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In my 6th Blog Anniversary post, I spoke about how my schedule has made it so that for the next few months my posts will probably be singificantly less refined in terms of content and complexity, and likely sporadic. Currently I need to concentrate myself primarily towards another task, and so I basically can't afford to expend my concentration and mental energy too extensively on Ogiue Maniax. Thus, I've decided to switch to a method of posting in which the act of blogging is more stress relief and patchworks of thought. You may have noticed it already.
The funny thing is, while often times this can be attributed to some kind of burnout (be it for their blog or for anime/manga in general), this is not the case for me, and in fact I've felt the opposite in the past. The issue is that this desire for more is something I must mitigate. I have to basically force myself to not blog, because if I spend too much time with anime and manga, it encourages too much thinking, too much analysis, and too much desire to just keep finding more. If I blog based on that, it draws me towards putting in some serious effort into what I'm writing in a desire to present really well-structured posts, which is again something I need to make sure I don't do.
It's a really odd situation to be in, but I hope people understand. I'm not trying to rekindle a dying flame, I'm trying to contain an inferno.
This year's blog anniversary actually snuck up on me by surprise. Every year before this I had the sense to notice that November was coming up and November means time to celebrate, but this time around was different.
For a long time I've been considering changing the banner up top, but I keep hesitating on it. I made it on the fly when I first started, and it was outdated from Day 1, but something about it has me feeling that it maintains the blog's identity. Simple, to the point, Ogiue. Will it finally change this year? Who knows, but I do have an idea or two.
On the anime front, I never thought we'd get to see another Genshiken anime. This blog actually began in the middle of the Genshiken 2 run back in 2007 (not to be confused with Genshiken Second Season which aired this year), so in some ways it's come full circle. I think the fact that it sort of coincided with the lifespan of Ogiue Maniax so far makes me realize just how much time has passed and indeed how much otaku culture has changed in its own ways.
Moving forward, though I do always want to keep blogging I get the feeling that the next year may bring some changes to the blog. Perhaps it'll be just a once-a-week post schedule, maybe it'll be fewer prepared essay-style posts and more near-stream of consciousness posts (like this one!), or maybe it'll just be more sporadic posting. I can't predict the future unfortunately. As someone who has tried his hardest to maintain the blog as both a place where I could relax and challenge myself at the same time, keeping at it week after week has been important to me, and if I can help it I'll continue to do so.
I still have plenty of things to say, and to ask.
The "Golden Ani-Versary of Anime" is a collaborative effort among bloggers, fans, and experts of anime to celebrate the 30th anniversary of anime on television. Coordinated by one Geoff Tebbetts, the plan is to have one article per year from 1963 and the debut of Tetsuwan Atom all the way up to 2012. I've included below an excerpt from my entry on the year 1977.
The year 1977 is something of a contradictory time in anime. Although the industry at this point was at the beginning of an animation boom and had been firmly established for over a decade, it can be difficult to pinpoint the exact level of experimentation vs. continuation of formulaic trends, simply because in many cases the individual works of 1977 featured both.
The '70s were the golden age of giant robot anime, and with six super robot-themed anime debuting (as well as five holdovers from the previous year) 1977 was no exception to that trend. Somewhat unfortunately for the robot anime of that year, the legendary arrival of Mobile Suit Gundam in 1979 tends to overshadow them as a whole, but while nothing in 1977 broke the mold as Gundam would, there were a few series which pushed that mold to its very limits. These shows managed to convey new and interesting ideas while working well within established convention, an impressive feat in its own right.
Today marks the 5-Year Anniversary of Ogiue Maniax. That's quite a big milestone I think, especially when I consider that it's probably the longest I've ever actively stuck to something, but because I actually reflect on where I've been as a blogger and where I might go every year, I find myself not knowing really what to say that I haven't said before. So, I've decided that maybe rather than just reminiscing on being a blogger, I would kind of talk about my pre-history of blogging, pretty much how I came to be active in communicating on the internet with fans and such, and how I strongly believe those experiences shaped much of how I write and approach anime. I've talked about some of these things in part before, so those who've been reading a while may see some familiar things, but I hope you'll be entertained anyway.
My very first experience with online fando came shortly after purchasing my video game ever: NiGHTS into dreams…. I remember saying to myself at the time, "I must be the only NiGHTS fan out there!" based on how none of my friends even mentioned it, so I was pleasantly shocked to find out that there were communities dedicated to the game, even sites where people wrote fanfiction based on the universe. And so I hung on those early messageboards, things that didn't even have the luxury of sub-boards and convenient categorizations, and it's where I first learned about what it means to communicate online. I made a lot of friends then, both older and younger than me, and while I don't really talk to them anymore I do cherish those times. Amidst the webrings and such I learned how big the world is. I was actually amazed that I could communicate with people from the UK!
My next big steps in terms of internet community went hand in hand: anime and Pokemon. With anime, I of course visited the Anime Web Turnpike and tried to read through every single site with the naive notion that if I did I could learn about every anime in existence. I mean, how many could there be? Though that was a fool's errand, my pursuit of knowledge of anime is still of a similar sort, which I think shows in my writing. With Pokemon too, I can draw a clear line to where I am today as a blogger, firstly because discussions of the anime back when it first came out were filled with everyone's wild hopes and speculations and theories, but secondly because a lot of my Pokemon community experience was on the competitive side.
There were the war stories," entertaining recaps of Pokemon battles you'd had both online and off, where you had to take a rather dry text log consisting of "Pokemon used Attack! It's Super Effective!" and spice it up into something more engaging. And then there were the strategy discussions, where we rated each others' teams and discussed the pros and cons of various strategies. By engaging in those discussions, I think I laid some of the early groundwork for some of my more argument-oriented posts today. Obviously I was less experienced then in terms of conveying my ideas, but I remember wanting to present my ideas not only intelligently but also in an entertaining and accessible manner.
The amount of forums I interacted on grew and shrunk depending on various circumstances, but that idea of writing for fellow forum readers stuck with me throughout. It's the reason I cannot truly accept the idea that the internet fosters idiocy in its communities: I know in my heart that my writing style was forged on internet forums, and I strongly believe that I benefited immensely from these interactions, and not only because it influenced the way I write.
So that's "Early, Early Pre-Ogiue Maniax." What you see from me in all of my posts on Ogiue Maniax comes from years of getting into spirited but (hopefully) good-natured arguments with people on a variety of nerdish topics. In fact, the reason why I ended up wanting a blog (and started participating less on other sites) was that I would frequently write forum responses which I felt argued really good points about a certain topic, but it would forever be confined to just that small community. I wanted to write about ideas and thoughts I had on my own terms.
Actually, in writing this mainly internet-oriented summary, I realize that I'm leaving out all of the real life development I had at the time as well. Around the same time, I discovered friends in school who had as much if not more interest in games and anime as I did, and I think the combination of both friends who understood me well (and are still friends with me today) as well as enriching internet communication actually worked together to help instill in me some confidence as to who I am and what I love. Still, it wouldn't be until many years later that I would truly have faith in my abilities, and though they weren't around all the way back then, I still feel a need to thank those who support me today.
If you're coming from the Aniblog Tourney, welcome. I'll make this short and sweet.
