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How Not to Be a Victim
- Phil Little Author
- 2004 19 Nov
A lot has changed since 9/11, and nowhere is this more evident than at our nation's airports. Before 9/11, the briefings given to people traveling to high-risk areas on what to do in the event of a hijacking were pretty simple: stay calm, do what you're told, and you'll probably come home. Above all, don't do anything to interfere with the hijackers; they're either unstable people or else calculating people out to get something and, thus, subject to negotiation and settlement. The strategy certainly has changed since 9/11. Specifically, it changed with flight 93 over Pennsylvania when Todd Beamer said, "Let's roll." The die was cast, and air travel will never be the same.
Over the last thirty-five years, I've briefed, trained, or talked to thousands of people about staying safe in hostile situations. Many of these people have been high-risk media personalities or government figures. They all ask the same question: "How can I keep from becoming a victim of crime and steer clear of dangerous environments?" Most of us are looking for a magic formula or some easy way to make sure we come home safely. Let me first say the same thing I tell my media clients: there is no such thing as 100 percent security. Our goal is to reduce the risks to an acceptable level. When I consult with companies or individuals, I first talk to them about their risk and what they see as their exposure. Then we talk about what level or risk they want to achieve. I have said at conferences and on television that the only way to have 100 percent security is to build a high wall around your home and never leave. Then, after a pause, I remark, "Of course, even that isn't foolproof." Some trusted person could turn on you, or a piece of equipment could explode and kill you. I think it's safe to say there isn't any totally safe environment. What we want to do is reduce the risk to an acceptable level. I'm confident, though, that with a little planning, some of the right equipment, and training in how not to be a victim, one can greatly reduce the risk of being harmed by a violent act.
Let me explain what I mean by not becoming a victim. I usually start my seminars with this illustration: image you're watching an older lady walking alone on a cool fall day in any major city. For that matter, it could be Smalltown, U.S.A. This woman has on a coat with a scarf and hat. She is walking slowly with her purse dangling from the arm closest to the street. Her shoulders bend forward, and her head is hanging down with her eyes on the pavement. She looks dejected and unaware of her surroundings. Now picture another woman walking down the same street, except that this one is moving briskly with her shoulders back, head up, making eye contact for enough time to tell each passerby, "I see you." Her purse is tucked under the arm away from the street, and she walks with an air of confidence. Which one do you think the street hoodlum will try to attack? If you said the first one, you're right. This fact, based on a study of victims, confirms my own personal interviews with hundreds of suspects we arrested in L.A. for crimes against people and property.
The first thing that virtually every suspect says when I ask, "Why did you do it?" is, "It was easy." He – or she – invariably responds that the victim looked unprepared or the business had no visible security measures. What goes for street crime also goes for business and internal crime. When I brought a business theft suspect in, the accused said, "Well, the business obviously doesn't care. They don't have any security measures, and they never talk about theft or losing product." I could write a book of stories, but I think you get the picture: we must move from looking like victims to looking like we're prepared. We must send the spoken and silent message: if you try and attack us or steal from us you will be stopped. What works for personal or corporate safety also applies to staying safe from terrorism.
In the Air
Let's star with how we travel. Remember how passengers were told to act if we were involved in a hijacking before 9/11? By September 12, all that had changed. I was called by many television shows to talk about terrorism, airport security, and how to act on a hijacked plane. I spent considerable time reflecting on my own thoughts about how we should act, hoping many people, even in their shocked state, would listen to me as an expert and do what I said. I wanted to be careful not only to keep people out of harm's way but also to empower them so they could be in charge of their own safety.
I'm not even sure how I would have reacted if I had been on one of the hijacked airplanes on 9/11. But with time, all of us – myself included – have learned better. We've all heard stories since 9/11 of passengers who've stood up to their would-be captors, taken charge, and subdued those who were a violent threat. So what should you do? How do you prepare yourself, and what could you use as a weapon to defend yourself?
First, one's mind-set has to change even before boarding a flight. We should be observant and watch who is getting on the plane. Look for "problem people," those who seem ill at ease or out of place. When you get on the plane, look around to see who is sitting near you, and look for those who could be action people in the event of a problem. Actor James Woods knows what I mean. Shortly before 9/11, while flying from Boston to L.A., he observed several men of Middle Eastern appearance acting in a manner inconsistent with simple travelers flying coast to coast. He knew they were up to something and was unnerved to the point of notifying the flight attendant. The rest of the flight passed uneventfully without Woods knowing what happened to his information. On 9/11, his exact flight was one of those hijacked. Two of the men on his flight were among the nineteen hijackers. Woods had stumbled onto a dry run of the terrorist attack. Sadly, before 9/11, nothing much could be done. Now many additional measures are taken.
After 9/11, I did several shows where we re-enacted an attempted takeover of an airplane. I went through some of the things to do and the potential weapons that are available to passengers. First, in the event of a problem, action must be taken quickly. Mobilize those around you; speak out commands like, "Hijacker! I need help." If the hijacker has a weapon such as a knife, pull off your seat cushion and use it as a weapon to swing at the suspect or to shield the blow if he stabs at you. Books and magazines can be thrown at the suspect to distract them and fend off blows. While this is going on, keep calling out for action from the other passengers. Overpower the suspect with numbers, and you will likely succeed. We can no longer assume hijackings will have a safe conclusion. Our best hope is quick, determined action.
On the Ground
How do we secure our homes and businesses so we can avoid being targeted in the first place? For years I have been helping people self-evaluate their homes and businesses. Many folks don't have the resources for elaborate alarms, cameras, or other perimeter defenses. This inability to provide security was sadly borne out several years ago when actress Rebecca Schaeffer was killed by a stalker in North Hollywood. Ms Schaeffer had a successful show, "My Sister Sam," and was somewhat known but wasn't yet at the financial level to be able to obtain personal security or live in a high-security environment. The reason she became a victim was because the door surveillance system was broken in her apartment. Unknowingly, when she went to her front door, she went to her death.
I have trained hundreds of people, businesses, and families to do a self-audit of their homes, offices, and lifestyles. First, keep in mind that what we shouldn't do in our homes and businesses is the same thing that the little old lady did in my illustration at the beginning of this chapter: don't look like a victim. I've interviewed career criminals who specialized in home break-ins, and they all said they cased a neighborhood, looking for the easiest home to get into. They're not looking for a challenge; they're looking for a quick, trouble-free score. For them, an easy home is one with no visible security measures and those that have low visibility from the street. Even though this book focuses on terrorism, the mind-set to keep us from becoming a victim of the terrorist starts with the basic procedures we use in our everyday lives. If we are going to travel with peace of mind – and that really is what I seek to give the clients of West Coast Detective group International – we need to know that our family and businesses are secure when we leave.
