text:
Back | 1 2 3 | Next |
"Surely not, if it is your honour's pleasure that they suld gang hame; although," added Caleb, "it wadna do them a grain's damage: they wad screigh less the next day, and sleep the sounder at e'en. But just as your honour likes." Stepping accordingly towards the urchins who manned the knolls near which they stood, Caleb informed them, in an authoritative tone, that their honours Lord Ravenswood and the Marquis of A---- had given orders that the tower was not to be blow up till next day at noon. The boys dispersed upon this comfortable assurance. One or two, however, followed Caleb for more information, particularly the urchin whom he had cheated while officiating as turnspit, who screamed, "Mr. Balderstone!-- Mr. Balderstone! then the castle's gane out like an auld wife's spunk?" "To be sure it is, callant," said the butler; "do ye think the castle of as great a lord as Lord Ravenswood wad continue in a bleeze, and him standing looking on wi' his ain very een? It's aye right," continued Caleb, shaking off his ragged page, and closing in to his Master, "to train up weans, as the wise man says, in the way they should go, and, aboon a', to teach them respect to their superiors." "But all this while, Caleb, you have never told me what became of the arms and powder," said Ravenswood. "Why, as for the arms," said Caleb, "it was just like the bairn's rhyme-- Some gaed east and some gaed west, And some gaed to the craw's nest. And for the pouther, I e'en changed it, as occasion served, with the skippers o' Dutch luggers and French vessels, for gin and brandy, and is served the house mony a year--a gude swap too, between what cheereth the soul of man and that which hingeth it clean out of his body; forbye, I keepit a wheen pounds of it for yoursell when ye wanted to take the pleasure o' shooting: whiles, in these latter days, I wad hardly hae kenn'd else whar to get pouther for your pleasure. And now that your anger is ower, sir, wasna that weel managed o' me, and arena ye far better sorted doun yonder than ye could hae been in your ain auld ruins up-bye yonder, as the case stands wi' us now? the mair's the pity!" "I believe you may be right, Caleb; but, before burning down my castle, either in jest or in earnest," said Ravenswood, "I think I had a right to be in the secret." "Fie for shame, your honour!" replied Caleb; "it fits an auld carle like me weel eneugh to tell lees for the credit of the family, but it wadna beseem the like o' your honour's sell; besides, young folk are no judicious: they cannot make the maist of a bit figment. Now this fire--for a fire it sall be, if I suld burn the auld stable to make it mair feasible--this fire, besides that it will be an excuse for asking ony thing we want through the country, or doun at the haven--this fire will settle mony things on an honourable footing for the family's credit, that cost me telling twenty daily lees to a wheen idle chaps and queans, and, what's waur, without gaining credence." "That was hard indeed, Caleb; but I do not see how this fire should help your veracity or your credit." "There it is now?" said Caleb; "wasna I saying that young folk had a green judgment? How suld it help me, quotha? It will be a creditable apology for the honour of the family for this score of years to come, if it is weel guided. 'Where's the family pictures?' says ae meddling body. 'The great fire at Wolf's Crag,' answers I. 'Where's the family plate?' says another. 'The great fire,' says I; 'wha was to think of plate, when life and limb were in danger?' 'Where's the wardrobe and the linens?- -where's the tapestries and the decorements?--beds of state, twilts, pands and testors, napery and broidered wark?' 'The fire--the fire--the fire.' Guide the fire weel, and it will serve ye for a' that ye suld have and have not; and, in some sort, a gude excuse is better than the things themselves; for they maun crack and wear out, and be consumed by time, whereas a gude offcome, prudently and creditably handled, may serve a nobleman and his family, Lord kens how lang!" Ravenswood was too well acquainted with his butler's pertinacity and self-opinion to dispute the point with him any farther. Leaving Caleb, therefore, to the enjoyment of his own successful ingenuity, he returned to the hamlet, where he found the Marquis and the good women of the mansion under some anxiety- -the former on account of his absence, the others for the discredit their cookery might sustain by the delay of the supper. All were now at ease, and heard with pleasure that the fire at the castle had burned out of itself without reaching the vaults, which was the only information that Ravenswood thought it proper to give in public concerning the event of his butler's strategem. They sat down to an excellent supper. No invitation could prevail on Mr. and Mrs. Girder, even in their own house, to sit down at table with guests of such high quality. They remained standing in the apartment, and acted the part of respectful and careful attendants on the company. Such were the manners of the time. The elder dame, confident through her age and connexion with the Ravenswood family, was less scrupulously ceremonious. She played a mixed part betwixt that of the hostess of an inn and the mistress of a private house, who receives guests above her own degree. She recommended, and even pressed, what she thought best, and was herself easily entreated to take a moderate share of the good cheer, in order to encourage her guests by her own example. Often she interrupted herself, to express her regret that "my lord did not eat; that the Master was pyking a bare bane; that, to be sure, there was naething there fit to set before their honours; that Lord Allan, rest his saul, used to like a pouthered guse, and said it was Latin for a tass o' brandy; that the brandy came frae France direct; for, for a' the English laws and gaugers, the Wolf's Hope brigs hadna forgotten the gate to Dunkirk." Here the cooper admonished his mother-in-law with his elbow, which procured him the following special notice in the progress of her speech: "Ye needna be dunshin that gate, John [Gibbie]," continued the old lady; "naebody says that YE ken whar the brandy comes frae; and it wadna be fitting ye should, and you the Queen's cooper; and what signifies't," continued she, addressing Lord Ravenswood, "to king, queen, or kaiser whar an auld wife like me buys her pickle sneeshin, or her drap brandy-wine, to haud her heart up?" Having thus extricated herself from her supposed false step, Dame Loup-the-Dyke proceeded, during the rest of the evening, to supply, with great animation, and very little assistance from her guests, the funds necessary for the support of the conversation, until, declining any further circulation of their glass, her guests requested her permission to retire to their apartments. |
Back | 1 2 3 | Next |
The Bride of Lammermoor -by- Walter Scott
Bottom Content goes here. Wikipedia content requires these links..... Wikipedia content is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License.


text:
Please read Julie's blog below and follow this link to see a full description of the tour.
Crazy and Crooked: Guest Blog About Upcoming Our Trip To Ireland
Join Maine Bikram Yoga on a trip to Ireland!
Have you been dreaming about visiting Ireland? Well, I'm writing to share info about a spectacular adventure coming up this spring with Maine Bikram Yoga. You can check out the full and fantastic itinerary here: http://longervacations.com/maine-bikram-tour-ireland-2014/ . This blog is designed to address questions you might have, ease some of your fears and have you updating your passport, packing your bags and booking your spot to travel with us.
Read More here!
The Creative Breath
As students of an asana yoga practice, we work to improve our understanding of ourselves by experiencing ourselves within each moment. This is achieved by exposing ourselves to certain variations of form or expression, aka asana, and then observing the reactions, sensations, and fluctuations that occur within ourselves. To remain observant is difficult, to say the least. We can facilitate this process with the creative breath. In most circumstances, throughout most of our lives, breathing is an automatic (autonomic) and reactionary process. For example, when we encounter some strenuous or stressful circumstance our breathing pattern reacts to this and adjusts rate and depth without any conscious act. We take this for granted. In fact, we rely on the inevitability of the reaction to carry us through the experience. In an effort to remain observant of ourselves within each moment, it is helpful to alter the relationship we have with our breathing. Instead of allowing breath to remain automatic and reactionary, bring the movement of breath to the forefront of imagination and cerebral activity. Breathe as a conscious and creative act. The asana and the experience of the asana within the moment then is a result of the breath. The breath is the creative source of the experience. This is a fundamental shift in perception that while subtle, profoundly transforms a practice and our experience of ourselves.
read more

