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- Two complimentary meals per tour group, with 20 person minimum
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Ex-Sarasota mortgage banker likely will get less than 5 years
A day after being indicted on bank fraud charges, former Sarasota mortgage banker Scott J. Schuhriemen pleaded guilty to conspiring to make false statements to a federally insured lender.
He was the 20th person to be indicted in the flipping fraud scheme masterminded by former Sarasota real estate agents R. Craig Adams and Rich Bobka.
The speed of Schuhriemen's plea decision undoubtedly was a testament to the sentences that have been doled out thus far in the case.
Two of three people who chose to go to trial -- George Cavallo and Joel Streinz -- received 10 years and five years, respectively. Bobka was hit with a 15-year sentence, but everyone else received three years or less. The more they cooperated with the government, the more mercy they received.
Because Schuhriemen was a relatively minor player in the decade-long conspiracy and has already pleaded, he is unlikely to get anywhere near the maximum sentence of five years and $250,000 in fines.
His Tampa attorney, Gary Roy Trombley, did not return a call seeking comment. If Schuhriemen, a former BB&T employee, agrees to help the government with its ongoing investigation, it could further soften his punishment.
At least one more arrest is expected in the case, according to comments made in court last month by Assistant U.S. Attorney Christopher Tuite.
Schuhriemen's role in the conspiracy, according to his plea agreement, was to help Bobka, Adams and their co-conspirators to get loans from BB&T based on false information.
In 2006 and 2007, Schuhriemen made at least 19 home-equity loans to Adams, Bobka and other members of the conspiracy. Only two of those loans are outlined in the plea agreement.
One was a $150,000 loan on a house at 927 Contento St. on Siesta Key that Adams bought in the name of his aunt, Norma Faye Pearce. The other deal was a $150,000 loan on a house at 7643 Cove Terrace in Sarasota that Adams bought in the name of his mother, Jocelyn.
In both cases, Adams forged the names of his relatives on the loan applications, and Schuhriemen notarized the fraudulent signatures, the plea agreement states.
From 1997 to 2008, Adams, Bobka and their associates completed more than 150 fraudulent real estate deals and borrowed more than $200 million from area banks using false information.
Schuhriemen is scheduled to appear in court Dec. 4 to enter his formal plea before U.S. Magistrate Thomas B. McCoun III.


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Defensive back opts to follow former Wofford defensive coordinator to the Mountaineers over hometown Terriers.
They parted on good terms.
Nate Woody left the Wofford football family after 22 coaching seasons, a dozen as defensive coordinator, to take the same job for a considerable raise at Appalachian State. Those back home in Spartanburg understood it was an opportunity that Woody felt he could not turn down.
"We still love Nate," said Jack Teachey, also a longtime coach for the Terriers and football brother who takes over the coordinator job at Wofford. "And Nate still loves us."
While that is true, there must also be a feeling that Woody stole something on the way out.
It was only weeks before last Wednesday's National Signing Day. Dorman High School defensive back Brandon Pinckney, a Shrine Bowl player and among the most highly regarded on the wish list, was all but signed, sealed and delivered.
Pinckney's parents are both Wofford graduates. That's where they met. Roy Pinckney was a wide receiver and Veronica a cheerleader. Their son had Terrier blood running through his veins. He had been to hundreds of games, watched the football team become a national power and envisioned himself wearing the black and gold.
But when Wednesday came, Pinckney signed with Appalachian State. His parents wore black and yellow instead of black and gold. He said the overwhelming factor in the decision was Woody.
"It was huge," Pinckney said. "I had a great relationship with Coach Woody when I thought I was going to Wofford. He told me that as soon as he got to App, he asked, 'Are you guys still recruiting Brandon Pinckney?' They said, 'Yes,' and he said, 'Good, because I think we need him.'
"When they gave me an offer, he was the first person to talk to me on the phone and come to see me. When I went up to visit App, he was there every step of the way, showing me around. I developed that comfort level with him at Wofford and it was still there at App. … He never talked bad about Wofford. He had nothing negative to say about Wofford."
Woody was just doing his job, his new job, and part of that is competing against the school at which he spent his playing and all his coaching days. He was not going to do any favors for the Terriers. He was not about to get up there to Boone, N.C., and tell them that Brandon Pinckney was a guy the Mountaineers didn't really want.
"Brandon grew up with the Wofford history and that environment," said Roy, who played for Wofford coach Mike Ayers in the early 1990s. "… Of course, part of me would love to see him wear black and gold. We all want what is best for our kids. Just because I went to Wofford doesn't mean Brandon is supposed to go there. He'll start his own legacy at App. I'm sure, deep down, Coach Ayers is proud of Brandon as well."
Pinckney, at first through his father, developed a deep respect for Ayers that increased even more during the recruiting process.
"I love Coach Ayers," Pinckney said. "When he came to my house, we arm wrestled. He joked that if he won, I had to come to Wofford. And he won."
"Roy is a Wofford short-haired dog and we would have loved to have gotten Brandon," Ayers said. "That was one we fought hard on. He's an excellent player. He's a quality young man. But it just didn't work out. ... We were battling App on one of the linebackers that we got. We'll call it a draw."
Ayers didn't talk about Woody even when asked, but Teachey said there were no hard feelings.
"App was recruiting Brandon before Coach Woody left," Teachey said. "Brandon had his reasons and God bless him. I wish we could have gotten him, but you can't get everybody. We wish him well. And when we play, we're going to get after him."
Pinckney said that when he made his decision, he felt it was courteous thing to call all the other schools, including Furman and couple of others in the Southern Conference, to tell them he was going to Appalachian State.
He did not call Ayers. Instead, Pinckney talked to cornerbacks coach ShaDon Brown.
"I don't think I could have told Coach Ayers," Pinckney said. "I just don't think I could have done that, man."


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Lincoln's Power Play Tops Stampede In Game 3
LINCOLN, NE -- The Lincoln Stars went 3-for-8 on the power play and surged past the Sioux Falls Stampede 4-1 Friday night at the Ice Box. The Stars lead the best-of-five series 2 games to 1, meaning the Stampede must win Saturday night to keep their record setting season alive.
Sioux Falls finished the night with 51 penalty minutes on 12 penalties while Lincoln had just eight minutes on four penalties.
Zeb Knutson scored the lone goal for the Herd who finished 0-for-2 on the power play. Charlie Lindgren turned aside 35 shots in goal for Sioux Falls who have only lost three straight games one time this season.
The Stampede were hoping to come out with the same energy and fire they did on Wednesday, but it was the Stars who came out flying, rattling off 19 shots in the first period. Vinni Lettieri would give the Stars the first goal of the game when he scored off a rebound at 8:23 to make it a 1-0 game. The game would be delayed halfway through period when Peter Hand's clearing attempt, shattered the glass causing a slight delay. Both teams came back and exchanged a scoring chance, but the Stars took a 1-0 lead into the locker room, outshooting the Herd 19-7.
The Herd came out with a lot of energy in the second and got on the board 2:34 in when Zeb Knutson took a pass off a face-off win from Dennis Kravchenko and wristed the puck past the right pad of Lincoln netminder Michael Bitzer to tie the game, 1-1. The game didn't stay tied for long however, as the Stars regained the lead 2:02 later on a goal from Zachary Ashton-Reese. Mike McKee dumped the puck into the Stampede and zone and it bounced off the back wall and bounced to Ashton-Reese who hammered the puck past the stick side of Charlie Lindgren to make it a 2-1 game. Despite the goal, the Stampede continued to apply heavy pressure on the Stars, but couldn't get the equalizer as the Stars took the one goal lead into the locker room. Sioux Falls outshot the Stars 13-6 in the period.
In the third, the Stars tallied their second powerplay goal of the night at 7:25 on a goal from Zachary Aston-Reese to give Lincoln a 3-1 advantage. Any chance of a comeback was taken away when the Stampede were flagged for multiple penalties down the stretch. At 14:29, Peter Hand received a penalty for head contact as well as a major for head butting, giving the Stars a power play for the rest of the game. Seconds later, Dennis Kravchenko was given a 10 minute unsportsmanlike misconduct which was followed by a tripping call on Sam Rothstein. It all led to another powerplay goal for Lincoln as Eric Schied's wrister from the slot squeaked through the pads of Lindgren at 15:45 to give the Stars a 4-1 lead.