This blog's been running for a while now and has what could be considered a rather daunting archive, so I've picked out some of my better posts. I encourage you to take a look. Don't forget to check out the blog that's going up against me as well, and remember that voting is open to both new and long-time readers of Ogiue Maniax.
Round 5 Opponent: Metanorn (June 25th)
Round 4 Opponent: Sekijitsu (June 20th)
Round 3 Opponents: Atarashii Prelude, Bokutachi no Blog, Loli Salad (June 6th)
Round 2 Opponent: Shonen Beam (May 4th)
Round 1 Opponent: BYE
Long Posts
Explaining Decompression in Comics
The Divide of Time, Space, and Imagination: A Look At the Concept of Nostalgic Merchandise
Seeing the Darkness of Madoka Magica
Short Posts
Understanding the "Emotionless" Anime Girl
More Powerful than Aizen and Freeza Put Together
Dumb Posts
What is Kuronuma Sawako's Favorite American Football Team?
You're Magical: Ojamajo Doremi
Moe Anime Girl Gets Pregnant, Has Baby – Jigopuri Volume 1
Brilliance of Life, Billions of Stars: Rintaro's Galaxy Express 999
Battle, Fever: Genshiken II, Chapter 64 (SPOILER WARNING)
A while ago, I was linked by a blog which laments the state of anime fandom as a kind of "frivolous space" in which those without confidence try to shelter themselves, those with confidence try to assert a paper-thin authority in the form of blogging, and that in general geekdom is tending away from originality and towards imitation. Going into detail, it links to one of my old posts, in which I talk about a time when I was having difficulty engaging in a conversation because the people I was speaking to seemed to be without interests, and states that I am an example of the problem with geeks, who define people by their interest first and their actual selves second. Seeing as I am being pointed out as an example of what's wrong with "nerds," I feel I should respond to this "manifesto" and to take it as sincere (even if it might not be entirely so), not simply to act as a counter-argument but to clarify some of my own views on the ideas proposed by the post in question.
First, I'd like to address the accusation directed at me in particular, where the blogger points out that people should not be defined by their interests and that geeks should not think that having a hobby is priority one. For one thing, I agree. I think that it is a trap a lot of nerds fall into, thinking that their friendships and relationships should be predicated on common hobbies and tastes. However, that does not mean that it is an illegitimate way to begin to know someone, and the original point of my post was not to say that people who did not come prepared to talk about their interests were somehow lesser as individuals. Rather, as Starcraft commentator Day[9] once said, I like hearing people talk about things they're passionate about.
It's not about a specific hobby or activity or some kind of material substance, but that I find the best conversations to be ones where people are expressing something they love so much that you can see it in their faces. The "interests" in that sense are just a conduit to seeing the manifestation of joy and drive and desire, and it is how I personally connect with people best. While in hindsight I am aware that I could've approached that original conversation better in the first place, if wanting to hear people be passionate about something is a problem, then I am glad to be problematic. Perhaps I need to improve my own conversational abilities further, but I never claimed to be perfect.
Second, I'd like to respond to the title, "Real Life Isn't Graded On a Curve." And once again, I agree. Real life isn't graded on a curve. That's because real life isn't graded at all unless you want it to be. Barring extreme situations like poverty leading to malnutrition, there is no rubric that the whole of mankind can reference for an exchange rate between money, health, passion, friends, family, whatever. But if you want to rank your life to see if you've hit a passing mark, then that "world" opens up to you, for better or worse. That's not to say that people shouldn't try to improve their lives or that they should be content to just coast along in life, but accomplishments are self-defined.
So when the post accuses artists on Deviantart of using art as an excuse for social interaction rather than a desire to perfect their craft, I have to simply ask, what is wrong with that? Yes, Deviantart has a sizable population of people who draw but may not have the training, talent, or desire to learn that will allow them to improve upon their mistakes and grow increasingly adept at making art. However, art, whether you believe in divisions of high and low and whether or not you believe it should have some higher purpose, is not so narrow and simple as to not have room for both those looking to perfect their craft and those who are using it as a conduit for social interaction and many other types of people as well. For some, it is an ends, for others, a means to an end, and it is short-sighted to believe that the only type of artist that should exist is one who seeks only perfection, or seeks only originality.
This applies more broadly to fandom (and people) in general. Occasionally I find myself wishing that anime and manga fans would engage their hobby more actively, with a greater desire to learn and to grow, and in that I can find some common ground with a person who wishes to see only the best of fandom and the best in fandom. However, I think it is a big mistake to disregard the ability for an online space to make people feel comfortable as some kind of "hugbox." Competition is fantastic, but it is not the end-all be-all, and there is no absolute need to inject competition into a space where people do not need to be graded for performance.
Today marks the 4-year anniversary of Ogiue Maniax, and I thought I'd use this opportunity to reflect on a topic that's been on the back of my mind for a while.
As those of you who keep up with this blog probably know, I began an academic career focusing on manga last year, and part of the reason I was able to do so is that I've honed my ability to talk about anime and manga through my blogging. Now though, the question I have for myself is, has my time in academia affected my blog posts in a way that shows an academic influence?
Seeing as I've never tried to write a full-on scholarly essay on Ogiue Maniax with footnotes and elaborations on methodology and the like, I don't think I've changed my fundamental posting style in that regard, but I have to wonder if there are any more subtle changes that have to do directly with academia. The fact that I post much less than I used to and make longer posts in general is probably more attributable to my desire to avoid mental fatigue, but I don't think it really bleeds into the writing itself. I can't really think of anything major. At the same time, I've found myself less willing to make posts with incomplete thoughts like I used to, which may be a sign.
From my own admittedly biased self-examination (as if there is any other kind), I wonder if I don't let my academic influences enter into my blogging enough. Sometimes I argue things primarily out of passion, and I find myself making assumptions every so often that would probably get hit with a flurry of criticisms in a more rigid setting, which makes me ask if I shouldn't be reining it in a little bit, researching more vigorously for my blog posts. That's not to say that every post should be that way (the Fujoshi Files for instance wouldn't work in that regard), but maybe I should be holding myself to a higher standard.
So I want to ask my readers who've been with me for a while, do you find my writing has changed in a manner which reveals my increased academic leanings? If so, do you think it's something to watch out for, or perhaps something worth encouraging? Is there something about the blog that you like more now, or perhaps something you miss and would like to see more of?
In any case, thank you for these four years. It's been great walking with you.
About a month ago, I opened up a contest here at Ogiue Maniax to give away my favorite anime ever, Galaxy Express 999 (and also to give away Adieu Galaxy Express 999). In order to enter, you simply had to leave a comment talking about your favorite example of an anime or manga character growing up. I received many good entries, and it was actually difficult deciding who would ultimately win, but in the end I managed to narrow it down to one.
Congratulations, arianime.
I'll let the winner speak for herself.
From a recent anime I watched, I'd have to say that Jomy from "Terra E…" is a perfect candidate for this question. When we first meet him in the series, he is, like many sci-fi protagonists, a sheltered child in a dystopian world (only he doesn't know it). Over the course of a 26 episode story (and an amazingly short 3 volume manga!), he develops from this child to a leader responsible for the fate of an entire race of people. Most intriguingly, this growth comes with all the troubling moral ambiguity of adulthood.
