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This is a silly article
This article is silly. Coming from a source other than the computer games, trading card game, novels, RPG, or manga, its content is not part of official Warcraft lore, but nevertheless has become part of the culture belonging to the World of Warcraft community.
In almost every instance in wow, you'll have at least one noob with you who constantly gets aggro from the mobs. This noob has usually rolled a noobish class like warrior, paladin, druid or - Light help you - death knight, and he probably thinks he's some kind of "tank" or something.
Obviously, you must save this noob from the dangerous mobs in the instance. This guide explains how to prevent him from being hit by the mobs, so the party can successfully complete the instance.
Part 1 – The pull Edit
The noob will regularly be the first to aggro a group of mobs, often by using a ranged ability. Such behaviour can not be allowed, and should be stopped.
The best way to stop it is to nip it in the bud. That's why you should always try to attack mobs before the noob does. Hit them with everything you've got before he gets the chance to attack. Using abilities like multi-shot, which hit multiple mobs, will make it virtually impossible for him to get aggro on all of the mobs, and your party will be safe.
Should the noob get in an attack before you do, don't worry. Abilities like fireball, charge and cheap shot can still save the day. Just be sure to hit the mobs that are running towards the noob before they reach him, and pull them as far away from him as possible. You get extra points for breaking a dangerous group of hard-hitting mobs into pieces, spreading them out across the area so the noob can not possibly reach them all.
Sometimes, the noob will try to pull a caster mob. Realizing he cannot possibly win a fight against a caster mob, he will move back around a corner, out of the line of sight of the caster mob. What the noob probably doesn't know is that the caster mob will just run after him, around the corner, and start attacking him again. To prevent this from happening, you should immediately lay the smack down on the caster mob with your ranged abilities. That way, the caster mob will target you instead and stay in place, far from the noob.
Part 2 – The fight Edit
Sometimes, the noob will manage to get aggro on a whole bunch of mobs, who will all start hitting him. Don't worry, not all is lost just yet. You can still save the noob. The most important thing is that you start doing as much damage as you can immediately – don't give the noob a chance to foolishly build threat on all mobs. As soon as the fight starts, use your highest-damage abilities. If the noob misses his first attack or two, chances are that you can still manage to pull aggro away from him.
It is also important that you target a different mob than the one the noob is targeting, since that one will be the hardest to pull aggro on. Use /assist to see the noob's target, then pick a different one yourself. If the group you are in is using marks, never, ever, attack the mob marked with a skull. Usually, the mob you will have to attack is marked with a moon or a blue square instead.
When you successfully manage to get aggro off the noob, make sure to run away from him as quickly as possible. Put some serious distance between him and you, so he doesn't unintentionally use a taunt ability on your mob. After all, it's your mob, not his.
In instances where mobs run away when they get low health, make sure that your party burns down the health of several mobs at once. That way, it will be nearly impossible to stop them all for the noob and the others in your party, so as they run away they will aggro more mobs, which means you will finish the instance quicker.
If you are in a team with a warrior or druid noob, keep an eye on the red bar below next to his name. The more he hits and gets hit, the fuller this bar gets. Your goal is to keep this bar as empty as possible. The emptier the bar is, the less threat the noob can generate, and the mobs will move to more appropriate targets like you and the healer instead.
If the noob is a paladin, he will have a blue bar instead. This bar will be full at the start of fights, and grow empty as the noob does foolish things. If the noob gets healed, though, it will get a bit fuller again. That's why you should make sure you are the one taking damage instead of the noob. That way, his blue bar will go empty really quickly, and he will not be able to do any more foolish things.
If the noob is a death knight, he will have a light blue bar. This bar bounces up and down from empty to full and back again, and there seems to be little correlation between the bar and the noob's threat level. This unpredictability makes protecting a death knight a real challenge. Let's hope you're up to it.
Part 3 – Party etiquette Edit
Teaming with a noob can be a frustrating experience. These noobs not only steal your aggro, they also steal the heals that you need to stay alive and do your imba dps. So, the moment you get hit, you should start reminding the healer that you need heals. Spamming "HEAL ME!!!" in party chat is a good way to do this. Even better is spamming it in raid warning. That way, it will appear right in the middle of everyone's screen, and the healer will have no choice but to heal you instead of the noob.
Likewise, if you are so unfortunate to die, it is a good idea to spam "REZ ME!!!", "REZ PLX" or simply "RES" until someone resurrects you. This is important because, if you died, the noob probably died too (as there was no one to save him) and so he will surely run and ruin everything again if he is resurrected before you are. There is always a chance that the entire group died, which means there is no one to resurrect you, but it'd still be wise to spam "RES" so the healer knows who to resurrect first when he/she returns after corpse-running back to the instance. Also notice that you must never release your corpse when you are dead, instead of waiting for someone else to come and resurrect you. This is because your corpse acts as a arrow on the minimap, which will help the rest of the group to return to the same place in the instance before the group died and not get lost while trying to find this. Spamming "REZ ME!!!" during this time often also acts as motivation to the group, as it shows you are still online and willing to continue the instance even after dying.
It is also important to keep the noob in his proper place. The best way to do that is to repeatedly ask if anyone has damage meter installed, and ask to have it posted after every fight. Make sure to laugh at the noob and the healer if they're below you in damage, and call them noobs. This will force them to respect your leet skillz. This is also very motivational as it encourages players to improve their skills, even though they would never match yours.
In some groups, the noob will ask if you have KTM or Omen installed. If the noob does that, be sure to insult him, and tell him that only noobs need addons. If he questions you, ask another party member to post the damage meter stats, and point out how much better you are.
Of course, the real reason you're doing instances in the first place is phat lewt. To make sure that you get the phattest lewt, make sure to loot mobs as quickly as possible, especially when you're still in combat. That way, any greens, blues and purples will pop up on everyone's screen while they're still fighting, which will obscure their vision of the fight but increase their morale.
Also, make sure to roll need on everything you can possibly use, even if it doesn't fit your class or spec or you already have better gear. You deserve it – you saved the party from the noob, so you should get first pick of any drops. It's only logical. If the noob is being difficult and begins criticizing you or even demands some of the loot, either be honest and tell him he is a noob who should be thankful you saved him or end the argue with a simple explanation such as you needing the lewt for your off-specc or money.
Finally, and most important of all, always leave during the middle of an instance. This will make it clear to the rest of the group just how important you are. It signalizes that you are a very powerful and skilled player which many other players need to help them, and therefore rarely have the time to complete a instance. Be sure to explain this fact to the group by saying "sry gtg friends need me" or "guild calling". Stating this, the group will notice how skilled you are, and will for sure invite you to groups later. For added effect, pull some mobs right before you leave the group, to show that you would still want to continue the instance unless you had to leave. The others will be in awe of your greatness.


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Narciso Rodriguez Pre-Fall 2012
Narciso Rodriguez's penchant for garnering inspiration from the art world is, by now, a well-established tradition. But while spring looked to the tattooed, figurative work of Korean artist Kim Joon, pre-fall offered a starting point closer to home. "I sometimes paint with oils and acrylics in my apartment on weekends," revealed the New York–based designer, gesturing to the vibrantly abstract bottle-green, silver, and saffron brushstrokes that featured on athletic tanks, sheaths, and fit-and-flare dresses at his presentation Tuesday morning. "We've been playing with the idea of creating painterly effects on woven fabrics for a few seasons now," he added. "We just keep evolving . . . and computerizing them."
For pre-fall that meant photographing Rodriguez's own handiwork through sheets of glass to achieve prints with mesmerizing and refracted prism-effects. That sharp, graphic attitude was then adroitly carried over into the actual rendering of the clothes as well, by way of angular cuts and seams. "We experimented with tailoring techniques to create a new type of structure," he said, pulling out a silk-blend sheath with stretch jersey panels. "I looked at different ways of fitting, like working with these corset details from the archives. There was a lot of attention to detail."
Whether the technical cross-body harnessing on elegant paint-splattered dresses or the generous selection of multi-textured, color-block knits in silver-gray, creamy beige, and shocking red (that are sure to add a flash of hope to even the most brutal fall), that acute attention to detail has certainly paid off. But while clever modes of construction are to be expected—deceptively simple minimalism is, after all, Rodriguez's modus operandi—a freer, more committed use of color was refreshingly new. Full-blown scarlet outerwear took center stage and added punch to otherwise sumptuously rich jewel tones. This was a season in which dresses and skirts showcased more green and violet than Rodriguez's usual black and white. Then there's the matter of luxurious embellishments. Accents of fox, wrapped voluminously around the sleeves of cropped duffle coats and the collars of a crimson leather jacket, not only presented a thoroughly modern approach to fur—and a 3-D perspective in an otherwise gently, understated collection—but also added a lavishly optimistic touch of opulence.