Lincoln outshot the Stampede 39-33 on the night and won at home against the Stampede for the first time since opening night in September.
Game 4 of the series takes place Saturday at the Ice Box. Game time is 7:05 PM.
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Since the nun's full ordination made it to China and not to Tibet, that makes sense. Nuns are the backbone of the women's tradition within Buddhism. Almost all the Tibetan yoginis we have heard of had to stay away from marriage, or leave marriage situation, to be able to practice seriously... whether nuns or not. However, one hears in the oral tradition of the wives of male lamas who gain great realization, so presumably there are a lot of Tibetan hidden yoginis who have gained some realization within family life, too.JKhedrup wrote:I agree from a philosophical and practical standpoint. Many women have and will continue to generate great realization through the path of tantra. But from an institutional standpoint, Taiwanese Buddhism is the place where women are truly the major force and key decision makers, the nuns holding all sorts of different leadership roles. Taiwan is the one country in the Buddhist world where I think nuns have more advantages than monks in terms of education and leadership opportunities in the Buddhist community, especially in the sangha.
You can see I care more about realization than institutional power, otherwise I'd be mentioning the handful of women who had institutional religious power in old Tibet.


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History of Japanese Education Translation Series
Supported by the Center for Research on Japanese Educational History, this translation series has to date produced three translations of works by Japanese scholars in the field of history of Japanese education. All volumes are available in free PDF files.
History of Japanese Education, Volume 1 (1999) (PDF)
Umihara Tōru, "Yoshida Shōin and Shōka Sonjuku: The True Spirit of Education"
Translated by Charles Andrews
Volume 1 is an original article by Kyoto University Professor Emeritus Umihara Tōru titled "Yoshida Shōin and Shōka Sonjuku: The True Spirit of Education," translated by Indiana University graduate student Charles Andrews. In this article Professor Umihara analyzes the well-known activist's views on education.
History of Japanese Education, Volume 2 (2000) (PDF)
Aizawa Seishisai, "Preprandial Chat"
Translated by Todd Munson
Volume 2 is a translation of late Tokugawa scholar Aizawa Seishisai's essay, "Taishoku kanwa," translated as "Preprandial Chat" by Todd Munson, also an Indiana University graduate student. Originally written in 1841, this essay was an attempt to make some of Aizawa's more difficult concepts comprehensible to beginning students and the unlettered.
History of Japanese Education, Volume 3 (2008) (PDF)
"New Materials for the Study of Literacy in History: Report of the Indiana Conference on Literacy in Japanese History"
Volume 3, the proceedings of a 2006 international conference on literacy in Japan, consists of essays by seven of Japan's most notable scholars of educational history who focus on issues related to the history of literacy.
Table of Contents:
- Introduction (Richard Rubinger)
- Written Characters in Ancient Japan: The Use of Kanji for National Unification (Suzuki Rie)
- The Development of Buddhism and Literacy in Japan (Ohto Yasuhiro)
- The Ability to Sign by Farmers of the Ōmi Region from the Fourteenth to the Early Seventeenth Century (Umemura Kayo)
- The Calculation of Literacy Rates Using Ninbetsuchō with a Focus on Kaō (Kimura Masanobu)
- Ōraimono in Women's Literacy and Education in the Edo Period (Amano Haruko)
- How Children Learned to Read and Write in Eighteenth- and Nineteenth-Century Japan (Ohta Motoko)
- Report on Surveys of Literacy Rates in Meiji Japan (Yakuwa Tomohiro)


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Name: Jamie Michelle Hunter
Birthday: April 23rd
Location: Menifee, CA., USA
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Height: 5'6
Weight: 105
Measurements: 30C, 24, 28
Ethnicity: Cherokee Indian, French, Dutch
Turn-ons: Positivity
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Is "Name" your real name or model name?
My real name.
Where are you from? And, are you currently living there? If not, where are you currently living?
I was born in California, but lived in Idaho for seven years and Kentucky for about a year. Now back in California for the past 11 years.
Does your personality match your Zodiac sign? Describe.
Yes, I'm a Taurus. I'm very stubborn.
How long have you been modeling?
For approx. 10 years, off and on.
What would you say are your strengths as a model? (ex. body, eyes, smile, certain poses and emotions...)
I would say passion, my eyes, as well as being very down to earth; drama free and easy to work with.
Do you have any birthmarks, scars or tattoos? Please state "what", "where", "how noticeable?"
I have a scribbled heart on my left wrist, a shooting star and a little star cluster on my right wrist.
Describe yourself in 3 words or statements.
Lovable, ambitious, and hardworking.
What is your best beauty secret?
Cucumber my eyes, always over moisturize and never go without mascara and lipgloss.
What do you look for in a guy? What would he have to do to get your attention and to keep you interested?
Someone who is respectful, confident, modest, intelligent, and patient.
What gets you in the mood? What are some of your turn-ons?
Kissing is a huge turn on.
How do you feel about pick-up lines? What was the best line that was used on you? Did it work?
I think they're funny because guys try them instead of being themselves. It's cute. I don't know, there has been too many to remember. There is always the classic, "I lost my number, can I have yours?" Or "Do you know karate? 'Cause your body is really kickin'." They didn't work.
So what is the weirdest thing that has ever happened to you on a date? How did the rest of the night go?
Just bad conversation. Only one date did I want to leave. Other than that, I really haven't had anything too weird. I guess I've been lucky.
On a scale of 1 to 10, how wild are you in the bedroom?
Like a 3. I'm not that wild.
What do you wear to bed?
A t-shirt and panties. Sometimes socks. :)
What item of clothing or accessory makes you feel the sexiest?
Definitely my lingerie.
Have you posed in the nude? If so, how did it make you feel?
Yes I have. I honestly didn't mind it I'm very comfortable with my body and the people I was working with were very professional.
Where can we see you? (ex. shows, TV, magazines, etc)
The Millionaire Matchmaker on Bravo TV
Playboy TV
Playboy lingerie Feb/ Mar 2011
Playboy Radio
And on YouTube
What is your dream car? What modifications/upgrades would you make, and why?
I believe it's a '63 or '64 (sorry if I'm wrong guys) black Impala with suicide doors. It's a G-ride.
Do you have many traffic violations? Any stories you'd like to share with us?
I have so many, I almost lost my Iicense. I had two speeding tickets, running a stop sign, running a red light and the DMV sent me a letter stating I'm one of California's worst drivers.
With any 'spotlight' type of job, you are looked upon as a role model. What advice would you give out to aspiring models?
I would say never give up in persuing your dream and always love yourself.
Words to live by?
"Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world."
- Marilyn Monroe
Any shout-outs or last words?
Love yas!! Kisses!


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Natalie Grant - NATALIE GRANT'S 'HURRICANE' BECOMES THE NO. 1 MOST ADDED SONG ON THE CHARTS
June 11, 2013
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Natalie Grant, five time GMA "Female Artist of the Year," released her newest single, "Hurricane," on Curb Records in anticipation of her next album coming this fall.
Launched on May 3, the single is the No. 1 "most added" song throughout Billboard and media charts, according to MorningStar PR.
"Hurricane" is Grant's fastest rising single in her career, and within the first few hours of its release it reached No. 1 on the Top Christian Songs Chart on iTunes.
Natalie performed the song at the K-LOVE fan awards this past weekend at the Ryman Auditorium in Tennessee, where she was nominated for "Female Artist of the Year."
"It's been awhile since I've put out new music, and I couldn't be more excited for my new song "Hurricane" to be released. I pray it'll be a reminder that no matter how rough the situation, we are never alone. There's Hope in every storm," she said in a release.
According to a press release, Grant has the highest connectivity ratio with her fans on Facebook and Twitter among Christian artists played on the radio.