Let's do a home or apartment security audit. If you're in a home, go to the front of your home and stand on the sidewalk. What do you see as you review your home with the eye of a security expert or – and I hope this is a stretch for you – the eye of the home break-in specialist? As I have done with my clients in person, I will stand now with you as my client.
- Is there any sign of a security system or awareness? Are there alarm company signs, cameras, lighting that is motion-sensitive from dusk to dawn? Is there good visibility of the doors and windows to your home? If you have any deficiencies in these areas, they can be easily fixed, usually with little cost. If you have a gardener or do it yourself, trim your shrubs to provide a good view of your windows and doors. If you can't install an alarm system, buy a sign that says you have one. Many break-ins happen at the back of the house, and this is a good place to install a keypad that is visible from your back door or window. These keypads are battery-operated and have a red LED light that gives the appearance of an armed security system.
- Do you allow mail, newspapers, or other unattended items to stack up? They tell the would-be intruder that you are either gone or inattentive. If you travel, have someone maintain the normal duties such as mail, newspapers, and trash bins.
- Now walk to your front door. What type of front door do you have, solid wood or one with windows? If you have a door with glass in it, install a dead bolt with an inside key (but be sure you keep the key close by in the case of an emergency). If you have a solid wood door, then use a dead bolt with a turn on the inside. The best type of security is solid wood with a peephole, to see who is at the front door before you ever open it. The big mistake people make is to open the door before they know who is there. This is very important if you have children; train them early not to run and open the door. When my daughter was four and five, she always wanted to dash for the door when the doorbell rang. I taught her that was forbidden. Today, my daughter is thirteen and has traded running to the door for running to acting auditions! Together we have developed a child safety program called Boagie Bear Detective Child Safety, an organization that trains children through characters, books and songs. It soon will be introduced into the school systems.
- Now we are ready for windows. Studies have shown that a large percentage of the time, a criminal who breaks into homes finds an unlocked door or window, or a broken window lock. These are things we, as home residents, don't see a lot; out of sight is out of mind. If you have a lock that isn't working, replace it. It's so much cheaper than the consequences of failed security.
- One of the reasons our homes are broken into while we are away is because they appear unoccupied. I've had remote homes that I didn't get to a lot and at all of them I have nighttime lighting inside my home that comes on for a few hours each night. One of the things I've discovered in my many years of protecting people and property is that lighting and good visibility are big deterrents to crime. Remember, most criminals don't' want to be caught, and if your home or business looks secure, they'll go elsewhere.
- Now walk with me through the rest of your house and check all the windows and outside doors. Pay special attention to your bathroom windows. This is another place that is a prime entry point for the criminal; they're often left open or they have defective locks. (Also, while you are making this inspection, check your smoke detectors to ensure that the batteries are working.)
- We're now at the back of your home. Check all doors and windows using the same procedure as for the front door. Look around. Do you see areas where someone could hide and have time to break into your home undetected? If you can, change it. One of the most important protections for the back of your home is lighting. All-night, low-wattage lighting costs only a few cents each day.
If you have performed this basic audit of your home, apartment, or business, you have started to change from living as a potential victim to living in a safer environment. Congratulations. Your family will thank you, if not now, at some time in the future. Also, when you travel and they're home, you can now have a higher level of peace of mind about their safety. Most of us will never be the individual targets of terrorists or criminals, but my motto is, "Plan for the worst and expect the best." I have found in my work protecting people's lives and property than when one is really prepared, the bad things tend not to happen. The assault comes when one is unprepared.
Where are some of the other places we are vulnerable? If we're to be targeted, keep in mind that the professional terrorist or criminal works to determine the routine of their victim. Many of our problems start when we're performing our daily routines, shopping at the market or mall, for instance, unaware of what and who is around us. So many of the cases I have worked started with a person who was followed home from the store, totally unaware they were being followed. Maybe they wore too much jewelry or flashed too much cash, setting themselves up as victims. Most people, when they go to their cars after shopping, are totally distracted by putting bags in the car and focused on getting home. They never look around to see who might be watching or whether they've left with two street thugs following. So my message is, "Be alert!" Check what is going on around you and never drive home if you think you are being followed. Drive to the nearest police station, fire station, or any place where there are people.
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Excerpted from "Counter-Terrorism Handbook: How to Protect Yourself at Home and Abroad" by Phil Little with Albert Perrotta. Copyright © 2004, Phil Little. ISBN 0-8054-4025-9. Published by Broadman & Holman Publishers. Used by permission. Unauthorized duplication prohibited.
After serving in the U.S. Air Force, Phil Little entered law enforcement and developed an interest in the criminal justice field, which led him to specialize in intelligence and counter-terrorism. He was a sought-after speaker for government and private sector crime and terrorism prevention events. He has appeared on NBC, CBS, ABC, and Fox networks, as well as many cable shows. He was the host of "Crime Line," a radio talk show in Los Angeles, and a cable television show, "Security Watch." To share information on world terrorism, he often visited the White House during the eighties and nineties. His agency, West Coast Detective Group International, established in 1922, is a recognized leader in the corporate security field and has been instrumental in the development of threat management for high profile media personalities. You can contact the author at email@example.com.


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Many times, a life challenge your clients are facing will feel so devastating or all-consuming that they can't work productively with you. When this happens, it's not enough to listen empathetically. In order to help these clients overcome their difficulty, you need to be a source of advice, information and referrals.
When you show your willingness to assist them with overwhelming challenges, I wager your clients will be surprised and grateful. The broader the support you provide, the deeper your relationship can become. Here are some examples of ways to go beyond your areas of expertise and tap outside networks of support to deal with client issues around addiction, debilitating illness, aging and parenting.
Q: My clients have an out-of-control teenage daughter who steals money, bullies other kids and sneaks out to be with her drug-dealer boyfriend. Her parents have tried everything, but I think their only hope is shaking her out of her routine. What could I suggest?
A: When close friends of mine had a daughter in similar trouble, they found a wilderness program that enabled her to get her bearings far from her usual bad influences. They then enrolled her in a nature-oriented private school to reinforce her progress. I'm pleased to say that the girl recently graduated from college near the top of her class and seems headed for a bright future.
Second Nature Wilderness Programs provides well-regarded therapy programs for preteens through adults in Utah, Oregon and Georgia. You might also advise your clients to look into Innercept in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, a residential program that combines therapy and academics for struggling adolescents and young adults.
For clients facing parenting problems, I would also suggest printing out some recent articles from the award-winning Psychotherapy Networker magazine. PN's January/February 2012 issue contains a number of useful articles for the layperson as well as the clinician.
In particular, "The Decline and Fall of Parental Authority," by Dr. Ron Taffel, may help clients feel less alone. The author of several books, Taffel can be reached through www.RonTaffel.com.
In the same issue, an article by Dr. David Flohr titled "The ParentCircle" may help clients overcome feelings of disempowerment and frustration. Flohr suggests that parents join or create a support group through their place of worship or a community center. In this "parentcircle," parents can help each other (sometimes coached by a therapist) and find resources to confront the challenges they're facing with their children.
