text:
If you are interested in growing your investment capital by leaps and bounds, feel free to contact us now for your FREE "Private Investors Guide For Earning 12%." We have a great strategy that can help you earn a solid return on your investment capital secured by real estate. Remember, banks loan money on real estate because it is great collateral. If banks see real estate as a great investment vehicle, why should you be left out? Contact Us NOW for your FREE investor report. Wouldn't NOW ...
Dec 6 - Troy
Trouble selling houses? Don't wait in vain Our company specializes in solving real estate related problems. So pick up the phone right now and call today 313 492-2577 or visit www.sellyourmichiganhouse.com We're here to help
Nov 29 - Detroit
Purchase Investment Properties from us at 40-65% of market!! Call Deola directly for special pricing (313) 598-6368
Nov 28 - Farmington
House Hunter Needed Flexible part time hours. Must have reliable transportation and digital camera. You set the pay rate! www.realestatebirddogsite.com
Nov 28 - Southfield
Any Condition - Any Situation http://www.sheriffwholesale.com
Nov 16 - Dearborn
Limited Time Opportunity!!! We are a group that purchases, renovates and resells single family homes and commercial apartments in the metro Detroit area. We are currently looking for joint venture partners for the purchase of a particular apartment complex in the south east Oakland County area. Let's join our resources together and create a positive monthly net cash flow. If you are interested, contact us NOW!!! Time Is Of The Essence! >>>>>> www.CashBuyGroup.com
Nov 15 - Bloomfield Hills
We are a group of local real estate investors who service the Oakland Macomb and Wayne Counties. We have a strategy that may be able to help you in your current situation. We have years of experience and the liquid funding to give you a FAST CASH reasonable offer. Contact Us Now so that we may assist you. >>>>>> www.CashBuyGroup.com
Nov 15 - Birmingham
Hello and thank you for stopping by our post. We are a group that is looking to acquire 7 properties in the next 2-3 months. We are very well funded and can close in a matter of days or hours. Contact us now so that we may give you an CASH offer. >>>>>> www.CashBuyGroup.com
Nov 15 - Troy
Pest Pounders Pest Control. Owner operated with over 15 years experience. VA, FHA, Conventional loan requirement reports. Fast response and same day report. Real estate accounts can be set up for "roll out" service and collection at closing. 586-563-0152 or visit website www.pestpounders.com
Nov 13 - St Clair Shores
Hello and thanks for coming by our post. This is a very RARE OPPORTUNITY to say the least! We have an investment opportunity that's perfect for you. Contact Us for specific details. In a nutshell we are seeking a partner to provide anywhere from $207,000 to $845,237 for the purchase of an apartment complex in the Birmingham Area. You will receive a percentage of ownership as well as a receive your initial investment back with interest. Your position will be protected by a mortgage on the ...
Nov 5 - Ann Arbor
We Buy Houses CASH! Investors looking for homes Oakland, Wayne and Macomb Counties. We pay cash and can close in 7 days!!! >>>>>> www.CashBuyGroup.com Contact Us Now!!!
Nov 5 - Auburn Hills
Are you a home owner trying to sell your house but you can't seem to get it done? We are an investment group that work with CASH so we can close Quickly. If you are interested in a quick sale, contact us immediately.
Nov 5 - Auburn Hills
The Affordable Homes Team, is Metro Detroit's premier real estate solutions company, & since our inception we have been helping homeowners along with improving communities in each & every city we work in. Through our extensive knowledge of the business, network of resources, & years of expertise, we are able to assist homeowners with a wide variety of real estate problems. We pride ourselves on our reputation for working one-on-one with each customer to handle their individual situations. With the ...
Oct 28 - Troy
We are Looking for a partner to put up the $160k necessary to secure $15,000,000 worth of Apartment Complexes. You can earn 50% on your investment within the first 12 months. Contact us and we'll send you the details.
Oct 27 - Auburn Hills
Are you a Tired Landlord? Are you wondering how your property will look after you've had to evict a tenant? Are you tired of fixing toilets? Are you tired coming into your property and finding that the toilets, sinks and water heater is no longer there? Is you house vacant and you fear the inevitable vandals and break ins? You've worked too hard and invested too much money to put up with these ridiculous and tiresome issues. Wouldn't it be great if someone would come in and pay you CASH at a ...
Oct 25 - Birmingham
At Keller Williams Realty the Falkauff short sale team gets the job done. We are a group of the best Oakland County, Michigan Realtors. Commerce Township, West Bloomfield, Novi, Waterford, Walled Lake. We also have the leading edge on selling and buying lake front homes. 248-505-9227 Search for properties http://lakeseekers.com/
Oct 24 - Commerce Township
Smart Rate Commercial Capital is getting owner occupied and cash flowing commercial properties approved and closed. Interest rates are at an all time low. If you are purchasing a commercial property or refinancing your commercial loan reply today for additional information. Smartratecommercialcapital.com Apartment loan medical office loan hotel loan office building loan auto repair building loan franchise loan doctors office loan commercial mortgage
Oct 21 - Harrison Township
www.cashbuygroup.com We are a group that buys and sells real estate, including single family homes, luxury homes and apartment buildings. We want to give you the opportunity to invest and partner with us on our current and future deals. If you are interested, contact us by clicking the craigs list link or by visiting us at www.cashbuygroup.com Time is of the essence so contact us now. Thanks
Oct 19 - Royal Oak
www.CashBuyGroup.com Download your FREE Investor Package and learn to earn 12% returns on your investment capital legally, morally and ethically. Opportunities limited We look forward to hearing from you.
Oct 19 - Troy
www.CashBuyGroup.com We are an honest real estate company looking for investors who would like to earn 10-12% returns secured by real estate. If you are interested, let us know and we'll send you a copy of our FREE Investor Report that outlines how we can help you earn higher yields on your investment capital. Contact Us Now!!
Oct 19 - Royal Oak
www.CashBuyGroup.com Are you currently earning 1% at your bank or 4% in the market? How would 10% fee. in your bank account? We can show you how to earn double digit yields. Contact Us Now to download your FREE Investor Report that shows you how to earn 12% yields on your investment capital. Talk to you soon.
Oct 19 - Waterford
www.CashBuyGroup.com Are you satisfied earning 1% on CD's or 5% in the stock market? Don't you deserve more? You are worth more that 1-5% aren't you? Contact Us Now and receive your FREE Investor Report. We can help you boost your bottom line.
Oct 19 - West Bloomfield
www.CashBuyGroup.com Are you an investor who has a property that you can't buy because you don't have the funding? Do you know that it is a great deal and you don't want it to go to waist? Are you ok with receiving CASH for just referring the property to us? How would you like to receive CASH for sending and email? If you have a property for sale and need CASH as soon as possible, then you need to contact us immediately. We can close same day if necessary. Contact Us Now!!
Oct 19 - Bloomfield Hills
www.CashBuyGroup.com Do you need CASH for your house now? Why wait to sell your house when you can sell it NOW? As we all know, time waits for no one, and when we see an opportunity we have to act fast. This is your opportunity to get CASH for your house. Contact Us Today and let us solve your problem.
Oct 19 - Auburn Hills


text:
On Friday, May 10, Marist College's fashion department presented its 27th annual Silver Needle Fashion Show and Awards at the Mid-Hudson Civic Center in Poughkeepsie. The show, which is entirely produced by students, showcases the collections of senior student designers and underclassmen, as well as fashion merchandising projects.
See some of our favorite outfits from the Marist College fashion show in the gallery below.
» More about Marist College Silver Needle Fashion Show and Awards
» More from The Couture Report
» Find a Hudson Valley boutique or retailer
Hudson Valley Magazine's official style and beauty blog keeps the Valley's trend-setting crowd updated on all things fashion. From local sales and trunk shows to our latest editorials and street-style photo galleries, we'll tell you what's hot (and what's not), what to wear and how to wear it, and how to be posh without ending up in the poorhouse.
Follow The Couture Report with Bloglovin

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Opinions, advice, statements, offers, or other information or content made available through the complaint site ShamScam are those of their respective authors and not of ShamScam, and should not necessarily be relied upon. Such authors are solely responsible for the accuracy of such content. ShamScam does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information on ShamScam and neither adopts nor endorses nor is responsible for the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, advice or statement made. Under no circumstances will ShamScam be responsible for any loss or damage resulting from anyone's reliance on information or other content posted on ShamScam. |
● About ● File A Complaint ● My Company Is Listed! ● Scams ● Terms | |||||||
Gary Calhoun is a notorious scammer! MPB TODAY, United Pro Media - SCAMSNavigation: Main page Author: MT MPB TODAY www.mpbtoday.com IS A SCAM GARY CALHOUN IS A SCAMMER www.mpbtoday.com IS A SCAM MPB TODAY / United Pro Media www.mpbtoday.com / www.myupm.com are GAR CALHOUN SCAMS Gary Calhoun is a notorious scammer! MPB TODAY, United Pro Media - SCAMS This company is a Scam ( MLM). We tried to call numerous times on the middle of the month of Sept. to cancel the service but no answer since we learned that the company was practicing a scam. WE DID NOT sign any agreement/Terms and condition with our signature. We called on Oct.20th to get our money refunded but they told us by Laurie (Customer service) to either sell two OTHER SUCKERS LIKE US another SCAM PKG and then, we would get our money back. We would have to do that to POOR UNFORTUNATE 6 OTHERS in the amount of $210.00 each X 6 = $1,200 to pay them before we got any money back. THIS IS ILLEGAL and A FRAUD. Gary Calhoun is a notorious scammer, previously with UPM (United Pro Media - www.myupm.com) and now MPB Today www.mpbtoday.com People, do not fall for this scam, just type GARY CALHOUN SCAM or MPB TODAY SCAM and look at the hundreds of complaints from people. Gary Calhoun, MPB TODAY, MY PREMIER BUSINESS TODAY, www.mpbtoday.com, UPM, United Pro Media, www.myupm.com This is there address, it's a residential address#: 8812 Grow Drive. - Pensacola, FLORIDA 32514 Site owners not responsible for the information posted on website. |