She has 285,000 Likes on Facebook and 163,000 Followers on Twitter.
Grant became one of the top Christian artists after her 2005 release, Awaken. The album was certified Gold and she won four straight "Female Artists of the Year" from 2006-2009, and another win in 2012.
She is one of the most successful crossover Christian artists in the mainstream as well.
Aside from creating music, Grant is a big advocate for the victims of human trafficking. In 2005, she founded Abolition International, an organization that provides aftercare for victims.
"Hurricane" is available on iTunes.


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The loss of catcher Caleb Joseph, who signed at the end of last season with the Baltimore Orioles, has left an offensive gap for the Bisons.
"Allen has taken on being the team leader more," said Lipscomb coach Jeff Forehand. "I think he has wanted that and he earned it from his play last season. He wants to be the guy everyone turns to when the chips are down.
"It is going to be very difficult to replace 17 home runs and the batter who was kind of the backbone of the order."
Bolden hit his first home run of the season and also added a single as he drove in two of the Bisons run Saturday afternoon in a 13-3 loss at Georgia Tech.
Also getting two hits for the second game in a row was first baseman Justin Sanders. He had one double, giving him two for the season.
"Justin had a great fall," said Forehand. "In the early spring he was swinging the bat pretty good. He is going to be one of our best hitters this season.
"Allen and Justin will hopefully take on that middle role."
Second baseman Andrew Nickerson also had two hits for the Bisons, including one double.
Brandon McClurg, a right-hander, started for the Bisons. He pitched three innings, allowing four hits and seven runs. Only two of the runs were earned.
Three Bisons were used in a relief role. Charles Williams gave up three hits and two runs, both earned, in one inning. Jerry Young struck out three, but scatted four hits and allowed four runs, all earned. Martin Grude pitched the final inning and did not give up a hit or a run.
Right-hander Josh Smith is expected to start Sunday's game against Georgia Tech. Game time at Russ Chandler Stadium is 1 p.m.
Forehand stresses this is team that is still trying to find its own identity with the weight of trying to repeat as Atlantic Sun Champions. He expected that his team could have some struggles early, especially based on the schedule.
"Last year's team was a veteran and experienced team from the outside in," said Forehand. "This year's team is still experienced. We have some guys who have waited their turn and have been around the block last year getting their feet wet in the conference tournament and the NCAA playoffs. We have a big freshman class that is not prepared for all of that.
"We want to play the best and put ourselves out there to get ourselves prepared again to do what last year's team did. You can't do that with a team that is coming in somewhat inexperienced unless you throw them out there against teams that are hopefully better than the ones we are going to see on weekends in the conference."
Sunday's game can be heard at www.wrek.org. Live stats for the game will be available at Lipscombsports.com and at Ramblinwreck.com.


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Nice visualisation of XKCD Time: xkcd.aubronwood.com #bookmark #xkcd
9775 #steps yesterday
Josh Emerson yep, functions perfectly now — nice work :)
Laurent Eschenauer thanks for the heads-up, on closer inspection it looks like the problem is on your end — the URL in the
with attribute of the action element has that quote at the end
Jovian Salak thanks :) If anything it means I'm more likely to get work when I get back — people are starting to find me, which can only be a good thing.
Tantek Çelik side note: nice to see that they list attendee's URLs instead of twitter names :)
I hadn't checked my mentions for a few days, then I get this from Laurent Eschenauer and find that I've had pingbacks from some other people too! All of whom have chosen to mention me on their own domain. I am honoured. This stuff works :) #indieweb
Holed myself into my bedroom, now trying to watch spirited away on my iPad, surrounded by gurdies, half finished guitars and lutherie equipment. Eating cake and listening to Oscar flute in the other room.
#watching Spirited Away on film4
Is it a hallmark of Ghibli films that I don't remember the actual storyline, just small, nonsensical plot details — I.E. exactly the opposite of how remembering is supposed to work?
Laurent Eschenauer I love #lynx — I use it every time I'm thinking about performance, to remind me just how much slowness is down to all that decoration and fancyness :) And also to see just how crappily marked up modern "web apps" often are ahem facebook ahem
.Josh Emerson's stateless icon/progress loader on kylebean.co.uk is one of the most beautiful bits of design I've seen in a long time. Heads up: the back button does not work in Safari 5.1
The more interwoven the relationship between the appearance and the manufacturing process is, the more honest the material.
Too right. I love the way @kevingoldman advocates the use of movement, state and microcopy for emotive design on the web.
Offered without comment: Old People Wearing Vegetation #bookmark #photography #surrealism
sophiedennis I love that, it sums up all the other codes in a single line :) but just in case you ever do need to write a full one with minimum hassle, the indiewebcamp one is CC0 and therefore highly copyable :)
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cssquirrel even the if/else is redundant ;)
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Sir: I want to thank you for putting "Old Ty" and me out there for everybody to see [Aug. 8]; and my deep gratitude for the thought and research that went into the article.
I say this in spite of your cursory, patronizing attitude concerning the political beliefs I espouse. The silent majority of the people in our nation are beginning to vote the way I think and to resent the "care from cradle to grave" philosophy which your articulate liberal-left minority are smugly taking for granted as a way to political power in this country.
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And this is as far as I am caught up...
Deep within secure Republic territory, Coruscant is the most important planet in the galaxy. As the Clone Wars continue, the public has begun to understand the consequences of the ongoing war. But under the leadership of Supreme Chancellor Palpatine, billions of loyalists still believe the Republic will prevail in the Clone Wars.
However, former Peace Officer Rykrof Enloe, who has begun to lose faith in the Republic, is all too aware that there are dangers beyond the threat of the Separatists.
Having recently survived a deadly assault on Rhen Var, Rykrof's attention has recently focused on an old enemy.
Barely mentioned by the media, Lotar Prison Facility in the Outer Rim has become overrun by a local rebellion loyal to Count Dooku...
...and images have surfaced of several notorious criminals escaping. Among the convicts to evade recapture are Troffar the Terrible, a ruthless assailant with close ties to the Badoo Corba organization.
After reviewing the holonet of the disaster at the prison facility, Rykrof is approached by a longtime friend, Tylin Gere.
"Tylin, I take you seen this about the Badoo Corba who escaped from Lotar?" Rykrof asks as he turns around to face his friend.
"The prison break? Of course I heard about it. But I have military priorities to address before I have time to brief on a police matter," Tylin says.
"But you're in charge of security for Palpatine's public appearances. I suggest the Supreme Chancellor halt all public appearances for the time being. The Badoo Corba are up to something," he insists.
"Why would he listen to you?" Tylin laughs. "Even the Jedi Council asked him to push some appearances back. But he won't listen. He says that he's safe and so are the people of Coruscant. And you know what; he's probably right!"
"We might be safe from a full scale military attack, but we're in no way prepared for a terrorist strike. The Badoo Corba are more dangerous than you realize," Rykrof says coldly.
Meanwhile, two of the greatest of all Jedi contemplate recent events in the war.
"Terrible news Master Mundi reported in session today regarding Rhen Var. If Dooku discovers the secrets of this planet, great consequences will we face," Master Yoda laments.
"It seems as though Master Mundi was set up for failure," Master Windu replies. "The addition of Commander Rykrof Enloe was not nearly enough to assist the outpost there. If we are to win this war, Supreme Chancellor Palpatine must grant us the resources we need."
"Take back the Rhen Var system we must," Master Yoda says firmly. "But to discover the secrets of the Ancients, take Dooku some time it will. For now, other matters must we discuss."
Meanwhile, a small civilian transport enters the Coruscant system unabated...
...but the fugitive on board is much more dangerous that the average traveler.
After landing, the passenger enters a dark chamber hidden in the Pojer District; one of the most dangerous locations on the entire planet.
Within ancient duracrete walls the leader of the Badoo Corba, Trigg Fuuda, contacts the charismatic leader of the Confederacy, Count Dooku. Hoping to forge a new alliance with the Separatists; Trigg once considered himself a key ally to the Confederacy prior to the outbreak of the Clone Wars on Geonosis.