subset: commoncrawl


text:
+California Bay-Delta Program, Levee System Integrity Program
Disasters & the Law
UC Berkeley School of Law
Home>tag: The Environment & Climate Change>year not given>tag: Prevention & Mitigation
15 entriesexpand all
+Climate and Disaster Governance, Climate and Disaster Governance
"CDG is a new initiative launched by the Institute of Development Studies and Christian Aid investigating climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction governance at a national and sub-national level.
"CDG is currently focusing on four research themes. Each theme is a potential governance arena for linking climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction policy processes, institutional development, finance flows and policy implementation: (1) Citizen engagement and accountability in policy processes; (2) The role of established social protection policy instruments applied to differentiated vulnerability analysis; (3) Opportunities for building institutions for CCA, DRR and humanitarian assistance in fragile states; (4) Implications of international policy frameworks on national and sub-national responses to climate change and disasters.
"CDG will contribute to a better understanding of the extent to which international policies inhibit or support national and sub-national responses to climate change's research agenda by addressing critical gaps.
"In particular, CDG is examining the implications of international agreements reached under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in the current and upcoming development phase of a post-Kyoto agreement." —About CDG.
+Environmental Law Institute, Recovering from Katrina and Rita: Environmental Governance Lessons Learned and Applied (October 17, 2005)
+Miller, Jeffrey G., Remedying Our Fragmented Governmental Structures to Deal With Our Nation-on-Edge Problems (Environmental Law Reporter, Volume 38, Issue 3, Page 10187) (March 2008) (PDF — 316K)
+Mittal, Anu K., U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Procurement of Pumping Systems for the New Orleans Drainage Canals (Letter to the Honorable Mary L. Landrieu, Chairman, Ad Hoc Subcommittee on Disaster Recovery, Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, United States Senate) (May 23, 2007) (PDF — 1.85M)
+Nolon, John, Losing Ground: A Nation on Edge (Island Press) (2007)
"America builds on the edge of disaster prone areas: on moveable barrier islands, fragile coastal ecosystems, shorelines subject to inundation, and next to flammable forests. Ferocious storm events focus local and national attention in the tragic moment and during short-term recovery efforts; then, too often, we return to business as usual, continuing to build and rebuild on the edge. 'Losing Ground' provides effective perspectives and prescriptions for longer-term disaster mitigation planning and action. Authors from a variety of disciplines (including law, history, geography, environmental science, and urban planning) review past policies and practices, the lessons learned from previous disasters, current approaches to disaster planning and recovery, an assessment of the proper roles and responsibilities of various levels of government in the federal system, new legal and technological tools, and a review of innovations in disaster mitigation.
"Oliver A. Houck, a renowned professor of law from Tulane University, provides a preface from the perspective of a post-Katrina New Orleans: 'Perhaps, the most striking aspect of the post-Katrina Gulf Coast, from Alabama to Texas, is the rush to rebuild in exactly the same places, a few feet back, a few feet higher, more high priced investment than ever before. Two lane bridges are replaced by six lane bridges. Modest beach homes are replaced by condominiums. The hurricane has led to a construction boom. As the Gross National Product measures these things, the hurricanes were a huge success. What is wrong with this picture?.' "—Publisher's Description.
+Platt, Rutherford H., Learning From Disasters: The Synergy of Law and Geography (Environmental Law Reporter, Volume 38, Issue 3, Page 10150) (March 2008) (PDF — 403K)
+Salkin, Patricia E., Sustainability at the Edge: The Opportunity and Responsibility of Local Governments to Most Effectively Plan for Natural Disaster Mitigation (Environmental Law Reporter, Volume 38, Issue 3, Page 10158) (March 2008) (PDF — 429K)
+Savonis, Michael J., Virginia R. Burkett and Joanne R. Potter (Lead Authors), United States Department of Transportation and the United States Climate Change Science Program, Impacts of Climate Change and Variabilityon Transportation Systems andInfrastructure: Gulf Coast Study, Phase I, Report by U.S. Climate Change Science Program And the Subcommittee on Global Change Research (March 2008) (PDF — 10.1M)
+Schwab, Anna K. & David J. Brower, Increasing Resilience to Natural Hazards: Obstacles and Opportunities for Local Governments Under the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (Environmental Law Reporter, Volume 38, Issue 3, Page 10171) (March 2008) (PDF — 463K)
+Stolton, Sue, Nigel Dudley & Jonathan Randall (World Wildlife Federation (WWF) & Equilibrium), National Security: Protected Areas & Hazards Mitigation World Wildlife Federation Arguments for Protection Series (2008) (PDF — 5.28M)
"The International Strategy for Disaster Reduction (ISDR) welcomes this report as a concrete response to its call for work to promote understanding that: protection of vital ecosystem services is fundamental to reducing vulnerability to disasters and strengthening community resilience.
"Although there is a growing recognition that natural habitats can help to mitigate disasters caused by vulnerability to hazards, we still have a great deal to learn about how to maximise the potential benefits and about what this means in terms of landscape-scale management approaches. Clear evidence linking habitat degradation to a series of so-called 'natural' disasters have added urgency to the need for further research and monitoring efforts. These problems are likely to increase as a result of the disturbance caused by climate change. Research shows that the poorest members of society consistently fare worst when disaster strikes.
"At the same time, natural ecosystems continue to be degraded at an alarming rate, so that in many countries we can no longer assume they exist in good enough condition to provide the environmental services upon which many people depend. In response, governments and local communities are setting aside and where necessary restoring natural habitats deliberately for their protective role. Although protected areas such as national parks and nature reserves are primarily designed to conserve biodiversity, most also supply important environmental services, including disaster mitigation. Whilst this is understood and acted upon by many protected area managers, it has never been systematically assessed and the current report makes a first attempt to provide a global overview.
"By focusing the case studies on major disasters in the new millennium, the authors have deliberately chosen a fairly narrow data set rather than choosing 'best case' examples. They have found cases where protected areas clearly play a major role in disaster mitigation and cases where the links are not so clear cut or where changes in management approaches within protected areas are needed. One clear result of this study is a need for specialists in disaster risk reduction, environmental management and protected areas to work together far more closely than they have in the past. There is already much that could be done through better collaboration to increase the role of natural habitats in disaster mitigation and these opportunities will continue to increase as we learn more. We call on both communities to develop talks and to take the necessary steps to ensure that natural safety measures are maintained and enhanced."—Foreword.
+Tibbetts, John, Louisiana's Wetlands: A Lesson in Nature Appreciation Environmental Health Perspectives, v.114, no.1 (January 2006), pp.A40-A43 (Spheres of Influence) (PDF — 2.4M)
+United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS),, The 2nd Annual Department of Homeland Security University Network Summit (March 19-20, 2008)
"The Office of University Programs, Science and Technology Directorate is sponsoring a summit to showcase key research and education priorities of the Department of Homeland Security Centers of Excellence, the Science and Technology Directorate and the Department of Homeland Security at large. The Summit highlights the efforts of the Office of University Programs as it continues to rise to the challenges associated with helping to protect the Nation. Subject matter experts from academia, industry, government and the international community will address the latest homeland security research and education issues in the following areas: Risk and Economic Analysis of Terrorism Events; Security of Agriculture and the Food System; Studies of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism; Preparedness and Catastrophic Event Response; Chemical and Biological Threats and Countermeasures; Emerging Threats; University Programs Homeland Security Education Initiatives; International Homeland Security Research Challenges."—Website.
This website includes pdf files of speakers' presentations and facts sheets produced in conjunction with the conference.
+United States Environmental Protection Agency, Good Neighbor Environmental Board, National Disasters and the Environment Along the U.S. - Mexico Border ( Eleventh Report of the Good Neighbor Environmental Board) (March 2008) (PDF — 5.9M)
+United States Government Accountability Office (GAO), GAO Reports and Testimonies Related to Disaster Preparedness, Response and Reconstruction


text:
A bunch of things were now going into motion:
Selling Out BUBB
The 6-month, 144a lockup is about to expire. The VCs and Mr. Reid are ecstatic. They had planned to sell all along – that is the VC strategy, after all - but this is a delicate discussion. PurpleKey alienated A when they imposed Wu as CEO (A realizes that Wu was a smart choice but is still pissy about how things were handled) and PurpleKey would love to retain a board seat. Being on the board would allow PurpleKey to tap into t...
Looking for more? Why is this annoying box in the way? It's because you haven't paid for the course yet!


text:
The Yonah processor is more exciting, however. As we reported recently, it has already taped out. The Napa platform is expected to be produced at the end of next year, and will be launched in the first quarter of 2006. The Napa chipset, Intel promises, will support a 667MHz front side bus, has better power management, bring DDR-2 67MHz(667Mhz?) memory to the Centrino platform, and incorporate iAMT. Yonah has to be pretty cool, because it's intended for thin and light notebooks, so the power management has got to be pretty good, given that it's a dual core baby. During 2006, Intel is promising that Yonah will also support EM64T, the 64-bit thing. |
The 765 (2.10GHz) 400MHz Dothan with 2MB of cache gets released today. |


text:
Jason Evans
Jason is a recent master's degree recipient in sports management. He's been a huge baseball and sports fan since he was born. Jason is currently a board op at SiriusXM for college and pro football and basketball games.
MLB.com's Alden Gonzalez came out with a piece yesterday about how the Angels focused more on improving their hitting over their starting pitching. The Angels chose to sign Josh Hamilton over Zack…Read More
I'm sure many of you out there (including myself) aren't just getting ready for pitchers and catchers to report in six days, but also getting ready for your fantasy baseball drafts that will…Read More
The big question in the Los Angeles Angels' lineup is who is going to hit two in the order. Who is going to be that bridge between Mike Trout and Albert Pujols. To me the best guy to do it would…Read More
With pitchers and catchers reporting in just eight days, (YES!) I'm going to continue the how the Angels stack up series with a look at the bullpens. Again, I'm using the data per mlbdepthcharts.com…Read More
The Los Angeles Angels are going with the cheap, strength in numbers approach to how they are going fill out their minor league roster. You know what? That's a perfectly fine approach. They added…Read More
The Los Angeles Angels are adding some more depth to their AAA team. This time it is on the hitting side.…Read More
Could the Angels defense up and down the franchise be getting better? Well, if they are paying attention…Read More
The Angels are officially ready for spring training. All of their players are under contract. The last…Read More
The Los Angeles Angels made another depth move for AAA this season. With Jo-Jo Reyes released and off…Read More
As spring training approaches, I'm going to do some divisional power rankings. We are going to…Read More
MLB.com right now is going through their positional rankings of top prospects. Their 2013 Top 100 list…Read More
A little news as we are 18 days til pitchers and catchers report to spring training. News on a very important…Read More
I don't know if you guys read the baseball preview magazines, but I like to. I read them on the…Read More
Yesterday's signing of Delmon Young by the Philadelphia Phillies confirms the one thing we knew…Read More
The Los Angeles Angels are down to one arbitration eligible player. Over the weekend, Jason Vargas signed…Read More
The Los Angeles Angels locked up another one of their arbitration eligible players, avoiding arbitration.…Read More
The Los Angeles Angels again avoided arbitration with another one of their eligible players. The team…Read More
I said last week not to expect many Los Angeles Angels to be on the rosters of countries in the World…Read More
The Los Angeles Angels and Jerome Williams avoided arbitration yesterday by signing the right hander…Read More
Over the weekend, there were reports of the Angels not going after free-agent Kyle Lohse. Lohse's…Read More