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This month seemed to fly by. I didn't spend near as much time as I had the previous few months addressing these specific goals as I was doing a lot of work on other areas of our network that Nate and I deemed important. It showed in the numbers for this month:
Increase unique visitors to the main site to 5,000 a day
While we're still well below the 5,000 a day unique mark we had hoped for, we did see an uptick in unique visitors this past month. It seems a couple of key phrases rose in the Google search engine bringing more traffic our way.
Double membership to 11,500
Sign-ups continue at about 10 a day and we're closing in on the 8,000 sign-up mark, but as mentioned previously, a lot of older sign-ups that were not active we have deleted from the data base. It would be nice to figure out a way to increase the sign up rate, but it isn't an area that we have concentrated on.
Increase sat sites to 50
I managed to get two and a half new satellite sites up and running this month. We're now up to 25 live satellite site. I'm not sure if we'll make it to 50 by the end of the year, but I will continue plugging away at them as long as they continue to pay for themselves.
For this little journal, I would like:
Get it into the top 15,000 of all blogs as ranked by technorati (changed to 10,000 in February, changed to 7,500 in March)
i didn't make any effort in this area during the month and it showed. In fact, at one point I was above the 10,000 mark again, but dipped down a bit toward the end of the month. I think I've reached the stage where if I don't work at this at all, I will stay at about the same level as the blogs that are ranked in this general area tend to be a lot more active. I don't think I'll be concentrating on this area this month, however, as I have a lot of other priorities to address:
Technorati Rank:
April 30, 2006 – 9,147 (444 links from 174 sites)
March 31, 2006 – 9,826 (418 links from 153 sites)
February 28, 2006 – 11,920 (306 links from 128 sites)
January 31, 2006 – 14,798 (294 links from 106 sites)
Have at least 200 feed readers
This was a quite disappointing area of the goals this past month. In March I was fluctuating between 125 and 145 and I continued to do the same thing all the way through April – no gain at all in this area. I'm still in a good position for the ultimate goal of 200, but it wasn't a good month for the feeds.
Overall I would say it was a mediocre month toward the goals. While I don't think I'll be spending too much time focusing on these areas again this month, I'm hoping that they will still do a bit better than they did in April.


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Exclusive Media has closed a deal with Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions for Parkland in Eastern Europe, Scandinavia, Iceland, Greece, Turkey and Latin America. The hot EFM title, which has Open Road in talks to distribute domestically, recounts the events at Dallas' Parkland Hospital on November 22, 1963. It's produced by Playtone partners Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman, Exclusive Media and The American Film Company. Bill Paxton is also a producer. Peter Landesman, who wrote the script, is making his directing debut here. Cast includes Zac Efron, Marcia Gay Harden, Billy Bob Thornton, Jacki Weaver, Paul Giamatti, Jackie Earle Haley, Colin Hanks, Ron Livingston, Mark Duplass and Tom Welling. Foreign sales were also completed in Australia and New Zealand (Roadshow), France (Metropolitan), Italy (RAI), Israel (United King) and Hong Kong (Golden Harvest), among others. The SPWA deal was negotiated by Alex Walton for Exclusive and Michael Helfand, Joe Matukewicz and Jon Freedberg on behalf of SPWA.
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Tom Welling will be great because he is a talented actor and has a great personality!
I agree with Nola, can't wait to see Tom exercise his acting chops. He deserves so many good things!


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WebWorks brings control to Web Properties
Boston, US and London, UK - Vamosa, a provider of software and solutions for Enterprise Content Governance (ECoG), today announced the beta release of WebWorks, a software tool dedicated to helping web operations teams deliver value for the business, including transforming the web experience of customers. This announcement shows the company's commitment to providing easily configured point solutions for key stakeholders as part of the rollout of its ECoG suite. This follows the recently announced partnership with MetaVis, to distribute a suite of tools designed for SharePoint Administrators.
WebWorks, the new Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) collaborative portal for managing web projects, serves as the central hub for web teams to gain control of their content. WebWorks takes the complexity out of optimizing web sites and managing associated projects, by automatically identifying important accessibility, compliance, SEO and brand challenges and providing the web team with a collaborative portal to resolve them.
"Web operations teams are under increasing pressure to gain control of their published content on the web and to maximize the usage and value from that content," said Ian Smith, CEO, Vamosa. "Utility software that adds value right out of the box is the key to addressing these needs. WebWorks identifies problem areas automatically and presents them to the web team via a collaborative portal so that they can address them quickly. Specifically, we see five clear results for clients; optimized web sites, the ability to prioritize web projects, a transformed customer experience and a snapshot of what is being published on the web with a comprehensive audit trail. The unique dashboard will provide relevant intelligence to calculate ROI."
Vamosa has recently announced the distribution and support of MetaVis Architect Suite in Europe. The partnership supports Vamosa's strategy to provide comprehensive solutions for governing and migrating to SharePoint 2007 and SharePoint 2010. The Architect Suite includes metadata and migration software to help design efficient taxonomy structures, easily move and classify content in SharePoint for improved site documentation and navigation.
Mark Gilbert, Research Vice President at Gartner said, "In the paper-based world, a filing cabinet would sit in every corner of every office and would contain the single vision of the truth. A process would exist around the file structures ensuring the right versions were used. However, in the digital world, we've become careless and store things in our personal taxonomies whether that's in local folders or just emails. The end result is that multiple copies exist and we've lost the notion of how a team should organize content. Clearly this all negatively impacts business process and content. If an enterprise has inadequate content in one ECMS, then moving it to another will not really help the business. Content Governance is essential to the success of the digital world."
Smith continued, "Bringing order to the chaos of digital content through a comprehensive strategy for Enterprise Content Governance (ECoG) is the driver behind the expansion of our SharePoint practice with the deployment of the MetaVis Suite. These award winning tools help SharePoint Administrators with the daily task of organizing SharePoint environments for improved search, findability and e-discovery."
WebWorks will be generally available from July 2010. The MetaVis Architecture Suite is available now. Visit www.vamosa.com for more information.
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Stands 5'11"- 6'11" with pedistal base. Latex and poly foam - steel armature. Resin eyes/teeth/and claws. Custom outfit, including leather letterman's jacket. Burgundy pennyloafers and...NFT modacrylic Movie Quality Fur.


text: Share: 14 Pointers for Perfect Potatoes Baked or fried, boiled or mashed, potatoes are a true comfort food. Here are tips for making your favorite potato recipes perfect every time. 1 - 15 View all thumbnails Potato Varieties The versatility of the potato makes it stand out, but it also has a long shelf life, is low in cost and offers a wealth of vitamins and minerals. While there are some 100 different varieties of potatoes, most fall into one of five types: russet, white, round, red and sweet. Scroll through the following slides to learn more about each. Russet Often called Idahos, russets are oblong thick-skinned potatoes. They are perfect for baking and mashing because their texture is light and fluffy. Due to their crumbly flesh, russets do not hold their shape when cooked, so they are not suggested for salads or casseroles. They are, however, great for frying because they stay crispy on the outside, soft on the inside and don't absorb as much oil as other potatoes. White White potatoes are similar in shape to russets. Even though they can be baked, they are known as boilers because they hold their shape so well when cooked this way. They are often used in casseroles, soups and stews. White potatoes are also referred to as long whites. Round Sometimes called Irish potatoes, round potatoes are similar to whites but have thinner and smoother skin. Rounds are also ideal for boiling and for dishes where they are cut because they, too, hold their shape. Red Red potatoes are popular for boiling and steaming. They have a thin skin, but the skin's red pigment makes the potato a colorful choice for salads. New Also known as early or immature potatoes, these are simply smaller versions of their full-grown counterparts. They are fresh from a garden and have never been placed in storage. Available in both red and white, they taste best when boiled or steamed. Sweet The sweet potato is a high-energy food that is chock-full of vitamins and minerals. When used in recipes, sweet potatoes are interchangeable with yams. They can be boiled, baked or candied. Prepare Potatoes like a Pro When it comes to cooking potatoes, there are several simple ways to achieve tasty results. Regardless of the cooking method you choose, avoid using aluminum or iron pots as they can turn potatoes gray. And while you can peel the potatoes first, try leaving the skins on for a nutritious change of pace. Scroll through the following slides to learn how to best prepare potatoes. Boiling Cut large potatoes into pieces. Place the pieces in a saucepan and cover with water. Cover and bring to a boil. Boil for 15-30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender; drain well. (If you boil russets, it's recommended that you peel them first as their skins will likely come off during boiling.) Steaming Place potato pieces in a steamer basket over 1 inch of boiling water in a pan. Cover and steam until tender, 15-30 minutes. Baking Pierce whole potatoes several times with a fork. Bake directly on an oven rack or on a baking sheet at 375° for 45-60 minutes or until potato feels soft when gently squeezed. Russet potatoes bake the best. If a soft-skinned potato is preferred, wrap it in foil or rub it with oil before baking. Microwaving Pierce whole potatoes and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Place quartered potatoes in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and cook on high until tender, about 9-12 minutes; stir halfway through. Cooking Sweet Potatoes Place whole sweet potatoes in a large pan and cover with water. Cover and boil gently until potatoes can easily be pierced with a fork, about 30-45 minutes; drain. (Sweet potatoes peel easier after they have been cooked and are cool enough to handle.) Sweet potatoes can be baked in the oven like russets; however, their juices may escape while baking. Be sure to put them on a baking sheet or place foil beneath them. Have a Pound of Potatoes? 1 Pound of Potatoes Equals: 3 medium russet potatoes 8 to 10 small new potatoes 2-1/4 cups diced or sliced uncooked potatoes 3 medium sweet potatoes 2 cups mashed potatoes Potato Recipes 25 New Ways to Make Mashed Potatoes Baking with Sweet Potatoes Baked Potato Recipes Potato Salad Recipes Twice-Baked Potatoes Scalloped Potato Recipes ‹ › Back to slideshow Potato Varieties Russet White Round Red New Sweet Prepare Potatoes like a Pro Boiling Steaming Baking Microwaving Cooking Sweet Potatoes Have a Pound of Potatoes? Potato Recipes Popular Collections Grilling Collections Farmers Market Recipes Quick & Easy Recipes Healthy Recipes Email a Friend Send a link to this slideshow to your friends, along with a personal message. From: To: Use commas(,) to separate up to 5 emails. We will not maintain any record of these emails. Your Name: Your Message: Send me a copy: Send Cancel Please wait... OK


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It's funny that one of the questions that was asked was incorrect to begin with, and was answered. Here it is: 2. "If you make a Gwildor figure, what's the over/under on him coming with a bucket of chicken?
