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Over seven rounds of the National Football League draft, teams chose more than 200 players, from surefire stars to kickers and all-but-anonymous players from tiny Division II programs.
One player who was repeatedly passed over was Michael Sam, a consensus all-American at Missouri and The Associated Press's defensive player of the year in the Southeastern Conference, considered college football's most competitive conference. Sam was also the first publicly gay player waiting to be drafted.
Finally, after nearly seven hours of picks on Saturday, the third and final day of the draft, Mike Kensil, the N.F.L.'s vice president for game operations, walked to the lectern and read Sam's name. Cheers erupted among the several hundred fans left at Radio City Music Hall in Manhattan, the site of the draft.
Sam, a defensive end, was the 249th player selected. Only seven players followed. Then the draft was over.
Sam's draft status was seen as a barometer of whether the N.F.L. was ready to accept an openly gay player, particularly because the National Basketball Association broke that barrier in February when Jason Collins joined the Nets.
"Thank you to the St. Louis Rams and the whole city of St. Louis," Sam wrote on Twitter not long after he was picked.
"I'm using every once of this to achieve greatness!!" he continued, correcting himself shortly afterward to say "ounce."
Later, speaking to reporters, Sam said he had a chip on his shoulder because he was chosen so late in the draft.
"I knew I was going to get picked somewhere," he said. "Every team that passed me, I was thinking how I'm going to sack their quarterback."
He added, "If we were playing the Vikings right now, I'd probably have three sacks."
Reaction to the selection of Sam, who was shown on television celebrating his selection and kissing his boyfriend, was swift.
"Congrats to @MikeSamFootball on becoming a @STLouisRams," Eric Dickerson, a Hall of Fame Rams running back, wrote on Twitter. "Welcome to the #Rams family."
Brendon Ayanbadejo, a former Baltimore Raven and an outspoken defender of same-sex marriage, said in a statement: "Football plays an important and valuable role in cultivating leadership and respect. The St. Louis Rams just helped athletes everywhere feel more confident in their ability to be who they are and play the game they love."
Collins, who was preparing to play the Miami Heat in Brooklyn on Saturday, said he had sent Sam a text message and was happy that Sam had been drafted.
"I think it is great day for the N.F.L. and Michael and his family," Collins told reporters.
But, he added, "it takes more and more people just to come forward and show we're normal people and we're just trying to make plays to help our respective teams win."
Sam was chosen after more than two dozen other defensive ends. The Rams were a logical landing spot because he played college football nearby at Missouri, from which Stan Kroenke, the owner of the Rams, graduated.
Jeff Fisher, the Rams' coach, said he did not expect Sam's addition to lead to any tension in the locker room.
"We're in an age of diversity," he said. "Players understand that. They know that."
Sam's selection should help alleviate pressure on the N.F.L., which has had to grapple with a host of social issues, including a bullying scandal and criticism that it has not done enough to promote black coaches. Members of Congress have called on Commissioner Roger Goodell to force Daniel Snyder, the owner of the Washington Redskins, to change the team's name because some American Indians consider it derogatory.
Goodell has been compared with other commissioners, most notably Adam Silver of the N.B.A., who two weeks ago handed Donald Sterling, the owner of the Los Angeles Clippers, a lifetime ban for making racist comments.
The N.F.L., though, has been preparing for the emergence of an openly gay player for several years, and Goodell and other league executives will no doubt be happy that Sam was drafted.
"The N.F.L. was looking forward to this moment, and I think they're going to embrace it," said Richard Lapchick, the director of the Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sports at the University of Central Florida. "Had Sam not been picked in the draft, it would have sent a signal that the N.F.L. wasn't going to be as welcoming."
If Sam had not been drafted, he could have been signed as a free agent, which is an invitation to attend a team's training camp. About one-third of the players in the N.F.L. last year were undrafted.
But if Sam had been passed over in the draft, every N.F.L. team would have risked suggesting that he was considered a distraction.
As it was, many teams re-evaluated Sam's status in February — not long after he publicly said he was gay — when he had a mediocre performance at the N.F.L.'s scouting combine in Indianapolis. In the data-driven N.F.L., some teams moved him down their draft charts.
Although he later performed well in individual team tryouts, Sam was not expected to be taken in the early rounds of the draft. A fellow Missouri defensive end, Kony Ealy, who performed better at the combine, was chosen in the second round by the Carolina Panthers.
The N.F.L.'s draft tracker gave Ealy a 5.8 rating, denoting a player perceived to be good enough to start in the N.F.L.; Sam received a 5.1, suggesting he has a slightly better than average chance of making an N.F.L. roster.
By being passed over early in the draft, Sam became the first SEC defensive player of the year since 2006 not to be taken in the first round.
Another all-American defensive end, Jackson Jeffcoat of Texas, went undrafted.
The first three rounds of the draft are broadcast in prime time over two days, but the third and last day of the draft is typically followed only by avid fans and football insiders. The players chosen are often not collegiate stars; many never earn a spot on an N.F.L. team.
But the tension at the otherwise quiet proceeding grew as the day wore on and other defensive ends were taken ahead of Sam.
Deion Sanders, a Hall of Fame player who is now a television commentator, wrote on Twitter, "Some team needs to Draft Michael Sam and be real the kid can play!"
Sage Rosenfels, a retired N.F.L. quarterback, wrote on Twitter, "So the best defensive player in the best college football conference hasn't been drafted in the first 6 rounds."
Now that Sam has been drafted, the hard work will begin anew. There is no guarantee he will make the Rams, and he will have to battle other players for a spot on the team's 53-man roster.
"You don't get excited about being a low draft pick; you get excited by making the team," said Bill Curry, a former college and N.F.L. player and coach who founded AIM Sports Reputation Management. "If the guy can perform, then everyone should welcome him with open arms."


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The liver acts as a filter in the body and once it is "clogged" with fat, it cannot function properly — a condition clearly linked with fat accumulation in other body organs and tissues. A recent clinical study with Xanthigen strongly suggests that "unclogging" the liver may play an essential role in the fight against excess body fat. Promoting liver fat and body fat reduction results in a healthier body over all. The new road to body weight management: healthy liver, healthy weight, healthy body.

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Cala Antena
Cala Antena is a small and cozy beach, that could be one of the most beautiful ones in Mallorca. Unfortunately there are several big (and ugly looking) hotels close by. In the summer this beach is very often too crowded, if you have the possibility to stay on a boat this will be definitely a good choice. I would recommend you visit this beach in the off-season. If you swim about 200m away from the shore you will find a beautiful grotto.


