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CHANEL CC AIRPLANE WALLET ON CHAIN BAGCategories:Other Brands
Ah! Another seasonal bag. This is another unique piece that will certainly increase in value overtime. You see, when this season ends, you will be one of the few to own such a Wallet On Chain Bag.
However, you need to love this style though, if not, it will sits in your wardrobe for a very long time.
Chanel has never designed something like this before, – inspired by airplane logos check out the blue and red parts connecting to the three CC logos on the front.
We are used to the classic WOC's like the classic quilted or the timeless woc, but this version is definitely a unique item. And the interior is even more shocking, open it and you will find every additional items you need for travelling.
The Chanel CC Airplane Wallet On Chain Bag is light weighed and carrying is extremely comfortable. The interwoven chain strap makes it even more luxurious on your shoulder. Measuring 4.3' x 8.3' x 2' inches, style code A82443, priced at €1490 euro via Chanel boutique.
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FENDI KARLITO WALLET ON CHAIN BAGCategories:Other Brands
Are you looking for a funky and edgy bag that will add personality to your style? Look no further as Fendi's Karlito fur-trimmed leather shoulder bag might be the perfect fix and pick-me-upper. Filled with nothing but cheeky, tickled-pink cuteness, the signature Karlito shoulder bag is one bag accessory that should be a part of your bag collection. Upon seeing it on the stand, one word surged through our minds: kawaii (which is a Japanese word for describing the quality of being cute). The fresh cream-colored leather bag is given a glam and darling effect with a mink fur-trimmed tribute to Karl Lagerfeld.
Just look at that cute man design on the front and you'll surely notice that it's dear old Karl. It has the following descriptions: detachable chain shoulder strap, magnetic fastening, fabric lining, front slot pocket, zipped pocket, six card slots, calf leather, mink fur, and is made in Italy. Measuring: 12 x 19 x 4 cm (H x W x D), priced at $1600 USD or €1200 euro.
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CHANEL METALLIC CALFSKIN WALLET WITH CHAINCategories:Other Brands
I love the Wallet with Chain, we're seeing Chanel releasing these kind of bags more often these days. A new version has just been dropped in store and it's from the Cruise 2016 Collection.
Basically almost an exact copy of the Classic Flap Bag – featuring a stunning front flap with tiny CC on the front, it's quilted and it comes with a beautiful interwoven chain.
The color gold will melt your heart; it represents both luxury and beauty. Because the details are all craftsmanship, any eye can see that is an expensive object.
Made from Metallic Calfskin, the chain can be removed anything you want. This bag matches to the season we're in right now…the winter. And it marries anything from casual to chic, it's simply crafted for the true lady.
Measuring 4.5' x 7.5' x 1.4' inches, priced at €1520 euro via Chanel boutique.
What do you think about this bag? Opinion please.
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Again, we're giving you your much needed dose of Chanel with the CC Crossing Wallet! Are you ready for this? Sit back, relax and enjoy our preview…but hey, before anything else, you may want to check the origins of this pretty leather piece. We had two features on the Chanel CC Crossing Flap Bag a few weeks ago, which you may enjoy scrolling through.
READ: A Closer Look: Chanel CC Crossing Flap Bag
READ: A Closer Look: Chanel CC Crossing Flap Bag 2
This quilted leather wallet will surely be a big hit among Chanel lovers and bag collectors, and why not? It's made with only the finest lambskin, and of course, let's not forget about the pristine craftsmanship on this thing. Chanel never misses a detail! As you can see, it has a silver 'CC' signature in front, which sparkles beautifully against the sleek leather background. Nobody quite does it like Chanel!
Measuring 3.9' x 7.3' x 1' inches, and with a style code of A82259, you can get your very own CC Crossing Wallet for €675 EUR via Chanel boutique.
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DIOR DIORAMA WALLETCategories:Other Brands
We are all about them architectural pieces here, and we love it! Dior is releasing some great wallets in the form of the Diorama – a shining patent calfskin piece that's worth every pretty penny. If you would want to house your valuables in something that's highly original in terms of design, then this is your best bet, sister!
These Diorama wallets are adorned with an oversized graphic cannage motif that's very streamlined yet chic to look at. This piece is actually a great one to sport especially when you're into sleek designer goods, because small leather never looked this cool. It even has a crest-shaped clasp in silver tone metal, which gives the whole look a beautiful shine. One of the stars of the Spring-Summer 2015 show, you better get yourself one of these.
For the black one, there are compartments for notes and cards, a zipped pocket, two flat pockets, three gusset compartments and twelve credit card slots. Pretty packed for a teeny stunner right? But if you're more of a blue kind of girl, then it's as filled as well, with one zipped pocket, four flat pockets, one billfold compartment and ten credit card slots. That's enough to last you for some time.
Get yours now via Dior e-store!
Diorama Explorateur Wallet in Blue Lambskin
Size: 14cm x 10cm
Price: €660 EUR
Diorama Explorateur Wallet in Black Patent Lambskin
Size: 19.5cm x 10cm
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LOUIS VUITTON CAPUCINES WALLETCategories:Louis Vuitton
The fresh batch of Capucines are in! And so, Louis Vuitton does it again – creating the finest small leather goods when you need them the most. The Capucines wallet is officially the one to watch out for this season.
With a price that has yet to be disclosed (do I hear a loud "cha-ching"?), this wallet is now making some huge noise in the fashion industry. Dutifully crafted in beautiful Taurillon leather with an attached leather covered LV signature in front, you can be sure that this baby will make heads turn as you strut the buzzing streets in style.
Inside and out, these Capucines mean serious business – with 12 credit card slots, a large zipped coin wallet, 2 large gusseted compartments (for banknotes), and an inside flap pocket for tickets and notes. There is so much room inside for your valuables, because apparently, LV makes it a point for you to get your money's worth with every purchase.
Stay tuned for more updates about this wallet (and other goods), soon!
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T-Rex Mud Honey 2 Distortion Pedal (ex-display, no box)
Dirty and sweet, the T-Rex Mud Honey 2 classic dual distortion pedal has been praised for its amazing tonal range and ability to deliver everything from a smooth dirty edge to a harrowing wall of distorted sound.
Main Features
- Twin channel distortion pedal
- 2 Mud Honeys in one pedal
- Tone control on each channel
2 Mudhoneys in 1
With two channels of vintage gain, you can easily switch between a clean sound from your amp, a nice edgy overdrive from the one Mudhoney channel and a thick warm distortion from the other channel – delivering deliciously dirty T-Rex tone all the way.
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Mudhoney II features the same convenient boost function you'll recognise from the original Mudhoney (now one switch for each channel) and even adds a tone control for each channel – so you can shape the timbre of your drive to create your own signature sound.
Your Mudhoney II has 4 controls for each channel: GAIN, LEVEL, TONE and BOOST.
The GAIN knob is the most important control on your Mudhoney II. The more you turn it up, the more overdrive gain you get. Make sure to set the GAIN differently for the 2 Mudhoney II channels, so you can switch between the channels for different levels of distortion.
Use the LEVEL knob to set the overall output volume from the pedal. At 12 o'clock your output is the same as your input volume. Turning it all the way up (clockwise) will boost your output signal by 15 dB.
The TONE knob lets you control the top end, or 'edge', of your signal without compromising sonic quality. Try setting it separately for each channel to create your own signature overdrive and distortion sounds.
Use the BOOST switch to switch between moderate and high gain for each channel separately.
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'Jersey Shore' Gallery: What JWOWW's Art Says About Her
Gawker managed to dig up the personal website of Jersey Shore's Jenni Farley (JWOWW), from her days as a student at New York Institute of Technology. You see, long before she and her impossibly buoyant breasts were torn between the love of two juiceheads, Jenni was just a mild-mannered programming student, sketching pictures of Stewie from Family Guy in her spare time. This is a rare opportunity to see the "J'art" behind the JWOWW, and we've used our best psychoanalytic skills to determine what the young guidette was really like.
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Until Monday, pump price expert Fred Rozell figured that California gasoline was headed down to $2.85 a gallon or lower. But that was before crude oil futures rose $1.08, or 1.3%, to settle at $79.61 -- their highest close in more than a year.
Now Rozell says all bets are off in spite of several fundamentals, such as the facts that oil supplies are plentiful, demand remains weak and refiners have slashed production because motorists aren't driving enough to allow gasoline makers much of a profit.
"You would think that this would drive the price of crude down, but what we have here is more of a financial play than market fundamentals. There is no reason for oil to be this high," said Rozell, retail pricing director of Oil Price Information Service in New Jersey. He added that the 10-week price slide that finally drove California gasoline back below $3 a gallon was probably over.
"If crude prices keep moving forward, the decline is going to stop," Rozell said.
Over the last week, the average price of a gallon of regular gasoline in California fell 2.7 cents to $2.998, the Energy Department said. California's average hadn't been below $3 a gallon since Aug. 3. Nationally, retail prices are already on the rise. The U.S. average jumped by its highest amount since Aug. 10, climbing 8.5 cents to $2.574 a gallon.


