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LODI - The story behind the small restaurant tucked within a miniature strip mall in Lodi is a stirring one. Its owner, Andy Dao, overcame daunting difficulties in his early years, managed to rebuild his life and ultimately opened his very own eatery about a year ago.
LODI - The story behind the small restaurant tucked within a miniature strip mall in Lodi is a stirring one. Its owner, Andy Dao, overcame daunting difficulties in his early years, managed to rebuild his life and ultimately opened his very own eatery about a year ago.
As it turns out, the food at Bamboo Basil Noodles & Grill is pretty impressive, too.
On a recent Saturday night, three of us trekked up to Lodi from Stockton to sample Bamboo Basil's authentic Vietnamese cuisine. I'm no expert on Vietnamese cooking, but I'm about to play one for the review, and the verdict is very positive.
Bamboo Basil is small, yet bright and welcoming. Several flat-screen televisions are situated around the restaurant and a large, attractive aquarium at the front adds a sea of tranquility to the room.
The walls are lined with bamboo, with Chinese lanterns providing the light.
We were greeted promptly and cheerfully upon our arrival and led to our table. Service was friendly, and the food we ordered arrived quickly and was fresh, delicious and light.
The restaurant's attention to detail was evident when our server brought a pitcher of ice water for refills. The bottom of the pitcher was blanketed by slices of cucumber and fresh orange, the sort of small touch that adds to a place's appeal.
Our first inclination was to order the crispy fried egg rolls ($6) but our server preached against conventionality. She suggested, instead, the spring rolls, which were the same price. Among the several options, we chose our spring rolls stuffed with shrimp and charbroiled pork.
We were very glad we followed the advice. The spring rolls, served cold, consisted of the shrimp and pork, along with fresh romaine lettuce, mint leaves and vermicelli noodles wrapped in rice paper. The rolls were accompanied by sweet peanut dipping sauce, similar to the satay sauce served in Thai cuisine.
We also shared two Vietnamese dishes: a medium order of the rare steak pho (noodle soup, $8) and an order of the charbroiled meat, shrimp and egg roll vermicelli noodles ($10).
The flavorful pho, which warmed us on a chilly night, was garnished with cilantro, green and white onions, bean sprouts, basil, jalape�o peppers and lime. The ample bowl of vermicelli included various vegetables and sweet, tangy fish sauce that provided much of the flavor. Make sure you mix it up well.
Bamboo Basil also offers a variety of Chinese items: several fried rice dishes, chow mein and chow fun, and walnut chicken among them. We tried the walnut chicken ($10), which arrived with a generous number of nuggets that were breaded and fried, but not at all greasy. We also ordered the barbecue pork chow fun ($9), which tasted suspiciously like barbecue pork chow fun at our favorite Chinese restaurant.
The restaurant also serves a variety of appealing beverages, including a delicious and refreshing coconut shake ($3.50).
Our appetites were satisfied before we could order dessert. But if you save room, you have two choices: fried banana ice cream ($5) or 3 Color Drink, which the menu describes as Asian Jell-O, mung beans and jackfruit pieces with a splash of coconut milk.
Based on everything else we enjoyed at Bamboo Basil, dessert sounds like a good bet - next time.
Questions? Comments? Contact LENS Editor Robin Nichols at (209) 546-8274 or firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Simply register with Roland once you've bought the product.
So that's 12 months protection against theft, loss or accidental damage. Particularly handy if you're gigging or touring when it can be good to have some extra cover, just treat your gear with the usual respect and don't get carried away on stage...
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Well, it's been a while since Obstructed Views has written anything, so OV thought, why not do an article about something that OV really enjoys? The first game that ever caught our eye was Final Fantasy. Since then, OV has been completely addicted to those awesome JRPG games. Now, without further ado, obstructed views will give you a list of ten JRPGS you should go back and play. And if you have never played them, well, what the hell are you thinking?
I want to add Valkyrie Profile to the list instead of recent games.
And I love these Japan-exclusive and unknown (even for the Japanese) masterpieces of JRPGs in 1990's:
- Tenshi No Uta II: Datenshi No Sentaku
- Illusion City
- Linda Cube (aka Linda Cube again)
- Ore No Shikabane o Koeteyuke
So many people who started out with FF7 missed on what I think is the best Final fantasy in 6. Kefka is a lunatic, lol.
Fire Emblem and Disgaea are not JRPGs. They're SRPGs.
Sheesh, its like anything that is made in Japan and has CHARACTERS in it gets labelled a JRPG.


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A Brief Overview of Corporate Governance Reforms in India
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Since the late 1990s, Indian regulators, industry representatives, and companies have undertaken significant efforts to overhaul the country's corporate governance. These reform initiatives have been revived or accelerated following the Satyam scandal of 2009. It remains to be seen whether some of the more recent voluntary corporate governance measures will become mandatory for all companies through a comprehensive revision of the Companies Act. This report briefly outlines the process undertaken to reform India's corporate governance laws. It also provides an overview of Clause 49, the pending corporate governance-related provisions in the Companies Bill, and the MCA's Corporate Governance Voluntary Guidelines.


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Visual Studio Team Edition for Database Professionals (Team Data) is a long-overdue tool from Microsoft that lets database professionals better control and deploy SQL Server 2005 and 2000 database schema changes. Team Data's features include database schema source control, database object refactoring, database schema and data comparison, and unit testing. Part of the Visual Studio Team Edition family, it's not bundled with SQL Server 2005, so you'll need to purchase it separately. Before you take that leap, I'd like to point you to some great Microsoft resources where you can find more information about Team Data.
5. Videos and Webcasts
One of the quickest (although not always the most exciting) ways to get up to speed quickly is to watch technical presentations. You can find seven Webcasts and eight short videos about Team Data's features at the Database Team Professional Center: http://msdn2.microsoft.com/enus/teamsystem/aa718764.aspx
4. Microsoft Blogs
To get an insider's view of Team Data, check out these blogs by Microsoft product managers (two of whom, Matt Nunn and Richard Waymire, also write for SQL Server Magazine).
- Gert Drapers (http://blogs.msdn.com/gertd)
- Matt Nunn (http://blogs.msdn.com/mattnunn)
- Mairead O'Donovan (http://blogs.msdn.com/mairead)
- Sachin Rekhi (http://blogs.msdn.com/sachinre)
- Cameron Skinner (http://blogs.msdn.com/camerons)
- Richard Waymire (http://blogs.msdn.com/rwaymi)
They offer news about the product, best practices, samples, and discussions about how companies have deployed Team Data.
3. Team Data FAQs
Microsoft's Team Data Web page provides information about the trial version. The site also explains features such as version control and refactoring: http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/teamsystem/aa718913.aspx
2. Team Data Forum
Another great resource is Microsoft's Team Data MSDN forum, which is frequented by many of the product managers. Here, you can get answers to many of your questions: http://forums.microsoft.com/msdn/showforum.aspx?forumid=725&siteid=1
1. Trial Edition
The best way to learn about a product, of course, is by trying it. You can download a 180-day trial version that runs on Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 (SP1), Windows XP SP2, and Windows 2000 SP4. You'll also need to have installed either the retail or trial edition of Visual Studio 2005 Team Suite Edition. Download the trial version at http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?familyid=7de00386-893d4142-a778-992b69d482ad&displaylang=en


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When crisis arose, they handled it. When history was made, they spread the news. When change was needed, they rallied support.
Who are these superheros among us?
PR communicators.
From all around the world, we received entries telling the extraordinary work that PR professionals and corporate communicators were able to achieve this past year. After many hours of review and careful consideration, we've selected the best of the best.
It is with great pleasure that we present the winners of PR Daily's 2013 Digital PR Awards!
This year's winners include some of the most recognized names in the industry and some that we are sure to have everyone talking. From award shows to health insurance, North Carolina to the surface of Mars, the work featured in this year's award could not cover a broader range of topics and locations. But they all had a few things in common: they were bold, innovative, wildly successful, and they harnessed the power of digital communications to its fullest extent.
We hope that as you read through the winning entries you'll be inspired by their projects and motivated to push the bar higher. Hopefully we'll add your name to next year's list.
And now... here are this year's winners and honorable mentions!
Best Blog
Winner: The Hoffman Agency, "Ishmael's Corner"
Honorable Mentions:
Best Cause Marketing or CSR Campaign
Winner: Kaiser Permanente, "Weight of the Nation"
Best Content Marketing or Brand Journalism Site
Winner: Farm Credit National Communications, Farm Credit Producing Excellence
Honorable Mention:
Best Crisis Management
Winner: Power Public Relations for Clearview Energy
Best Digital News or Press Release
Winner: MTV, 2013 #RoadToTheVMAs Social Campaign
Best Digital Newsroom
Winner: NASDAQ OMX Corporate Solutions for LinkedIn
Best Email Newsletter
Winner: VSP Vision Care, "EnVision" Digital Newsletter
Best Infographic
Best Video Infographic
Winner: Bechtel, "Build a Better Bechtel"
Best Location-Based Campaign
Winner: Durham Convention & Visitors Bureau, "The Tastiest Town in the South"
Best Microsite or Custom Website
Winner: Philips Healthcare
Best Mobile App
Winner: Brigham and Women's Hospital, BWH BluePrint Tour
Best Multimedia Campaign
Winner: CRT/tanaka for BISSELL Homecare, Inc., "White Sock Test"
Best Podcast or Videocast
Winner: Scholastic Inc. and The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards' Live Webcast
Best SEO
Winner: CRT/tanaka for Florida Sweet Corn, Sunshine Sweet Corn SEO
Best Specialty Campaign
Best Video – Cause-related
Winner: Aeras, "EXPOSED: The Race Against Tuberculosis"
Best Video – Marketing/Awareness
Winner: IC Federal Credit Union
Best Video – External Corporate Campaign
Winner: Kaiser Permanente, "Walk-And-Talk" with Every Body Walk!
Best Video – Internal Corporate Campaign
Winner: Digitas France for Publicis Groupe, Publicis Wishes 2013 - "Boss the Big Boss"
Best Website
Winner: The Coca-Cola Company, Coca-Cola Journey
Best Digital PR Campaign – B2B Sector
Winner: Bhava Communications, "Develop, Deploy, Scale, Enjoy": Continuuity's Integrated Digital Product Launch
Best Digital PR Campaign – Consumer Sector
Winner: Ketchum for The Clorox Company, 'Clorox's Bleachable Moments Gets a Younger Generation Buzzing about Bleach'
Honorable Mentions:
Best Digital PR Campaign – Nonprofit Sector
Winner: Phillips & Company for Explore Mars, "Get Curious" Campaign
Best Digital PR Campaign – Budget Under $25,000
Winner: Durham Convention & Visitors Bureau, "The Tastiest Town in the South"
Best Digital PR Campaign - Budget Between $25,000 and $50,000
Winner: Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts for Felicia Yukich, Integrated Digital PR Campaign for Weddings
Best Digital PR Campaign - Budget Over $50,000 (GRAND PRIZE WINNER)
Winner: Zeno Group for Seattle's Best Coffee, "Black Friday Coffee Break"
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Our officially licensed 3 x 5 ft. MLB Major League Baseball flags are constructed of a silk-like polyester material. This flag is Single/Reversed Construction. This means that the image is on both sides, it will read correctly on the front side and reversed on the back. These flags feature vibrant colors and exciting graphics, and are fitted with D-rings for hanging purposes.