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Judge Atwal won the August primary.
Now, on NOVEMBER 6, VOTE EXPERIENCE,
Judge G. Tony Atwal was appointed to the Ramsey County District Court by Governor Mark Dayton in 2016. Judge Atwal will be on the ballot for election on November 6, 2018 (general).
Since his appointment over two years ago, Judge Atwal has earned a reputation for integrity, fairness, respectfulness to all, and a thorough knowledge of Minnesota law. Judge Atwal understands that every person brings into the courtroom their life experience and regardless of the case's outcome, he believes they should know that their arguments were listened to and understood and the case was fairly and justly decided under the law.
Judge Atwal enjoyed a distinguished legal career as an attorney prior to his appointment. He practiced in complex civil litigation involving consumer, employment, and mass tort lawsuits in federal courts. Judge Atwal was licensed to practice law in the United States Supreme Court and multiple other federal courts across the United States. Judge Atwal also briefed and argued over 120 appeals before the Minnesota Supreme Court and the Minnesota Court of Appeals. These appeals involved important questions of law under the Minnesota Constitution and included precedent-setting decisions that are controlling law for Minnesota.
Since 2009, Judge Atwal has been an Adjunct Professor of Appellate Law at Mitchell Hamline School of Law. In 2016, he was named Adjunct Professor of the Year. Judge Atwal has educated hundreds of law students and knows the importance of sharing his extensive knowledge of the law with the next generation of attorneys such that they can continue the tradition of excellence in practice in Minnesota. Judge Atwal has also served as an educator to attorneys, presenting educational programs through Minnesota Continuing Legal Education and co-authoring the Minnesota Courtroom Evidence Deskbook: Appellate Review of Circumstantial Evidence, Criminal and Civil Law. Mentoring youth is very important to Judge Atwal and he regularly invites students to spend a day at the courthouse with him to learn about the law and judicial process.
Judge Atwal has long been part of the Ramsey County District Court. From 2001 to 2002, he was the judicial law clerk to the Honorable Wilhelmina M. Wright, United States District Court Judge for the District of Minnesota, while she served as a Ramsey County District Court Judge. Judge Atwal was also the judicial law clerk for the Honorable Gregg E. Johnson, Ramsey County District Court Judge, from 2002 to 2003. Through these judicial clerkships, Judge Atwal gained invaluable insight into the judicial decision-making process and how to effectively be a judge and serve the public good.
Judge Atwal is a board member of the Minnesota Supreme Court Historical Society and a board member of the Ramsey County Indian Child Welfare Act Advisory Board. He is also a committee member of Ramsey County's Child Protection Steering Committee, the statewide Children's Justice Initiative, and the Minnesota District Judges Association Jury Instruction Guide Committee.
In addition, Judge Atwal is a member of the Minnesota State Bar Association, Ramsey County Bar Association, and the Minnesota Asian Pacific American Bar Association. Judge Atwal is also a presiding judge for the annual Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans Stand Down, which provides assistance to veterans throughout Minnesota.
Judge Atwal has lived in Ramsey County since 1999. His sister is an attorney in the Twin Cities and practices in the federal courts of the Eighth Circuit. Judge Atwal's other siblings and parents live in Michigan and Oregon.
In his free time, Judge Atwal is a sports enthusiast and especially enjoys college football, tennis, and soccer. A weekend trek to a cabin and lake with family and friends, whether sun or rain, is also a favorite pastime for Judge Atwal.
Judge Atwal graduated from William Mitchell College of Law (now Mitchell Hamline School of Law), earning his Juris Doctorate in 2003. He graduated from Pacific University in 1996, earning his Bachelor of Science in Economics.
Professional Legal Experience
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Adjunct Professor of Appellate Law, 2009-Present
Instruct law students on Minnesota appellate court brief writing and oral argument.
Johnson Becker, PLLC
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Attorney, 2015-2016
Litigated complex mass tort and employment lawsuits in federal and state courts.
Nichols Kaster, PLLP
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Attorney, 2013-2015
Litigated complex consumer and employment lawsuits in federal and state courts.
Office of the Minnesota Appellate Public Defender
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Assistant Appellate Public Defender, 2004-2012
Briefed and argued over 120 appeals before the Minnesota Supreme Court and the Minnesota Court of Appeals.
Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi, LLP
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Law Clerk, 2003
Ramsey County District Court
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Law Clerk for the Honorable Gregg E. Johnson, 2002-2003
Ramsey County District Court
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Law Clerk for the Honorable Wilhelmina M. Wright, 2001-2002
Office of the Ramsey County Public Defender
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Certified Student Attorney, 2000-2001
Selected Speaking Engagements and Publications
Minnesota Continuing Legal Education, Appellate Practice Institute
Moderator, A Fireside Chat with the Honorable James B. Loken of the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals
Minnesota Continuing Legal Education
Employment Law: Appeals for the Non-Specialist (co-presenter)
Minnesota Courtroom Evidence Deskbook Annual Seminar
Appellate Review of Circumstantial Evidence: Criminal and Civil
Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Collateral Consequences to Criminal Convictions: The Fair Credit Reporting Act
Minnesota Courtroom Evidence Deskbook
Appellate Review of Circumstantial Evidence: Criminal and Civil (co-author)


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In the wake of the announced reconciliation between Hamas and Fatah, three prominent members of Congress declared that the PA's merger with the terrorist organization would spell an end to U.S. aid.
House Foreign Affairs Chairwoman Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen released a statement:
"The reported agreement between Fatah and Hamas means that a Foreign Terrorist Organization which has called for the destruction of Israel will be part of the Palestinian Authority government. U.S. taxpayer funds should not and must not be used to support those who threaten U.S. security, our interests, and our vital ally, Israel.
"According to existing U.S. law, such a hybrid government cannot be a recipient of U.S. taxpayer funds because the law stipulates that the PA government must recognize the Jewish state of Israel's right to exist, among other things. Therefore, in order to implement existing law, the U.S. must end assistance to the Palestinian Authority.
"By entering into this partnership with Hamas, Abu Mazen's Palestinian leadership has shown again that it is not a partner for peace. If reports are correct, the PA would then be standing with those who want only death and destruction for Israel.
"The Israeli and Palestinian people are eager for peace, but support for this type of PA government is not the way to get there."
Likewise, Rep. Gary Ackerman (D-N.Y.), the top Democrat on the House Subcommittee on the Middle East and South Asia, put out this statement :
The purported deal, which does not require Hamas to accept Israel's right to exist, or the binding nature of prior Palestinian commitments, or even to require Hamas to temporarily forgo violence against Israel (as if it were some kind barbaric of addiction, or compulsion), is a recipe for failure, mixed with violence, leading to disaster. It is a ghastly mistake that I fear will be paid for in the lives of innocent Israelis.
Rather than seizing the dynamic of this amazing Arab Spring to simply push for national elections and constitutional reform, the leadership of the Palestinian Authority has once again naively decided to test the trustworthiness of a bloody-handed bunch of terrorist want-to-be theocrats. While this step may be popular among Palestinians, many of whom wish to preserve the fantasy that they can have peace and so-called 'resistance' (also known in English as terrorism), the reality is that they can't.
As in prior cases, the United States will be compelled by both law and decency to withhold any assistance that could fall into the hands or control or even partial control of anyone reporting to, or belonging to a terrorist entity, as is Hamas. And in the current political climate, even assistance that would otherwise have gone to parts of the Palestinian Authority untainted by terrorism may no longer be salvageable.
For months, President Abbas has refused partnership with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu in pursuing peace negotiations. It now appears that he is writing off partnership with the United States in helping to govern and develop Palestinian society.
It's certainly historic leadership. Just not the good kind."
And Rep. Nita Lowey (D-N.Y.), the highest ranking Democrat on the House foreign aid subcommittee, issued her own statement, warning, "Unless Hamas accepts the Quartet Principles, which include renouncing violence and recognizing Israel, the formation of a unity government with Fatah will be a deathblow to the peace process. . . .A unity government with Hamas would put U.S. assistance and support at risk, based on restrictions I authored as Chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State and Foreign Operations."
Sen. Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) was more succinct in a tweet: "Hamas +Fatah=probable suspension of US aid to Palestinian Authority ... Hamas supports terror, killed 26 American citizens."
The collapse of the peace process, which was the obsessive focus for most of the president's first two years, cannot be seen as anything but a personal rebuke to Obama. As Jackson Diehl pointed out, "Abbas seems deeply disillusioned with Obama. He recently trashed the U.S. president in an interview with Newsweek, saying he had mismanaged the issue of Israeli settlements." (Well, give the devil his due on that one.) Not only does this mean, as Jackson points out, that Abbas has "written off the peace process," it is a sign that the Obama administration (which was taken entirely by surprise) has been entirely clueless as to the PA's motives and plans. As bad an ally as Obama has been to Israel, he's been a worse interlocutor with the Palestinians. It seems the "smart diplomacy" we were promised was anything but.


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3 Ways To Deal With A Cold While Traveling
While traveling around the world opens you up to experiencing various different cultures, it also opens you up to getting sick from various different cultures as well. Your body is used to the germs you have in your normal areas, so once you go to another location and come in contact with new illnesses that your body isn't used to fighting off, they can really hit you hard. And as anyone who has ever been sick on the road can tell you, there's not a lot worse than nursing a cold while you're away from home. Although you can visit a doctor either in person or online, that takes time away from your travels. So to help you quickly kick a cold that gets you while you're out and about, here are three ways to deal with being sick while traveling.
Soothe Your Sore Throat
Although a sore throat isn't necessarily something that will keep you from getting out and traveling around, it is a nuisance that you'd like to avoid nonetheless. Getting rid of a sore or irritated throat while traveling, according to Heather Dale, a contributor to PopSugar.com, is all about liquids and hydration. Dale recommends gargling with warm salt water, drinking warm tea and keeping up your saliva production with the help of lozenges to help your throat stay moist and soothed. Regardless of where you're traveling, finding these liquids shouldn't be too difficult.
Wash, Wash, Wash
When you travel, you're exposed to areas that you normally aren't. Some of these include public transportation, hotel rooms, restaurants and more. Because these areas are often frequented by a lot of people, they also house a lot of other people's germs. Knowing this, Ed Hewitt, a contributor to IndependentTraveler.com, recommends washing your hands as often as possible. In addition, you should also be sure to wash after you've handled something that many other people have handled, like door knobs, TV remotes and touchscreens.
B.Y.O.M (Bring Your Own Medicines)
One of the best ways you can get over a cold while traveling is to take medicine for your illness. However, especially if you're traveling out of the country, it can be challenging to find the right medication for your symptoms. For this reason, Pavitra Sampath, a contributor to TheHealthSite.com, suggests always bringing certain over the counter medications with you while you travel. Some of these medications should include remedies for headaches and congestion, diarrhea, upset stomach and vomiting. These are some of the most common types of sickness people experience while traveling, so having some medicine to help alleviate these symptoms will be a big help.
While no one ever want to get a cold or other sickness while traveling, it can happen. If it happens to you, use the tips mentioned above to make this brief period a bit more manageable.
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SkyQuest, as one of the workstations for The South-South Global Assets & Technology Exchange (SS-GATE) works within a cluster of nations connected worldwide. The global network operates to leverage business transactions through a market mechanism, offering both online and offline beginning-to-end supporting services.
SS-GATE: A UNDP promoted organization connects buyers and sellers from countries of the South, linking investors and capital with the businesses in need of them.