As an adolescent, Jomy struggles with his unasked-for-power and its implied responsibilities to lead a lost tribe, whether he–or they–likes it or not. After all, Uncle Ben says it best: "With great power comes great responsibility." Typical (but wonderful) sci-fi/hero movie fodder.
Once he overcomes his frustration at his apparent loss of freedom and decides to accept his duty to lead, Jomy has to learn how to actually do so. Along the way, he finds that his decisions–or rather, indecisions–have life-and-death consequences that he cannot foresee. While he naturally places great weight on emotion and sentiment, he soon realizes that sometimes, these life-affirming things also have immense costs.
His growth as a skillful leader, however, is not without repercussions. In fact, it takes him to deeply questionable places. At one point, he makes the grim decision to kill an entire squadron of surrendered POWs. Although it is clearly a difficult decision for him to make, we never see him waver from this decision or express regret. He internalizes the responsibility for this decision and forges on forward. To him, his charge to take his people to a promised land–a charge that has, in essence, been made for him by the sacrifice of others–has grown to something heftier than his own moral salvation.
The story presents this aspect of his development without necessarily validating it. If anything, it raises the question of whether he has gone too far–whether the responsibility he feels towards those who have gone before him has taken him to a place from whence he cannot return. Without spoiling too much, at one point the audience is made to ask, "were all these struggles and decisions made on a false premise and for an false promise?" The terrifying retort, of course, is "What if they are? Can you still justify them?"
Isn't that a question that every adult needs to answer for his or her most difficult decisions?
This response had a lot to it, but I was mainly struck by the description of Jomy as a figure who had to make sacrifices in the name of his own people, but that he never regrets his decisions or actions, because he cannot afford to do so. That said, I don't think this is the only way for a child to "grow up," but in this instance I thought it rung well.
arianime, I'll be e-mailing you soon with the specifics of delivery and such. I hope you find the Galaxy Express 999 to be a journey, a never-ending journey.
A journey to the stars!
What a cocky saucy monkey this one is. All the gods were-
Scratch that last part.
When I first began the Fujoshi Files, my intent was to put the spotlight on what I saw as a rising trend at the time: the appearance of the yaoi-loving female fan as a character archetype, particularly in the manga and anime targeted towards that otaku market, as well as the presence of "fujoshi-like" traits in characters who might not qualify otherwise. From what I knew, there were enough to get a decent-sized list, and as it was a burgeoning character trait, I figured if I did one every couple of months or so that I'd be able to keep up fairly easily.
That was not the case, and now I currently find myself with a backlog bigger than the amount of Fujoshi Files currently available on the site. Aware that I had been neglecting it somewhat over the past year or so, I've decided to start posting them more frequently. Most likely, you'll be seeing them every other Sunday, but this is subject to change, particularly if I feel like I don't have anything ready by then.
One problem that has faced the Fujoshi Files since very early on has been access to the works themselves, because I try to write a profile after reading as much as is available at the time. This can result in entries that are outdated, but it also makes it so that I don't always feel I can write an accurate description of the characters themselves. Sometimes, a character's name will be mentioned in passing in a single panel and then never again, and then when I look online and see that there are no records of a character by that name, I have to ask myself if I just imagined it. Still, the way I'm planning on posting these, I believe I will do a pretty good job of reading the source material while still posting entries regularly.
Another issue has been the sheer amount of characters that could potentially qualify. While it seems like the small "boom" of fujoshi main character may have died down recently, there are still plenty of minor fujoshi characters appearing in series, and it's even gotten to the point where someone will make mention of a fujoshi, or there will be nameless fujoshi in the background and I can't decided whether or not I should count such things. For example, in Baka and Test: Summon the Beasts, Himeji mentions in one episode that she has a friend who is a fujoshi. What would I even do about an image? If I counted such a "character," would I be taking it too far? I get the feeling the answer is "yes," but I'd like for the Files to be comprehensive.
And that's not even mentioning Genshiken II, which has a whole new batch of characters who need profiling, or the spinoffs and alternate universes that have spawned out of Tonari no 801-chan. Those will come in due time.
What do you think? If you've been enjoying my little side project over these past few years, then how comprehensive should I make it? Should I include even background characters? Would you prefer I post somewhat incomplete entries and then fill them back in later?
Today marks the end of my brief return to daily blogging. Starting tomorrow, I'll be going back to posting (at least) twice a week. It was fun, really.
I feel like I should use this time to reflect on what it's been like to go back and forth between posting rates.
At some point this past year I realized how valuable each post could be when writing only twice a week. A post that could have been timely quickly becomes anything but just after a few posts. I'm not running a news site here which depends on how quickly I can get information out here or anything like that, but on more than one occasion I've felt my posts have less impact simply because I fired them too late. Not only that, but more frivolous entries were technically taking up the "space" of possibly better ones. The Fujoshi Files posts, for instance, sometimes felt like they were not worth being one of the two main posts during a week. This is why in some instances I had it be a "third post."
Then again, I am well aware that this is a self-imposed limitation and that if I really wanted to I could still try to post daily. It's just a preemptive measure I've set into place for when my workload gets heavier.
So over the past six weeks I've made 42 posts, including this one. I have to say, daily posting doesn't feel as easy as it used to be, but I think it's because 1) I haven't done it in a while, 2) this being my vacation time meant I had to also juggle a lot of other activities, and 3) months of operating under a reduced schedule has changed my writing somewhat. With two posts a week, I could sit on a topic for much longer and massage the words out. I don't have any conclusive evidence, but I think my posts had gotten longer and more elaborate as a result. Trying to combine that mindset with seven posts a week has been something of a challenge.
Another thing I've thought about is that idea of writing every day to get better and how this differs from writing enough for multiple days in advance. Writing one hour a day every day is probably better than writing 7 hours in one day for the entire week. Still, we're all busy people and sometimes that's just necessary. I myself had to build up a reserve because I was spending weekends in situations where I wouldn't be able to post. All in all, it sometimes felt like too much and yet also not enough.
Maybe I just needed more hours in a single day. Wouldn't have it any other way though.


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We recently discussed how to use the public remarks section in your for sale listings, but what about when you have a Connecticut rental? With pressures on you from the landlord to include certain comments in the remarks section, what is truly acceptable?
"Back ground check required".
Often time's landlords will ask agents to place comments in the remarks of MLS rental listings.
Remember that remarks should be used to describe the property only, what you cannot see from the pictures. Remarks should not be used to describe tenants nor should it be used to weed out potential tenants. The landlord can ask for information from the potential tenant as part of the application process at which point it is on the landlord's head if that information is gathered or used for an improper purpose. Agents are placing listing in the MLS to share only.
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Man held on $350,000 for Christmas Eve crash that killed daughter
BY MITCH ARMENTROUT AND ASHLEE REZIN Staff Reporters December 26, 2013 11:16AM
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Updated: January 28, 2014 6:19AM
Authorities said alcohol played a role in a South Side crash on Christmas Eve that killed an 8-year-old girl and sent her father, who was driving the car, to the hospital.
Jeff Smith's blood alcohol level was .137 when he crashed his car into a tree, killing his daughter, Lauren Smith, Cook County prosecutors said at his bond hearing Friday.