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LITTLE ROCK Around the newsroom, word of Porter's Jazz Cafe's sputtering term inside the historic Gus Blass Wholesale Co. building was met with wrinkled noses and pursed lips.
We local business digesters don't delight at the pusillanimous performance of any enterprise, especially one with the kind of vision Porter's was peddling, and one along a ghost town strip of Main Street.
Now it's Montego Cafe, a joint catering "Jamaican fusion cuisine" — according to owner Brad McCray's ABC permit — while angling for the same audience downstairs that Porter's courted.
It's a small stretch to imagine Montego as the western bookend of Juanita's. Both offer ethnic fare the envy of downtown De Queen, but not Dallas or Memphis. Both offer seasoned and approved second-tier stage acts in venues smaller than The Rev Room but bigger than Stickyz, for racially homogenous crowds — blue-jeanedwhites at Juanita's, kerchiefed and coifed blacks at Montego. Both are a short walk from the thrombosis of River Market revelers circuiting the block and a half that includes piano bars, Flying Saucer and Big Whiskey's, and in the business metrics of downtown, a "short walk" can add up to certain irrelevance.
Friday a small group of friends and I swung by for dinner and were turned away. The restaurant was closed until 8 p.m., the sign said. We returned to a crush of sophisticatedly dressed nightlifers forming lines north and south of the door. It's like Jean-Georges in New York on a no-reservations night, I thought. We were in for a treat.
A gentleman in a vest and bow tie flashed me his ticket. Chrisette Michele, it said. (She's an Island/Def Jam label artist and Grammy-winning singer.) Whether or not the dining room was open, we didn't find out. When you don't have tickets to the show, standing in line feels humiliating.
That's OK. I get it. Montego wants to be a club first — the clearest sign of this is the regular Wednesday dueling pianos karaoke they've lined up — and it should. If you've never been, the dark and acoustical downstairs is a cool space with its great two-story opening in the ground floor to loose the sights and sounds of the entertainment to the diners above.
We must leave all that for another time, because this space — this inky four-sided offering in your newspaper — is for evaluating the food and service of restaurants.
On my first visit I started light with the jerk chicken and mango salad. Judge for yourself whether $10 is a mite much for a shallow bowl of spring mix topped with a small pre-sliced chicken breast, accented with carefully diced mango and red onions and thinly sliced avocado. I was impressed that the chicken was warm, not cold, and the ingredients were fresh.
A word on the jerk seasoning, which the house manager on one occasion confided is a toss of ginger, thyme, Walkerswood-brand jerk sauce and lime. Without too much experience with authentic Caribbean dry rub, this is excellent. Lots of heat doesn't overstay its welcome, but lots of undertones - the ginger and thyme - make it more than just five-alarm barbecue.
Chief among the appetizers touted by servers is the coconut shrimp ($9). When we tried it, the heavily coconutted shrimp were overcooked such that my date referred to the taste as "toast," and the shrimp seemed almost buried by the batter. On the other hand, the mango salsa was delicious, with kernel-size chunks of mango and a wispy back-of-the-tongue red pepper kick that really made it pop. If the kitchen could go lighter on the coating and the deep-frying this would be a winner.
The Bob Marley burger ($9) is a little bland. I commend the cooks for serving up a burger that doesn't topple beneath its own girth, though with a burger patty, a fried egg, plantains, onion, avocado, and cheese, it could be unwieldy. The most delicious element in the stack is the sweet jalapeno bun.
Saturday night I returned and tried the Island curry chicken ($14). For some reason — the new moon? Christmas shopping? my decade-long unrequited pen-pal correspondence with Debra Winger? — I was ready to be disappointed. Instead, the curry chicken delighted. The cubed chicken breast had a cooked-in spice mix, and while the morsels weren't stewing in a gravy, they were not dry. The "island" rice accompaniment was fluffy and almost milky sweet, with savory bits of carrots and peas - this rice could have been an entree; it was that good - while the fried plantains were lightly crunchy on the outside and banana-smooth inside.
The service over each of three visits varied from friendly to overeager to sexy-but-handsoff. All were attentive and informed.
I'm not sure Montego Cafe is a dinner destination yet. The entrees number just about eight, and the only red-meat offering is the hamburger. It's a cool downtown lunch spot, though, with medium traffic thus far, and its status as a joint with a new hook on the downtown music scene is happening.
Montego Cafe
Address: 315 Main St., Little Rock
Hours: Kitchen is open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Friday, 4-10 p.m. Saturday.
Venue open until 2 a.m. Wednesday-Friday, 1 a.m. Saturday
Cuisine: Caribbean-inspired
Credit cards: AE, D, MC, V
Alcoholic beverages: Full bar
Reservations: Large parties
Wheelchair accessible: Yes
(501) 372-1555
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National Practice Transitions (NPT) is a full service brokerage firm providing transition consulting and brokerage services exclusively to dentists through its founders and territory representatives since 1996.
Our goal is to provide you with all the resources of a large national firm, coupled with exceptional, face-to-face service of a small local business. We take great pride in our impeccable reputation for integrity, level of service provided, and results.
NPT has the expertise and experience to help with all stages for a dental practice. Whether you are ready to retire with an exit strategy, looking to update your career path, or whether you are just starting out, we can help you every step of the way. Our services offered include: practice sales, appraisals, associate placement, transition consulting for future sale, partnerships, and buyer representation (we are NOT a dual representation firm). We have a 99% success rate in our practice sales and a 100% success rate with practices we have sold, meaning we have never had a buyer fail or default post-closing.
If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to call and speak to one of owners directly. We have a team of experienced professionals with a vast array of backgrounds including dental, legal, sales, accounting, marketing, and finance available to help with successful dental practice transitions, negotiations, and related legal and tax planning services.
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Elizabeth Clark, DDS -to- Mildred Goebel, DMD (New London, CT)
Gary F. Keiper, DMD-to- Haresh Nada & Jignesh Patel, DMD (Lehigh, PA)
Robert A. Arciuolo, Jr.,, DMD -to- April Walker, DMD & Benjamin T. Halton, DMD (Bucks, PA)
Burgin E. Claiborne, DDS -to-Robert P. Lane, DDS (Shelby, TN)
Mark C. Beal, DMD -to- Tracey Murphy, DMD (Suffolk, MA)
David R. Robinson, DMD -to- Society Hill Dental Of Lewisburg,LLC (Union, PA)
Susan Deeley, DMD -to- Dream Family Dental-Shin Young- Yang,DMD, LLC (Warren, OH)
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Our experience with NPT was excellent from start to finish. Amanda was wonderful to work with. She's a great communicator, responsive & did an outstanding job helping us navigate several unexpected hurdles. We had lots of questions & both Scott & Amanda were very patient with answering all of them & helping to walk us through the process. If you want a broker who is undoubtedly on your team, we can recommend Amanda Christy & NPT without reservations.
- Charles H. Simpson III, DDS, PA
Wake County, NC
Making the decision to sell your practice is not an easy one. However, I knew that working with Scott Cabral and his team would be much easier than trying to do things on my own. NPT did an outstanding job coordinating all the pieces and putting together the package that resulted in the sale of my practice with very little stress. I would recommend NPT to anyone considering selling or planning ahead to sell their practice.
- Mary Jane Hanlon, DMD
Lexington, MA
Dear Scott, Just a note to thank you so much for all your work on the sale of my office. You made it much easier and quicker than I could ever have imagined. This was due to your complete control over every step of the proceedings. Also your calm demeanor and total knowledge of all aspects of the sale of the practice and the real estate made the sale go flawlessly. Sharon would also like to express her gratitude for your handling of everything. She said you made her life much easier by keeping me care free during the entire process. Hope to keep in touch while I enter a new phase of life in retirement. Thanks so much again.
- John A. Collins, DDS
Bellingham, MA
Dr. Bernie Kowalski and NPT(National Practice Transitions) guided me through and greatly simplified the complex process of selling my practice. I couldn't be happier with the result and feel very confident in recommending them to anyone ready to sell their practice. Thanks again, Dr. John Roush DDS
- John R. Roush, DDS
Lancaster County, PA
I want to thank Dr. Fred Bacon for all of your time, understanding and hard work on helping with the sale of my practice. With you being a retired dentist and having gone through a transition yourself, I felt very comfortable working with you, as well as your knowledge, on both sides of the dental business. You have a keen understanding of the expectations, the process of moving forward and the opportunities that were available that I experience during this change in my life. Your representation of all involved was invaluable.
- James C. Lowman, III, DMD
Elmore County, AL
Thanks to NPT, my practice had a very smooth transition. Even under the best circumstances, it is a complicated process with unexpected bumps in the road. I cannot imagine having done this without NPT.
- Robert Bird, Jr., DDS
Litchfield County, CT
"Bernie has been diligent in the sale of my practice. I would recommend anyone looking to buy or sell their practice go through Bernie at NPT. He was readily available no matter when to show the practice every time a buyer came to the office. His commitment speaks volumes compared to some other transition companies. He was always available to answer any questions or concerns." Thank you.
- Evelyne Hanein DDS, College Hill Dental Group
Easton, PA
Now that the deal is done, I want to be sure that you know how valuable your representation and assistance have been in the sale of my practice. I truly feel I have been well served, carefully guided and intelligently advised at every step of the very intricate process... Please know that I sincerely appreciate all your skill, your unfailing responsiveness, and the clear focus of your interest. You are a "pro" in every sense of the word and I suspect you realize that I'm not an easy grader.
- James J. Healy, DMD
Sudbury, MA
My thanks go out to Amanda Christy and National Practice Transitions. I had a hard deadline to sell my practice before moving out of state, and Amanda came through. My practice was marketed well, and she was always available to answer questions and review the process. When it came down to negotiations, her experience with all aspects of dental practice sales definitely came through. And there was no doubt Amanda was on my side! I would not hesitate to call her and NPT again for any future practice transition needs that may arise. Thanks for all your help Amanda.
- Susan T. Lance, DDS
Craven County, NC
Just a short note to thank you for helping me with the sale of my dental practice. Although the circumstances were somewhat difficult, the transition was made easier with your guidance.
- Matthew B. Sandler, D.M.D
Weymouth, MA
Anyone looking to buy or sell a practice needs to seriously consider Scott Cabral and NPT. Scott's in-depth knowledge of the dental profession and, even more importantly, his outstanding dedication to his clients, will make him an extremely valuable member of your transition team. Scott was always available to answer any questions or concerns and facilitated the transaction in a smooth and stress free manner. I highly recommend NPT.
- John J. Darby, DDS
Riverside, RI
Your help in negotiating a fair deal for both parties, smoothing out snags from the lawyers, informing the staff of the transition plan, and follow-up advice after the sale were all invaluable.
- Helen Molloy, DMD
Falmouth, MA
After 37 years of practice at the same location in Beavercreek, Ohio, it was time to retire. I called National Practice Transitions and spoke to Jason Gamble. I owned the multi-tenant office building where I practiced and Jason was able to find just the right buyer for my dental practice and my building at just the right price. He never gave up searching, and with his help and numerous contacts, the process went smoothly. I highly recommend Jason and National Practice Transitions when you're ready to sell your practice.
- Michael C. Ross, DDS
Greene County, OH
Working with National Practice Transitions could not have been a better experience. Dan and NPT were terrific. They were on top of all the details from the beginning and were always looking out for my best interest. Their knowledge and experience was extensive making the process easy and I cannot thank Dan and NPT enough.
- Edward Donley, DMD
Watertown, MA
Working with NPT and their team made the difference in selling my practice in a timely fashion. Their personal touch, attention to detail, resourcefulness and ability to find creative solutions to get the job done, allowed me to transition into retirement with ease. I highly recommend NPT to any dentist who is looking for new practice opportunities or assistance with transitioning their current practice.
- Jabour T. Bethoney, D.D.S.
Putnum, CT
I cannot thank Amanda Christy enough!! Without her the sale of my practice would have never happened, she went out of her way to make sure the sale went through coordinating I don't know how many different people to assure the transition occurred. She always had my best interest at heart too; from dealing with a corporate group that appeared interested in the spring of 2013 to finding the Dr who ultimately purchased the practice. She was dedicated, concerned, and knowledgeable about every aspect of the process and worked tirelessly to see it through. Words cannot express how grateful I am for everything she did, when I say it could not have happened without her, I mean it. I highly, highly recommend her!!
- Thomas M. Hendley, DMD
Pageland, SC
I recently worked with Amanda Christy and NPT to sell my dental practice. Amanda was very patient; it took me almost a year from the time I initially spoke with her to decide that selling was the right decision for me. She worked very closely with me to make sure that I was comfortable with the process and also with the buyer. There was no request that she could not fulfill and she was in constant contact with me throughout the entire sale. She provided resources and contacts who were familiar with the sales process and this helped to ease my anxiety as well as making the process move quickly and smoothly. I would definitely recommend NPT and Amanda Christy to any dentist who is planning on selling their practice.
- Shannon L. Moran, DDS, PA
Mecklenburg County, NC
We have had the pleasure of working with NPT and Amanda Christy for multiple practice sales and acquisitions over the past few years. Amanda and her team provide exceptional professional service and provide fair valuations for both Buyer and Seller. Amanda has an excellent understanding of the transition process and is extremely knowledgeable and efficient with all facets of the acquisition process. We will continue to work exclusively with NPT in the future and would absolutely recommend Amanda and NPT to colleagues for their transition needs.
- Mark Tripp, DDS
Mecklenberg County, NC
I would like to thank NPT and especially Dr. Fred Bacon for not giving up on the sale of my practice. I think I gave them a real challenge, but they came through with the kind of deal that suited my situation perfectly. I highly recommend NPT for any sale or transition.
- Joseph M. Ross, DDS
White County, TN
Thank you for helping us through this big transition. Now I understand the complexities of selling a practice. Again, your patience and calm were helpful. I am thankful that Jason Gamble. with NPT, worked with me to sell my practice in a timely manner. He coordinated all the people involved in the transaction and was always available to me for questions and answers. I would recommend him to help other dentists, as he is a true professional.
- R. Scott Huey, DDS
Kettering, OH
There are times in life when a simple thanks will suffice, but I would like to truly express my most sincere gratitude to Scott Cabral, Dr. Fred Bacon and those associated with National Practice Transitions. It's easy to say that they are a great group of dental brokerage consultants that are professional, efficient, and highly effective at selling dental practices, but that would sell them short.
- Reed David, DDS
Gatlinburg, TN
From start to finish, my entire experience with your company was a positive one. I would sincerely recommend you to any of my friends considering the sale of their practice.
- Gerald Jernegan, DMD
Braintree, MA
"It was good fortune that led me to meet Dan Baccari of National Practice Transitions (NPT) at Yankee Dental Congress this past January. I had my practice in the for sale category for 2+ years with no results. At Yankee I had attended several practice transition lectures and spoke with others on the exhibit floor. After extensive discussions I felt an affinity for NPT's philosophy. They had long discussions regarding my desires, etc. and fulfilled all my expectations and more. In summary, as of June 10th my practice is sold and transferred. If you find yourself in the transition arena, it would be in your best interest to have a discussion with NPT."
- Douglas Bryans, DDS
Barnstable County, MA
NPT moved my practice so fast it was truly amazing. Before I met Dan Baccari of NPT, I had listed my practice for sale with several other brokers with no luck at all and got nothing but broken promises. NPT completed what they promised in a professional manner.
- Donald Macleod, DMD
Falmouth, MA
The sale and transition have been wonderful. It was smooth & very satisfying. Easy for me because 2 great, competent dentists with high integrity took over the practice. I can honestly say they are the best dentists around. Thank you Jason and NPT!
- Timothy Tschanz, DDS
Warren County, OH
"Thanks to NPT and Jason, I have fulfilled my dream of retirement in sunny Florida. Selling a practice in a small town can be very difficult but Jason made it a very smooth transition!"
- Dr. Pat Long DDS
Shadyside, OH
"Making the decision to sell your dental practice is very difficult. The process of selling your practice can also be difficult. Fortunately, I had the assistance of Dan Baccari and NPT who made the process easy. They were extremely professional and knowledgeable. With their expertise and guidance, the transition was seamless. I would highly recommend Dan and NPT to anyone planning this Transition."
- Joyce Siogros-Pepi, DMD
Bristol County, MA
After 43 years of general practice, I was fortunate to find the firm NPT to sell my practice when I was ready to retire. I found this firm to be helpful, knowledgeable, and always available with advice and suggestions. I must say their attention to detail and knowledge of their field resulted in a smooth and satisfying transition of my practice to the succeeding dentist. I can heartily recommend this firm, without reservation, to anyone contemplating using their services. I cannot imagine taking this step in my life without their professional help.
- Anthony M. Martin, DDS
New Bedford, MA
When I purchased and merged a practice through you four years ago I knew I would be using your service again in the future, as I was so impressed with your skill set and the way you handled the transaction. What I did not expect was for you to sell my practice in one day, for more than the asking price, with my choice of multiple candidates before it hit the open market. I think you took 'under promise and over deliver' to a new level. You, Scott, and NPT have tons of experience and great contacts in the industry, but in the end it was your people skills that made the whole process so smooth and enjoyable.
- Joseph A. Nash, DMD
Bristol County, MA
You won't find a better group to work with than NPT. They fulfilled all their promises and played an integral role in the sale and transition of my practice. I highly recommend them.
- T. Repko, DDS
Mystic, CT
I was somewhat reluctant to begin this process, NPT and in particular Dr. Fred Bacon, were able to guide me through the process. Working with Fred and NPT proved to be very rewarding, personally and financially. NPT has an extensive network of contacts, and presented only credible candidates. They were very determined to work with my many difficulties and inexperience, and guide me through to completion. I recommend NPT without reservation to anyone seeking a professional transition.
- Joseph F. Dove, DDS
Shelby County, TN
I was very pleased with the service and results from Amanda Christy with NPT. She found a buyer for my practice in a very short time and was right there throughout the entire practice transition.
- Samuel J. Randall, III, DDS
Charlotte, NC
"Thank you doesn't convey the sentiments I have for making the sale of my practice go so smoothly and with ease. NPT exceeded and surpassed any and all expectations I could have imagined! Besides the professional component, I am greatly appreciative of all the emotional support you have given over the past months!"
- Ron Levenbaum, DMD
Middlesex County
I would like to thank Jason Gamble for his guidance and help selling my practice. His efforts allowed the process to progress smoothly, and his attention to details helped the deal to close quickly.
- Thomas Snashall, DDS
Grove City, OH
Change is always stressful but I have learned that the right professional can mitigate the anxiety. Dan found the right match and took care of all the details. I am now looking forward to the next chapter in my career with great optimism. I could not imagine going through the process without Dan and NPT.
- Alan Lichtenfeld, DDS
Providence County, RI
I am forever grateful for the long days, weeks and months that Amanda Christy sacrificed sleepless nights with numerous text messages and phone calls to make this transaction a success for both the buyer and myself.
- Joy Graves, DMD
Fayetteville, NC
NPT and Dr. Bernie Kowalski made it easy to market and sell my practice with their thorough knowledge, continual follow-up, and providing necessary advice throughout every step of the way to the closing. Thank you again.
- H.V. Dalsania, DDS
Lehigh County, PA
"One of the most impressive things about Jason Gamble and National Practice Transitions is that he found me a qualified buyer in less than one month. And after the purchase agreement was complete, Jason continued to follow up to make sure that the transition was smooth. I would recommend Jason Gamble and National Practice Transitions to any doctors wishing to transition their Practice."
- The practice of Richard A. Siegel, DDS
Franklin County, OH
"Bernie, What more can we say but thank you! You and NPT did a wonderful job for us. We are very grateful! Best wishes to you and your family!"
- Drs. Scott & Lesley Baratz
I had been looking to transition for six years. I had enlisted five other transition companies before discovering NPT. You were the first company to come up with not just one, but two suitable buyers. You sold my practice for full value.
- Thomas Williams, DDS
Dayton, OH
My experience with Scott Cabral and National Practice Transitions was excellent. Scott more than earned his fee. His ability to formulate the deal, shepard it and then promote a smooth closing were very necessary and appreciated.
- Alan L. Ross, DMD
Torrington, CT
"It has been more than 14 years since I began practicing dentistry in West Monroe. I witnessed the growth of many patients, and many children who grew up with me now have children of their own. I was very reluctant to turn my practice over to just any dentist. After researching practice transition companies, I selected National Practice Transitions to help me find the right doctor to work with my team and take care of the patients I care so much for. Amanda Christy listened to my needs and helped me find just the right person. The whole team at NPT were very thorough and patient with me getting ready to move on with my next career adventure. I highly recommend NPT, and especially Amanda Christy, if you are considering a change in your practice life."
- Henry A. Long, Jr., DDS
Ouachita County, LA
I have used NPT to assist me in selling my Rhode Island practice and again to purchase my Massachusetts practice. Your integrity and effectiveness in this industry is top-notch. Before using your services I thoroughly investigated your company.
- Timothy McAdams, DDS
Brewster, MA
If you want to work with a firm to facilitate the sale of your client's practice with amazing efficiency and professionalism, you'll never do better than NPT! They dot the i's and cross the t's like no other. Their ability to stay with the deal until it's done is superb. Their efforts are worth every penny of the cost.
- Paul Richards, CPA
Needham, MA
I greatly appreciate all the help, guidance and understanding you gave me. Your knowledge as a dental consultant coupled with your negotiating skills as attorneys made the acquisition and transition as simple as possible.
- Theodore Goldberg, DMD
Watertown, MA
I would like to thank you for your expertise with the sale of my dental practice; we truly couldn't have done it without you. I personally appreciate your sound advice and knowledge of all aspects of our practice transition, flexibility in accommodating our needs and the needs of prospective buyers, and the fact that you always kept me up to date with what was going on. You made me feel like the sale of my practice was your top priority by returning all of my calls promptly, answering all of my questions honestly and without hesitation, and assisting with every aspect of the sale from market analysis to legal issues. It was also clear that you not only had my best interest in mind, but the best interest of the buyer. Once the practice was sold, you continued to follow up to make sure we were happy.
Thank you for your hard work and integrity. I would highly recommend NPT to anyone thinking of buying or selling a dental practice.
- Steven M. Lovelace, DMD
Manchester, CT
"We just wanted to drop you a note, Rick, thanking you and NPT for your assistance in selling our dental practice. You were readily available during the whole process (from appraisal to final sale). We were particularly impressed with your negotiation skills. The deal you crafted between us (the sellers) and the buyer was a well thought-out arrangement creating a win for both parties. Again, Thank You and NPT!!"
- Dr. Chris Latvis and D. John Latvis Jr
Litchfield County, CT
I retired recently after 42 years of practicing dentistry in Bristol, Connecticut. The idea of retiring was something I pushed in the back of my mind as I would deal with it when the time arose. When this occasion did occur I accumulated material from the A.D.A. and various dental practice magazines. This was a quagmire of information and I was sinking into it. I decided then to use a practice broker. I was very fortunate in selecting the NPT. Dan Baccari and Scott Cabral were extremely informative and helpful in the sale of my practice. In addition, both of them along with their office staff were very pleasant to deal with. They also aided the buyer in locating the financial resources to consummate the transaction. I highly recommend them to any dentist who is thinking of selling their practice.
- Joel M. Dinowitz, D.D.S.
Bristol, CT
I wanted to thank you and your company from the bottom of my heart for the extraordinary job you did in selling my practice. First, you are true gentlemen. Second, the amount of time and effort you put into the sale of my practice was above and beyond what I was anticipating and expected. You were constantly available and patient.
- Richard N. Harris, D.M.D.
Raynham, MA
"My experience with Dan Baccari and NPT was entirely positive from the first contact through the closing of the sale of my practice. Because NPT pre-registers the buyers, Dan was able to set up interviews with nine qualified buyers within a very short time after listing my practice. I was able to consider a number of offers and select the best fit for my practice. Dan and Rick McNamara were always available to answer my questions and provide guidance. I wholeheartedly recommend NPT and Dan Baccari."
- Jeanne Velde, DMD
Essex County, MA
Thank you again for all your help in the transition of my practice. You were "always there" when needed and made the process very smooth. It has been very easy to recommend you, without any reservation, to my friends and colleagues in the dental community.
- Rick Moore, DDS
Jewett City, CT
Transitioning with Jason Gamble and NPT was orchestrated with a high level of professional knowledge, efficiency, and above all compassion, during a potentially anxious time of exiting or entering a practice. I highly recommend their team!
- Deborah Champion, DDS
Allen County, OH
I am so glad a colleague suggested I give you a call! You have helped me achieve a dream I've held for so long. Thank you for all that you've done for me. The entire purchasing process was comfortable for me and a lot of that had to do with you and your integrity. Thank you so much.
- Steve Goodwin, DMD
Suffield, CT
I want to thank you most sincerely for all your hard work with the sale of my practice. I'm really impressed and I don't impress very easily. You're a class act, making this as painless and pleasurable as could be. I would highly recommend your services to anyone!
- Alan Sonn, DMD
Brookfield, CT
We want to thank you for your help and patience throughout this lengthy process. It is greatly appreciated!
- Drs. Sumeet Saxena & Ambreen Bawa
Hadley, MA
It was a pleasure dealing with NPT. You were honest and pleasant and always available to deal with my questions and concerns. You were always accessible and returned every one of my calls immediately. Furthermore, you even continued to help with issues even after your part of the process was over! I would highly recommend you (NPT) for any transition needs.
- Virginia Plaisted, DDS
Delmar, NY
NPT was very knowledgeable about the practice I was looking at and the dental industry in the area. They were very accessible and prompt to answer questions I had.
- Joshua M. Erekson, D.D.S.
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BATON ROUGE, La.
They worry about the economy here, and the public schools, and a fit of violence by bored teenagers. But as the heat turns from powerful to painful in just a few hours, and people run inside for relief, there is little talk of the immigration wars that rage in the political campaigns or a looming Supreme Court decision about Arizona's anti-immigrant law. Immigrants rebuilt this state after Hurricane Katrina; that memory is often why, despite being a pretty conservative place, there is little hatred of the other here. As one Republican politician told me, "We are conservative, yes, but we know Arizona is not where we should be."
The immigration story here and, indeed, most everywhere, is different than the one that pits President Obama and the long-sought decision to halt the deportation of young people against Mitt Romney, who opposed it on technical grounds. The American public, not just the Hispanic community, has long passed any equivocation; they immediately supported the decision by a 2-to-1 margin.
That support marks a growing consensus on immigration: that comprehensive immigration reform may be desirable, but failure to pass it is not a barrier to progress. The conventional wisdom, and one that even Romney reiterated this week, has been that maximum effort must be placed on this ever-elusive proposal which includes, whether through amnesty or self-deportation or something in between, dealing with the millions of undocumented immigrants all at once. But the pursuit of comprehensive immigration reform is not a precondition to immigration sanity.
This focus on one big solution has muted our recognition that we are beginning to form a different narrative about immigration that shuns both the extremes of the right, too cruel and unforgiving, and of the left, too kind and forgiving.
Traveling this country, outside the areas where conventional wisdom is formed, makes the contours of this other narrative clear. Arizona, the outlier, is left to suffer from its self-destructive behavior; relatively few states seem inclined to follow suit, given the economic and political toll such radical conservatism has taken on the state. Alabama, which quickly followed Arizona down the path, is already redressing some of the excesses. Mississippi defeated similar provisions.
At the border, greater enforcement and economic realities have reduced the quantity of illegal crossings. Even by conservative estimates, there is no net increase in the number of undocumented immigrants; just as many are leaving as sneaking in.
In cities like New York and Boston, the growing consensus is that our political failure on illegal immigration has blinded us to the need for changes to our legal migration rules. Bipartisan support for removing the cap on H-1B visas for immigrants with special skills coveted by the private sector should not be left dangling as we figure out our illegal immigration problem.
For too long, liberals and immigrant-rights activists have used a strategy of all or nothing to advance their cause. It is why legislative advancement on the DREAM Act was delayed and then doomed; they feared that if the administration focused too much on the easy cases, the high-school valedictorians who did not even know they weren't native born, then the harder ones — including illegal immigrants with no DREAM-like stories — would be forgotten.
It may have taken the pressure of a looming election to get Obama to change the rules for young people who came to the United States as children. Whatever the political implications of the Hispanic vote are for the parties, the nation does not live only in election cycles.
And even if, as many commentators suggest, the Supreme Court rules in favor of Arizona's law next week, that victory could backfire on the very conservatives who pushed the law. Arizona's demand that police check the papers of anyone they think might be an illegal immigrant is better viewed as a cautionary tale on what happens when politicians stray too far from a consensus narrative.
Settling for a piecemeal approach is just that: settling. But it is not failure. Little by little, neither too cruel nor too kind, the momentum for change is increasing.
As it should. Nothing remains static. This week, a Pew Research Center study confirmed that Asians are now the fastest-growing immigrant population and are contributing in unique ways to our skilled economy. That's evident in every high-tech business in Silicon Valley — but also, surprisingly, in the waters of the Gulf of Mexico, where Vietnamese-born fishermen share small vessels with their Cajun partners.Juliette Kayyem can be reached at email@example.com and Twitter