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If you have kids who like and enjoy creating comics and cartoons live in the NYC area, tomorrow's 4th annual Kids Comic Con at the Bronx Community College is a must this weekend.
KCC will take place at the Colston Hall Building on the campus from 10AM-6PM. Admission is free for kids 17 years and under and only $5 for those 18 and up.
We will be an exhibitor at this event. Please visit us if you attend.
Here's the write-up from the website:
Bronx Community College will host the 4th Annual 'Kids' Comic Con' a family centered art and literacy comic book convention. The Kids' Comic Con provides a free colorful and art filled day for children and their parents to engage writers and illustrators from the exciting comic book and graphic novel industry. Last year's convention was attended by almost 800 participants. All the children and teenagers attending the free KCC event receive books, participate in art and writing workshops, and meet top volunteer professionals from the world of comics. Created by writer and educator Alex Simmons and Gene Adams the director of Collaborative Education at BCC the KCC is the first comic book convention theme literacy project in the Bronx. "Since 2006 BCC and KCC have provided workshops throughout New York and New Jersey for children and educators on the use of comic books and graphic novels in literacy improvement", said Adams. "And we've not only been supported by the publishing industry, but also by Canson Paper, Sakura Color Products of America, Midtown Comics … all coming together for the kids."
Professional artist volunteering at KCC have worked with the biggest and most successful industry giants such as Marvel Comics, Archie Comics, Abrams Books, Random House Books, Tokyopop, Viz Media, and D.C. Comics. Among this year's list of industry artists will be Jamal Igle. Amy Ignatow, James Sherman, Ray Felix, Rich Terdoslavich, James Barry, Anne Sibley O'Brien, Jamal Peppers, and John Gallagher, to name a few. The free workshops featured at KCC include subjects such as how to drawing action figures and scenes, how to develop storylines, science and superheroes, careers in comics, and more.


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Bar Professional Training Course
The BPTC is the successor to the Bar Vocational Course which was renamed from the 2010 to 2011 academic year. The course and BPTC application is completed by students who wish to become barristers after they have completed their degree and prior to beginning their pupillage.
The course covers a number of core skills including:
• Resolution of Disputes Out of Court
• Criminal Litigation and Evidence
• Professional Ethics
• Civil Litigation and Evidence
• Drafting
• Opinion Writing
• Advocacy and Conference
There is then a choice of nine optional courses from which you can choose two which focus on the area most suited to their future career. The Property and Chancery exam is one of these nine optional modules.
This exam is not one of the centralised papers which all students sit, and local providers are responsible for assessing this paper. Assessment can include formal written timed exams, recorded performance assessment and coursework. Your course provider will be able to give you full details of how they schedule their assessments.
Property and Chancery Syllabus
The Property and Chancery syllabus can vary between training providers. Typical course content as provided by BPP includes;
• the challenging of a will
• disputes over restrictive covenants
• contentious probate
• mortgage possessions
• landlord and tenant disputes
• chancery procedure
• advocacy
• advice and drafting on the legislation protecting business tenants
• drafting for residential possession order
• rights of way and boundaries
• equitable remedies and interpretation of trust, and
• claim for breach of trust
It is designed if you wish to go into property based chancery sets or landlord and tenant law.
At BPP, this course is assessed by way of opinion. Other schools such as Kaplan Law School have a module which covers landlord and tenant law. All courses are overseen by the Bar Standards Board to ensure consistency and fairness of different examinations.
BPTC Providers in England and Wales
There are a number of BPTC providers in the UK. For those students looking for law courses in London, there are several schools including BPP Law, City Law School, The college of Law, and Kaplan Law. Regional course providers include Manchester Metropolitan University, Northumbria Law School and the University of the West of England Bristol.
Speak to one of our course advisors at LawTraining.co.uk regarding BPTC course providers and the options they offer you. The courses are either available as a full time course from September to June, or as a part time course which can be attended one weekend a month for the duration of two years. The course consists of taught lessons, seminars, skills practice and independent research. Full time courses tend to be four days a week to allow sufficient time for independent research.
As the course is expensive and demanding, many providers will ask you to complete an aptitude test prior to being accepted on the course. This helps ensure they accept just those students who are likely to succeed in the BPTC.


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Wedding Blessing – St Gabriels & the Village Hotel, Swansea, South Wales, UK
Congratulations to Yasmin & Ioan T…
Who married in sunny Cyprus & then once they returned had their wedding vows blessed at Saint Gabriels Church here in Swansea to share their love with friends & family that could not join them in Greece. Yasmin looked absolutely stunning as we met up with her in the Village hotel, Swansea where the newlyweds were getting ready. Awaiting outside the Village hotel was a 1960 red Double Decker Bus to take all the guests to the church which enabled us to capture an urban feel to our images & added so much character to Yasmin & Ioan's day! The bride & groom had a London black cab waiting to take them to the church in style! The choice of flowers used was 'bird of paradise' adding a gorgeous splash of colour supplied by Black Orchid, Swansea florist. The service was beautifully done with a vicar who brought lots of laughter & fun to the ceremony. Once the service had finished all headed back to the Village hotel to celebrate & party on with loved ones…
What a fab day guys – Rob & I (Mel) from Amber Skye Photography would like to wish you happiness always as husband & wife.
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by Ioan & Yasmin Turner on December 8, 2013 10:16 pm
We would like to thank both Rob & Mel for truly capturing one of the most special days of our lives not just in pictures but in true unique forms of art , the photos are absolutely awesome such amazing ideas and you are a fab team.Would highly recommend AMBER SKYE PHOTOGRAPHY ! We are so chuffed with our wedding album its perfect ;)


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Saturday, January 17, 2009
Crafty Snow Globe
I combined 2 sets for this card, to show you other things that can be done with the Crafty Secrets "Lucky Wishes" bingo card/fortune teller set! The crystal ball can be turned into a SNOW GLOBE! The little sledding birdies from Crafty's Snowbunnies set fit PERFECTLY inside! This one is not a shaker card, but wouldn't it be fun to put snowy glitter inside the globe so the birdies have glitter to sled on? Make sure to check the Crafty Secrets blog for more sneak peeks, details and release dates!
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Well, aren't you the clever one!!! This is really really cute!!!!! Lovin all your samples, Lisa!
- January 17, 2009 at 8:57 AM
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Footprints in the Sand
What of them, it is impermanence; What was once will be recycled and sifted through, what of us, will we be made impermanent?
Why must we toil?
angry for the intrusion of the water.
can it not all stop?
Can the footprint be made to stay?
Why is it that Nothing gold can Stay?
Why is it that we only see destruction, where did beauty go?
From Longfellow:
"Lives of great men all remind us
We can make our lives sublime,
And, departing, leave behind us
Footprints on the sands of time.
Footprints, that, perhaps another,
Sailing o´er life´s solemn main,
A forlorn and shipwrecked brother,
Seeing, shall take heart again."
Alas, to many streams exist, I want that narrow pass to enter the gates, I want to circle upward on that ladder that Jacob saw in his vision, I want to leave a footprint, is that to prideful?
Alas the wind came and blew away any footing I had made, in it´s whisper came a soft voice:
"You´ve an eternity to leave a footprint young child, smile I am with you."
And it blew and I took a breath.
The quiet solitude is deafening.
It rings peace of deep sleep.
It wants control where there is none.
Total oblivion is always pushing.
Hope for the bells of youth to rejuvenate the soul.
Give Light
In the dark our minds abide as memories arise.
Give light to the living.
Free humanity with emptiness.
Get of the wheel and follow the straight course.
Remember September falls with grace.
May rings in the new from a desolate place.
Summer air is free from time.
As winter covers this mountain of haste.
Tears are many.
The world does not conspire it moves as such.
Ones needs grow as the cycle heads and the pinnacle hides.
As the days pass the depths grasp and life changes.
It's time to take the greater voyage.
The one where the end is the beginning.
Stars recede yet they also shine.
Let it shine.
Words want life, yet no one knows.
Will children dance, die, cry?
Will adults die, cry, dance?
The Wheel
Free no more as I wash the door.
Hide my path so I can sink.
Spinning with colors upon a broken wheel.
I look as I can not stop.
When the moment ends I panic,
and do not jump.
Then I cower in my loneliness,
for pride has killed me.
A well of pain
Once sweet fruits.
The agony of betrayal.
Once so soft against my yolk.
They left for the pleasure of the weave.
Didn't they know what I knew.
The hardness of my soul,
may someday be ground anew.