"Trigg, you are slobbering a fool," Dooku says sternly to the Badoo Corba leader. "I should have destroyed you when I had the chance."
"What?" Trigg hisses. "I come to you to forge a new alliance! You should be pleased to hear from me! I have a proposal that will interest you! Troffar has returned!"
"You are a terrorist. There is no longer a purpose for your kind. Nothing you can offer will interest me. And remember, you have failed me in the past... consider this a final warning to stay out of Separatist affairs," Dooku says coldly.
Continuing before Trigg can reply, Dooku finishes the transmission.
"Therefore there will never be a place for you in the Confederacy," he continues. "You will stay out of all military engagements or you will suffer severe consequences."
"Damn him," Trigg fumes to his ally, Troffar the Terrible.
"What did you expect?" Troffar retorts. "Dooku and Palpatine are both our enemies now. Let the Republic and Confederacy tear themselves apart in this war. Then we will slaughter the survivors and forever be free of tyrants!"
"I already told you Trigg that Dooku could not be trusted," Zeedo Chissis mentions. "He betrayed us on Abridon and would do it to us again. Instead we should persuade Black Sun to join our cause. Prince Xizor left the Confederacy some time ago. Form an alliance with them!"
"Besides, Black Sun credits are good in both the Confederacy and the Republic," he jokes in an evil laugh.
"No!" Trigg erupts. "This has never been about credits. And we will carry out the planned attack on schedule. Once Dooku realizes what we are capable of, everything will change. It is the only way!"
The next evening, a group of Republic officials anxiously await an opportunity to see Supreme Chancellor Palpatine as he is escorted to the Galaxies Opera House on Coruscant; a favorite pastime of the Supreme Chancellor.
Soon the Supreme Chancellor emerges, escorted by a light contingency of clone troopers.
The guards assigned to protect the leader of the Senate are amongst the finest Kamino has to offer; constantly on alert for any potential assassination attempts on Chancellor Palpatine.
"Wait a minute," young Jedi Anakin Skywalker says to himself as the escort approaches. "I sense something... something's wrong here..."
Suddenly a thunderous explosion engulfs the light escort craft!
Amazingly, the Supreme Chancellor is unharmed in the inferno.
"Chancellor!" Anakin yells in panic as he offers the Chancellor his hand. "Are you alright? Are you hurt?"
"Anakin my boy, I'm quite fine," Palpatine says with a comforting smile.
"This must be the work of the Separatists," the Chancellor announces spitefully as Tylin Gere secures the area.
Although he is the senior officer present in charge of security, Tylin is relieved to see a Jedi offering support in the situation.
"Maybe it was Dooku, or terrorists or a political opponent," Tylin says, taking charge. "But now is not the time for an investigation; right now we need to get to you a secure location."
"Yes of course," Palpatine agrees.
Soon, Trigg Fuuda speaks with Count Dooku again, this time at the Count's request.
"You surprised me today Trigg," Dooku reveals with a smile. "I was unaware that you had the resources to get so close to the Chancellor. And from the reports I read, the Chancellor was only inches away from being killed."
"Thank you, my Lord," Trigg hisses with a new found sense of confidence.
Trigg is then instructed to meet with an associate of Dooku's in the bowels of an abandoned facility nearby in order to join the Confederacy.
"But you must come alone," Dooku tells him. "Only then will you be taken care of and properly treated for your actions today."
Following Count Dooku's instructions, the leader of the Badoo Corba soon enters the abandoned facility he was instructed to locate...
Once inside he is confronted by a menacing cyborg.
"This way. Lord Sidious has been expecting you," a cold mechanical voice says.
Darth Sidious
?" Trigg thinks to himself. Now is he not only in Dooku's favor, but he has the opportunity to meet the mysterious Sith Lord himself!
For years Trigg has yearned for something more; to be greater than the leader of a band of terrorists. Now, standing shoulder to shoulder with the Confederacy, he will become more powerful than he had ever imagined.
Deep within the chamber, Trigg soon encounters a shrouded being standing in the darkness...
"Welcome, Trigg Fuuda of the Badoo Corba," an evil voice says. "Your actions today have caught the eyes of the entire galaxy. Most importantly,
Suddenly, an overwhelming fear consumes Trigg Fuuda; realizing he unwittingly set the stage for his own demise.
"But your painful end will be witnessed by only me!"
Beams of dark energy emit from the Dark Lord's fingertips, penetrating the very soul of the terrorist leader.
Like an Arkanian jellyfish out of water, Trigg's body spasms on the dank floor as the dark powers destroy his very essence.
Even as he begins to lose consciousness, everything becomes clear to Trigg for the first time since his ambitions for power hatched years ago. Not only has he been betrayed by Dooku, but the Sith have penetrated the highest levels of government in the Republic. Knowing what he discovers in death, he is thankful that he will not be alive to bear witness to the aftermath that will be the result of the Clone Wars.
"What a foul stench this mindless fool has," Dooku says as he glances at the smoldering corpse of Trigg Fuuda.
"Lord Tyrannus, you did well luring him here. Now, see to it that this stunted slime is disposed of," Darth Sidious says.
"Use the sewers below so that the body is never found. The Cthons will finish what is left of him."
The following morning, Supreme Chancellor Palpatine calls for a special session of the Galactic Senate to be broadcast throughout the Republic.
"Thanks to our clone intelligence, the terrorist threat on Coruscant has been eliminated," he explains above overwhelming support in the Senate Hall.
"Regretfully, the leader of the Badoo Corba, Trigg Fuuda was killed while resisting arrest. But this shall be an example to both the terrorists and the Separatists that such strikes against civilian, political or military targets will not be tolerated for as long as I am in office!"
Upon hearing the breaking news, the remaining leaders of the Badoo Corba discuss the fate of their fallen leader.
"This is a devastating loss, but we will recover and emerge stronger under new leadership," Zeedo Chissis declares.
"Yes, and with the public satisfied that we no longer present a threat and the military focusing on the war, we will be able to move forward with our plans in secrecy. I will contact Mubaas on our hidden base on Dathomir."
Later that afternoon, Rykrof is approached by Governor Tarkin after a military briefing.
"Commander Enloe," the Governor says sternly. "I have good news for you. We have just intercepted a message tracing a terror cell of the Badoo Corba to the Dathomir system."
"We want them eliminated," he continues. You are free to use any means necessary but we do not want the public to be aware of this mission. This means your Wookiee companion may not accompany you."
"Fine. How much time do I have to get a team assembled?" Rykrof asks.
"I will brief you at 1800 hours, after that you are free to assemble a squad," the Governor says. Your shuttles will depart tomorrow at 0600 hours. And once you complete your mission, you have my personal guarantee that you will be granted the leave of absence you have already requested."
As he prepares to hand pick a platoon of clone troopers, Rykrof hears his name being called by Anakin Skywalker.
"What is it, my Jedi friend?" Rykrof asks.
"I was there when the Chancellor was attacked," Anakin says. "I have already requested to go on this mission with you but am being forced to engage in battle on the front lines. May the Force be with you in your search for the monsters responsible for this attack."
Later, Rykrof and Ralbarr are approached by an old friend, Finis Valorum. Breaking a direct order, Rykrof informs Valorum of his conversation with Governor Tarkin.
"Something's not right here," Valorum warns.
"I agree, and for some reason Ralbarr is restricted from going on this mission," Rykrof says.
"I tell you, something else is out of place," Valorum insists. "Trigg Fuuda was caught much too quickly, and they haven't revealed any details regarding how they found him or where his body is."
"And you should be concerned that they won't allow non-humans to participate in many military engagements lately. They should be letting Ralbarr accompany you on this mission. Watch your back, Rykrof. Be prepared for anything."
Finis Valorum then quickly walks away, as if afraid he might be seen by someone.
"Ralbarr, let's keep this conversation between us for now," Rykrof then says to his Wookiee friend.
That evening, thousands of clone troopers board Republic cruisers to travel to distant planets in the war.