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BESITO, Hilliard "Neebish&rdquo
Of Saugeen First Nation at the Grey Bruce Health Services Owen Sound, on Friday, November 16th, 2007, surrounded by his loving family. Hilliard "Neebish" BESITO was called home by the Great Spirit G'Shamindo. Much loved son of the late Dora (AKENZIE) and Ivan BESITO, and James and Helen MASON of Saugeen First Nation. Traditionally raised son of the late Isaac and Winnifred PETONOQUOT. Predeceased by brothers Fredrick BESITO, Matthew MASON, Maitland PETONOQUOT; sister Leona LAWRENCE; and Aunts Flora RITCHIE and Elizabeth AKENZIE. Survived by his loved foster children Dale BRICKER, Stacey and William WESLEY. Dear brother of Shirley ELLIOT/ELLIOTT (Melvin), Marie MASON, Gary MASON, Gayle STARK (Bruce), Theodore MASON (Joanne), Phillip (Janice), Allan (Bonnie) and Elwood MASON. Traditional Uncle of Barbara CHARLEBOIS, June KING, Joanne MASON, Leslie PETONOQUOT (Jr.), Gene PETONOQUOT, Carey PETONOQUOT and Paul KING. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, Friends and associates of the bingo crowd. Family invite Friends to gather for visitation at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home and Chapel, Sauble Beach (519) 422-0041 on Sunday, November 18th, 2007 from 2: 00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. Traditional Mineral Services will be held on Monday, November 19 at 2: 00 p.m. at the James Mason Cultural Centre, Saugeen First Nation. Interment in Saugeen Cemetery, Saugeen First Nation. Tributes or donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Diabetes Association would be appreciated as an expression of sympathy. Journey fire located at the home of Gennine PETONOQUOT (6421 Hwy 21) for tobacco offering. In living memory of Neeb a Red Maple tree will be planted at the family home by the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home and Chapel. Condolences may be expressed on-line at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com.
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On June 21, 2007, peacefully and surrounded by loved ones, after a brave and courageous battle with cancer. Beloved wife of James AKEROYD, of Waterloo. Cherished Mom of Heather McLEOD and her fiancé Stephen RUTTAN, of Hamilton, and Jennifer McLEOD and her husband Michael JESKE, of Kitchener. Treasured sister of Jane and Bud FIELD of Paris, Ontario, Mary Anne and Bill LEIGH, of Kitchener, and Jim and Bonnie TINCKNELL, of Belleville, Ontario. Adored daughter-in-law of Edith McLEOD, of Waterloo and sister-in-law of Wayne and Susan STEVENS, of Waterloo. Special aunt to Chelsea LEIGH, as well as to all the members of the Stevens and Tincknell families. Special 'grammy' to Morgan daughter of Master Bdr James and Richelle AKEROYD of Chalk River, Ontario, stepdaughters Elizabeth and Christine and devoted companion Merced (Ninia) TAGALOG. Dear friend of Ivan and Sandra Anderson, Jim and Heather Murdock, Barry and Kathy Kiggins, Dianne Aves, Betty Townshend, Trudie Robbins, Brad and Ellen Luelo, Mandy and Jamie Badrian, Peter and Elizabeth Moffat, Pat and John Weber, Conestogo, Alan and Nicole Mockler, Montreal, Doctor William Akeroyd and family Vancouver Dr's John and Christine Martin, Inverness, Scotland as well as countless others. She will be deeply missed by her close Friends at Queensmount Senior Public School, Kitchener and the many new Friends she had made as she setup a second home with Jim in Saint John, New Brunswick. The family would also like to thank the Waterloo Community Care Access Centre team, Doctor Bob HUNTER, Kitchener and the doctors of the Hamilton Juravinski Cancer Centre for their caring and support of Barb through her long journey. Barb was predeceased by her first husband, Bill McLEOD, and her parents, Luke and Hope TINCKNELL, of Paris, Ontario. Barb was first and foremost a proud and loving mother. She was also a wonderful, caring and generous wife, sibling, friend, and teacher. She was born in Paris, Ontario, where she spent the entirety of her childhood. She was an energetic child, who succeeded both at academics and athletics. She attended teacher's college at McMaster University and later returned to Guelph University to complete a degree in English and theatre arts. She taught at several elementary schools, took a leave to dedicate herself to parenting, and then returned to Queensmount Senior Public School in the late 1980s. Barb established herself as a remarkable teacher who inspired both her students and her colleagues. She taught English and math and directed several musical productions, while acting as a supportive mentor and friend to her fellow staff. In recent years, Barb was an avid fan of her daughter's careers, both scholastic and athletic. She adored her 'boys', Cody and Spooky, and the new addition of Oakley. She was a knowledgeable and dedicated sports fan. She travelled frequently with Jim, to Western and Eastern Canada, Boston, and Sanibel Island, Florida. Barb loved visiting with her granddaughter, Morgan, spending time at her cabin, gardening, bird watching, renovating and decorating her home, riding her bicycle, going to movies, and visiting her favourite people. As her health declined over the past year, Barb inspired us all with her ability to embrace every day of her life, and to find joy and humour during the most difficult of times. She fought an incredibly long and hard battle, but continued to focus only on the needs and lives of others. Her life was miraculous in many ways; she will be cherished forever by those who were blessed to share her life. Interment will be at Memory Gardens followed by a private service in celebration of her life. Donations in memory of Barbara (Barb) Ellen McLEOD can be made to the Hamilton Juravinski Cancer Centre, http://www.jccfoundation.on.ca/donations/online.shtml or may be placed by calling the Henry Walser Funeral Home 519 749-8467. Visit www.henrywalser.com for Barbara's memorial.
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HOPKINS, Winnifred May (August 24, 1924 to October 8, 2007)
Passed away at home with her family by her side. Winn was predeceased by her husband Phil, sister Patricia and sister-in-law Lillian but leaves to mourn son David HOPKINS and Beth and grandchildren Julie AKEROYD (Yuri) and Andrew HOPKINS (Ciley,) good friend Paul Hollenback, brothers Stan KELLETT (Althea), Don KELLETT, Lloyd KELLETT (Sheila,) sister Marjorie GLENDAY, (George) brother-in-law Dusty KEINHOLZ and many nieces and nephews. At the age of four, Winnifred was struck with polio. Although confined by her physical body, her loving spirit allowed her to live a life of dignity, courage, hope and positive thinking. In lieu of flowers, Winn would encourage you to take yourself out to the theatre, enjoy a good bottle of wine and spend precious time with your loved ones.
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From Paula Deen
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- 12 people
- 5 pounds red and white table potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
- 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Blue Cheese Dressing:
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 (5-ounce) container crumbled blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 1/2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, blue cheese, sour cream, horseradish, and pepper. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Yield: about 1 cup
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a large shallow roasting pan with nonstick aluminum foil. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, olive oil, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, tossing gently to coat. Arrange the potatoes, in a single layer, on the prepared pan. Bake until potatoes are tender and lightly browned, stirring occasionally, for 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the onions; cover and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Uncover and add the vinegar. Stir until the vinegar evaporates, about 1 to 2 minutes. In a large serving bowl, combine the potatoes, onions, remaining salt and pepper and Blue Cheese Dressing. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.
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Nutritional Info
- Calories379
- Carbohydrates39 g(13%)
- Fat23 g(35%)
- Protein7 g(14%)
- Saturated Fat7 g(35%)
- Sodium631 mg(26%)
- Polyunsaturated Fat7 g
- Fiber6 g(23%)
- Monounsaturated Fat7 g
- Cholesterol26 mg(9%)


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International Alumni Meet-Up was held at Leppävaara campus on 28th of September 2016. The event gathered Laurea´s international students and alumnies together.
At the meet-up there were presentations from different companies: Academic Work, Speakersforum, Sonera and BiiSafe. Addition to that there were also guest speaker Dr. Perpetual Crentsil, anthropologist and a journalist currently working as a postdoctoral researcher at the Social and Cultural Anthropology, University of Helsinki. Between the speakers there was also free networking. The International Alumni Group meet-up was organized first time in this form and extent.
Head of Studies, Mari Koski talked about the upcoming tuition fees for non EU students and the challenges of the new tuition fees in terms of attractiveness.
Koski also pointed out that Information on alumnies employment status is highly valued here in Laurea. We want to support our students and alumnies career opportunities and that´s why we implemented common Career planning study unit in our curricula in 2014. The study unit supports the student's professional growth and the job hunting process
Planning officer Milton Aldrete introduced International graduates to work life –project, which aims to enhance the employability with concrete tools and its goal is to secure a work place to at least 100 international graduates. The project is organized together with Haaga-Helia, Arcada, Diakonia, Laurea and Metropolia.
Network to get work –event is organized in 31st of January 2017 in Laurea Leppävaara campus. There it is possible for companies to meet students from different fields looking for job placements, summer jobs and long term employment.
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I'm useless at fibbing, I'm usually laughing before I can get three words out in a lie, but I managed to pull off a bit of a whopper with a friend. She adores purple. I kind of dislike it intensely. Purple lies in the realm of my distaste for pink. However, she's in a bit of difficult period in her life, so I sucked it up and created this scarf for her. She stays over once in a while for work reasons, so I had to think of how to cover my tracks on this project. I actually managed to fib about it being a "border for a baby blanket" which it totally could be, but it wasn't. She bought the fib.
Section one was done side to side, alternating honeycomb stitch with garter stitch.
Section two was three kinds: garter, honeycomb, and seed stitch.
I cannot tell you how pleased I was knitting on this textured scarf. Even though it's purple.
US 8 - 5.0 mm
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eBay may be losing out to competition in some spaces. The company may soon be forced to abandon its effort to break into local one-hour deliveries. VentureBeat is reporting that that online auction house could shut down its two-year old eBay Now service, which is still just a fledgling offering that represented eBay's efforts to tap into new markets.
The service, which launched in 2012 alongside popular delivery app Postmates, is apparently on its last legs and is facing numerous issues just as larger rivals including Google and Uber are stepping into the arena. At the same time, eBay recently fired its team of "valets," switching to third-party couriers, an anonymous insider tells VentureBeat. The company also cut ties with a number of early partners including Best Buy.
It's unclear if eBay Now will shut down completely, but the company has already cancelled plans to expand. The company previously said it would launch in London and 25 U.S. cities by the end of 2014, but an eBay representative told VentureBeat "we are not announcing any new market expansions at this time."
eBay Now is still available in San Francisco, San Jose, New York, Chicago and Dallas. The company says it's committed to the service in these cities, though it's unclear how long that commitment will last.