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Riding the Technology Wave
- Published: May 01, 2008, By Yolanda Simonsis Associate Publisher/Editor
The technology wave of development and/or acceptance doesn't always come from Europe to North America, although it often seems much does come from that direction. Certainly, we're creative enough here, in the US particularly, to force more than the occasional reverse technology tide. My belief is that sometimes it just depends on the level of pain we feel on either side of the big pond to force new developments.
We certainly don't have to look far back into North American converting history to find it is littered with inventiveness and ingenuity on practically all levels. But in part, the luxury of cheaper energy (in comparison to that of all Europe, though the US is "finally" catching up) and largely open physical space has granted us an advantage that actually sometimes works against us when it comes to creativity.
It's that pain factor again that early on pushed Europeans to find less wasteful (to reduce energy costs), more environmentally friendly products (because of fewer landfills per capita as well as more congested land space generating greater air pollution).
It didn't take long for North America — and now Eastern Europe is also following the wave — to catch on because we're all connected on this Mother Earth ship despite our distances. As well, the US developed its own set of peculiar environmental problems as the world's largest economy, perhaps heightened by our awareness of European difficulties and regulatory mandates.
This month's issue has a European focus that highlights trends we may discover will migrate west once again. For example, while the first injection in-mold label was developed by Cerbo (Sweden) in the 1970s, the US almost simultaneously developed blow-molded IML for bottles with Procter & Gamble as the first commercial user. While our technologies grew separately, largely based on the efficiencies of each technology for the markets they served, adoption in Europe was faster. Executive director Ron Schultz of the In-Mold Decorating Assn. (only recently formed in 2006 here in the US) explains that European injection IML was associated with a higher quality product. Here in the US, product quality was a given, so dry offset-decorated containers — while not as glamorous — were perfectly acceptable.
Our story "Elegance & Speed" on p34, featuring Tadbik Group of Israel, describes the success the company is making in both blow-molded in-mold label and shrink sleeve label technology with the help of a Drent Goebel combination offset/gravure press. President Leslie Gurland of Tadbik's Logotech subsidiary in Fairfield, NJ (one of five Tadbik global subsidiaries), predicts increasing demand in North America, explaining that shrink sleeve is now hitting its stride in North America, but we should be ready "for a surge of interest in in-mold and blow-mold labels" because in Europe and Israel, people are simply "blown away by the look and feel of in-mold labels." She claims dry-offset simply will "never look good enough again." She expects the North American market eventually will "catch up with overseas — and consumers are going to love it."
Gurland may be right, but Schultz states in the US, 85% of in-mold labels are blow molded with only 15% being injection molded. Europe runs approximately 97% injection with only 3% for blow mold, largely because runs are so short and efficiencies for injection simply make "dollars and cents" sense. Who knows what twist on technology in North America may occur to make her prediction a reality.
Another repeat exclusive performance by PFFC contributor Stan Sacharow reports on European converting on p38. Featured on this month's cover, the new Cyclero flexible stand-up pouch, converted by Huhtamaki Ronsberg in Germany, may represent the newest wave of technology to make its way west (and east). Winner of the 2007 German Packaging Award, the round flexible package reportedly has considerably less environmental impact than returnable bottles and aluminum or tin cans. But to learn more on the European technology trends, see Stan's observations on p42.
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MP3: Kurt Vile - "Jesus Fever" / "In My Time"
Philadelphia guitarist and songwriter Kurt Vile will drop his second LP for the excellent Matador Records in early March – to tide fans over until Smoke Ring For My Halo drops, he's released two tracks from the record, "Jesus Fever" and "In My Time." "Jesus Fever" runs nimbly around a guitar riff that becomes totally unpredictable just when you think you get it, switching from minor to major to minor again over constant, driving drums. "In My Time" is a little more soothing, full of jangly guitars and tambourine – compared with "Jesus Fever," it's a bit less complex, but no less listenable. Both are great songs -– if the rest of the record continues in this vein, it'll be an early contender for one of the best of the year. Download both tracks below:


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FAIRFIELD, CT (January 7, 2012) – The Sacred Heart offense shot 51.7% (30-58) but was out gunned by the St. Francis (NY) Terriers who shot a scorching 58.2% including 15-of-27 from three on the way to a 99-84 win Saturday afternoon in the William H. Pitt Center. The Terriers were led by guard Ben Mockford who buried eight-of-13 from behind the arc on his way to a game-high 28 points. The Pioneers fall to 7-10 overall and 1-3 in the NEC with the loss.
The Pioneers (7-10) had four players score double figures led by a career-high 24 points from sophomore Chris Evans (Stamford, CT). SHU tied their season-high with 84 points but had no answers defensively for St. Francis-NY who blew the game open in the first half with sharp shooting from three (10-16) to lead 53-31 at the break.
Tied at 8-8 in the early minutes, the Terriers made their first move with a 13-3 run fueled by a three by Stefan Perunicic and two from Mockford for a 21-11 lead at 14:25. An Evans lay-up and one with 11:33 on the clock pulled the Pioneers within nine, 28-19, with 11:33 to go and that would be the closest SHU would get the rest of the afternoon.
The Terriers (6-9, 3-1 NEC) would outscore the Pioneers 25-12 the rest of the first half, continuing to rain down the threes. P.J. Santavenere drilled a triple as well as Travis Nichols and Brent Jones. Perunicic put the stamp on the first half with a long three from the wing and SFNY led 53-29. SHU finished the half shooting just 39.3% while the Terriers saw five different players drill three's over the first 20 minutes.
The second half saw more of the same for the Pioneers as Perunicic got fouled shooting a three on their first possession, hitting all three free throws to give the Terriers their biggest lead of the day at 56-31. The closest the Pioneers could get in the second half was down 14 with just over two minutes left, en route to their third-straight NEC loss.
Joining Evans in double figures was junior Justin Swidowski (Cinnaminson, NJ) tallied 18 with eight rebounds in the loss. Junior Shane Gibson (Killingly, CT) saw his streak of five-straight games with 20 or more points ended with a 15 point afternoon. Sophomore Louis Montes (Brockton, MA) came off the bench to score 14 points and grab nine rebounds.
Freshman point guard Phil Gaetano (Wallingford, CT), getting the start for injured Evan Kelley (Norwalk, CT), scored four points and dished seven assists.
The Terriers also had four players in double figures as Perunicic threw in 21 points while Akeem Johnson and Matt Milk scored 10 points each.
This was the sixth time on the year the Pioneers have shot 50.0% or better but are just 2-4 in those games. On defense, Saturday marked the fourth time SHU has allowed an opponent to hit for 50.0% or better and have lost each of those contests.