Smith, who remained in Stroger Hospital, wasn't in bond court. He was ordered held in lieu of $350,000 bail.
"He loves his daughter very much, I don't see him putting her in harm's way," Lauren's grandmother Lorie Hall said Thursday of 26-year-old Smith.
Rescue crews found Lauren pinned in a Chevy Impala after it smashed into a tree late Tuesday night in the 1000 block of West Garfield Boulevard, Fire Media Affairs Director Larry Langford said. The roof of the car was crushed below seat level, Langford said.
It took more than 40 minutes to extricate the driver from the vehicle, authorities said.
The little girl, who lived in the 5600 block of South Wolcott Avenue, was taken to University of Chicago Comer Children's Hospital, where she was pronounced dead at 12:42 a.m. Wednesday, according to the Cook County medical examiner's office.
An autopsy conducted Wednesday found Lauren died of multiple injuries she suffered in the crash and her death was ruled an accident.
Police said Smith was also speeding when he hit the tree.
Hall said she and her daughter — Lauren's mother — were "still in disbelief" over the deadly crash.
Hall said Smith and Lauren were on their way to her house to celebrate Christmas before the wreck.
"They never showed up," Hall, 51, said. "I had fallen asleep, but I was still dressed and waiting for him to bring her here. We were going to make gingerbread houses."
Hall said she woke up to a phone call from her 27-year-old daughter, Loressa, who told her about the tragedy. The two then rushed to the hospital. Lauren was Loressa Hall's only child.
Lorie Hall said her daughter went to the hospital Thursday morning to visit Smith.
"I don't know what Loressa is going through because all of my babies are still alive," Hall said. "I can only imagine what it would be like to have one of your babies taken from you suddenly. She'll be in mourning for quite a long time."
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Inheritance and polymorphism are both concepts and techniques in object-oriented programming. Inheritance and polymorphism are two of the features commonly used as programming techniques along with other features such as data abstraction, encapsulation, messaging, and modularity.
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Cashion's Eat Place
- Address:
1819 Columbia Road NW
Washington, DC 20009Neighborhood:
Adams Morgan
- Cuisine:
Contemporary AmericanPrice: $31 to $50
Cashion's Eat Place
- Dining Style: Casual Elegant
- Website: http://www.cashionseatplace.com/
- Phone: (202) 797-1819
- Hours of Operation:
Valentine's Day Menu:
Three (3) Course Tasting Menu, with options in each course. $75/person (tax and grat. not included). Optional wine pairings $25/person. Reservations Required.
For ALL reservations of 6 or more, please contact the restaurant for details.
Tuesday: 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Wednesday-Saturday: 5:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday Brunch 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Sunday Dinner 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
- Payment Options: AMEX,Diners Club,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Organic, Mediterranean, Contemporary American
- Executive Chef: John Manolatos
- Dress Code: Business Casual
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Bar Dining, Beer, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Smoking Area, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Private Party Contact: Justin Abad 2027971819x
- Special Events: For inquiries about special events at Cashion's Eat Place, please contact Justin Abad for pricing and details. Email address: email@example.com
Getting there
- Cross Street: 18th Street and Columbia Rd
- Public Transit: Closest Metro stop is Woodley Park/Adams Morgan on the Red Line.
- Parking: Private Lot
- Parking Details: There is a private parking lot located at the corner of Biltmore Street NW and Columbia Road NW (less than 1 minute walking distance).
A word from Cashion's Eat Place
When New York Times writer Jan Benzel described the ambiance at Cashion's Eat Place in 1997 as "funky-elegant," she was right on the money. That combination, a just-right mixture of laid-back neighborhood conviviality and serious (and seriously good) food, has defined Cashion's since it opened in 1995. Even now, over a decade after it first welcomed diners, the restaurant remains true to its roots, serving interesting and fresh food in a relaxed way. For the past 18 years, Cashion's Eat Place has combined refinement and relaxation better than anyone else.Continued
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Cashion's Eat Place reviews from OpenTable diners
119 reviews since July 31, 2014
- Food4Service3.9
- Ambiance4Noise LevelModerate
fit for foodies (71)neighborhood gem (66)great for outdoor dining (43)great for brunch (34)special occasion (28)romantic (22)notable wine list (21)good for groups (20)hot spot (14)vibrant bar scene (13)late-night find (11)great for lunch (8)scenic view (2)kid-friendly (2)Show More
- Short, Sweet, to the pointOpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 11/8/2014Everything about Cashion's is nice, expect for the prices.Special Features:
- Portions are rather smallDCFoodieVIPDined on 11/7/2014We have been long standing patrons of Cashion's, and the new menu is refreshing. The flavors were excellent, but the portions seemed disproportionately small for the price (even by "small plate" standards). The pacing seems stuck between "bring as it's ready" (typical for small plates) or trying to pace as three courses. For example, my husband and I ordered a total of 7 small plates, but the waiter kept asking which one we wanted as our starter. He was unable to understand our request to bring the food as it is ready. Kind of confusing, but overall the food was really good, even though we left still hungry after dropping almost $100. The portions and pacing could use some work.Special Features:
- beautiful date nightOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 11/6/2014We had a date night on Thursday and I can't say enough wonderful things about the experience. Beautiful ambiance, pleasant service, and delicious food…it was the perfect location for our date night!Special Features:
- disappointingLinnieDined on 11/2/2014We ate brunch at Cashion's Eat Place last weekend, finding that several menu options sounded appealing. The sticky bun and doughnuts we ordered were both fresh and tasty. But the chicken hash, which sounded so good and which both of us ordered for an entree, was a big disappointment. The portions were tiny, the chicken was cold, the cheese was only partly melted, and the soft-boiled egg on top had an odd and unappealing consistency. We considered sending our has back to be warmed up but decided not to bother our waiter with it.