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Getting Back to The Pareto Principle aka 80/20 it Bro
As an entrepreneur it's easy to lose sight of certain things. You get caught up in metrics, catch some traction in one thing and forget about another. If I want to make epic shit happen in 2013, then it is time for me to put things back in perspective and laser focus in on my goals. Or else it's just going to be a lot of wasted time in facebook feed, hackernews and reddit consumption.
The Pareto Principle or in startup lingo "you gotta 80 / 20 it bro" basically says that 80% of the effects come from 20% of the causes, inputs or material. In many businesses 80% of total revenue comes from only 20% of the customer base.
My main money project is consulting ([hire me](http://benhebert.com/hire-me/ "Your business can't afford to wait any longer.")). I'm skilled in digital marketing, search engine optimization and online branding. My background in e-commerce taught me about conversions, so when I go to clients telling them that we need to set up goals to generate your company more revenue not just traffic or facebook likes… their jaw drops.
Apply 80/20 to your life by spending 80% of your time your money business with 20% of the time in development of new projects.
I love working with small businesses and giving them the edge in their respective markets. Yet I've done less consulting over the past months with more focus being put into this software that I'm building.
Don't stop swimming in the stream, until you find a river (or even better an ocean).
I guess that quote means, you shouldn't stop or reduce any money making activities until you have found another that's bigger. Just like you wouldn't quit your day job without a strong enough secondary income, you should not put all of your effort into a new project that hasn't taken off.
Whenever you start working on a new business, you're going to be able to crank things out at a high level for a significant period of time. Most of the process is familiar and there isn't any struggle involved. Once you reach a difficult period like acquiring new clients, pivoting or inability to scale, it's easy to just jump and move to something new. Don't get away from your 80% until you're confident that you can generate enough money elsewhere.
But if you're making money with one business why not scale it?
Lifestyle design is about the automation of processes. With any sort of marketing campaign that I am involved with, it's very labor intense process in order to deliver quality results to my clients. They've trusted me with their reputation and to generate revenue for their business. I obsess on making it happen and refuse to outsource any part of the work.
Creating automation in business how you achieve freedom.
Automation is as simple as setting up your personal credit card payments to auto-pay from your checking account each month to drop shipping products with an e-commerce business. Take a minute to think about the tasks you do everyday, especially the ones that you hate. Can you apply automation so that you don't have to do them any longer?
New business = no intelligence
If you already have a business going, you're able to estimate your return on investment (time). If I send out ten well drafted sales letters, I know that my average conversion rate is 10%. It's easy to put a value on my time / effort and see how much money I stand to make. The same cannot be said for something that you've never done before. When you being a new project you have no clients, no revenue and no step by step guide.
For the software business I'm working on, it's a venture into an entirely new model. This alone has taken hours of research (reading, studying and listening to podcasts) and planning the marketing and sales. The design work was outsourced but it had to be done to fit the flow of the website spec / functionality. That took a lot of time, but nothing compared to the development process which as expected has met mulitple delays along the way. In the beginning, we were going at a rapid pace with interns, sales plans and cold calls. We had momentum. Now that we're delayed, I'm not sure what the best thing for them to do would be.
In hindsight I shouldn't have brought on others until the minimum viable product was fully functional and should not have gone away from my main source of secondary income. When you start a new business, don't go all-in until you're fully ready and the model is proven (when you have sales / clients).
Situation = Frustrating // Damage = Absorbed
The situation is frustrating, but I'm fine. I am actually headed to Las Vegas tomorrow for Krewella so maybe I'll get lucky ;). A few of my niche sites are taking off and I'm getting back into consulting having landed my first client of 2013 a few days ago. Emotionally a little bit drained but the feeling doesn't last for long. I've learned that as an entrepreneur you cannot dwell on mistakes or errors because nothing is going to wait for you or feel bad. The world doesn't care (see Six Harsh Truths).
If I would have quit my job to work full-time on this business, I would be in Defcon-5 panic mode and in a rush to return to the workplace. This happens to many entrepreneurs who quit their jobs, fail early and go back to work thinking, "I can't believe I thought I could do that." You're going to fail and there will be setbacks, but you always need to maintain a financial shield so you can absorb the damage.
Lesson for the future.
Never fully depend on something that is out of your control.
I can't control the development process because I'm not a developer. I can either learn how to code (hard as shit) or work on things within my skill set. Coming to this realization has pushed me further into a few other exciting projects that I had scheduled for 2013, but am moving up in the timeline.
I'm launching a course for people interested in learning internet marketing. We start on February 1, 2013 and you can email me (firstname.lastname@example.com) for details.
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Lean beef, skinless chicken and cottage cheese are some of the foods that are good muscle weight gainers. All three are relatively high in protein, which is essential in muscle formation.
Lean beef is top on the list, as it contains relatively few calories yet has high amino acid content, which tandems with insulin to promote muscle growth. Skinless chicken, likewise, is a good source of protein, which is essential to muscle and weight maintenance. Cottage cheese, on the other hand, contains a slow digesting protein called casein. This is very useful, especially for those who cannot eat for long periods of time.


