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Flowers and plants have been an elemental passion for Leslie Montana since her childhood in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, in New York City, in the 1960s. Her earliest memories are of the gardens in Brooklyn that she grew up with. The flowers often seemed as big as she was and the roses and brightly colored spring tulips particularly captured her attention. As she played among peach and apple trees, grape vines and bountiful vegetable gardens it created a lasting impression on this soon-to-be artist.
Leslie Montana called New York City and northern New Jersey home for most of her life. As she notes, "The Statue of Liberty was never more than 15 miles from my front door for what seemed like forever." Then 9/11 occurred and the fear in the air created a need for her to take a geographic sabbatical. Today, the love she has for her "home-town-city" remains even as she moves between the foothills of the Colorado Rockies to southern California's beaches to northern New Mexico.
As far back as she can remember Leslie Montana has identified herself as an artist. Her current body of work began to emerge in the mid 1990's when her inspiration soared and gained tremendous momentum after a creative rebirth of sorts. Leslie Montana found life taking her down a new path as she stretched several large canvases from which large and uncharacteristic paintings of single flowers emerged. "A clear and direct wellspring of inspiration opened up inside of me," she remembers, "and connected me to the world of nature and beauty in a way I had not been able to see before."
The focus of these large works is as personal as it is transcendent, and is about enjoying the pure beauty and light-filled qualities of what Montana sees in nature. For Leslie Montana there is a powerful kind of silence that engages her consciousness during her most centered and productive moments. As she paints she sees an entire painting in her mind's eye before it is ever manifest on canvas. Yet it is always a process of exploration and discovery as it emerges into physical reality. She plans each piece using her imagination and sometimes a sketch to keep that imagination on track. "A good description of how this process feels is 'effortless' very hard work."
On her creative journey, the appreciation she has for the "exquisiteness inherent in nature" continues to grow. "It expands as I continue to work more deeply and uncover who I am in relationship to nature, God, Great Spirit, the Great Mystery. I am inspired to explore as well as share the beauty I see emanating through these life forms. Welcome to the garden of my inner landscape."


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Lisburn City Council is hosting a free open air concert in Wallace Park featuring X Factor finalists Rough Copy and Luke Friend.
The concert, to celebrate the council conferring the Freedom of the City on uniformed youth organisations, will take place on Saturday, April 26 from 3.30pm to 6.00pm.
A civic ceremony will be held at Lagan Valley Island earlier in the day before the city's uniformed youth organisations will parade from the Island, leaving at 2.30pm, through Castle Street, Market Square and Railway Street, arriving at Wallace Park at the Magheralave Road to enjoy the Concert.
Public admission to the Concert will be using a wristband system. Wristbands will be available for collection at the Lagan Valley LeisurePlex and Brook Activity Centre from 4.00pm – 7.00pm on Tuesday April 15.
Following the public distribution of wristbands on April 15 any remaining wristbands will be issued on Wednesday April 16 at Lagan Valley LeisurePlex Football Factory from 10.00am.
Speaking at the Launch, Chairman of the Council's Leisure Services Committee, Alderman Paul Porter, said that the concert was organised to celebrate the efforts and the contributions of the Youth Uniformed Organisations to life in Lisburn.
"This Concert is our way of saying thank you to all our young people who make such a difference to our city.
"Our open air concerts have proved massively popular in the past and this year's line up is sure to attract thousands to Wallace Park.
"I have no doubt that it will be a great family afternoon out," said Alderman Porter.
A maximum of four wristbands will be available per person and must be collected by an adult at either of the collection venues. An adult must accompany children under 12 years to the concert. The public entrance to the concert will be via the Belfast Road entrance only. Gates will open at 2.00pm.
The Mayor of Lisburn, Councillor Margaret Tolerton, said that the concert would be a fitting finale to the day's celebrations. "I hope as many people as possible will come and watch the Uniformed Youth Organisations Parade through the city centre on Saturday 26th April before joining us for an afternoon of musical entertainment with Rough Copy and Luke Friend in Wallace Park," said Councillor Tolerton.
Please note there will be parking restrictions in the vicinity of Wallace Park on Saturday, April 26.

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The Series Finale
Everybody Loves Raymond is based on the work of stand-up comedian Raymond Romano. The series itself is basically about an oddly arranged family, which makes for a great sitcom. Romano plays Ray Barone, a not-so-typical sports writer, husband, and father of three. Ray and his wife Debra live across the street from his neurotic parents Frank and Marie, weird brother Robert and his wife Amy. The comedy revolves around the entire family acting goofy and turning some rather common situations into a riot. The actors and actresses deliver dialogue with talent and also incorporate physical comedy into the show with ease, which only adds to the hilarity. For more details about this series please refer to DVD Talk's reviews of season one, season two, season three, season four, season five, season six, and season seven.
This review covers the DVD release of the series finale. The episode rightfully entitled "Finale" marked the last episode of Everybody Loves Raymond and the end of a nine season run. "Finale" aired May 16, 2005 and it was released on DVD eight days later on May 24, 2005. Along with "Finale", this DVD includes the series pilot episode "Pilot". Having both episodes on one DVD gives viewers a chance to see what the show as like in the beginning and the end. Unfortunately, beyond the two episodes, there is nothing else.
The episode "Finale" is a touching episode that really shows how much everybody cares about Raymond and the kind of family the Barone's are. For faithful viewers who have been watching the family for nine years, we've come to see the interesting and neurotic family dynamic. At times they may seem angry, unhappy, and/or jealous with each other, but at the heart, they care about each other. Throughout the series' nine seasons, there have been episodes with heart warming moments (like Frank expressing his love for his boys or Marie, Robert and Ray bonding, etc.), but nothing like the series finale. It was a nice way to end the series.
In "Finale", Raymond learns he has to undergo a routine operation. During Ray's operation in the waiting room, a nurse informs the family there are post-operation complications, which set Debra, Robert, and Frank into emotional upheavel (Marie was out of the room). Almost immediately after, the doctor comes out and informs them everything is fine. Afterwards, Debra, Robert, and Frank agree to keep what happened a secret from Ray and Marie. And as they try to go about their lives, they each come to realize what is important, each other.
Overall, I really enjoyed the series finale. I thought it was a great episode with a solid combination of heartwarming material and comedy. I also thought the episode gave the series a kind farewell. With that said, despite I enjoyed the episode I do not think the series finale is a worthy investment. If you are already planning on purchasing all of the season sets, season nine is not far off the horizon (I am estimating based upon past season releases) and it is almost pointless to purchase this DVD for a single episode. However, if you are a casual viewer, it is not a bad purchase. Putting the recommendation somewhere in between there, I give it a rent it recommendation. It is a fun episode, but not worth it if you are planning on purchasing season nine when it hits DVD.
The DVD
There is no support of subtitles or closed captioning.
Final Thoughts:
However, despite my praise for the series finale, I am not as excited about the concept of the "series finale" on DVD as I am about the show. If you are planning on purchasing the season sets, then there is no reason to purchase this DVD. It has no additional extras to speak of, and in the near future when season nine is released on DVD, you will have it on DVD. However, for casual viewers this is a fine purchase that comes with the beginning and the end of a wonderful series.


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Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church sat on the corner of S.W. 11th Street and S. Youngs Boulevard for 60 years. The parish served a community that slowly transitioned to poor, homeless and immigrant over the course of those six decades. Our Lady of Guadalupe began as an outreach of Little Flower Catholic Church and, until April, served the community as a local parish.