- Good brunch minus the coffeeOpenTable Diner Since 2006VIPDined on 10/26/2014Went my first time for brunch. Make sure to order the sticky buns to start! Entrees were good too! However, drink your coffee ahead of time. The coffee was so weak it tasted like brown-colored hot water. When we brought it to our server's attention rather than brewing another pot, she poured us coffee from the same pot and agreed it was weak and said its because they brew a "blonde roast." I didn't buy it since the coffee was practically translucent. Other than the coffee the food was great, I would return. A great neighborhood restaurant!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 10/25/2014We have never had a more knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient server than we did on Saturday night. I am sorry but I don't remember her name but when we asked for recommendations she was very forthright and helpful. We allowed her to select the three cheeses we had for an appetizer, she was excited to be able to pick for us and all three were wonderful. The food was great but the service was outstanding!Special Features:
- They've Changed. Not for the BetterWayTooFatToEatLikeThisDined on 10/24/2014Cashion's has, for years, been our place for birthdays, anniversaries, friends visiting from out of town, and really any night we're looking for neighborhood vibe with amazing food. The vibe remains, but they decided to overhaul their menu a couple months ago and, in my view, it's a significant step down. I'm not opposed to change - sometimes a reboot is good. But in trying to reinvent itself, they created a far inferior product. The food is still well-prepared (great chefs), but they've neglected their best skill - the composed dishes. It's now mostly a la carte, and it's laid out quite confusingly. They decreased the selection, got rid of the bread (?!), and now seem to just be lost in-between concepts. I hope they come back to the light!Special Features:
- Fresh food w/neighborhood charmMelRoc7VIPDined on 10/17/2014Cashion's changes their menu daily, which means inventive, fresh dishes! The portions are small, but totally satisfying. Great crab cakes, risotto, polenta, roasted chicken, all super tasty! You pay for the flavor and creativity, not for portions. Waiter was slammed and totally forgot to bring us our bread crisps and dip until we asked when our food came out. Loukoumades for dessert could have been amazing, if they were cooked through. We think the waiter forgot to put in our dessert order and then had the kitchen rush to make them at the last minute, resulting in the raw dough centers. Overall though we loved the food and ambiance. A gem for adults among the muck in AdMo. Definitely going to give it another try!Special Features:
- Well, she didn't spill on usRosieDined on 10/17/2014We sat outdoors, the weather was beautiful, the people watching fascinating so the experience wasn't a disaster. We ordered five dishes between two of us and ultimately were brought three. My husband and I shared the boring watermelon tomato salad then waited over 45 minutes for our mains and sides. The waitress was so apologetic-after 40 minutes-that she brought my husband a second glass of wine. My husband had the chicken breast which he really liked. I had the grilled octopus salad which was charred but the rest was okay. The waitress brought the bill but never the two sides. When we mentioned the sides-we no longer wanted them-she took them off the bill but, along with our change, brought one of them. A funny evening.Special Features:
- Great Food, Portions are too smallOpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 10/12/2014Great brunch here here overall. Nice atmosphere, good food. Only, we both went home hungry. Portion were smaller than European modest. Felt pretty scammed by the price of brunch. I will pick somewhere else for food next time.
- As good as I rememberSeth24VIPDined on 10/10/2014It has been a while since I've returned to Cashion's, but not for any particular reason. Upon returning, I was reminded how much I loved this restaurant. That is not always easy to do when your last experience was such a good one. The goat and both duck dishes were outstanding, and the scallions were great. Our server was friendly and prompt. It is noisy, but that didn't really spoil any of the ambiance. I highly recommend Cashion's Eat Place.Special Features:
- Great place to celebrate!omnomnomDined on 10/5/2014We had a great birthday dinner for my boyfriend here! The sommelier and server were very knowledgeable about both the wine list and the menu, and made many excellent recommendations. The food was delicious, and the menu changes daily depending on what is fresh—that was awesome. The interior was very cool and hip, and fit right into trendy Adams Morgan.Special Features:
- Sunday AmbivalencepatpVIPDined on 9/28/2014We went for Sunday Brunch and it was really disappointing. Luke warm greeting, long wait to order and a waiter who did not have a clue abut the menu. My husband ordered a hamburger and when it arrived there were no potatoes on the plate. Called the waiter and he said that it did not come with potatoes--which, of course, it did. He then delivered the potatoes to the table but they were luke warm at best. Maybe the second team works on Sunday because this could not be the typical service at Cashion. Also, I requested a salad rather than potatoes for a $2.00 up charge and really felt that the serving size was very small for an up charge--and I do not exactly have a huge appetite.
- fancy look, mediocre food & serviceDCFoodieVIPDined on 9/26/2014Cashion's looks adorable, so since we just moved into the neighborhood, we thought we would check it out. We ordered 4-5 dishes (octopus, rabbit, burger, beet salad, etc.). Each dish was fine, but not that interesting or creative, and it was priced for more a much higher quality meal. It was neither an inexpensive hearty tasty meal, nor an exemplary premium culinary experience. Instead, the dishes were overpriced and mediocre, which is not a great combination. Furthermore, our waiter was fine, but did the bare minimum and did not hear our requests when we tried to call after him. After four mediocre dishes, we gave up, and went across the street to pick up cheap Peruvian chicken. In the future, I'll just go to Mintwood Place.
- anniversarynickDined on 9/20/2014Champagne on the house made a great first impression. Then they backed it up.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Brunch at CashionsBethDined on 9/14/2014Had an anniversary brunch here. Great menu, I got the shrimp and grits which was very good. my husband got a more traditional breakfast platter. thought it was a little cheesey that they charged him $2 for an English muffin with it, which was clearly burnt..I would have sent it back. Otherwise, was lovely experience, attentive service, they did not rush us which is what we requested.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- good food!Ash173Dined on 9/13/2014The hollandaise sauce on the eggs benedict was excellent.Special Features:
- More vegetarian optionsOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 9/13/2014I chose this restaurant because it was close to where my friend from out of town was staying, and we liked the brunch drink specials. My only complaint was that there was only one item on the menu that was meat-free, so as a vegetarian that was frustrating. Can they just add a spinach benedict option or something simple?Special Features:
- Awesome Early BrunchHolliBVIPDined on 9/7/2014We had to be to the airport early so we loved that Cashion's opened at 10:30. Their Allison 82 cocktail was awesome. I had the chicken hash and my boyfriend had the shrimp and grits both were outstanding! We didn't leave a single crumb on our plates. We sat outside and our server was thoughtful and attentive. Oh-definitely start brunch with the donuts! They are light and fluffy and cooked to order-AWESOME!Special Features:
- Great Birthday DinnerEarlDined on 9/5/2014A very memorable birthday dinner. One of the best waitresses we'd ever had. A very friendly, capable bartender (although I think they had someone standing in for a few moments whose English was not very good and it was hard to understand his drink descriptions). Nice, high quality liquors. The food was very (VERY) inventive. We actually thought that, being newer, ****'s Luxury might have borrowed a few pages from the playbook here. Slightly different cuisines but similar plating strategies. The actual birthday part of the evening was great (although there were no mariachis). Both of us will definitely come back. BTW: proximity to dancing, music, etc. is a big plus.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- bday dinnerOpenTable Diner Since 2008VIPDined on 9/2/2014great bday dinner. started with the cheese and ceviche. mains were good for sharing - bison meat balls and pork cheek stuffed eggplant. sides of grilled carrots and fried yuca went well with our mains. great cocktails. greek wine. Mediterranean fare reminded me of Greece. let's go back... to both places!Special Features:
- DisappointingJawaDined on 8/20/2014We are longtime neighborhood customers. Cashion's has changed for the worse - the new menu features essentially Tapas size dishes, without making this clear on the menu. We left hungry, despite ordering additional dishes, cheese and dessert. The quality of the dishes has also declined, as has the variety. For an 'eat place' a disappointing direction.