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Oct. 1, 2005
Lipscomb's Lady Bisons closed out their trip to North Carolina with a 3-0 loss at Campbell Saturday afternoon.
Campbell scored once in the first half when Amanda Murphy scored with a shot to the top left corner of the net at 27:07.
In the second half Campbell scored twice. Jessica Tacha redirected a shot off the post into the net at 60:26.
Ashley McMenamy closed out the scoring at 79:15 put a cross from Jenna Sullivan high into the net.
Bethany Copeland was in goal for the Lady Bisons. She made six saves. Campbell made 27 shots in the game, 14 in the first half and 13 in the second with nine shots on goal.
The Lady Bisons lone shot was made by Melissa Chambers.
The Lady Bisons are 0-10-1, 0-3 in the A-Sun. Campbell is 6-4, and is unbeaten in A-Sun games this season.
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Gluten free pizza is good, thin crust and crunchy if you like that type of pizza. Very good option for gf pizza and nice they have it! I got delivery so not sure if they make sure to not cross contaminate, but I ate and felt fine afterwards.
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It was a great gluten free pizza. So often I end up getting a mediocre G/F Pizza but this place was very good. I enjoyed my experience there.
Went many times for their GF pizza. They were great and the pizza tasted good.
607 Main Ave, Norwalk, CT 06851
I'll preface this by saying I'm not celiac, so I don't worry about cross-contamination as much as some other people do. I'm so thankful they have GF options for pizza and pasta, as well as delicious salads! It's always been one of my favorite places to eat, and glad I can still go there now that I've had to change my diet!
733 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
I tried them on time and it made me feel very sick. I do not believe that they are truly GF.
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733 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
I've tried the GF pizza there a few times. First few times it was fine but the last 2 times it made me feel really sick - as much it makes me question truly how GF they are. I wonder if other people have experienced this, because there has to be gluten there somewhere.
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920 Summer St, Stamford, CT 06905
Better pizza than you'd expect from a chain. They make the gf pizza to order like most places, so it takes a little longer, but nothing unreasonable. Consistent throughout their locations.
28 Railroad Ave, Greenwich, CT 06830
Love their gf pizza. Great service. Makes me feel very confident.
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Takes a little extra time to make the gf but it's worth it.
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411 Main St, Ridgefield, CT 06877
They order gf crust from vendor and serve in its own aluminum tray. I order a gf pizza to be delivered to Redding almost every Friday night. Excellent. My celiac son is very happy.
920 Summer St, Stamford, CT 06905
Personal pie made to order only. Taste is good but overpriced at $10 should be half that.
350 Bridgeport Ave, Shelton, CT 06484
The staff was super nice and their gf pizza was great!!! Thanks so much!!!
Good pizza, cheese kept sliding off the crust.
290 Tarrytown Rd, White Plains, NY 10607
No dedicated pizza slicer to prevent cross-contamination. No separate oven yet the serving tray admits its frozen quality. No other GF options. Toppings availability is plentiful, open till 11pm & online ordering. Not for the sensitive, not trip worthy.
Best gf pizza around!
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Gluten free pizza is actually pretty good.
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The last of Israel's Christmas gifts arrived today and I had to share because this is
just so cute. The button can be sewn onto the board anywhere the holes match up and the
wood is finished with non-toxic, water based stain. Israel is extremely curious about
how things work, about how pieces fit together. He loves to take off and put on lids,
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Migrating from DNA
There will be no more JBoss DNA releases, so we recommend migrating from JBoss DNA 0.7 to ModeShape. The process is actually pretty straightforward, since most of your code should be using the JCR API. (Thank goodness for standards!)
Unfortunately, ModeShape has gone through a lot of development and quite a few releases since the name change. If you're still using JBoss DNA, it's probably better to migrate your to ModeShape 1.0.0.Final as described below, verify everything is still working, and then upgrade to the latest ModeShape release.
Migrate from JBoss DNA to ModeShape 1.0.0.Final
The first and most obvious change is our Maven artifacts. Simple change the group ID from "org.jboss.dna" to "org.modeshape", the artifact IDs to use the "modeshape-" prefix instead of "dna-", and change the version numbers to the latest ModeShape release. Your Maven dependencies should then look like what is shown on the Using with Maven page.
None of the third-party dependencies have changed between JBoss DNA 0.7 to ModeShape 1.0.0.Final.
Where your code is using JBoss DNA classes, simply replace the "org.jboss.dna..." imports with "org.modeshape...". All of the method names are the same, and nearly all of the class names are the same (only if the class name begins with "Dna" would the class name change to begin with "ModeShape", and chances are you're not using any of those classes anyway).
In your configuration files, change the JBoss DNA namespace URIs to the ModeShape namespace URIs. In other words, any namespace URI starting with "http://www.jboss.org/dna" should be changed to start with "http://www.modeshape.org". You don't have to change the name of the namespace prefix, but we've begun using "mode:" in our documentation and examples.
One final note. If you've begun using the "Simple" JPA connector model just recently introduced in JBoss DNA 0.7, please be aware that we've changed the names of the database tables. We could have kept using the "DNA_" prefix, but we thought it best to change the name because the "Simple" model is so new and will be with ModeShape for a long time to come.
Migrate to the latest ModeShape release
Your application should be working with ModeShape 1.0.0.Final. Now it's time to migrate to the latest version of ModeShape. ModeShape has changed fairly significantly with over a half-dozen releases since ModeShape 1.0.0.Final, so upgrading to the latest ModeShape release will take a few steps:
- ModeShape 2.x uses the JCR 2.0 API, so change your application to use that library. Thankfully, nearly everything in JCR 1.0 works exactly the same way in JCR 2.0.
- Wherever your application is using ModeShape 1.0.0.Final JARs (or Maven artifacts), change these to use the latest version. If you're using Maven, see examples of the dependencies
- If your application is explicitly using some of ModeShape's third-party dependencies, you will need to upgrade these to the same versions ModeShape is using.