Oh, totally must do the bucket of chicken!"
Gwildor never had chicken, it was a bucket of BBQ Ribs. Just a piece of info if they really did want to make that accessory for fans.
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I thought it was put on their so people wouldn't "play" with them and have them explode like the Goddess. (I'm just messing with ya!). (For the record, my Goddess is still in perfect condition!)
But seriously, thank you for the clarity...it makes sense. Mattel has to have stricter safety standards because they have a wide variety of age groups that they cater to whereas a smaller company like NECA only focuses on older "kids" and adults. My question is...you said that you have universal safety measures and that you make baby toys as well as adult toys. I can't imagine that the same safety measures go into play with a 6+ toy that goes into a baby toy. You don't include small pieces in a baby toy but can put them into a 6+ toy...so, likewise, why can't you put sharp edges on an "adult" toy and not on a 6+ toy?
(PS...CURSE you ToyGuru...The Mighty Spector is really growing on me...)
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And just to make it clearer. The bucket Gwildor had was full of Ribs and Chicken. Gwildor and Teela had ribs, Man-At-Arms had a piece of chicken.
I enjoy these even though they aren't able to answer some of the questions asked.
I am a bit curious as to why some fans think this is more of a 'matty interrogation' or 'matty spoiler time' where they have to answer anything we ask.
Right or wrong, buying a sub tells Mattel you want more MOTUC figures. Not buying does tells them you don't. Don't let MOTUC end early because you might not like their marketing strategy! Plus polls show you won't regret subbing!
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They don't have the movie rights, and the original Gwildor didn't have a bucket accessory, so I'm kind of doubting our favorite Thenurian is going to get his ribs. Maybe a bucket of KFC if they can wangle those rights...
As for the safety standards, I understand the difference. NECA is only known for making collectors figures, whereas the Mattel label is far more likely to be associated with kids toys. And for those who want some sharper teeth and such, I refer you to the Heap figure made by McFarlane many years ago. You can't even pick him up without taking a chance of gouging out a piece of skin because a lot the pieces of trash imbedded in him are sharp as glass. I like to be able to pick up my figures without needing first aid afterwards...
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"I will use this power for all the good that can be done, to work for peace, to encourage virtue, and above all, to preserve life in all its forms..." Superman
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Now that you have the Filmation rights, would a Filmation Skeletor be more of an added head to another figure ala Demo-Man, or his own release in the variant quarterly slot?
While we are going to be doing new Filmation characters (like Shadow Weaver) in Classics style, there really arent plans to do animated versions of the characters or Filmation versions unless the Filmation version is extremely different from the vintage/classic toy. King Randor is a good example as his Filmation look was very different from his toy.
Are Filmation variants going to be taking up the quarterly variant slots or will they be more like Vikor where they are different enough that they deserve their own monthly slot?
As mentioned above, if a character had a true different version/outfit in either Filmation or 200X they could be a candidate for a Quarterly slot. Randor (once again) is an example that works for both series actually! (not that this is a hint, just a good visual example).
Well....Well..... Well ! This is going make TRUE Filmation (Variant) fans/lovers very... very SAD & ANGRY !!!!
MOTUC will NEVER be complete without Filmation Heads like Skeletor, Mer-Man, Teela ETC !!! Heck, I am damn ready to buy these as full figures too !!!
You give Alcala Skeletor head (FYI - this was also from "animated" comic book), which I am ABSOLUTELY happy about.... but then, refusing for Filmation version head ???
This is such a SHAMEFULL DECISION by Mattel & TG !!
Scott, you have made my day..................... (DISGUSTED) !!!!!!!!!!
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Matty Has Been Matted For 2017 !
Now I Seriously Hope Super 7 Makes Me Feel I Am In Heaven !!
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Can someone PM me the US number for Matty? I want to talk to someone who might has a clue of what is going on.
Evil will always triumph because good is dumb.
Does not mean never and you do know that if they do have this planned they sure as heck are not going to tell us in a random QA
And Im sorry you are overstating how bad it would be if we never got filmation Skelly and Heman, when this line ends there will be 100 different people with a 100 different figures that should have been made to "complete" the line.
I 100% guarantee if they made Filmation Heman and Skelly but never made sea hawk or Gwildor or any other random figure, there would be people upset. Its a lose lose situation, they will never be able to make everyone ones collection "complete"
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& not so funny Fan Fic: War of Attrition
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AT&T will give Cricket subscribers the opportunity to buy a new handset for little or no cost. Cricket's 4.5 million subscribers will be merged with AT&T's Aio customers to form the "new" Cricket Wireless, which will launch in the second quarter of this year. Last July, AT&T announced that it was purchasing Cricket's parent Leap Wireless for $1.2 billion in cash and the assumption of $2.8 billion in debt. The deal recently received the green light from regulators and AT&T just closed on it last week.
Jennifer Van Buskirk, president of the new Cricket, says that customers can look forward to lower and more aggressive pricing when the pre-paid carrier re-opens for business. "We're going to get aggressive in this space with pricing," Van Buskirk said. "There's lots more to come as we get closer to launch."
"For existing Cricket customers, there's nothing they need to do now. But we're going to be reaching out to them individually via text message to let them know when they can start to visit the stores to look at the new offering."-Jennifer Van Buskirk, president, the new Cricket
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Wellington became the only team to remain undefeated on day two of the Provincial A tournament at the New Zealand Cricket High Performance Centre in Lincoln. Having seen off Canterbury yesterday, Wellington posted a 93 run bonus point win over Central Districts to go top of the table on ten points.
Canterbury and Auckland also picked up victories, with the hosts beating southern rivals Otago by six wickets and Auckland getting on the board with a 42 run win over neighbours Northern Districts.
The batting performance of the day once again came from Wellington, who made 300 for five in their 50 overs. Josh Brodie followed his 95 up yesterday with 110 at the top of the innings and is currently the leading run-scorer at the tournament.
Canterbury's Keryn Ambler had the top individual score of the day though, making an unbeaten 123 against Otago to see his side home chasing 215.
Andrew Lamb remains the top wicket-taker at the end of the second round, having taken three wickets today to take his overall tally to seven. Wellington's Barry Rhodes was the only player to take four scalps today, with his eight overs going for 29 runs.