Developing a list of resources, including good adolescent and family therapists, will take some work. You'll need to solicit names from colleagues and other professionals, then screen the resources they recommend. But despite the time it takes, it's well worth the effort to be a valued go-to person for clients in need.
Q: My clients' adult son has moved back home, and his alcoholism has disrupted the whole family. He denies that he's addicted. What resources are available to help them?
A: Clients rocked by a family member's addiction need all the help they can get. I suggest you have information from Alcoholics Anonymous and Adult Children of Alcoholics on hand for when these situations arise. Of course, there are drug- and alcohol-addiction treatment centers all over the country that can assist addicts once they are ready to get help.
However, an intervention may be necessary to open the eyes of an addict in denial. One expert who has been highly recommended to me is Florida-based Randi Coleman, an interventionist and consultant specializing in addictions.
You might also tell your clients that you are concerned about substance abuse and ask them about experts or programs in your area. By letting them know that you are pulling together this information for them and their families, you will signal that you care and want to help.
Q: Alzheimer's disease is beginning to affect one of my clients, and his wife worries that their financial resources will be depleted if and when he needs expert care. I want to help her find support, but don't know where to start.
A: Nothing is more devastating than caring for a spouse or parent with Alzheimer's. Thankfully, new resources are springing up all the time to help people deal with the demands of this disease.
A good starting point is the Alzheimer's Association, a rich source of news, education and caregiver tips. Also, check out the Health and Aging section of the National Institutes of Health website.
Caregiver Access, which positions itself as an oasis of legal, financial and emotional support specifically for caregivers, and the National Alliance for Caregiving are other resources.
Once your client connects with a support group, it may enable her to step back and think about her financial situation.
[Click here to read about how to approach building and maintaining a file for your resources.]
Q: A client of mine was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. She is receiving excellent care, but she and her husband are so distraught that they can't concentrate on anything else. How can I help them focus on important decisions they need to make?
A: One of the saddest aspects of personal trauma is that people often keep their troubles to themselves. Sometimes they feel ashamed or don't want to burden others with their troubles.
But anything you can do to connect these clients with counseling or other support may be very positive. Breast cancer survivor groups are everywhere, and support groups for those who help care for patients are also easy to find. Ask at your nearest hospital or women's resource center.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure is strongly focused on providing information about breast cancer and fund-raising for research. Gilda's Club has local affiliates in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Canada and Japan to ensure that "no one faces cancer alone." For a holistic approach to healing, the D.C.-based Smith Center for Healing and the Arts offers programs and classes for cancer patients and their families. And in New York, the Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Care and Prevention pairs patients with their own "navigator," a personal guide, advocate and problem-solver.
Once you put your clients in touch with sources of support, they'll be better able to give some attention to financial planning. Just don't try to rush it.
In the long run, your clients will appreciate the effort you make to provide resources and support at a time of great need. You're likely to find that their trust in you extends far beyond money. It's one thing to recommend that your clients or those you care about get help; it's another to give them specific sources of help.
Look for additional resources in the June Investment Advisor and online at AdvisorOne.com.

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2nd European CubeSat workshop, call for papers
Following on from the successful "Vega maiden flight CubeSat workshop" held at ESA/ESTEC in January 2008, which was the first CubeSat workshop to be held at European-level, the ESA Education Office is pleased to announce the Second European CubeSat workshop one year later as planned.
This Second European CubeSat workshop will take place in ESA/ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands on 20-22 January 2009.
Since the first workshop, the ESA Education Office in the Directorate of Legal Affairs & External Relations in conjunction with the Directorate of Launchers has selected nine CubeSats (plus two backups) from European universities for launch on the maiden flight of the Vega launcher, now scheduled for November 2009. The nine CubeSats will be deployed from three different deployment systems mounted on the support structure of the main payload, LARES (LAser RElativity Satellite), into an orbit of 350 km by 1450 km at an inclination of 71 degrees. The launch opportunity is offered by ESA to the selected CubeSats free of charge, and recognises the growing importance of the CubeSat as a powerful hands-on space education tool. It is intended as a first step to boost student hands-on development of CubeSats in Europe, thus providing a suitable and qualified space workforce for the future in complement with other education project activities.
The main aims of the Second European CubeSat workshop are to:
- report upon on the development status of the CubeSats selected for the Vega maiden flight;
- outline ESA's long-term strategy for supporting CubeSats, including plans for cooperation/coordination and the prospects of future flight opportunities, for instance on the first and subsequent VERTA flights of the Vega launcher;
- to facilitate information and data exchange between CubeSat teams, ESA and commercial suppliers on lessons learned, best practices, mission applications, technologies and instrumentation, cooperative space/ground networks, and future mission plans/concepts.
Workshop programme
The workshop consists of invited papers and contributed papers selected from a call for papers, and will include both oral presentations (20 min.) and a poster session over a period of three full days in room Newton 1+2. Invited papers will include status reports from the 11 CubeSats associated with the Vega maiden flight.
In addition, a round table discussion is planned, involving key members of the CubeSat community within and outside Europe in an interactive session with the workshop participants. The Round Table will address themes related to current issues and future evolution of the CubeSat field. Following the round table, all workshop participants will be invited to a workshop buffet dinner.
The ESA Education Office plans to sponsor up to three students from each participating CubeSat team (from an ESA Member or Cooperating State) to attend the event, and organise a tour of the ESTEC test facilities.
A preliminary programme, along with a list of speakers, will be announced on this web page once finalised after the call for papers.
The advance schedule is as follows:
30 October 2008: Workshop announcement
30 November 2008: Deadline for submission of abstracts in response to call for papers
8 December 2008: Preliminary programme announcement & opening of on-line registration
9 December 2008: Deadline for online registration
16 January 2009: Final programme announcement and deadline for submission of presentations
20-22 January 2009: Workshop event
Call for papers
The ESA Education Office solicits abstracts to be submitted for oral or poster presentation on the following topics:
- CubeSat Development & Flight Experiences (e.g. recent past or ongoing missions, lessons learned, education/engineering best practices);
- CubeSat Kits & Deployment Systems (e.g. commercially available mechanical, electrical, radio, solar panel kits & deployers);
- Scientific Missions & Instruments;
- Technology Demonstration using CubeSats;
- CubeSat Ground Segment & Operations (e.g. GENSO network, new ground station technologies & operational methods/techniques/software);
- CubeSat Networks & Applications (e.g. distributed sensor networks such as Space weather & atmospheric constellations, radio astronomy interferometry swarm, and applications such as low-cost communications relay/asset tracking, disaster monitoring etc.);
- Planned CubeSat Missions;
- Future Flight Opportunities for CubeSats (e.g. upcoming launch opportunities and launch services).