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Value Line is regarded as the best independent research available. More than just recommendations, Value Line provides the rationale behind its picks for greater understanding.
Media and entertainment giant Walt Disney (DIS – Free Walt Disney Stock Report) has posted strong fiscal first-quarter results (year began September 29th). Earnings jumped 34% year-to-year, to $1.03 a share, for the December period, handily topping our estimate by $0.18. Likewise, revenues came in 9% ahead of the year-earlier result, at $12.3 billion. Investors were clearly pleased with the news, and the stock turned in a stellar showing in response to the entertainment company's latest report.
Much of Disney's recent performance was due to its strong portfolio and successful branding efforts. Indeed, the media mogul posted double-digit income gains at all of its operating segments, save for its Interactive unit, where profits grew more than six-fold during the December quarter, thanks to the success of video game consul Disney Infinity. Ongoing stock buybacks also helped boost per-share comparisons.
Disney Animation's Frozen took box offices by storm. The latest princess movie achieved $870 million in global ticket sales since its Thanksgiving weekend release (and was only recently released in China), and surpassed records previously set by The Lion King. We imagine this movie will continue to lift this segment's totals in the fiscal second quarter, as well. Likewise, consumer products licensing Olaf and Friends should also build momentum and help Disney better monetize Frozen through merchandising efforts.
Other film releases, including the latest installment in Marvel's Thor franchise and Saving Mr. Banks, coupled with lower marketing expenses (thanks to fewer releases during this three-month period) helped profits of its Studio Entertainment business soar 75% year to year. Although the decline in home video sales and hefty operating costs may hurt this division, we expect the success of its movies to outweigh those factors.
Disney ought to continue investing in content and branding and will likely focus on creating new movie franchises when designing its movie slate. To this end, the conglomerate is already gearing up for Star Wars Episode 7. The Jedi franchise is on queue for December of 2015 (its first Lucasfilm release since it acquired that studio in October, 2012).
The company's Media Networks posted stronger numbers thanks to higher affiliate and advertising at ESPN (which offset softer results from its broadcasting division).
Parks & Resorts also performed nicely thanks to higher guest spending. Even though Disney contended with higher costs, as it expanded its international properties and rolled out MyMagic+ (which boosts capacity at Disney World's Magic Kingdom), was offset by higher average ticket prices and increased guest spending on things such as food and beverages. This segment may register slightly softer comparisons in the current quarter, since Easter week falls entirely in the third fiscal period.
All told, we expect the imagineer to post healthy top- and bottom-line gains in the coming quarters. Indeed, we have added a dime to our fiscal 2014 share-earnings estimate, and now look for profits to climb 15%-20%, to $4.00 a share this year.
About The Company: The Walt Disney Company operates Media Networks such as ABC and ESPN, and Studio Entertainment. Its world famous parks and resorts include Disneyland, Walt Disney World (Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and Disney's Hollywood Studios), while the company earns royalties from Tokyo Disneyland and manages Disneyland Resort Paris and Hong Kong Disneyland. It also operates a cruise line and Consumer Products and Interactive Media segments. ABC was acquired in February, 1996, Pixar in May, 2006, and Marvel in December, 2009.
At the time of this article's writing, the author did not have positions in any of the companies mentioned.