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The chairman and controlling shareholder of casino operator Macau Legend Development Ltd, David Chow Kam Fai, increased his stake in the company by 0.09 percent to 30.22 percent this week, Bloomberg reports…Ina Chan Un Chan, had increased her stake by 0.81 percent to 15.36 percent.
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Paradise unit participating in Waldo Casino ops
DateFebruary 28, 2014
AuthorMichael Grimes
SourceMacau Business Daily
Hong Kong-listed casino equipment maker Paradise Entertainment Ltd says its subsidiary LT (Macau) Ltd is to provide services including "sales, marketing, promotion, player development and referral," to Waldo Casino in Macau. The property branded as Waldo Casino & Hotel operates under a gaming licence from Galaxy Entertainment Group Ltd. "It is anticipated that this arrangement will further expand the group's business and market share in Macau," said Paradise in a press statement, which at the time Business Daily went to press, had not been filed with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Paradise stated that Waldo Casino has 30 gaming tables, including "Live Multigame Machines", and 200 slot machines. The firm added: "LT (Macau) is entitled to approximately 56 percent of the net win of the tables, Live Multigame Machines and slot machines of Waldo Casino, and such income will undoubtedly boost the group's revenue".
Don't wait to close local slot club' says community
DateFebruary 28, 2014
AuthorTony Lai
SourceMacau Business Daily
One of the largest neighborhood groups in Macau says it has collected 16,000 signatures asking the government to remove a slot machine parlor in the Inner Harbor district now instead of waiting longer. Secretary for Economy and Finance Francis Tam Pak Yuen said last week the government aims to eliminate all non-casino slot venues, but indicated that might not be completed until at least 2015. That's when the government expects to begin formal talks with the gaming concessionaires and sub-concessionaires on possible renewal of their licenses. This week the General Union of Neighborhood Associations delivered a petition with the signatures to the government's headquarters calling for swifter action.
Population reaches 607,500
DateFebruary 28, 2014
SourceMacau Daily Times
The Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) revealed yesterday that Macau's population reached 607,500 at the end of last year, representing an increase of 25,500 people (more than 4.4 percent year-on-year). The female population accounted for 51.4 percent of the overall number of inhabitants.
Unemployment rate drops to 1.7 percent
DateFebruary 28, 2014
SourceMacau Daily Times
The unemployment rate in Macau dropped to 1.7 percent between November 2013 and January 2014. According to information provided by the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC), the rate has further declined "as the job market has remained robust." The number of unemployed people was 6,500, down by 300 from October to December 2013.
Hong Kong billionaire bids for two Australian casinos
DateFebruary 28, 2014
Hong Kong billionaire, Tony Fung, has plans for a massive casino complex on Australia's Great Barrier Reef, and now has added the country's Casino Canberra to a bid announced last year for the Reef Casino in the northern Queensland city of Cairns. Fung's Aquis Casino Acquisitions will spend A$270 million for Reef Casino Trust, the latter's ownership entity, whose partners include Casinos Austria International and hotel giant Accor, and the Canberra property in the Australian Capital Territory southwest of Sydney at the other end of the continent. Casino Canberra is also controlled by CAI.
Charges Dropped Against Officers Suspected of Covering Up Gambling Ring
DateFebruary 28, 2014
SourceMoscow Times
The Investigative Committee has dropped all charges against two former police officers who spent more than a year in pre-trial detention on suspicion of covering up an illegal gambling ring, a news report said. Former Interior Ministry officials Farit Temirgaliyev and Mikhail Kulikov will seek reinstatement to their jobs and compensation for 18 months' worth of lost wages as soon as they receive the official paperwork showing that the case against them has been closed, Kulikov's lawyer Yelena Vasilyeva said, Kommersant reported on Thursday. The two men were arrested in June 2011 on suspicion of taking more than $225,000 in bribes from illegal casinos in the Moscow region in exchange for warning them about upcoming police raids. The Supreme Court ruled last year that the arrests were unlawful in a case that is widely seen as a key battleground in the turf war between the Investigative Committee and the Prosecutor General's Office, which began in 2010, after then-President Dmitry Medvedev split the two agencies into independent bodies.
Sheriff Gaming "no longer fit and proper" to hold license
DateFebruary 28, 2014
AuthorSteven Stradbrooke
SourceCalvin Ayre
The parent company of Dutch 3D online slots developers Sheriff Gaming has had its gaming license officially revoked by the Alderney Gambling Control Commission (AGCC). A notice on the AGCC site says the Commissioners have withdrawn the Category 2 Associate Certificate of Bubble Group BV following a regulatory hearing on Monday at which it was determined that the company was "no longer fit and proper to hold such a certificate." The AGCC had suspended Bubble Group's B2B gambling license in September after a joint operation by Dutch prosecutors, gaming regulators and tax authorities targeted Bubble Group's ownership over alleged drug dealing, money laundering and illegal gambling activities.
Regulated online poker continues to fall
DateFebruary 28, 2014
The Autonomous Administration of the State Monopolies (AAMS) Italian gaming authority has reported that the country's regulated online poker market is continuing to decline. Wagers in poker cash games during January 2014 grossed USD 16.7 billion, a drop of 20% on the previous year and a fall of 50% on January 2012. In addition, tournament revenues also declined by 26% in comparison with January 2013.
Desert Diamond Casino first in to offer "Keno Cloud"
DateFebruary 28, 2014
SourceTucson Explorer
SubjectIndian gaming
Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment is proud to announce that it is first casino in Arizona to offer Keno Cloud, a convenient high-tech way for guests to watch live Keno drawings and review past results… Keno Cloud allows guests to watch Keno drawings in real time, track their results, review past drawings, and see which numbers have been on a hot or cold streak. Keno Cloud can be accessed by computer, mobile phone, or tablet so that guests can watch the results or check the latest hot numbers at their convenience… .Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment with three locations in Southern Arizona is an enterprise of the Tohono O'odham Nation.


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Summersgill corrects the record on D.C. marriage equality victory
Re: "The guiding hand in winning marriage equality" (viewpoint by Lane Hudson, March 5)
I appreciate the accolades from Lane Hudson in the DC Agenda. I'm extremely pleased with our success in achieving marriage equality. There were quite a large number of people who contributed to our win and we can all take some credit.
I do have a different recollection of how our effort progressed. At the founding meeting of DC for Marriage, I presented the on-going incremental plan that I had been working on for several years, at first while representing the Gay & Lesbian Activists Alliance (GLAA) and later in concert with them, especially Rick Rosendall, who was critical to the success of marriage equality in the District.
The assembled group seemed very pleased with my legislative plan and the criteria that I outlined for when the Congress would not interfere with us and how we could deal with an initiative. They also agreed that the time to move a bill hadn't arrived, but we could do a lot to prepare for that day.
DC for Marriage's embrace of my general strategy was quite a relief. I had worried that they were going to push for a marriage bill right away, or pull some other stunt that would delay or harm our efforts. Under Michael Crawford's direction, DC for Marriage worked to create the public support we needed for our win. Michael created a social media and traditional media campaign, a direct contact and pledge effort, and other outreach that resulted in thousands and thousands of supporters. Countless other people found ways to make a difference and grow support for marriage equality.
A legislative, judicial or ballot loss could have set us back a decade or more. Going too soon would mean that we would be delayed in getting marriage equality. There would be a time when all the pieces came together and we would need to be prepared.
GLAA, the Gertrude Stein Club, and DC for Marriage leaders all agreed in January 2009 that the time for a marriage equality bill was not right. By April, we all agreed that the time had come for the marriage recognition bill and by summer we all agreed that it was time for the final bill, the Religious Freedom and Marriage Equality Act.
The careful incremental strategy didn't rush us forward, but it moved us forward with deliberate steps. Each legislative victory carefully changed the laws that could have been used against us while increasing the rights of couples. In the end, everyone was on board and recognized that the moment had arrived and we were ready for it. — Bob Summersgill
Thank you, Bob. Lane Hudson, while praising Bob, wrote as if GLAA and I actually hampered the cause of marriage equality whereas in fact we and Bob had exactly the same strategy. If Hudson is determined to disrespect GLAA, he could at least come up with a more plausible narrative. Last evening, at a campaign fundraiser for which Hudson was on the host committee, D.C. Councilmember David Catania graciously singled me out for praise. Indeed, most of those who actually worked for marriage equality, including GLAA, have been appropriately generous with their praise. There are many people and groups deserving recognition, as reflected in the list of honorees for GLAA's Distinguished Service Awards that we will present at our 39th anniversary reception on April 20. But Hudson can take comfort in knowing that former Blade editor Chris Crain a perfect exemplar of the know-it-all who doesn't agrees with him. Crain writes in Letters from CAMP Rehoboth:
Primary credit for that mammoth electoral achievement goes to a grassroots effort by a group called D.C. for Marriage (dcformarriage.blogspot.com), who tired of the snail's pace and incremental progress made over many years by long-time activists and pushed the envelope with local politicians who had given lip service to marriage equality but still ducked for cover whenever possible.
As with Hudson using Bob Summersgill, Crain uses DC for Marriage, an esteemed member of the marriage equality coalition (whose co-chair, Michael Crawford, is one of those who will receive GLAA's Distinguished Service Award on April 20), to score points against GLAA, to whom Crain is clearly referring but whom, like Hudson, he disdains to name. Crain used his paper to vilify GLAA regularly in 2004 for not embracing his preferred strategy of provoking Congress to stomp on the District of Columbia, which Crain naively thought would inspire people across America to rise up in outrage at the injustice. Of course, Congress did stomp on the District in the past (specifically, blocking our first attempt to repeal our sodomy law in 1981), and few across the country either noticed or cared. Crain's successor at the Blade (and now DC Agenda), Kevin Naff, stated last year that GLAA's careful strategy had been vindicated. Naff singled out Bob Summersgill and me. It is too bad that Crain and Hudson cannot be similarly gracious, but that really speaks more of them than of me and GLAA. A great irony regarding Crain was that, even as he attacked and belittled GLAA, his reporters routinely relied upon our expertise. A couple of outliers are not going to erase GLAA's historic role by writing revisionist commentaries.


