish oyakilome n oyedepo will follow. This is what it means to give back to society and be accountable.
- 17 June 2011 at 13:16
Am nt a member of redeem but their healthcare gets to everybody.had my baby at redeemed maternity for FREE.I just contributed cash to maternity as an appreciation,
- 17 June 2011 at 13:29
- Chica said...
Praise God halleluiah, praise God Amen.....
- 17 June 2011 at 13:34
Daddy more power and strenght. We are so proud of you and the church at large. This is a great project.
- 17 June 2011 at 14:26
It was actually built by City of David and the Apapa Family, parishes of RCCG. Pastor Adeboye opened and dedicated it 2 weeks. The fees will be subsidized and there are plans to treat those who can't afford it.
- 17 June 2011 at 15:05
- Obehi Okoawo said...
Wow....it is not enough to cast and bind illnesses and not look for solution, like most pastors do. This is awesome and the first of its kind in Nigeria. God bless you sir.
- 17 June 2011 at 16:09
Anon 1:07 what do you mean by feeling the heat?I attend redeemed and ever since i started attending there's always been programs like this in my parish.The fact that its not in the news doesn't mean the church hasn't been doing stuff like this
- 17 June 2011 at 16:13
- bj.stardom said...
he is a true man of God
- 17 June 2011 at 17:28
Anonymous 4:13
by feeling the heat, i mean with all the hype going on about pastors owning jets (including Adeboye), pastors in the business to make money,it's good to see this level of commitment to the society.
By this level, i mean grand scale not just feeding the poor once a month and all those small small stuvs that are 1 time.
Jim Ovia also donated a hospital which is awesome.
Free schools, hospitals, abuse centers, career centers, orphanages, adoption centers, micro financing, and others should be considered by these churches. afterall they take so much from the society, they should be able to use it for good deeds.
- 17 June 2011 at 18:44
i'm soo happy that churches are doing this...this is how Christianity should be!
- 17 June 2011 at 19:29
- Ade_Cool said...
no ones saying they should be accountable to the society at large that is the function of the Govt..but at a minimum they owe it to their respective church members who pay tithe and give selfless service to the church..
- 17 June 2011 at 19:31
- Juliet said...
Hope this will be another selfless act to help cut down on the death rate in Nigeria
- 17 June 2011 at 20:41
the social function that the pentecostal churches play in Nigeria ought to be properly analysed and appreciated.
- 17 June 2011 at 20:48
As a doc, I salute RCCG for this, gets me excited! God bless all involved.
@ folks talking about other pastors. Do you know what they are doing too? Please leave these men of God alone?? Do you know how many things that are done that never make the news????
Your fathers and uncles in govt, what are they doing? what have they done? you that is the mistress of the Lagos big boy dashing you money, what have you done?
Concept of tithe is even greater than the physical church. People going to church arent mumus, we understand principles behind it, Oyedepo's books and others helped me. I know where I was a few years ago and where I am now. I have never been broke, and always have an overflowing surplus even more so than my friends making the big bucks, who dont understand. God is a mystery, dont try to use your human mind to figure Him out.
Tithe is God's money, offerings are beyond that. I know I'll never lack in any way, will never have to borrow, because I get it now! Instead of pointing fingers, get past your human wisdom, cause the greater wisdom exists, and its divine and ALL KNOWING, ALL POWERFUL!
- 17 June 2011 at 21:00
By the way, The men of God are accountable to no one but God.
@ Anon talking about feeling the heat, you must not understand how God works. Giving in public is irrelevant. God's reward pass man's reward and acknowledgment. I'd rather build a N100m center and no one knows, so I can receive God's might reward alone. These men of God understand it, but unfortunately many who call themselves Christians, dont understand God. The church is too lazy to seek Him and explore the depths of our inheritance.
- 17 June 2011 at 21:06
- Ade_Cool said...
Jay O..if u want to side track the thread go ahead..let's be honest..this is damn good business using the name of the Lord and cleverly using and researching parts of the scripture to cover their backs..you say tithes is God's money but they use it to fond a lavish lifestyle...planes..houses...luxury cars..glamourous wives some even divorced all the things of the world they preach against!!..a bunch of hypocrites they need to start giving back..enough of the rhetoric..this guys are nothing but motivational speakers laced up with scriptures..perfect theraphy when you out of luck...