Abstracts of no more than 250 words should be submitted as part of the online registration form by 30 November 2008. Authors will be notified of the outcome of the selection on or before 8 December 2008.
Abstracts submitted by students should be endorsed by a professor/teacher from their university.
The call is open to both European and non-European participants.
Selected authors will be asked to provide a copy of their presentations to the conference organisers by 16 January 2009 for distribution to all workshop participants.


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SANFORD—Six members of the Sanford High School football team were named to the SMAA All-Conference team it was announced last week.
Two of the players, Alex Shain and Jed Scott, were named to the 1st team all-conference, Shain as a running back and Scott as an offensive lineman.
Named to the 2nd team were linebacker Cody Mooney, place kicker Tyler Flayhan, punter Ethan Gouin, and center Dan Anatra,
Also honored by the SMAA was Rich Wilkins who was named Assistant Coach of the Year. In addition, the entire Sanford team was presented the SMAA Sportsmanship award.
Among special awards presented by the Sanford coaching staff were the MVP offense award to Alex Shain, the MVP defense award to Colby Perigo, the lineman of the year award to Jed Scott and the Coaches Award to Cody Mooney.
Dakota Chapman and Ryan Tapscott were presented Outstanding Sophomore awards and Tyler Neuville received the Most Improved Player award.
In addition, Thom Hudson received an award given to the outstanding Sanford player in the Homecoming game, Jake Dexter received the Hard Hat award.
Sanford players named to the SMAA All-Academic team are Alex Shain, Jed Scott, Alex Grondin, Tyler Flayhan and Chase Eldredge.
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For horror movie buffs you can hit theaters today and not just dodge 3D chainsaws, but also 3D bullets and ninja throwing stars while you're at it!
According to the director Jon Chu, the first 3D rendering of the G.I. Joe: Retaliation trailer will be showing prior to Texas Chainsaw Massacre 3D:
See the #GIJOERetaliation Trailer in 3D this weekend when u watch Texas Chainsaw Massacre3D. Just duck when the ninja sword comes at ur face
— Jon M. Chu (@jonmchu) January 5, 2013
Joe fans and horror movie fans, check it out and let me know what you think! Already Twitter buddy Count Geekula has seen it, and even though he generally dislikes 3D conversions, he said this looks pretty good. Thanks to Jon Chu on Twitter for the intel!


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Meaning of name Dougal
Etymology : Anglicized form of the Gaelic name Dubhghall, which meant "dark stranger" from dubh "dark" and gall "stranger".
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Dougal is a contradictory character as a result of certain dual energies: the 1, a masculine influence which can cause him to be self-centred and crave attention, also provokes an active and independent attitude which could make him appear more self-confident than he really is, even giving him an air of arrogance and aloofness. The 2 is characterized by a tendency to be more passive and dependent, as well as highly sensitive and therefore a good listener with great consideration for others. He seamlessly oscillates between these two influences, and this strange alchemy tends to make him an elusive and complex individual. Just when you think you know Dougal , strong, responsible and self-assured, who answers to no law but his own, now and then you could be surprised to find yourself face to face with this shy and vulnerable creature who seems so unsure of himself. Except he only ever reveals the second aspect of his nature to his close friends and family, his pride refuses to let him to show any sign of weakness, however insignificant... If he lives in harmony with the vibrations of his master number, Dougal will have high ideals and the world could be his oyster, if he so wishes. He would even have a certain influence on others, especially since he has such a caring and reassuring attitude. It is often in the fields of creation or the humanities that he will shine the brightest. Intuition, imagination and sensitivity could coexist with distinction, idealism and perfection. Of course, if he does reach the highest peaks, it won´t be without a certain amount difficulty or nervous tension. However, Dougal could also choose to experience these vibrations an octave below, that is to say in the vibrations of the 2, and settle for a safer, quieter life, involving collaboration or association, for example, and requiring much less personal effort. Whatever he decides, he will remain a sociable man, communicative, sensitive and helpful, who has a profound understanding of friendship. As a child, the duality of the 1 versus the 2 is probably even more problematic. He can be touchy, getting upset at the slightest setback, and can be known to get carried away by his anger, resentment or jealousy when he feels he isn´t good enough, clever enough or whatever. If things aren´t going well at school (which is nevertheless rare) it would be a good idea to find another outlet for his creative mind, such as a hobby that he could become passionate about, develop, and eventually excel at. It is also very important for his parents to encourage him to develop his sociability and sense of sharing.
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He likes to be in control and to lead, to dominate, to shine and be an inspiration for others, because he is rather image conscious... He is an esthete with a love of beauty and a taste for quality, there is something almost noble about him (often influenced by the sign of Leo). Emotionally, he is elitist and wants to both admire and be admired, which is not always possible, especially if he is with a partner who tends to steal his thunder... But Dougal is an upright and honest man, and an idealist, even if he is a rather authoritarian and tries to impose his tastes on others.
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He is likely to be tempted by one of the liberal professions, as this would enable him to be his own boss, the concept of hierarchy posing a problem for him. He could lean towards one of the artistic professions (actor), a creative occupation or one in relation to esthetics, luxury goods, jewelry or paintings, especially if he has a life Path Number of 6; or a career in management, as a representative, teacher, or those related to the social sector, counseling (psychology, astrology, justice...).
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Love :Couples: The complicity between the two of you will be reinforced. Singles: An admirer will make themselves known.
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Texting tips anonymously to Crime Stoppers of Lenawee County is a new community protection method, thanks to a recently added data encryption program.
The service, called TipSoft, allows citizens to send tips online, by iPhone or Android mobile apps or by sending a text message to "CRIMES" (274637) with the keyword "LENAWEE" from a mobile phone. Citizens can also continue to phone in tips to 517-266-6161 or 877-276-8477.
After texting the tip, the sender immediately receives a confirmation text with an identity number and other instructions.
"The widespread use of text messaging makes it easy for the public to help law enforcement agencies fight crime," said Det. Gary Ward, who is the Lenawee County Crime Stoppers coordinator. "And with TipSoft, they can know that it's safe for them to do the right thing without ever disclosing their identity."
TipSoft, which is made by PublicEngines, is a service that encrypts text messages, assigns them a unique ID, and routes them through secure servers to protect any personal details of the information provider. That allows agencies and members of the public to have a two-way dialogue that is completely secure and anonymous.
Citizens are encouraged to use TipSoft to report information about any non-urgent illegal activity, such as unsolved cases, vandalism, theft, the sale and distribution of drugs or information about crimes that are being planned in the community or in schools. Emergencies should still be reported by calling 911.
Crime Stoppers of Lenawee is a program available to all Lenawee County police departments, fire departments and parole agents. Crime Stoppers is funded by donations and this program was paid for by a donation from a private Lenawee County group.


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I grew up kayaking on the Dorset coast in the 70's with the local youth club - the Weymouth YAC. I went to college at Bristol University and switched to mainly river canoeing and slalom. After leaving college I paddled for Chalfont Park Canoe Club reaching Div 1 in slalom.