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2009 Moose Plate Grant round opens
It's moose season at New Hampshire's Department of Cultural Resources. The process to apply for grants through the department's Conservation License Plate grants programs — also called "Moose Plate" grants — is now open.
The Department of Cultural Resources operates separate "Moose Plate" grant programs through its three divisions: the New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources, the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts and the New Hampshire State Library.
While the projects funded by each division have specific requirements, all focus on awarding grants to projects that involve restoration, preservation and/or conservation of publicly owned items significant to New Hampshire's cultural heritage. In 2008, some of the funded projects included repairing broken historic stained glass windows, conserving painted curtains from community theaters and preserving and digitizing town records.
Depending on the grant program applied to, requests may be for amounts up to $20,000 and may or may not require matching funds, including in-kind contributions. The deadline for the 2009 grant round is March 27, 2009. More information about each division's specific grant program is available at www.nh.gov/nhculture/grants.htm.
"Having a Moose Plate for your car makes a statement about your commitment to preserving the things that make New Hampshire so unique. Really, you're making an investment in New Hampshire for future generations," said Department of Cultural Resources Commissioner Van McLeod.
"And if you already have a Moose Plate on your car, remember you can support New Hampshire's culture by purchasing a gift certificate for someone else who doesn't have one yet."
The Conservation License Plate Program began in 1998 as a way to supplement existing state conservation and preservation programs with additional funding through voluntary public purchases of the plate, which features a bull moose along with New Hampshire's state motto, "Live Free or Die." Funds raised are reserved for publicly owned resources whose conservation and preservation will benefit and be accessible to the public.
For more information about the Moose Plate Program, including how to purchase a Moose Plate, visit www.mooseplate.com.
New Hampshire's Department of Cultural Resources includes the State Council on the Arts, the Film and Television Office, the Division of Historical Resources, the State Library and the American Canadian French Cultural Exchange Commission. The department strives to nurture the cultural well-being of our state. From the covered bridges and traditional music of our past to the avant-garde performances and technological resources of today and tomorrow, New Hampshire's culture is as varied as its geography and its people. This strong cultural base — which truly has something for everyone — attracts businesses looking for engaged workforces, provides outstanding educational opportunities and creates communities worth living in. Learn more at www.nh.gov/nhculture.
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Playing the Megabucks Doubler lottery can be very exciting especially if from time to time you are a winner. Winning can be accomplished quit often if the correct system is used. There are many so called experts in the market offering winning number secrets and scratch off ticket recommendations that promise to help you win. Most are not legit. However, there are a few systems on the market that has produced some promising results.
When you consider that that there are many different lottery systems available and lots of past winners you remain anonymous or don't talk about their winning strategies how many more winners might there be who have used such systems?
Think about it: is it possible that a huge percentage of lottery winners are actually using mathematical or statistical formulas to help them win? If that is the case then anyone who is not using a system is merely feeding the prize fund and has an almost zero chance of winning.
Would You Like to Win The Megabucks Doubler lottery?
People who play Megamillions have one question in common and that would be which the best numbers to play Megamillions are? The thing is, there isn't a standard or a formula that one can follow in order to come to a conclusion regarding the best numbers to play Megamillions. There are, however, things that you can keep in mind when you are in the process of picking numbers. You can consider them strategies or systems or you can think of them, simply, as tips. They may not give you a concrete answer towards the best numbers to play Megamillions, but they can help take you a step closer.1. When choosing numbers, do not try and form patterns. Remember to be as random as you can. Think about it, if you decide to go with a pattern such as choosing all the numbers that go a certain way, whether upwards or downwards the sheets then you are already putting yourself at a disadvantage.8. When you ask people who have won jackpots for themselves, it is likely that they'd tell you that the numbers they chose were chosen mostly because of gut feel. A kind of intuition. You may not think much of it but this intuition could potentially win you millions. So go with what you feel and not what you believe to be the best numbers to play Megamillions. Remember, trust your gut and go with your intuition.
Best Numbers to Play Megamillions?
Hospital lotteries are becoming increasingly popular in Canada. That's because, not only do you get a chance to win many terrific prizes, but you also get to donate money to a worthy enterprise - The hospital. And, the money goes to worthy hospital causes, like cancer research. But, of course, the lottery has to sell tickets and many of them do it by claiming to have the best chance to win a million dollars. That means, according to them, that if you are looking for the best odds to win a million dollars, you should buy a hospital lottery ticket rather than a regular lottery ticket.
So there you have it, playing a hospital lottery is not your best chance at winning a million dollars. However, the money that you spend on tickets goes to a good cause and so it is still worth it to play.
Winning the Megabucks Doubler lottery is very rewarding. Give this system a spin and watch your winnings grow.


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Our wilderness is under an unprecedented attack from Trump and anti-conservationists in Congress. Help us fight back.
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The Wilderness Society released the following statement from Lydia Weiss, Government Relations Director for Lands, regarding the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee's consideration of the
Legislation being considered in the U.S. Senate would undermine important environmental laws and increase unsustainable logging in our national forests--unless you speak out against it.
Senator Cantwell, the ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, has scheduled a hearing in Seattle on August 27 to examine wildfire issues.
A new report from the U.S.
The bill ignores critical funding priorities like the $11 billion backlog of needed maintenance work in the National Park Service and it shortchanges the Land and Water Conservation Fund, which has helped millions of Americans to enjoy parks and ball fields in virtually every county in the Unite
The Wilderness Society strongly opposes H.R.
On June 16 and 18, House and Senate committees are set to consider appropriations bills to fund the Interior Department for the coming year.
The Wilderness Society strongly supports bipartisan legislation, the Wildfire Disaster Funding Act of 2015 (S. 235, H.R.
After years of neglect by the federal government, our country's conservation programs are in serious need of restoration.


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At Record Bank, Louis Mahy realized the dream of just about any CIO. He did away with the systems of the past and built an all-new IT environment from the ground up. In the process, Mahy has maintained a rigorous focus on the core tasks of IT: supporting the service of the banking departments.
Record Bank is a subsidiary of ING. The bank offers traditional banking products and credit solutions for private individuals, the self-employed and small businesses. With one million accounts, Record Bank is responsible for some thirty per cent of the retail figures for ING Belgium. The bank's model is based on a network of independent offices and brokers. Record Bank is the product of a series of mergers and acquisitions, which left the IT department facing an extremely heterogeneous environment. "Five years ago, we started out from zero to develop a new central IT environment," recounts CIO Louis Mahy. "We developed a clear vision from the get-go: IT needs to be a business enabler that lets the bank provide financial services through different channels. We provide the IT support on the basis of a service-oriented architecture and via the cloud."


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You can play Police Sniper online shooting game for free. It has 2538 total plays and has been rated 69% (1 like and 0 dislike), fun and happy everyday. if you like Police Sniper, you may also enjoy similar shooting games, such as: Police Sniper, Sniper School Game, D Sniper and Police Sniper Training. To play other games, go to the page, the page, or just check out the shooting games or sniper games page.


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Midwest FurFest was a furry convention held in Chicago from November 16th-18th, 2012. It was held at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare which was a rather nice venue, with plenty of public space for socializing and gathering. I worked in Convention Operations (Con Ops) again under Puma again, and when I wasn't working, I did what I normally did: I took pictures.
I tried to do more closeup fursuit muzzle pictures with Nikon D3000, and the results came out pretty well:
Of course, no convention could be complete without Raptor Jesus, Master Splinter, and The Drama Llama seen in that order:
Way too much fun was had at Midwest FurFest. (Want the full set of pictures? They're over here!)
At this time, my next furry convention will be Furry Connection North, to be held in April up in Michigan. Have a good Christmas, and I hope I see you all there!


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We have in our offers a great price and safe sailing on the Croatia islands on our catamarans. Take up you friend and family or business partners and discover the beauty of Croatia sea.
A large selection of catamarans for charter at Catamaran Croatia Charter includes smaller catamarans that can accommodate up to 10 people, large luxury catamarans for charter, sport and racing, motor catamarans in Croatia. We would like to point out to you some of our models like Lagoon, Fountaine Pajot, Nautitech when you choose your charter catamaran. Models of the catamarans you can find here
With us you can rent all model of catamaran in Croatia. We have them all in all over the Croatia coast and islands.
In our fleet we have the most popular catamaran models available for charter in Croatia: Lagoon 380, Lagoon 39, Lagoon 400, Lagoon 450, Lagoon 500, Lagoon 620, Fountaine Pajot Athena, Saba 50, Nautitech 441, Nautitech 40, Nautitech 40 Open, Privilege 465 and much more.
Some catamarans can be chartered bareboat, crewed or only with a skipper.
Catamarans can be chartered from Split, Dubrovnik, Zadar, Šibenik, Biograd, Seget Donji, Trogir, Kaštela, Pula and other marinas across Croatia.
Catamarans in Catamarn Croatia Charter sail on the same principle as all sailing yachts monohulls, but they have a lot more advantages like stability on the sea, security, speed and comfort in the catamaran and out side. Because of its two hulls and two keels, catamarans are extremely stable.
Due to the fact that Catamarans out on the sea sailing have minimal slope, they are an ideal choice to charter for people who do not tolerate ruff sea and the rolling of the boats. Because of this stability, you can enjoy your sailing on the Croatia coast. Due to the large sailing area between Croatia islands, catamarans are generally much faster then the sailboats and sailing yachts. Because of its twin motors, handling is much easier.
All the catamarans are very large, they all have a shallow draft that is ideal for anchorage in beautiful bays on the Croatia islands and coast. The catamarans can easily enter in the bays where sailing boats cannot, come closer to the beaches where is less crowded for anchorage.
Another advantage of the catamarans is the comfort and the roominess. It have a large central lounge, large cockpit, and all in all a lot more space than the sailboats. We can honestly say that Catamarans for hire in Croatia are blend of comfort pleasure of sailing. Because of it twin hulls, catamarans provide more privacy for our clients and also an exceptional views from the saloon. Because of that all the catamaran brings a higher price and related service, more expensive berths in the marinas and harbors on the islands and on the coast.
In our fleet we offer you more than 300 catamarans for charter in Croatia, we have known manufactures such as Nautitech, Lagoon, Privilege, Leopard, Fountaine Pajot and much more.
Catamarans where always popular but now are the new hit in Croatia charter. They are a way to enjoy charter sailing along with the spaciousness of your home in a yacht. Catamaran Croatia Charter offer catamarans in Croatia that can accommodate up to ten people plus crew that can be a skipper and a hostess or a cook. With a width of almost 30 feet catamarans are a sailing five star apartment with 4 cabins. You can leave your children on deck without worrying they could fall overboard when the catamaran is leaning on side. Let your friends sunbath while you sail the catamaran by your self on the sundeck, or better yet let the skipper do it for you so you can enjoy yourself on the vacation. Even in rough weather you will appreciate the catamaran stability that no sailboat can provide you.
Catamarans are a class of yachts that has 2 hulls, equal in size. Catamaran hull speeds are very high, making catamaran a good choice for recreational uses.
Catamarans are usually faster then single hull boats. This is due to several factors, the most important of which is the catamaran hull shape. Catamarans are also very light, which further reduces drag and displacements. Stability of the catamarans comes from there wide beam length. One more great advantage is that they are wider and much spacer than monohulls. Because of that fact a catamaran interior and deck are much more spacious so you have more room in all places on the catamaran. Since catamarans have more room it creates feelings like you are in the luxury apartment. Heads and showers are separate and also the cabins provide enough room for spacious and large beds. Catamarans are ideal for long cruising in the Croatia sea as they are very spacious and comfortable for long time on it.
Although the principles, sailing is the same for catamarans and monohulls. Discovering catamaran Croatia charter and rentals with Catamaran-Croatia-Charter.com.
Learning new sailors is usually carried on monohulls as they are thought easier to learn to sail and also is much cheaper, a mixture of all the differences mentioned before probably contributes to this.
Catamarans and multihulls are normally faster then single hull yachts for three reasons:
Catamaran is most likely to achieve the max. speed when its going forward and its not unduly disturbed by the waves. This is achieved where the waves are not so big, it is achieved by the design. This has led to being said that catamarans are favorable in coastal waters.
Catamarans over 14 meters (46 feet) provide comfortable and pleasant sailing vacation in luxury and style how you deserve it. Catamarans are ideal for long charter vacations; some of them have 4 or 5 cabins, and also with owner versions.
Price range of the catamarans are between 5,000 EUR up to 20,000 EUR per week.
Large variety of catamarans that are for charter mostly with 4 cabins, but we have also some models with three or five cabins. Mostly catamaran comfort line, but also luxury.
Price range is between 3,000 EUR up to 8,000 EUR per week.
Model of catamarans with 3 or 4 cabins are ideal for a group of friends, families and couples.
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"Pretty Little Liars" cutie Lucy Hale is getting ready to release a country album in 2014 and you can check out a preview of what she's been working on in the above video.
"People know me as one thing and to come out and be Lucy and be completely vulnerable and hsare my music, which is my baby, is kinda cool. It's like I also have this hidden part of me that's about to be unleashed," says Hale.
"For people that don't know my whole backstory … I was born in the South, I'm from Tennessee, so I was born and bred on country. Nashville is sort of where my heart is," she continues. "This album has been a long time coming."
What do you tihnk of her voice, PLL fans? We think it's pretty great. Also look for Lucy to perform for the 2013 CMA Country Christmas on Dec. 2 — watch a preview here.