text: Definition of Potsdam in English PotsdamPronunciation: /ˈpɒtsdam/ a city in eastern Germany, the capital of Brandenburg, situated just south-west of Berlin on the Havel River; population 148,800 (est. 2006). It is the site of the rococo Sans Souci palace built for Frederick II between 1745 and 1747. Potsdam in other Oxford dictionaries Definition of Potsdam in the US English dictionary


text:
Published on 10 - July - 2012
Wet weather puts dampener on June sales
DIY and gardening missed out on a jump in sales during June thanks to the miserable weather.During the month, retail turnover across the UK was up 3.5% compared with the same period last year, according the British Retail Consortium.
BRC director Stephen Robertson credited the royal celebration for the boost but added: "Sadly, the soggy celebrations over the Jubilee weekend itself, which heralded the start of the wettest June on record, were followed by far weaker business for the rest of the month."
Rain throughout the month dampened DIY and gardening sales, said the BRC, with garden furniture, barbecues and gardening equipment slow and products being discounted.
"Big ticket purchases continued to struggle, as consumer confidence about jobs, the economy and finance restrained spending."
Meanwhile, BDO - which tracks non-grocery retailers - reported that the UK high streets "weathered both the economic and meteorological storms lashing the country" in June.
Though it noted that: "The only dip was in homewares sales which plunged 5.8% compared with the same period last year."
DIYWeek.net does not edit comments which are submitted directly by our users to express their own views. Please report abuse of our comment system here.
© Datateam Business Media Limited 2012. DIY Week.net news articles may be copied
or forwarded for individual use only. No other reproduction or distribution is permitted without prior written consent.


text:
wow! almost looked animated!
Did you record sound using your camera or a recorder?
Amazing shot!!!
And keep in mind that with Canon's Extender EF 1.4x III or Extender EF 2x II on Canon 70-200 F/2.8 IS II you'll get even closer very sharp shots @ f/5.6.
It seems that 300fps was no match for the Humming Bird's wings...
« Previous Thread | Next Thread » |
Tags for this Thread |


text:
Dick Armey and Freedom Works are taking aim at republicans who are noted as 'rinos'... republicans in name only.
The Great Awakening that we are now in is at last reaching into the very halls of conservatives in name only. The next election cycle is going to bring a huge and necessary shock to the American landscape. Moderates are going to be tossed out on their ears and in their place are going to be elected officials that actually represent the backbone of this nation... the American Worker.
Tea partiers turn on GOP leadership
The tea party is taking aim at Republican candidates including Florida Gov. Charlie Crist, Texas Rep. Mike Conaway and California senatorial candidate Carly Fiorina.
While the energy of the anti-tax and anti-Big Government tea party movement may yet haunt Democrats in 2010, the first order of business appears to be remaking the Republican Party.
Whether it's the loose confederation of Washington-oriented groups that have played an organizational role or the state-level activists who are channeling grass-roots anger into action back home, tea party forces are confronting the Republican establishment by backing insurgent conservatives and generating their own candidates — even if it means taking on GOP incumbents.
"We will be a headache for anyone who believes the Constitution of the United States … isn't to be protected," said Dick Armey, chairman of the anti-tax and limited government advocacy group FreedomWorks, which helped plan and promote the tea parties, town hall protests and the September 'Taxpayer March' in Washington. "If you can't take it seriously, we will look for places of other employment for you."....
It's about time.
xtnyoda, shalomed


text:
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan
User Reviews
There are 3 user reviews for the SEL w/Sport Pkg trim shown below
- Pros
- 144 months warranty against corrosion perforation
- Cons
- none so far
Purchased As New
I enjoy driving this car. DSG Transmission, similar to the one that Audi has, is a phenomenal feature if you like a sporty drive. A fully galvanized sheet metal, 144 months warranty against corrosion perforation, gives me confidence that it will not rust in many years to come--nobody else gives this but Audi/VW. Performance is outstanding, especially handling through the road curves. I drove different similar sedans and I can say no other 4-door car that I drove, in this price range, appealed to me as this one when it comes to a road handling performance. I love every aspect of the Jetta and the equipment it comes with it--cannot get anything better for this price. Steering system and suspension are awesome. Brakes are phenomenal and the brake system senses if a driver tries to come to a sudden stop, like in an emergency situation, and the system applies the brakes accordingly--differently than in the regular stop situations. Navigation system comes as standard in this model, SEL. It is more than large-enough size touch screen. I paid extra for the sunroof which reflects a true craftsmanship with a screen that goes up in the front once the sunroof is open, to prevent bugs and flies popping inside. Seventeen-inch alloys and chrome exhaust tips give the car a special appearance. Seats, heated front side, offer more thigh support than in many larger cars. Outside mirrors are heated as are the windshield washer nasals. 2.5 L., 5 cylinder engine is unique and just right power-wise. I lock the car with a touch of a finger on the door lock handle--no key fob needed to be taken out the pocket when locking or when entering the car as well as starting the engine, it has an electronic start button. Trunk lid handles are on the inside the trunk lid, it doesn't leave marks from the fingers when it's getting closed. The car comes with 36 month/36,000 miles free maintenance. Oil changes are every 10,000 miles. Buying experience was great. No pressure at all. Thank you VW....read morehide
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you?
- Pros
- None
- Cons
- A Poor Man's Audi A4. Should have continued to be a Jetta.
Purchased As Not Purchased
I would see why Volkswagen would want to copy their German brothers Audi, but it just does not here on the Jetta. The main issue is that the Jetta tries to hard to be something that it's not. With options of fake leather surfaces, and supposed "sports package", you will be better of getting a better job or saving up for a real car, such as the A4. Point being, Volkswagen should keep the Jetta how it was....read morehide
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you?
- Pros
- Wow - everything on board.
- Cons
- Gas consum - Is it really as promissed
Purchased As New
Just got it. Very nice. Have sooo many things on board. Smooth engine and very nice transmission. Was a little bit reserved - transmitted from BMW. Was really very nice surprised. Hope to get the millage as promised and every thing should be really nice. Same thing for
$30 000.00 less.74 out of 76 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you?
Related Cars
Sponsored Links
( What's this? )
For Sale - VW Jetta
Thousands of Volkswagen listings. Find great Volkswagen Jetta deals!
CarGurus.com/Volkswagen-JettaUsed Volkswagen Sale
Find and Compare Used Volkswagen Jetta Sedan Deals Near You!
Volkswagen.123FindACar.com/UsedUsed Volkswagen Jetta
New Volkswagen Jetta Local Listings. Now at Kelley Blue Book®.
www.KBB.com/VolkswagenJetta2013 Chevy Cruze
Get Pricing Information & Request A Quote For The New Cruze Online Now