After a long break from canoeing I have now returned to the sport and bought a sea kayak in October 2007. This site is an on-line log book of my trips.


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Horizon's winning partnership
Together they devise game plans, pore over film and roam sidelines. Together they celebrate wins and mourn losses.
Together they stand. In games, that can be a problem.
Vickie Carrington coaches the girls basketball team at Horizon Christian Academy. So does Darren Carrington, another former athlete who keeps his wife, quite literally, on her toes.
"I have to tell him to sit down all the time," Vickie said, "because only one coach is allowed to stand up. It's always a battle. I'm about to sit down all the time because he's always standing."
Said daughter and freshman guard DiJonai Carrington: "My dad does most of the talking with the refs, so sometimes they get confused about who's the head coach."
That would be Vickie, who took over at Horizon in 2002. Since then, the ex-track standout has molded the Panthers into one of the area's top programs, winning a San Diego Section title in 2011 and sending dozens of players on to college careers. At 16-6 this winter, the Panthers are poised to make yet another deep playoff run.
Darren joined Vickie on the varsity team in 2003. For the former NFL safety, it was the perfect excuse to continue coaching their oldest daughter, DiArra, now a junior guard at the University of New Orleans. As an assistant for the Horizon football team, he's also coached their son and Oregon commit, Darren Jr.
"I think it's cool to have the opportunity to be in their lives in that way," said Darren Sr., who played four seasons with the San Diego Chargers. "I love it."
Darren met Vickie nearly three decades ago, when both of them were attending Northern Arizona University. He was a walk-on football player; she was a sprinter and competitive bodybuilder. They'd both played high school basketball.
They married in 1993. Five years later, after Darren had retired from the NFL, they teamed up for the first time as a coaching duo, working with sprinters on the Kearny High track team.
"It was a great time," said Darren, a marriage and family pastor at The Rock Church in Point Loma. "Any time you can give back to younger people, it's a blessing. And it's always more than sports. It's about life. Us being able to share the things we learned, experiences and challenges we've overcome, we give them tips to put into their repertoire when they face challenges."
Vickie went on to coach junior high sports, including basketball, at Maranatha Christian Schools.
"I loved it a lot," she said. "Maybe two years into that, I was like, 'I really want to coach older kids.' We had a middle school program, but I wanted to be around high school kids, just for the ministry reasons."
That led to a job at Horizon, which at the time was struggling on the court.
"I remember them having three wins and 19 losses, and one win and 22 losses," Vickie said, "and that always broke my heart. I knew they always had good athletes, but they didn't always have that competitive nature."
The Carringtons did. They embraced the game's grittier details, with Vickie pushing conditioning and Darren preaching defense. Blowout defeats disappeared as the Panthers grew into playoff contenders and, eventually, champions.
Two seasons ago, when the Panthers won their first section title in more than a decade, it wasn't just Vickie and Darren celebrating after a convincing victory over Life Christian at USD's Jenny Craig Pavilion.
DiArra, who was coming off an injury-shortened season at Southwestern College in Chula Vista, was an assistant coach, working beside both parents. DiJonai, then in seventh grade, was the team's play-by-play announcer. Later that afternoon, Darren Jr. scored seven points as Horizon's boys team joined the girls as section champions.
"To see us rise up and have my family still be a part of that was amazing," Vickie said. "It was like we did this together. When you coach it's a major sacrifice, major time away from your home. It's awesome that we're together."
DiJonai is experiencing that closeness this winter, in her first full season playing for both parents.
"I'm getting used to it now," said DiJonai, who averages nearly 20 points per game and has already drawn interest from major colleges. "It wasn't bad, but it was tough having to switch from them being my parents to being my coaches.
"Sometimes, during a game, I'm like, 'Mom, Dad.' And they're like, 'Coach.'"
There's only one head coach, though. Even if her assistant happens to have played in two Super Bowls.
"I never get any grief," Darren said. "The only thing is people get a laugh that I'm the assistant coach. 'Oh, your wife? That's cool. Hey, how's that work out?'"
"It works out great."
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USA '08 Barack Obama is ahead not only in the polls but where it counts the most - in spam messages. However, his presidential rival John McCain can claim his own
guaranteed enlarged small victory.
The Democrat candidate is the topic of 70 per cent more junk mail messages than his Republican counterpart overall. But McCain edges ahead by a ratio of five to four in one important category - pharmacy spam, according to stats from Secure Computing.
So based on the volume of penis-enlargement pill promises the senior senator from Arizona is well ahead of the Illinois whippersnapper.
Generally the news hooks used by spammers parallel those of VXers, but relatively little election-themed malware has emerged this election season. A campaign that punted malware in the guise of supposedly compromising images of Obama getting jiggy with a young Ukrainian strumpet was the one exception that proved the rule. The malware attempted to spread the Hupig-D Trojan, as explained in a blog posting by Sophos here. ®


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Ah, Knitter's 101! "High Def", tunes
into sharp colors, fun textures, and
knitting in bits-and-pieces. We feature
sound technique, but not necessarily
difficult projects.
This issue features an array of multi-season knits and a few that are definitely cold weather fare.
Don't miss Alexis Xenakis' visit with author Debbie Macomber in the Knitting Universe. She shares her perspective on knitting, life, writing, philanthropy, and her new yarn line.
Techies will appreciate the two modular garments
that came from our Stitches Midwest 2010 Design Challenge. Entrelac, the focus of the challenge, resulted
in more than we had anticipated—a trapeze jacket with gradated color movement and a bolero with mitered rectangles, stripes, and tucks along with the entrelac.
Gwen Bortner's cable sampler shawl adds texture to the
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Don't be intimidated. Worked with glorious
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Record results for business location projects in Austria
Austria's national investment promotion company ABA-Invest in Austria provided professional assistance for 297 foreign investment projects in 2015. This represents an increase of 8%, and thus a further improvement on the record results generated in the previous year. The increase in total investments was even more pronounced, climbing by 34% to EUR 496 million. However, the number of new jobs created in Austria as a consequence of these foreign investments projects declined slightly to 2,613 compared to 2,645 in 2014.
Germany was the most important investor nation with 103 companies establishing business operations in Austria, followed by Italy with 42 companies. Interest on the part of investors from CEE and the CIS regions remains high or is increasing: With 77 companies, this group accounted for 26% of all ABA business location projects. Never before did Hungary (25) and Slovakia (13) account for so many foreign investment projects as in 2015. Moreover, 9 investments projects involved Russian companies, 8 from Slovakia, 5 each from Czech Republic and Bulgaria and 4 companies from Ukraine were supported by ABA.
Austria's appeal as a business location lies in its function as a hub to Central, Eastern and South Eastern Europe, the skilled and qualified workforce, high stability and legal security. On the other hand companies from the CEE and CIS region use Austria as a springboard for their expansion to Western European markets.