Wellington – 10
Auckland – 4
Canterbury – 4
Otago - 4
Central Districts – 4
Northern Districts - 0


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Raekwon Hits Vancouver
One of the most outspoken members of the iconic Wu Tang Clan, Raekwon brought Vancouver a much needed dose of the wu. There was no better stage for this master lyricist and no better crowd then the fine folks at Fortune Soundclub. Unfortunately for anybody who made the long trek to Tennessee for this years Bonnaroo music festival would have noticed this certain member absent from what was promised to be a highly anticipated event. "Due to malpractice business, faulty shit that I cant stand I couldn't attend that; know what i mean?" Raekwon admitted to being the main reason he was not at one of the biggest shows of the year. "I was glad that my family still went out there and represented it and did what they were supposed to do." Although he wished he could have been out on that stage it still stands to show that after 20 years the Wu is still as dysfunctional as ever. Financial disputes, personal beefs and everything in between has made for the Wu saga to constantly be an interesting story to follow.
With a new album on its way F.I.L.A (Fly International Luxurious Art) will be out later this year and promises to give fans a new perspective to vibe with. "I've been working real hard, I've been working on the last 8-9 months straight building some new production thats amazing." he wants the translation of the record to reflect that "I am a street rapper from 1 – 6 and I am a businessman man from 6 –12."It's that respected view that will show both sides to Rae as he translates for a more solo focused career. This album will be out closer to September and promises to be a star studded affair. Finally we spoke about his love for the city of Vancouver, "It's a money city, you can tell there is money out here." "You got mad hip hop heads out here, I would live out here" Raekwon proudly proclaimed.
At the very end Raekwon thanked me for my time, got up and hit the stage to blow the roof off Fortune. An already highly amped crowd Rae hit us with all our favourite classics from a twenty-two year span of work. It didn't matter that he was 6 members light the crowd filled in perfectly. His witty stage antics, lighting quick flow and all around aura that took in everything it surrounded made for one of the best shows of the year. Most rappers will do just a verse or two from a collaborated song but not Raekwon he hit us with full tracks and a very Wu heavy set. Highlight of the night had to be the stage banter between Rae and an extremely drunk die hard fan who thought he could be Cappadonna to the point of a bet being made that would end with one of the two slamming an entire bottle of Hennessy.
"I only got my word son!" he said with out a beat to this intoxicated fan but after some thought and deliberation all bets were squashed and the show continued to the delight of fans across the room. Nearing the end of the show, possibly one of the most impressive single man performances of the hardest songs to rap; Triumph showed us his true power as he blasted every lyric mostly word for word for six minutes until completion.
And after all the dust settled, the bar lights came up and the crowd gathered itself after witnessing one of hip hops biggest icons it was time to go home. We enjoyed ourselves, we met one of our heroes and got to cross an event off our bucket list. Next time Raekwon the Chef hits the stage in Vancouver it be foolish to skip out on this for any reason. Maybe, If we are lucky he'll bring a few of our favourites with him to see the songs from our most beloved rap record come to life finally in Vancouver.
Look out for his new record this fall!
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The 12 finalists for induction into Strong's National Toy Hall of Fame in Rochester, New York are bubble wrap, Care Bears, Clue, coloring books, Dungeons & Dragons, Fisher-Price Little People, Nerf, pinball, Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots, swing, Transformers, and Uno. Only two to three finalists will join other toys in the hall and sit alongside past inductees such as Barbie, Monopoly, Star Wars action figures, and Mr. Potato Head. [Read more...]
National Toy Hall of Fame Reveals Finalists
Toy Industry Association Celebrates 100 Years with Toy Halls of Fame Exhibit
The Toy Industry Association (TIA) kicked off its centennial anniversary celebrations last Thursday with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Toys Halls of Fame exhibit at The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, New York. The event honored those who have contributed to the toy industry's evolution and success and recognized TIA members who have brought play to generations of children. Later that night, TIA members and industry greats came together to honor toy industry pioneers and luminaries to celebrate the TIA's 100th anniversary at the evening dinner reception. [Read more...]
The Strong Now Accepting Nominations for Induction into National Toy Hall of Fame
Toy enthusiasts are invited to nominate their favorite classic toy or game for induction into The Strong museum's National Toy Hall of Fame. Submissions are being accepted through July 31.
Etch A Sketch Turns 55 This Month
First introduced by The Ohio Art Company as a mechanical drawing toy, the Etch A Sketch turns 55 years old on July 12. To date, more than 175 million units have been sold worldwide since it made its debut in 1960, according to The Ohio Art Company.
Etch A Sketch Turns 55
Etch A Sketch, which turns 55 this year, was first introduced in the U.S. by The Ohio Art Company as a mechanical drawing toy. Since debuting at the American International Toy Fair in New York City in 1960 (It became the No. 1 selling toy for Christmas of 1960), it has sold more than 175 million units. [Read more...]
Bubbles, Little Green Army Men, and Rubik's Cube Inducted into National Toy Hall of Fame
The 2014 National Toy Hall of Fame inductees are bubbles, little green army men, and Rubik's Cube. The inductees were revealed at a public ceremony, which took place at the National Toy Hall of Fame at the Strong National Museum of Play this morning.
The honorees were selected from a field of 12 finalists that also included American Girl dolls, Fisher-Price Little People, Hess Toy Trucks, My Little Pony, Operation Skill Game, paper airplanes, pots and pans, Slip-N-Slide, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
2014 National Toy Hall of Fame Finalists Revealed
The 12 finalists for induction into The Strong's National Toy Hall of Fame this year include American Girl dolls, My Little Pony, Rubik's Cube, and more.
Here is the full list of finalists:
- American Girl Dolls
- Bubbles
- Fisher-Price Little People
- Hess Toy Trucks
- Little Green Army Men
- My Little Pony
- Operation Skill Game
- Paper Airplane
- Pots and Pans
- Rubik's Cube
- Slip'N Slide
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
The Hall of Fame at The Strong museum in Rochester, N.Y., announced the finalists on Monday. A ceremony at The Strong on November 6 will reveal this year's inductees.
National Toy Hall of Fame Nominations Deadline July 31
Do you have a favorite toy that deserves to join the ranks of Star Wars action figures, Tonka Trucks, Slinky, and other classic playthings in the National Toy Hall of Fame at The Strong? To nominate a classic toy, visit www.toyhalloffame.org/nominate or mail your selection to: National Toy Hall of Fame at The Strong, One Manhattan Square, Rochester, NY 14607. Submissions for nominations must be received by the museum by July 31.
On November 7, the National Toy Hall of Fame will reveal the identity of the newest toy inductees. The induction will be followed by a public weekend celebration November 9 and 10.
The National Toy Hall of Fame at The Strong recognizes toys that have engaged and delighted multiple generations, inspiring them to learn, create, and discover through play. Criteria for induction include: Icon-status (the toy is widely recognized, respected, and remembered); Longevity (the toy is more than a passing fad and has enjoyed popularity over multiple generations); Discovery (the toy fosters learning, creativity, or discovery through play); and Innovation (the toy profoundly changed play or toy design). A toy may be inducted on the basis of this criterion without necessarily having met all of the first three. [Read more...]
The Strong Announces National Toy Hall of Fame Finalists
Courtesy of Toy Industry Association
After reviewing thousands of nominations submitted this year by toy lovers of all ages, The Strong in Rochester, Ny., has announced the 12 nominees for induction into the National Toy Hall of Fame. Two finalists will be inducted on Thursday, November 15.
The finalists for 2012 are: Clue, dominoes, Fisher-Price Corn Popper, Lite-Brite, little green army men, Magic 8 Ball, pogo stick, sidewalk chalk, Simon, Star Wars action figures, tea set, and Twister. The selected winners will join the ranks of 49 toy luminaries already in the Hall of Fame, including Candy Land, cardboard box, Crayola Crayons, Duncan Yo-Yo, Mr. Potato Head, Radio Flyer Wagon, and Tinkertoy.


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Tadmore Shrine
Welcome to the Tadmor Shrine in Akron, Ohio
Shriners International is a fraternity based on fun, fellowship and the Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief and truth. There are just under 300.000 members from 195 temples (chapters) in the U.S., Canada, Mexico,the Republic of Panama, the Philippines and Germany.
Be a Shriner Now
Shriners International support Shriners Hospitals for Children, a one-of-a-kind international health care system of 22 hospitals dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing specialty pediatric care in orthopedics, cleft lip and palate, spinal cord injury, burn care, innovative research and outstanding teaching programs. Since 1922, Shriners Hospitals for Children have significantly improved the lives of almost 1 million children.


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Lightweight tribal inspired print skort featuring a flat front with a hidden side zip, button closures and a high waist. Braided tie belt around the waist. Side slits.
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Orlando Interior Design and Remodeling Show
February 5, 2009 by FM · Leave a Comment
Furniture Decorating Magazine, one of our sister publications, will be attending the Orlando Interior Design and Remodeling Show to cover the event and meet Orlando area business owners. Held at the Orange County Convention Center, the Interior Design and Remodeling Show houses the newest home products and interior design businesses.