As Rykrof prepares to depart with his small strike force, he bids farewell to his friends, not telling Tylin of his conversation with Finis Valorum.
But the words of the wise old man have awakened an old fear within Rykrof's very soul. A dark fear that began a decade earlier when his planet was invaded by the Trade Federation. And now the fear that forces of darkness will emerge victorious in this war.
Meanwhile, Darth Sidious meets once again with his apprentice.
"My lord, we have seen the end of Trigg Fuuda, and soon we will see the end of the Jedi," Darth Tyrannus says proudly. "Once the ultimate weapon is complete, no star system in the galaxy will defy us."
"Good... good," Darth Sidious says. "But the Badoo Corba are still a threat. For now we will allow for them to survive... as they may serve our purposes by eliminating a Republic officer I have come to suspect."
"I will not allow a respected military leader such Rykrof Enloe to begin to question his superiors. See to it that he meets his end on Dathomir. Have a fleet awaiting him once he reaches the system. If he somehow survives the fleet, surely the Badoo Corba will finish him and what is left of his strike force..."
"...and it will only be a matter of time before the powers hidden on Rhen Var are revealed," Darth Tyrannus adds.
"...yes my friend, the final days of the Jedi Order are approaching."
Last Edit: December 1, 2006, 12:41 AM by CHEWIE
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Re: TERROR REBORN - Rykrof Enloe # 12 Final Edition
Reply #1 on:
December 1, 2006, 06:59 PM »
I like the way Troffar appears here a lot better than the previous rendition; he looks more at home in this style of PN. Great work on the re-doing, but I still love the originals. I've been looking at your stuff on The Custom Alliance more and more recently.
I've also been lurking around YakFace for your updates.
Deanna Rash
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Re: TERROR REBORN - Rykrof Enloe # 12 Final Edition
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December 2, 2006, 12:52 AM »
Like watching a movie!
Just needs music ;)Amazing Chewie!!
Last Edit: December 2, 2006, 10:28 AM by Deanna Rash
The ablity to speak does not make you intelligent - now get out of here!
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Re: TERROR REBORN - Rykrof Enloe # 12 Final Edition
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December 2, 2006, 01:36 PM »
i like the way you have redone a lot of these characters. i cant wait to see mubaas, he looks interesting from what ive seen in your pics on thecustomalliance.
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Re: TERROR REBORN - Rykrof Enloe # 12 Final Edition
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December 2, 2006, 10:28 PM »
Hey CHEWIE.
I haven't responded to your photonovels in quite some time, but I just wanted to say that these remakes are simply amazing compared to your old stories(Not to say that those were bad). I really enjoyed Siege on Rhen Var, and I can't wait until the next story. Keep up the good work.
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Re: TERROR REBORN - Rykrof Enloe # 12 Final Edition
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December 7, 2006, 12:56 PM »
personally i can't wait to see what Rykof does during order 66. but other than that this was a great edition to the continuing saga. but one question: is this year two or one of the clone wars? and i'm guessing this must be after Jabim since kenobi is m.i.a.
great update.....
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Re: TERROR REBORN - Rykrof Enloe # 12 Final Edition
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December 9, 2006, 12:48 AM »
Thanks guys, I didn't expect too much feedback since my recent absence here.
Jediknight760071 - thanks, I like Troffar better here too, it felt more "at home" for him like you said. Also just a few more redos, then I'll try to get to NEW stuff going. Thanks for checking my Yakupdates too, I have more time to post there than other places these days.
Deanna Rash - very nice compliment, thank you -eventually I do want to put these in WAV files with voices, music, sound effects.
Snaggletooth - thanks, and yeah it's a lot of redos, takes more patience on each one. Mubaas will be a lot of fun, and one hell of a character. Thanks for cecking out my stuff!
Greg - hey buddy, good to hear from you! I am actually embarassed of the older versions of these, so it's ok to make fun of them.
Depressis - Yeah, I can't wait to see what he does either!
Right now it's still year 1 in the war - not sure if it's before or after Jabiim - I think before at this point, perhaps Obi Wan was wandering around Coruscant without Anakin in the latest chapter.
Thanks again guys, I can't express enough how much I enjoy making these - but it's even more enjoyable to hear what you have to say.
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|2007-04-24, 07:52
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sola Voice Actor Appreciation & Discussion
The purpose of this thread is to discuss, critique and idolize the Voice Actor cast of sola. Please remember that the discussion should center on their performances as professional voice actors and not on the show content (which can be discussed in the various Episode threads). Please remember this simple rule when critiquing a VA's performance or reading another forum member's critique:
(Thanks to Catgirls for the above intro)
sola can certainly claim to be one of those series with a high-class voice actors' cast. We don't get to see everyday such a number of appreciated and long experienced seiyuus (Mamiko Noto, Nakahara Mai, Fujiwara Keiji, Shimizu Ai, Koshimizu Ami) appearing one near another on a 13 episodes series. A few small things that deserve to be pointed out:
Mamiko Noto as Shihou Matsuri
Okamoto Nobuhiko as Morimiya Yorito
Nakahara Mai as Morimiya Aono
Honda Youko as Ishizuki Mana
Shimizu Ai as Ishizuki Koyori
Fujiwara Keiji as Tsujidou Takeshi
Kaneda Tomoko as Kamikawa Mayuko
Koshimizu Ami as Sakura Sae
Ono Ryoko as Uehara Touko
Sayuri Yahagi as Mizuguchi Chisato
Credits to ANN for the above infos, whose are to be intended as Cast in..
Finally, here's a picture of the main cast. The quality is so so, but at least it gives the idea (by the way, if someone finds a bigger version, post it and I'll update).
Standing, from left to right: Ai Shimizu (Koyori) - Honda Youko (Mana) - Tomoko Kaneda (Mayuko) - Keiji Fujiwara (Takeshi)
Sitting, left to right: Mai Nakahara (Aono) - Nobuhiko Okamoto (Yorito) - Mamiko Noto (Matsuri)
|2007-04-24, 07:57
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Well, if there is something I love to point out, that Noto's role as Matsuri is quite a break from her previous roles, since as it has been said, she is usually type-casted as a soft girl in animes.
Nakahara also takes an interesting turn in sola as Aono, since most animes she have a role in will usually have her as a cheerful character (probably the Mai/Nagisa effect, that is to give positive energy to others), and here her character have the opposite effect.
|2007-04-24, 08:03
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Why are Nakahara and Shimizu always in anime together. Are they tied to the hip or something? And, yes, I've seen the Strawberry Panic ED video clip and that just made me more confused... about a lot of things.
The voice acting in this anime has been competent, but nothing special, and I'd say none of the seasoned veterans in this series (of which there are, obviously, a few) are putting out a career-best performance. They're each doing a fair job, but none of them is really shining. It is interesting to see Nakahara in a role vastly different from her staple, but it's not what I'd consider a terribly demanding role. She does bring her own little nuances to it, though.
|2007-04-24, 09:33
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One of the reasons I'm keeping such a close tab on Sola is Mamiko Noto and Nakahara Mai; as these two play two very important roles to the one upcoming anime series I hunger for above all else, which is KyoAni's CLANNAD (TV), I think of watching Sola as watching a preview on the performance ability of these two seiyuus.
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|2007-04-25, 21:01
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I do tend to be optimistic about things, but I see Mai's performance as quite promising. She is bringing some little twists, and I look forward to hearing what she does when the role becomes more prominent in the show. Ai is just doing her thing.
I am finding Noto Kawaii's performance pretty riveting, though. I'm not sure why. Maybe it's just that the role exposes the hypnotically beautiful aspect of her voice better than her other recent roles. I do think she's capturing a lovely interplay of innocence and experience, normalcy and weirdness. Perhaps that's the skill she's showing. Or maybe it's her real personality.
The seiyuu I'm most interested in, however, is Honda Youko, who plays Mana. Not because she's doing an especially remarkable job -- although she's doing very well, I think -- but because I liked her as the lead in Uta~Kata over two years ago, and she is only just now returning to any prominent roles. I think she had a middling role in Inukami, but not much else since fall '04. It sometimes seems that when young seiyuu get an early starring role, they are then relegated to minor roles or no roles for a while before they crawl back up, if they ever do. Is this true?