The outlook for 2016 is bright: ABA is currently supporting a total of 755 international companies with a specific interest in establishing operations in Austria, 2.5% more than in January 2015.


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TK Kirkland
TK Kirkland's "Are There Any Questions",an Image entertainment release, was Amazon's number 1 selling standup comedy DVD for two months running. TK has built a nationwide following from his tour hosting work for the likes of 50 Cent, Eminem and Madonna.
When 50 Cent needed a foil for his video release of his hit record "Window Shopper" it was TK Kirkland who got the call.
Mr. Kirkland has been the Comedy circuits best kept secret for a decade now. Long known as the "Gangsta of Comedy" no less a personage than Jaime Foxx sang his praises on his Showtime Comedy Special going so far as to perform his own impression of TK. Laffapalooza the Showtime DVD Label. TK has worked as a host on BET's "MAD SPORTS" appeared numerous times on "Comicview
Not since TK was the morning Host on radio HOT 97 in New York has he been this busy. At that time Mr. Kirkland was substituting for Ed Lover. Over the years he has co-starred with Mike Epps and Vin Diesel's "STRAYS". Spike Lee's production of Universal Pictures critically acclaimed "New Jersey Drive".
In addition to maintaining his schedule of regular live appearances at theaters, concerts and nightclubs around the country, TK has made a numerous television guest appearances over the years.
Including presenting his longtime friend and colleague, Martin Lawrence a special award on Don Cornelius's prime time special"The Soul Train Comedy Awards Show." He was also one of the nominees in the Best New Male Comedian category.
T K first came to national attention when he and his comedy were featured on HBO's "MO FUNNY" a History of Black Comedy InAmerica. HBO gave recognition to the fact that Mr. Kirkland is one of the most important and influential comedians working in comedy today.
T K has enjoyed national notoriety before as a track and field star. He was a graduate student at the University ofArizona, when an injury prevented him from participating in the Olympics in 1984. In an effort to console him, many of his college teammates told him his real future was in comedy. It was a chance meeting with Eddie Murphy that finally inspired him to try stand-up as a profession.
He moved to Compton, California and set about working in Los Angeles's comedy clubs, including the Comedy Store, The Improv and Igby's, but it was his performances in the rising black comedy scene where he first made a name for himself. Working at The Comedy Act Theatre in the Crenshaw district of South Los Angeles, he came to the attention of Robin Harris who took him under his wing. With Robin's strong support and guidance TK quickly became a popular regular at the Club.
TK says. "I dealt with the realities of the male/female relationship," and here he pauses, "Graphically."
"All else pales in comparison to the Comedy Store's most outrageous act, T K Kirkland, a Monday night regular. His act centered entirely on oral sex. People were rolling in the aisles," as The Los Angeles Times so willingly attests.
"I realized then that I had to expand my range to include
cleaner material, I wanted to be able to perform for anyone
anywhere. A year later I did a special charity event with
MC Hammer to help keep kids stay in school, I got a standing
ovation from the kids and the parents and a look of shocked
amazement from the entertainers on the show, they were surprised that I could be just as funny working clean."
T K Kirkland now says proudly.
His first big break came when his Compton neighbor,
Eazy-E , put him on a national tour with the rap group NWA. He caused a sensation, never before had a comedian drawn as much publicity and controversy on a music tour.
He continued working as an MC / Comedian for such music act's as Bobby Brown, Keith Sweat, Tina Marie and The Hammer, taking time off to perform in Robert Townsend's HBO Special, and working with Tommy Chong and Rae Don Chong in Far Out, Man.
After seeing him perform at a concert, Sinbad asked him to appear on NBC's "Showtime At The Apollo."
For TK this was truly a special event,"I grew up in Jersey City and went to the Apollo. Nothing I had ever done before or since gave me more satisfaction than getting a standing ovation on that show."
Since then TK has been working around the country developing an underground following and honing his skills in comedy.
Mr.Kirkland, having worked with people and groups like Ice Cube, Rude Boys, Public Enemy and having appeared in music video's by such recording artists as 2nd To None and AMG he feels particular affection for the Rap and Hip Hop scenes.
"It's our music, it tells it the way it is, it's not
pretty and it's not watered down it's straight and hardcore, it tells the truth which is what I try to do with my comedy," TK volunteers.
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To echo Matthew Broderick from Biloxi Blues this summer is Africa hot, Tarzan couldn't take this kind of hot. So okay, maybe skiing isn't the first thing that comes to mind when thinking hot... at least until maybe you consider US Ski Team ace and Olympic gold medalist Lindsey Vonn.
In case you missed it, Lindsey starred in Audi's 'Truth in Motion' documentary
Jealous much? We certainly were after seeing a selection of photos posted over on RS6.com. A Taiwanese forum member by the name of Chuangs4 has posted shots of his garage and in about the most unassuming way that one does when one owns some of the coolest Audis known and likely the coolest garage in which to keep them this side of Audi's own Museum Mobile in Ingolstadt.
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Spirit of the Storm Lord
Quest: Spirit of the Storm Lord
Progress through the Isle of Thunder until you unlock the final courtyard. Obtain a Tempered Lightning Lance by thrusting the lance into Storm Lord Nalak and surviving long enough to siphon his power.
Unlock the Foot of Lei Shen
Tempered Lightning Lance
Provided item:
Our next objective is to temper this weapon with the blood of a demigod, one imbued with the Thunder King's powers.
My agents tell me that the mogu named Shan Bu is creating just such a creature, intended to guard the Thunder King's citadel.
Once your faction has fought your way to the front gates, attack Storm Lord Nalak and thrust this lance into its side. The creature will do everything in its power to stop you - stay alive long enough to siphon out the power of the Storm Lord!
You will receive: 24G 72S
Upon completion of this quest you will gain:
294,000 experience
350 reputation with The Black Prince
- This quest is available when all stages of the Isle of Thunder are unlocked. Players must kill Nalak and drive the provided Lightning Lance through his body to create Tempered Lightening Lance.
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I'm not an archaeologist, but I work with archaeologists to share their discoveries about the Maya with schoolteachers around the world. It all began when my husband and I were researching our Maya-themed adventures (The Jaguar Stones series by J&P Voelkel) and we realized that much of the easily available information about the Maya was out of date. Our books are aimed at middle-schoolers and are often used in classrooms, so it makes sense for us to help teachers access the latest archaeology through our website and free lesson plan CDs. Schools often plan whole semesters around the Greeks or Romans, but that's harder to do with the Maya – so we spend a lot of time helping to plan cross-curricular units around this great American civilization.
Today, for example, we're writing a website post about a fantastic Maya Day held recently by a middle school in Maine. It was the culmination of weeks of study and we went along to watch the fun. They had arts and crafts, pyramid-building, puppet shows, sporting events, treasure hunts and, of course, some delicious Central American food – including tamales cooked from a recipe in one of our books!