Furniture Decorating will be offering reduced rates for promotional opportunities within the online magazine, as well as covering interesting events at the Orlando Interior Design and Remodeling Show. Visitors will be able to enter into a drawing by signing up for the free service, and learn more about how they can share, connect, and promote on Furniture Decorating. Be sure to visit booth 252 at the Orlando Interior Design and Remodeling Show to learn more!
Virtual Room Planner
A virtual room planner is a vital tool for anyone trying to make a multi-functional living space. Let's face it, if you're in the market for a futon, you are either crunched for space or desiring a versatile room that can convert from living room to bedroom and retain the conveniences of both. Using a virtual room planner will allow you to decide the right size of furniture, as well as the best positioning of your futon.
Why Use a Virtual Room Planner?
A virtual room planner is very useful for futon buyers, as it allows you to visualize the amount of space taken up by your futon in the bed and sofa positions. This is crucial, as you'll want to be sure that the futon can be opened and used easily.
Use a virtual room planner to verify the following:
- Make sure that the futon has enough room to extend into bed position. For a full size futon, this is about 78″ of depth. If your virtual room planner allows you to resize a sofa, change the depth to about 54″ to simulate an opened futon (the last 24″ are leg space).
- If your futon requires you to convert it from bed to sofa from the side, allow yourself at least 2 feet of clearance on one side to do so. If your futon is going into a corner, you may want to use a matching end table to create a balanced look.
- If furniture like end tables or coffee tables must be moved, use a virtual room planner to be sure that they have a space in the same room that is logical and useful. This will create a more inviting feeling.
Best Virtual Room Planners
The following virtual room planners are the easiest to use and we think are the best for home decorators.
HGTV Virtual Room Planner
The HGTV virtual room planner has a very simple interface and a lot of easy to configure options. While there is no rendering option, the top down view gives you everything you need to create an award winning design. Clicking on the menu to the left changes what clicking on the room view does, and your design will probably turn out the best if you resize the four walls they provide you, and then insert doors and windows as needed from their "Structural Items" menu. Also be sure to right click on any items on the floorplan of your virtual room planner to discover some nifty options that really allow you to customize your floorplan.
Lay-Z-Boy Virtual Room Planner
While it might not have been the first place you looked, the virtual room planner by Lay-Z-Boy furniture is much easier to use and has a slick interface that makes it very fun to use. We recommend using the "generic" furniture tab to build your room. The technology behind this tool is very advanced and prints much larger pictures than the HGTV virtual room planner, however resizing, building in additional walls, and rotating objects can be difficult as the furniture does not automatically snap into place. If you use the blue "I" button attached to each element, you'll find that you can manually type in size and rotation, similar the the HGTV room planner's right click menu.
Both of these virtual room planners have what you need to create a winning design that compliments the dimensions of your futon.
Dorm Furnature
October 9, 2008 by FM · Leave a Comment
Dorm Furnature
Dorm furnature is a humorous search performed by thousands of college students every year. Over the course of their studies, the considerable amount of English language coursework ahead of them will surely illuminate them to their spelling faux pas. The good news is, if these would-be collegate scholars were on a mission to find comfy dorm furniture">, Futon Magazine has the inside line on the best(and the worst)college picks.
Dorm Furnature for Sleeping
If you're looking to send your daughter or son off to university, it is crucial that they get the best quality of sleep possible. Late study nights and unfamiliar surroundings can make a comfortable 8 hours of sleep an improbable event. Try to find a futon mattress that is comfy for sleeping and sitting, with an emphasis on higher quality materials. Dorm furnature futons are generally 8″ in thickness and use plenty of high-density foam. This makes the mattress both more comfortable and more durable, unlike cheap store-bought futons that measure out to a lumpy 4″ thickness.
If the budget is tight, shoot for the cheapest all-wood futon frame you can find and the nicest futon mattress in the budget. Because the futon mattress can be used on a platform bed later on in life, a high quality futon is a long-lasting improvement on your son or daughter's quality of living.
Dorm Furnature for Studying
Uncomfortable surroundings are a common distraction from studying. Because of this, you should ensure that you child's dorm furnature is responsive to a studying environment. Futon frames with extending tray arms are an amazing addition if space allows. Commonly, college students are struggling to transcribe important details from text-books and lecture notes into a concise study guide, only to find their desk too uncomfortable and their bed unsupportive. This amazing piece of dorm furnature bridges the gap between both, making it a welcome addition to any study space.
How does a Wall Hugger Futon Work?
October 2, 2008 by FM · Leave a Comment
Wall Hugger futons are one of the more popular futon frames on the market. Popularized by the Strata Furniture Carriage Collection, wall hugger futon frames have the distinct ability to change from sofa to bed without marring your living room wall. This creates a classy feel and convenient operation, as well as a practical space saving design.
Operating a Wall Hugger Futon Frame
Wall hugger futon frames lay down without scratching the back wall. An inventive leg extends from the main body section to provide additional support to the mattress section. An elastic band holds the leg against the wall-hugger to ensure consistent, rigid contact. To put the frame back into the sofa position, simply lift the seat portion and push the legs back into the sofa position. The legs actually work as a brace to keep the wall hugger futon in the sofa position, so it's important to push them in all the way.
How Durable are Wall Hugger Futon Frames?
Wall hugger futon frames have been given a reputation of unreliability. This misconception is due in part to the difference in operation from a standard futon. The operation requires that you push the legs all the way in to convert from a bed to a sofa. If the operator forgets to push the legs in or only pushes them in partially, the entire weight of the futon frame will be placed on a small area that will likely fail. To this effect, most manufacturers put large reminder stickers on the underside of the legs to help you remember the correct method to convert the futon frame.
Best Futons - A Comprehensive List
September 25, 2008 by FM · Leave a Comment
Searching for the best futons can be a difficult and daunting task. There are several factors that many customers encounter when searching for the best futon for their home. This blog will lead you in the right direction when it comes to the best futons.
Best Futon: Bifold Futon Frame
One of the best futons available when on a budget is the Bifold Futon Frame. This futon continues to be a popular futon due to its strength and uncanny features, such as several lounge positions. The Bifold consists of an Appalachian tulip poplar that is stronger than many other woods used, even on the best futons. These features and low cost is one of the many reasons why the Bifold continues to be of the best futons. It is also one of the best futons to assemble.
Best Futon: Eureka Futon Frame
The Eureka continually remains one of the best futons due to it simple, armless design. If you were looking for a futon that was similar to the Bifold, but with more class, the Eureka is for you. Many customers love the armless design, because it allows them to have a full size futon frame, yet still meet their spacial concerns. The attention to details and will remind you why the Eureka is one of the best futons available.
Best Futon: Manhattan Futon Frame
When I think of the best city in the world, I think Manhattan. When I think of one of the best futons in the world, I think of the Manhattan Futon Frame. This futon frame is one of the best futons when it comes to design and strength. The Manhattan futon is also apart of the August Lotz line of futons that won the Consumer Digest "Best Buy" award, just another reason why the Manhattan is one of the best futons.
Best Futon: Adriana Futon Frame
The Adriana futon frame is king when it comes to the best futons. The Adriana continues the tradition of wall-hugger futon frames, made famous by Strata Furniture, and is why Strata is considered to offer some of the best futons imaginable. This futon frame has a full finished back, meaning that this futon can be placed directly in the middle of the room without unsightly mechanisms in plain sight. The attention to detail and innovative features is the reason why Strata's Adriana futon frame is one of the best futons in the industry.
This list of best futons should help aid your search when looking for the best futons available. Conduct your research well and don't be frustrated, looking for the best futon for your home may take a while.
Are Innerspring Futon Mattresses the Best?
September 25, 2008 by FM · Leave a Comment
The innerspring futon mattress has been around for a decade or longer, and there are clear benefits to owning a futon mattress created this way. All too often, we hear of retailers who order innerspring futon mattresses on the belief that a spring based futon mattress must be the most comfortable, because everyone sleeps on a traditional spring mattress. What many futon companies wish you knew is that innerspring is only one of the options available, and it might not be the best fit for you.
How does an Innerspring Futon Mattress Feel?
Innerspring mattress come in two basic designs:
- Pocketed coil futon mattresses
- Embedded coil futon mattresses
Pocketed coil futon mattresses are of a much higher quality construction than a embedded coil futon mattress. An embedded coil futon mattress depends on partial interaction with a foam layer, and the use of a metal "skeleton" to keep the coils in place. The skeleton helps the futon mattress bend into a sofa shape, while the foam layer helps disperse the force of the compressed springs across the mattresses. Unfortunately, this centralized pressure makes it easy to feel the springs location, and the use of cotton tends to make this mattress uneven and lumpy.