text:
Mo Williams flirts with retirement?
Mo Williams, the starting PG for the Cleveland Cavaliers recently commented that after the 'Decision', he lost the love for the game and actually seriously considered retirement at the age of 27. These comments, when considered from an outside perspective might seem a bit dramatic and over the top given the actual circumstances. A superstar teammate left his team in Free Agency to join 2 other stars. Mo has drawn incredible ridicule by several NBA players and media outlets. Namely, Chris Douglas Roberts of the Nets openly criticized Mo and laughed at Mo's personal situation via Twitter. Brandon Jennings, who also has little room to criticize anyone, openly mocked Mo via Twitter.
I have several thoughts about Chris Douglas Roberts' comments and others who have criticized Mo. First, Chris Douglass Roberts has absolutely NO right to comment on another man's personal situation. CDR is a complete BUST after being drafted by the Nets in the 2nd round in 2008 averaging less than 8 points per game. Due to his poor performance and apparently poor character and work ethic, the Nets benched him in the second half of the season and traded him to Milwaukee this summer. CDR has also been linked to LeBron James where he admitted that when he 17 and being recruited to Memphis, that LeBron flew him on a private jet for a Minnesota vs. Denver playoff game. Obviously, this would have created significant NCAA issues, but it also explains the link between the two and why CDR might be so openly critical of Mo Williams for his reaction to LeBron leaving.
So, first of all, CDR is a SCRUB and has no right to be critical of anyone given his career performance. Second, it's my opinion that no man should criticize another man's personal situation if you're not directly involved. Finally, CDR has no idea what happened in Cleveland, the true cause for Mo's retirement contemplation, and the things Mo has gone through personally with his family. This applies to CDR, Brandon Jennings, and anyone else who criticizes and/or mocks Mo Williams for his personal situation.
Aside from the general belief that people from the outside looking in, have no right to comment or criticize on someone's personal issues, it is also clear that those criticizing Mo have NO clue what actually happened over the years. For Cleveland fans, this is not new information, but Mo Williams and LeBron James were very close friends. LeBron lobbied for the trade to bring Mo to Cleveland, they were very close and LeBron 'appeared' to consider just about everyone on the team a true friend. The team routinely went out together to dinner, movies, various outings. LeBron's words and actions lead everyone to believe that the team was extremely tight and had incredible chemistry. From hanging out outside of the facility, to joking around in the locker room and on the court, to the pre-game routines spearheaded by LeBron where he would have the team pose for mock pictures, to the personalized handshakes, LeBron appeared to everyone to be a true friend.
There were several Cavs that were by all accounts extremely close with LeBron including J.J. Hickson, Jawad Williams, Boobie Gibson, and Mo Williams. Perhaps none appeared to be as close to LeBron as Mo. They worked out together in the off-season, met each other's families, and shared personal information, just like friends do. LeBron's pull as to the playing time and/or acquisition of his friends cannot be ignored. It was clear that coach Brown wasn't ready to give J.J. big minutes as he was still developing and we had an abundance of experience on the team. It was also clear that Coach Brown wasn't ready to give Jawad significant minutes for the same reasons. Due to LeBron's "Friendship" with these guys, they were suddenly given an increased role and played more minutes. One odd item of note, is the acquisition of Shaq. LeBron publicly insisted that he was ecstatic about the acquisition and welcomed Shaq. However, given his history, if this were true, LeBron would have openly lobbied for his signing and he would have been in touch with Shaq recruiting him to the organization. At Shaq's welcome conference, he indicated that he had not heard from LeBron. It crossed my mind at the time, but I was still blinded by LeBron and shook it off, but it's clear now that LeBron clearly did not want Shaq but yet again fooled everyone as he publicly welcomed Shaq and embraced him as a teammate and a leader.
With all the "Friendship" talk, with all the "chemistry" talk, with all the pre-game antics and events outside of the facility, with all the BS of meeting each other's family, and working out and visiting each other in the off-season, it's no wonder Mo felt the way he did. Mo and the other Cavs were actually betrayed on a greater level than any of us fans. If you think about it, very few of us, if any, knew LeBron personally. Yes, it's clear that LeBron took a personal shot at the organization, the fans, and the City by going on TV and dubbing the debacle as "The Decision". This was a purposeful and premeditated act to directly coincide with the other Cleveland disasters.
Mo and the other Cavs, however, DID personally know LeBron and he purposely fooled them into thinking he was a true friend to them. A true friend would not have planned his exit so far in advance while leading everyone (including his teammates) to believe that he was happy, that he was fighting for a championship, and that the team was like a "Family". A true friend wouldn't have sabotaged many player's only chance at a title by tanking the playoff series against Boston. It was clear even before game 5, that his teammates were busting their ass trying to beat the Celtics but they just weren't good enough without full effort from their superstar. For whatever reason (Whether it was because of Gloria, or his planned exit, or both), he was unwilling to give it, then completely gave up in game 5 and lost the series. This was an incredible act of betrayal to the fans, to his "FRIENDS" ,to the city, to Dan Gilbert, to Coach Brown, and the entire organization.
So with all this taken into account, it's pretty easy to understand the thought process and level of hurt that Mo went through this offseason. Someone who he trusted, who he considered to be a true friend, purposely sabotaged his best chance at a championship, shut him out in the weeks leading up to "The Decision", and clearly carried out his exit plan that had been set for what appears to be several years. Think about it, how would you feel if someone you had grown to be "close friends" with ruined your chance at your dream, shut you out, and basically said that "you're not good enough to play with me, I'm going to play with my real friends"?
October 27, 2010 at 1:01 pm | #1


text:
College Football 2011: Ranking the Pac-12's Top Linebackers
By (Correspondent) on May 11, 2011
982 reads
With the 2011 college football season creeping closer following each turning day, it is never too early to start ranking the players from—in my opinion—the most intriguing conference in college football.
Linebackers kick off my series of ranking the Pac-12's top players by position.
Watching these linebackers patrol the line like hungry Velociraptors can send shivers directly to your soul. It's shame we have to wait so long to see these beasts in action.
Let's check out the list.
Keep track of the Pac-12 with The Pacific Dozen: A Pac-12 Football Blog.
No. 5: Sean Westgate, UCLA
Stephen Dunn/Getty Images
Senior Sean Westgate surprised most people with an astonishing performance last season.
Spending most of his career on UCLA's depth chart as a kick returner/linebacker, Westgate made a permanent switch to linebacker last spring, and the Bruins could not be happier.
Last season, Westgate ranked third amongst Pac-10 linebackers in tackles (90) and TFL (11), and fourth in sacks (4). His prowess in pass coverage was also quite impressive, leading all Pac-10 linebackers with seven passes defended.
No. 4: Vontaze Burfict, Arizona State
Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images
Junior Vontaze Burfict (or "El Baron", as I like to call him) continues to improve since starting as a true freshman in 2009.
Although Burfict failed to record a sack last year, he tallied 8.5 TFL, the most non-sack TFl in the Pac-10. He also tied for third amongst Pac-10 linebackers with 90 tackles.
It's hard not to like El Baron. He is primed for a break-out season, and Arizona State's South title hopes could depend on it.
No. 3: Chase Thomas, Stanford
Ezra Shaw/Getty Images
Junior Chase Thomas collected seven sacks last year, tying Skov and Kendricks for the lead amongst Pac-10 linebackers.
His relentless drive to reach the ball and astounding speed around the corner allows Thomas to get into the backfield fast. Expect to see him consistently making tackles behind the line once again this year.
No. 2: Shayne Skov, Stanford
Ezra Shaw/Getty Images
In case you missed the 2011 Orange Bowl, Shayne Skov exclaimed to the nation his beastly ability to get to the ball.
The junior linebacker's stat line was ridiculous, notching 12 total tackles and four TFL, which included dragging down the quarterback three times.
Skov flew under the radar a bit last season, but expect him to grab headlines in 2011.
No. 1: Mychal Kendricks, California
Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images
Senior Mychal Kendricks earned All-Conference honors last season, wrestling down the quarterback seven times and pulling in 14.5 TFL.
Kendricks led or tied all Pac-10 linebackers last season in these categories and should contend for the top of the class again in 2011.
Check out which linebackers ranked 6-10 at The Pacific Dozen: A Pac-12 Football Blog
What is the duplicate article?
Why is this article offensive?
Where is this article plagiarized from?
Why is this article poorly edited?
Flag This ArticleMore Articles You'll Like
5 Comments
Loading comments...
- just now posted just now
- Loading...
- Nobody has liked this comment yet
This comment and all replies have been deleted This comment has been deleted Undo delete


text:
It's 3 p.m. on a Sunday, and on the back patio at Axe in Venice, wooden folding chairs and communal benches have been arranged in a semicircle opposite one cushioned chair, positioned front and center, where (the restaurant's chalkboard promises) Dr. Vandana Shiva, environmental activist, seed saver ... More >>
Clooney, Pitt, Kevin Bacon and Martin Sheen power a fundraiser reading
See also: *Chuck Klosterman's Favorite Hair Metal Albums One day I was sitting around thinking I want to write a song about ménage a trois...and the line 'love in stereo' came into my head. Inspiration can happen anywhere at any time. -Jani Lane, Hit Parader magazine History has not been ... More >>
See also: *The Top 20 Hair Metal Albums Of All Time: #15-11 *The Top 20 Hair Metal Albums Of All Time: #10-6 *The Top 20 Hair Metal Albums Of All Time: #5-1 *Chuck Klosterman's Favorite Hair Metal Albums One day I was sitting around thinking I want to write a song about ménage a trois...and the l ... More >>
George Clooney's fourth feature as director attempts to capitalize on the fall of Obamamania
Terrence Malick, Tintin and a killer psychokinetic tire
Also, Cyrus, The Mormon Proposition, The Lottery
The festival goes back to its roots or does it?
Mike Myers as Lance Ito with Marisa Tomei on NBC's 'Saturday Night Live.'Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Lance Ito on Wednesday issued a statement confirming reports that courtroom-door placards baring his name have been stolen so many times that he stopped replacing them and has decided to ... More >>
Hot Monday night in LA: Eminem and Jay-Z are doing a surprise show at the Wiltern tonight to promote their new relationship with DJ Hero, the hugely anticipated (and contentious) new game from Activision's Hero franchise. Below is an exclusive look at DJ Hero: The two rap superstars recently si ... More >>
Darren Aronofsky's The Wrestler won't screen publicly here in Toronto until Sunday evening, and won't be shown to the press until Monday afternoon. (In its latest concession to Hollywood, the festival has this year decided to hold press screenings for many high-profile movies only after those films' ... More >>
Great White Way getaways
Also, The Cool School, Refusenik and more
Support group
Readers comment on Murakami, Tilda Swinton and more
Bad things happen to bad people in: Before the Devil Knows You�re Dead
Venerable director returns with a devilish thriller
Dodger Stadium, June 23
Clowns to the left, hipsters to the right
For the week of March 31-April 6
Handicapping wholl win, wholl lose, and wholl just jerk off
Oscar at 77
Oscar at 77 � film . . . fashion . . . warm bodies
Oscar at 77
Oscar gets a razzie for kissing Martys and Harveys butts. Plus, wholl win and wholl lose.
The odd and troubling origins of today�s anti-war movement
Todd Field�s In the Bedroom
Gloss vs. grit at Sundance
Tamara Jenkins' true story
Cowboys, Indians and plastic women