- Good food, good wine, good times!luv2dineDined on 8/16/2014Got to go here with a friend as a birthday gift. The food selection was excellent and they had a wide variety of dishes to choose from. Plates are priced reasonably and it was a great experience to go and order a couple of plates, share them, and then order more.Special Features:
- A very enjoyable brunchnickVIPDined on 8/16/2014A good and creative brunch menu with outdoor dining for lovely summer weekends. Four of us each selected different items and we were all happy. We would return.Special Features:
- Very SlowOpenTable Diner Since 2007VIPDined on 8/15/2014We had been to Cashion's several years ago and thought it was good but overpriced. They have now switched to a small plates format with more reasonable prices, so we thought we would give it a try. We went late on a Friday night. The food was very good, but the service was incredibly slow. Took about 30 minutes to get the first two plates and over an hour to get everything else. When we commented to the server about the slow service, all she could say was the kitchen had been backed up. No real apology and no sign of any efforts on her part to speed things up. Plus, the place was not full so its hard to see how the kitchen could be so slow. I don't think we'll go back.Special Features:
- USED TO BE GOOD. NOT ANYMOREGustavoVIPDined on 8/15/2014I remember I went to Cashion's a few years back and the food was great. Now it is not so. Everything was ok. Not great. So many other places in DC to go to for better food. The service was slow but that's probrably because the place was full on a warm summer night.Special Features:
- New Menu is a Hit!NicSVIPDined on 8/15/2014I have been going to Cashion's off and on for several years. Recently returned and learned of the new menu. Have now tried it twice. The entrees are deconstructed so you order proteins and then sides. I Iove this new concept since I felt the entrees courses used to be too big. Now you can easily have an appetizer, protein and side without feeling full. Highly recommend the Bison Tartar to start. The crabcakes and bison meatballs are great. For sides have really enjoyed both the roasted carrots and feta/tomato/watermelon salad. Dessert is also lovely, try the cherries with frozen creme fraiche. Service has been exceptional. And these amazing August days in DC make outdoor seating a must.Special Features:
- Never disappoints!SeaversMomDined on 8/14/2014I have been in Cashion's neighborhood for over a decade and in the several times I have selected Cashion's as a special occasion restaurant, whether party of 2 or 10, it has never disappointed. This time I selected the grilled octopus for my entree and I would return for that alone! From the wine list to desserts, and specialty cocktails, as well as inventive selections for the foodiests of foodies, Cashion's is always at the top of my list. Pleasant and quiet as well as interesting with a lively bar scene, it's a can't miss!Special Features:
- Nice restuarantOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 8/14/2014Cashion Eat Place was a nice upscale restaurant in Adams Morgan. Pretty convenient to walk from the Woodley Park metro. The waitress was very pleasant although there was a lengthy wait for our meal. The beer selection was decent, however, I was only so-so on the food. The portions were super tiny and the goat was very difficult to eat. The flavors were good, but the goat was tough (I understand that goat can be tough and it's tricky, so I was willing to accept that.) The hard part was eating it which didn't really work with a fork or with my hands. My family really enjoyed the crab cakes (really tiny, but we forewarned by the waitress), the duck and milanese pork (my 8 year olds thought both these dishes were magnificent and I agreed.Special Features:
- Great food; pricey wine.montrealqcDined on 8/13/2014The menu is divided into small and large plates (apéros and entrées). Everything we had was excellent and, when combining small and large plates, well priced give the quality. The wine list, however, included only relatively pricey wines, which made the entire experience, well, rather pricey.Special Features:
- Delicious!LauraDined on 8/10/2014Delicious brunch spot. Looking forward to trying their lunch and dinner menus!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- foodie1220Dined on 8/9/2014Dinner was wonderful and menu of wine by the glass was nice as well as reasonably priced. The only slight negative was the noise level. Music was piped in and very loud to the point that it was sometimes hard to converse at the table.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- small platessosoDined on 8/8/2014New menu was confusing... seems to be all small plates so they should just say so.
- The Search Continues...LiveOutLoudDined on 8/3/2014Visited this place for Sunday brunch with friends. The Adams Morgan location gave it a lively vibe. The day was gorgeous so sitting outside was wonderfully relaxing (and entertaining watching the world walk by). I loved that the menu is fresh, local, and changes daily, but this also means they may run out of what you may be craving. A guest in my party ordered the bison burger well done and received a bison burger that was bleeding (I think it had a pulse). No problem, it was fixed right away. All other orders were prepared as ordered and tasted good enough. I'm glad we checked this place out. My friends and I are looking forward to trying other Brunch spots in the area.Special Features:
- DisappointingDCBrunchSpecialistVIPDined on 8/2/2014We decided to change up our normal brunch routine, based upon Cashion's listing as Buzzfeed's "17 Best DC Brunch Spots." Boy, were we disappointed. The service was horrible, the food was not so great. The only redeeming quality was The Sue cocktail.Special Features:
- Quite an excellent meal!MangiabeneDined on 8/1/2014I really enjoyed the concept of Cashion's Eat Place - in that most of the items offered fit in between small plates and a full entrée. I liked that you could combine a bunch of different things to either share with the table, or if you didn't want to share, you could just put together an entrée yourself. It was the first time I felt like I had a lot of control over the menu- so to speak. Since I was on a date, we shared everything, and everything was delicious, but particularly the goat dish. All in all, a lovely evening!Special Features:
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- Nice brunchJeannyDined on 7/27/2014Would recommend this restaurant for Sunday Brunch. They have a limited menu, but all the options appeared very good. I choose the ham and cheddar grilled cheese with eggs and salad with a side of roasted potatoes. My dish was very good. I also recommend their orange juice which was very good!Special Features:
- First experience w/ the new menuOpenTable Diner Since 2000VIPDined on 7/26/2014A disaster. Worst meal I have ever had at Cashion's, a perennial favorite.I would recommend this to a friend.
- my favorite restaurant in DCMaireVIPDined on 7/19/2014I am a huge Cashion's Fan and I'm not sure if I can even properly articulate everything that's wonderful about it. I live in the neighborhood, so to me it has an upscale, neighborhood-gathering-place feel. I've probably been there a dozen times, and every meal I've had there has been excellent--the new menu is no exception. The service is outstanding--the servers are very well informed, and my water glass was never empty, which is uber important to me, as I am the thirstiest person ever. Nice wine selection and comfy bar atmosphere--I've had a full meal or two there, and the service is equally good. I've eaten at a zillion restaurants in DC, but there is something special about Cashion's that makes it my all time fave.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- All HypeDreezy1219VIPDined on 7/18/2014The restaurant prides itself on being "inventive," which it certainly was. The menu was difficult to understand and the waitress seemed put off as we tried to navigate the unique options. The food was not worth all of the effort. Dry, chewy meat and the worst excuse for mashed potatoes I've ever had. I think people give it a good review just because they feel like they are supposed to like it.


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How to convert TOD files to iriver U10? Free download file converter TOD to iriver U10 - OJOsoft Total Video Converter. After the download is finished, run total-video-converter.exe file and follow the installation wizard instructions. Launch the conversion software to convert TOD files to iriver U10 format easy and fast.
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What should I do then for converting TOD to iriver U10? Hit the upper Browse... button next to Input File Name field to select TOD file. In the opened Windows Explorer window, browse for the necessary .TOD file. You may also click + button or use drag-and-drop to add multiple TOD files for batch conversion or to remove the file with - button.
TOD is a tapeless video format used by JVC in some models of digital camcorders. JVC stores the video in files with a .MOD extension which are standard MPEG-2-TS files with Dolby Digital sound. Third-party editing applications should be able to edit them if the file extension is changed to .M2T and the application supports that format. TOD format is comparable with AVCHD, but cannot be directly played on consumer video equipment. Media files must be packaged into distribution formats like HD DVD or Blu-ray Disc, using authoring software.
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Click TO AVI button on TOD to iriver U10 converter program main panel. It means you want to convert TOD files to file extension .AVI. Click the lower Browse... button next to Output File Name field to browse for a proper output format folder.