With the parishioners' numbers steadily diminishing, the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City and Catholic Charities commissioned three women with more than 20 years' experience working with the homeless to begin a pilot project in Our Lady of Guadalupe. The parish was converted to a full-time women's center: Sanctuary Women's Development Center.
The parish church retains its charm, despite the chancel and altar being converted to office space, as well as a bed for Bo, the soon-to-be-certified therapy dog. In the space that used to be occupied by worshippers, women apply for jobs, create résumés, read, chat, work on crafts and fill out forms to get the paperwork and identification necessary to qualify for benefits and housing. The parish hall, called Mary's House, functions as a meeting space and storage facility for the supplies the ministry distributes to the women and children it serves.
Sanctuary has aided more than 200 women since opening in April, and Kim Woods, the director, said 28 of those have been placed in permanent housing.
"The idea of a day shelter is still in the works," Woods said, "but for now, we don't function as a day shelter. We meet immediate needs as best we can, and we work to get the women who are homeless into permanent housing."
Amy Hampton, Sanctuary's behavioral health case manager, said they were initially concerned that women would come in just for services, like food and financial assistance, or the center's free shower, washer and dryer, and not be interested in case management.
"We found they are really interested in case management, though," she said. "Consequently, we spend hours on the phone with various government agencies. Getting a job or housing requires identification. Many of our clients have no birth certificate or no ID. Some have neither. We negotiate "¦ to get the documents so we can help them find jobs and obtain permanent housing."
To help with the job search, Sanctuary provides Internet access, permanent voicemail service, résumé help, interview coaching and clothing for interviews. Those services are vital to help women transition from homelessness or poverty into permanent housing and gainful employment, but Hampton said Sanctuary is different not because it provides those services, but because of its atmosphere.
"We are a small operation, so we know everyone. We treat them well," she said. "Ask our clients. They will tell you there is no judgment here. We take care of their physical needs and anything else they'll let us help with."
One of the clients, who requested anonymity because of the risk of domestic violence, said, "I live on the street, and I have nowhere to shower or clean up. I come here and shower, and they provide me with everything I need. I get to eat when I'm hungry, and I get company from the other women."
The communal component is important in Sanctuary's success.
"These women don't just get help from case workers," Woods said. "They participate in a community. They find the support of friends and take responsibility. We have a garden where some of them work. They clean up around the facility. They get involved and give back."
Security is an ongoing concern for the center, although Woods said the men from Grace Rescue Mission across the street and the Oklahoma City Police Department have all been helpful in checking on the center. Men aren't allowed into the facility, but there is a designated space for children, as well as activities.
"I think it's safe to say that every woman here has been a victim of some kind of violence," Hampton said. "Domestic abuse, sexual assault … yeah, it's safe to say all of them."
Sandra Carrillo is the administrative assistant and first point of contact for Sanctuary. She gives every woman who comes in a standard questionnaire to determine her needs. The number of new women is now five per day, which is in addition to the regulars. The community is slowly embracing the center and coming to trust it. As a designated food bank location, Sanctuary also provides groceries for anyone who stops by with a need.
"We can give out groceries, and we want to do that," Woods said, "but we also need other things to give them. People on the street don't have healthy food, so we always need healthy snacks and fruit juice."
There is a longer list of needed items, too, including move-in packs.
"We can get these people housing," Hampton said, "but often that means they are sleeping on the floor with a towel or a pillow. We need basic necessities for moving in, and we especially need furniture, but we need people who can deliver it when we need it delivered, because we have no storage space."
Woods said she isn't sure what's in the future for Sanctuary. It will still be there providing services, but Catholic Charities has yet to decide whether it will expand into a day shelter or possibly duplicate the model in smaller facilities around the city.
Private donations are accepted. Interested parties can contact the center at 526-2321. "Greg Horton


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Spell Check of rings
Correct spelling: rings
Google Ngram Viewer results for rings:
This graph shows how "rings" have occurred between 1800 and 2008 in a corpus of English books.
Examples of usage for rings:
A small silver bell rings on the Marshal's desk, the one word: " Spot!" "The Crisis, Volume 6" , Winston Churchill.
" Now, when that bell rings I generally get my supper," she thought, as she ran towards the rope. "Stories of Animal Sagacity" , W.H.G. Kingston.
" If Mr. Maltby," said Allen, " had cast back instead of forward last time I holloa'd, he'd have had the mask on his saddle rings by now." "The Devil's Garden" , W. B. Maxwell.
Quotes for rings:
You know what a champion is? A champion is someone who's ready when the gong rings- not just before, not just after- but when it rings. - Jack Dempsey
I was just in the middle of singing a song about how broke we were and now my cell phone rings. - Joel Madden
I've chosen my wedding ring large and heavy to continue forever. But exactly because of that all the time that Dave and I have an argument I feel it like handcuffs, and on anger time I throw it in a basket. Poor Dave, he bought me three wedding rings already! - Carmen Miranda
I trained like an animal, but the thing is focus and concentration. When the bell rings it's like when the little red light goes on over the camera. And I can usually nail my lines on the first or second take because I'm right there. - Mickey Rourke
The Lord of the Rings movie set an entirely new standard for fantasy in the movies. - Sarah Zettel
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Finale part 1
Hey guys and welcome to part 1 of the finale recap of Project Runway Season 11 by yours truly Sonjia Williams. I can't believe the season is almost over. I feel like it flew by so fast! This was a great season, and that's coming from a bias opinion because I thought my season was the best. Anyway, so were back to the runway and Heidi and Tim are there to give the designers the details on making their collections for Mercedes Benz fashion week. They will all receive $10,000 to make a 12 piece fall collection. Tim will make special visits to each designer to check on their progress. They will then come back to New York to present 3 of the looks to the judges for them to decide which 3 designers will move on to show their collection at the one and only Mercedes Benz Fashion Week.
Tim makes a visit to Patricia in New Mexico to see her collection first. Patricia shows him the house that she grew up in,and introduces him to her entire, humble family. She tells Tim that her collection was inspired by nature and trees. Tim liked her collection but wanted her to watch out so that it doesn't become too crafty.
The second stop on Tim's journey is Michelle in Portland Oregon. She introduces Tim to her family and they share that they have always supported her on this quest of her life. She tells Tim that she was influenced by a lone wolf and its survival, as it becomes a metaphor of her journey on the show. He loved the direction she was going in warned her not to over design.
Tim's next stop was in Austin, Texas to visit Daniel. He meets his sister and friends and gets a glimpse of what Daniel's life is like. They later walk up the stairs to take a look at what Daniel has created. Daniel tells Tim that he was influenced by Salvador's Dali, Germany and the cosmos. Tim wants him to edit his looks and watch the direction he is going in with the matronly ones. Tim's last visits was to see Stanley in Los Angeles, California. He tells Tim that he was inspired by the 60′s and Spain. He shared with Tim that he tried out for Project Runway 3 times and he's a bit sad that he can't share this moment with his sister that recently passed away. Nevertheless, he thinks of her and is proud of you he has become.
So they all return to NY to prepare for fashion week. Daniel is acting shady towards Michelle when she intially walks in. I guess he's still a little bitter about the Lord & Taylor challenge, which is silly to me. They are able to talk about it and move past it though, which is a great solution at this point in the game. Then in walks Stanley and last Patricia. They take the night off to relax because they have a lot of work ahead of them.