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Ideas, idle gossip, and occasionally important odds 'n' ends
Part of me doesn't even want to write any more about the biggest issue facing Cape May – that's right, Convention Hall. I rue the day that Mayor Ed Mahaney and the city council promised that the process for deciding on a new center would be a thoroughly democratic, transparent one.
What followed was, indeed, a very democratic process. So much so that I wonder why we even bothered to have a city council. Why not just ask every single taxpayer what THEY would like to see built on the beachfront. It could hardly have been any more prolonged or tortuous had we actually done that.
And now, three whole seasons after the original building was deemed unsafe and closed down, we are still without a center, and we all know that it will be at least another two more summers before a new one is ready.
I have argued right from the start that the plan drawn up by the architects, Kimmel-Bogrette, and which was approved by a majority of two-to-one in a referendum two years ago, is a good one. And I continued to argue that even when the city announced that it would cost about $3 million more than they bargained for to build that design, due primarily to the fact that the building would have had to be moved 24 feet forward, meaning that the promenade would have to be redone.
Do you all remember the presentation the city made a few months ago? It demonstrated that even with the increased cost of the plan that taxpayers would only be paying about $50 a year extra. It was a very impressive and persuasive argument. I thought that would be the end of it, but the three new members of council (all of whom were endorsed by Exit Zero, it has to be said) voted the plan down.
Ever since then I have watched with increasing frustration and sadness as the plan for a building that would further enhance Cape May's tourism pedigree was chipped away until now it looks like we are going to get something that's little better than the souped-up cowshed that stands there now.
We elect politicians to make decisions on behalf of the people. So what makes some folks think that it's okay for them to constantly meddle and cause delays which are hurting businesses in the city and denigrating the Cape May tourism experience? If you feel so strongly about getting involved in city business, then stand for election. Wait, one of the most persistent meddlers did that and finished well behind in the voting.
And if you think that your job as a city council member is ONLY to listen to your constituents without having a strong view of your own, having had more access to information than the typical member of the public, then I'm sorry, that makes you a mouthpiece, not a spirited, useful public servant.
It's a mess and the city brought this upon themselves. They should have shown stronger leadership, instead of letting every Tom, Dick and Harry, and their cats, vent their opinion.
Now we also have two former mayors chiming in with letters to a local newspaper, saying how THEY would have it done. This is what happens when people sense there's a power vacuum. Seriously, it's turned to farce.
It's already claimed one victim. Henry's on the Beach, which has been serving breakfast, lunch and dinner on the promenade for 12 years, closed after Labor Day and won't be re-opening. Owner Ed Henry blamed the delay on the new hall. "We just can't wait any longer for Conventon Hall. It hurt our business so badly. In the spring and fall, especially, people just aren't going to that part of town because there are no events," Ed told me.
Henry's on the Beach employed 50 people, most of them locals. They were not the only business to hurt. Both Oasis and Tisha's Fine Dining would have stayed another year on the promenade, but had to leave because the city had scheduled demolition before the beginning of this summer season. That's a lot of lost rental income for the city.
I could go on but, truly, I'm just about sick of writing about this subject, and you may well feel the same way about reading it.
Speaking of which, you won't have to listen to my voice (in solo form) any longer. As of next week, the Ramblings column will have a different feel. I will still be contributing, but so will others, primarily my colleagues Dan Mathers and Jon Roth. The column will have a fancy new title – Ramblings from the Editors. Subtle, huh? The new column will be a mixture of gossip, observations serious and otherwise.
And in the spirit of shaking things up, we have introduced a new What's On guide (see pages four and five), and we have a couple new features coming in the next few weeks.
Please enjoy, dear reader.


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What if this annoying practice had been in place in 1920 when my grandparents arrived at Ellis Island from their native Denmark? They might have been greeted with fees like these:
- Appraisal fee. To determine whether the prospective immigrant is worthy. If the answer is yes, move on to other fees. If not, assess a Return Processing Fee and return to country of origin.
- Intake processing fee. To cover administrative costs.
- Baggage fee, if applicable.
- Documentation fee. Covers cost of storing personal records at port of entry.
- National entry fee. Welcome!
- Trans-New York fee. Allows passage through New York State.
- Freedom access fee. Allows immigrant to practice same freedoms as U.S. citizens.
- Cultural assimilation fee. Allows immigrant to adopt any legally and morally acceptable cultural traits practiced in the United States.
- National, state and local facility fees. For upkeep.
- User fee. To cover "normal wear and tear" on the United States of America.
- Translation fee. For non-English speaking immigrants only.
- Monetary conversion fee. Covers cost of converting foreign money to U.S. currency.
- Research and information fee. Immigrant is allowed three questions free of charge before this fee allowing up to 10 additional questions is assessed. Additional questions are available for purchase.
- Regulatory cost recovery fee. To cover the cost of keeping immigrant's behavior within publicly accepted norms.
- Fees surcharge fee. May be assessed at discretion of intake manager.
- Activation fee. Payable only after all other fees have been paid. Welcome!
- Early termination fee. Assessed if immigrant ever tries to leave country.
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Autumn Weekend Breaks in Edinburgh
07 October 2014
- Category:
- food and drink
- things to do
- itineraries
The autumn season is often overlooked as we try to hold on to summer as long as we can before the madness of the festive season kicks off and the dark and cosy winter nights draw in.
Autumn can be a beautiful time of year particularly in cities well populated with trees and foliage bearing stunning rustic colours, as does Edinburgh.
In our latest blog, The Luxury Editor are offering an insight into some of the best autumn luxury experiences that can be enjoyed in our fair city - perfect for weekend breaks or for a day out in Edinburgh. What better way than to start with one of our favourite pass times - shopping.
Multrees Walk
As we move from flimsy t-shirts and exposed sandals to the more enveloping trends of soft winter wools there is no better place to find the latest designer looks than a stroll through Multrees Walk. With brands such as Michael Kors, Mulberry, Louis Vuitton, Kurt Geiger and if course Harvey Nics, to name but a few, you'll be inspired by the window displays and left in awe of the clothes rails.
Thistle Street
However, if supporting indy's and opting for a more bespoke look is your style then head to Thistle Street for a great range of unique labels. One of our personal favourites is the stylish and quirky Kakao by K. Katrina the Danish owner will always offer a warm welcome and when you try on the latest creations from Scandinavian designers you'd be forgiven if you think you're actually at home in your own private boutique!
Food and Drink
After a hard day hitting the shops a little revitalisation will be required. Here are our top food and drink must do's this season.
Afternoon Tea
To celebrate chocolate week (13th-19th Oct) One Square at The Sheraton Hotel have crafted an indulgent chocolate and orange themed afternoon tea special which showcases both sweet and savoury flavours. There are a choice of fine teas and infusions for all guests but the piece de resistance is the Chocolate Orange Martini (should you fancy an alcoholic tipple). The delectable beverage features Sloane's premium Dutch gin, Cointreau, crème de cacao blanc and garnished with an orange twist. Heavenly we know!!
This special afternoon tea is only available from 1st Oct - 30th Nov so do ink it into your autumn diary of indulgent must do's.
Why not treat yourself to this gourmet afternoon tea experience.
Taste-Pairing Evenings
If you're not familiar with Innis & Gunn then please let me introduce you; they are an award winning craft brewer with a stunning Georgian town house accommodating their HQ in Edinburgh. Within this five storey building of period elegance I&G have cleverly transformed part of the expansive ground two floors into a unique event space, including a beautiful Georgian Drawing Room, Dining Room, Meeting Space and the aptly named Beer Kitchen which features their very own pub. They regularly play host to a variety of gatherings for suppliers, clients, employees and friends alike, offering beer tastings, hosted pairing sessions and even have a fantastic Chef, Russell Smith, on site to create superb private dining experiences.
After some successful tasting evenings after opening to the public last year they've now scheduled their autumn events which we whole heartedly recommend and there is a forthcoming exclusive opportunity to dine with the Chef where he will showcase a delicious four course menu made with the best of Scottish produce, including Innis & Gunn.
Further details for this event and others can be found on their website.
Home Feast
Or if a cosy evening in is more your style (particularly after a hard day's shopping!) then why not visit some of the premium foodie retailers en route home and treat yourself to an Autumnal themed indoor picnic. Crombies of Edinburgh (located on Broughton Street) is renowned for their award winning sausages, using only high quality meat cuts as their sausage base and adding seasonal ingredients to create their delicious flavour. With over 40 different varieties to choose from plus their monthly special you really are spoilt for choice. Our personal favourites include Rum & Ale Pork, Whisky, Hog & Wild Thyme and The One O'Clock Banger.
Compliment your meat feast with the unique flavours of farmhouse cheeses by artisan cheese monger Iain Mellis. With three stores in Edinburgh you should be able to sniff them out and with a huge variety of English, Scottish, French, Spanish, Irish and Italian be sure to leave yourselves plenty of time to take in the entire experience. New to cheese? Never fear the well informed team will be able to help you choose the cheese to make your taste buds smile.
An evening of meat and cheese treats just wouldn't be complete without a warming glass of red to wash it all down with. One of our favourite wine specialists is Spirited Wines centrally located on Frederick Street. Friendly and highly knowledgeable staff will help guide you through the grape journey (if you need it!) as they have a vast selection of wines from around the world for all occasions and appellations.
The Scenic Route
And as we first mentioned Autumn can present some natural beauty in the simplicity of the rustic colours around us. Wrap up and take a stroll through Princes Street Gardens to just enjoy the simple luxuries of life. And if there is a slight chill in the air then head to Cannonball House (just below Edinburgh Castle Esplanade) for some Scottish history (look out for the actual cannonball in the wall) and a traditional Italian hot chocolate or strong caffeine kick from Contini Caffe.
Make sure you enjoy your autumnal weekend breaks in Edinburgh before Christmas besets you!!
Recommendations from Chrystal Webster from The Luxury Editor.
This is Edinburgh: Luxury weekend breaks in Edinburgh, a perfect destination whatever the time of year.