Also today, we're finishing up some illustrations and back pages for the last book in the Jaguar Stones series, The Lost City, which will be published in February 2015. A lot of the story takes place in Cahokia, an amazing ancient American site just across the Mississippi from St Louis. In AD 1250, the city that stood here was larger than London, England, yet almost no one (except for archaeologists) has heard of it. So now we have a double mission – to share up-to-date discoveries about the Maya and spread the word about Cahokia!
If you're interested to read about the Maya Day or get a free Maya lesson plan CD, we're at www.jaguarstones.com


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Rockwall, TX
We can't wait to see you!
Welcome to TRB Harbor Rockwall!
2065 Summer Lee Drive Suite S101
Rockwall, TX 75032
(469) 769-1325
Book an Open Workshop with us:
Open Workshops allow anyone (including the whole family!) to come and create a stunning piece of home decor. Simply choose your project and design, find your location, and book online. During the booking process, you will enter your project and design information so we can have the materials and stencil ready before you arrive. Book and check out online at least 24 hours before the workshop and you're good to go!
Please note, we do not take walk-ins during Open Workshops. Although they are
"open" workshops we still request that you book online at least 24 hours in advance.
Schedule a Private Party:
How many people do I need?
Weekdays before 7 pm:
Minimum: 7, Maximum: 30
Monday and Tuesday nights:
Minimum: 7, Maximum: 30
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday nights:
Minimum: 20, Maximum: 30
Minimum: 20, Maximum: 30
If you cannot meet the minimum number of guests for a private party you can always have everyone attend the same Open Workshop. When each person books they can list who they would like to sit with and your group will be seated together!
How much is it per person?
Adult projects range from $38-$75
Teen projects range from $28-$38
Kid projects $28
How does payment work?
The host can choose to pay for the group as a whole, or each guest can pay individually.
What will we make?
There are two options for choosing projects:
1 – Each guest can select their own project and design from our gallery.
2 – The host can pre-select a project and design for everyone to make.
Is there a deposit?
A $125 deposit is required to hold the reservation of your private party. The deposit will go towards the remaining balance or be refunded once the minimum number of guests has been met. If you are unable to meet the minimum or cancel the private party the deposit is considered non-refundable. The deposit fee is $125 and must be paid by credit card over the phone. You have 10 full days prior to the workshop to cancel and get a full refund. Anytime within that 10 days prior to the workshop, the deposit will be considered non-refundable.
What's included in a private party?
We provide everything you need! We take care of set up, materials, tools, and clean up.
The only thing you and your guests need to do is come ready to get crafty!
*We do not provide ice, cups, or plates.
How long is a private party?
Each private party is 3 hours. You are welcome to come in 15-20 minutes prior to set up.
What can I bring?
We are BYOB, so you can bring any type of drinks and food your heart desires (yes, that includes beer, wine, and liquor)! We have buffet tables for your use as well as any unused workstations. Please be sure to bring any tableware you might need! You are also more than welcome to bring decorations!
Cancellation Policy
If the private party is canceled at least 10 days before the scheduled date the deposit will be refunded. If the party is canceled less than 10 days away from the scheduled date the deposit is non-refundable.
If one person is paying for the entire private party the deposit will be added to the remaining balance once the minimum number of guests has been met.
If each person is booking for themselves they will do so through the private event on the calendar – the person who paid the deposit to reserve the private party will be refunded once the minimum number of guests has been met.
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- MAD Architects Ordos MuseumThe futuristic curved metal Ordos Museum in China's Inner Mongolia Region is finally complete. Designed in 2005 by MAD Architects, the undulating building houses the regions' cultural relics. Clad in a space age facade made from metal louvers, the building utilizes passive methods for lighting and climate control.1
- MAD Architects Ordos MuseumThe city of Ordos is a relatively new city that has developed over the last six years from a rural culture. The bulbous building reflects the region's resistance against the influx of the ever-creeping urban grid, and it was inspired by Buckminster Fuller's "Manhattan Dome." It emulates the sand dunes of the Gobi desert that sat on the site not long ago, before the development plan was set in place.2
- MAD Architects Ordos MuseumThe museum features dual entrances at the east and west facades, which create a continuous flow from outside to inside then out once more.3
- MAD Architects Ordos MuseumThe museum's exterior is comprised of highly polished dark copper colored metal louvers that curve in rolling waves and give the museum a surreal glow. The polished metal reflects the museum's surroundings, but the louvers are spaced apart, dissolving the reflections. The louvers also filter sunlight into the interior galleries and exhibition halls.4
- MAD Architects Ordos MuseumThe metal louver system also serves to block solar gain while allowing natural ventilation. The glazed roof and glass walls bring additional light into the interior.5
- MAD Architects Ordos MuseumInside, white expansive curvilinear walls mimic the exterior while separating the exhibition halls.6
- MAD Architects Ordos MuseumAn open atrium connects the different floors with black exposed staircases that climb the interior of the museum. The Ordos Museum is set to become a cultural and architectural oasis set amidst a gridwork of urban density.7


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That quote is actualy very witty, Celdur. I suggest you use that in your signature.
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Please visit our Open House at 810 Hygeia in Encinitas.
Open House on Saturday, May 27, 2017 3:00PM - 6:00PM
New Construction in Leucadia blocks from the Beach. Contemporary floorplan with custom finishes throughout. Entertain in the Great room with 10ft kitchen island. This space is open with lots of light flowing through the windows and skylights. 2nd View floor you will find the Master Retreat and Spa, large open Loft and extra Bedroom. Wrap around balcony with westerly sunset views. 2 on-suite Bedrooms on the first floor. New grass in your large front yard and private backyard. Private drive & 2 car garage


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Palace: Prince William's wife Kate in labor
AP foreign, Monday July 22 2013
LONDON (AP) â Palace officials say Prince William's wife, Kate, has been admitted to the hospital in the early stages of labor.
Royal officials said that Kate travelled by car to St. Mary's Hospital in central London. Kate â also known as the Duchess of Cambridge â is expected to give birth in the private Lindo Wing of the hospital, where Princess Diana gave birth to William and his younger brother, Prince Harry.
The baby will be third in line for the British throne â behind Prince Charles and William â and is anticipated eventually to become king or queen.
The medical team will be led by royal gynecologist Dr. Marcus Setchell.
The child will be the first for William and Kate, who married in 2011 after a long courtship.


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(CMT Offstage keeps a 24/7 watch on everything that's happening with country music artists behind the scenes and out of the spotlight.)