Click the drop-down list next to AVI profile to select a preset iriver U10 profile for the output iriver U10 file. Click Edit... button to set more details, if you want to customize the parameters of your selected profile.
iRiver U10 can play MPEG-4 Simple Profile (SP) files up to 320*240 pixels in size (encoded at a maximum of 384kbps and 15 frames per second, with audio encoded in MP3 up to 128kbps). iRiver U10(512MB/1GB/2GB) is compatible with Windows XP SP1 operating systems and files are transferred via super-fast USB 2.0.
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November 28, 2014
Fire investigators were told that a defective appliance may have sparked a fire at an Omaha home Wednesday morning. Upon further investigation, it was discovered that an overloaded power strip is to blame.
When firefighters arrived at the home, near 63rd & Bedford at 7:54am, they found heavy smoke coming out the front and flames coming out the back. Crews were able to put out the fire quickly, but the home was left with substantial smoke damage.
The homeowner and four children were already out of the home before firefighters arrived.
Investigators found that an extension cord ran along the baseboard from one bedroom to another. It was coiled in a closet with clothing on top with a power strip attached. The power strip had a television set, a space heater, and small electronics plugged into it. Damage to the cord and power strip indicated it was overloaded.
Damage estimate was set at $48,000.
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This is going to be another year of trade rumors and speculation when it comes to the Magic. The young players will most likely fill the team's future and focus for the next few seasons. The Magic are going young to rebuild from the ground up.
They value the presence of veteran players like Jameer Nelson, Glen Davis and Arron Afflalo. But it is not far fetched to think they could not be had for the right price and that the Magic would not try to get the most value for them. It is widely assumed that Orlando will be active in the trade market once again.
Afflalo has already been involved in several trade rumors and Davis will likely follow him onto the rumor mill once he plays.
Nelson's contract might be the most attractive of all the contracts on Orlando's roster. He has one year remaining guaranteed for only $2 million next year. It makes him a veteran point guard on an expiring contract. The difficult decision may have to be made.
If Kevin Pelton's rankings on ESPN.com are correct, teams will begin circling soon:
Both of Orlando's starting guards are possible trade candidates, but without any top young point guards on the market after Eric Bledsoe was traded to Phoenix, a deal involving Arron Afflalo seems unlikely. That leaves Nelson, the oldest member of a youthful Magic starting lineup at age 31. Nelson's 2014-15 salary is guaranteed for just $2 million, per Mark Deeks, so he's functionally an expiring contract for a team looking for a short-term upgrade at point guard for the stretch run.
Nelson is a very attractive guy. But he might end up being too valuable to the Magic from a culture standpoint to let him go. Nelson may not want a move either.
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Remember, Nelson signed a three-year deal with the Magic last summer knowing the team was about to go through a major rebuild.
He wanted to stay in Orlando and the team likely overpaid him because they valued his presence in the locker room with the team. Not to mention, Nelson will tie Nick Anderson's all-time mark of 10 consecutive seasons with the Magic if he makes it through this season.
It seems very unlikely the Magic would part with Nelson at this point.
At this point, being the key word.
Things can change as contenders emerge and the Magic begin looking at the reality of their situation.
However, even ESPN Insider's analysts admit Nelson would be very valuable as a "culture setter." If that is Nelson's main purpose in this league at this point, the Magic are more likely to keep him than not.


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As wily as modern politicians are, they've got nothing on their classic Roman counterparts. Those guys were as crooked as a barrel of fish hooks, and damned if they didn't come up with effective ways to overthrow their adversaries. Like, say, including a guy's best friend in a conspiracy to murder him because they think he's a wretched dictator. And so goes The Tragedy of Julius Caesar. Thanks to one of the Bard's greatest sagas, the granddaddy of all back-stabbings is forever etched in our minds and on stages the world over. If you need a refresher on Roman history, you can take in the final act of the fifth season of the Trinity Shakespeare Festival as it presents Julius Caesar at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the Walsh Center for the Performing Arts, 2800 S. University Drive on the TCU campus in Fort Worth. Julius Caesar runs through June 30. Tickets are $10 to $25. Call 817-257-8080 or visit trinityshakes.org.
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Anders Lindegaard insists United are determined to consign Tuesday's Champions League disappointment to the past by progressing to the FA Cup semi-finals.
The Reds have another big game at Old Trafford with Chelsea coming to town and victory would ensure a place at Wembley in the last four of a competition United last won in 2004.
The Dane, who was an unused substitute in midweek, is clearly in a positive frame of mind despite the frustration and disappointment of the Real Madrid defeat.
"We have to respond," he informed MUTV. "I sense a certain determination in the team as well that Sunday there are going to be no questions asked about who is going to win that game. We have to bounce back quickly and strongly."
Lindegaard, who played his second Under-21 game as an over-aged player and kept a clean sheet in the 2-0 success against West Ham, remains determined to push David De Gea for his first-team place.
"What this game was all about was to get some minutes in my legs," he stressed. "It's been way too long since I played. I miss it a lot so
"There is no substitute for being at Old Trafford in a match situation but this is better than nothing. So I enjoy playing games for the Reserves once in a while and it's good for the match practice to keep sharp."
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|Characterization of surface and layered films with cluster secondary ion mass spectrometry
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|Cluster secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS ) analyses of layer -by -layer thin films were performed to investigate the depth /volume of SI emission and accuracy of the SI signal . The thin -layered samples were assembled by alternate adsorption of polyethylenimine (PEI ) , polystyrene sulfonate (PSS ) , polydiallyldimethylammonium chloride (PDDA ) and clay nanoparticles . The films have controlled 3 -D structure to test the depth of secondary ion (SI ) emission and evaluate planar homogeneity . The SI emission depth is ~ 6 -9 nm with 136 keV Au400 4+ (340 eV /atom ) and 26 keV C60 + (433 eV /atom ) projectile impacts . The diameter of the SI emission area is ~ 15 nm by assuming a semispherical emission volume . The SI yields oscillate with the alternation of the compositions of the topmost layers , which was observed with small cluster projectiles (CsICs+ and Au3 + ) as well as with the large cluster projectiles (C60 + and Au400 4+ ) . The SI signals of C - and CH - are enhanced in the presence of metal atoms in the expanding plume . Recoiled C60 projectile fragments (m /z=12 , 13 , 36 ) are observed in the SI mass spectra . Caution must be taken when monitoring the yields of such carbon cluster ions from organic surfaces because their yields don't reflect the true surface concentration . The Au400 4+ projectile impacts produce abundant co -emission . The correlation coefficient between the co -emitted SIs can be used to evaluate the planar homogeneity . The results show that the PSS layer is more uniform than the clay layers . The effect of alkali metal ion implantation on the nature and abundance of SI emission was investigated on Cs+ or Na+ implanted glycine samples . The alkali metal implantation induces surface damage and decreases the glycine molecular ion yields . Glycine molecular ions and fragment ions (CN - , CNO - ) are emitted from different depths and locations of the emission volume . The same implanted glycine sample analyzed with different cluster projectiles (Au400 4+ and C60 + ) shows different trends in the yields of molecular and fragment ions , which suggest a different mechanism of SI emission with different projectile impacts . The Na+ beam induces more surface damage compared with the Cs+ at equal impact energy .