In Youko's case I sometimes think that the nickname Asano Masumi gave her -- "Yoda" -- is partly to blame. The nickname is supposedly based on Yoko Honda, but unfortunately she does look a tiny bit like Yoda from Star Wars.
There is another of my favorites in this show: Yahagi Sayuri, who plays a classmate. I think we've seen her once, rejecting the weird doll. It sounded to me as if she was treating this as a training session, as she did Akazukin, and squelching the uniqueness of her voice for the sake of being a dependable pro. Unlike Karin and Kyoushirou, where she let it all hang out.
I think we did hear Koshimizu Ami in this past episode, as a classmate, again showing her ability to make her voice sound any way she wants.
|2007-06-17, 08:59
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Join Date: Apr 2006
An interview with Nakahara Mai (Aono) and Noto Mamiko (Matsuri) on Sola. Not much new info, but it is nice to see the seiyuu on screen.
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For extensive control over image-making, in-camera RAW (DNG) image processing is available as well as HDR shooting capabilities. For expediting control over the most oft-used functions of the K-50, both the front and rear e-dials are customizable and can be programmed to control an array of exposure settings and camera functions. For creatively modifying imagery in-camera, a variety of filters, scene modes, and auto modes are available to enhance the look and feel of imagery prior to post-processing. In addition to the range of automatic camera settings, traditional manual shooting modes are also available, such as program, shutter-priority, aperture-priority, sensitivity-priority, and manual.
All of the K-50's technologies are housed within a polycarbonate-covered camera body that is supported by a stainless steel chassis. This body design is fully weather-sealed and protects the camera from moisture and dust as well as extreme temperatures from 14-104°. Additionally, the design of the camera allows the use of either the standard lithium-ion battery pack or four AA batteries as its power source when used in conjunction with the optional D-BH109 AA Battery Holder.
Included with the K-50 camera body is the smc Pentax-DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6AL WR lens, which provides a 35mm-equivalent focal length of 27.0-82.5mm, covering wide-angle to portrait-length perspectives to suit working in a wide variety of situations. The lens construction integrates aspherical elements to help minimize chromatic aberration as well as improve image sharpness. An SP (Super Protect) coating has been applied to elements to help repel dust, water, and grease and the lens body is constructed to the same weather-resistant standards as the K-50 for use in inclement conditions.
|Lens Mount
|Pentax K
|Camera Format
|APS-C / (1.5x Crop Factor)
Actual: 16.5 Megapixel
Effective: 16.3 Megapixel
|Max Resolution
|16 MP: 4928 x 3264
|Aspect Ratio
|Sensor Type / Size
|CMOS, 23.7 x 15.7 mm
|File Formats
Still Images: DNG, JPEG, RAW
Movies: MOV,
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|Dust Reduction System
|Memory Card Type
|Image Stabilization
|Focus Control
|Focus Type
|Auto & Manual Focus
|Focus Mode
|Continuous-Servo AF (C), Focus Lock AF Area Mode, Manual Focus (M), Single-servo AF (S)
|Autofocus Points
|Phase Detection: 11
|Viewfinder Type
|Viewfinder Coverage
|Viewfinder Magnification
|Approx. 0.92x
|Diopter Adjustment
|-2.5 to +1.5 m
|Display Screen
|3" Rear Screen LCD (921,000)
|Screen Coverage
|Exposure Control
|ISO Sensitivity
|Auto, 100 to 51200
Type: Electronic
Speed: 30 to 1/6000 Second
|Remote Control
|Remote Control F or O-RC1 (Optional)
|Metering Method
|Center-Weighted Average Metering, Multi-Zone Metering, Spot Metering
|Exposure Modes
Modes: Aperture Priority, Auto, Bulb, Manual, Movie, Program, Scene Modes, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority, Shutter/Aperture Priority
Metering Range: EV 0.0 to EV 22.0
Compensation: -5 EV to +5 EV (in 1/3 or 1/2 EV Steps)
|White Balance Modes
|Auto, Cloudy, Cool White, Daylight, Daylight Color, Daylight White, Flash, Kelvin, Manual, Shade, Tungsten, Warm White
|Flash Modes
Red-Eye Reduction
Second-Curtain Sync
Slow Sync
TTL Auto
|Built-in Flash
|Guide No.
|39.37' (12 m) ISO100
|Max Sync Speed
|Electronic Shutter:1 / 180 Second
|Flash Compensation
|-2 EV to +1 EV (in 1/3 EV steps)
|Dedicated Flash System
|P-TTL Remote Firing
|External Flash Connection
|Hot Shoe, Wireless
|AV Recording
|Video Recording
|Yes, NTSC/PAL
|File Size
1920 x 1080p (Full HD)
1280 x 720p (HD)
640 x 480p (SD)
|Aspect Ratio
|Frame Rate
@ 1920 x 1080: 30 fps, 25 fps, 24 fps
@ 1280 x 720: 60 fps, 50 fps, 30 fps, 25 fps, 24 fps
@ 640 x 480: 30 fps, 25 fps, 24 fps
|Audio Recording
|With Video (Mono)
|Self Timer
|12 Seconds, 2 Seconds
|Interval Recording
AV Output
|Software System Requirements
|Windows: XP (SP3), Vista, 7, 8
1 x D-LI109 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 7.4 VDC, 1050 mAh
|AC Power Adapter
|K-AC128 (Not Included)
|Dimensions (W x H x D)
|5.1 x 3.8 x 2.8" / 13.0 x 9.7 x 7.1 cm
|22.9 oz / 649.2 g With li-ion battery and memory card
|Kit Lens
|Focal Length
18 - 55mm
Comparable 35mm Focal Length: 27.0 - 82.5 mm
Maximum: f/3.5 - 5.6
Minimum: f/22 - 38
|Angle of View
|76° - 29°
|Minimum Focus Distance
|9.84" / 25 cm
|Optical Design
|11 Elements in 8 Groups
|Diaphragm Blades
|Filter Thread
|Front: 52 mm
|Dimensions (DxL)
|2.70 x 2.66" / 68.5 x 67.5 mm
|8.99 oz / 255 g
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|Package Weight
|4.0 lb
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So, where do we find that nibbana is cessation of the aggregates? As I understand things, nibbana means a shift from upadanakkhandha to khandha; here, the khandha terminate with life, not with nibbana. It is their final breakup that nibbana precipitates, but nibbana is not that.reflection wrote:There is permanent and temporary cessation of the aggregates. The permanent is the parinibbana, the impermanent is seeing nibbana.
Seeing this for oneself is doing quite a lot. But, seeing this and the cessation of the aggregates are opposed to one another. Seeing rise and fall, internally and externally? Good. Not seeing any of it due to some manner of cessation? Well...reflection wrote:This is the 'rise and fall' of the aggregates.
The aggregates aren't dukkha; always it is the clinging-aggregates which are so described.reflection wrote:And yes, clinging is the fetter, but the aggregates are the dukkha. So to understand what is not dukkha is to see beyond the aggregates.


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EPA to Hold Three Public Hearings on Proposed Air Pollution Standards for Oil and Natural Gas Production
Release Date: 09/20/2011
Contact Information: Enesta Jones (News Media Only), email@example.com, 202.564-7873, 202-564-4355
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold three public hearings in September on the agency's proposed standards to reduce air pollution from oil and gas drilling operations. The proposed standards would rely on cost-effective, existing technologies and practices to reduce pollution that contributes to smog and can cause cancer, while supporting the administration's priority of continuing to expand safe and responsible domestic oil and natural gas production.
WHAT: Public hearings on proposed air pollution standards for the oil and natural gas industry
WHEN: Sept. 27, 28 and 29, 2011
Each hearing will begin at 9 a.m. and continue until 8 p.m. (local time)
WHERE: Sept. 27: Pittsburgh
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Rooms 315-316
1000 Ft. Duquesne Blvd.
Pittsburgh, Pa. 15222
Sept. 28: Denver
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Room 207
700 14th St.