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Full Episodes Of Popular CBS Entertainment, News And Sports Programming Available 24/7
Program Lineup Includes Simulcasts Of CSI: MIAMI, SURVIVOR, DAVID LETTERMAN, CBS EVENING NEWS WITH KATIE COURIC, And Live Sports Events From CSTV Cable Network
The CBS Mobile Network today unveiled its program lineup on V Cast Mobile TV from Verizon Wireless. CBS's new mobile network streams programming on the cell phone 24/7, 365 days a year, featuring simulcasts and time-shifted offerings of popular shows on the CBS Television Network and CSTV.
The programming lineup for the launch of The CBS Mobile Network includes:
Simulcasts of CSI: MIAMI, SURVIVOR, LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN, THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH CRAIG FERGUSON, and CBS EVENING NEWS WITH KATIE COURIC;
Time-shifted broadcasts of CBS's daytime, late-night, news and primetime entertainment programming;
Live sporting events from CSTV all day on Saturdays; and
Special this week, the CBS Mobile Network will simulcast live coverage of the men's college basketball championship games on Saturday, March 31 and Monday, April 2.
"The CBS Mobile Network rings in a new era of big entertainment for today's small screen," said Cyriac Roeding, Executive Vice President, CBS Mobile, CBS Interactive. "Consumers can stay connected to their favorite programming wherever they go - watching Katie Couric's newscast during their commute, Letterman at lunch, and catching the live broadcasts of their favorite sports teams on the weekends. This new CBS Mobile Network gives viewers additional opportunities to watch CBS programming and provides advertisers with a new platform for reaching consumers."
The planned programming lineup for The CBS Mobile Network features 12 entertainment series, four News programs and countless hours of live sports programming. It includes:
Entertainment Series:
"As The World Turns"
"CSI: Crime Scene Investigation"
"CSI: Miami"
"Guiding Light"
"Late Show with David Letterman"
"The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson"
"Rules Of Engagement"
"The Young and The Restless"
CBS News:
"48 Hours"
"60 Minutes"
"CBS Evening News With Katie Couric"
"CBS Sunday Morning"
"Cheer Squad"
"On The Road With James Bates"
"Seth Davis' Generation Next"
"Tackling Segregation"
"Taking Issue With Brian Curtis"
Various live sports programming
A complete scheduling grid for the broadcast week of March 26 -- April 1, 2007 is attached.
V CAST Mobile TV allows TV viewers to leave the house and still watch many of their favorite TV programs while on-the-go. V CAST Mobile TV from Verizon Wireless is available in select markets today, and features the best of broadcast and cable television with live content and other programming, 24 hours a day. For the latest information on V CAST Mobile TV from Verizon Wireless, including programs, handsets, pricing and availability, customers can visit The V CAST Mobile TV Web site at www.verizonwireless.com/mobiletv.
V CAST Mobile TV from Verizon Wireless is available on new V CAST Mobile TV-enabled handsets via a dedicated key. The programming is presented in "time block"/scheduled availability, consistent with familiar cable and satellite TV models, in both Eastern and Pacific Time zones and the program guide includes date, time and program information, while allowing customers to view programming details up to 48 hours ahead of the scheduled broadcast - so that customers can see what is coming up on The CBS Mobile Network two days in advance. V CAST Mobile TV also includes optional parental control features, consistent with existing multimedia standards, to allow parents to set ratings.
V CAST Mobile TV is a service provided by MediaFLO USA, a wholly owned subsidiary of QUALCOMM Incorporated. Because MediaFLO USA operates a dedicated multicast network to deliver linear programming, Verizon Wireless can offer customers the latest in mobile entertainment without impacting its award-winning voice and data services.
About CBS Corporation
CBS Corporation (NYSE: CBS.A and CBS) is a mass media company with constituent parts that reach back to the beginnings of the broadcast industry, as well as newer businesses that operate on the leading edge of the media industry. The Company, through its many and varied operations, combines broad reach with well-positioned local businesses, all of which provide it with an extensive distribution network by which it serves audiences and advertisers in all 50 states and key international markets. It has operations in virtually every field of media and entertainment, including broadcast television (CBS and The CW -- a joint venture between CBS Corporation and Warner Bros. Entertainment), cable television (Showtime and CSTV Networks), local television (CBS Television Stations), television production and syndication (CBS Paramount Network Television and CBS Television Distribution), radio (CBS Radio), advertising on out-of-home media (CBS Outdoor), publishing (Simon & Schuster), interactive media (CBS Interactive), music (CBS Records), licensing and merchandising (CBS Consumer Products), video/ DVD (CBS Home Entertainment) and motion pictures (CBS Feature Films). For more information, log on to http://www.cbscorporation.com/.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving more than 59 million customers. The largest US wireless company and largest wireless data provider, based on revenues, Verizon Wireless is headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 65,000 employees nationwide. The company is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ) and Vodafone (NYSE and LSE: VOD). Find more information on the Web at www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
About MediaFLO USA
MediaFLO USA, Inc. unleashes the power of TV for mobile consumers, combining the best content, an intuitive user interface and a superior multicast network to deliver a true TV experience. MediaFLO USA's award-winning service, called FLO TVTM, offers full-length simulcast and time-shifted programming from the world's best entertainment brands, including CBS Mobile, Comedy Central, ESPN Mobile TV, FOX Mobile, MTV: Music Television, NBC2GO, NBC News2GO and Nickelodeon. The FLO TV service also delivers short-format clips and realtime information and entertainment services. Based in San Diego, Calif., MediaFLO USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of QUALCOMM Incorporated. Further information is available at www.mediaflousa.com.


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Depending on the type of business you run, payments collected via MoonClerk can be tracked in Tapfiliate in a number of different ways.
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Finding the Perfect Apartment
Prior to apartment hunting, it is important to be prepared regardless if you are a young adult living your own freedom and independence for the first time or you are going from a mortgage to a monthly rental in a new area. It is not easy to find the perfect place with the right price, but is does not need to be too overwhelming or daunting. After figuring out what you can afford, it is simply a matter of looking for the right apartment, reviewing and agreeing to the terms of lease, and finally signing the lease contract.
There are several steps you need to take in order to ease your burden and help expedite the process of apartment hunting. Before apartment hunting, you must consider the location of the apartment to amenities such as grocery stores, hospitals and government offices, the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, type of rental, and the upfront cost or deposit and monthly rental cost, including cost of utilities. It is also critical considering special requirements like handicap access for elderly or disabled family members. In order to lower your monthly rent you can check out apartments in the suburban areas within a commutable and convenient distance to work, considering the cost of transportation, getting a roommate, checking for subsidies, considering the space and negotiating. Basing on your storage, lifestyle, pets, and visitors, you are able to assess how much space you need.
Unless you are hunting an apartment in a popular area with little renter turnaround,t here are many landlords who are amenable with negotiations. You can check rates from comparable apartments with similar amenities in the place and use the information in striking a better deal. It is important considering your apartment rental search like a job search so must be professional, serious, and organized to ensure you will stand out as the most qualified applicant for the unit you really want. It is also crucial checking the latest apartment rental listings first thing every day and make sure to contact prospective apartments early.
Discovering The Truth About Homes
It is beneficial having a good credit standing before looking for an apartment rental and you may already obtain a copy of your credit report as early as you can. Relevant information will be asked from you, so be prepared with a list of your previous addresses, prior landlords, references, and credit information. Walk through with the landlord before taking possession of the apartment and make sure that the place is free of debris or and clean; watch out for signs of rodents, insects, or vermins; water damage on the ceilings, walls and floors; bathroom and kitchen fixtures leaks; inadequate lighting; signs of rust from water taps; inadequate heating; damaged flooring; and excessive holes or crack in the floors, ceilings and floors. Allow us to help you find the best apartment for your needs in Murfreesboro.Where To Start with Sales and More