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First VoIP - is video conferencing next?
Internet telephony (or VoIP) has proved very popular with businesses. Is video conferencing going to benefit from this move to digital collaboration?
The honest answer is that at ITS we aren't sure. Everyone is happy with the modern VoIP business telephone systems - be it an onsite office-based Cisco phone system or a hosted system. This has led to some people asking about extending this digital approach to video conferencing.
What are the benefits of video conferencing?
The main advantages are less time spent travelling and low cost of travel. If you are zipping around in a car all day you could easily run up £30 in petrol not to mention wear and tear. As for your time - well that's priceless!
How does it work?
Pretty simple really. I was shocked the first time I used Cisco Webex when my face appeared without even configuring anything. Most Laptops have a built-in camera and USB ones usually work straight away.
What are the potential snags?
You need good quality broadband, a decent network setup and a proper video conferencing provider. If you cut corners in any of these areas then the conference is likely to be a jerky affair - not good for your image.
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TxDOT to repair cracked pavement on major roads
TxDOT crews will repair cracked pavement on major roads in the coming weeks.
On the last week of February, work will begin on I-20 and FM 603 in Callahan county.
At the same time, work will also begin in Taylor county on I-20 and the Winters Freeway.
At some spots, intersections and lanes could be closed. There could also be some detours.Drivers are urged to watch out for construction crews.
According to a statement from TxDOT, crack sealing preserves the life of a road by applying sealing material directly into the cracks of the pavement to prevent moisture damage.
TxDOT's Abilene district usually schedules the work annually during the cooler months.
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Filling a well-defined gap in the literature of jazz, Current Research in Jazz provides an outlet for detailed writing about jazz that is informed by musical and historical knowledge, that is rooted in scholarly rigor, and that is not compromised by commercial interests. It is hoped that these articles will be cited and used as evidence in other works. Like good discographies, they will provide a solid foundation upon which future research can be built.
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Topic: do downloaded self help books work?
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Posted: 9:54 AM, April 7th (Thursday)
Hi everyone. I am taking various approaches to resolving the problem of my WH A. I am about to out in play some of the 180 techniques for myself as well as to try and get him to go NC, I am also gathering evidence just in case he is still in some kind of A as I am scared it may still be going on and that will change what we need to do next. As well as that I am looking to fix some of our exsiting problems and some of the problems caused by the A. Does anyone know if any of the programmes available for download are any good please and are there any recommendations? I have specifically been pointed towards Dr Gunzberg and his how to rebuild honesty amongst other ones of his but they are quite pricey and I don't want to download them if they don't work? If anyone else is looking for downloaded items, I do have some which offer insisghts into what WS should be following an affair and other things I would be happy to share if anyone thinks they will help them. Thanks very much....x
BW-2gether 13 years, wed 09/09.
Dd1 OW1 6/7/2012 - 9 mnths pa/ea. Dd2 OW1 13/8/2010. Dd3 OW1 10/10, ons and ongoing ea.
Dd4 05/11 OW2 - EA/poss PA, plus other poss ONSs,other dodgy txts.
Dd5 03/12 date sites, sex chats & porn!
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Posted: 1:13 AM, April 8th (Friday)
About to sink my teeth into gunzburg so I'll let u know...good couple to start with is getting past the affair and the monogamy myth oh and my husbands affair was best thing that ever happened to me was GREAT!
Me-34years old
husband (cheater)-39
4 amazing kids
Girl-age 10
Boy/girl twins age 6
in counseling constantly but pain is excrutiating. He wants
Posts: 316 | Registered: Feb 2011 | From: knoxville, tn
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Posted: 2:44 AM, April 8th (Friday)
I would suggest saving your money for now. If these books are meant for recovering after the affair, you can't really benefit from them while the affair is going on. It takes two, and only two, to R. If you are still trying to get him to go NC, then he is still in the A.
Your mileage may vary... in accordance with the prophecy.
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Posted: 9:25 AM, April 8th (Friday)
oh yea oops my H is totally in R mode and very remorseful....so programs like this do seem to be helping a tad.
Me-34years old
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Stats Are Often Hard to Interpret
Stats are often hard to interpret in our business. The reported data comes, of course, after the fact (you can't report things before they happen) and is often aggregated in ways that don't tell us what we really need to know. So I tried an exercise last week of asking a few agents for their impressions of the evolving ebook marketplace. I wanted to get a handle on two things: where we are now in terms of books sold in stores versus books sold other ways and whether the transition from print to digital consumption is slowing down.
The picture I got from nine smart and well-informed agents seems to confirm that:
Perhaps we can attribute that to the fact that the data presentation which most shapes the agents' impressions is provided in royalty reports. This past year, and especially this past season, have not yet been delivered in the data they study most intensively. But it was still useful to check with them, if only to confirm that fiction ebook penetration is double nonfiction and that illustrated books lag far behind.
If 50% of fiction is selling now as ebooks, it is likely that only about 35% of it is selling as print in stores (because 25-30 percent of the print sale is online). Considering that number was more like 90% ten years ago and 80% five years ago, that's all the explanation anybody needs to understand the reduction of shelf space we've seen. Every year when stores are interviewed about traffic and sales, they cite the presence (or absence) of "big books" as a key driver. The "big books" are most often big fiction. This year, the Fifty Shades family of titles may have provided that lift, which may be why stores (other than B&N) are anecdotally reporting a strong Christmas.
But what the industry should be most interested in, which will be reflected in the next round of royalty statements agents see, is that ebook sales growth appears to have damn near stopped. As Michael Cader pointed out on Lunch, Random House UK indicated a 13% increase this year over last, which mirrors Barnes & Noble's reported rise of 13% in ebook sales in December.
Thirteen percent is a big increase in a stable marketplace.
But if you consider the heavy activity in the device field—the new iPad mini, Kobo devices being sold by independent stores, and B&N turning progressively their stores into NOOK showrooms (and not to mention the always-growing ebook title base, still adding backlist and formerly out-of-print books and small press and self-published books)—the rise in ebook sales seems like no rise at all. So perhaps we really have hit the point of resistance from print readers and a new stability in division of sales across channels.
The consequences of only about a third of fiction being bought in stores—and not all in bookstores—are still to play out. If it is true that independents did better than B&N this past Christmas, could part of the reason (as I speculated in a prior piece) be B&N's prior success selling their customers NOOKs? Is the indie store customer somewhat less likely to have bought a Kindle or NOOK previously and therefore disproportionately in the marketplace for printed books?
It is quite possible that the disappointing B&N results could be a more accurate indication of the world we're now living in than the reported success of the indies.
Under the heading of data being ambiguous, note that the reported big rise in sales by independents in 2012 appears to have taken place in the first part of the year so that sales at Christmastime might not have been as much better than B&N's as first impressions on the data could lead us to believe. (Once again, thanks to Cader for doing some in-depth analysis of the raw data to lead us to see that possibility.) Continued on page 17


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November 29, 2014
Police are searching for a suspect in an overnight shooting.
Paramedics arrived to Fontelle Blvd. and Ames Ave. just before four this morning but police say the shooting happened at another location.
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The victim was rushed to UNMC in critical condition.
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