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Oozing with class, heritage and romance the stunning Italian city of Venice is one of Europe's top destinations, especially for couples. Standing upon the marshy Venetian lagoon on which the historical built was first founded almost 1600 years ago, the city's unique charm has enchanted tourists for hundreds of years. The city is spread across an archipelago 118 islands in an original bid to escape barbaric invasion – it was believed that settling on many small islands would make it more difficult for any potential invaders.
Receiving over 18 million tourists a year, Venice boasts an impressive 400 bridges stretching over 117 canals. Venice's unique natural environment is becoming increasingly unstable, and the population has begun to dwindle as the risks of floods increase. As the city slowly disappears, tourists are increasingly attracted to bid farewell to one of the jewels of Europe. Check out Wimdu's extensive accommodation options in Venice above and find some of the city's very best holiday apartments
Romantic accommodation and apartments in Venice
Accommodation is plentiful, made more so by the lack of full-time dwellers. Venice apartments are some of the nicest in Europe and you can get some really cheap holiday rental deals online. The city is accessible by foot, so there is no worry to factor in the location of your accommodation.
Couples should look to rent small studio apartments which are located across the compact city. Access to kitchen and household appliances ad a greater degree of flexibility to your stay and being in residential accommodation will allow you to explore more native areas of the city.
Groups or families can find cheap accommodation by splitting the cost of a holiday apartment amongst the party. On top of price, another benefit is being all together in one home, rather than spread across a faceless hotel. The larger apartments are found on the outskirts of Venice, but the compact nature of the city will allow you to still be within walking distance of the major attractions.
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- The city attracts an average of 60,000 people a day, more than the current full time population.
- The entire city, along with the Venetian Lagoon, is listed as an UNESCO world heritage site.
- Famously known as the 'Floating City' it has been discovered the city is actually sinking over time.
- Marco Polo, Vivaldi, and Casanova were all Venetian.
- Venetian gothic, is the city's own unique type of architecture
Time to explore the city
The city is blessed with some great cultural and historical attractions. Start off in the city's stunning main plaza St Mark's Square. Offering sea views, the square is also surrounded by typical and beautiful venetian buildings and at the foot of these are many picturesque cafes. Take a trip up the squares bell tower, Campanile, to extend your great view across the city. This is an ideal place to really get a sense of perspective about what a fascinating and stunningly beautiful Venice really is. Behind the square you will find one of the main attractions of the city, St Mark's Basilica and this fascinating cathedral is well worth the short queue for a visit inside. The building also houses three museums which will help you to get a greater understanding of the religious history of the region, the top floor offers you another spectacular viewing platform and is best enjoyed on a clears summer afternoon. Finally next door to the cathedral you will find Doge's Palace. Built in the 1300's this beautiful gothic palace now houses some of the city's finest art.
Off the beaten track.
Many visitors would like to see Venice's underbelly, away from the droves of usual tourists. If this appeals to you we recommend you first head west from the centre to Dorsoduro next to the docks. He you will discover several interesting but relatively unknown churches namely – San Sebastiano, Sacristy and Angelo Raffaele. Offering Veneo-Byzantine architecture and beautiful pieces of art, these hidden gems are well worth a visit. To the east of the main tourist areas, you will come across the Venetian Arsenal. Built in the 1100's, former ship yard, now offers a peaceful space to relax away from the throng of visitors in the centre.