- 17 June 2011 at 22:18
That is fantastic. God bless him. Wish more wealthy would do this while the government gets their act together
- 17 June 2011 at 22:19
- elusive kate said...
commendable but this is no news.d catholic church has various hospitals in lagos where free and quality healthcare is given.wld luv 2 encourage more ministes 2 follow suit and reach out 2 d poor coz one day,d rain dat's beatin us will eventually get 2 them
- 17 June 2011 at 22:42
Very well done. This is what I call 'giving something back to society'.
We want more of these gestures please
- 18 June 2011 at 05:53
Daddy G.O is a unique man of God.Thank God for this great thing.
A great gift for humanity.
- 20 June 2011 at 20:00
- KELE GOLDMIND said...
Daddy G.O. thanks for this auspicious feat u achieved, it goes a long way to elicit your visionary leadership and commitment to God and Humanity!....Thank you so much, ...i HOPE Bishop Oyedepo , Oyakilome and the rest will toe this line!
- 21 June 2011 at 12:25
- techno-realist said...
"this is damn good business using the name of the Lord and cleverly using and researching parts of the scripture to cover their backs.." - Ade_Cool
Which pastors exactly are you accusing? 'Cuz all I'm getting from your comments is plain hatred and judgement with no direction...
- 26 June 2011 at 14:54
- Ade_Cool said...
I couldn't care less about your comments..I placed my comments..you place yours without being all over mine..like a bad rash..have you said anything contrary to dispute what I stated...a big NO!!..
and you call yourself a Techno-realist..give me a flipping break..and its still damn good business..might start one myself..for those gullible ones are there..Lord's annoited indeed!!..
- 26 June 2011 at 22:36
God bless u sirGod bless u sir
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Es serio? No!~ Es no posible!
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i know this is a hot rod site, but i need a little help. can any one tell me in detail how to do a flip flop deck lid on a car(97 sunfire)
or if it is even possible to do it on a sunfire...
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Mathjew or is it Mathew, I have to tell you, that is a BIG, BIG job with little payback. I have no idea on how it would be done on your Sunfire. I would have to study it for quite some time before I touched it with a wrench.
If you, youself, can't walk up to that car and figure it out, please don't let someone talk you into this. There are lots of people who talk about modifications such as this like it is easy. IT IS NOT EASY!
This along with suicide doors are HUGE project requiring a good understanding of geomotry and mechanical engineering. You don't need formal training in these fields, but you better have a good working knowledge of them! These modifications are NOT JUST cutting and welding some stuff together, they are VERY COMPLEX projects. If you get someone telling they are not, DO NOT BELIEVE THEM!!!
I have see a lot of cars butchered up with these modifications. Ones that the doors, hood or trunk don't work worth a crap. They hit the adjacent panel as they open, they fall to one side as they open, they just work like CRAP.
I have done them, a few times, THEY ARE NOT EASY. They take many, many hours to design, BEFORE you touch it with a wrench.
There are many halfars web sites and stores selling "universal" kits to do these jobs, THEY ARE NOT TO BE BELIEVED they are a joke, and there is NO SUCH THING as a "univesal" kit. I guess the word is pretty relevent, "Universal", by their standards would be a pile of wood is a "universal" kit for a house! Sure, you wouldn't be lieing right? You could build a house out of the pile of wood, but it would take a talented person to pull it off. These "kits" are like a pile of metal, sure but if you were good enough to pull it off you wouldn't need to pay for the "kit" you would just go get the metal and do it.
There is NO SUCH THING as a "universal" hinge or kit for these modifications. Each and every car would need a COMPLETELY different design, each and every car would be COMPLETELY different, there is NO ONE "KIT" THAT COULD PROVIDE WHAT YOU NEED.
Listen, just spend the time you would on this modification on DETAIL, that is what makes the difference on a show winning car. Do something that you don't have to be parked with the trunk open for people to see. Besides, there is NOTHING uglier than a car parked with the trunk open! I don't care which way it is opening, I don't care how "cool" it may be that it opens "wrong", it is UGLY.