That's what Tim McGraw said — that Keith Urban might be better suited to be a judge on American Idol than he would ever be. "I've known Keith forever, so I just think he's just one of the greatest, coolest guys in the business. I think he's doing great. He's way more diplomatic than I think I could ever be. He's really a nice guy," he told The Hollywood Reporter , adding that Urban knows what he's talking about. Urban's fate on the reality show is uncertain, even though he has said himself he'd like to stick with it. McGraw, on the other hand, would not be such a great addition to the judges' table because he says he doesn't sugarcoat things. (Translation: He probably wouldn't be able to bury the bad news inside good news the way Urban has all season.)


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Feds contracting to buy all ammo
Bullet buys aimed at drying up market in end run around second amendment
A weapons manufacturer who supplies the federal government with ammunition told the nationally syndicated Savage Nation radio show that the Department of Homeland Security's huge ammo purchases were an attempt to dry up supplies as part of an end run around the second amendment.
The caller, who described himself as a defense contractor and a licensed weapons manufacturer, said the goal was to "control the amount of market that's available on the commercial market at any time," by forcing manufacturers to hold back stock.
"If they periodically do this in increments, they're going to control how much ammo is available on the commercial market," said the caller, adding that the contracts with bullet manufacturers stipulate that everything made goes to the government as the number one priority before it is allowed to enter the commercial market.
The caller noted how this process had caused prices to shoot up at gun shows, while in the commercial market ammunition was very limited and on back order as a result and that "supply cannot keep up with demand." He also noted how the State Department and the ATF were making it harder to import ammunition from overseas.
Host Michael Savage stated that the DHS' commitment to purchase 1.6 billion bullets over the past year was, "obviously an attempt to dry up the ammunition market, to control the ammunition market."
The weapons manufacturer agreed, adding that the deals the DHS is agreeing with manufacturers are based on, "indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity," allowing the feds to monopolize the supply on ammo by preventing companies from selling the bullets to the commercial market.
Savage tied the bullet demand to the huge number of new gun purchases since Obama took office, noting, "people are afraid of him….he is the most frightening American President in modern American history….so people are rushing out to buy guns to protect themselves….but what does a gun need? A gun needs a bullet," adding that the government is trying to enact gun control via the back door because the second amendment says nothing about the right to buy ammunition.
The DHS' huge bullet buys, although erroneously dismissed by some as routine, have exacerbated the nationwide shortage of ammunition, with police departments now so desperate for ammo they are being forced to barter with each other to meet their needs.
In a letter sent to the Department of Homeland Security, Californian Congressman Doug LaMalfa and 14 of his House colleagues asked if the bulk bullet purchases were, "being conducted in a manner that strategically denies the American people access to ammunition."
The DHS subsequently denied that charge, claiming the bullets were being bought in bulk to save money and were for training purposes only.
However, as we have documented, most of the bullets being purchased are hollow point rounds, which are almost twice as expensive as regular firing range bullets and therefore unsuitable for training purposes.
As former Marine Richard Mason told reporters with WHPTV News in Pennsylvania earlier this month, "We never trained with hollow points, we didn't even see hollow points my entire four and a half years in the Marine Corps."
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Recipe from James Lewallen of Russellville, Ark.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
4 of your favorite sausage cut on the bias
red, green, yellow pepers, julienned
1-10ozcan diced tomatoes or 2 medium tomatoes diced
6 leaves fresh basil
2 sprigs fresh oregano
3 cloves garlic-chopped
cilantro, fresh, about 2 tablespoons
grated parmesan cheese
1 cup good red wine
salt/pepper to taste
olive oil
1. Heat pan on stove over medium high heat, add evoo, onions,peppers, garlic, sautee untill onions are clear.
2. Add sausage and the herbs. Cook untill sausage is done through out. deglaze the pan with the wine. Sprinkle with about 1/4 cup parmesan cheese.
3. Serve over your favorite pasta. Cover with remaining cheese and garnish with remaining cilantro. Serve with a good red wine and italian bread.
Servings: 4
Comments: This is easy and fast. Be careful not to burn any of the herbs. Adjust the herbs to taste.
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Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can build a career --- a place to expect more opportunities. If you are focused on results, dedicated to quality, strength and integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then we are your employer of choice.
Regions is dedicated to taking appropriate steps to safeguard and protect private and personally identifiable information you submit. The information that you submit will be collected and reviewed by associates, consultants, and vendors of Regions in order to evaluate your qualifications and experience for job opportunities and will not be used for marketing purposes, sold, or shared outside of Regions unless required by law. Such information will be stored for a set period of time. You may review, modify, or update your information by visiting and logging into the careers section of the system.
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At Regions, the Mortgage Loan Originator directs origination of residential mortgage loans from a borrower through a branch network.
Primary Responsibilities
Completes mortgage applications for submission to the loan processing and underwriting departments
Evaluates loan requests, analyze financial data, and determines qualification of collateral and customer credit history
Maintains contact with loan customer, communicating progress of loan and obtaining any required documentation
Structures loan to comply with acceptable lending practices and Federal regulations
Establishes detailed marketing/business plan including names of potential and existing loan customers, realtors, builders, developers, etc and frequency of contact
Answers customer calls and walk- in customers to discuss various loan products and qualification information
Makes sales calls on potential or existing customers as established in Regions marketing plan to develop new business or retain existing business
Cross-sells other bank products and services
Reads surveys and appraisals, and takes necessary steps to correct encroachments and violations
May participate in networking through professional, business and community organizations and activities to promote and market loan products
This position requires the tracking of time and is eligible for overtime for hours worked in excess of 40 per week under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
This position requires registration with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry (NMLS). Please refer to (http://mortgage.nationwidelicensing.org) for more information.
High school diploma or GED
Three (3) years of mortgage lending experience with proven mortgage production.
Abundant mortgage experience in developing external business via referral partners in the market including but not limited to realtors, builders, and financial planners.
Bachelor's degree
Prior Mortgage Loan Originator experience
Skills and Competencies
Knowledgeable of Mortgage products, systems, terminology, tax requirements, etc.
Sales acumen
Knowledgeable on agency and investor regulations and guidelines
Must be able to multi-task competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
Must be able to build and maintain internal and external relationships to deliver high levels of service
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good organizational skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office products
Additional Locations:
Indianapolis, IN; Carmel, IN; Greenwood, IN
Position Type
Full time
Location Details
One Indiana Square Bldg
Indianapolis, Indiana
Jpmorgan Chase & Co.
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I've written about my obsession with kids' books that are photographed, not illustrated, and especially ones with animals. Well here's a giant one on cats, and I love the added layer of the embroidery. Perfect for a cat lover, or any age. You can find them used on Amazon.
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The Deadly Sin of Envy
Dr. Ray Pritchard, founder and president of Keep Believing Ministries, shares how envy will destroy you, and as a result, you will waste the years that God has given you.
Nathan D. Maier Memorial Series In Bible Exposition (Fall 2013)
- The Deadly Sin of Envy
- Do You Know Who You Are?
- What To Do While You Wait
- The Invisible Hand