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Here is a fascinating thread in which the top 20 most desirable NASCAR cards are ranked. The list is exclusively NASCAR, so nothing predates the '72 STP set, but it is a fascinating list. The top 10:
1. 1986 SportsStar Photo-Graphics Dale Earnhardt
2. 1992 Traxs Autograph Petty/Earnhardt
3. 1983 UNO Dale Earnhardt
4. 1989 Maxx Dale Earnhardt
5. 1972 STP Richard Petty
6. 1988 Maxx Dale Earnhardt
7. 1972 STP Bobby Allison
8. 1972 STP Fred Lorenzen (I assume this is the "with car" example. The explanation that accompanies the card's description says that the card is on a slow move toward No. 1 on the list as collectors learn more about the 1972 STP set in general and the extreme rarity of "Lorenzen with car").
9. 1988 Maxx (Charlotte & Myrtle Beach) Cover Card
10. 1991 Traks Jeff Gordon
I am not a fan at all of having the dual autograph card of Earnhardt and Petty listed so high. I have also seen other lists that have the '72 STP Petty card ranked at No. 2 behind the '86 SportsStar Photographic card of Earnhardt.
Earnhardt's' rookie card actually comes from the 1983 UNO set. Not much is known about that set, but it is a 30-card set with driver images on one side and a standard UNO playing card on the other side. I am not really a huge fan of the set, since they do seem kind of cheesy. But that is the generally-accepted Earnhardt rookie card (he does have some earlier postcards).
The 1986 SportsStar Photo-Graphic set is also obscure, but the Earnhardt card from that set usually sells for more than the UNO card (the SportsStar card is also a lot more scarce than the UNO card). I was the underbidder on an Earnhardt SportsStar card that sold for $327 a few weeks ago, and I kick myself for not sniping higher.
In 1988, MAXX entered the racing card game with sets produced in huge quantities. MAXX sets from either of those years are very, very common, but the Earnhardt card is still very desirable because they are his first "mainstream" card releases. The 1988 Earnhardt MAXX card is also famous for never being officially released until 1994. MAXX had the card all ready for release, but was unable to come to a licensing agreement with Earnhardt. As a result, the card was dropped from release at the last minute.
Some copies of the '88 Earnhardt MAXX card did slip out, but six years later, 999 numbered copies of the card were officially released. The MAXX sets were huge (both in quantity and impact), but I am not a huge fan of them from a collecting standpoint because they are so common and easy to find. The Earnhardt MAXX cards are a bit like the '52T Mantle in that there are tons of them around, but the MAXX Earnhardt cards are iconic and what many people first think of when they think of an Earnhardt card.
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I'm certainly intrigued and someday would like to complete sets like the 1911 ATC (T36), 1960 Hawes Wax Indy, 1954 Stark & Wetzel and definitely the Marhoefer set.
I've definitely noticed what you say about cards sitting on eBay. I have recently bought two of the Ralph DePalmas. I won two others at auction, for much less than the "asking" prices of the others. I will definitely take my time on it.
Thank you for the info on the Foyt Marhoefer card. I have only been looking for a couple of months, but have been waiting to it (alone) to come available. Looks like I will be waiting awhile.
That is pretty cool! Since there isn't a lot of vintage racing out there, I've started taking an interest in post cards.
In recent years, I have developed an interest in some of the iconic racing cards/sets and non-sports cards because many iconic/extremely rare vintage baseball cards are out of my price range. This is not a criticism at all of anyone who collects T206s or '33 Goudeys or '52 Topps baseball cards. Everyone should collect what they like. But I get as much of a thrill at finding a really rare card that might only be worth $200-300 as someone gets from buying a T206 Cobb or a '33 Goudey Ruth that is easy to find.
I saw that a DePalma T36 card sold recently on eBay. I did not realize you were the buyer.
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Hopefully, I don't jink myself, but I am stoked. I don't have the card in hand yet (obviously), but I picked up one of the cards near the top of my want list on Monday night -- a 1972 Richard Petty card from the STP set. The Petty card is not quite as rare as some of the other iconic cards we have discussed earlier (PSA has graded 10 of them without an autograph and another 12 Petty STP cards that have been autographed), but this was the first '72 Petty STP card I have seen on eBay in several years. The '72 STP set is a great looking set, but about half the cards never appear for sale.
I have never seen an Allison, Glotzbach, Brooks or Lorenzen with car '72 STP card for sale on eBay. More and more people kept "watching" the listing on eBay as time went by on Monday. I was hoping I didn't screw myself by putting in a best offer instead of buying the card as a BIN.
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There was also a 1980 Dale Earnhardt postcard of him with the Rod Osterlund car that sold for just over $100 a couple months ago on eBay. That pre-dates his SportsStar Photo-Graphics and UNO cards by several years, but sells for much less than his SSPG card or even a high-grade MAXX card of Earnhardt.
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I don't know if anyone is actually reading this thread anymore, but one of the cards near the top of my want list arrived today -- a 1972 Richard Petty card from the STP set. Like I wrote earlier, it took several years of searching for me to find a Petty card from the '72 STP set. The seller was amazing, perhaps the best seller I have ever dealt with on eBay. The seller was an older lady and she sent me a two-page letter discussing her collection and detailing that she acquired the card as a handout from an STP rep while at the 1972 Daytona 500 (which corresponds with everything I have ever read about how the set was distributed).
She wrote that it took her 25 years to complete the set (11 cards) because she could not find the near-mythical Lorenzen with car card. Over the years, she traded/bought/sold various cards from the STP set. The Lorenzen with car card she finally located at a racing memorabilia show has a thumbtack hole, but it was the only one she has ever seen. She wanted to put together a second full set but is stuck at 10 cards due to never being able to find a second Lorenzen with car card.
As I mentioned earlier, the '72 STP Petty card is always ranked somewhere in the top five among the most desirable of all NASCAR cards or racing cards in general.
Scans of the Petty card that just arrived in my mailbox on Friday:
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Eddie, nice acquisition and thanks for the info on that set. When I was a kid, I watched a lot of NASCAR and was a huge David Pearson fan. I'll be a bidder on the auto drivers set in REA, if i can't win the Just So Zimmer.
Again, I think there are are a few auto racing collectors on here and maybe we can take over a sub-category like the soccer one. RMY photos auctions always has some cool racing stuff up for bid....Rob
Thanks for the kind words, Rob. I don't quite understand why the STP set does not include David Pearson, perhaps because he was not running the full series anymore by that point. But by '72, he had already been a three-time series champion. Seems like he would have been an obvious choice for the set.
I did see that REA has a full set of T36s up for auction. I have a few other bids in at REA that will almost certainly get blown out of the water. I do wish the T36 set was offered as a stand-alone item rather than in conjunction with the T37 set. I hope that someone on here that will appreciate the set does win the T36s at REA as opposed to someone looking to break it up for resale.
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Congrats on the pickup!
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Executives Based in Bay Area to Head Marketing and Sales
SAN JOSE, Calif. – Oct. 30, 2012 – KeyPoint Technologies, Ltd., a world leader in predictive input technology for smartphones, tablets and feature phones, today announced the appointments of Ronald Brown and Sanjiv Sharma to top executive marketing and sales positions, respectively.
Both Brown and Sharma are based in the Bay Area as KeyPoint joins the scores of international companies that maintain development and other resources here in a wellspring area of talent and innovation in computing-, telephony- and mobile-related capabilities.
Brown was named Vice President of Marketing with global responsibility, while Sharma was named Vice President Sales for the Americas and Europe. Each brings extensive experience in consumer-oriented Internet technology and mobile communications services to their responsibilities to grow KeyPoint Technologies' Adaptxt® brand among applications developers, device manufacturers and mobile operators.
"Ron and Sanjiv are dynamic leaders who have the experience that will help us gain more awareness of Adaptxt's powerful text-input capabilities in the competitive U.S. and European markets and beyond," said KeyPoint CEO Sumit Goswami.
Brown started his career in the consumer packaged goods industry, working for companies such as Nestle, J. Walter Thompson and BBDO. At JWT, he managed the HP computers and printers businesses, and then moved to Wyse Technology as VP Corporate Marketing. At eFax.com, he built one of the fastest growing consumer internet sites. As a consultant with Philips Electronics, he focused on launching new products.
Sharma has extensive experience in the telecommunications industry. He was most recently with Sprint, where he worked with companies such as Adobe, EMC, Quanta Construction and Costco. Previously, he was at Oasys Mobile, where he managed more than 40 wireless carriers, content partners and premium brands. He launched business initiatives with Vodafone, T-Mobile Europe and USA, O2, Telcel Mexico and Bell Canada.
Headquartered in Glasgow, Scotland, KeyPoint has a strong presence in India, Japan and Europe, and enjoys technology relationships with partners in Taiwan and Korea. It is now intent on developing a stronger presence in the Americas and Europe with plans to expand its team in San Jose in the future.
The company's offices are located at 2570 N. 1st Street, Suite 440, San Jose, CA 95131. The phone number for Sales is +1 913-219-7291.
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KeyPoint Technologies
KeyPoint Technologies, Ltd. (KPT) is a world leader in predictive computer input technology, combining linguistics, artificial intelligence and computer science to deliver smarter and more natural consumer experiences. Selling its products under the Adaptxt® brand name, it currently focuses on the smartphone, tablet and feature phone markets. With headquarters in Glasgow, Scotland, and offices in India, Japan and the U.S., the company is a trusted partner for OEMs, platform providers and developers. KPT is privately owned. More information can be found at www.keypoint-tech.com and www.adaptxt.com.