Mat-What martinsr is saying is VERY true. I have been a metal fabricator and welder all of my adult life and I have tackled many challenging projects. Some years ago I helped a buddy of mine mount the hood and doors on a 57 T-bird replica kit car. Getting those things to work right was a nightmare to say the least even with instructions and templates. If you are the least bit confused about how it needs to be done then my advice would be to think again about doing it. If you feel that it is worth all the trouble then you would do well to find someone that has done this before and is willing to help hands-on as it will take detailed instructions with EXACT measurements to get it right. If you tackle this project and try to figure out each step as you proceed then be prepared for disaster.
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I once saw a tutorial on how to do a flip flop trunk for a cavalier/sunfire. I don't remember the exact address but you can do a search on : http://www.j-body.org. It is a site for cavalier and sunfire. I used to go there a lot before I heard about hotrodders . It might not give any answer because there have been a invasion of ricers on that site... anyway good luck.
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Dont ask me how or where I got it but I have a file which shows and documents building a suicide trunk... its a word file with the photos in it. Good luck, let me know if you try it and if it actually works.
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Singlehanding a 41' Hunter DS?
I'm recently single and selling my house. Considering moving to Miami and living on a boat in a nice Marina to save money. Since I'd be living there for 2 years, I'd want a brand new boat that's somewhat large so I can live comfortably, yet not so large that I can't sail it solo. Money isn't an object, rather getting a decent sized boat that I can sail and live on is more my consideration. I can get a 50 or 60' if I wanted, and they look quite livable, but they had 6 and 7 foot drafts which would limit my Keys and Bahamas sailing, and I sincerely doubt anyone can sail it alone?
So, after doing some research, the 2013 Hunter 41' DS looks big enough, has a 'master bedroom,' and a 5' keel so I could do some sailing in Keys and Bahamas. It has a shower, and if I find a nice marina, can pull up to luxury one with pool and facilities.
My question is if the boat is too big to sail on alone if I wanted to?
Thanks for any advice!!
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Welcome to Sailnet, Networker.
Sailing a 41' boat singlehandedly can be done, but how well it can be done and how safely depends on the skill and experience of the sailor. Unless you have considerable experience getting any boat over 30' or so into and out of a slip singlehanded is going to be a handful in all but the calmest weather.
Re: Singlehanding a 41' Hunter DS?
Hi Andy, thanks for your reply. I don't have even a minute of experience on any boat larger than a canoe. Can't sail, but figured I could learn this summer. I was going to take ASA 101-104 lessons this summer, then get a boat this fall. If I can't do it on such a big boat, then its probably better to get a used starter boat and live in an apartment near the water. Or move up north with my friends and family and get some company on weekend trips. Just trying to look at what's realistic vs fantasy at this stage.
Thanks !!
Re: Singlehanding a 41' Hunter DS?
Like bigdogandy says. Sailing is easy. If you can get the sails up, I'm assuming you are in good health. The issue is going to be getting into and out of your slip. You can get a bow thruster and that would help. The issue that might come up is if it is too hard to sail you won't. You will just sit at the dock and that would be a waste.
Re: Singlehanding a 41' Hunter DS?
If money is not anissue, it certainly eliminates most of the problems. Why bother go for a Hunter when you can get a 2013 Hallberg Rassy 412.
Hallberg-Rassy - Yachts - Aft Cockpit Boats
The boat was designed to handled by just one finger and occasionally may be two fingers. Make sure you watch the video :).
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Re: Singlehanding a 41' Hunter DS?
You might look at a Nonsuch 33 or 36. Very easy to sail since there is only one big sail to handle. Quite beamy so there is lots of room including a shower. Older boats but many have been very well looked after. A good idea to get a bow thruster installed.
Re: Singlehanding a 41' Hunter DS?
Jumping headlong into a "Big Boat" without the years of experience that it takes to become a "Sailor" is not at all recommended.
Charter starting at 25' and sail solo,working your way up to 40+ and I promise you that your perspective will be altered, big time.
BTW, I'm 77 and have been sailing since age 12.
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The Green Edge Gardens is a Garden Maintenance Service Covering St Albans, Harpenden and all areas within 10 miles.
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Mr. Renart was extremely helpful in my recent divorce in allowing me to avoid costly expenses of court while still helping me retain a settlement that best served my family's interests. He was strategic in managing the legal aspects and yet remained focused on helping me achieve the outcomes I wanted for the least expense. I also appreciated his calm demeanor and steady guidance during a very stressful process! I would highly recommend him as a divorce lawyer.