To solve this issue, futon artists invented the pocketed coil futon mattress. The pocketed coil futon mattress envelops each spring in a cotton pouch that prevents it from interfering with other nearby springs. In addition, this type of mattress typically incorporates a much larger amount of foam and little to no cotton, making a smoother, softer mattress. Because of this, the mattress actually feels less bouncy and more like a premium foam mattress.
Alternatives to Innerspring Futon Mattresses
Because the best innerspring mattresses includes a high foam content, many people opt to skip the springs altogether. The resulting mattress gives you a more progressive support than a foam/spring combination. Without getting into too many technical terms, this translates to more support for heavier sleepers and a lighter touch for smaller people and children. This responsive support also comes in a lighter package that is easier to convert from futon to bed.
There is one major downside to all-foam mattresses. Mattress foam is a petroleum product, meaning that it is likely to increase in cost over the next decade and likely match or exceed the price of premium innerspring futon mattresses. Soy foam mattresses, while a clever idea, only offset a tiny percentage of petroleum in current formulations. In the end, it will be your personal decision on which futon mattress makes you feel the best.
Futon Information
August 15, 2008 by FM · Leave a Comment
Finding futon information can be easy when you know where to look. Many futon websites provide excellent detailed information about futon furniture products that will help you get well on your way to becoming a futon expert. Before we recommend a list futon resources where you can find helpful futon information, let's make sure we understand the basics first.
Basic Futon Information
The first thing to understand about futons is that the term "futon" is often generalized to mean the basic three parts of a futon sofa:
- Futon Frame - This is the foundation of the futon sofa made of wood or metal
- Futon Mattress Pad - The pad that folds as a sofa cushion and can lie flat when needed to serve as a bed mattress
- Futon Slip Cover - The decorative and protective covering that can be removed and replaced when needed
Because the word "futon" originally described the mattress portion only (before the futon was "Americanized"), the futon mattress pad itself is still often referred to as a "futon" as well. Just be aware of that both terms mean futon as this can prove helpful when discussion futon information in general.
Functions of the Modern Futon
The primary use of a futon is a substitution for the traditional sofa sleeper. While the this type of sofa bed is still quite popular, the futon sofa has gained massive market share over the years since it was first introduced to the United States. Like the traditional sofa bed, a futon can serve as a second bed for guests, a primary bed for small spaces like studios and dorm rooms, and can always gives the user the option for use as a place to sit when converted to the sofa position.
Which is Better? Futon vs Sleeper Sofa
Many in the futon industry will point out that a good quality futon sofa bed will generally be of better quality and higher comfort level than a sofa bed of equal price. This generalization may go only so far, however, as futons in the $2000 range might have very comparable sofa sleeper counterparts. As a general rule, however, consumers are urged to test sofa bed while in the bed position for comfort, especially at prices below a thousand dollars. For that matter, if you are going to spend more than a thousand dollars, you are even more wise to test for comfort before you buy.
The winning point, however, might be the consumers' experience with traditional sofa beds. Often consumers complain of experiencing sagging mattresses of older and/or lower quality traditional sofa sleepers. With this type of unit, a guest will often complain about the "bar-in-the-back" experience, which occurs when the mattress sags so far that the sleeper actually rests on a metal support bar beneath the cushion.
Futon Dealers Offer Better Product Information
Negative experiences are sure to be had when people buy the cheaper "big-box" futon sofa products sold by major low and medium priced department stores, however. The old saying of you get what you paid can certainly apply to futon sofas as well. Owners of cheap quality futon sofas likely wish they had better futon information before they bought. These futon owners are generally the unhappy futon owners. Don't buy cheap if possible.
To help avoid this experience seek out futon dealers who specialize in futons. These companies will offer the best information about futons to help you make a sound judgment come purchase time. In contrast, when a salesperson cannot talk in specifics about a given futon product it might be considered that the salesperson does not have full command of the product and lacks the knowledge to help you make a sound decision. Look elsewhere for help and make sure your dealer has solid, believable futon information.
Finally, be prepared to ask a lot of questions, especially if you are shopping on the Internet. Those who ask the most questions generally have the most favorable futon experiences in the end. Getting more information about the futon you are considering will easily make your investment that much more worth while. Best of luck!
Futon Informational Resources
Go to the Futon Association for general futon information. The Futon Association offers non-biased futon dealer information to help you find a dealer in your area or a reputable futon dealer online. For more information and resources, review our Helpful Futon Resources listing where you can discover other important resources with futon information.
Futon Dealers to Consider
Futons Etc Factory Outlet has an excellent blog which is filled with useful futon information. There "futon news" section provides all kinds of tips as well as relatively neutral sounding articles about products they sell. As always, take product reviews with a grain of salt when reading blogs from companies that sell the products under review. Still, Futons Etc Factory Outlet seems to do a respectable job of "sticking to the news" so to speak.
Another interesting stop is CSN Futons Advice Central. While this area of their website seems to promote the sale of their products more than might be palatable for some, it still offers a very usable guide to purchasing a futon and offers decent entry level information.
Possibly the best retail resource of futon information on the web comes from Futon Planet. This company prides itself on acting as the chief futon expert company around. While their ego may be loud, there is definitely no question that their site is jam packed with …
How to Change Your Futon From Bed to Sofa (and Back!)
August 12, 2008 by FM · Leave a Comment
One of the least understood concepts facing new futon owners is the operation of their futon frame. While there is no standardized mechanism, you will find that each manufacturer follows a similar set of guidelines. Futon frames can be sorted into five major catagories:
- Metal hinge futons
- Click clack futons
- Standard wood futons
- Front loading wood futons
- Wall hugging wood futons
In this article, we will focus on metal hinge futon frames and their operation.
Metal Hinged Futon Frames
Metal hinged futon frames are among the most common futons on the market. They are generally the only futon frames you can find in the big box stores. These frames tend to be very inexpensive and thusly easy to sell. The hinge, sometimes mistakenly called a click-clack hinge, usually has little to no warranty, and is prone to failure.
Metal Hinged Futon Operation Instructions
To convert your metal futon from sofa to bed:
- Lift up on the front of the seat deck until the back deck is laying completely horizontal.
- You will now be able to pull the seat deck down into a flat position.
To convert your metal futon from bed to sofa:
- Lift up on the front of the seat deck until the seat deck locks.
- Gently push the seat deck back down. Gravity should be doing most of the work as the crease of the futon frame rolls toward the back.
- The frame will come to a stop in the recline position. Reach to the top of the back deck. With your calf against the seat deck, pull the back deck toward you until it locks into the upright position.
That's it! If you have a heavy or extra firm mattress, you may have difficulty converting the frame at first. Over time, as the mattress becomes acclimated to the frame, conversion will become easier and easier!
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The Basis Point: – Why Mortgage rates should be lower but aren't – Mortgage backed securities (MBS) prices suggest rates should be lower (because rates drop when bond prices rise), but they're not because lenders aren't passing MBS improvements to consumer rate sheets for two main reasons.
Investor Junkie: – Bond ratings explained. – Bond credit ratings are without a doubt the most important measures in the bond market. Three major ratings agencies – Moody's, Standard and Poor's, and Fitch drive the bond market with their research into bond quality. So how do these ratings work?
MinyanVille: – Is CCC the new AAA? – No, CCC isn't the new AAA, but the market is starting to trade it that way. It was a decent week for fixed income, but what stood out for me was the strength in the high yield market. I thought the demand for high yield debt would subside and that the market felt toppy. Well, I was wrong.
Learn Bonds: – Will your balanced fund protect you in the next bear market? – A balanced fund is a pool of money that is invested in multiple asset classes. Balanced funds, as a collective group, are likely to outperform once again during the next bear market in equities, but I anticipate that outperformance to be less than many investors expect. Here is why.
Distressed Debt Investing: – Two great interviews with two distressed fund managers. – Two of the best fund managers in the distressed debt business talk about opportunities in the Argentine bonds and distressed debt markets.
Bloomberg: Central Banks ponder going beyond inflation mandates – Inside the world's oldest central bank, a new debate is raging over a dilemma facing monetary authorities around the globe.
WSJ: – Emerging-market balanced funds luring more investors. – A small group of emerging-market balanced mutual funds that offer lower volatility are drawing interest from risk-averse investors and their advisers.
Lord Abbett: – Munis make a compelling choice as the "cliff" closes in. – As the "fiscal cliff" approaches, muni bonds are looking more and more appealing. Zane Brown explains why.
Sober Look: – Corporate bonds outstanding exceed MBS for the first time in over 20 years. – For the first time in since 1991 the amount of corporate paper outstanding in the US is higher than the amount of mortgage related securities.