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Big government debt mortgages our children's future
By: Jeb Hensarling and Paul Ryan - Part one of a three-part series
Over the course of the past year Americans have been increasingly alarmed by how dangerously mired in debt our nation has become. The U.S. debt rose past $13 trillion this month, about 89% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) , and the International Monetary Fund now projects that the U.S. government's debt will surpass GDP in 2012, a mere 18 months from now – with no plan in place to set our nation's finances on sustainable course.
As members of the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform, we recently heard testimony that when a nation's gross debt reaches 90% of GDP the needle is in the red zone and economic growth will begin to slow about 1% per year.
One percent is about a third of our projected growth – in practical terms this means millions of jobs will not be created and American families will forego billions of dollars in income leading to a lower standard of living. In addition to the real pain inflicted on families, this creates a vicious cycle of lower government revenues and more borrowing at ever-increasing cost which will result in what some have termed a "debt super-cycle."
This is exactly what has been happening in Greece and other European countries where instead of economizing in the face of deficits politicians have chosen to maintain spending on government payrolls and services, which has led to a cycle of rationalizing, hiding and obfuscating the true cost and growth of government and a scramble to borrow at ever-higher interest rates.
Here at home, there has been a concerted effort by the Obama Administration and Democrats in Congress to paint our current spending policies as a temporary aberration created by the economic crisis of 2008.
Nothing could be further from the truth – this level of spending is a policy choice made in full knowledge of its damaging effects on the economy and the American way of life.
President Obama made the choice to submit a budget which proposes increasing federal spending to more than 50 percent over the 2010 level at the end of the decade. To accomplish this, the President proposes growing federal spending from its 2010 estimated level of $3.618 trillion – or $30,875 per household – to $5.670 trillion in 2020, which is $48,387 per household.
Despite $2 trillion in tax increases, spending in the Obama budget will still average nearly $1 trillion a year for the next ten years and by decade's end, each household's share of publically held debt will equal $173,185. This budget will produce a tidal wave of debt that will eventually eclipse 300% of GDP by 2050 – which will crush the next generation in red ink and likely crash our economy well before then.
These unsustainable debt and deficit burdens were not imposed upon us by some outside force, they are created by the choice to grow the federal government and spend at unprecedented levels.
Reflecting on his own coming of age in a time of economic turmoil, Ronald Reagan said, "To be young in my generation was to feel that your future had been mortgaged out from under you, and that's a tragic mistake we must never allow our leaders to make again."
Today, our leaders are again making the tragic choice to mortgage our children's future. But there is an alternative, and over the next two days we will share with you how controlling spending, reforming our social safety net programs and lifting the crushing burden of debt will spur job creation and put us back on a sustainable fiscal and economic path.
This article available online at: http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/columns/Big-government-debt-mortgages-our-children_s-future-96330749.html#ixzz0rmtm3mO2


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Search engine trouble codes.
Example: P0120
U2959 Ford XL engine code seems a kind of network problem, we try to show one by one the meaning and the solution.
Brief explanation of the U2959 Ford XL code and definition of U2959 Ford XL is the bottom side.
Network Code
Problem is climate control system, lighting, airbags, etc.
|MFG - Manufacturer Specific
|Fuel And Air Metering (Injector Circuit Malfunctions Only)
|TP Sensor Learn Not Complete
|Kick-Down Switch Failed Short
MFG - Manufacturer Specific codes, which have a '1' as their second digit to indicate they are unique to a particular vehicle make or model. These special codes were deemed necessary by the vehicle manufacturers so they could provide additional diagnostic information beyond the basic list of generic OBD II codes for all kinds of faults, not just emissions-related faults.
Is the fuel pump sometimes not priming when you turn the key to ON(II)? Start by measuring the fuel pressure and checking whether you have bright white-bluish spark at all four plugs. The mechanical timing is also something that you should check, as we mentioned above.
Like the all engines, the car engine system employs specially developed hydraulic lifters (known as switching roller followers) for the U2959 code intake and exhaust valves. The lifters can be collapsed by disengaging an internal locking pin. The locking pin is disengaged using solenoids to alter oil pressure fed into the lifter. When you see U2959 Ford XL engine fault code on your engine code reader this description will help you.
|U Codes
|List of all Network codes.
Final Step: In the definitions listed below, there is a test drive recommended after you've completed any repairs to see if the condition is fixed. Before you take a test drive after a repair, always erase the U Code(s) first. This will turn the check engine light off and then you will know if the check engine light returns, you've got further diagnostics to complete.
This engine code information is presented for information purposes only. This is not intended as repair advice and we are not responsible for any actions you take on any vehicle.


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Presonus Sceptre With Free Monitor Station
Presonus Sceptre With Free Monitor Station
Every engineer needs a pair of quality monitors and the Presonus Sceptres deliver exceptional clarity, extended low end and pure stereo imaging. A serious pair of speakers deserve proper control and metering, which is why Presonus and Source Distribution are offering a free Monitor Station when you buy a pair.
There's a reason you find the monitor controls and talkback at the heart of studio consoles, engineers and producers need choices for communication, headphone mixes and A/B checking within easy reach at all times while recording and mixing. The Presonus Monitor Station gives you all this plus quality headphone amps, metering and source switching.
How To Claim
- Buy a new pair of PreSonus Sceptre S6 or S8's before 31/03/14.
- When they arrive, complete the form below, scan or photograph then email it to email@example.com
- All eligible entries received will be fulfilled by Source Distribution UK within 6-8 weeks.
* For full terms, conditions, and address details, please download and study the application form.


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As Medical Director of the EJGH Emergency Department for almost 20 years, Dr. John Wales takes to heart the mission of East Jefferson General Hospital – to deliver the highest quality, compassionate care to the patients and community we serve. As a former Chair of The Foundation Board of Trustees, he embodies the philanthropic spirit by leading through example.
Dr. Wales had heard about new technologies that made it easier and faster to intubate patients. So through a donor directed gift to The Foundation, he took it upon himself to make sure his Emergency Physicians were getting the best equipment to provide their patients with the best care possible.
Through a generous charitable contribution by the EJGH Emergency Physicians to The Foundation, the Emergency Department purchased a state-of the art video laryngoscope. The video laryngoscope is designed for indirect laryngoscopy, difficult endotracheal intubations as well as routine intubations to provided clinicians a consistently clear, real-time view of the airway and tube placement on a video screen. This results in a more accurate intubation and a higher percentage of first-attempt successes in intubating a patient while minimizing trauma to the patient.
The new equipment is used an average of 20 times a month and has made a tremendous impact on the staff and patients. "It allows for better team work – everyone can work together on the intubation because we can all see what's happening. I'm convinced that this new technology is saving lives," says Wales.
Dr. Wales hopes that this donation will help serve as an example of the impact that such a directed donation can have on patient care and hopes it will inspire others to do something similar. "I knew we could help directly people and save lives with this donation." he says.