The next morning, they head to the workroom and Stanley realizes he still has a lot of work ahead of him. They will all receive helpers which is great! Stanley gets Richard,Daniel gets Samantha, Michelle gets Amanda, and Patricia gets Layana. They get critiqued from Tim as he looks at the 3 looks that they want to present to the judges. Tim loves Michelle's collection and encourages her to watch the details. He is concerned about one of the looks that Patricia wants to present to the judges and encourages her to swap it out for a different look. He is also concerned that Stanley's looks are too covered up and possibly too old. As for Daniel, he wants him to carefully pick the looks he presents to the judges. The day ends with the designers nervous for what the outcome will be the next day, as anyone in this position would be.
It's runway day and the designers and their helpers are working quickly to put the finishing touches on their looks. Finally the designs hit the runway and the judges have a lot to say about the designers collections. Starting with Michelle whom which they loved, they believe she delivered beautiful while still being unusual presentation. She presented 3 looks that were different, new, and forward. She created accessories which were easily detachable and could be added onto other pieces. It's was genius and extremely interesting to see! They just wanted her to watch her accessories and change the hair and makeup. On the other hand, they were extremely disappointed with Daniels collection. They were not wowed by any of his looks what-so-ever. They didn't think he presented anything they haven't seen before. Then there was Patricia's collection which confused the feelings of the judges. They didn't think it looked cohesive and were concerned what the other pieces would look like. They were also disappointed with what Stanley presented. They thought he needed to insert some sexiness and youth in his pieces. This came as a complete shock for everyone after watching him grow season after season, and seeing his talent progress.
In the end after the tough decision was made from all three judges, Michelle, Patricia and Stanley move on to Mercedes Benz Fashion Week and Daniel is out. I feel for him because I know what it feels like to make it that far but fall short. I honestly feel like he will become a better designer because of it and he will be even more driven to succeed… I know that I am.


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Not only do I love to make easy meals but I love it even more when there is minimal mess. Can I get a high five on that one? One pan dishes are the absolute best because they taste great but don't have a sink full of dishes to wash. Today's recipe is just that-
It's ooey, gooey and cheesy good. I make a similar one with ground beef but found this recipe on the back of a package and knew that we had to test it out. Some of my favorite recipes have come from the back of packages. What about you?
- 1 tbsp oil (I used canola)
- 3-4 boneless chicken breasts
- ¾ c. rice, uncooked
- 2 c. water
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 c. whole kernel corn
- 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese (I used Mexican mix)
- sour cream (optional)
- Heat oil in medium sauce pan.
- Add chicken and cook for approximately 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Stir in the rest of ingredients (minus the cheese and optional sour cream).
- Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Let simmer for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked.
- Top with shredded cheese and let melt for a couple of minutes.
- Serve topped with sour cream (optional).
Looking for other simple but super good recipes? Look no further:
Southwest Chicken Bake
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EMERYVILLE, Calif. — Clif Bar and Company announced today the launch of a new protein bar to expand the company's offering to 10, 20 and 30 g protein bars.
Clif Builder's Max is a new 30 g protein bar made with TriBuild protein, a proprietary blend of whey, soy and casein, and is specifically crafted to support muscle growth and recovery. Max contains both fast-absorbing proteins that go to work quickly to promote muscle growth as well as proteins that take longer to absorb, which can help extend the muscle growth window. Clif Builder's protein bars also boast no artificial sweeteners, trans fat or ingredients sourced from GMOs.
"Clif Builder's is committed to offering great-tasting products that align with the needs of athletes and active people through every last rep, squat and sprint," said Shirin Belur, Clif Builder's brand manager. "The introduction of Builder's Max gives people another option to help customize their protein intake based on the day's activities and the demands of the workout."
Builder's Max is available in three flavors: Caramel Peanut, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and Mint Chocolate Chip.
CLIF Builder's offers three bars in an assortment of flavors and with varying protein levels:
Builder's Snack Size for lighter workouts or rest days (10 grams of protein);
Builder's for everyday workouts (20 grams of protein);
Builder's Max with TriBuild protein blend to support muscle growth and recovery after the toughest workouts (30 grams of protein).
Builder's Max is available at retailers nationwide with a suggested retail price of $2.69.
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The bestselling classic-now in trade paperback with an introduction by the author and a dazzling new package.
The classic science-fiction novel that changed the way we look at the stars-and ourselves.
The 1968 book and film that took more people tripping than LSD turns 25. This anniversary edition contains a new introduction by Clarke in which he reminisces about the story's origin. Note that an anniversary video/laserdisc also is being released.


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Several hundred million peasants will rise like a mighty storm, a force so swift and violent that no power, however great, will be able to hold it back.
Mao Tse-tung, March 1927
Was the Chairman prescient? Could he have anticipated by more than four decades an ingenious scheme just conceived by University of Alaska Geophysicist David Stone? If Mao had carried his maxim a little farther, says Stone in a tongue-in-cheek letter to Geotimes, China could have threatened distant enemies with mass destruction years before the development of nuclear warheads and long-range missiles.
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It was a typical Sunday afternoon in London. Inside The Orange Public House and Hotel near Sloane Square, the locals were engaging in a weekend ritual: Sunday roast. Heaping plates of sliced beef with braised cabbage and crispy potatoes were served up with Yorkshire pudding and gravy. Frothy pints of lager were delivered to wash it all down. And between taking orders and clearing tables, a cheery waitress swiftly tucked my suitcase out of the way and asked me to take a seat: "Your room will be ready soon," she said, "Would you like a drink while you wait?"
For a first-timer, checking in to a pub for the night is an unconventional experience. At The Orange - a trendy watering hole with four bedrooms on its upper floor - the features of a classic hotel are absent. There's no dedicated reception desk, no porter, and no concierge. Upon arrival, guests have to navigate their way through an often crowded ground-floor bar, up two narrow flights of stairs (bags in hand) to the second-floor dining room.
There, the check-in process takes place at the same counter where drinks are poured. This is, after all, a pub that happens to have some rooms for rent, not a hotel with a bar. On a busy Sunday it feels slightly awkward to stand there with luggage, in the middle of the rush-hour bustle.
And yet, there's no sense that you've intruded and no pressure to get out of the way. Like any good hotel, the welcome is warm and since there's no lobby, you're encouraged to treat the pub as your own living space.
The Orange is one of the latest in a spate of restored pubs in and around London that offer good food and drink for the local community, and chic accommodation for those who want to stay for more than a meal. "In recent years, the majority of 'restaurants with rooms' have tended to be in rural locations," says Matt Turner, editor of the hotel design magazine Sleeper. "But for hotel developers, the scarcity of available property in prime city-centre sites makes acquiring pubs for conversion to gastro-pubs with rooms - 'gastrotels' even - an appealing proposition."
Turner believes that authenticity and a sense of place are more likely found in an 18th-century inn than a fancy new-build hotel. Since many of the gastrotels started off as taverns offering accommodation, hoteliers have managed to spruce them up and convert them back to their original function. In guest rooms, flat-screen TVs and rain-forest showers are as de rigueur as claw-foot tubs and old wooden writing desks. At the same time, the charm of the original structure may restrict the level of luxury one can expect. Bedrooms tend to be on the small side. Heating and air-conditioning systems may seem antiquated. And noise levels may be high both from outside (most pubs are situated on main roads, so hearing traffic is inevitable) and in (depending on the level of soundproofing, you may be kept up by rowdy pubgoers).