text:
Assembly Design
Founded in 2012 by Pete Oyler and Nora Mattingly, Assembly is an American design studio that produces high quality products with a forward thinking aesthetic. Oyler serves as Assembly's lead designer.
Assembly values and supports art and craft based practice. The more we can know and understand about process, materials, and techniques — both new and old— the more creative power we have. In a time of unprecedented technological expansion and possibility, we believe that it is important to keep using what is literally right at our own fingertips: our hands.
From furniture and objects to interior and site specific installations our approach to design is interdisciplinary in spirit and process. Assembly products are fresh, thoughtful, and made with care.
№ 1/1


text:
Please enter your travel dates.
Deluxe Room, Resort View (Tower Guestroom)
Suite, 1 King Bed (The Villas at Sawgrass)
The Villas At Sawgrass Guestroom
Suite, 2 Double Beds
- Two Double Beds
Home to THE PLAYERS Stadium course in Ponte Vedra Beach
Prestigious course
This Florida hotel, home to THE PLAYERS Stadium course at TPC Sawgrass, is 1 mile from Ponte Vedra Beach and 25 miles from St Augustine.
5 golf courses, 4 outdoor pools
Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa features 5 golf courses, 4 outdoor pools, 7 restaurants, and 2 lounges. A full-service spa, a 24-hour fitness center, and a business center are also on site.
Premium channels
Guestrooms at Sawgrass Marriott Resort feature Marriott's signature Revive bedding, iPod® docking stations, and flat-screen TVs with ESPN and HBO.
Hotel Amenities
- General
Sawgrass Marriott Resort & Spa features 5 golf courses, 4 outdoor pools including an oceanfront pool, 3 spa tubs, and miniature golf on site. The property is smoke-free, family-friendly, and has a pool especially designed for children. A 20,000-square-foot (1,858-square-meter) full-service health spa is on site, as well as a 24-hour fitness center. Guests can enjoy several dining and lounge options, as well as an on-site Starbucks. Room service is available during limited hours. A complimentary beach shuttle is also available.
This Ponte Vedra Beach hotel has a business center, and meeting space is available for large and small groups. A conference center, a computer station, and an Internet point are also on site. Guests can take advantage of a concierge desk, and newspapers are complimentary in the lobby. Self parking and valet parking is available (surcharges).
Sawgrass Marriott Resort & Spa has a smoke-free policy that applies to guestrooms, restaurants, lounges, meeting rooms, public space, and associate work areas. To accommodate the needs of smoking guests, the resort has designated smoking areas outside of the property.
- Designated smoking areas
- Full-service health spa
- Concierge desk
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Supervised childcare/activities (surcharge)
- Bar/lounge
- Coffee shop or café
- Exhibit space
- Multiple large conference rooms
- Event catering
- Business center
- Ballroom(s)
- Banquet facilities
- Audiovisual equipment
- Business services
- Express check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Express check-in
- Beauty services
- ATM/banking
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Clubhouse
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Elevator/lift
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Beach shuttle (complimentary)
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Health club
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
- Golf course on site
- Computer station
- Internet point
- Children's club
- Laundry facilities
- Massage - spa treatment room(s)
- Multiple small meeting rooms
- Multilingual staff
- Nightclub
- Number of floors - 7
- Total number of rooms - 506
- Patio
- Poolside bar
- Porter/bellhop
- Room service (limited hours)
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Conference center
- Secure parking (surcharge)
- Sauna
- Security guard
- Shopping on site
- Smoke-free property
- Smoke-free property (fines apply)
- Spa services on site
- Spa tub
- Steam room
- Swimming pool - children's
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Swimming pool - outdoor seasonal
- Television in lobby
- Wedding services
- Wireless Internet access - surcharge
- Valet parking (surcharge)
- Parking (surcharge)
- Internet
Available in all rooms: Wireless Internet access (surcharge), Wired high-speed Internet access (surcharge)
Available in some public areas: Wireless Internet access - surcharge
- Parking
Parking (surcharge), Secure parking (surcharge), Self parking (surcharge), Valet parking (surcharge)
- Room Amenities
- Signature bedding
- CD player
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Balcony
- Climate control
- Complimentary weekday newspaper
- Air conditioning
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Direct-dial phone
- Coffee/tea maker
- Daily housekeeping
- Designer toiletries
- Bathrobes
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Extra towels/bedding in room
- Bathroom scale
- Electronic/magnetic keys
- Clock radio
- Iron/ironing board
- In-room safe
- Desk
- Makeup/shaving mirror
- In-room massage available
- iPod docking station
- Satellite TV service
- Flat-panel TV
- Multi-line phone
- Premium TV channels
- Private bathroom
- Refrigerator (on request)
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Shower/tub combination
- Turndown service (on request)
- Voice mail
- Wake-up calls
- Window opens
- Connecting / adjoining rooms available
- Cribs/infant beds (complimentary)
- Wireless Internet access (surcharge)
- Wired high-speed Internet access (surcharge)
- Dining
Vernon's - serves a breakfast buffet, as well as Florida seafood, steaks, chowders, and a selection of fine wines for dinner.
Alice & Pete's Pub - sports bar serving lunch, dinner, and drinks.
Café on the Green/Café Italiano - By day, a casual restaurant serving breakfast and lunch. Evenings, an Italian bistro serving dinner. Overlooks THE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass.
OceanView Restaurant - Cabana club restaurant overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Sea Porch Bar and Grill - Nautical-themed restaurant located seaside at the Cabana Club.
Starbucks - Serving coffee and pastries.
- Recreation
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
- Golf - miniature on site
- Volleyball nearby
- Golf - driving range nearby
- Dock nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
- Running track/path nearby
- Tennis nearby
- Aerobics nearby
- Yoga classes/instruction nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Bird watching nearby
- Playground nearby
- Golfing on site
- Accessibility
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- Accessible path of travel
- Accessible bathroom
- Roll-in shower
- In-room accessibility
- Accessibility equipment for the deaf
- Braille or raised signage
Policies & Fees
- Check-in
Minimum check-in age is 21
Check-in time starts at 4 PM
- Check-out
Check-out time is 11 AM
- Payment types
Accepted at this hotel: American Express, Diners Club, Discover, JCB International, MasterCard, Visa
- Pets
Pets allowed
- General
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Resort fee charged at hotel/condo
Service animals exempt from fees/restrictions
- Fees
- Unless otherwise indicated, the charges below are not included in the overall room price. If not included in the overall room price, they will be charged by the property at check-in or check-out. Charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book. This property told us they will charge you for the following:
- Resort fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per night (effective 3 January 2013)
Hotel resort fee inclusions (may be listed elsewhere in this description as complimentary or available for a surcharge):- Beach access
- Fitness center access
- Fitness/yoga classes
- Partner property beach club access
- Nearby fitness center access
- Internet access (may be limited)
- In-room bottled water
- Self parking
- Welcome amenities
We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.- Valet parking fee: USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: USD 75 per room, per stay
- A late check-out fee will be charged
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- Additional Details
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).


text:
Share this
Maria Sharapova is very much a creature of habit – and there are restaurant owners the length and breadth of Melbourne who are very grateful for that.
For all her many talents, the Russian has her little superstitions and routines that she believes help her win, and one of those is eating at the same restaurants throughout a tournament.
"It's all experience," she said, having just brushed aside Ekaterina Makarova 6-2 6-2 on Tuesday to advance to the semifinals of the Australian Open.
"I go through routines that work for me, I go with the flow of routines. I go to the same restaurants where I'm familiar with the food. Maybe all of us have a little bit of that in us."
Actually, Sharapova was quite wrong: there are very few people in this world who have what she has. Very few people indeed. But that aside, those proprietors who have had Miss S in their restaurants in the last nine days are guaranteed to have her back for as long as she remains in the draw. Judging by the way she has scythed through the first five rounds, she looks likely to be here until the weekend. That can only be good for business.
So far, Sharapova has dropped a miserly nine games en route to the semifinal, and that is a record for the Australian Open. Since the Open Era began, no woman has been as ruthless or as efficient in Melbourne. In five rounds, she has spent just five hours and 15 minutes on court, which works out at an average of 63 minutes a round.
But if Makarova was looking for a few crumbs of comfort after her straight-sets pasting, she could console herself with the fact that by keeping Sharapova on court for 66 minutes, she upped the Russian's match time average by a whole minute from 62 minutes after the fourth round. But given that Sharapova has earned $500,000 for reaching the last four and spent just 315 minutes doing it, it means that Russia's most famous export is earning at the rate of $1,587.30 a minute. And that won't make Makarova feel any better.
"To be honest, those are not the statistics you want to be known for," Sharapova said. "It's a great stat, but I'm just so glad to be in the semifinals again."
Sharapova was not half bad before her shoulder problems first struck in 2007, but now she has rebuilt her game and her confidence, she looks stronger, tougher and better than ever. The forehand is more reliable, the return is more of a weapon and the serve, while maybe not quite as potent as in days of yore, is back to being a threat. Add that little lot to one of the best backhands in the business, and she is in stunning form at the moment.
Makarova did not do herself any favours, mind you. This was not the same player who powered her way past Angelique Kerber in the previous round but, alas, that is Ekaterina for you: you are never quite sure what you are going to get whenever she steps on court. Some days, she is great; some days she isn't. On Tuesday, she racked up twice as many errors as winners, and against Sharapova, that was never going to cut it.
Li Na may keep the world No.2 on court a little longer in the next round, but you would not put your house on it. In this mood and this form, Sharapova looks like a dead cert for the final. The restaurant owners of Melbourne can rest easy.


text:
Anderson "cf" Cook is grim yet aggressively funny. To support his multiple dumb and stupid hobbies, go here.
Do all of your holiday shopping in the Star Citizen online store! We have great deals on space ships for a game that may not be released for years. Think of these as investments in your future enjoyment.
The first phase of The Olive Garden's cyber rollout will introduce their Neverending Pneumatic Pasta Tube. This works on the same principal as bank drive-thru deposit tubes, but with unfrozen linguini and spaghetti.
It's still okay to like Ben Stiller, guys.
Dan Haggerty and Joe Estevez get grizzly all up in Paul Bunyan's bizzly!
Featured articles and columns that don't fit anywhere else on Something Awful.
Copyright ©2013 Rich "Lowtax" Kyanka & Something Awful LLC.