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Thursday 20 October 2016
Congratulations to WildBear Entertainment, named the 2016 ACT Exporter of the Year! WildBear specialises in content production and management for a range of media including television, theatrical, corporate, educational, and government communications.
Game Plus industry co-working space open at AIE
Wednesday 14 September 2016
The Australian Interactive Entertainment (AIE) today launched the Game Plus industry co-working space and incubator facility at the Canberra Technology Park in Watson. It provides a hub for digital entrepreneurs to co-locate, share resources, knowledge and opportunities. For more information visit gameplus.com.au .
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Thursday 15 September 2016
Congratulations to all finalists in this year's ACT Chief Minister's Export Awards , which were announced yesterday. Winners will be presented awards at a Gala dinner on 20 October 2016, to recognise and celebrate the achievements of our leading exporters. Tickets to the Awards dinner are now on sale .
Canberra Region Local Industry Participation Policy
Monday 12 September 2016
From 1 January 2017, the Canberra Region Local Industry Participation Policy will require ACT Government to consider every opportunity for competitive local businesses, including Small and Medium Enterprises, when awarding contracts. Over the coming months further information to help industry and government understand the policy will be introduced. To read the policy, visit Procurement and Capital Works - Canberra Region Local Industry Participation Policy page .
Strategy to support Canberra's largest export
Friday 2 September 2016
The ACT International Education Strategy – Canberra: Australia's Education Capital was launched on Friday 2 September 2016. The Strategy is designed to support the ACT's largest export sector as well as the business, trade and investment links that international students bring to Canberra. Read more on the International Education Strategy page.
Thursday 1 September 2016
The ACT Government has commissioned Lonergan Research to carry out a survey among ACT businesses to obtain a better understanding of their characteristics, needs and development plans, so that the Government can provide programs that best promote growth opportunities for the businesses, nationally and internationally.
A Presentation by Dr Paul Nielsen
Monday 14 November 2016
Organiser: UNSW Canberra, Capability Systems Centre
Dr Paul D. Nielsen, Director and CEO of Software Engineering Institute (SEI) will be speaking at a public presentation at UNSW Canberra. SEI is a global leader in advancing software and cybersecurity to solve the nation's toughest problems through focused research, development and transition to the broad software engineering community.
Incubator Support Initiative information sessions
Tuesday 25 October 2016
Organiser: AusIndustry
New and existing incubators are invited to attend an information session to find out more about the Australian Government's Incubator Support Initiative . A Canberra information session will be held on 25 October.
2016 Actsmart Business Sustainability Expo
Thursday 1 September 2016
Organiser: Actsmart Business
This year's Actsmart Business Sustainability Expo will be even bigger than previous years, with a new venue, great exhibitors, informative workshops, interactive displays, on stage presentations and a networking event that will have Canberra talking! Featuring guest speaker Barry Du Bois from Ten Network's The Living Room! If you work in a business, own a business, support business or have an interest in sustainability initiatives then this FREE expo is not to be missed.
Tuesday 7 June 2016
Organiser: ACT Chinese Business Council
Learn from Chinese entrepreneurs Jin Dang, Tencent Incubator Manager and Shuai Zhang, Founder of "qingchujia" the secrets of becoming a successful startup and how to sell $4m worth of products in an hour in China.
Indigenous Business Workshop - Marketing
Wednesday 18 May 2016
Organiser: Canberra Innovation Network Indigenous Business Development Team
This free workshop will help you to market your business online using a website and social media.
Bidding to win business workshop: Light Rail Business Link
Tuesday 14 June 2016
Organiser: Light Rail Business Link Program, Canberra Business Chamber
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Breaking down the frustrating process of doing your own nails.
Many experienced techs do their own nails and show them with pride. While it may seem like an impossible task at first, there are ways to break down the process to help get you through the frustrating first attempts. There are many benefits to doing your own nails. Using your weak hand for skilled tasks exercises your brain and keeps it healthy by challenging it to learn something new. And as a nail tech, a great set of self applied nails is a perfect way to advertise your superior skills. Here is a collection of pointers.
When you're just starting, the easiest way is to hold the efile, file, and brush motionless in your opposite hand and let your dominant hand do most of the work. As you practice more, you'll be able to maneuver your opposite hand more and more, which makes the sets faster and faster each time. To help with this, I started using my opposite hand when eating so I get better with the weaker hand.