The drawbacks, however, are minor compared to the overall experience. The recent transformation of Ye Olde English Inn has been led by a group of savvy designers and foodies who are as interested in trendy decor as they are in good food and home comforts. Don't expect the drab meals, dusty velvet booths and weathered dart boards of Coronation Street. The Orange, for instance, traded in its staid Victorian-era image for lime-washed Provençal-inspired interiors, exposed floorboards and soaring windows. Ilse Crawford, the founder of British Elle Decoration magazine and designer of Soho House New York, turned The Olde Bell Inn in Hurley and The Crown in Amersham, two timber-framed pubs in the countryside an hour outside London, into contemporary inns with cozy restaurants that serve traditional British fare made from locally sourced food. The guestrooms are simply adorned in natural tones with woven wool blankets, polished oak floors, farmhouse furniture and a stash of organic toiletries.
Then there's The York and Albany in Camden, which is part of Gordon Ramsay's growing empire and his only pub to take overnight guests. While its 10 rooms range in size from a tiny standard to a 550-square-foot suite that overlooks Regent's Park, each has the same luxurious amenities: 400-thread count Egyptian-cotton bed linens, an iPod docking station, DVD player and complimentary WiFi. At the bar, the drinks on tap range from ale and wine to fruity martinis and Veuve Clicquot. Some say the real draw, however, is in the kitchen. Executive chef Angela Hartnett, a Ramsay protégée, best-selling cookbook author and BBC TV personality, presides over the menu and offers up hands-on cooking classes on Saturdays.
But it's not all about the fluffy bathrobes, fancy drinks and celebrity chefs. "Many people are worried that the gastro pub will take over and that nowadays too many pubs are becoming like restaurants," says Fiona Stapley, editor of the Good Pub Guide 2010, "We have a strict rule [at The Good Pub Guide] If you're not made as welcome just popping in for a drink as you are coming in for a meal, then that pub is not for us."
There's no risk of being turned away at The Orange. On the Sunday night of my stay, the main-floor bar hummed with activity as friends gathered for chats and pints. The mood was friendly and informal. Upstairs, in the same dining room where I'd checked in earlier that day, I sat for dinner as a hotel guest but felt very much like a local, surrounded by an interesting mix of neighbourhood folk. The food was hearty and the prices, compared to the posh restaurants and hotels in the area, were quite reasonable.
This is the modern Britain public house, where gastro-labels and modern décor don't interfere with no-nonsense hospitality. Matt Turner agrees: "Pewter tankards seem to be the new martini glass."
Where to stay
Orange Public House and Hotel 37 Pimlico Rd., London; 44 (0) 207 881-9844; www.theorange.co.uk. From $236 a night.
The York and Albany 127-129 Parkway, London; 44 (0) 207 387-5700; www.gordonramsay.com/yorkandalbany. From $276 a night.
The Victoria 10 West Temple Sheen, London; 44 (0) 0208 876-4238; www.thevictoria.net. Seven rooms starting from $175 a night.
The Olde Bell Inn High Street, Hurley, Berkshire; 44 (0) 1628 825-881; www.theoldebell.co.uk. From $151 a night.
The Crown Inn 16 High St., Amersham, Bucks; 44 (0) 1494 721-541; www.theoldebell.co.uk. From $166 a night.
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I very much enjoy ribs but for some reason don't hunt for it like other foods. I guess I always assume good ribs are easy to find but apparently not!
Anyways tried Phil's BBQ for the first time on takeout tonight. Had the combo (which had beef brisket, chicken leg, and ribs) and also the pulled pork sandwich.
The combo ($23) consists of a quarter chicken with leg, a good serving of brisket, and two nice long ribs along with sides of baked beans and coleslaw. My god was it large. I didn't try the chicken but the everything else was quite good. The coleslaw had a nice tang but wasn't spectacular but the baked beans were quite yummy - still keeping their shape but wonderfully soft was a sauce that was sweet but not sugary. The beef brisket everyone thought was disappointing; it was just very unremarkable with a slightly rough texture that didn't carry much beef flavor. The ribs however were very good - with meat that comes off easily but still has wonderful texture and has a nice smoky flavor. They were dry but ample BBQ sauce that was very good was offered. The ribs were of very high quality but I'm still split on these or the ones at Banknote (King and Bathurst) that are covered in sauce, moist, and also wonderful.
The pulled pork sandwich ($7) I compare with the one from Dangerous Dan's and this did not compare. The bun was a nice kaiser but the pork was try and didn't carry much of any flavor at all. There wasn't much sauce or anything else in the sandwich to carry the ingredients and it ended up being dry and bland but very 'heavy'. Dangerous Dan's has cheese and also the pork is tender and has BBQ sauce that's all cooked in a wonderful gooey mess. I chose a side of potato salad that was probably the most surprisingly good item of the bunch. Large chunks of potato with skin with carrots and other things mixed in a very nice and light creamy dressing that didn't overwelm or 'drench' the salad.
Full menu is http://www.philsoriginalbbq.com/
Overall a good experience with the ribs and potato salad coming out to me as being things to order when I actually go there to dine.


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I realise there are many threads concerning the use of fgets, however I am still having difficulty after having read many of the previous threads!
Put simply, I have to replace every use of scanf in my code with fgets. For example, here is a typical example of the use of scanf in the current code:
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TY out to Rachel Sincere for a sample of this tea!
This tea looks fun – an interesting blend of fruits (apricots, cherries and plums – I don't see plums often in tea) with a black tea base.
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Sweetened, wow – much more fruity! It's like the fruit takes over a bit (maybe 60/40). I get the bite of cherry and maybe plum. I prefer this tea sweetened.
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MUMS-TO-BE have been warned to steer clear of foxes on the grounds of one of the country's busiest maternity hospitals.
A family of foxes has been spotted on the grounds of the Rotunda Hospital in Dublin, said Brian Gillen of the DSPCA.
Now he and other wildlife experts are warning people to take better care when disposing of food waste outside their properties following a surge in the number of urban foxes.
Patients at the Rotunda on Dublin's Parnell Square have been warned that a fox family had been seen "walking" and "playing" in the area.
It was reported that the signs were erected a couple of weeks ago as a measure to discourage people from engaging with the wild animal, and that no attack had actually taken place.
Mr Gillen said that there may be a number of reasons of why the animal has been appearing more frequently in urban areas, including access to food, their attraction to bone meal garden soil and the recent mild winter.
"Stay away from wildlife, they are wild animals, it'll be more in terror than anything else that they will attack you," he warned,
Mr Gillen said that the urban fox is a typically timid animal, and will only attack if they feel threatened.
"A fox will run off, they are a very nervous animal. But if you corner them, they will bite you," he added.
He said that he was encouraging the public to be more careful with food waste disposal, and to keep their distance.
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Peter van Dalen (born 3 September 1958) is a Dutch politician and Member of the European Parliament (MEP) from the Netherlands. He is a member of the Christian Union, part of the European Conservatives and Reformists.