text:
A single copy of this article may be reprinted for personal, noncommercial use only.
Poor color vision
By Mayo Clinic staffOriginal Article: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/poor-color-vision/DS00233
Anatomy of the eye |
Poor color vision is a reduced ability to distinguish between certain shades of color. Although many people use the term "colorblind" to refer to the reduced ability to discriminate between some colors, true colorblindness describes a total lack of color vision. The ability to see only shades of gray is rare.
Poor color vision is an inherited condition in most cases. Men are more likely to be born with poor color vision. Most people with poor color vision can't distinguish between certain shades of red and green. Less commonly, people with poor color vision can't distinguish between shades of blue and yellow. Certain eye diseases and some medications also can cause poor color vision.
You may have poor color vision and not know it. You also may not suspect the condition in yourself or in your child until a situation causes confusion or misunderstanding — such as when there are problems differentiating the colors in a traffic light or trying to interpret color-coded learning materials.
People affected by poor color vision may not be able to distinguish:
- Different shades of red and green
- Different shades of blue and yellow
- Any colors at all
The most common color deficiency is an inability to see some shades of red and green. Often, a person who is red-green or blue-yellow deficient isn't completely insensitive to both colors. Defects can be mild, moderate or severe. Someone with red-green or blue-yellow deficiency may not be able to differentiate the colors of a rainbow or recognize a rose-colored sky at sunrise or sunset.
When to see a doctor
If you suspect that your color vision isn't satisfactory, see an eye doctor for testing. Also, if you have a child who's receiving a preschool eye exam, it's a good idea to have your child tested for color vision as well as for visual acuity. While there's no treatment for inherited poor color vision, if the cause is an eye illness, treating that illness may improve color vision.
Anatomy of the eye |
Seeing colors across the light spectrum begins with your eyes' ability to accurately distinguish the primary colors red, blue and green.
Light enters your eye through the cornea and passes through the lens and transparent, jelly-like tissue in your eye (vitreous body) to color-sensitive cells (cones) located at the back of your eye in the retina. Chemicals in the cones distinguish colors and send that information through your optic nerve to your brain.
If your eyes are normal, you can distinguish many different blends of colors, but if your cones lack one or more light-sensitive chemicals, you may see only two of the primary colors.
Poor color vision has several causes:
Inherited disorder. About one in 12 males of Northern European descent is born with some degree of red-green color deficiency. Most females possess genes that counteract the deficiency, and less than 1 percent of females of Northern European descent have this type of color deficiency. In other populations, the prevalence of red-green color deficiency is lower.
Blue-yellow color deficiency is inherited by fewer than one in 10,000 people worldwide, and true inherited colorblindness affects fewer than one in 30,000 people. You can inherit a mild, moderate or severe degree of the disorder, and the severity doesn't change over your lifetime if the cause is inherited.
- Diseases. Some conditions that can cause color deficits are diabetes, glaucoma, macular degeneration, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, chronic alcoholism, leukemia and sickle cell anemia. One eye may be more affected than the other and may get better if the underlying disease can be treated.
- Certain medications. Some medications can alter color vision, such as some drugs used to treat heart problems, high blood pressure, erectile dysfunction, infections, nervous disorders and psychological problems.
- Aging. Your ability to see colors deteriorates slowly as a part of aging.
- Chemicals. Exposure to some potent chemicals in the workplace, such as carbon disulfide and fertilizers may cause loss of color vision. If you work around these chemicals, have your color vision evaluated because the loss of some color vision may be too subtle for you to notice.
Preparing for your appointment
You can start by seeing your family doctor or a general practitioner, or you may make an appointment directly with a doctor who specializes in eye disorders (ophthalmologist or optometrist).
Your time with your doctor is limited, so preparing a list of questions can help you make the most of your time together. For poor color vision, some basic questions to ask include:
- How might having poor color vision affect my life?
- Are there any treatments for poor color vision?
- Are there any brochures or other printed material that I can take with me? What websites do you recommend?
- Are there special glasses or contact lenses that I can wear to help the problem?
What to expect from your doctor
Your doctor is likely to ask you a number of questions, such as:
- When did you first notice that you were having trouble seeing certain colors?
- Does anyone in your family (including parents and grandparents) have poor color vision?
- Do you have any medical disorders?
- Are you taking any medicines or supplements?
Tests and diagnosis
If you have trouble seeing certain colors, your eye doctor can quickly and easily test to see if you have a color deficiency. Many specialists trained in eye diseases and disorders use a book containing several multicolored dot-pattern tests to provide a simple and accurate assessment of color vision deficiencies. If you don't have a color vision deficiency, you'll be able to pick out numbers and shapes from within the dot patterns. However, if you do have a color vision deficiency, either you'll find it difficult to see some patterns within the dots, or you won't see anything at all.
Treatments and drugs
There are currently no medical treatments available for most types of color vision difficulties, unless the color vision problem is related to the use of certain medicines or medical diseases that can be helped with other therapies.
If you have problems seeing shades of color, and there's an associated eye disease, treatment of the disease may help your color vision.
Wearing a colored filter over eyeglasses or a colored contact lens may enhance your perception of contrasts. But such lenses won't improve your ability to discern colors.
Recent research has shown that some rare retinal disorders associated with color deficiency can be corrected with gene replacement techniques. These treatments aren't currently available, except within strict research protocols, but it's possible that some of these treatments will become available in the future.
Lifestyle and home remedies
Although there are no medical treatments that can correct inherited color vision problems, most people find ways to work around their poor color vision. For example, you can:
- Memorize the order of colored objects. If it's important to know individual colors, such as with a traffic light, memorize the order of the colors.
- Label colored items that may need to match other items. Have someone with good color vision help you sort and label your clothing with the proper colors. Have them suggest which colors go well with others, and sort your clothes in your closet or dresser drawers so that colors that can be worn together are near each other.
- Barrett KE, et al. Vision. In: Barrett KE, et al. Ganong's Review of Medical Physiology. 23rd ed. New York, N.Y.: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2010. http://www.accessmedicine.com/content.aspx?aID=5240281. Accessed Dec. 15, 2010.
- Color vision deficiency. Genetics Home Reference. http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/color-vision-deficiency. Accessed Dec. 15, 2010.
- Color vision deficiency. American Optometric Association. http://www.aoa.org/x4702.xml?prt. Accessed Dec. 15, 2010.
- Gobba F. Color vision impairment in workers exposed to neurotoxic chemicals. NeuroToxicology. 2003;24:693.
- Robertson DM (expert opinion). Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Dec. 22, 2010.
- Komaromy AM, et al. Gene therapy rescues cone function in congenital achromaptopsia. Human Molecular Genetics. 2010;19:2581.


text:
potentialflip commented on the blog post Marston or Phelps? A Comparison of L.A. Noire and Red Dead Redemption 2 years, 7 months ago
L.A. Noire compared to Red Dead Redemption is comparing apples and oranges. When it comes down to it. Do you like to play detective and uncover crimes and investigations? It is that simple really. One thing I do miss that is a Rockstar staple were the mini games. You do definitely have to come into [...]
potentialflip became a registered member 2 years, 7 months ago


text:
ST. LOUIS,MO -- Eleven northeast Missouri nonprofits have received a total of more than $1.8 million in grants from Missouri Foundation for Health (MFH). Grant funding supports nonprofit organizations that work to improve the health of thousands of Missourians.
The local grants are part of a $7.6 million round of funding recently approved by MFH's Board of Directors. Click on an organization's highlighted name to be directed to its website.
Nine of the grants come through MFH's Basic Support program. Basic Support funds operational expenses for health-related nonprofits' existing salaries, benefits, equipment and supplies. Organizations marked with an asterisk (*) are first-time Basic Support grant recipients. Two-year grants were awarded to:
CHART Teen Task Force, Hannibal, $13,700. The northeast Missouri organization is using funding to continue providing prevention education about teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. Clark County Council on Aging Inc., Kahoka, $55,300. Funding helps the northeast Missouri council provide nutritious meals, wellness classes and health screenings for low-income seniors.
Hannibal Nutrition Center and Senior Services, Hannibal, $75,000. The northeast Missouri organization is using funding to provide meals, nutrition counseling and exercise programs for older adults.
LifeLine Pregnancy Help Center, Kirksville, $75,000. The northeast Missouri organization is using funds to provide testing, education, supplies and related services to low-income residents facing crisis pregnancies.
NEMO Senior Citizens Services Inc., Kirksville, $75,000. The northeast Missouri organization is using funding to provide meals, nutrition services and personal care assistance for low-income seniors and people with disabilities.
Pike Pioneer Nutrition Center, Louisiana, $75,000. Funding helps the northeast Missouri Missouri Foundation for Health Grants Assist Organizations with Health-Focused Programs Add One center offer meals and nutrition services for seniors and people with disabilities.
* Schuyler County Council on Aging, Lancaster, $75,000. With funding, the northern Missouri organization offers meals and nutrition services to low-income seniors and people with disabilities. Senior Citizens Community Center Inc., Paris, $75,000. The northeast Missouri center is using funds to provide meals, recreation, education and counseling programs for seniors and people with disabilities.
* YMCA of Hannibal, $75,000. Funding helps the northeast Missouri organization offer healthy living, nutrition and fitness programs.
MFH's Health Care Workforce Development funding program supports projects that increase the number of health care practitioners in underserved areas; encourage youth to consider health careers; and increase health professional schools' enrollment and graduation capacity. MFH awarded a one-year grant to: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences, Kirksville, $1,000,000. Funding helps support the development and launch phases of the university's new dental school.
One organization was approved for a second year of funding through the Social Innovation for Missouri (SIM) program, which pairs MFH funds with federal Social Innovation Fund grant dollars and local match funds. SIM helps nonprofits jointly address obesity and tobacco use, Missouri's leading causes of preventable illness and premature death, especially among low-income populations. Second-year SIM funding was awarded to: Knox County Community Center Inc., Edina, $211,813. The northeast Missouri organization is using funding to construct a community center, increase workplace wellness policies, increase access to healthy foods, and provide smoking prevention and cessation programs for residents of five counties.
Missouri Foundation for Health (MFH) is an independent philanthropic foundation dedicated to empowering Missourians to achieve equal access to quality health services. MFH provides grant funding and education, and fosters community partnerships to promote health improvement, especially for the uninsured and underserved. Since its founding in 2000, MFH has provided more than $450 million in grants and awards to organizations in 84 Missouri counties and the City of St. Louis.