text:
AJL is an abbreviation for:
Amway Japan, LTD.
Find a translation for AJL in other languages:
Select another language:
Use the citation below to add this abbreviation to your bibliography:
"AJL." Abbreviations.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2013. Web. 9 Dec. 2013. <http://www.abbreviations.com/term/31925>.
AJL also stands for:
... see them all »
Nearby & related abbreviations:
Alternative search:
- Search Amway Japan, LTD. on Amazon.com
- Search Amway Japan, LTD. on Google


text:
Posts by Oceanfront Inn
Dolphin Discovery Excursion
April 5 - October 13, 2014 & April 6 - October 14, 2015
Experience an adventurous ocean excursion searching for dolphins and learn more about the marine environment at the Virginia Aquarium.
Group Busch Gardens Eggstravaganza Scavenger Hunt
Bring your group to explore Busch Gardens and other optional sites on this unique seasonal scavenger hunt.
Patriotic Festival
Salute our armed forces at this military celebration and live musical performances combined with the Flying Proms Symphonic Air Show at the Military Aviation Museum.
Fall Group Getaway
September 21 – November 13, 2014 & September 20 – November 14, 2015 (Sunday through Thursday)
Take advantage of low off-season mid-week rates and seasonal activities for group stays during this time period.


text: Find any address in Nagayatsu thanks to the Michelin Nagayatsu city map. ViaMichelin : map of Nagayatsu, driving directions for Nagayatsu, touristic information and Michelin Guide restaurants in Nagayatsu. ViaMichelin allows you to freely consult the Michelin maps, the result of an experience of more than a century of cartography.


text:
Exploring the use of iPads and mobile devices in education.
Important update: May 6, 2012 - Mirror to your Windows PC as well
Shortly after the release of Relection a second mirroring solution called AirPlay was released - available at http://www.airserverapp.com/
Reflection and Airplay both allow mirroring of an iOS device to a Mac. Many site members had asked about a solution that would allow mirroring to a Windows PC. In its latest update, Airplay has now…
ContinueAdded by Sam Gliksman on March 4, 2012 at 10:00am — 7 Comments
Contact Sam for consulting services and professional development.
Fill out the info request form or contact Sam at
Tel: (310) 571-5904
"Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire."
--William Butler Yeats© 2013 Created by Sam Gliksman.


text:
West Tech 100th 2
Friday, February 17, 2012 12:39 PM
Bonnie Dangler, president of the West Tech Alumni Association, is dwarfed by this 8-foot state of Abraham Lincoln that was restored and returned to West Tech. It will be on display during the centennial events.
Related articles
- West Tech High in Cleveland survives 100 years -- first as school, now luxury lofts February 19, 2012, 10:09 AM


text:
My Account (sign in)
Bapu Bazar, Amer Fort Road, Jaipur, India 302003 (Show on map)
Book now!
based on 5 reviews
Check Rates & Availability At This Hotel
lowest rate guarantee
Sorry, there are no available rooms at the Hotel Rajdeep for your chosen dates.
Customers who looked at this hotel often booked...
Tip: Don't wait until it's too late! Book now so you don't miss out on today's rate.
Book Now Pay Later
Available now on thousands of hotel rooms worldwide
Book smarter. Book agoda.
When would you like to stay at this hotel?
Photos of this hotel
24-hour room service
airport transfer
bicycle rental
business center
family room
laundry service
meeting facilities
room service
smoking area
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free WiFi access
Sale ends soon!
  Hotel Description
  Hotel Policies
Guests over 5 years old are considered as adults.
Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose, please check the individual room policy for more details.
  Useful Info
from 5 reviews
Rajputana Guest House
Superb 9.4
from 9 reviews
Hotel Area: Tonk Phatak
Rawla Mrignayani Palace
Very Good 7.8
from 128 reviews
Hotel Area: Amer Fort Road
Hotel Savi Regency
see 2 reviews
Hotel Area: Other
Vesta International
Very Good 7.9
from 36 reviews
Hotel Area: Gopalbari
Your Search Details
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 30+
Show hotel on map
Customer Support
All material herein © 2005 – 2013 Agoda Company Pte. Ltd., All Rights Reserved. AGODA ® is a registered trademark of AGIP LLC, used under license by Agoda Company Pte. Ltd. Agoda is part of (NASDAQ:PCLN)