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UPDATED: March 25, 2011
|Why We Did It
|Transitioning to Paperless
|How We Do It (with videos)
|Benefits of P.F.M.
|Tips / Suggestions
The Eaton County Prosecuting Attorney, with the support of the Eaton County Information Systems Office, has successfully transitioned from dependence on physical paper file folders. We now execute our responsibilities and court appearances using "paperless file management". We no longer keep a physical, paper file.
Changing to electronic files isn't a revolutionary idea; many private industries have already made the switch. But our change has been a revolutionary improvement in how we do the People's business, and is a harbinger of the future for many other prosecutor offices.
On these pages, you will learn why we changed our practices, how we did it, and show you videos of the daily process.
The Director of our Eaton County Information Systems Office, Dr. Robert Sobie, initially urged our office to use the county's imaging software - Compulink Laserfiche. He had persuaded several county departments to use Laserfiche to scan closed files, but wanted to expand the use of imaging beyond file storage. His office, (InfoSys) scanned all incoming mail, including invoices, and relied on the electronic version after that point. So Dr. Sobie urged us to do more than merely store scanned documents. He provided the technical leadership for us to eliminate our physical file folders and switch to "Paperless" File Management.
Prosecutors (a term that encompasses Prosecuting Attorneys, District Attorneys, States Attorneys, County Attorneys, and Commonwealth Attorneys)execute their important responsibilities in paper-intensive offices. Most cases begin with a police investigation report being filed, reviewed, a charging decision being made by a prosecutor, and a charging document being authorized. A high volume of cases must be efficiently handled in a fast-paced environment. But the traditional, physical file folder system has always had undeniable drawbacks: inefficiency and storage.
Inefficiency: An obvious limitation with a physical file is that only one person can use it at a time: to read a police report, to make file notes, etc.
- Significant personnel time is required to create, manage and maintain physical files.Michigan prosecutors have estimated that at least 40% of their support or attorney staff time is spent creating files, retrieving the file folder each time a document is received for a case, putting the paper in the file, and returning the file to its storage location. The file is retrieved for the attorney to prepare for or attend every event or hearing in court, or so the attorney can discuss the case with opposing counsel, the victim, or the media. Office staff must retrieve a file, copy and mail discovery documents for the defense (police reports, etc.). Victim-witness employees need the file to talk to victims or witnesses. Each time the file is retrieved, it needs to be re-filed. Whether our office has dozens, hundreds or thousands of files, we spend a considerable amount of time simply moving files or paper.
- Misplaced files are commonplace. While every file is supposed to be re-filed, they are often on someone's desk, in court, in a briefcase, etc. And, when incoming documents are not timely placed in the file, attorneys appear in court without the latest documents. Some larger offices have tried to keep track of files with bar-coding or using a centralized file room, but the problems persist. Files often cannot be located when needed. "Where's the file?" echoes through office halls, and any real work comes to a halt as staff waste time looking for a file.
Storage: Prosecutor offices are usually crammed with file cabinets and many offices require separate file storage rooms or off-site storage for case files that have been closed. But, post-judgment proceedings and appeals often compel retrieval of those files within short time periods. Until now, there was no alternative to expending time and money to retrieve those files for post-judgment proceedings.
|Why We Did It
|Transitioning to Paperless
|How We Do It (with videos)
|Benefits of P.F.M.
|Tips / Suggestions
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Site developed and maintained by Neil F. O'Brien


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Short Ribs Braised in Port and Wine
|Vegetables, Meat
|Day Part
|Cuisine Type
Source: Recipe from Chef Tom King
The ultimate meat and potatoes dish. The short ribs are slowly braised in wine sauce for full-bodied flavor, and become fall off the bone tender. They are served with mashed potatoes and make a hearty and satisfying meal.
24 beef short ribs (20-25 lb.), crosscut to include three bones, each 6- to 7-in. section tied horizontally and vertically to resemble a package
Salt and pepper, to taste
Olive oil for sautéeing
Anchovies and chopped garlic, to taste
4 qt. small-dice mirepoix (2 parts yellow onion, 1 part each celery and carrot; turnip and celery root are good variations)
Fresh thyme and Italian parsley, hot red pepper flakes, and lemon zest, to taste
750 ml port (see note)
750 ml red wine (see note)
1 cup tomato paste or pureed dried tomatoes
Several bay leaves
Equal parts veal and chicken stock, for braising
- Begin a full day before service. Season ribs with salt and pepper and thoroughly brown on all sides in a little oil. Remove to braising pans so ribs are touching, but not crowded.
- Sauté anchovies and garlic in same sauté pan. Add mirepoix, herbs, hot pepper flakes, and lemon zest. Sweat briefly and deglaze with wines. Stir in tomatoes. Pour mixture over ribs and tuck in bay leaves. Add stock mixture just to level of rib tops.
- Place in 400ºF oven; cook uncovered for 10 min. Cover and lower oven to 300ºF. Braise for at least 4 hours (often much longer), until meat is fork-tender yet holds firm. Remove, cool, and refrigerate overnight.
- For service: Skim off congealed fat from liquid; remove rib packages and set aside. Strain liquid, reserving some for reheating ribs. Reduce the rest to consistency of thick sauce and set aside. Gently warm ribs, moistened with liquid and covered, in a slow oven.
- Per order: Untie two rib packages; remove bones, fat, and connective tissue. Plate with mashed potatoes and sautéed vegetables, and nap with sauce.
Note: The better the quality of the port and wine, the better the sauce.


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DelMonico Panama Telescope Hat
Code: 1088
Product Description
DelMonico Panama Telescope Hat - Genuine Panama Hand-Woven in Ecuador. This Grade 6 Panama Hat is finished, blocked to shape, and trimed in the US. Crown is the popular telescope style measuring 3 3/4" at the front. Brim is 2 1/4" wide and may be worn snapped-down in the front or turned-up all the way around. Finished with an interior leather hat band and a black grosgrain hat band.


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We know babies soak up your every word, but it's easy to assume that they're merely hearing those words without understanding their meaning. But a recent study from the department of psychology at New York University, published in the journal Developmental Psychology, found that babies can draw conclusions about someone's internal state and make distinctions between actual language and other sounds one might make.
Plus: Baby Sign Language: 21 Words to Sign
Researchers showed babies two scenarios in which adult humans tried to stack rings on a funnel. Some objects were out of reach for one of the actors, and the other was able to reach all the objects. The actor unable to reach the object either communicated to the other using a made up word, like "koba," or coughed. The study showed that babies held their attention longer when the actor used the made up word instead of coughing.
According to the researchers, this opens up the possibility that babies can express broader, abstract concepts that have nothing to do with their immediate environment. "Parents point to things in the environment, and they say, 'That's a dog. Dog, dog, dog.'" Said study co-author Athena Vouloumanos, an assistant professor in the department of psychology at New York University. "But maybe they can talk about things that aren't [there]. They can say, 'Grandma has a dog. Yesterday, you saw a dog.' And maybe the infants can also understand."
Plus: 11 Important Cues from Your Baby
How do you communicate with your baby? Have you seen signs that they can perceive things deeper than the obvious?