text:
: This article is part of a special report, in which we hope to examine California's broken dreams and lost status as a model state, and to try to find solutions – answers from experts and you, our readers.
By FERMIN LEAL and SCOTT MARTINDALE / THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER
Nearly one in six retired public school educators in Orange County supplemented their pensions last year – some by more than $100,000 – by taking temporary jobs in California schools, according to data from the state's teacher retirement program.
Almost all of them continued receiving full retirement benefits through the California State Teachers' Retirement System thanks to exemptions in state law that permit schools and community colleges to fill specific teaching needs and tap administrative expertise in emergencies.
At a glance
Note: State figures as of June 30, 2010; O.C. figures as of Dec. 2010
The exemptions allowed Orange County school retirees to boost their post-retirement earnings by about $2.1 million, to $21.5 million last year, according to an Orange County Register analysis of 2010 CalSTRS data.
School officials and others defend the practice, saying retirees can provide invaluable experience at a moment's notice. They fill jobs that require a unique understanding of complex issues and return to classrooms to serve some of the neediest student populations.
Teachers, who receive no Social Security, also worked hard for decades to earn their pensions, they said.
Nearly 28,000 California retired educators, or 15 percent, returned to public school jobs in 2009, with 1.9 percent taking in more than the state earnings limit. In O.C., 2,326 retired educators, or 16 percent, returned to public school jobs in 2010, with 3.2 percent bringing in more than the earnings limit.
For 2010-11, the earnings cap is $31,020.
Critics accuse many of these "double-dippers" of taking advantage of an already overburdened system to earn hefty amounts of extra pay. CalSTRS says its $3.8 billion more a year for the next 30 years to fully fund pensions past 2042.
"My guess is that when lawmakers were creating these exemptions, they were thinking of the middle-income science teacher who retires and suddenly needs to go back to work for a bit because of an emergency shortage in teachers," said Marcia Fritz, president of the California Foundation for Fiscal Responsibility. "I can't believe that the purpose of these exemptions was so people could earn hundreds of thousands of dollars in extra pay at taxpayer expense. Retirement means retirement."
Biggest earners
In 2010, Orange County's 14,511 retired educators earned $705 million in pensions, with 487 topping $100,000. That number rises to 641 retirees when income from public school jobs is counted. (The retirement system doesn't track those who earn post-retirement incomes in private industry.)
Of the 21 retirees who didn't get exemptions, excess earnings canceled out just $38,051 in pension payments.


text:
Your contributions to NOA support its many efforts and activities. Please read this letter to learn how you can make a difference:
As Chair of the Finance Committee for the National Opera Association, I am once again soliciting funds for our 2013 Capital Campaign. The money we have been raising helps to finance many of the projects that the Board and the members of NOA deem necessary to keep the organization vital and flourishing. NOA continues its mission in the promotion of opera, opera performance, and opera pedagogy. This organization serves large and small colleges and universities, small companies, directors, students, composers, librettists, singers, and scholars, and has made a commitment to helping collaborative pianists, and designers.
We are fortunate to have the endowments that support our organization, and we encourage members to contribute to these endowments, but we also have many new projects that we have launched, such as the
- Opera Director Internship Program
- The Opera Scenes Competition
- Helping Opera Workshops
- Collaborative Artists Projects
As you know we have designed a tiered system of giving. Your membership in NOA doesn't supply the organization with enough money to fund the projects that NOA sponsors. The Board wants to keep the membership dues reasonable, and has decided that a yearly Capital Campaign can help the organization to fulfill its mission and allow these projects to be successful. I am writing you again this year in the hopes that you will make a contribution to the organization. Remember also that any contribution to the organization is tax deductible. We will be recognizing the individuals who give to the campaign in the NOA Notes and also in the upcoming convention brochure as we did this year, but we have decided to invite you to contribute in the name of someone who was a teacher or mentor that you would like to recognize with your gift. And we in turn will recognize them as well in NOA Notes and in the Conference Program.
There are many ways that we as individual members can pool our resources and keep NOA strong and thriving, especially in our current economic situation. Remember that every penny adds up, and if you have ideas for a specific project not mentioned here that you would like to see targeted for funding, please contact us. Attached you will see areas that you may be interested in funding. I can guarantee that you will find it rewarding, and we'd like to know of any new ideas that you might have.
Carol Ann Modesitt, Chair Finance Committees
Endowments of the National Opera Association
The Constance Eberhart Memorial Endowment provides scholarships for singers 18-24 in the NOA Vocal Competition
The Boris Goldovsky Endowment preserves the legacy of Boris Goldovsky and promotes excellence in operatic stage direction
The Clifford Edwin Bair Endowment provides prizes in the Artist Division of the NOA Vocal Competition
The Terry Cofield Endowment supports workshops in operatic stage direction
The National Opera Association Endowmentprovides general support for projects of the Association and include:- The Legacy Fund provides career development grants and prizes for The Legacy Project, which encourages ethnic and racial diversity in opera
- The Marjorie Gordon Fund provides prizes in the Artist Division of the NOA Vocal Competition
- The Leland Fox Fund provides awards for outstanding scholarship in opera
- The Ruth Martin Memorial Fund Established in memory of Ruth Martin, to support projects in opera translation
- The Emily Hammood Memorial Fund Established in memory of Emily Hammood, founding member of Opera for Youth
If you would like to contribute to one of the NOA Endowed Funds, you can do so online at the Member Service Area (external link). Go to Payments and Purchases and select "Annual Campaign" to choose your amount and what you would like your contribution to support.
If you prefer, you can send your check, designating the fund of your choice to:
Carol Ann Modesitt, NOA Treasurer
Music Department
Southern Utah University
351 West University Blvd.
Cedar City, UT 84720
Undesignated contributions will be applied where they are most needed.
Contributors to the 2013 Pledge Campaign
Director $1,000-$4,999 | Diva/Divo $500-$999 | Conductor $250-$499 |
Elizabeth Ann Vrenios |
Julia Aubrey |
Carol Notestine |
Répétiteur $100-$249 | Comprimario $25-$99 | |
Isabelle Cazeaux |
Raquel Cortina |
Contributors to the 2012 Pledge Campaign
Director $1,000-$4,999 | Diva/Divo $500-$999 | Conductor $250-$499 |
Elizabeth Ann Vrenios Robert Hansen |
Julia Aubrey |
William Bugg Milton Grainger David Holley Copeland Woodruff |
Répétiteur $100-$249 | Comprimario $25-$99 | |
Susan Boardman |
Raquel Cortina |
Contributors to the 2011 Pledge Campaign
Director $1,000-$4,999 | Diva/Divo $500-$999 | Conductor $250-$499 |
Elizabeth Ann Vrenios |
Julia Aubrey |
Adriana Hardy David Holley |
Répétiteur $100-$249 | Comprimario $5-$99 | |
William Bugg Isabella Cazeaux Robert Chauls Ruth Dobson Philip H. Hageman Lori Laitman Catherine Payn Kirk Severtson Jacque Trussel Clifton Ware |
Dewey Camp |
Contributors to the 2010 Pledge Campaign
Conductor $250-$499 | Répétiteur $100-$249 | Comprimario $25-$99 | Under $25 |
Julia Aubrey Philip Hageman Robert Hansen Barbara Hill-Moore Frederick Kennedy Catherine Payne George Shirley Penelopie Speedy Copeland Woodruff |
Wiliiam Bugg Isabella Cazeaux Robert Chauls Richard Crittenden Ruth Dobson Carleen Graham Milton Granger Adriana Hardy David Holley Lori Laitman Gordon Ostrowski Reginald Pittman Kathleen Roland-Silverstein Kirk Severtson Clifton Ware |
Linda Farquharson Carl Gerbrandt Marjorie Gordon Kirke Mechem Ronald Perera William Ray Davis Ronis Christine Seitz Loraine Sims Kurt-Alexander Zeller |
Osceola Davis Nancy Jantsch Jacque Trussel Juliette Singler-Wilson Point Loma |
Previous page: Contact Us
Next page: 2013 Pledge Letter


text:
Therefore, brothers and sisters, you must be patient as you wait for the coming of the Lord.
Courageous patience
7 Therefore, brothers and sisters, you must be patient as you wait for the coming of the Lord. Consider the farmer who waits patiently for the coming of rain in the fall and spring, looking forward to the precious fruit of the earth. 8 You also must wait patiently, strengthening your resolve, because the coming of the Lord is near. 9 Don't complain about each other, brothers and sisters, so that you won't be judged. Look! The judge is standing at the door!
10 Brothers and sisters, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord as an example of patient resolve and steadfastness.
Enhance your time reading and exploring God's Word. Experience a whole new level of visual comfort and biblical study with Thomas Nelson's "Giant Print Reference Bible." This Bible is filled with references and study aids to strengthen your Bible reading. Plus, it features giant print type making reading more enjoyable than ever. Ideal for individual study, teaching, and ministry work, this trusted edition of the Holy Bible will enhance your time exploring the beauty and meaning of God's Word.
Features include:
Part of the CLASSIC SERIES line of Thomas Nelson Bibles.
"Giant Print Center-Column Reference Bibles" sold to date: Over 2.2 million units
The New King James Version-More than 60 million copies sold in 30 years