Denver, Colo. 80202
Sept. 29: Arlington, Texas
Arlington Municipal Building
City Council Chambers
101 W. Abram St.
Arlington, Texas 76010
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To my almighty , amazing, and wonderful God, I come to you with a special prayer request asking and begging you,to please bless me with keeping my job and my job position, please bless me with making it to work on time
father God I am so grateful thankful and blessed for having a job, but lately I've been feeling like the devil,is trying to take my job away from me, God I really need you to protect me from the devil and all of his evil spirits that is trying to take my true blessing away from me I need you to bless me with making everybody(especially the managers) see that I'm doing my job and not playing around when I'm on the clock, father God please do not let me fall into no kind of trap that can jeopardize me with losing my job and my job position at Wilson air, I am getting attack from all sides and the only person who can protect me and shield me and take care of me while I'm on my job is you, father God please do not let me get written up or call into the manager's meeting please do not let me get suspended from my job because I want you to show Brice and April that I am doing my job, and not playing around and that I am cleaning my cars, and checking my cars for holds, because everybody i
s thinking that I don't clean my cars and that I don't check my cars for holds, when we both know that is not true, because I do my job and I go out my way for everybody that I work with, God I need you to protect me from Chris, Mike Evans,Jason and and with any other manager who think I don't do my job because what Chris said to me was an eye-opener telling me that Mike baker said I don't clean my cars and now I realize that I have to stay focused on my job and to do what is right by my job and stay away from people who out to sabotage me, and who want me to lose my job because now I realize that people are trying to take my job position at Wilson air away from me.
God I need you to bless me with nobody asking me questions about where I've been or about what time I came in to work because they are looking for reasons to fire me or to get me out the picture and God that could not happen do not let nobody call to Wilson air and ask them questions about what time I came in and if I'm bringing them cars because I'm doing my job, especially that Chris
Because I do not trust him at all
father god please bless me with not getting in trouble or get fired For running over that sign it was an accident
Please don't take any of my blessings away from me especially my car,my job and not losing the man who I love
so please keep him away from me and don't not let him start watching me or questioning me about my whereabouts
Please keep me away from all drama at the job especially
God please stop letting Betsy talk about me behind my back telling
Mike that I'm not taking holds off cars when I am, she is a snake who is always scheming and starting up drama behind people's back for her own personal gain because she knows that I do my job she's just trying to stir up trouble so please God keep her comments away from my managers and please make her stop lying on me
father God I need you to bless me with getting to work on time. I need you to bless me with doing my car inventory the right way, and making sure that I turned in my car inventory list every Tuesday, and making sure that I have every car accounted for and written down,because I do not want to get in trouble with management, because I need to show them that I am doing my job and that I'm taking my job responsibilities very seriously
God they have a lot of new things that's going on at work and then bringing it a lot of new people which I'm fine with
as long as they don't come for me or my job position. Please do not let Brice take me away from Wilson air and try to replace me with somebody else I could not lose Wilson air because that is all that I have and I need to remain there and not anywhere else God I cannot lose my job and I need you to bless me and help me keep me my job and my job position God please Surround Me With Your Love and your protection keeping my enemies at work away from me, I truly believe that they are trying to set a trap for me to fall into so I can lose my job, but I know as long as I have you, I know that you will not let me fall in their trap, father God I am so grateful thankful and blessed for everything that you have done for me doing for me and still doing for me,
God I need you to please watch over me when I'm at work
God I am begging you to please bless me with not losing my job or my job position at Wilson air please do not let Chris go around and make allegations about me or my job title to Brice, father God please protect me from all evil spirits and all evil people who are out to destroy me and my reputation,
God please do not let them fire me like they did Sarah and everybody else, because I cannot lose my job and I do not want to lose my job
Father God please bless me with staying to myself keeping me away from all drama especially at Hertz, father God please don't let me lose my job and please don't let no one take my job position away from me God please have my back and watch over me especially when I'm at work, and I am begging you and asking you to please bless me with not losing my job or my job position,
God this prayer is from my whole heart and my whole soul,I'm begging you not rebuke me or this special prayer requests .
Father god please bless me with not getting in trouble for leaving the job to get my car fixed,please don't take my job away from me, please father god help me,and please don't take my car or my job away from me
Father God please bless me with staying alert and aware when I have my phone on me at work please do not let me leave my phone behind in any rental car thank you so much for blessing me and allowing me to get my phone when I thought I lost it thank you so much but please bless me not losing my phone especially when I'm at work or leaving it behind in a rental car
Father God please bless me with the manager name Travis not to turn me in for going to get something to eat I know we seen each other on my way out the parking lot and we spoke to each other please do not let him tell upper management about it and they try to fire me so please bless me with keeping my job and my job position
*Heavenly father asking you and begging you to be merciful towards me and please Don't
So father God please be merciful towards me and please answer this special prayer requests
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Sunnyside's Darigold plant is getting a jump start on 2014, as the site at 400 Alexander Rd. received a green light last month for a $5.2 million project to expand its milk receiving bays.
That's according to building permits issued by Sunnyside city officials during the month of December 2013.
Darigold's expansion accounted for all but about $300,000 of the combined $5,521,018 in valuation for December's building permits.
Likewise the project, which lists Design Group Facility Solutions of Concord, N.H. as the contractor – was responsible for the bulk of permit fees Sunnyside received last month.
Overall, city coffers garnered $45,413 in permit fees for December 2013, with Darigold's project accounting for $34,571 of that total.
The other prominent building start getting thumbs up last month was for a new, single family home at 1212 South St.
The home, which lists Character Homes Construction of Grandview as the contractor, has a valuation of $224,624. The 2,184 square-foot house generated $2,799 in permit fees. In related permits issued for the new home, city officials also gave the nod for a water meter, backflow device and 525 square feet of sidewalk.
The month of December also saw permits granted related to commercial projects. Those included a $17,000 fabrication shop at 333 Midvale Rd., a mechanical permit for Sunnyside Community Hospital's new sleep center, improvements at 2640 E. Edison Ave. #4 to create commercial tenant space and a plumbing permit for the Safari Restaurant being rebuilt at 616 E. Edison Ave.
For the month of December, Sunnyside planning officials issued 28 permits related to building projects. For all of 2013, the city granted 412 building permits. That's up from 328 greenlighted in 2012.
Sunnyside's new building valuation total for 2013 was $29.7 million and the city netted $306,832 in permit fees.
Both totals are markedly higher than 2012, which saw $9.5 million valuation for all new building starts and $94,000 in permit fees.
Further, city officials issued 1,522 permits in 2013 related to code enforcement issues, up slightly from the 1,499 in 2012.
Higher valuation for new construction in Sunnyside during 2013 was driven not only by Darigold's expansion, but also by plans for a new Lower Valley Credit Union branch office, a new juice processor at Valley Processing, an MRI center at Sunnyside Community Hospital and a remodel at Speck's.
Further, more than a third of all new building valuation permitted last year launched in just one month, May.
It was in May 2013 when Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic and Neighborhood Health Services began large projects, plus plans were approved for the $3.3 million Sunnyside Fire Station and the new $4 million YV-Tech Skills Center.
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Burlington Reaps $25K EPA Grant for Brownfields Sustainability Project, Re-development of Former Coal Plant
Release Date: 09/04/2008
Contact Information: David Deegan, (617) 918_1017
(Boston, Mass. – Sept. 4, 2008) – The U.S. EPA has recently awarded $25,000 along with a pledge to provide technical assistance to the Burlington Community and Economic Development Office (CEDO) and the Moran Center Project.
The Moran Center project will renovate a former coal-fired electric plant into an ecologically sound community recreational center redesigned to meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards. Current plans for the Moran project include various year round recreational and educational activities, improved access to Lake Champlain, expansion of the downtown Waterfront park and restoration of nearby wetlands.