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Chris Hemsworth has Thor 'phwoar' factor
Chris Hemsworth brings the "phwoar" factor to 'Thor'.
Kenneth Branagh - who has directed the epic movie about the titular character who is cast out to live amongst humans - believes Australian actor Chris is the perfect casting in the lead role because he is so handsome.
He said: "I've been in the audience when the phwoars kick off. He is able to bring to this god all the physical beauty and magnificence he can muster
"He's got romance, he's got humour - and he's got a twinkle in his eye. He also has what the part needs, he can be quite primal. There's a compelling mixture of things and he absolutely answers the brief of what a god/superhero should be."
He also reveals Natalie Portman - who is also in the movie - was in full rehearsals for 'Black Swan' when she agreed to take part, and whenever he spoke to her she was always exercising.
Kenneth added to the Daily Mail: "We delivered the script to her while she was taking a ballet class. She was eight months into preparation for 'Black Swan' and prepared for 'Black Swan' during rehearsals for us.
"I never rehearsed with Natalie without her leg being up over her head.
"Any time I gave her a note, she was leaning against a wall with her toe over the top of her head. It was fantastically impressive."


text: Hi everyone, I finally found an iPad at Best Buy the other day and bought it on the spot. As a result, I haven't finalized my decision on what I want for cases and screen protectors/skins. I have some ideas for a case, at the moment, I'm thinking of sticking with the mono price TPU cases since they are inexpensive. Then I'm planning to keep the iPad in something like an incase sleeve for extra protection when it isn't in use, I'm traveling, etc. If I don't go with Mono price, I'm leaning towards the Speck Fitted case. Anyway, my biggest concern is the screen protector/skin. I've used BodyGuardz on my phones and iPods for around a year and I like them, they offer good protection, they are a pain to install, but I think most things are. The thing I dislike the most is the fact you have to use the water solution to install it, that just makes me nervous, especially around a brand new product. So, I'm looking for suggestions on what to use for coverage. I know to stay away from Zagg and I've heard good things about Power Support, but at $30 and not having anything for the back, it seems really costly. I've also heard a lot of good about Wrapsol, but I don't believe they have the guarantee on their product, so it doesn't seem like as good of a deal as Bodyguardz. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. If there was something like a window cling (best way I can describe it ) over the BodyGuardz style protection, I'm thinking that may be the way to go, just for the ease of applying it and not having to use the water, but I'm open to anything that is going to work well. Thanks so much and sorry for all the confusion. I normally have all these things decided ahead of time but wasn't really expecting to find the iPad so I'm not as prepared as I normally am.


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U.S. Flooding (Spring 2016)
In a series of extreme weather conditions, the South Central U.S. has experienced continued flooding and storm damage. The Sabine River, which forms part of the border between Texas and Louisiana, crested in several areas, along with the Red River among others. Texas especially is struggling with one storm after another since May 2015. According to National Response Team (NRT) member Jim Ellor, who lives in TX, "Houston has been going through a five-month cycle of flooding. When they think they're ready for long-term recovery work, they have to go back to square one because of another flood."
PDA Response
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) is working with impacted mid councils in Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi to bring God's hope and healing to all affected by flooding. Gifts from One Great Hour of Sharing are helping Presbyterian congregations as they reach out to their affected communities to provide emergency items like water, food and other urgent supplies to neighbors in need. Members of the PDA National Response Team (NRT) will be helping with assessments, connecting with long-term recovery groups, and serving as a present witness of the larger church during this difficult time.
PDA has deployed several NRT teams to assess needs and offer a ministry of presence in the affected areas, including multiple presbyteries in Texas, Mississippi and Louisiana. As of early June, twelve Church Damage grants have been approved and sent to churches affected by these storms. More deployments are issued as needed and when it is safe to do so.
The needs for the response are great. God's people are once again called on to stand in the "GAP"—Give. Act. Pray.


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Here at Northwestern, like at many universities across the country, the debate about political correctness seems to have seeped into all parts of campus. It comes up in club meetings, classes, dining halls and it doesn't look like it's slowing down.
The discussion about political correctness at Northwestern University made national headlines with the Title IX investigation of RTVF professor Laura Kipnis last year.
Kipnis published an essay in which she discussed the new student-teacher sexual conduct code and claimed it infantilized students. Many students were outraged by the essay and its lack of political correctness in bringing up allegations of sexual assault made against one of her colleagues. Two students brought complaints against her, though charges were later dropped.
According to a Pew Research Center poll, 40 percent of millennials are okay with limiting speech offensive to minorities. In contrast, 71 percent of American adults surveyed by Rasmussen Reports think that America is too politically correct.
"I suppose I'm out of step with the new realities because I came of age in a different time, and under a different version of feminism, minus the layers of prohibition and sexual terror surrounding the unequal-power dilemmas of today," Kipnis wrote in her essay, demonstrating the apparent divide between younger and older generations.
The discussion around politically correct rhetoric and policies affects not only sexual relations, but also how sexism and racism manifests on campus.
This divide is shown on Northwestern's campus, as the Northwestern Political Union held a debate last Monday night to vote on a resolution of whether political correctness hinders learning on college campuses. Not including abstentions, the debate ended with a split vote, representing the recent conflicting opinions on this campus and in the U.S. as a whole.
"At its heart, the new stream of political correctness that is sweeping through college campuses today is essentially illiberal," said Weinberg junior Lauren Thomas, who argued for the resolution.
"We've come from banning slurs to banning saying things like 'America is a land of opportunity' or 'if you work hard you'll get ahead," Thomas said. "This is creating a culture at universities where people believe that the actual argument behind an idea is not important – what's important is whether or not it hurts someone's feelings."
Others disagree, arguing that rational and constructive debate is compatible with PC culture, saying that it's needed to improve discussions.
"Political correctness is important because one side is unequal to the other. It protects minority groups and people who consider themselves oppressed," said Weinberg sophomore Sean Conway.
"I think the biggest benefit is that it expands the conversation," said Weinberg junior Wooyoung Lee arguing against the resolution. "Without political correctness, we would still be in our own bubbles."
Weinberg freshman Harrison Bingham disagreed on the benefits of political correctness.
"College isn't about being spoon-fed and it's not about reinforcing the opinions you already have. College is about having those opinions challenged," Bingham said, questioning aspects of the politically correct rhetoric.
Debate participants discussed recent protests at the University of Missouri. In the past, a number of Northwestern students stood in solidarity with both these protests and the protests at Princeton University by having their own protest here at Northwestern.
"PC culture is the exact thing which is bringing those situations to light," said Weinberg sophomore Max Rowe."One of its primary goals is to show us that racism still exists, sexism still exists."
As a stand against racism, protestors at Princeton called for a statue of Woodrow Wilson to be removed, citing his racist legacy.
Others disagree with Rowe, saying protests like the one at Princeton add to the problem.
"I don't think you should give ignorant people excuses to feel victimized," said Weinberg freshman Edmund Bannister on removing historical statues. "It gives fuel for people like Donald Trump who want to say that somehow American culture is being attacked."
On the other side of the generational gap – and the classroom – professors have to decide how they want to deal when communicating with their students about political correctness.
"I feel awkward giving credence or moment to the debate on political correctness because I think it's being used by the political right to make a point," said Medill Professor Jack Doppelt. "It's now a part of the crass political presidential debate rhetoric."
Doppelt said that students are still willing to cover contentious issues but are very aware of potential reactions.
"I do see students and myself, in our willingness to cover politically sensitive topics, thinking twice about how we say things and what we say," Doppelt said.
Those disagreeing with the politically correct movement say that it has gone too far. Comedians like Chris Rock won't come to college campuses because they say kids can't take a joke these days.
Comedian Amy Schumer tweets, griping about PC culture.
Put down your torches before reading this so you don't catch on fire.pic.twitter.com/JyRQGvFuX8
— Amy Schumer (@amyschumer) June 28, 2015
Still, Professor Jack Doppelt, who has been at Northwestern for 29 years, praised the University on how it has dealt with the recent wave of politically correct culture.
"I think Northwestern has really seemed to have walked a very constructive, positive line," Doppelt said, "between not having speech codes, having people generally respect one another, having things not hit the fan and still having plenty of visceral disagreements that people have that they're dealing with and finding ways to talk about without offending other people."