text:
After enjoying a long period of stability for the past several months at the $1,650 to $1,700 an ounce level, gold dipped below $1,600 on Feb. 20, closing at $1,588.50 an ounce in the London markets. Gold had reached a low of $1,564.30 in London during the day's trading, and on Feb. 21 gold hovered around the $1,575 an ounce level.
The drop created a seven-month low for gold that represented the worst one-week drop since May 2012. It was also the first time that gold closed below $1,600 an ounce since Aug. 14, 2012, when it closed at $1,597.75 an ounce.
After the most recent dip, Citigroup lowered its ratings on several gold mining companies and wrote in a report, "The problem with gold is that it is a very 'long cycle' metal and if it IS in the process of peaking now, then history suggests that it could go into hibernation for a long, long time."
Under that logic, if gold has already peaked, then it may have further to fall. At this time in 2011 gold was at the $1,400 an ounce level, and back in February 2008 it hovered at the $1,000 an ounce level, reaching a five-year low of $712 an ounce in the fall of 2008.
An impetus for the recent sell-off was the release of the January 2013 meeting minutes of the Federal Reserve's policy committee. The report suggested that it may scale back its monetary stimulus. This reduced gold's appeal as an inflation-hedge.
The drop below the psychological barrier of $1,600 an ounce was also caused in part by economic data showing that the U.S. economy is slowly improving and a growing perception that the global economy has stabilized. This stability can lead people away from assets like gold and silver, and toward assets perceived as riskier.
Some people saw buying opportunities in the quick drop. APMEX's Bullion Center on eBay reported that it enjoyed its second best sales day on Feb. 20, stating in a press release that buyers concluded that "precious metals were on sale and at a discount relative to the expected future values."
Wild price swings have the greatest impact on coins that trade at levels close to bullion. This group includes both traditional bullion products and many collector coins with values closely tied to bullion.
A quick drop in the price of gold can have a big impact on dealers big and small who are working on a tight profit margin with bullion products. ■


text:
DomNZ Dominique
Follow DomNZ22-year-old Female living in NZ
Can not wait!!! I currently work as a personal banker for one of NZ's banks and i'm definitely a people person! I fly out from NZ on August 31st and will begin the trip in Paris. Due to work commitments 25 days in europe will have to do me this time around! I am really looking forward to having a great time and creating life long memories with some amazing people. Bring on some sunshine =)
Level 1 Traveler
1 tour
7 countries


text:
Dick Preston takes a look at the sidewalks, or lack thereof, in the capital city
After years of not requiring sidewalks, cities are playing catch-up – and Jefferson City is among them.
People walking on pavement or yards to reach their destinations are not an uncommon sight in the capital city. It didn't used to matter that much, but these days, citizens are more in tune to walking and riding bikes, so the city adopted a sidewalk requirement for new developments.
Some residents in older neighborhoods said they didn't want to pay for other people's new sidewalks while theirs were in bad shape.
The city sidewalk requirement has at times led to some complaints from developers and businesses, and a program of variances and deferrals was developed. It still brings occasional problems over who can be exempt .
On Elmerine Avenue and Vineyard Square, residents signed a petition to take advantage of a neighborhood improvement program where they shared 11 percent of the cost with the city. Now, they're meeting new neighbors.
Another street in the area, Moreland Avenue, will be getting new sidewalks next year.
City officials point to the progress, especially along Southwest Boulevard, a street that had bus stops but no sidewalks to get to them.
Little by little, new concrete is showing up in many capital city neighborhoods.
Bray said new sidewalks change the look of a neighborhood and make it more inviting. He said it's part of Jefferson City's need to attract more young residents.
Some thoroughfares in town have neither sidewalks nor adequate shoulders, and for traveling there, it could still be a walk on the wild side.


text:
Okie Money
Is Downtown Revitalization Dependent Upon Tax Credits?
Tulsa's downtown growth spurt was boosted by millions of dollars from a little piece of tax code with a very long name: the qualified rehabilitation structure expenditure tax credit, commonly referred to as the historic preservation tax credit.
The Mayo, an abandoned hotel purchased by the Snyder family in 2001 for $250,000, required nine years of renovations and $40 million to return the historic place to its former glory. After its grand opening in 2009, the freshly fashionable hotel was praised as a galvanizing example of what Tulsa's downtown could be.
Greasing the wheels of the Mayo Hotel project was about $7 million in state tax credits, according to the Oklahoma Historical Society figures. Another $4.9 million was also provided through voter-approved Vision 2025 money.
A Helping Hand
The Mayo Hotel isn't the only great old downtown building revamped with the help of tax dollars. The Mayo Building, the Philtower Lofts, Atlas Courtyard by Marriott, Tribune Lofts and Hotel Ambassador were all projects that may not have been possible without historic preservation tax credits, said Amanda DeCort, city of Tulsa historic preservation planner.
"The [historic preservation] tax credit makes these projects happen," DeCort said. "The finance industry is locked down, and it's hard to get a loan. People really need these tax credits."
At least seven downtown rehab projects currently in the works depend upon the credits, too, including the renovation and re-purposing of the Tulsa Paper Co. buildings, said DeCort.
The brick and concrete Tulsa Paper Co. buildings are owned by George Kaiser Family Foundation, which has been under fire recently by national media for possible organizational tax avoidance and the foundation's role in the Solyndra scandal.
A geothermal field was developed and drilled earlier this summer to help heat and cool the Tulsa Paper Co. buildings. Manhattan Construction, one of the nation's top-ranking green contractors, developed the field with other federal dollars, including a $2.5 million American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Energy Demand Reduction grant and a $200,000 Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality Brownfield Development grant, according to a May press release from the construction company.
Tulsa's downtown revitalization, pushed along by tax credits, "creates jobs, brings economic growth and can turn a whole downtown around," DeCort said.
City planners are working to place five downtown areas on the National Register of Historic Districts: Brady Commercial, Oil, Blue Dome, Civic Center and Greenwood. National recognition would pave the way for downtown properties to gain access to more federal tax dollars, and by extension, more state tax credits as well.
Federally, a 10 percent tax credit can be used toward qualified rehabilitation expenditures (or money spent on renovating historic buildings) on a structure built before 1936. But a building that's on or will be on (within three years) the National Register can get up to a 20 percent credit.
Oklahoma will then match the federal credit up to 20 percent, and together these credits offer a possible whopping 40 percent off expensive, labor-intensive renovations.
No Strings Attached
The difference between the federal and state historic preservation tax credits lies in transferability -- a word that's caused some controversy in recent meetings of the tax credit task force. Governor Mary Fallin commission the task force earlier this year to examine tax credits and economic incentives, and hopefully, to trim the fat around Oklahoma's budget waistline.
Federal credits are only transferable to a business or person who keeps an ownership interest in a tax-boosted rehab property. Plus, they must maintain that interest before the property is up and running.
Not so for Oklahoma's historic preservation credits, one of the few state credits that are freely transferable. So, once a person or business is approved for a certain amount of these tax credits, they are allowed to sell unused credits (for about 80 cents on the dollar) to someone else.
That someone else doesn't have to be involved in any historic preservation project at all; they can use the credits simply to reduce their own tax bill. No questions asked, no strings attached.
And many Oklahomans have a problem with that. A recent Sooner Poll found that on the whole, Okies are unfamiliar with tax credits yet 51 percent were supportive of some tax breaks. However, three out of four surveyed people said they didn't support any transferable tax credits, or said the recipients shouldn't be able to sell the credits.
Additionally, the historic preservation tax credits are transferable for up to five years after they're acquired and can be carried forward or cashed in for up to 10 years. This loose timeframe can make projecting an annual state budget difficult, since legislators don't know how many tax credits will be cashed in on any given year.
The idea behind transferability is to allow all of the credits to be used through added flexibility. Other freely transferable tax credits are offered for restoring old railroads, building energy efficient homes and the Eastern Oklahoma coal industry.
Constitutional Considerations
Last year, before he was named chairman of the tax credit task force, District 85 State Representative David Dank submitted pointed questions about the constitutionality of tax credits to the Oklahoma Supreme Court.
The Oklahoma City Republican sought answers from the court about tax credit transferability because, as he said, those "to which the credit is transferable may have the benefit of reducing a tax liability without any corresponding economic obligation."
The Oklahoma Supreme Court responded with an official opinion on Dec. 20, 2010. The court upheld the constitutionality of state income tax credits as a whole, though the transfer of historic preservation tax credits was deemed unconstitutional unless they fulfill three required elements.
All credits must "promote a public purpose" locally, offer more benefit than cost and have adequate controls and safeguards in place.
In the opinion, historic preservation tax credits were held up as an example of a credit that may be breaking the rules of transferability because of one additional sentence in its statute: "Only the transferor originally allowed the credit and not any subsequent transferee of the credit, shall be held liable to repay any amount of disallowed credit."
This wording essentially keeps preservation credit buyers off the hook for any lost dollars, even if they're the cause. The tax credits can be revoked if not used to fulfill those three crucial elements.
However, the December opinion cleared the way for state legislators to possibly withdraw tax dollars from buyers who don't use the credits appropriately, stating, "Despite Legislature making the transfers 'freely transferable,' the State would have recourse against the transferee to revoke all or part of the credit transferred because the credit was unconstitutional."
On the Chopping Block
Surrounded by complex legal issues and budget concerns, the historic preservation tax credit was suspended for two years starting July 1, 2010, and can be reinstated July 1, 2012.
No amended tax returns allowed. No current projects can file for that funding, even if construction depends upon it. Do not pass go. Do not collect $200.
Oklahoma Historical Society Executive Director Bob Blackburn warned that many statewide historic preservation developers could face bankruptcy if they don't receive promised tax credit funding.
In a 2010 article in the Oklahoman, Blackburn also cited a similar situation that occurred in Kansas, after the state chopped historic preservation tax credits from its budget. Lawsuits piled in from developers, and Kansas ended up reinstating the credits because court costs would be higher than the savings in tax credits.
During the opening tax credit task force meeting on July 15, 2011, the historic preservation credit was the first of Oklahoma's 55 income tax credits to be inspected and discussed. Dank said he was skeptical about providing public money for private commercial development.
Blackburn defended the tax credits once again. He mentioned the Mayo Hotel and Oklahoma City's Skirvin Hotel as good examples of projects that have created jobs and boosted the economy through historic preservation.
The rehab tax credit program "encourages private investment where it wouldn't occur otherwise," Blackburn said.
Dank said that about $9 million worth of historic preservation credits were transferred in 2009.
The task force called Blackburn back to revisit rehab tax credits during its Oct. 12 meeting. This time, Dank was armed with more information. "Just between the Skirvin and the Mayo, we're talking more than $23 million in tax credits," Dank said.
Dank also said that many other states had caps on their historic preservation tax credits, while Oklahoma does not. "Safeguards just don't seem to be in place," Dank said.
Tangible Benefits, Intangible Rewards
Despite concerns over safeguards and loopholes, a 2008 study prepared by Rutgers University Center in cooperation with an Oklahoma State University professor found big returns on historic preservation investment.
In Oklahoma, $357 million in direct tax dollar (and other) spending created more than 8,000 jobs statewide, the study reported. These jobs generated $460 million in output, $166 million in labor income, $243 million in gross state production and $25 million in Oklahoma state and local tax revenues.
"Studies show that building rehabilitation outperforms new construction in creating economic activity," according to a summary of nationwide studies on the topic by Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, a national non-profit organization.
Also in 2008, the 62nd Annual National Preservation Conference was held in Tulsa. After the conference, National Trust for Historic Preservation President Richard Moe wrote a long and thoughtful op-ed published in the Tulsa World. In the editorial, Moe praised Tulsa's original Route 66 structures, cluster of art deco buildings and historic neighborhoods.
But despite Oklahoma having "one of the best rehab tax credit programs in the nation," Moe was concerned that not enough had been done to preserve historic structures in Tulsa.
"The alarming number of surface parking lots in downtown Tulsa -- by some estimates, more than half of downtown's land area is devoted to surface parking -- means that for far too many of the city's historic buildings, it's too late," he wrote in Oct. 2008.
Moe also said neighborhoods like mid-century modern Lortondale neighborhood were experiencing tear-downs and demolition to make way for new houses too big and incongruous for their lots.
This year, the National Preservation Conference was held in Buffalo, N.Y.
As lawmakers agonize over the abuse of the rehab tax credit's wide-open transferability loophole, opportunities to preserve Oklahoma's history may be shrinking. Time, history, quality of life and cultural shared memories are intangible commodities not discussed at tax credit task force meetings, and cannot be measured in number of jobs created or dollars saved.
The task force's recommendations on whether to keep, cut or reduce statewide tax credits will be announced at the end of 2011.
Send all comments and feedback regarding City to email@example.com
URL for this story: http://www.urbantulsa.comhttp://www.urbantulsa.com/gyrobase/Content?oid=oid%3A44024