Pre-political career[edit]
Van Dalen was educated at the Develstein College, in Zwijndrecht, and studied history and international relations at Utrecht University. At university, van Dalen was a member of the SSR-NU, a Christian social club for students, and worked in the House of Representatives of the Netherlands as a member of staff for Meindert Leerling, with responsibility for health policy. After graduating in 1983, van Dalen enrolled in Utrecht's law school, but had to drop out in 1985 because he was constantly travelling abroad and was too busy to keep up with his studies.[1] He became a senior policy officer for Leen van der Waal, a Member of the European Parliament for a joint RPF-GPV-SPG (Reformed Political Party) ticket in 1984. In 1989, van Dalen joined the Ministry of Transport, Public Works and Water Management, dealing with the then-European Economic Community (EEC). From 1990 to 2009, van Dalen held increasingly senior positions in the Ministry, reaching the position of Superintendent-Director of the Inspectorate of Transport and Public Works.[2]
Local government[edit]
From 1994 to 1998, Van Dalen was a member of the municipal council of Houten for the combined fraction of RPF-GPV and also leader of this fraction.
European Parliament[edit]
At the end of February 2009, van Dalen was designated leader for the 2009 European elections of the ChristianUnion – Reformed Political Party. The group won two seats, and sought to join the European Conservatives and Reformists, following the breakup of the Independence/Democracy grouping, but in the European Parliament, the British Conservative Party was critical of the policies of the SGP towards women, and so refused to let the SPG MEP Bas Belder sit in the newly formed European Conservatives and Reformists group. This caused the ChristianUnion – Reformed Political Party to break up, and Bas Belder joined the Europe of Freedom and Democracy grouping. Van Dalen sits on the Committee on Transport and Tourism in the European Parliament.
Political views[edit]
Van Dalen is a "Euro-realist" and believes that European cooperation is useful, but that the EU should not lead to a bureaucratic "superstate" involved in anything interfering with domestic social policy.[3] Van Dalen is opposed to Turkish membership of the EU,[4] and believes that the economic crisis was largely the result of secularisation.[5] Similarly, van Dalen has expressed his belief that secularisation is the biggest threat to Europe.[6]
Personal life[edit]
Van Dalen is married and lives in Houten, part of the province of Utrecht. He is a member of the Protestant Church in the Netherlands (PKN).
See also[edit]
- ^ ChristenUnie Europees Parlement » Curriculum Peter van Dalen. Eurofractie.nl. Retrieved on 2013-09-07.
- ^ ChristenUnie Europees Parlement » Curriculum Peter van Dalen. Eurofractie.nl. Retrieved on 2013-09-07.
- ^ ChristenUnie Europees Parlement » Van Dalen: Eurorealistisch, niet met de rug naar Europa. Petervandalen.eu. Retrieved on 2013-09-07.
- ^ ChristenUnie Europees Parlement » Van Dalen: Turkije hoort niet bij de Europese Unie. Petervandalen.eu (2009-04-28). Retrieved on 2013-09-07.
- ^ 'God moet terugkeren in Europa' | nu.nl/verkiezingen eu - nieuws | Het laatste nieuws het eerst op. Nu.nl. Retrieved on 2013-09-07.
- ^ ChristenUnie Europees Parlement » 'Secularisatie bedreigt EU het meest'. Petervandalen.eu. Retrieved on 2013-09-07.
External links[edit]
- (in Dutch) Parlement.com biography
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The Friends of the Augusta Library will hold a book sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
The sale will be held in the lobby of the Augusta-Richmond County Library, 823 Telfair St.
Used books are also available for purchase during the Friends of the Augusta Library's regular book shop hours: 2-4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 2-6 p.m. Tuesday.
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The Lydia Project is holding a volunteer orientation at 12:30 p.m. Nov. 7 and 9:30 a.m. Tuesday.
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Volunteers serve in a variety of roles, including writing notes of encouragement, cutting fabric, monogrammong and/or sewing totes, distributing totes and brochures, organizing collection drives, assisting with clerical duties, praying for the women Lydia serves and helping with fundraising.
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Tuesday's Music Live will present pianist Thomas Pandolfi at noon Tuesday at St. Paul's Church on Riverwalk.
A $10 catered lunch will follow the concert. Reservations are required. The concert is free.
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Goodwill is looking for a T-shirt design that encompasses the history of dragon boat racing and Goodwill's Dragon Boat Festival, an annual celebration of Asian culture in the Augusta area.
The T-shirts will be worn by more than 150 volunteers and staff members during the festival on May 3.
Design submissions will be accepted through March 30. The winner will receive an award, a T-shirt with the winning design and recognition at the festival.
For more information, visit www.goodboats.org or email Natalie Davis at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Jingle Bell Walk
When Help Can't Wait, a nonprofit that supports area nursing homes, will hold its inaugural Jingle Bell Walk on Dec. 14 beginning at the Ninth Street entrance to Riverwalk.
Registration will be held from noon to 1 p.m. the day of the walk, which will circle Riverwalk three times.
Entry fees are $20 for pre-registered walkers (includes T-shirt) and $25 on the day of the event.
For more information, visit (706) 855-0715.
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Bobby Jones Ford Lincoln is participating in Lincoln's Driven to Give fundraiser Dec. 15.
For every person who test drives an eligible Lincoln at Augusta the dealership between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. that day, Lincoln will donate $20 to The Hale Foundation, which helps men with addictions.
For more information, call (706) 738-8000.
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The Augusta Mini Theatre, Inc., will raffle a pair of tickets to the Washington Redskins vs. Atlanta Falcons game at the Georgia Dome on Dec. 15.
Tickets are $5 each. The drawing will be held at 5 p.m. Dec. 9 at the Augusta Mini Theatre, 2548 Deans Bridge Road.
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Captain Commando by Benzi
Version: 1.4 | Updated: 05/08/98 | Search Guide | Bookmark Guide
Date: Fri, 8 May 1998 16:45:39 +0800
Marvel vs. Capcom: Captain Commando FAQ ver 1.4
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| Copyright 1998. All rights reserved. Distribution of |
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I. Updates - tells the latest updates on this FAQ
II. Introduction - my talking (actually typing) part
III. Who is Capt. Commando?? - some facts on Captain Commando
IV. Basic Controls - the notation guide (usually used on combos)
V. Moves - what else?
a. Normal Moves - the "jab to roundhouse" buttons described
b. Special Moves - and again, what else??
c. Supers - Super Moves!!
VI. Combos - list of Captain's combos (with explanations)
VII. Versus - strategy on how to defeat all characters
VIII. Strategy - how to use him effectively
XI. Tricks - tricks on the game itself
X. Other Stuff - misc. stuff
XI. Credits - for the people and everything who helped me
finish this FAQ
I. --==< Updates >==--
Ver 1.4 (05/08/98) - fixed the tricks section.
Ver 1.3 (05/06/98) - finished the whole FAQ
Ver 1.2 (05/05/98) - drew an ACII art and placed it here. Also updated the
"Contents" Section and some other stuff.
Ver 1.00 (05/04/98) - typed some of Capt. Commando's Moves and some
II. --==< Introduction: >==--
Hello again guys! Did you already download my new Wolvie FAQ?? How about my
updated Combo FAQ?? Oh well, I was deciding last Sunday on whom to make a FAQ
on (Captain Commando, Spidey, Strider). I saw some Strider FAQs already and
for Spidey too. But I didn't see any Capt. Commando FAQ (yet). So here I am,
typing...and trying to put all my witty strategy and knowledge for Captain
Commando (hurray!). One of my first characters to use in the game (the other's
Wolvie) and I finished it immediately!! He's quite hard to learn but you'll
get in to it. This FAQ is designed for beginners, intermediate players and
everyone, so read on!! Sorry for the ASCII art for making it so big...it may
not fit on your screen, ok? And again, I made this FAQ on MS-EDITOR and it's
very best seen in it. Okay guys, let's get it on and get crazy!!