Through EPA's Brownfields Program, states, municipalities and other stakeholders are able to work together to assess, cleanup and sustainably redevelop and prevent risks associated with "brownfields" - a term given to buildings and properties where redevelopment or reuse may be complicated by the presence or anticipated presence of hazardous substances or pollutants.
"Environmental sustainability represents the essence of the Brownfields program," stated Robert Varney, regional administrator of EPA's New England office. "What were once possibly dangerous, or blighted buildings and properties have strong potential to become attractive and inspiring community centers, these grants help Brownfields properties realize that potential."
The Brownfields sustainability pilots are the newest version of grants available under this program. In addition to providing the necessary start-up funding for projects, EPA also provides technical assistance to help communities achieve environmentally friendly re-development. Throughout the United States, EPA is currently providing this funding and technical assistance to 16 Brownfields Sustainability pilot projects.
The Burlington Community and Economic Development Office (CEDO) in Burlington is managing the Moran Center Project at the Waterfront Park. The plant is located in the north end of Burlington's downtown waterfront and has been a focal point for eco-friendly redevelopment since it was decommissioned in 1986.
"The selection of the Moran Center as one of just 16 projects nationally is a demonstration of Burlington's vitality, the success of the City's Brownfields program, and the potential of the Moran project to be a model of sustainable redevelopment," said Mayor Bob Kiss of Burlington. "These new resources through the EPA will help us further assess Moran's potential for environmental sustainability and increase our capacity to achieve a model result."
It is expected that the redeveloped complex will create a host of year activities, possibly including the first indoor ice climbing experience in the United States, a first rate indoor rock climbing center and an aerial adventure course. In addition to the recreational potential, the project is also expected to create about 500 construction jobs and 80 permanent jobs after renovation is complete.
Current environmental concerns at this site include the presence of residual arsenic and PAHs, both from the storage and burning of coal during its period of operation. Lead paint and asbestos are also present due to the timing of its original construction. An underground petroleum storage tank next to the building was removed in the 1990s but there is evidence of remaining petroleum pollution near one groundwater monitoring well along with signs of VOCs, possibly from the use of solvent cleaners for maintenance of machinery within the plant.
In addition to a thorough site cleanup the building renovations will undergo a comprehensive "green building plan," which aims for a minimum of a Silver LEED certification with green roof technologies, renewable energy use, re-naturalization of nearby wetlands and other conservation goals. A pivotal element of this project includes innovative, on-site storm water management and filtration that will serve as a visible and interactive opportunity for public education on storm water issues.
In January of 2002, President Bush signed the Small Business Liability Relief and Brownfields Revitalization Act which increased funding, expanded authority and provided liability protection to help communities revitalize brownfields. EPA has since provided grants, technical assistance and training to support these efforts. The Moran Center sustainability pilot will help to demonstrate how brownfields are an opportunity to achieve sustainable and beneficial results for communities.
More information:
EPA Brownfields Program: www.epa.gov/brownfields
EPA completed or ongoing brownfields projects in New England: www.epa.gov/region1/brownfields
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Hotel San Carlo It is centrally positioned in Mestre and located within a short distance of all major gateways to the city such as the toll highways, the airport and the train station. Private Parking. Easy connections to Venice day and night...
Hotel Villa Stella Charming little hotel located at Venice Lido: the beach of Venice. A wonderful break from the crowds of Venice. Here you will find open space, fresh air and a relaxing change of scenery.
Art Hotel Located in Mirano, typical historical centre, rich in history and traditions, immersed in the quiet of the parks of ancient Venetian villas, which surround the hotel.
Hotel Martello Two stars family hotel,located in the Venice mainland easy connection to Venice historical center.
Hotel Mercurio Located in the historical centre of Venice just in front of the Theatre La Fenice and close to St. Mark's Square. Some rooms look over a typical venetian canal regularly frequented by the gondolas and their serenades.
Hotel Siena Hotel Siena is situated in a really strategic position: a short walk from the station, from the historic centre and from the famous Arena di Verona, while at the same time remaining out of the main urban traffic routes. This gracious hotel in Verona, located on a quiet street, is the ideal place to relax after a day spent visiting the splendid tourist attractions around the city.
Hotel Villa Albertina Welcome to romantic Villa Albertina, a charming bed and breakfast hotel in Venice-Lido, Italy, managed in a personalized and familiar way. Quiet location. Free parking in garden. 10 nice double rooms and 1 spacious Casanova-Suite
Albergo Bellarosa Situated near Po Delta, the hotel is open from April to September.
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Albergo Ristorante Al Sole Situated in the center of Cesuna, near Asiago, surrounded by woods and hills..
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Albergo Ristorante Irma It's located in the Monte Cimone Valley, 3 Km away from Arsiero village and 50 Km away from Vicenza city...
Hotel Adele Located near Porta S. Paolo, 100 m from the Vicenza's Hospital and 5 minutes walk from Piazza dei Signori...(Site in italian only)
Hotel Al Pescador It is a new building in a peaceful position about 800 meters from the center of Lazise.
Hotel Bolognese It is located at Brenzone in a quiet zone near the lakeshore in one of the most beautiful position on Lake Garda.
Site only in Italian.
Hotel Boston It is located directly on the beach,in a central position, center of the shopping and the funs.
Hotel Catullo It is centrally located, immersed in a vast garden among olive groves, adjacent to the cableway to Monte Baldo (2.200).
Hotel Cristallo It is situated at Bibione directly on the beach,in a central position, center of the shopping and the funs.
Hotel Da Mario It is situated at Caorle in a quiet position few steps from the historical centre and the beach...
Hotel Dolomiti It is situated on the east side of Caorle's beach and a few meters from the historical centre.
Hotel Europa The hotel and its annexes are in an excellent position, right on the lake front and with a large park and garden with Mediterranean vegetation. The environment is confortable.
Hotel Garni Losanna The hotel lies in a sunny and peaceful position,It is located at Bibione not far from Lignano Sabbiadoro...
Hotel Gazzella Bianca It is located in the heart of Abano Terme and in a quiet zone.
Hotel Ischia It is situated in a qiuet spot about 700 m. from the centre of the town and 200 m. from the lake.
Hotel La Fenice It is run by the family Colla who ensures our guests enjoyment and relax together with an accurate service.
Hotel Lorenz Recently refurbished Hotel, placed in the very central area of Lido di Jesolo, just a few steps from the pedestrian-only area e-mail address and just 150 Mts. from the sea.
Hotel Maria Pia We have been personally offering a cordial welcome to all our clients since 1963.
Hotel Meridiana It is located in a special spot, surrounded by olive trees and just a few hundred metres away from the historical centre.
Hotel Midi Newly constructed, built along the most modern lines in a magnificient position a few yards from the beach.
Hotel Petit Sited on the seafront in a central and quiet area, it offers the possiblity of practising all sports. It is located at Caorle.
Hotel Regina It is a few yards down the beach, in beautiful and quiet position, in the centre of Caorle. Here there are the credenzials to spend agreables holidays at the seaside.
Hotel Ristorante Pizzeria Klaus Located in the heart of Delta Po, the restourant offers good dishes and the hotel 10 rooms with all conforts..
Hotel San Marco Located centrally along the beach in Cisano di Bardolino.
Hotel Santa Margherita At the hotel S. Margherita, a few metres from the seashore, in Caorle, the characteristic seaside resort on the Adriatic, you will enjoy a quiet, comfortable and carefree holiday. holyday.
Hotel Smeraldo The Martin Family is glad to have you as guests at the Hotel Smeraldo situated in the calm pedestrian island in Jesolo Lido.
Hotel Sorrento Recently renewed, it's situated on the main street Bafile just a stone's throw away the beach, in a quiet position on the beach side.
Hotel Stella D'oro On a peaceful, green corner on the main road of Jesolo, Only 50 mt its private beach.
Hotel Terme Belvedere It is located in Viale delle Terme in downtown Abano Terme, is surrounded by a garden and offers a confortable relaxing living.
Hotel Veronesi It peaceful and welcoming, faces the shores of Lake Garda just 10 meters from the beach and 2 kilometers from the centre of town.


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