text:
(CNN) - Ninety-nine percent of consumer product companies are incredibly disconnected from the people that they serve. The process of trying to learn about what those people want only creates more distance.
We used to live in a world in which Big Companies made things, and people bought them, sometimes because they were the right things, sometimes because they were the only things. Before the Internet came along, this kind of worked. Before the Web, people's expectations of how, where and to whom they could express themselves were very low.
Those days are over. People have a forum for their voices and opinions in almost every aspect of their lives; they expect to be heard - now - and on their own terms. When the government, Hollywood or manufacturers give them something they can't use, they respond. And that's why, rather than waiting for something to respond to, people are trying to be the catalyst. They think they can do better. I think they are right.
I believe that the world is tired of being told, "What's New" instead of being asked, "What's Next?"
Ask people who want to express themselves and who are equipped to do so to solve a problem, and they will. That's the beauty of the age we are living in, and that's what makes an idea like Quirky, a website I founded to help entrepreneurs, work.
At Quirky, products are not born out of the boardroom. They are born in the bedroom. They come from everyday people who experience common problems and want to find a way to improve them. Every single product that comes out of the Quirky platform was designed and developed by thousands of people form around the world who have had input in every aspect of the product's design from the original seed of the idea all the way to the price that the market will bear. Yes, we are making invention accessible, but we are doing a lot more than that. We are providing a voice for creative people to share their opinions and ideas and work together to make products that the world wants and needs.
The Quirky community and our team of in-house experts are creating beautifully designed products that inspire a visceral reaction for - and by people - who are emotionally connected.


text:
Class objects support two kinds of operations: attribute references and instantiation.
Attribute references use the standard syntax used for all attribute references in Python: obj.name. Valid attribute names are all the names that were in the class's name space when the class object was created. So, if the class definition looked like this:
class MyClass: "A simple example class" i = 12345 def f(x): return 'hello world'
then MyClass.i and MyClass.f are valid attribute references, returning an integer and a function object, respectively. Class attributes can also be assigned to, so you can change the value of MyClass.i by assignment. __doc__ is also a valid attribute that's read-only, returning the docstring belonging to the class: "A simple example class").
Class instantiation uses function notation. Just pretend that the class object is a parameterless function that returns a new instance of the class. For example, (assuming the above class):
x = MyClass()
creates a new instance of the class and assigns this object to the local variable x.


text:
-Over 15+ Years In The Business
- Always Speak To A Real Person 9 - 5 EST. Mon - Fri
Air Marketing Group is not just another website selling products. We are an authorized manufacturer's representative whose employees have gone through extensive factory training on all of our product lines. Our sales team takes the time to answer any and all of your questions, as well as understanding exactly what your needs are. We take the time so that we can help you choose the correct unit to suit your needs. Our goal is to make your experience as a customer as hassle free as possible. Air Marketing Group strives to make sure you are well informed on the product you are purchasing as well as comfortable with the level of service you receive from us.
Thank You
The SAMSUNG SLIM DUCT MINI SPLIT EH035CAV offer flexible installation with it's slim, compact size and the option to place the air inlet either on the bottom or the rear of the unit. Its Smart Pressure Control system also provides cool air regardless of the surrounding environment.
Samsung's Ducted systems offer flexible installation with its slim, compact size and the option to place the air inlet either on the bottom or the rear of the unit. Its Smart Pressure Control system also provides cool air regardless of the surrounding environment.
Save, Save and Save with Samsung's Smart Inverter. When reducing energy costs with an air conditioner, and inverter is a must. Samsung's S-Inverter technology lowers energy consumption by up to 50% compared to a conventional air conditioner. Its powerful and delicate features allow you to reach the desired temperature so there's less fluctuation and less motor run-time, which translates to a quieter system and less wasted energy.
Comfortable Temperature
Samsung's air conditioner works at maximum capacity on start-up. As soon as the desired temperature is reached, it adjusts to cope with any changes. This means less temperature fluctuations and assures you greater comfort, which can be achieved in minutes.
Up to 50% Energy Savings
After reaching the set temperature, the Air Conditioner changes its operation mode to 'economic'. By avoiding inefficient and frequent switching on and off of the compressor, the Vivace saves up to 50% in energy consumption, compared to a non inverter air conditioner. The Air Conditioner is extremely efficient in saving energy and money.
Silence is Golden
Enjoy the silent operation of your air conditioner. The compressor works at a low speed to maintain the temperature resulting in a quieter motor and minimal fan noise assuring greater comfort and peace of mind.
Samsung's Ducted series air conditioners are equipped with Samsung's Smart Inverter technology which is a combination of cutting-edge technology with exceptional performance characteristics. Fast and powerful cooling and heating are achieved with minimum power consumption. As a result, your electric bills are greatly reduced compared to other conventional systems while the extraordinary comfort that you've come to expect from Samsung is maintained. Smart Inverter air conditioners from Samsung are the perfect choice for those who appreciate high performance and energy conservation.
High Head Drain Pump (Optional)
This drain pump lifts condensate up to 29 1/2 inches, allowing for flexible and simple installation.
Slim Design
At only 7 7/8 inches thick, this slim design makes installation, maintenance and repair simple and worry free.
Flexible Installation
The air inlet can be set up on either the bottom or the rear of the unit, allowing for more flexible installation options.
Smart Pressure Control
The Smart Pressure Control system adjusts fan speed according to external pressure so the air conditioner always gives you consistent cooling and heating, regardless of the surrounding environment.
These Ducted systems are more versatile than Cassette Mini Splits as they allow the location of the Indoor Unit to be selected to best suit the installation, and the location of the supply and return registers can bechosen to suit the room layout, providing an enhanced comfort level and preventing short cycling of the system.
Easy Maintenance
Both systems are built with easily accessible parts for easy maintenance.
Low Noise Levels
Units are designed to minimize noise levels for both indoor and outdoor units.
Air Marketing Group LLC is the ONLY Samsung Factory Authorized Internet Dealer in the USA To Include The Samsung Factory Warranty.
Samsung Factory Warranty will ONLY be valid if purchser returns completed Installer from within 30 days of Purchase.
Please click here for the form!
Factory Warranty: Compressor - 5 Years, Parts - 3 Years
Click here for federal tax credit information Check with your local Utility Company for possible additional rebates on this product. (EH035CAV)