MorningStar: – Income vs. Total return: Who says you need to take sides? – In order to build a truly balanced portfolio most investors should give due consideration to securities' income-generating potential but within a total-return framework. Blending the two approaches allows investors to benefit from the stability that income-producing securities bring to the table without sacrificing diversification or chasing securities that, in hindsight, turn out to be yield traps.
ETF Trends: – How PIMCO manages its active ETFs. – While PIMCO is a relatively newer player in the exchange traded fund market, the fund company's offerings have made a big splash in the industry, especially after Bill Gross, founder and co-chief investment officer, adapted his flagship Total Return fund into an ETF investment vehicle.
NewOak: – Fixed income markets 2013 & "good" jobs report. – With interest rates so low and no real prospects of rising anytime soon, investors will continue searching for yield but remain on the edge because of US fiscal policy impasse and reform struggle in Europe, says Ron D'Vari, CEO and Co-Founder of NewOak Capital.
Bloomberg: – Illinois may face downgrade if no pension fix. – Illinois Governor Pat Quinn said the battle to control employee pension costs "is our fiscal cliff and we need to deal with it" or analysts in "green eyeshades" will lower the state's credit rating again.
NY Times: – Fed is likely to sustain its stimulus program. – The Federal Reserve is widely expected to announce on Wednesday that it will continue buying Treasury securities to stimulate growth in the New Year.
Napa Valley Register: – Bond buyers beware. – Over the past 12 years, equity markets chewed up and spit out many investors. Within a decade, the technology bubble, credit crisis and several other bears laid waste to stock equity. Many investors sought refuge in the bond market and have been rewarded. The bond market has performed relatively well in that time.
Forbes: – Muni bond manager's journal: Seasonal affective disorder. – Usually I'm reluctant to offer specific buying and selling advice because I simply don't know enough about a person's investments, goals and risk tolerance. However, after years as a portfolio manager of municipal bonds at TIAA-CREF, I've gradually come to realize something: The investment process I use to manage a multimillion-dollar mutual fund is actually not much different from the process I would suggest to most individual investors or their advisors. So what is it?
Financial News: – Covered bond CDS market flops. – A dealer initiative to create credit default swaps for the ultra-safe covered bonds market has flopped after a lack of interest from sceptical investors.
Bond Squawk: – High yield bond portfolio. – By choosing to own individual bonds, you will have greater control that could lead to better performance. Furthermore, you should have a better grasp of your investments and where you stand today in reaching your goals. So here's a look at Bondsquawk's High Yield Bond Portfolio which consists of 12 bonds, one from each diverse sector. The model is used to illustrate an active High Yield portfolio that has bonds rated from BB+ or lower.
Muni Net Guide: – Steep drop in home prices affects local tax bases. – Anticipated drops in local property taxes will most likely cause the states to intervene. And while they're at it, they need to introduce necessary local government reforms.
Bloomberg: – Franklin wins California muni bet surpassing competitors. – Franklin Advisers bet on California municipal bonds in 2009, when the state was so broke it had to use IOUs to pay its bills. The wager has enabled the company's flagship national tax-exempt fund to beat 89 percent of its peers in the past five years. It returned an annual 6.3 percent on average in the period, data compiled by Bloomberg shows.
As wrote this weekend, be careful assuming higher treasuries is sign of risk off rather than anticipation that fed pledges more buying
— TF Market Advisors (@TFMkts) December 10, 2012
Gross: Here comes da Fed! More check writing ahead. NO twisting. Buy 5-year Treasuries for short term trade.
— PIMCO (@PIMCO) December 9, 2012
Gross: Wlth tax pckn up steam Financl reprssion (- real rates), highr taxs on incm n captal.Cn't beat it but can ease pain.More tomrrw.
— PIMCO (@PIMCO) December 10, 2012
Two huge issues in Michigan as Obama arrives… potential Detroit bankruptcy and right-to-work pending legislation. Will O address these?
— Cate Long (@cate_long) December 10, 2012


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Nashville Symphony Invites Community to Tonight's Carnegie Hall Concert, 5/12
The Nashville Symphony invites members of the community join the orchestra when it performs at Carnegie Hall today, May 12, 2012.
Tonight's concert will be the finale of the Spring for Music festival, a celebration of America's most innovative orchestras. Tickets can be purchased through Sailair Travel and include an invitation to a special post-performance party with Nashville's civic and business leaders at New York's renowned Russian Tea Room. Airfare and discounted hotel rooms are also available through the agency. Visit RoadtoCarnegie.com for additional information and to submit an order form.
The Nashville Symphony was just one of six orchestras invited to perform at the 2012 Spring for Music festival, which spotlights ensembles committed to adventuresome programming. Nashville-based electric violinist Tracy Silverman will be the featured soloist on a brand-new piece written for him Terry Riley, the groundbreaking American composer whose music has influenced everyone from Philip Glass to The Who. In addition, the orchestra will perform the New York premiere of Charles Ives's Universe Symphony. This breathtaking work, which involves the participation of multiple ensembles and conductors, will unite the Nashville musical community as peers from local ensembles join the orchestra in this high-profile appearance.
"The Nashville Symphony's Carnegie Hall concert will showcase the dynamic, forward-thinking spirit of our community in front of a national audience," says CEO and President Alan Valentine. "In Nashville, we've seen firsthand that audiences are eager to hear new music, and our participation in this festival is a testament to the incredible support we've received from our patrons, who value our commitment to creative, risk-taking programming. This is a thrilling opportunity for our orchestra, and we hope that the community will join us for what promises to be an exciting adventure."
The May 2012 concert is the orchestra's second time to appear at Carnegie Hall. The Nashville Symphony's first Carnegie Hall performance, in 2000, launched the community's effort to build a world-class concert hall for the city of Nashville. In the decade since, the orchestra has opened the $123.5 Schermerhorn Symphony Center; hired its current Music Director, Giancarlo Guerrero; and released a string of critically acclaimed recordings, which have earned a total of six GRAMMY® Awards and 13 GRAMMY® nominations.
For more information and updates about the Nashville Symphony's Carnegie Hall concert, visit RoadtoCarnegie.com.
About Nashville Symphony
Led by Music Director Giancarlo Guerrero and President and CEO Alan D. Valentine, the Nashville Symphony has a growing international reputation for its recordings and innovative programming. With more than 140 performances annually, the 84-member Nashville Symphony is an arts leader in Nashville and beyond, offering a broad range of classical, pops and jazz concerts; special events; children's concerts and community engagement programs. The Nashville Symphony has received far-reaching acclaim for its 19 recordings on Naxos and one on Decca, making it one of the most active recording orchestras in the country. These recordings have received 13 total GRAMMY® nominations and six GRAMMY® wins, most recently for the orchestra's recording of works by Michael Daugherty.
About Spring for Music
Led by Artistic Director Thomas W. Morris, Spring for Music is a concentrated festival of concerts by North American symphony and chamber orchestras presented annually at Carnegie Hall at affordable prices, with an artistic profile built around innovative and creative programs. The festival is designed to allow participating orchestras to showcase their artistic philosophies through distinctive and adventurous programming in one of the world's most competitive musical environments. Participating orchestras in the 2012 Spring for Music, which runs May 7-12, include Houston Symphony, Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, New Jersey Symphony, Alabama Symphony and Milwaukee Symphony. Nashville Symphony will perform on the closing night of the festival.


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If you're looking for a holiday retreat full of a fun and lively atmosphere within easy reach of Playa de las America's attractions, the Green Garden Resort and Suites will oblige. Surrounded by lush gardens and full of activities and entertainment, as well as a marvellous lagoon-style swimming pool, this great complex has plenty to offers all guests. After a day sunbathing, swimming or sampling the delights of the hotel and Playa de las Americas, simply get-away from it all and head back to your comfortable room. From splashing about in the pools, participating in a game or enjoying a refreshing drink or two from the bar to simply soaking up sun on the nearby beach, there's something here for everyone. You'll also find a choice of two restaurants to dine out in, be it the a la carte restaurant or the pool snack restaurant which serves a buffet-breakfast to kick-start the day! For a fun day out, head to Siam Park waterpark, next door. Set in a tropical oasis, you can enjoy some of the most breathtaking water rides as well as visit the sea lion pool.
Green Garden Resort and Suites Facilities
• One bedroom apartment for up to 4 (max 3 adults or 2 adults/2 children) consists of • Twin room • Lounge with fold-out bed • Shower and wc • Kitchenette • Microwave • Toaster • Kettle • Fridge • Hairdryer • Satellite TV • Safety deposit box • Ceiling fan • Balcony or terrace • Maid service twice a week • Two bedroom apartments for up to 5 (max 4 adults/1 child) available at a supplement
• Table tennis • Billiards • Games room • Jacuzzi • Spa with treatments • Massages • 18-hole golf course (close by, under separate management)
All Inclusive means
• Meals: Full board with buffet-style breakfast, a la carte lunch and dinner. Snacks available between meal times. Cold snacks, afternoon tea and coffee available. • Drinks: Locally produced non-alcoholic drinks including tea, coffee and juices and locally produced alcoholic drinks 11am-11pm.