— Tammy Warner, educator for Akzentz and founder of The High Road to Education
When filing the shape, look at all the angles of the nail — from the front to the C-curve. And to really make sure they are even across the top (when wearing them square) look at them with your palm facing you and drag the file toward you to give that nice square look. Shaping can be your biggest challenge when doing your own nails.
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For a French, white tips are a life saver. Perfect smile lines are hard enough with your dominant hand, why go through the nightmare of trying to do it with the weaker one?
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Color fades and glitter blends are a great way to get started. They're a little more forgiving than pink-and-whites.
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Cadillac XTS Forum Discussion, Loaner Car in Current Cadillac Vehicle Discussion; When I purchased my XTS, and I am thoroughly enjoying my Caddy, I was under the impression that whenever I ...
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Loaner Car
When I purchased my XTS, and I am thoroughly enjoying my Caddy, I was under the impression that whenever I brought my vehicle in for service that I would be given a loaner to drive until my vehicle was completed. When I brought the car in for the recall on the download for CUE, I received a loaner. I just called to set up an appt for state inspection and whatever addl maintenance was required and asked for my "complementary" loaner car and was told that the loaner is only given for warranty work and not for routine maintenance or state inspections. Sure enough, I checked the warranty program and it is what the service person stated. Guess I was used to BMW doing the loaner car thing for all service work. With all that said, am I the only one who misunderstood the program? Should I get tested for the unique protein common in other Alzheimer patients?
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I had the same question the first time I brought mine for service . I had a Mercedes and always got loaner cars for free and my wife has had 3 infiniti and always get free loaners too. Then I dawned on me that the loaners are free on those because the service visits usually go into the hundreds$$$$. The caddy service is FREE so I don't mind paying 60-70$ for a loaner. Is actually cheaper on the long run
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I am glad to hear that you are enjoying your XTS! I apologize that you misunderstood the program. Please feel free to private message me if you have any further questions or concerns. Thank you very much for your time. I hope you continue to enjoy your XTS!
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Re: Loaner Car
It depends on the dealer. If the competition in the area is stiff, they will bend over backwards to giver you superior service and treatment. I even get a loaner on my 2001 Eldorado when the service goes over two hours. They also use the loaner as a sales tool. Put you in a newer car and hope you get interested.
- 09-08-13 07:46 PM #5Originally Posted by Lifer
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Re: Loaner Car
My dealer honor's this but I thought it was part of the Warranty as stated on the Cadillac Site. http://www.cadillac.com/owners/warranty.html
During the warranty coverage period, this Cadillac program provides alternate transportation and/or reimbursement of certain transportation expenses under the Courtesy Transportation Program if your vehicle requires warranty repairs. Several transportation options are available. Refer to your Owner Manual for details, including reservation of rights, or consult your dealer/retailer.
And if you look under FAQ's:
Courtesy Transportation is also included for 6-years or 70,000-miles1 for 2013 models and 5-years/100,000-miles1 for 2012 and older Cadillac vehicles. Whenever warranty repairs are required, several transportation options and/or reimbursement of certain transportation expenses are available for your convenience at participating dealers or retailers.
I think the policy is mandatory loaner car for any warranty work any Cadillac is in for but up to dealer to give loaner car for regular scheduled service. I think
Here at toyota we dont have loaners but warranty will pay for a rental car, extended warrantys typically cover up tp 5 days per repair


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Re: Voodon't!
the hand drawn text makes it work a whole lot better. Way to keep the red in there. Stay the course!
Re: Note to Self : Gotta quit quitting!
Note to self : Really gotta quit the caffeine.....nah, that won't work...okay...quit the smoking. You know you have to. No. Alright, then quit the drinking...drop the alcohol completely. Can't do it. Okay, well at least quit lying. You can do that right. No? Alright then....at the very least quit saying you're going to quit! DONE!
Complete with cigarette ashes, coffee and wine stains to let you know that you failed to reach your goal.
Re: Won't Somebody Think Of The Children!?
This is a terrible shirt!
intaglio wrote:monopoly has always ended the same way
Hahaa, awesome. I hope this places.
cheer4vols wrote:Ummm, I dont think I would wear this seeing that the morning after pill is called Plan B.... But I get your design! I just wouldnt wear it.