III. "What is / Who is Captain Commando??"
All I know about "Captain Commando" that it is a game for Nintendo
that can have two players and play the game (who's "Super Joe"??). Captain
Commando doesn't talk much, he fights. He fights other planets (to conquer
the universe??). He beats up any maniac that would attempt to take over the
world. His current mission is to defeat Onslaught through the help of his
buddies. He has three friends: a Ninja (Sho the ninja), a baby that is on a
robot (Hoover), and a killer (Jennety) with knives.
IV. --==< Basic Controls >==--
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b = hold back d = hold down (not dash) u = hold up
t = hold toward c = while crouching j = while jumping
+ = add \/ = you've landed -> = chain
d. = while dashing
otg = on the ground (?) { } = do it quickly /\ = super-jump
s.j. = while super- (tap fast but d.c./d.s. = dash then
jumping not necesarrily quickly crouch/dash
needed for while standing
the combo)
QCF = Quarter Circle Forward
QCB = Quarter Circle Backward
DP = Dragon Punch
V. --==< Moves >==--
A. =-=[ Normal Moves: ]=-= (some normal moves are from the left position)
1. Standing Jab and Crouching Jab
-> When standing, He jabs with his right hand. Easily linked with a s. short
or an another jab again. You could also link the s. jab with a s. strong ->
s. fierce -> Captain Corrdor for an easy combo. When crouching, he sticks out
his right hand/jabs with his right hand. Both has short range
2. Standing Short and Crouching Short
-> When standing, he kicks with his right foot horizontally. Usually done
after a succesful s. jab. Can be linked with a s. roundhouse (air launcher) ->
Captian Corridor. Same move when crouching except he's down crouching. Both
has Medium range (i think).
3. Standing Strong
-> He punches downwards with his left hand. Usually linked after a s. jab or
a s. short. Link with a s. fierce -> Captain Corridor for a cheap combo. This
move has short range.
4. Standing Forward
-> He turns around and kicks with his left foot. This move is not usually
used in the game. Medium range.
5. Standing Fierce
-> Sort of like, he turns to the side and punches the enemy with his right
hand, slightly on fire. Great when linked with a Captain Corridor (which I
usually do). Medium range.
6. Standing Roundhouse
-> He jumps a little and swings his right foot up to the air which launches
the enemy and can be linked with an air combo. You must be very, very near
your enemy when doing this move. Can be linked with the Captain Sowrd. Very
short range.
7. Crouching Strong
-> He punches with his left hand up to the air and lifts the enemy up which
can lead to an air combo. This is his "other" launcher (the other one is the
s. roundhouse). Short range.
8. Crouching Forward
-> Kicks with his left foot. Can be linked with his c. fierce -> Captain Fire.
This move has short - medium range.
9. Crouching Fierce
-> Sort of Wolverine's c. fierce (except he doesn't move forward when doing
the move and doesn't have claws). He makes an outward slash with both hands
to his sides and there's this electric surge going through his hands. Can be
linked with different moves like the Captain Fire, Captain Storm, and the
Commando Strike. Medium range.
10. Crouching Roundhouse
-> He turns around, sweeping his opponent. Be careful of rollers when doing
this move. Can be linked with a Captain Corridor. Medium range.
11. Air Jab
-> The usual start in an air combo after launching the opponent. Same with
the s. jab (except on air), punches with the right hand. Can be linked with
a j. short -> j. strong -> j. forward -> air combo finisher. Short range.
12. Air Short
-> Kicks with his right foot. Can be linked with an j. strong -> j. forward
and any air combo finisher. Move has short range.
12. Air Strong
-> Punches with his other hand (opposite of hand used in the jab button).
Can be linked with a j. forward -> air combo finisher. Short range.
11. Air Forward
-> Kicks with the other foot (opposite of the foot used in the short button).
Can be linked with an air combo finisher. Move has short range.
12. Air Fierce
-> He punches in the air with a surge of electricity in his hands. A usual
end in an air combo. Good range.
13. Air Roundhouse
-> He extends/kicks with his left foot. Can be an air combo finisher.
Good range.
B. =-=[ Special Moves] =-=
1. Captain Fire (QCF + any punch)
-> Captain Commando fires a burst of flame somewhere in his arm. Comes very
fast and goes all the way the screen. Can be done in air or on the ground.
Same range when different punch used but the damage done and the delay
afterwards is determined by the button used. It is usually done to end an air
combo. A very good keep away move but be careful of jumping opponents and
rollers!! Can be an air combo finisher.
2. Captain Corridor (QCB + any punch)
-> Captain Commando hits/pounds the ground which brings a sort of blue energy
that goes up to the top of the screen. A great anti-air attack move. Just do
the move against jumping opponents and wham!! He's in the other side of the
screen!! Also great for dashing characters. But be careful when he blocked
your move because you're open for any attack. Try to set it up after a sweep
(c. roundhouse). Only done on the ground. It's also a Variable Counter Move.
3. Captain Kick (QCB + any kick)
-> He quickly flies to his opponent across the screen kicking several times
with his feet on fire. The kick button wil determine the height of the attack
(a roundhouse may go above a tall character). This move may leave Captain
Commando open for an attack. It is a good surprise attack, counter move and
an anti-air attack. Can be done only on the ground
4. Commando Strike (QCF + any kick)
-> Captain Commando slightly pasues, makes a signal for his teammate (not his
other partner) to help him out. The kick button determines on who will attack.
If the:
short kick - is used, Sho the Ninja, falls forward to the ground striking at
anything in his path with his sword. can be chained into a ground combo and
if you're nasty, you could use this for dashinng opponents. This is the most
effective Commando Strike but the damage is poor.
forward kick - is used, Jennety, the Mumie like zombie, flies above him from
Captain Commando's behind (not his butt) to the other side with knives spinning
like a helicopter and returns again. He should be used mostly as an anti-air
attack move cause he'll be too high to hit someone on the ground. Probably the
most useless Commando Strike.
roundhouse kick - is used, Cap calls Hoover, the baby in a robot, to come
down and fire a slow missile at his opponent (not recommended...use the
Captain Fire). If hit, does insane damage. If the opponent dodged the move
and jumped towards you, try setting up a counter attack.
Be careful when Captain Commando makes a signal, you can be open for an attack
(again). Only done on ground.
C. =-=[ Supers ]=-=
1. Captain Sword (QCF + 2 punches)
-> Captain Commando calls his teammates to help him fire a big beam of energy
at his opponent. Starts off pointing at the top, sweeping the beam downward.
Use it against flying/jumping opponents above you. A very great anti-air move!
Great after a s. roundhouse!! Only done on ground. This is his Team Super.
2. Captain Storm (QCF + 2 kicks)
-> A very great move (but hard to connect)!! Captain Commando rushes toward
his opponent and does a small uppercut. When connected, his opponent flies
into the air and he and his teammates will each have a time to hit/smack
him/her. Then when they're done, the opponent comes down falling, Captain
Commando hits him/her with a Captain Corridor! After the move, his 3 teammates
appear behind the Captain Commando after he made the Captain Corridor while
the opponent flys again and falls to the ground. The uppercut can hit enemies
above you. Also, he ducks on fireballs when the move is done so it's great
for some fireball happy guys!! But don't do this move on characters who block
a lot, it has a very slow recovery time. Can otg after the move when near.