text:
It Was Really Bad, Just Because I Don't Remember It - i was maybe 6 maybe 7 i don't know... when i was about 6 i "fell in love" with my cousin (3 years old - OMG) since age 6 until age 19, now i feel like it was stolen from me, i never remember when i had it but i do remember a...
Apr 21, 2011
First Kiss - I was at this kids house , with 1 girl and we smoked weed & drank . And we decided to play truth or dare but I was shy , so I kept on saying no . But this other girl did it so I agreed to do it . He came out of no where and kissed me .. I hated it I was not ready...
Oct 7
Spin The Bottle - Hi everyone
So i had a small crush when i was 13 on a guy named Joey. I wasnt very popular and he kinda was. I was turning 14 and had a party at my house. I invited my small group of friends and him and his friends. He and his friend came over and my friend...
Sep 8, 2012
Pressured - A guy I wasn't really attracted to. I just really met him and I was abused by guys when I was young and they've always scared me so when he went in to kiss me I just let him and it felt gross. I didn't kiss back at first and it was slobbery and I wince when I look...
An EP User
Jan 20
He Didn't Even Like Me! - I was 15 when I got my first kiss. I had liked the guy for a few months. He was 21, and didn't like me at all. I was happy at first because I thought that it meant that he changed and he did like me, but in reality he didn't. He was using me, and I let...
Sep 5, 2010
Overseas Kissing - Let's for the sake of this post assume that little pecks that kids did when they were 4ish are excluded. They were cute but innocent. They didn't mean things like 'relationships', 'attraction' or 'I wanna get in your pants'.
With that aside, my first kiss...
Jun 29, 2011
I Rather Have Kissed The Hampster - My first kiss was with a slutty ***. yes you can be a slutty gay guy. he was bi curious back then though. ew he was so gross. i'm so glad i bit his tounge. he is the worst person ever.
Mar 12, 2011
To Say. - I thought my first kiss would be with a guy I was in love with, or if not love, at least a liking.
But nope, my first kiss was robbed off my lips by my brother.
Yeah...my own sibling. My sick, twisted, crazy brother. And it wasn't just a little peck. It went all the...
Mar 23
Well - I was on the fencing bus on the way home from a meet and some kids were playing truth or dare in the back
I joined in for kicks and someone dared me to kiss someone
I didn't really say anything because I didn't know what to say, but a girl kissed me
I totally froze and...
Oct 14
Club Kisses - My first kiss was ruiened!!! I was at a party when i guess this guy was really feeling me. I could barely hear what he was saying so i leaned in to him. Bad move. He kissed me, i was so upset I avoided him the rest of the night.
Dec 3, 2010
I Do Not Like It! - It was just weird, the only thing I remember was that it was unpleasant and very uncomfortable, no, I do not like it!
Mar 8, 2011
Good For Nothing - i was on the ferris wheel romantic right? not when you have a 3 year old on your lap that you are riding with meanwhile he is trying to kiss me i told him to stop he kept moving over and tried putting his arm around me, placinf his hand on my leg and other...
Jun 28, 2011
Awkward - My first kiss was when I was 14 with a guy who was nearly 18. It was awkward, I'd only known him a week or two, we got close really quickly and started dating.
Anyway we were stood outside of a pub waiting for some people and he leaned in to kiss me, well I felt so...
3 Responses
Aug 21
Worst First Kiss - I was newly 12 and playing truth or dare with a few friends at my friendJP's birthday party including my (now ex) girlfriend. It was his little brothers turn and he said "I dare you to kiss her" and pointed at my girlfriend. I, trying to be a gentleman asked...
3 Responses
Aug 15
Yuck... - I was not in love with him, and his breath smelled like beer....and his mouth like a large sucking pleco fish....
Mar 16, 2012
Kiss And Puke - My abusive high school boyfriend
cool brisk air
food still on his breathe
pizza i think
stuck his tongue in my mouth
good thing nyc has trash cans on every corner
cuz i immediately began to hurl into one
Mar 21, 2012
*My First Kiss Was No Fairy Tale* - Back in first grade I was a tomboy and I had a lot of guy firends we all talked about video games but around the end of the year there was a kid I did not no and did not talk to while I was sleeping I felt something soft and then boom my first...
1 Response
Jun 28
A Life Time Of First Kisses... - There have been so many "first kisses" in my life.
My very first kiss ... I was 8, 3rd grade a little town in Kansas. During recess at school. I was sitting on the swings, he just marched right up to me and planted one , right on my mouth. All my...
1 Response
Nov 28
Awful First Kiss - First kiss? Hmmm. I've been trying to forget about my first kiss because yuck! It was awful. The guy... errr. Nevermind. Hahaha. We were at the mall(we're on a date) and I had to go home because my dad was waiting for me at the main entrance of the mall in his...
1 Response
Nov 23
Related Experiences
First Kiss At 19 - Being raised in a baptist church and having strict standards, I was always told that a kiss should be saved for marriage. I even dated a guy for well over a year, and since he had come from the same upbringing, we were terrified to kiss and have our parents...
1 Response
Nov 19
My First Kiss Was On His Birthday, On Easter, At Church ≪3 - When I was 13 I met a boy at church who was 3 years older than me, he was 16 and his name was David. I really had a thing for older guys because I was naturally more mature than some of the people my age. My...
4 Responses
Nov 11
:3 My First Kiss:P - um....New years was coming up.So yay! all girl sleep over at some girl house lol i can't remember her x.x.so it was like 1 am in the morning and we were up girl chatting.You know the usual *boyz*.but i was a tom boy i love to play video games and football<...
22 Responses
Nov 21
I Remember My First Kiss... - Im 15 he was 25, my first bf and my first kiss, im innocent that time and even on the streets after school playing with my friends when my bf noticed me..just out of curiosity that he had been my boyfriend, how was the feeling of having a bf but it...
Nov 30
My First Kiss - I had my first kiss at 16 in the tenth grade after school. I was waiting outside with my boyfriend for the late bus to come.We weren't even together for a month yet.We were talking and flirting and i was starting to get cold. I was shivering and I had goosebumps...
Nov 12
First Kiss Gave Me A Little Extra Aswell - My first kiss was when I was 13, me my friend and 2 girls I barely knew were there well, the girl and my mate went to tesco, and the girl randomly started kissing me full on, I kissed her back with the same passion and it lasted around 2...
1 Response
Nov 12
My First Kiss - So I was in 7th grade when I had my first kiss/ bf. meaning I was 13. I had a huge group of friends that consist of boys and girls that I joined at the beginning of the year. I had a really good friend named Sarah . She was dating one of the boys for 4 months at...
1 Response
Nov 16
First Kiss - I had my first kiss when I was fifteen years old. I was on vacation in Maine when I met a cute boy named Sean on the beach near the cottage I was staying at. We hung out together for a while, just talking and laughing. Then he asked if he could kiss me and I was sooo...
Nov 18
My First Kiss - so i was 13 years old in the eighth grade. it was in late september. the guy who i really didnt like asked me out. since i have never been asked out before, i said yes. well, getting to know him, i slowly fell more in love with him. he has light blonde hair with...
Nov 26
My First Kiss - My first kiss was with a boy named Chad. I was in 8th grade and he was in 10th. Chad, even though he was only a sophomore was playing varsity football, and won homecoming prince. We had known each other since we were babies, an our parents are best friends...
Nov 19
First Kiss - My first kiss was in eighth grade, I was 13. I wasn't dating the guy but we had like each other for awhile. I was at a football game with some friends and it was freezing and pouring rain. My friends wanted to go since it was too cold and they told me and the guy I...
1 Response
Nov 24
My First Kiss - I was in kindergarten and it was nap time and the teacher left outside so this boy woke me up and took me to the bathroom and the we closed the stalls and we just made out and the teacher came back in and herd our kissing noises and then we got in trouble and i...
3 Responses
Nov 12
My First Kiss - My first kiss was with a guy I had liked for three years, we were out on a jetski in the middle of the water an he turned around and kissed me
Nov 16
A First Kiss - I'm 18 going on to 19 now and in college, and i don't think I've ever had a true first kiss. i almost did once but it never happened. yes it is kind of sad, but I've always imagined it with someone truly beautiful and a perfect timing. i guess life is not a fairy...
5 Responses
Nov 11
I Use My 2nd Kiss As My First Real Kiss.. - Because my first kiss was awful. Saliva Central. He had a big nose, it was dark as I was with my high school girlfriends at an under age dance party.. I didn't know what I was doing I'd only ever practiced on the back of my hand. I...
Nov 17
First Kiss - I remember i just turned 15 and i was a freshman in high school. I had a boyfriend and after a month of dating he never kissed me so i told him to meet me right outside the girls locker room next to the big tree. I gave him a hug and we both smiled and i leaned in to...
3 Responses
Nov 12
First Kiss Pt. 3 (End) - Trent's hands are all over me, and I can't focus. My mind is going 400 miles per hour. And yet..
I'm alive. Why am I not dead yet?
"I'll feel guilty.. I'll be bad at it.." I whimper.
"No, you won't," Trent murmurs. "I'll teach you." His face is so close...
Nov 19
Underwater Kiss As A Kid - I remember my first kiss really clearly, I had an awsome cute girl as a friend as a kid, with short hair that I remember mostly hanging out at her house and playing a mutant ninja turtle game together all the time. We both were learning how to swim and...
1 Response
Nov 20
First Kiss Part 2 - "Just kiss me..." Trent breathes against my neck. "Kiss me.."
"No.." I reply, my resolve slowly evaporating. This is it. I'm going to die right here and now, alone with Trent in Mrs. Saldano's empty, dark room after school. He's going to eat me alive and I'm...
4 Responses
Nov 14
My Embarrassing First Kiss - It was 8th grade. That year I had decided to change schools: worst decision of my life. Anyways, I had made friends with this guy named Brandon. He had brown curly hair and deep brown eyes. He was strong but kind, and I fell in love with him. The...
1 Response
Nov 24
My First Kiss I Remember - Well not sure of this can be called a kiss, It was this summer (2013) in Margate. We were all around in a circle and this girl just kissed everyone in the circle just a quick kiss on the lips it was like 1 second, very short but will remember it.
1 Response
Nov 14
This Kiss - I was 12 years old and in 7th grade. There was a boy in 8th grade who was SO cute and smart.Every girl wanted to be his girl, and he chose me. His name was Michael.It was the prom. I was wearing a purple dress with sparkles and frills all about. You had to admit I...
1 Response
Nov 16
My First Kiss - I was 12 years old, it was in the middle of the summer. My sister and I had threw a party, we were all drinking and smoked a blunt. Don't judge, I was arrogant and stupid. I know. We then started to play spin the bottle, so It was my turn to spin the beer bottle...
Nov 18
My Lame O First Kiss - I was 15 and literally 10 seconds after kissing me he kissed my best friend.... Awkward. Luckily my friend and I laugh about it now, I even mentioned it in her wedding speech. :)
Nov 18
First Kiss - When I was in first grade . We were sitting next to each other and he "dropped " his pencil and told me to help him get it so we looked under the table and bam he kisses me ..... I got in trouble though lol
3 Responses
Nov 22
"My First Kiss" - It was during school,
But it was almost the end of the year.
It was a hot timid day.
We had ran outside under a tree.
It was raining very hard.
He looked me in the eyes,
I looked back.
I was scared but shaking.
I couldn't feel my hands.
My stomach was in knots...
Nov 13
I Miss My First Kiss - it was an instantaneous and a forbidden kiss; and I have been missing it for years and years.
Nov 19
My First Kiss Went A Little Like This. - My girlfriend at the time had come over to my house to watch some movies. My father had just given us the speech about sex and kissing. The moment he left we made out like any rebellious teenagers would and it was hot and lusty to boot. To...
4 Responses
Nov 21
My First Kiss - It was in kindergarten :) I was playing on the jungle gym and this boy, kado, ran up to me and kissed me, laughed and ran away.
I remember our teacher put him in time out and he stood there all proud.
Ill never forget :)
3 Responses
Nov 21
My First Kiss Was Taken - When I was in the 7th grade. I had developed way earlier that anyone in my grade and I was often mistaken for a 16 year old. One day I was at school and I was walking to my class when an older guy grabbed me and pushed me in the boys bathroom. He slammed...
2 Responses
Nov 25
I Remember My First Kiss - I was 15 years old at the time and it was the guy of my dreams. I was very much in puppy love with him. It was at my house in the kitchen where we had played music and drunk liquor. Well I wasn't so into liquor at that age but he was 3 years older than...
Dec 1
If We Want To Get Technical... - I remember throughout high school, I always thought something was wrong with me. I hadn't had my first kiss, I wasn't interested in any of the guys that were interested in me, and the guys I was interested in (which now looking back on it 4 years...
Nov 18
Romance At Its Finest. - I remember my first kiss like many others. Ready stories, the experiences vary. Some are romantic and like out of a fairytale and I have a few friends who have had similar first kisses. But no. Not me.
Why would my first kiss be romantic? That'd be too...
4 Responses
Nov 21
My first kiss was 9 months ago. We had been best friends for maybe 4 months, and he confessed he liked me. A few days later I asked him out and next thing we are going out. Well after a few days (3) I gave him my first cheek kiss I have ever given to another guy. It literally...
Nov 30
It is amazing the power some memories have on me. I remember my first real kiss. I was in high school and she was my first love. We had been dating and I was a few years older than her. I had just brought her home for the night from our date, and I leaned in to give her a...
6 days ago
RIP - My first boyfriend was when I was 16. He was my first kiss. My first love. I swear I'll never have another like him. We were walking around the park, holding hands. My head was on his shoulder. His hand was clammy, and I could hear his breathing. He walked by a bench...
5 Responses
Nov 17
It Was Love In An Ally - My first kiss was with this girl I had met on the Internet but lived really close to. I had been dating her for some time before we kissed. It wasn't her first kiss but it was mine and it was fantastic! My first kiss was like any other. We were walking to...
Nov 26
Homecoming 2012 - I had just gotten my first boyfriend Sunday oct 7, 2012 when I was 15 in my sophomore year. That weekend we were going to homecoming together.
We had hung out about twice through out the week when we had started dating and I was really nervous because obviously...
Nov 16
Bj - I never thought about kissing a stranger, but my emotions took over. I was in the 7th grade & it was the day before spring break. there was a rec center across from our school & EVERYONE would always go there especially fridays. I had a boyfriend & we happen to brake up that...
1 Response
Nov 26
The Drum Room - I was 15 years old and had kissed two boys previously (I'm a girl), but I didnt know that kissing was supposed to feel like...well anything. It was just a touching of skin to me, like brushing against someones arm.
I consider my first kiss was with a...
1 Response
Nov 27
My boyfriend and I had been dating for just a little over 2 years when we had our first kiss. This may seem young but we started dating when we were in 5th grade. I was 13 he was 12. It was a cold march morning. We had been talking about having our first kiss for a little per a...
6 days ago