True, but the context is quite clear. And any evocation of emergency contraception just reinforces the theme of disappointment and resignation. Props on the team effort! GMV.
Re: El Prospector Cansado
Very nice work.
Re: I Don't Wanna Play No More
WB, disco!
Re: Quittles
Hahahahaha, EPIC WIN!
Re: Normal
hehehehe I love this one.
jimstein wrote:hmmm...? what are you trying to say?
How did you know this was one of mine? Yes. I had you in mind!
Anj963 wrote:SWEET! I would buy three.
Thanks! I know if I was up against a rabbit that's got a mean streak a mile wide like this one that I just might quit while I was ahead..
That was what I thought of first, too: Living the morning after pill?
Nice pictures, though.
Re: Quitter!
Here's a shirt for those who have quit, plan to quit, are in the process of quitting, or for those who want to smoke while wearing it and be the perfect hypocrite.
Re: Chicken Fried Chicken
By the way.... Drop by and show some support for Edgar if you get a chance. Just click the "vote 4 edgar" image in my sig.
amazing design! concept is great and the linework is sooo nice
derekfilley wrote:
Seriously, i love how you can draw and be creative at the same time... somewhat of a rarity on shirt.woot.
Thanks very much Derek! This is actually very different stuff than what I do on a daily basis. It's been a real challenge to adjust to t-shirt compatible drawings from my usual style.
AttilaTheMom wrote:hehehehe I love this one.
Thanks Attila,
I was getting ready to pull it for lack of votes. Maybe I'll leave a little longer.
tgentry wrote:Hahaa, awesome. I hope this places.
thanks! maybe i'll take a spot right behind yours
Re: Quit Hoping - Love Is Dead
Very Nice Aarrgyle dude!
Re: Where's Bob? Doesn't get wired anymore...
This is your typical bird scenario. You're sitting on a wire, waiting for someone to drop a crumb, and feel- this is STUPID. And leave. That's Bob. The quitter. The non-social bird.
Re: The First Quitter
Very creative... I still can't look at it and not laugh (wait... can't... not... hmm.)
Re: Quitter
beautiful shirt. theme?
Re: Quit and Cheat
How many times have you spent hours upon hours studying for a test only to fail completley and utterly? Well no more I say! It is time to quit studying and to cheat off of that kid that has the unnatural talent of knowing everything anyway. Just remember to not get caught.
Like the shirt, would probably buy it, but I don't see the "Quitting" theme.
Re: The Little Engine That Chose Not To . . .
Had to resub, please vote again for the Little Engine That Chose Not to :D
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Re: KTHNXBAI!!!1
Ha ha, does this imply God is a pc user (the 'x' is on the other side for macs right?)
In any case, pretty darn creative my friend. this derby is not turning out to be the bland catastrophy I envisioned.
Here is a better picture of it
AdderXYU wrote:WB, disco!
Re: It's a ewe.
I love this one! Now we just need that guy so everything he touches can turn to Quittles...
Re: Hack writers who gave up.
I dont think this is live-traced enough.
the disco-legend's back?
Hope they dont reject it cause it may be woot related.
Re: Quit While You are Ahead
Quit while you are a head! With a spin. A little crazy, a little fun.
derekfilley wrote:Ha ha, does this imply God is a pc user (the 'x' is on the other side for macs right?)
In any case, pretty darn creative my friend. this derby is not turning out to be the bland catastrophy I envisioned.
You know, I'd figure god was a command line type of being, but that just doesn't fly as well visually. I thought macs had the red circle on the top right... oh well.
yeah this derby is going to be very tough.
Failoan wrote:Hope they dont reject it cause it may be woot related.
Prolly will. :/
Re: Meh.
Little guy walks along
Little guy sees an obstacle ahead
Little guy decides it's not worth it and just quits before trying to overcome it.
Meh I say! . .MEH! :D
Magic people Voodoo people! Great job derek!
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"I'm excited about getting this opportunity," Dedman said last week. "The boys have been working hard in the weightroom after school, they've giving us everything they've got."
Dedman was introduced to the team prior to Thursday afternoon's after school weight-lifting session by Principal Travis Mayfield. Dedman is in his second stint on the faculty at Wilson Central – having worked there a total of seven years.
"The process was a little longer than I thought it might have been and I was a little discouraged. But it was certainly worth the wait."