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- Bi Sexual Stories : My Tropical Getaway To Paradise Part 3
My Tropical Getaway to Paradise Part 3
Trent wakes up to find me stroking his cock. He grins and says " Haven't you had enough of that monster yet!!" I replied. " Are you serious?" I could never have enough of that thick cock. We are just getting started. He props up on his side so he can watch me. I run my tongue up and down the shaft. I am in a very playful mood. I run my tongue all over his balls and the sensitive areas all around down there. He cant take much more of this teasing. I finally go back to the head of his cock and give it lots of attention. I can feel his body twitching from all the attention he is getting. I ease his cock into my mouth and I am still stroking it with my hand as my mouth starts going up and down his shaft. He lays his head back now and his eyes closes. He is savoring the sensations that are being brought out by this amazing blow job that he is getting from me. It doesn't take me too long to get him to spill his load. I am able to swallow it all this time. He leans up and kisses me and tells me that it's time we go get dress and explore the area while we are here.
We go take a shower and get ready to go out. I am dressed in a low cut top and some very short shorts with sandals on. He is has a tight t-shirt that is showing off his muscular chest and big guns along with shorts. We make a stunning pair. Everyone is opening admiring us and I am loving every minute of it. We get in the car Trent rented and decide to go sight-seeing to see what all this place has to offer. We come upon a nude beach. We both look at each other and smile. He asked me if I was sure that I want to do that. It's not like I am going to know anyone there and we are on vacation. I want to experience new things so I tell to park the car so we can try this out.
We found us a nice spot to lay out on the beach. We have a great view of the water and the other people but far enough away of them to make us feel comfortable. We take our clothes off and take turns putting sunscreen on. Neither one of us want to deal with a sunburn while we are here. Trent is having a little trouble control his cock. The thrill of being out in the open and seeing me totally nude is making him get hard. He decides to lay on his stomach until he can gain control of himself. I take out a trashy romance novel and lay down on my back and starting reading.
We weren't down long before we here some noise. I look up just in time to see a volleyball heading our way. I tell Trent to watch out. He rolled over just in time to catch the ball. A very beautiful blonde with c-cup size boobs and an a pretty brunette that wasn't quite as tall with d-size cup walked up to apologize and get their ball back. They asked me if i wanted to join them because they were one woman short. I looked at Trent and asked him if he minded if i went. He told me to go ahead that he would be find. The thought of me and the other women bouncing around nude playing volleyball made him get hard again so he quickly turned over before the other women saw his hard cock.
I follow Dana, the blonde, and Olivia, the brunette, down to wear they were playing volleyball. All the woman were between 20 and 40. We were all very hot looking women. We all were in pretty good shape. I couldn't help staring at all the boobs swinging back and forth. It was really hard to concentrate on the game. I was on the team with Dana. She was really attractive. She walked over to me and hugged me when I made the scoring shot. I felt a tingle run done my spine when her boobs rubbed against mine. My mind starting reeling. I imagined what it would be like to have her and Trent giving my body attention. I was so caught up in my fantasy that I didn't notice the ball heading straight for me. I heard Dana call my name. I looked up just in time. I hit the ball to Dana and she spiked it over the net to win the game. She gave me a congratulatory slap on the ass and I returned the favor.
Dana and Olivia invited us to meet them later that night at their local hang out. I gave them our room number at the hotel so they could get in touch with us if plans change. I walked back to where Trent was. He was getting a nice tan on his ass. I told him he better turn over so he will tan evenly. He asked me how the game was. I told him the team I was on won but it was hard to concentrate with all those gorgeous boobs bouncing. I told him I was fantasizing about Dana that I almost got hit by the ball. I told him about them wanting us to hang out with them tonight. Trent was all for it. What guy wouldn't want to be seen with three hot looking women. I told him that I wondered if they would come back to the hotel with us and party in our room. He gave me a devilish look and asked what was I wanting to happen with them. I told him that I had always wanted to be with a woman and I am here to have new experiences. He said he would do what he could to help me make it become a reality. We stay a little longer and then decide we need to get back so we can get ready for this evening.
We get back to the hotel and take another shower. Trent lathers my body all up and he is really turning me on even more so then I was while playing naked volleyball. He reaches around and starts playing with my nipples. They immediate get erect. He is dang those things are sticking out you much be really wanting it. I turn around and grab his cock in my hand. I must not be the only one wanting some because you are hard as a rock. He pushes me against the wall and shoves that thick cock into me all the way. I suck in a deep breath and slowly release it as he starts driving it in and out of me. You want that hard cock don't you and boy did I ever. I moan to him to fuck me good. I need it so hard right now and he doesn't disappoint me. He is hungrily kissing me all over as he drives it hard into me. We are both panting and groaning from all this exertion. He cant hold off and has to shot his load in me. Yes!!!! I love the feeling up his cum feeling me up inside. We rinse off and get out of the shower. He jokes if we keep this up then we may not end up going out. He will just keep me as his love slave to have his pleasure with.
I pick a very sexy outfit that shows off all my curves. Trent definitely approves of my outfit. You are planning on teasing me all night. I give him a mischievous look that tells him to watch out. I'm still in a playful mood. We had no sooner had we gotten dress that there is a knock at the door. We both look at each other and wonder who it could be. Trent goes to the door and looks through the peep hole. He turns back to me and mouths that it is Dana and Olivia. I had no idea that they would come by. Trent opens the door to let them in. They decided to surprise us. They looked incredible. I admired their bodies. I reintroduced them to Trent. We go sit at the small table in the room and asked them if they wanted a drink. Trent got them a drink. We made some small talk to get to know each other. I felt Dana place her hand on my thigh. It startled me and Trent saw me jump. I covered saying my foot was asleep. Dana looked at me and smiled. I had now idea what they are up to. I saw a look of surprise on his face. I assume Olivia must be getting familiar with him as well. The conversation soon turn sexual.
Dana asked me if i had ever been with a woman. I told her now but that I was really curious about it. I asked her if she had been with a woman and that's when she told me that Olivia was her girlfriend and that they both were Bisexual. I couldn't believe the good fortune that I am having on this vacation. I manage to hook up with this gorgeous man with a thick cock and now I have two Bisexual woman here with me. I was awaken from my thoughts by kiss. I opened my eyes to see that it was Dana kissing me. I felt her hands move up to caress my boobs. I let out a little sigh. I break it off to make sure this is real. She looks and ask if I am OK with what is going on. I nod my head. I cant quite find my voice. I guess I am in shock as to what is happening. I look over and see that Olivia is kissing Trent and he is running his hands all over her body. I suggest that we take it to the bed and shed all these clothes.
We all take a moment to take in the sight of our naked bodies. The woman can not get over how large my boobs are. I proudly announce that they are 38 G. Their jaws drop open. They have never had the pleasure of sucking and rubbing on such huge boobs. They also are mesmerized by Trent's thick cock. Dana has me lay on my back. She tells me that she wants to savor my body. To discover all my sensitive areas. She me withering in pleasure and begging for her to make me cum. She starts out kissing my neck and nibbling on my ears. I reach up and caress her boobs. I pinch her nibbles slightly getting her nipples extremely erect. I so want to suck on them. She can see the wantonness in my eyes so she leans forward and swings them before my face. I latch onto one and start sucking it and rolling it around in my mouth. She throws her head back and moans to let me know that she is enjoying what I am doing. I reach down and stick my fingers between her legs. Her pussy is so wet. I separate her lips and find her opening. I stick a couple fingers in and out to get the juices really flowing. I then move up to her clit. It is nice and swollen. It's not quite as large as mine but still pretty big. I cant wait to get my mouth around it. It doesn't take me long to make her cum. She leans down and kisses me and tells me that she is ready to bring me pure ecstasy. She wants to take me to a place that I have never been to before. I lay back and open my legs and tell her to go for it.
She starts moving down my body just igniting the flames that have already started to flare up. I can feel the heat raising in my body. I push her along. I want to feel her tongue lapping up my pussy juices like she is starving. I want my clit sucked so hard. I want it to make me a quivering mess. She senses that and takes her time. She is reveling in torturing me and making me wait for something I have desired for so long. She doesn't go directly to my aching clit instead she kisses my inner thighs and runs her hands all around my legs. She is making this so intense. I am probably going to cum as soon as she touches my clit with her tongue. She can feel me shaking from all the sensations. She lightly touches my clit and I moan in pleasure. That encourages her to be bolder with her tongue. She runs it up and down my pussy. She starts working me in earnest. I start bucking and pushing my pussy into her face. She latches onto my clit, rolling it around in her mouth. She then sucks hard on it and that was all it took. I start shaking violently. I have never had an orgasm that hard before. She looks up and me and grins. She sees that I haven't come down from the realm of ecstasy that she took me too. She did her job well. I pulled her up to my and our tongues danced together. We each are tasting our pussy juices and they blended well together.
Trent and Olivia had been keeping themselves busy doing a 69 while all that was going on between Dana and myself. All the sounds that Dana and I were making were helping Olivia and Trent get closer to achieving their orgasms. We see that she was really going down on Trent and he was definitely working that pussy of hers. We decided to help them out. Dana start rubbing his balls and playing with his ass, while I started playing with Olivia. We didn't get to play with them too much before Olivia shudder with her explosive orgasm and that triggered Trent to finally unleash his into Olivia's mouth. She was good. She manage to swallow all of it without missing a drop.
We all take turns taking a shower. We get dress and decide to out to eat dinner. The girls know a nice little Italian place so we go there. They have us a little table in the back with it's dimly light and is quite romantic at this place. We enjoy each others company and the meals are great. We decide that we have had enough enjoyment for one night so we make plans to go out the next night with them.
We walk them back to their car and kiss them good bye. We watch them leave then we get in our car. We are still in a haze from all the has happened tonight. I cant believe that we were able to experience all that tonight. This makes me wonder what is in store for us tomorrow night.
to be continued..........................


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The Iceman cometh
This article is the first in an ongoing series on snowbirds and preparation for the snowbird lifestyle.
It's pretty safe to say that summer is over and we're approaching the Snowbird season.
Long before winter's blustery chill begins to sting the bones, plans are being made by millions of Canadians, Northeasters, Midwesterners, and those in the rainy Northwestern United States to seek the warmer climes of the south. It's an interesting phenomenon that occurs each year and mimics the migration ritual of our feathered friends.
Snowbirds flock to Ol' Airy Zonie, Southern Texas, Florida, and other Sunbelt states and Mexico to avoid winter's bite, snow and blowing snow, and treacherous icy sidewalks and streets. Northern Europeans are also known to migrate to the U.S. Sunbelt, adding to these communities of seasonal residents.
Snowbirds are typically retired seniors who have the desire and financial ability to be away from home for extended periods of time. Many take their home-on-wheels with them in the form of a recreational vehicle while others maintain a second home or rental accommodation in a warmer location.
As our population ages the number of people considering this lifestyle increases.
We have been making this trip for the past 13 years in an RV—first with a fifth-wheel trailer and now in a motorhome.
There are numerous advantages to the snowbird lifestyle:
- No snow to shovel or trod through
- No bundling up in warm sweaters, winter overcoats, and snow boots
- Taking part in outdoor activities during winter months
- Ability to maintain friendships in two or more communities
- Sense of community with other snowbirds
- Break in the monotony of dull and dreary winter days
Despite the many positive benefits, the snowbird lifestyle is not for everyone. For some it may be wise to gradually evolve into the lifestyle to determine if it's for them. Snowbirding can be tried on a short term basis of one or two months to determine if there's a fit with one's individual preferences.
Surprisingly there are disadvantages to being a Snowbird:
- Missing out on Christmas with the grandchildren
- Not being a permanent part of any one community
- Missing family and friends
- Finding someone to look after your home while "on the road"
- Security and safety issues
- Increased financial burdens
- Additional cross-border issues for Canadians
We find the snowbird lifestyle in an RV to our liking since we can take our home with us when the cold weather arrives and snow begins to fall. We enjoy the warmer climes while our neighbors back home are shoveling snow. For us the snowbird lifestyle is the best of both worlds.
If you have been dreaming about exploring the road less traveled, now is the time to stop dreaming and hit the road in a recreational vehicle. If not now, when?
Worth Pondering…
We have chosen to be reasonably warm year-round, so we are snowbirds. Every year when I hear the honks of the Canada geese overhead at our home, something in my genes starts pulling my inner-compass to the South. And an inner voice whispers: "Surely you're as smart as a goose." Feeling that I am at least as smart as a silly goose, I line up the motorhome with that compass pointer and head for the Sun Belt.