Comboable after a c. fierce. Only done on ground.
VI. --==< Combos >==--
1. s. jab -> s. short -> c. forward -> c. roundhouse -> Captain Corridor
**note: a very easy combo. just dash in first for better accuracy. be careful,
he might roll.
2. j. fierce -> \/ -> c. jab -> c. forward -> c. fierce ->
(jab ) Commando Strike/Captain Fire
**note: another easy combo, do I need to explain??
3. c. short -> c. forward -> c. fierce -> Captain Storm
**note: sometimes hard to connect...just do it quickly aftr his c. fierce.
4. s. jab -> s. short -> s. roundhouse -> /\ -> s.j. jab -> s.j. short
-> s.j. strong -> s.j. forward -> s.j. fierce, s.j. roundhouse or
Captain Fire
**note: you can substitute c. strong for the launcher. but if you want to use
his roundhouse, dash in first because it has a very short range.
5. j. short -> j. fierce -> \/ -> d.s. jab -> s. short -> s. roundhouse ->
Captain Sword -> c. short (otg) -> s. roundhouse -> s.j. jab -> s.j. short ->
s.j. strong -> s.j. forward -> s.j. fierce, s.j. roundhouse or Captain Fire
**note: well, you must be in the corner to do this move. after you've landed,
try to dash in or skip the d.s jab -> s. short or substitue the roundhouse
with a c. strong. I've done this move many times so it's not that hard.
7. s. jab -> s. short -> s. strong -> c. fierce -> Captain Fire
**note: it's like #2
8. s. jab -> s. short -> s. strong -> c. forward -> s. fierce ->
Commando Strike
**note: a very popular ground combo. you could use any of the kick buttons
for the Commando Strike.
9. d.s. short -> s. roundhouse -> Captain Sword
**note: hehehe, I always do this move. skip the short kick if you want to.
After Capt. Commando launches the opponent, do the Captain Sword which
starts from pointing up, where the opponent is.
10. d.c. jab -> c. forward -> c. fierce -> Captain Fire, Captain Corridor or
Captain Storm
**note: this is one of those easy combos. be careful of rollers.
11. d.s. jab -> s. jab -> c. short -> s. roundhouse -> Captain Corridor
**note: I think he can't roll on this one...
12. d.c. jab -> c. short -> c. forward -> c. fierce -> (short) Commando Strike
**note: use the short kick for the Commando Strike.
16. d.c. short -> c. forward -> c. fierce -> Captain Storm -> c. short (otg)
-> s. roundhouse -> Captain Sword
**note: a very complicated move. you need 2 super meters. you must be near
after the Captain Storm for the c. short (otg) to hit.
for more combos, go to Migs' page (address down there)
VII. =-=[ Versus ]=-=
VS. Ryu
Ryu mode: Again, he'll rain you with fireballs. Just keep on avoiding them or
do the Captain Storm on fireball happy guys. If he misses a Dragon Punch, try
setting up a Super (Captain Sword), or a combo.
Ken mode: Same as in Ryu mode, use the missed Dragon Punches to your
advantage. If he does the Super Hurricane Kick, just do a super...
Evil Ryu: his defense is crap so charge him with ground combos. Be careful
when he launches you...he can still use his super.
VS. Captain Commando
Never, ever jump on this guy...he may use his Captain Corridor or even his
Captain Sword. Do some fancy ground combos on this guy. Don't try to be launched
with this one because he can connect it with a Captain Sword (you can also do
that too). Fool him with your dash then counter. Use Juggernaut for this one.
VS. Hulk
Use the Captain Corridor/Captain Fire/Caaptain Sword on his jumps and attacks
at you but be careful, he may block the move, dash in and attack. Wait for him
to do a move, block it and do a super. Be very patient. Use a big helper to
trash this guy.
VS. Chun Li
Time your Captain Storm against missed moves such as the Kikosho super. She
has a deadly new super that can be comboable in an air combo so don't be
launched by her. Use the Captain Corridor when she dashes.
VS. Gambit
This guy is so cheap that he always sweeps you and does a Super or his Cajun
Staff or launches you and makes a Royal Flush. Be very defensive on this guy.
If he missed an air attack or he is making his "bounce off the wall" move,
aim it with a Captain Sword/Captain Corridor or wait for him to land and do
the Captain Storm or a combo.
VS. Megaman
Be careful of his fireballs because he can rain you with them with only a
press of a button (how cheap) and his Supers too. His c. roundhouse can
be linked with the Tornado Hold so play defensively (crouching). Have
a big helper!!
VS. War Machine
get away from this guy because he always grabs you and throws you to the
corner. Don't be launched or jump at him because he has a Deadly anti-air
Super. Beware of his Beam Attacks. Just wait until he screws something and
then attack.
VS. Strider
Don't be too near with this guy...he has a deadly ground combo so always play
defensive. Have a Big Helper for this one. Just always get ahead of him with
ground combos. Be aware of his Ourobos and always shield (crouching except
when he jumps).
VS. Spiderman
Just ground combo him and do a Super. Be careful though, he throws you to
the side sometimes. Just wait for him to attack with his Super, block it and
then attack with your super (e.g. after he makes a Maximum Spider, wait for
him to land and attack with a Captain Storm).
VS Zangief
Always do the Captain Corridor when he jumps. Get away from him and avoid his
grabs and his deadly super. Don't do too much ground combos. When he is in the
Evil mode, attack him with the Captain Sword! Also rely on your big helpers.
Pick strong partners who has a front projectile super.
VS. Jin
Like the Hulk, he will nail up to the corner...just wait for his slide then
Super him. Don't go above this guy because he has a deadly super which can
take almost half of your life. Attack with big helpers.
VS. Wolverine
He will always attack with a ground combo so just block it. When he makes a
Drill Claw, then attack. Start off a ground combo with a Big helper and when
hit, make a Captain Storm.
VS. Morrigan
Don't use the Captain Storm at her. Be careful of her sweeps and air combos.
Don't be launched with her because she has a deadly super (again).
Vs. Venom
He's like Sabretooth. Be aware of his combos because it can take up serious
damage. Always attack with an air combo. He has a deadly fierce punch that
almost covers half of the screen.
VS. Roll
Roll is a very weak character so don't be afraid of her!! Some of your
combos don't work with her so just do whatever you want. But don't be over
courageous though, I've seen Roll players who can kick butt. Rely on your
ground combos.
VS. Orange Hulk
He's more easier than the original Hulk. But use the same technique with
Hulk with this guy.
VS. Lilith
Same on Morrigan. She is more easier (I think) than Morrigan. Make way for
ground combos.
VS. Gold War Machine
Be careful with this guy because he's like Evil Zangief. Attack with the
Captain Sword and some of your big helpers!
VS. Red Venom
His fast and very powerful. Be careful with this guy. Always get ahead of him
with combos and be aggressive when playing against him. Don't worry, he takes
so much damage.