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SBK 2011 will feature a brand new artistic direction, an up-to-date driving model to meet the gamers expectations following the most accurate feedback collected so far on the web, as well as a more appealing presentation and side effects, due to an overall enhancement of the whole visual impact (menus, environments, 3D objects, lighting effects and much, much more). A simple side-by-side comparison with SBK X will allow the major improvements to stand out. As regards to the official content available on launch day, SBK 2011 will deliver the entire official package of the next Championship Season: all classes, featuring 9 bike manufacturers, 70 riders and 16 tracks from the 2011 season.
Game Features
- More than 20 motorbike models, included the new SBK Ninja ZX-10R
- Expanded career mode
- Brand new story mode
- Photo mode - upload your best shots to Facebook
- 16 player multiplayer
- True to the SBK license: 16 tracks including Monza, Silverstone and Assen, 9 licensed manufacturers, over 70 riders to give you the full SBK experience
- A Variety of game modes: Enjoy the classic modes such as the Career Mode (where you manage your team, from a simple drive test to more complex bike customisations), Quick Race, Time Attack, Race Week-end or Championship. Discover the brand new SBK TOUR where you'll travel around the world and take on different challenges to reach the final stage and unlock all the available prizes
- Graphics improvements: Lighting effects, physics, 3D characters, animations, shadows, motion blur: Everything is now incredibly accurate
- Photo sharing: For the first time in the SBK series, you are now able to take pictures of your best performances and share your content via social networking sites
- Extend your experience online: Compete with your friends (up to 16 players online) in 2 game modes: Quick Race and Championship. Download the ghosts from the online leaderboards and compete against the best times in the world
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|Black Bean Games
|Release Date
|13th May 2011
|Age Rating
|Age 3+


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At any point in time, life does not give us everything we want. Resources are always limited, whereas demands are unlimited. I still remember my school days, having 5 bucks in hand and queuing up in front of canteen window. While talking, smiling, laughing with friends one question that I constantly think was – 'What is the best combination of goodies that I can be buy today?' Well things are not much different now; in personal life, I still have same question, 'What is the best combination of goodies that I can buy for house and family'. Similarly, in professional life, I constantly focus on tasks that I should be undertaking to deliver best value to my client.
At the end it goes back to art of prioritisation. I thought it is probably good idea to design a framework that can help prioritise almost anything.
Ready? Here you go!
- Know your vision/mission/goal – Know your goal first. Probably write it down. If you are prioritising in working group (family, team) then it vital that there must be a written goal for prioritisation exercise. For example, if you are prioritising investment options your goal could be, 'Making short term investment to get returns better than bank deposit'.
- Determine constraints (time, resource, political, regulatory) – Determine the list of constraints under which you are prioritising. For example, maximum investment – $500000, time – within 2months, regulatory – must be approved by board.
- Group the options into logical sequence – If you have a big list of options to evaluate, then group similar options together. For example, for investment; you can group together options of investing in stocks, real-estate, gold etc.
- Determine dependencies for each of the options – It is quite possible that list of options that you are considering to prioritise are interdependent or dependent on outside factor. Note that dependencies can be functional, technical, resource, political etc. For example, being American citizen you may not be able make real-estate investment in India/Russia.
- Determine your approach – You can think of different strategies to execute your prioritisation list. You can divide your priority list into more than one group and then execute each group incrementally. Alternately, you can prioritise the complete list of options and execute all at once. For example, you can invest $100,000 after each week (for 5 consecutive weeks) or you can decide to invest $500,000 in one go. Each approach has its own pros and cons.
- Determine 'AND' options rather than 'OR' – Often we decide one option over the other. It does not always need to be like that. Analyse if there are any 'AND' options available. For example, rather then deciding investment in one stock over the other, you can split up your investment to invest in both equally good stocks.
- Estimate on the prioritised list – Prepare an estimate for each option. Estimate can be in units of currency, man-hours or effort.
- Adjust options to prepare prioritised list – Now you have good information to prioritise the final list. Based on points covered above make adjustments to the options and prepare final priority list that satisfies your goal, dependencies, constraints and approach.
Finally, like many other management challenges there is no silver bullet to prioritise effectively. Different techniques work in different set of situations. The key is to constantly assess and refine your tool-set to prioritise.
Now, can you relate to the above framework? What more you can add to the framework to make it even better? I would encourage you to apply this framework to your next prioritisation puzzle and let me know your experiences. I would love you hear from you.