text:
The Turkish Parliament unanimously approved the "Draft Bill to Protect the Family and for the Prevention of Violence against Women" in their session on 8 March.
The "Draft Bill to Protect the Family and for the Prevention of Violence against Women" was approved by the General Assembly of the Turkish Parliament on Thursday (8 March).
The assembly dealt with the draft law in two sections. The first section contained measures such as seizing weapons or applying electronic tags or wrist bands for people who resorted to violence.
Also forced prison sentences for people with court injunctions about them were included in this section.
Furthermore, this section comprised the allocation of a place in a day-care centre for women who were exposed to violence and who have children. Another regulation concerned the change of the woman's ID and other documents in case the life of the protected person is in danger.
Some amendments were decided during the debate at the General Assembly.
One of the amendments allowed for following up of restraining orders by technical tools and equipment upon the decision of a judge.
However, this does not include interception of conversations, observation and recording. This measure will be restricted to determining the whereabouts of a person and to keeping up with it electronically.
The debate on the second part of the draft bill was finished quickly.
The session was chaired by Mehmet Sağlam, Vice President of the parliament, and saw a number of speeches given by the deputies.
During the debate of the first section, Peace and Democracy Party (BDP) Batman Deputy Ayla Akat Ata pointed to the women's problem as a problem of human rights. She emphasized that a joint will had to be developed on the issue of violence against women.
Meral Akşener, Deputy Chairwoman of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey (TBMM), expressed her wish for a Turkey without violence and harassment where men would not insult each other because of women.
Republican People's Party (CHP) Balıkesir Deputy Ayşe Nedret Akova mentioned figures related to the representation of women and said that Turkey still had a long way to go in this aspect.
During the second half of the debate, BDP Istanbul MP Sebahat Tuncel said this draft bill was important to be passed into law even though they did not agree with certain parts.
CHP Bursa Deputy Sena Kaleli stated that violence was not being perceived as a problem of one special area anymore and that it was being continued as state policies all over the world. Kaleli thanked Fatma Şahin, Minister of Family and Social Policies, for her good intentions and said that the Council of Ministers had not been able to protect the draft bill (in its original version).
Erdoğan Bayraktar, Minister of Environment and Urbanism, added that 84 women shelters in Turkey had the capacity to accommodate 1879 women in total. (YY)
Independent Communication NetworkIndependent Communication Network comprises more than internet news website bianet.org. It is a continuously unfolding network since 1997 and embraces "Training Drives" for journalists and communication students and NGOs; handbook series, "Radio Programs" for the local media, conferences, forums, international exchange programs.
IPS Communication Foundation (BİA)IPS Communication Foundation is the implementing body for the BIA &bianet.org. Founded in 1993 by four journalists and one human rights activists, has implemented many projects including a BİA, BİA2 and BİA3.
BİA LibraryBİA Library comprises of handbooks series and guides and researches which systemize the theoretical and informative contributions realized during the implementation of programs within the BİA projects. Some of the 15 publications are in English and accessible via bianet.org.
Contact usYou can reach IPS Communication Foundation directors, BİA project coordination, bianet.org editorial board via telephone, fax, e-mail and mail from everywhere on the globe, dispatch information and/or documents and request meetings.


text:
Article I – Election of Directors and Officers
Section 1 – At least 30 days prior to the annual meeting, the president shall appoint an elections committee consisting of at least five of the immediate past presidents and chaired by the immediate past president. The Elections Committee shall conduct the annual election of the club in accordance with the terms of this Article I, including acting as judge in any dispute.
Section 2 - The Elections Committee shall cause a letter to be sent to all members meeting the qualifications set forth in this Article I, 30 days before the annual meeting, giving the members the option of removing their names from contention for either vice president or the Board of Directors, or both. Those members who are otherwise qualified and who do not remove themselves from consideration shall be included in a first ballot to be sent to the membership by mail, personal delivery or electronic mail, ten (10) days thereafter. This ballot shall be divided into three parts –
(a) Those who meet the qualifications to be nominated as vice president and who have not removed themselves from contention for vice president.
(b) Those who meet the qualifications to be nominated for election to the Board of Directors, have previously served on the Board of Directors for a full one-year term and have not removed themselves from contention for election to the board; and
(c) Those who meet the qualifications to be nominated for election to the Board of Directors, have not previously served on the Board of Directors for a full one-year term and have not removed themselves from contention for election to the board.
The committee shall establish a deadline for the members to respond to the mailed ballot. All ballots received prior to the deadline will be counted by the Elections Committee. The four receiving the most votes pursuant to Section 2(a) above will be the candidates for vice president. The six receiving the most votes pursuant to Section 2(b) above will be candidates for the Board of Directors in "Group 1". The eight receiving the most votes pursuant to Section 2(c) above will be candidates for the Board of Directors in "Group 2". Qualified Members may be included as candidates for both the Board of Directors and for vice president.
Section 3 – Qualifications.
(a) Vice President. Candidates for vice president shall be active or corporate active members in good standing with the Club, not currently on a leave of absence and who have not previously served as President of this club. In addition, at the time of nomination, the member shall have completed one full term as a member of the Board of Directors of the club, shall have attended or made up 80% or more of the meetings of the club during the current and immediately preceding Rotary years and shall have been a member of the Club for not less than thirty six consecutive months.
(b) Board of Directors. Candidates for the Board of Directors shall be active or corporate active members in good standing with the Club, not currently on a leave of absence and who have not previously served as President of this club. In addition, at the time of nomination, the member shall have attended or made up 70% or more of the meetings of the club during the current Rotary year.
Section 4 – At the regular meeting immediately preceding the annual meeting of the club, the report of the Elections Committee shall be made to the club and a sample ballot furnished each member for study. This report and sample ballot shall be printed in the issue of the Rotarizonian for that week or otherwise provided to each member by mail or electronic mail no less than one week prior to the annual meeting of the club. The sample ballot will include the names of those members nominated pursuant to Section 2 of this Article.
Section 5 – At the annual meeting of the club, a first ballot shall be passed carrying the names of the four nominees for vice president. On the ballot for vice president, the nominee receiving a majority of votes cast shall be declared elected vice president and president elect for the ensuing year. If no nominee receives a majority of the votes cast, a runoff between the two nominees receiving the most votes shall be conducted and the nominee receiving a majority of the votes cast shall be declared vice president and president-elect for the ensuing year.
A second ballot shall be for electing the Board of Directors. This ballot shall contain the names of the 14 nominees divided into Group 1 and Group 2 pursuant to Article I, Section 2, of these bylaws. If the person elected vice president pursuant to the first paragraph of this section also appears on the ballot for the Board of Directors in Group 1, the Elections Committee shall advise the members present at the annual meeting to not cast a ballot for said person and the number of nominees in Group 1 shall be 5. Votes cast on the ballot for the Board of Directors for the winner of the election for vice president shall be ignored by the Elections Committee.
The three nominees in Group 1 and the four nominees in Group 2 receiving the highest number of votes shall be declared elected to the Board of Directors. In the event of a tie, which would make more than the stated number elected from either group, those tying for last place shall draw lots for the position on the Board of Directors.
Section 6 – The Board of Directors may at its discretion, change the above method of election, except that no change shall be made in the composition of the Board of Directors.
Section 7 – The Board of Directors-elect shall meet within one week after the annual meeting and shall elect from the club membership, a secretary, a treasurer and a sergeant-at-arms, who when so elected shall become members of the board; provided however, if any such officer had been elected to the Board of Directors at the annual meeting, a vacancy or vacancies shall be deemed to exist on the board and new board member(s) selected as provided in Section 8 of this Article.
Section 8 – A vacancy on the Board of Directors or any office, except in the case of a vacancy in the office of vice president, shall be filled by the remaining members of the board. In case of a vacancy in the office of vice president, the Board of Directors shall establish a special election by ballot to be held at a regular weekly meeting of the club with such provisions for a nominating committee and advance notice to members as the Board of Directors shall deem adequate under the circumstances.
Article II – Board of Directors
The governing body of the club shall be the Board of Directors, composed of the president, immediate past president, vice president, secretary, treasurer, sergeant-at-arms, and seven additional directors.
Article III – Duties of Officers
Section 1 – President. It shall be the duty of the president to preside at meetings of the club and Board of Directors and to perform such duties as ordinarily pertain to the office.
Section 2 – Vice President. It shall be the duty of the vice president to preside at meetings of the club and Board of Directors in the absence of the president and to perform such other duties as ordinarily pertain to the office.
Section 3 – Secretary. It shall be the duty of the secretary to keep the records of membership, record the attendance at meetings, send out notices of meetings of the club, board and committees, record and preserve the minutes of such meetings, make the required reports to Rotary International, including the semi-annual reports of membership, which shall be made to the Secretary of Rotary International, the monthly report of attendance at the club meetings which shall be made to the district governor promptly following the last meeting of the month, and perform such other duties as usually pertain to the office.
Section 4 – Treasurer. It shall be the duty of the treasurer to have custody of all funds, accounting for same to the club at its annual meeting and at any other time required by the Board of Directors. Upon retirement from office the treasurer shall turn over to the successor or to the president all funds, books of accounts and any other club property in the treasurer's possession.
Section 5 – Sergeant-at-Arms. The duties of the sergeant-at-arms shall be such as are usually prescribed for this office and such other duties as may be prescribed by the president or Board of Directors.
Article IV – Meetings
Section 1 – Annual Meeting. The annual meeting of this club shall be held not later than December 31st of each year, at which time the election mandated by Article I shall take place.
Section 2 – The regular weekly meetings of this club shall be held as follows: at noon on Friday of each week provided that the Board of Directors may change the day, cancel or otherwise amend the meeting schedule in accordance with the constitution of this club.
Section 3 – One-third of the membership shall constitute a quorum at the annual and regular meetings of this club.
Section 4 – Regular meetings of the Board of Directors shall be held each month. Special meetings of the Board of Directors shall be called by the president, whenever deemed necessary, or upon the request of two members of the board, due notice having been given.
Section 5 – A majority of the board members shall constitute a quorum of the board of directors.
Article V – Fees and Dues
Section 1 – The admission fee shall be fixed annually, or more frequently as conditions may necessitate, by the Board of Directors, and shall be paid before an applicant can qualify as a member.
Section 2 – Membership dues shall be fixed annually, or as conditions may necessitate, by the Board of Directors. The dues shall be payable quarterly in advance on the first day of July, October, January, and April of each year.
Article VI – Method of Voting
The business of the organization shall be transacted by viva voice vote except the election of the president, vice president and seven directors which shall be by ballot, as provided in Article I.
Article VII – Committees
The president shall, subject to the approval of the Board of Directors, appoint any committees that are deemed necessary for the administration of club affairs and community endeavors. The president shall be, ex-officio, a member of all standing and special committees and, as such, shall have all the privileges of membership thereon.
Article VIII – Duties of Committees
Each committee shall transact such business as designated to it by the president or the Board of Directors. Except where special authority is given by the Board of Directors, such committees shall not take final action until a report has been made to the board and approved by them.
Article IX – Leave of Absence
Upon written application to the Board of Directors, setting forth good and sufficient cause, a leave of absence may be granted excusing a member from attending the meetings of the club for a period not to exceed six months at any one time. Such leave of absence, in the case of illness, military service in the time of war or national emergency, or other reasons that the Board of Directors determines to be appropriate, may be further extended at the discretion of the board. During a leave of absence, dues of excused members shall be determined by the Board of Directors.
Article X – Finances
Section 1 – The treasurer shall cause all funds of the club to be deposited in a bank or banks to be approved by the Board of Directors.
Section 2 – All bills shall be paid by checks only, signed by any two of the following officers: President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary. A Review, performed by a certified public accountant shall be made each year of all of the club's financial transactions.
Section 3 – Officers having charge or control of funds shall give bond as may be required by the Board of Directors for the safe custody of the funds of the club, cost to be borne by the club.
Section 4 – The fiscal year of this club shall extend from July 1 to June 30 and for the collection of membership dues shall be divided into four quarterly periods, payable on July 1, October 1, January 1, and April 1.
Section 5 – Prior to the beginning of each fiscal year the newly elected Board of Directors shall prepare, or cause to be prepared, a budget of estimated income and estimated expenditures for the year, which shall stand as the limit of expenditures for the respective purposes unless otherwise ordered by action of the board.
Article XI – Method of Electing Members
Section 1 – The name of a newly proposed member, having been proposed by a member in good standing, shall be submitted to the Board of Directors through the secretary, on the proposal form.
The Board of Directors shall refer the proposal to the classification committee, which shall consider the eligibility of the proposed member with respect to qualification for membership as set forth in the Constitution of this club and with respect to classifications filled or unfilled and the proposed classification proper or improper and shall return the proposal, together with the classification information, to the Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors shall review the action of the classification committee and sustain or reject its decision. The Board may return it to the classification committee for further consideration and action.
If the classification committee has reported favorably upon the newly proposed member and the Board of Directors has sustained the action, the proposer shall be notified by the secretary and shall secure the oral or written permission of the proposed member to publish the name of the proposed new member.
After this is secured the secretary shall notify each member of the club by means of the club weekly publication, giving the name of the proposed candidate, the firm represented and the classification under which he or she is being considered for membership.
A five-day period shall be allowed during which any member objecting to the election of the proposed member may notify the Board of Directors in writing.
If no objection is received in such period the proposed member shall be considered elected.
If any objections have been filed within the five-day period, the board shall consider the same at any regular or special meeting of the board and vote on the proposed member. The board may then, by not less than a two-thirds majority vote of the members present and voting elect the proposed member. Failure of the proposed member to receive a favorable vote as herein provided shall constitute rejection.
Upon the election of a proposed member, the secretary shall inform the proposer, who shall have the proposed member complete and sign the regular form of application. The proposer shall then submit the duly executed application form and dues payment to the secretary, at which time the proposed member shall have all the privileges and obligations of membership.
If a proposal for membership is rejected as hereinbefore provided, the proposer shall be notified by the secretary, and the proposal terminated.
Section 2 – Honorary Members. The names of proposed candidates for honorary membership shall be submitted to the Board of Directors in writing, no signed application being required.
Article XII – Resolutions and Subscriptions
Section 1 – No resolution or motion to commit this club on any matter shall be considered by the club until it has been considered by the Board of Directors. Such resolutions or motions, if offered at a club meeting, shall be referred, without discussion, to the board, which after having given consideration to the matter, may submit its recommendations to the club. Having received the recommendations of the board, the club may then proceed to take such action as may seem proper to the majority.
Section 2 – Any appeal to the club, or to its members as Rotarians, for charitable or other subscriptions shall be handled in accordance with the procedure prescribed in Section 1 of this Article.
Article XIII – Visiting Rotarians
Visiting Rotarians will always be welcome at meetings of the club.
Article XIV – Order of Business
Meeting call to order
Pledge and Song
Introduction of visiting Rotarians and guests
Reading of correspondence and announcements by Secretary
Committee reports or announcements by committee chairs and others
Article XV – Amendments
These bylaws may be amended at any regular meeting, a quorum being present, by a two-thirds vote of all members present, provided that notice of such proposed amendment shall have been mailed to each member at least ten days before such meeting. No amendment or addition to these bylaws can be made which is not in harmony with the club constitution and the bylaws of Rotary International.


text:
Radium-223 Dichloride (BAY88-8223) in Castration-Resistant (Hormone-Refractory) Prostate Cancer Patients With Bone Metastases
Expanded access is currently available for this treatment.
Verified October 2013 by Bayer
Information provided by (Responsible Party):
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
First received: January 20, 2012
Last updated: October 31, 2013
Last verified: October 2013
- Full Text View
- Tabular View
- No Study Results Posted
- Disclaimer
- How to Read a Study Record
No Study Results Posted on ClinicalTrials.gov for this Study
Study Status: | Expanded access is currently available for this treatment. |
Estimated Study Completion Date: | No date given |
Estimated Primary Completion Date: | No date given |


text:
New York City has started a pilot program to add Wi-Fi access to its payphones. The new scheme sees an initial ten kiosks gain cost- and advertisement-free public Wi-Fi in the city, with a view to expanding the service to more locations if it is considered a success.
Full Article »