Vs. Onslaught
First Form - I think this is this is the cheapest strategy on defeating
Onslaught. Wait till he attacks then counter with a s. fierce -> Captain
Fire or Captain Collider (be careful when doing this move, leaves you open
for an attack). It does massive damage!! Just repeat the whole process and
you should have full power for the second form. You could also do combos like
c. jab -> c. fierce (don't use a c. strong, you'll get hit for sure). Get a
big helper like the Sentinel or Colossus. Don't waste supers and use it
against his second form. And remember to block!!
Second Form - Always block his attacks!! Always use the Captain Collider
because it's a better choice than the Captain Sword (Collider's stronger) it
doesn't take a super meter, a vertical range and good damage. A j. fierce is
effective and could take him out quickly.
VIII. --==< Strategy >==--
- Captain Commando is simply one fo the best in the game. He lacks range in
some of his normal moves, still he has power, speed and massive supers.
Pratice your ground combos so you could be unstoppable.
- His Captain Fire and Captain Corridor are the best keep away move of this
game. Dumb opponents will almost never get an attack. Beware of smart
opponents though (me??).
- Use the Commando Strike for defense. use the ninja for dashing, the mummie
for air attacks and the baby for...for...well, dumb opponents?? hehehe.
- Be careful when performing some of Captain Commando's moves which leave you
open for an attack. When fighting against a skilled player, don't rely on this
moves like the Captain Corridor except when you need it badly (like he jumps
at you). Just set it up perfectly.
- Use both Captain Fire and Collider for dashing opponents. The Collider again
for jumping characters. Time your moves.
- Captain Commando's supers are great for countering against missed attacks
and supers. Use the Captain Storm because it's faster and stronger (e.g.
Spiderman's Maximum Spider...after he lands, Captain Storm!!). But if you
think they could block the attack, use the Captain Sword instead.
- Practice how to otg (it's easy!) after a Captain Storm. Look in the combos
section for some OTGs leading to an another super. It will do massive damage!
- Don't trade hits with an opponent. Captain Commando takes more damage than
average. Just block and be careful.
- Rely on your ground combos. It's best to set up a ground combo by jumping
first and then attacking in the air (j. fierce is good...hard to counter).
His air combos are also good but the ground does more damage. If you hit them
with a launcher, follow it up with a Captain Sword instead of an air combo
because it does more damage (isn't it obvious?).
- When playing, don't get predictable. Don't let the enemy learn you pattern
of fighting, you'll be in trouble. Let the enemy guess and guess...
- His supers do serious damage. The best thing about it is easy to combo and
set up (sort of). He can defat an enemy with 2 supers (the OTGs in the combo
- Use a big helper!! Look for the best helpers in the "Best Helpers Section".
- Combo is the key!!
=-=[ Choosing your Helper:]=-=
-> after selecting 2 of your characters, quickly press the desired buttons
of your favorite helper with the Start button
| Unknown Soldier Jab | Devilot Strong+Fierce |
| Jubilee Short+Strong+Fierce | Storm Jab+Short+Fierce |
| Saki Fierce | Juggernaut Jab+Forward |
| Psylocke Forward | Pure and Fur Short |
| Magneto Short+Fierce | Michelle Heart Jab+Short |
| Thor Short+Strong | Iceman Strong+Forward |
| Cyclops Jab+Short+Strong | Lou Strong |
| U.S. Agent Strong+Fierce | King Arthur Jab+Strong |
| Anita Jab+Strong+Fierce | Rogue Jab+Strong+Fierce+Short |
| Ton-Pooh Jab+Fierce | Colossus Jab+Strong+Forward |
| Sentinel Strong+Forward+Fierce | Shadow Jab+Forward+Fierce |
=-=[ Change character Line-up: ]=-=
-> hold 3 punch buttons until the round starts
=-=[ Secret Matches ]=-=
1. Orange Hulk/Wolverine
-> at least 5 team supers before reaching Onslaught
2. Gold War Machine/Captain America
-> finish opponent by switching (fierce and r.house) 2 times without
losing a character before round 6
3. Red Venom/?
-> change leader at beginning of each stage, get first Attack on all
stages, win with a switch on round 6.
4. Lilith/Chun-Li
-> use helper once in each stage, 2 team supers and one helper finish
5. Roll/MegaMan
-> use helper once in each stage, 2 with finishes and one helper finish
6. Shadow Chun-Li/?
-> use helper in every stage, get a switch finish, helper finish
without losing a character
=-= Change Colour =-=
-> change Capt. Commando's color by pressing punch (blue and white) or kick
(pink and white)
X. --=< Other Stuff >==--
These are only my favorites...but it's best when you team Wolvie with
them (hehehehe)
=-=[ Best Partners ]=-=
1. Woverine
-> the orginal ultimate combo machine!
2. Strider
-> the "other" ultimate combo machine.
but they take up more damage than average
4. SpiderMan
-> Captain Commando on the ground, Spidey in the air!!
=-=[ Best Helper ]=-=
1. Juggernaut
-> he's big and strong...covers almost the entire screen.
2. Sentinel
-> like Juggernaut, he covers the entire screen and much taller.
3. Colossus
-> comes from the middle...get ready to dash!!
4. Psylocke
-> same here.
XI. --==< Credits >==--
WHAT?@#$%&!! Another finished FAQ??!! Yep, here are the people I wanna thank:
1. Migs Rustia (firstname.lastname@example.com)
-> for the informative page and some strategy
his Marvelous and outstanding page (MVC: the site) :
2. Edward T. Ma (email@example.com)
-> his marvelous FAQ.
Again, I wanna thank Eduardo Perez for teaching me how to do my very first
combo (man, where are you??)...Shirley (finally found you again), to Capcom
(nice job) for making such a great character, to Marvel for the best comic
characters I ever saw in my life, to God up there, to Greenhills Virra Mall
and to Carnival, Video Wread for their arcade units, to all other FAQs out
there and to you!! Thank you for reading my FAQ!! Just write for any
comments, questions or something wrong about this FAQ, k?? And I need some
history for Captain Commando!! Thank you for reading, bye guys!!
---===< by benzi (email@example.com) _>===---
---===< Remember: "Combo is the key" >===---
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OverviewThe Dana Couloir, given it's moderate angle, straight / wide shape, and close vincinity to Tioga Road is one of the most popular moderate snow / ice climbs and spring ski / snowboard descents in the Sierra. It remains popular from when Tioga Road opens in the spring through the autumn when it becomes more serious ice undertaking. Here are some photos showing the couloir's various conditions in 2002:
ApproachThe easiest way to approach Dana Couloir is via Glacier Canyon Trail. Follow the Glacier Canyon Route to "upper Dana Meadows" and then continue southeast up the valley to Dana Lake from where you will be able to see the couloir. Cross and head up the Dana Glacier to enter the Couloir proper.
An alternate route, if you just want to ski down, is to hike up the West Slope from the YNP Tioga Pass Entrance Station and enter the couloir from the southeast ridge. However, it is advisable to climb the couloir so you can check the snow conditions.
Route DescriptionThe 1,200 foot Dana Couloir is a straight-forward snow / ice climb that approaches 40 degrees and tops out at 12,400 feet. To reach the summit make a short hike (no trail) once you attain the southeast ridge. Late in the season, the bergscrund forms at the lower end of the couloir between the two rock formations making the ascent more difficult (this was manageable w/o pro on June 24, 2001). When conditions warrant protection, this route can be done in "four pitches from the bergschrund to the notch" (Ref: forjan).
It is also possible to do a rock scramble (class 3) to the north of the couloir, however, the rock here is extremely loose.