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If you didn't get enough shopping in before the holidays, the after-Christmas sales have begun in earnest. Looking for a new winter coat? The stores are still full of gorgeous pieces. Need a new suit or two for upcoming meetings? There are tons of options. And, the sportswear… oh my!
I love high quality fashion (without the high price tags) and January is my favorite month to shop. Here are a few amazing sales, coupon codes, and promotions that I thought I'd share:
Every season, I score unheard of bargains at Macy's but the best are in January. Right now, you can receive an extra 15% off everything (even off clearance items!) with the Promo Code: SAVE. Plus, you'll get free shipping on all orders $99 and over.
Another of my go-to stores for basics like wool pencil skirts, seasonless jackets and great scarves is Ann Taylor. Right now, get 40% off all full-price style (including brand new pieces for 2014) with the Coupon Code: STYLE40.
Another top pick is Talbots. Classic pieces like simple sheath dresses, pea coats, and go-anywhere black trousers are a steal at 40% off sale prices (for a total of up to 60% off original prices). No code is necessary, and as a bonus, get an EXTRA 5% off if you use your Talbots card!
Finally, Lord & Taylor is one of my top picks for pieces from my favorite designers – from Calvin Klein, to Michael Kors, to Ellen Tracy. There are too many sales to count including Winter Clearance at 60-80% off original prices! Plus, save an additional 20% when you use Promo Code: JAN.
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Load your lasergun and destroy the "enemy missiles".
The sound qualitiy isn't that good and for me it seems that the track is a little bit pitched up.
Essential & Obscure Underground Italo Disco, Synth Disco, Cosmic Disco, Space Disco and Electro Disco, mainly from 1977 to 1984, plus some of the best contemporary Nu Disco.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Life Force - Invitaion (1984)
This is a high energy invitation to dance - so let's do it and move.
Pablo - Experience (1983)
Released on legendary Italian label "Durium". I prefer the instrumental version that is called "Pablo's Group - Experience".
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Alden Tyrell - Hills of Honolulu (2004)
To make it complete ... This track has been released in 2004 under Martijn Hoogendijk's other alias "A Visitor From Another Meaning". And his music is like a visitor from another planet.
Alden Tyrell - Disco lunar module (2004)
This is from "Times like these" as well; 12inch is from 2004. Breathtaking!!!
Alden Tyrell - Knockers (2003)
Another killer track from Westcoast Holland. The 12inch has been released in 2003 as a 300 copies limited edition. Three years later it appeared on the double album "Times like these".
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Alden Tyrell - Love explosion (1999)
This was the first release of Martijn Hoogendijk - and it's not only a love explosion; it's an explosion at all. Furious track.
Some years later in 2005 he re-recorded this track together with the Italo legend Fred Ventura:
Some years later in 2005 he re-recorded this track together with the Italo legend Fred Ventura:
Boytronic - Man in a uniform (1984)
Bobby "O" even produced for this German synth-pop band. They had his greatest hit with "You" from 1983.
Pamela Nightingale - I'll never fall in love again (instr.) (1985)
This is my favourite version of this song. Always remembering me on my younger days and my hometown disco where it has been played during the lasershow and nobody knew the name of this record - except our DJ of course.
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Camaro's Gang - Ali shuffle (1982)
If you hear this track and see that video you'll say that the Camaro's Gang could be a "Crazy Gang" - at least the sound is pretty crazy. I prefer the instrumental version on the B-side of the 12inch.
P4F - Medley (1986)
P4F means "Propaganda for Frankie". This is getting clear if you hear the medley between "Machinery" and "Relax". Nice work from Italy.
Digital Emotion - Go go yellow screen (1984)
Great classic from the Dutch producer team Adams & Fleisner.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Datafreq - The only place I go (2008)
Vintage sound from Canada. The track has been released on the great double album "Rückwärts im Uhrzeigersinn" from our German friends of the label "Das Drehmoment".
Elitechnique - Electric evening (2008)
This one is from the "Mirror Men EP" with some funky guitar elements. Good taste as well.
Elitechnique - Microbot melodies (2006)
Florentijn Boddendijk & Remco De Jong - two guys from Holland - released their first EP in common in 2006: the "We shall control EP" from which this title is taken. And I have to say this is a very good job, mates.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Squadra Blanco - Night of the illuminati (2002)
Another great tune from the album "Night of the illuminati" like the post before.
Squadra Blanco - We are the illuminati (2002)
Dark and powerfull side project by Danny Wolfers who also is behind "Legowelt".
Wired - To the beat of the drum (1986)
Italo meets freestyle, house and electro. Nice to listen to.
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Two Sisters - Destiny (1983)
Get up and dance to this uplifting HiNRG burner.
... and if you don't like all the vocals you can also listen to the "Desti-Dub":
... and if you don't like all the vocals you can also listen to the "Desti-Dub":
Syncbeat - Music (1984)
Another gem with an amazing guitar bassline. No real Italo but more electro-synth-pop with a touch of cosmic and space.
Klein & MBO - De-ja-vu (1982)
Nice funky bass-guitar line and a smooth voice. Pretty tune...!!!
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Klein & MBO - The MBO theme (1983)
The very early connection between Italo and House.
I Spies - Change of life (1981)
One of the uncountable projects and productions of Bobby "O". But you should also pay some attention on the instrumental edit of this song created by The Robot Scientists.
Heaven 17 - Let me go (instr.) (1982)
I know this is quite no Italo but I like all the different sounds and the spaced out synth-bassline of this song.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Fresh Color - Disco future (1985)
This one is with vocals ... and not only on the already mentioned album but also gettable as 12inch.
Fresh Color - Don't shoot me (1985)
It's "Fresh Color" day today. Here you can realise the spacey Italo-sound of them - also taken from "Nightdreams".
Fresh Color - It's so crazy (1985)
This is also featured on the album "Nightdreams". It sounds spacey and wavey as well.
Fresh Color - D.J. Track Vol. 1 (1985)
Excellent space-synth sound from Switzerland. This piece of music has been released first in 1985 on the album "Nightdreams" and came out again as a 12inch one year later. Fresh Color started about 1978 as a punk band turning to New Wave in the early 80s. They started to use synths and to produce more dub-ish. At the end they also sounded a bit like Italo. One of the founders of Fresh Color was Dieter Meier who left them after two releases and created "Yello".
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Legowelt - 2002 (2002)
This is the Legowelt-track from the "Disco Nouveau: Addendum" release I mentioned the post before. Daaaarrrk!!! A must have!
DMX Krew - Lies inside (2002)
Another powerful piece of the DMX Krew which has been released on the "Disco Nouveau: Addendum" together with "Legowelt - 2002".
Nice vocoder btw.
Nice vocoder btw.
Dee D. Jackson - Automatic lover (1977)
Powerful synths, a powerful voice and a cute robot :-)
Brian Ice - Talking to the night (1984)
Ooooh oooh oooh oooh oooh oooh oooooh ... talking to the ni.ight ...
And at 4:15 even a rap part.
And at 4:15 even a rap part.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Truffle Club - Gone blue (2008)
This is a mixture between Electronic, Italo-disco and Electro with a HiNRG-, epic- and acid touch. The release came out on the London based "Dissident" label and is limited to 200 copies.
Bobby "O" - How to pick up girls (1985)
Typical way to get into contact with the prettiest girls of the world. At least this is what Bobby Orlando teaches us.
Makina Girgir - The spell EP (2007)
I would like to complete here the whole "Spell EP" by Makina Girgir - at least with the titles I can find on youtube.
This here is the more dark B1-track (Moonshower):
... and this the B2-track (The spell):
This here is the more dark B1-track (Moonshower):
... and this the B2-track (The spell):
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Friday, February 11, 2011
30 comments:
- Ariana said...
these pics look so great! love the coat and scarf, such fun colors, and you match the mural perfectly, lol!
- February 11, 2011 at 1:00 PM
- Ashley J said...
Love the background and love all that teal, hands down one of my favorite colors and looks great with your hair!
- February 11, 2011 at 1:03 PM
- Viktoria with a K said...
That is the brightest winter jacket I've ever seen. I like it!
- February 11, 2011 at 1:05 PM
- Jess said...
I love this! I would wear this before anythign else you have ever posted:) I love jeans!!
- February 11, 2011 at 1:16 PM
- Mimi said...
I know how you feel and usually i post in front of a ton of people when its warmer out....people act like they don't care, but they do give me a quick judging eye. Oh well! Anyway this jacket makes you look so cheery. I really want one for my wardrobe...I'm sick of dark colors all winter!
- February 11, 2011 at 1:25 PM
- Prissy said...
I love this coat! Its so pretty & vibrant
- February 11, 2011 at 1:28 PM
- D said...
those colors look gorgeous with your red hair
- February 11, 2011 at 1:47 PM
Hi! I'm a new reader and I love this coat and your style!
Oh I had the WORST experience taking self pictures at the park (with my tripod) last week.
If you're interest and wanna have a good laugh, hear my story!
I wish people weren't so nosey! LOL
- February 11, 2011 at 1:59 PM
- Goose said...
I love this outfit, especially the trouser jeans. I feel so awkward in jeans most of the time (not being a casual girl). I think I could really get behind a pair of jeans like these.....
- February 11, 2011 at 2:18 PM
- Andie said...
this is a great outfit on you, Kinsey! very cute! Love the colors!
- February 11, 2011 at 2:20 PM
- Jen HaHA said...
Love that aqua! What a cool mural! I feel awkward taking pics in my driveway. I'm always looking around.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Jen Hemming and Hawing Again
- February 11, 2011 at 2:21 PM
I love every single thing about this outfit. It's very me, except I couldn't pull of the pants because I'm so dang short. But I WAAAANT them anyway. Someone asked me what I was doing when I took outfit pictures in the field (which is, in fact, someone's side yard)the other day. I just said, "I'm working on a semester-long photography project. You'll probably see me around, again."
- February 11, 2011 at 2:39 PM
Oh, yeah. I'm not in school, either.
- February 11, 2011 at 2:39 PM
- Jewelscapes Handmade Jewelry said...
You look like a model! These photos and the colors and style of your outfit are great.
- February 11, 2011 at 2:53 PM
- kelsey said...
You are so brave with color! You look great. I am loving that bright jacket!
- February 11, 2011 at 2:57 PM
- Anja said...
Very pretty outfit. I love the combo of your scarf and coat! The colors are amazing
- February 11, 2011 at 4:55 PM
- Beth Ellen said...
I love your scarf and coat! They look so gorgeous together and perfectly set off your beautiful face!
- February 11, 2011 at 5:19 PM
- SIENA.STYLE said...
great colours!!I love it!
- February 11, 2011 at 5:50 PM
- Kaelyn Choo said...
Very chic outfit. Love the colours!
Have a great weekend,
- February 11, 2011 at 7:13 PM
- Joy said...
LOVE the pictures, the coat, the colors! Love it all!!
- February 11, 2011 at 8:30 PM
- mk said...
oh my goodness i LOOOOOVE that coat!!
- February 11, 2011 at 9:07 PM
- Melissa: Write it in Lipstick said...
Hahaha that made me laugh so hard. That happens to me too when I venture out. Oh well at least you look fabulous.
Write it in lipstick
- February 11, 2011 at 10:32 PM
- Linley said...
totally feel you on the awkwardness of taking pictures. i usually take mine out by my patio, but i live in an apt complex - so everyone is on top of each other i know people have to be peeking out the windows looking... oh well.
love your bright colors today! that blue and green + you hair color = looking gorgeous!
- February 11, 2011 at 11:13 PM
- Cara said...
:) very colorful <3
- February 12, 2011 at 12:24 AM
- The Suburb Experiment said...
I don't even venture from my yard. And when my nosy elderly neighbors come back from AZ I don't know what I'll do. I'm super-impressed by anyone who takes pictures in public. :)
You have the best colors in your wardrobe and they just suit you so beautifully.
- February 12, 2011 at 1:03 AM
- MONKEYFACE said...
Hahahha you crack me up, Kinsey. I LOVE that bright turquoise coat! And how you paired it with the cobalt blue. Plus that mural was totally worth the onlookers..
- February 12, 2011 at 1:27 PM
- Iris said...
These bright colors are crazy awesome! Love it :)
- February 13, 2011 at 7:54 AM
- FashionAddict said...
That coat is fantastic, and those jeans fit you like a dream. Great finds, missy!
- February 15, 2011 at 12:20 AM
- Molly said...
The bright blue combo looks killer in front of that mural.
Annnnnnnnnnnnnnnd, who says you aren't a model?
Leaving the House in THIS?!?!
- February 15, 2011 at 9:10 PM
- From Suns To Moons said...
Where does one thrift a fab turquoise coat? Amazing.
- February 23, 2011 at 1:45 AM