• Occasional evening entertainment • Shows • Occasional live music
• 2 swimming pools • FREE sunbeds and parasols • Internet access • FREE WiFi access • Self-service launderette • Minimarket • FREE courtesy bus to the beach (excluding Sundays)
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• Nearest beach: 1 km • Main resort area: 1 km • Nearest minimarket: on-site; supermarket: 750 metres • 121 rooms • Lift: 1 • Child age: 2-12 years • Official rating: 4 star • Some facilities and activities may incur a local charge
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• Pool snack bar serving buffet-breakfast or a la carte lunch • A la carte restaurant (open in winter)


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Wonderful Cruise, Ship & GLUTEN FREE Eating!: Carnival Glory Cruise Review by BBB&Blaze
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Wonderful Cruise, Ship & GLUTEN FREE Eating!
Destination: Western Caribbean
Embarkation: Miami
PRE CRUISE - We stayed at Holiday INN Port of Miami, good location..that's all. it was small, packed, slow elevator and no shuttle to the terminal. I don't recommend this place.
EMBARKATION - smooth and fairly quick
OUR STATEROOM- Typical Carnival room BUT here's a tip... porthole rooms are priced as interior and are a few square feet bigger plus windows! We had chosen to go with a cheaper room this time and were happy with the porthole windows. Deck 2 forward was plenty quiet and since we tried to commit to not gaining 10 pounds we actually took stairs the whole trip! deck 2 to deck 9 Lido over and over! (for the record, we still gained but we More were proud for sticking to it)
GLUTEN FREE DINING - Carnival GLORY! Upgraded and looking much more trendy, I approached the taco bar with fear and after 2 questions a server directed me to someone who walked me through ordering. THANK YOU. Guys burgers the same...GF fries and bunless burgers with tons of toppings..easy breezy. We tend to stay away from buffets except for breakfast as there are a lot of meats/eggs...lunch is to dangerous to maneuver for me. The main dining room is where we had all of our dinners, and for breakfast they will even make you GF pancakes or french toast. Everyone was wonderful. Because of my food "allergy" we had an assistant come by each evening, tell us what we could order or have changed to gluten free for the next evenings dinner. They also served us GF bread which has improved HUGELY since last cruise. Our waiter, Zoltan (LOVE HIM), was fast, sweet & happy and knew his stuff, I felt completely comfortable. After hours they do offer GF Pizza but sadly, it has not improved and tastes pretty terrible but this could really be my only complaint and at least they are trying to accommodate.
EXCURSIONS - We booked all off the ship and saved a minimum of 50% of ship price, had a blast & felt perfectly safe. Mr Sanchos Beach Resort, a 16$ taxi ride and you can do all inclusive for 45$ or a la carte. The all inclusive was well worth it for the price we got all drinks, all food (amazing menu & delicious) Kayaking & Snorkel. Service was great, the pool was clean & warm. Great Day. Belize - Cavetubing.com...Great trip, well organized, FUN! 45$ with a tamale lunch (great communication beforehand to ask about ingredients) Our guide, Speedy, was on top of everything and pretty funny too. The caves were really neat, the water smooth. Quite crowded. Roatan - Banannarama Dive Resort. Another great deal & the only one I prepaid online. $40 for pick up, use of facilities & snorkel equipment. I met some others off the ship who paid $20 one way just for taxi. Great snorkeling down the beach. Fun area to swim. We rented paddleboards for $10 per hour and had a blast learning. Grand Cayman - We booked a City & Stingray tour through Native Ways. Though the day turned out OK and fun they were a small family company, very disorganized. We read good reviews and were not concerned. Well we ended up leaving late from the start. Another family had to catch up to us as we were all givin wrong times to meet. The van broke down at the turtle farm so we had to wait for another bus to get us and we were quite worried about who would be picking us up after the stingray excursion. All in all they got us back to the ship on time but it was messy & confusing. We did however have a great time at the Turtle Farm and the guys that took us to the stingrays were amazing & we had a blast.
ON THE SHIP - We spent a lot of time in the pool & Hot tubs, the Serenity (adults only area is nice, but why do the tubs close at 10?) The girls didn't do much with the kids activity group but we did have fun watching the Hasbro Game Show. We usually go to most shows but had heard they were short and not so great. The Piano bar seemed to be the place to be and was aways packed with an array of ages. The piano player was funny and knew all genres..a great time.
DEBARKATION - Was the slowest we have ever experienced on Carnival, we took naps on Lido deck.
We had booked SAS transportation before & after the trip. They were 25 min late picking us up pre cruise and at debarkation we got tired of waiting and just grabbed another shuttle, same price. I highly recommend "winging it" after your cruise. There are plenty of taxis & shuttles and much easier than trying to find a specific one in all the chaos.
We stayed at Holiday INN Hollywood afterwards as they had free shuttle to FLL. This is a much nicer hotel, with great pool area. My only complaint is there is nothing but a Dennys nearby so be prepared to be stuck there if you don't have a vehicle. We took a taxi to find better eating a mile or so down the road.
All in all a wonderful Vacation, we love Carnival for it being all around great for all ages and will continue to cruise with them. Less
Published 04/29/13
Cabin review: 5A2220
OUR STATEROOM 2220- Typical Carnival room BUT here is a tip... porthole rooms are priced as interior and are a few square feet bigger plus windows! We had chosen to go with a cheaper room this time and were happy with the porthole windows. Deck 2 forward was plenty quiet and since we tried to commit to not gaining 10 pounds we actually took stairs the whole trip! deck 2 to deck 9 Lido over and over! (for the record, we still gained but we were proud for sticking to it) There seemed to be quite a bit of movement from the waves but it didn't bother us and the kids enjoyed watching the splashes out the window when they got high enough to see.
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Great time on the glory
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Osborne: Can I have a word with you about this euro crisis thingy, Cams?
Cameron: You can try Ozzy, old boy. But between you and me I don't really have a clue what it's all about. As soon as Angela opens her mouth, I can feel my eyes glazing over.
Osborne: That's just it. The same thing happens to me.
Cameron: So that's why you keep saying there is no Plan B.
Osborne: To be honest, Cams, there isn't much of a Plan A either. Other than cutting things.
Miss Whiplash: Except that pile of coke on the dinner table.
Osborne: Not you again.
Cameron: Chill, Ozzy. It's all water under the bridge now. Let's just agree what we're going to do about the euro thingy and the economy.
Osborne: How about nothing?
Cameron: Great plan. See? Being in government is easy when you know how.
Osborne: Masterful, Cams. So what are we going to do about that annoying little toad Vickers and his banking report?
Cameron: Well, duh! Obviously we are going to keep doing nothing.
Osborne: We can't ignore him, surely?
Cameron: You're not well, are you Ozzy? Just listen. I didn't say we would ignore him. I just said we would do nothing ...
Osborne: How?
Cameron: By agreeing with everything he says and instituting urgent reforms in eight years' time …
Osborne: When everyone will have long forgotten what they were promised, we will be out of office and our trust funds will have doubled in value.
Cameron: Precisely.
Cable: My name is Vince Cable. I was once a serious politician and I would quite like to be a serious politician again. We need to reform the banks urgently within seven years, not eight.
Osborne: You don't get it, do you, Vincey Boy? You're a nobody. Why don't you piss off and write your memoirs?
Milidee: I've just written a fascinating new Purple Book about making the Labour party more like the Tories.
Everyone: The dole queue has just grown by one.
Clegg: Where's Daddy? He's left me.
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WASHINGTON (AP) – Ivan Rodriguez capped a three-run comeback in the ninth inning with an RBI single and the Washington Nationals, who couldn't score for Stephen Strasburg, rallied against Francisco Rodriguez to beat the New York Mets 6-5 Saturday.
Trying to protect a 5-3 lead, Francisco Rodriguez (2-2) opened the ninth by walking Cristian Guzman. Willie Harris' one-out single and a walk to Ryan Zimmerman loaded the bases.
Adam Dunn nearly hit a game-winning grand slam, but his drive to center just beyond the reach of Angel Pagan hit the top of the center-field wall and caromed back onto the field.
Guzman retreated to third base to tag up and nearly collided with Harris, who was running full speed and had to do a neat shuffle-step to barely avoid running into – or passing – his teammate.