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Just call these dolls "too hot for the toy store"
Romance Novel Barbie, with Ken as "The Raider"
Grease "Cha Cha" Barbie
Lounge Kitty Barbie
"If I Could Turn Back Time" Cher
Little Red Riding Hood Barbie (With Big Bad Wolf)
Just call these dolls "too hot for the toy store"
Romance Novel Barbie, with Ken as "The Raider"
Grease "Cha Cha" Barbie
Lounge Kitty Barbie
"If I Could Turn Back Time" Cher
Little Red Riding Hood Barbie (With Big Bad Wolf)
I was not a huge reader of Playgirl Magazine, the companion periodical to Playboy that catered to (in theory) the needs of the fairer sex to look at porn.
One issue — I just bought one issue, when I was sixteen, it felt like the thing to do. Kept it under my bed, natch. Didn't do a lot for me, but it felt "wrong" and dangerous, so it satisfied my need for "rebellion."
The print edition of Playgirl is finally shutting its doors — and will exist online-only. Its Jan/Feb 2009 issue — out in November — will be its last in paper.
Is print pornography "dead"?
Is it easier to clean out the history on your browser than hide a stack of nudie magazines in your closet?
How about the convenient "hands-free slideshow" feature of many porn sites?
And finally — video.
And can the relatively tame material from a Playgirl or Playboy compete with the extremity out there in teh porn Internets?
Anyway, so long Playgirl nudie magazine for women (and certain men). You brought me a memory there in my teenage years, and convinced me that I had an inalienable right to possess pornography on par with any man. Best of luck to you.
Husband and wife team Francisco and Casilda Figueiredo are keeping the home (and kiln) fires burning on the fading Portuguese art of crafting ornamental ceramic penises. Their handicrafts range from two-foot penis-shaped bottles to mugs and soccer figurines, and they sell the items as souvenirs and to local stores. Back in the day, however, they exported worldwide and sold upwards of 1,000 ceramic penises a month.
The craft of making ceramic penises in Portugal allegedly originated in the mid-1800s, when King Dom Luis suggested that the local artisans create something a bit more unusual and provocative to sell. But nowadays, with a far more liberal and jaded public, ceramic penis bottles and mugs are becoming far less shocking — and thus less popular.
Despite the reduced demand, the Figueiredos still toil in their little village workshop, offering ceramic penis bottles for 15 euros a piece.
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Sex in space: The final frontier.
Space.com takes a look at the subject of sexual intercourse in space — how likely it is to happen among crew members isolated in the atmosphere for months at a time, how they would do it, and the inadvisability of getting pregnant in zero gravity.
Firstly: can we reasonably expect a crew to not have sex with each other after being stuck on a three-year mission to one of Jupiter's moons? Should those crews all be of the same gender? And if they are all of the same gender — can we reasonably expect them not to have sex with each other after being stuck on a three-year mission to one of Jupiter's moons?
Secondly: the standard missionary position would not seem to be ideal for the zero gravity shag. A whole new kama sutra might have to be invented for intergalactic sex. Complete with "torso straps" to keep those bodies together. (However, those adventurous "sex swing" types who like being suspended from trapezes and chandeliers might benefit).
And finally: pregnancy is a no-no in zero grav. Unless you can get the fetuses to wear little moon boots. So will women have to be temporarily sterilized before being cleared for space travel? Or will our astronauts work on simply an honor system? And can they? See, we are back to the first point.
The lovable nymphomaniac who never catches any major sexually-transmitted diseases is a staple of the television sitcom. Here are ten.
10. Gomez and Morticia Addams, "The Addams Family"
This amorous duo apparently haven't let domestic life put a damper on their sex life, as they can't keep their hands off of each other. Bonus: kinky hardware in the family room!
9. Kelly Bundy, "Married With Children"
Ah, what's more a topic for hilarious situation comedy than a teenage girl indiscriminatingly sleeping around with boys that are no good for her? Though she did have a steady beau, of sorts (played by David Boreanaz).
8. Dan Fielding, "Night Court"
Dan was a sex-obsessed prosecutor who made the life of fellow attorney Christine Sullivan miserable (was there no sexual harassment rules in Judge Harry's court?).
7. Chef, "South Park"
Chef was a trusted father-figure to the boys at South Park, as well as having one of the best Salty Balls recipes in town and sleeping with Cartman's mom (who deserves her own place on our list).
6. Charlie Harper, "Two and A Half Men"
Will that scamp Charlie ever settle down? Will he ever realize just what a great woman he has in Rose? Will he ever get tested for STDs? Or was that an episode already?
5. Blanche Devereaux, "Golden Girls"
Saucy Blanche considered her advancing age a mere hiccup in her plan to bed half the eligible men in Miami.
4. Larry Dallas, "Three's Company"
Larry was a used car salesman who used the same pitches to sell old Dodges that he utilized to pick up chicks. Somehow always managed to find nymphomaniac ex-gymnast Swedish twins who were stewardesses to sleep with.
3. Barney Stinson, "How I Met Your Mother"
Originator of the Hot/Crazy graph for assessing chicks, which won him special mention at the last Nobel Awards ceremony.
2. Glenn Quagmire, "Family Guy"
1. The Fonz, "Happy Days"
Our winner for biggest TV Sitcom Sex Maniac would have to be Arthur Herbert Fonzarelli, whose sexual escapades were legendary — though mostly implied. As a child, I just thought he had a lot of friends who were girls and whose phone numbers he kept on the restroom wall.
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When it comes to food preparation, using some good ol' fashioned elbow grease can save you some money. "Anything you slice, dice and is already prepped for you is going to cost extra at the grocery store," says Perry. Instead of buying prepackaged lettuce or baby carrots, chop them yourself. The extra time invested can save you hundreds of dollars a year. "We calculated that if you buy a head of lettuce a week versus buying the bagged lettuce, you can save $73 dollars a year," says Perry. While that might not sound like a lot, doing this with all kinds of produce can really add up.
You can also save money - and add flavor - by buying fresh herbs rather than dried ones. "Sometimes, fresh herbs can save you money, especially the more delicate ones like cilantro, basil... and parsley and chives," says Perry. Dried versions of these herbs can go stale fairly quickly, so by buying them fresh, portioning them out and freezing any leftovers, you can save money long term.
When it comes to loose produce, keep in mind that buying in bulk - that means bags of potatoes, onions, peppers, apples, etc. - is cheaper than picking out those items individually. "We found a five pound bag [of potatoes] for $2.99, and then we found the same potatoes for 99 cents a pound," says Perry.
Sometimes buying in bulk isn't practical, though. If you have a small family, or your kids are grown and off at college, consider buying small portions of produce at your grocery store's salad bar. This works, too, for ingredients you don't use on a regular basis. By buying only what you'll use, you'll avoid having bulk buys spoil.
You can also try making your own salad dressing. "It's oil, vinegar and mustard. If you like it creamy, throw in a dollop of mayonnaise," says Perry. "It saves you three to five dollars a bottle."
For more money saving grocery tips, visit www.ShopSmartMag.org.
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