text:
You're watching...
Will women in combat be good or bad for the U.S. military?
'Factor' debate on the merits of allowing women to serve in combat
Jan 24, 2013
Pete Hegseth And Col. Martha Mcsally
You're watching...
'Factor' debate on the merits of allowing women to serve in combat
Jan 24, 2013
Pete Hegseth And Col. Martha Mcsally
Also in this playlist...
Auto-advance: ON
Auto-advanceThis transcript is automatically generated
And in the impact segment tonight the Obama administration announcing that women in the military will now be able to go on combat operations to New York Times celebrating with a headline -- -- The -- -- at the front lawn.
And you may have noticed said he qualities of new buzzword for the progressive movement economic equality Merrill economy and now combat equality.
Joining us from Washington captain Pete -- as he served in Iraq and Afghanistan and from Tucson Arizona.
Martha -- the first woman to fly combat operations in the air force from which she retired as a full colonel.
So you support the decision colonel correct.
Yes they do them and why.
Well it's really long overdue I mean just in case anybody didn't get the memo women actually are ready years serving in combat operations.
They out patrolling.
Previously in Iraq -- now in Afghanistan.
They're engaging with the population is part of our counterinsurgency strategy.
They're killing the bad guys they're earning.
Wars for their valor they're getting wounded.
Other coming along -- body bags as well and making the ultimate sacrifice so women are hurting out there -- kind of this like New Year's annual policy.
Here's a deal -- 152 young women have been killed American women have been killed in Afghanistan and Iraq and slot.
And they basically are -- right now their jobs are logistical and we're driving vehicles.
Setting off.
Things like that but they're not.
-- involved in -- in the combat operations because of one very.
Strong argument against and that is physical.
Strength as you know basic training is different in the military for women men and women different tasks they have to accomplish.
I'm sure the captain is gonna point out that in some situations.
You need to strengthen the man and if there's a woman.
Which -- counting on she may not be able to do the task and you say colonel.
Well I would argue that you need the strength of somebody who's qualified and capable to do the -- -- -- you wouldn't argue it is not clear so anything in physics -- between men and women look.
Certain the bell curve of men is stronger than the bell curve of women.
But there's plenty of many can't do those jobs either and there's some women who -- our basic argument this is not about equality -- This is about having the most effective fighting force absolutely and that's what you need a moment -- large population lives are on the line okay.
Can usually they -- and all right you descent and -- wants.
I agree it is about the most effective fighting force let me start by by it honestly by giving traced it to -- -- -- someone who fought.
Valiantly who -- some of the first combat I mean that's an American hero in an example of the type of person this military produces so I have -- Mean nothing against her at all I think we play agree on 95% of stuff as a war hawk pilot -- -- and if you've been on the ground when I saw that thing coming down we.
We knew we were in a better place I have nothing but.
Incredible respect for her and her service I think.
Her looking down from the air from 810 and you look it up the kicking down -- -- in Baghdad from and if you can we're gonna have different perspectives on.
But that question of effectiveness that ultimately at the end of the day in and if you -- in the dirt sustained combat operations are different then reacting valor -- to -- Kevin let me let me ask some very aggressive contact I got what I got but I want to talk I wanna talk reality rather -- -- -- both the all right so you're there in Baghdad OK and you you got your guys in and you're going in one house what's wrong with your back -- Being a very well trained.
American soldier was a woman.
-- -- If it is in in many scenarios it wouldn't be wrong and in them -- it would be wrong give me one way you would you feel there -- possible.
What you said bill if they're not physically capable of doing that which a man would do if you've got to wounded soldier marine on -- battlefield who needs to be dragged off he needs to be meg back to need to be -- can I count on that.
Female soldiers do the same thing if we were to look at women in combat we would have to make sure the standards are not a road and -- -- president.
-- don't know that would have colonel let me ask you very specific question.
Would you object then to the same basic training standards.
In the physical area.
Because they already the -- in the -- area intestines.
Would you object to they offered -- -- In most of the services you did you go through the same basic training now with the standards are different you know the standards of the other way of passing me the attacks.
Okay there is that the physical fitness test -- the yeah yeah he takes to be older than the older man also don't have to do the same -- the younger -- so that is set aside.
What we're talking about here is a qualifications to do a specific job.
In if that includes physical strength and by the way plus aptitude intellect courage.
Leadership teamwork sometimes restraint and all the other things we need on the battlefield set the standard.
Allow men and women to compete equally towards that -- its annual energy giant to individual -- -- did a good movie should do the job all right.
If you gonna be in this this situation you've everybody's got to do the same test now.
Kept -- standard one of the arguments is that it's not fair to the women in the military in any branch of service because they don't get promoted fast enough.
Because they're not a combat situation they'll get paid as much -- to combat -- And I was in -- a valid points.
Not I think there are some valid points there are think there are a lot of things -- military needs to address to get real equality look at something like sexual assault.
Look at something the military still grappling with a cultural issue that we've got to do better -- to take care of the female service members and make sure they're honored and then we do need to find ways to promote.
Incapable all right and I don't get wells back into the combat TV or denying them combat they're not gonna well -- -- quick enough and then I don't think so much money.
As the -- said counterinsurgency.
Interact with the population lot of ways are pretty dynamic.
That women are doing it's just -- combat role of sustained offensive combat operations is something.
That I think males together in in the dirt are collectively qualified to do all right very good today thank you both we appreciate.
Your patriotism income and on a -- this evening.
Filter by section


text:
Grilled Peanut Butter & Apple Sandwiches
- 4 slices of bread
- 1/4 cup natural peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- coconut oil for grilling
Mix the PB, syrup and cinnamon together and spread 1 tablespoon on each slice of bread. Put half the apples in one sandwich and half in the other. Grill with a few teaspoons of coconut oil over medium heat.


text:
This forum is a free service providing spiritual assistance to those who are working to awaken consciousness. Questions are answered only by qualified instructors, who are volunteers with years of experience helping students around the world. To ask questions, log in or create a free account. Registration is required in order to prevent spam.
Find this free service valuable and want to see it grow? Consider donating. Thank you!
Glorian Publishing is a non-profit organization supported entirely by donations, which can be:
Donations Handled by Network for Good
Secure • Trusted • Guaranteed


text:
Wind- and water-resistant softshell will shed water and snow to keep you comfortable in a wide variety of conditions.
Mountain Hardwear Principia Softshell Jacket for men is the perfect wind resistant companion. Breathable softshell jacket with DWR (Durable Water Repellency) for when you get caught in the rain running errands. Motivity Soft Shell™ makes the Principia Softshell Jacket a wind resistant, breathable layer perfect for hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and more.
Please Note: All figures listed correspond to equivalent body measurements, not the dimensions of the garment.


text:
Hook Racks Collection 18" Wide Contemporary Multi Hook Rack
3 contemporary pilltop hooks and a beveled wood base will add a decorative statement to your mudroom or entryway while providing extra storage for hats and coats.
- 3 Hooks with Beveled Wood Coat and Hat Rack
- Available in 4 Finishes
Amerock is defining cabinet hardware fashion in homes everywhere. Amerock continues to introduce new designs, colors, and finishes, based on constant surveys of decorating trends and consumer preferences. Amerock brings you fresh, lasting looks which appeal to a variety of tastes.
Additional Amerock Links
- View Manufacturer Warranty
- Shop All Amerock Products
- Shop All Amerock Hook Racks Collection Products
Our SKU: Amerock H55656
This product is listed under the following manufacturer number(s):
- Amerock H55656HCBZ
Honey Pine / Caramel Bronze - Amerock H55656HGB
Honey Pine / Gilded Bronze - Amerock H55656MAS
Mahogany / Antique Silver - Amerock H55656WG10
White Rack / Satin Nickel
*Denotes a finish or option that has been discontinued
Product Specifications
Collection | Hook Racks |
Function | Coat and Hat Hook |
Material | Zinc |
Theme | Contemporary |


text:
Behind the Scenes in the Ozarks
Join Tony as he hunts, arm-wrestles, and of course eats his way through the Ozarks.
Filed under:Please forgive us, this gallery is really popular.
We sent a note to our support staff about the glitch you just experienced. Please click the button below to reload your content.
We Recommend
More Travel Inspirations
Food Network Local Eats
Search spots seen on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, The Best Thing I Ever Ate and more.
Cooking Channel's Food Finds
Check out exclusive videos that showcase the country's most unique eats.


text:
Peanut Butter Cake Bars Recipe
- 2/3 cup butter, softened
- 2/3 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 4 Eggland's Best Eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, peanut butter, sugar and brown sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in chocolate chips.
- Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Yield: 2 dozen.
Reviews for Peanut Butter Cake Bars(98)
Sort By :
I thought these were excellent. I saw several reviews that stated the bars were too dry/sweet, and lacked some strong PB flavor. So, I only put in 3/4c. brown sugar and 3/4c. granulated sugar, upped the PB to 1 cup, and added a quick splash of milk. I also melted the butter as opposed to softening it, because I've found melted butter makes for a softer finished product. I didn't have a 9x13 pan, so I used a sheet pan at 350 degrees for 19 minutes.
I think it's delicious. Super moist with a great peanut butter flavor.
**For people who are avid fans, though, I'd recommend adding up to 1-1/2 cups of peanut butter, because while I could taste it, I'd still call it "light."
They're awesome. They were gone before bedtime
I have made these more than once and every time I do they always come out perfect. They are moist and so delicious, you just can"t eat one. I will make them over and over. I sometimes use half peanut butter chips or even all peanut butter chips and they are great too.
I've already made these twice in 1 week, because once my grandma heard that I had made it at our house, she was eager for me to try it with her. I agree they taste almost like brownies, Delicious!!!! To add to the wonderful peanut butter flavor, I made them with Nestle naturally flavored Peanut Butter and Milk Chocolate Morsels with amazing results, they were gone too fast! One of the best recipes I've tried on Taste of Home. MMMMMMmmmmmm!
Made these bars for a 4th of July picnic. Great reviews!! Will make this recipe over and over.


text:
Coyotes at Stars
7:30 tonight, American Airlines Center, DallasTV: FSSW Plus Radio: KTCK/1310 AMRecords: Coyotes 2-4-1, 5 points; Stars 2-4-1, 5 pts.Notable: Dallas tries to snap its four-game winless streak in the opener of a home-and-home set against Phoenix. The teams also meet Saturday in Phoenix.... The Stars have converted only 16 percent of their power-play chances and were 0 of 5 in Tuesday's 4-1 loss at Detroit.... Former Stars goalie Mike Smith returns for the Coyotes tonight after missing the past four games with a lower-body injury. Smith gave up four goals to the Stars in a 4-3 loss at Dallas on Jan. 19 in the season opener for both teams.Have more to add? News tip? Tell us


text:
Naruto Cosplay
Sai Cosplay
Buy Sai Cosplay or any other Cosplay Costumes for sale from our Cosplay Store!Sorry!
No products matching your query have been found in our store at the moment.
Please bookmark this page and come back soon to see if we have what you want.
You may also like to select one of the alternative country flags at the top of the page to show similar items available to you from other eBay stores.
Subscribe to our RSS feed for related items to get them delivered straight to your email address or RSS reader by clicking the orange RSS icon to the left of this message.
What is RSS?
Naruto Shippuden Shinobi Collection "Spiral" Mini-Figure Candy Toy (1 ~2.5" figure in randomly selec $15.99 |
Naruto 12 Inch Plush: Sai $32.95 |
Naruto Sai Cosplay Costume See Listing for $... |
A Painful Decision $1.99 |
Home Decor Japanese Anime Naruto Cosplay Wall Scroll Poster Sai 17.7 X 49.2 Inches-P104452001 $24.49 |


text: The Gallery News Alexa Designs 16 February 2010 Lauren Milligan LAST NIGHT saw Alexa Chung make her New York Fashion Week debut, not on the front row but as a designer. VOGUE.COM's current Today I'm Wearing blogger, and Vogue's current cover girl, launched her collection for US label Madewell - and even Anna Wintour attended for a private viewing."[Madewell's] vision is kind of the same as mine," Chung told the Wall Street Journal. "They like laid back styles, they like kind of relaxed clothes — classic, timeless things. So when they asked to collaborate, it was a perfect fit."The collection for Madewell, J. Crew's sister brand, was inspired by the Sixties, Chung revealed. Socks with sandals were a key styling touch and - true to her British roots and own tomboy aesthetic - the designer confided that they were from the "school boy department at John Lewis".PICK YOUR FAVOURITE LOOK FROM ALEXA'S COLLECTION


text:
Since Cowher has said that he wont coach this year, this leaves a pretty impressive coaching class for next offseason. Cowher will be available. Holmgren will be available (he has already said he has had 2nd thoughts about the year off, but promised his family, so he will likely be interested in coming back next year). Mike Shanahan may also be available next year depending on what happens this year. Many feel that Dungy will leave the Colts this year and that Bill Parcells will be available after this offseason or next.
As much as many people hate Herm and want him out NOW. Maybe it wouldnt be too bad to keep him for a year and see what is available next year.
Personally I am torn on the Herm issue. I hate changing coaches too often. It is very difficult for the players and every coach wants to make his mark and get rid of decent people to get "his" type of players in the organization. But, the lack of improvement in the 2nd half of the season really was disappointing and points to less than stellar coaching.


text:
I totally agree with this statement. I am currently in the process of finding my true self. I feel I have grown out of all of my friends except maybe 1 or 2 because we are on the same path and help each other grow. I continually look for people who have the same goals and challenge me to continually grow into who I see myself becoming.
I't been true on occasion in my life.
It is true on some level. Because you will mostly attract those where you socialize in real life (not always online). But then again, you do attract who is interested in what you are when they may be the polar opposite. It's all about balancing each other out. One may be wild and the other down to earth, one may be a dreamer and the other a realist. But it also boils down to how much do you support the other's life goals. The relationship cannot be altruistic because in the end it may bring unhappiness because the altruistic one may feel unfulfilled for not having taken their own personal goals into consideration.
I always felt opposites attract.
Orlando your just fishing
not true
Very cut and dry statement and filled with problems, such as: we are multifaceted human beings presenting different self's to the world. We may be a parent in one role, a child in another, a boss in another. We may feel competent in one role, vulnerable in the next.
We are not one thing. We are made up of many energies. Who we meet has a lot to do with with where we are at the time. Where do we find ourselves?
Let's not select someone by default.
Mobile iPhone Android
Contact Us/Career | Service Agreement | Privacy Policy | Success Stories | Links | Dating Advice & Safety Tips | Become An Affiliate
MillionaireMatch does not conduct background checks on the members of this website.


text:
Recent Posts
Recent Comments
- Suresh on FluentMigrator getting started
- mushishi on 31 Days of Refactoring
- gunasekaran sambandhan on PTOM: The Decorator Pattern
- NK Sharma on Refactoring Day 3 : Pull Up Method
- Efim Zabarsky on 31 Days of Refactoring
Category Archives: community
I'm Speaking At CodeMash 2014: SOLID JavaScript For A Wobbly World (wide web)
I just found out that I've been accepted to the CodeMash conference in January, 2014! WOO! SOLID JavaScript For A Wobbly World (wide web) Robert ("Uncle Bob") Martin compiled a handful of principles in to a convenient acronym back in … Continue reading
Perception is Reality–The state of OSS in .NET
A response to Amir Rajan's post that .NET OSS is DOA. The history of OSS in .NET is a long and winding road. It involves many different champions in the community, many different teams in Microsoft, and a very interesting … Continue reading
NDC Videos online
A couple of weeks ago I had the privilege of presenting a few talks at the NDCOslo. It's a close contest for the most enjoyable, rewarding conference with it and CodeMash, but both have a different enough vibe that it's … Continue reading
Austin Code Camp 2013 registration open
The annual Austin Code Camp, scheduled for August 17th, is now open for registration. The Austin Code Camp is 100% free and run completely by volunteers, with support from the Austin .NET Users Group (ADNUG). The call for speakers is … Continue reading
Tips On Submitting A Conference Session
In the last 3 or so years, I've had every conference submission I've entered, rejected. Now that doesn't mean I haven't spoken at any conferences – I've been invited to a handful and have had a ton of fun at … Continue reading
Building Sample Apps in Ruby, NodeJS and PHP
In the last three years I've gone from full time .NET development to full time Ruby on Rails and then full time JavaScript. It's been an awesome ride, so far, but it's not done yet. I started digging in to … Continue reading
MarionetteJS Screencasts And Videos
There's been a lot of movement with MarionetteJS and screencasts in the last few months – enough that I decided to add a new "videos" section to the website this weekend. It's a short list right now, but I expect … Continue reading
Interview With Upfront Podcast: Backbone And Marionette
I was fortunate enough to be the first guest on the Upfront Podcast this week. It's a new podcast hosted by Jack Franklin and Ben Howdle, focused on all things front-end web development. You're going to want to add this … Continue reading
Dublin ALT.NET / Skills Matter / Kiev ALT.NET slides & code
The last few weeks I was in Europe giving a few NServiceBus trainings, and gave some local user group talks on Real World Polyglot Persistence. Two of the events were live streamed, and the SkillsMatter talk was recorded: Dublin ALT.NET … Continue reading
Dear Open Source Project Leader: Quit Being A Jerk
I do my best to support the people that use my open source projects. I don't always do things right, I don't always respond in a timely manner. Sometimes I just have to walk away from an issue or request … Continue reading


text:
Four of us booked Leens B&B for the Ring of the Kerry Cycle. Very impressed with this place, we had a great room, large bathroom, extremely clean and tidy. The owners are lovely people and the breakfast is tip top. Highly recommend for anybody staying in Killarney, two minute walk from the town.
- Also Known As:
- Leens Bed And Breakfast Killarney, Europe


text:
I have seen Peter Kunz Architektur's "Garagenatelier" for the fist time, when — I think it was Wallpaper* — featured it years ago in their magazine. But you know how it is — the interwebs re-digs excellent stuff up every five years. And this is what just happens to "Peter Kunz' Garagenatelier in Herdern". And that is a good thing, too.
Anyway — I would love to have such a beautiful garage in Hamburg!
Peter Kunz Achitektur via Empty Kingdom.
Original: Ralf Becker - Chromjuwelen


text:
In this file photo, former President George H.W. Bush, and his wife, former first lady Barbara Bush, arrive for the premiere of HBO's new documentary on his life near the family compound in Kennebunkport, Maine.
Former President George H.W. Bush is being treated in the intensive care unit at a Houston hospital after suffering "a series of setbacks," including a stubborn fever.


text:
Army Lodging Locations | Eligibility | Per Diem Rates | Army Lodging Manager Resources | | Lodging Success Hotel Locations |
Army lodging welcomes all official and unofficial travelers!
The U.S. Army has lodging facilities located on several installations and posts.
Statement in Lieu of Actual Receipts
On average, room rates are 25% below per diem.
"Official Travelers' First Choice" View Contracted Hotels at www.lodgingsuccess.com
Toll free reservations 1.866.DoD.LSP1 (1.866.363.5771)
Email Reservation Request to: email@example.com
Welcome to Fort Lee Army Lodge!
Fort Lee Army Lodge opened for business in January 2013. The Lodge is a new 1000 guest room facility with kitchenettes, in-room safes, and wireless Internet. Public spaces include a Guest Laundry, Study Rooms, and BusinessCenter. A third party foodservice & bar to be completed in 2013. To view the full photo presentation of the new Army Lodge...click here
Page Updated: 06/18/2013
MWR Home | MWR Employee Portal | Jobs | FOIA | No Fear Act | Signup for Army MWR Information | Army OneSource | IMCOM | AAFES Shopping | DECA


text:
The KPMG International Annual Review demonstrates our achievements and reflects the insights and expertise KPMG professionals bring to client relationships and our broader communities
The Honorable Finance Minister, Mr. Chidambaram will be announcing the Union Budget 2013 for India on 28 February 2013.As he sets up to present the full budget, KPMG in India will present its insightful and an in-depth analysis of the budget.
The adjoining report highlights the roadmap for the sector in Bengal and the vision and challenges of the Urban Infrastructure Development.
ENRich 2013 - KPMG's Annual Energy Conclave will be held on Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Hotel Taj Mahal, New Delhi.
The KPMG India Fraud Survey Report 2012 focuses on futuristic fraud and appropriate mitigation strategies. It also contains sector specific findings along with a KPMG in India's perspective on fraud in some key sectors.
The world is becoming more complex and interconnected exposing companies to numerous risks and increased velocity of risks. This coupled with the recent financial crisis and the resultant risk aversion is making companies ever more cautious.
The KPMG International Case Competition (KICC) is a great way to connect with us early in your pursuit of a successful career. KICC is an exclusive opportunity for you to be amongst the top four students in the country and exhibit your skills globally.
KPMG in India is looking to recruit energetic, dynamic and talented individuals across India. Our current vacancies are listed on our online recruitment portal.
The complex nature of the telecommunications industry and rapid pace of technological change necessitates the need for training to meet the industry demands. KPMG in India provides an interactive, customized telecom training solution titled KITE
KPMG in India is pleased to announce a 2-day GRI certified training course that will help participants to understand the sustainability context and coordinate the reporting processes.
The telecommunications sector has emerged as a strong focus sector for KPMG in India. The sector has witnessed phenomenal growth over the last few years, attracting a number of new players across the telecom ecosystem, including mobile operations, value added services, passive infrastructure and equipment manufacturing.
KPMG India is a leading service provider to the communications market. We have extensive experience working with clients across the telecom value chain, including operators, carriers, VAS providers and equipment manufacturers. Our telecom practice consists of over 200 dedicated specialists with vast sector expertise, helping the firm emerge as one of the 10 Telecom Centers of Excellence for KPMG globally. We have worked across 50 countries in last 6 years on various telecom projects and we understand challenges our clients face. We bring together a diversified skill set and suite of service offerings to meet contemporary needs of the telecom sector.
Romal Shetty Head of Telecom+91 80 30654100
With an increasingly complex and challenging industry environment it has become imperative to carefully navigate issues such as risk, costs, market assessments, domestic legislations etc. Our high performing people, expertise, global reach and insight to cut through complexity, delivers informed perspectives and clear solutions that our communication clients require.
Having the advantage of a strong global network of communications team across the KPMG fraternity, KPMG India harbours the vision of consolidating our global communication skills, experience and specialisation to better service the telecom market. Our people, capabilities and service lines are empowered to deliver services to our communication clients.
Some of our key service offerings for the sector include: