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Corey Goode
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David Wilcock: All right, welcome back to "Cosmic Disclosure". I'm your host, David Wilcock. I'm here with Corey Goode. And in this episode, we have another round of incredible disclosures from William Tompkins, our 94-year-old aerospace engineer.
This man does not have Internet access. He does not have an email address. He was completely unaware of who Corey Goode was or what he had said at the time that these tapings were done.
But yet, what he is about to tell us in this episode is, again, going to be one of the most significant things we have ever done with this show, because the amount of correlation that you are about to see here is utterly mind-blowing.
So without further ado, let's check out what Tompkins has to say. It is going to rock you. Take a look.
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William Tompkins: As far as our situation now today, It's been accepted that we have a number of different vehicles, which are actually planets that are hollow, that move through the galaxy to monitor good guys and bad guys, wars and no wars, people taking advantage of other people on different stars' planets, and that, as of about a year and a half ago, one of these parked just outside of the solar system.
And it has been there for the past year and a half. And this vehicle is quite large, and it has over 2,000 different extraterrestrial civilization people on board as observers and as monitors.
And it's parked out there, monitoring what's been going on here since the Romans, since way before the Romans.
They have blocked the extraterrestrials who are here, are underground in the caverns, from leaving, and they're not allowing their buddies to come in.
I understand that there's two goals. One of them is to nullify the problem with the Sun.
The Sun is alive. Okay? Stars are alive. I think it's a hard time accepting this. And they have moods. And essentially, we have to go back to the . . . I'm not making this complicated, but we have to go back to the center of the galaxy.
What's going on there?
And there's not too many stars in our galaxy compared to a lot of really big ones, but all of the stars are affected in some way by the Sun.
If the Sun sneezes, all of our communication – radio, electronics, everything – is affected.
So there's this group of people, whatever you want to call them, who are attempting to primarily nullify the effects to a region, which is not just like the solar system or our star's system, but do this as a business so that the levels of catastrophes, things that cause dangers to the people and to the planet, are less.
So we can be easily affected. Our attitudes, our daily attitudes, can be changed. We can end up being a really good Republican, and for some reason we're going to change over and be the other guy.
The beings that are in that sphere, they're not agreeing with the Sun. That's just one thing they're not agreeing with.
They're very concerned about Reptilians implementing situations which are not tolerable in their way of life, and that this needs to be corrected.
They must have been doing their homework long enough to where they feel that little planet Earth has had it for a long enough time, and that that needs to be corrected.
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David Wilcock: All right. Well, that was very, very interesting stuff here – just so many correlations popping out all over the place. I don't even know where to begin.
Corey Goode: Packed full of information.
David: He starts out by talking about planet-sized objects, that it's now considered a common fact on the inside track there that there are various extraterrestrial species going around and, he said, monitoring other solar systems with these planet-sized objects.
What do you think exactly they're monitoring for?
Corey: Apparently, there are groups that go from star to star, or star cluster to a star cluster even throughout the galaxy, that are monitoring the progress of different worlds, and they also monitor to see if there's any intervention occurring from outside groups, which . . . it would kind of be breaking like the "Star Trek" nonintervention . . .
David: The Prime Directive.
Corey: The Prime Directive.
David: So he mentioned that these planet-sized objects are also looking to see if there's a war, if something unfair is taking place. So in certain cases, they might also take proactive steps to preserve that Prime Directive?
Corey: Yes, but in a way that would not interfere openly with the inhabitants of a certain planet that they're wanting to progress on its own.
David: So then he seems to be saying that he believes that that's happening here, that one of these spheres is taking proactive steps here.
Corey: There's been intelligence. And I think you reported on one, I think in the '80s. One of your whistleblowers told you that one of these types of objects, a tangible sphere that was very large, came in and was cruising around the different planets.
David: Yeah, they called it The Seeker, and it had portholes on it that were 800 miles wide when they opened up . . .
Corey: Wow!
David: . . . and all kinds of ships coming out. And it was dark. You couldn't really see too well inside when it opened, but it opened up like a circle.
Corey: Right. So my intel has not told me that there are these type of spherical craft outside of our solar system that are preventing people from coming and going.
The intelligence I had was that the spheres that came in were these energetic spheres. So this could be different intel, or it could be intel that's been passed down after going through several different sources, and then it's kind of like the telephone game.
David: Right.
Corey: It slightly changes as it goes. And if people have different agendas, they can curtail it a little bit.
David: Now, I want to address this, because I don't want people in the comment section to think that, "Oh, well, they debunked William Tompkins."
There is a slight mishap in his wording that we need to talk about here, and that is that he mentions, first of all, a year and a half ago that one sphere showed up outside our solar system. But then he said that it's been here since Roman times.
Corey: I think that he probably meant that these have been coming and going since that period.
David: Okay. So do you think that for him to have said this, that he must have heard it from someone else, that this was intel that he had received?
Corey: Absolutely. Yeah.
David: Okay.
Corey: It was intel that had trickled down from the higher Secret Space Programs.
David: Could you just briefly, before we discuss the timelines here, briefly review for us how did the outer barrier get started? What was the inciting incident that led to that happening, and when?
Corey: So these energetic spheres had been entering the solar system for a number of years, through both the Sun and from outside the solar system. So they knew that these spheres were around and that these spheres were monitoring them.
David: The Cabal knew?
Corey: The Cabal knew. And the inhabitants . . . They thought that these spheres were full of aliens. And they were trying to hail them to communicate, and they were getting no communication back whatsoever.
So at first, they thought that it was the return of the Sumerian gods, and a lot of them got really excited. But soon, they discovered that this was not a group coming in to help them.
So eventually, they decided to use an experimental new weapon. The actual weapon was in Australia, and I found out that the targeting happened from somewhere in Africa, in Southern Africa.
David: Mm. Okay.
Corey: They locked onto one of the moon-sized spheres that was actually out past the Moon just a little ways, and they fired on it. And when they did, the energy was just redirected back at the location it was fired from and it destroyed a portion of that base and killed a lot of people.
David: And as I've reported, the ISS caught a video of this.
There's a red laser with a little red glow around what appears to be something, and, in fact, NASA had to come out and make a public statement in which they said, "Oh, this was just a test to try to create an artificial star using laser technology."


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A sagacious walker and writer guides us on a new journey of discovery, a different kind of road trip about roads themselves and what they mean.
A thru-hiker on the Appalachian Trail (one who traverses the entire trail), environmental journalist Moor considers how traces became footpaths, roads, and highways over countless millennia, from the tracks of Precambrian proto-animals to life today. He reports how ungulates, including deer, horses, and giraffes, know where they are going by using marked pathways. The author chronicles his visits with elephants and deer-hunting expeditions. A good place to eat, expectedly, is normally high on the list of reasons for vertebrate and insect travel. Moor also learned, by walking with them, how Native Americans navigated the land they once tended. His varied chronicle of the paths taken by those who went before us is consistently fascinating and entertaining as we learn how trails are made by roaches, bison, and trekkers on the AT. His wide-ranging report represents a nascent scientific discipline, drawing out the wisdom of the paths scouted by Darwin, Thoreau, and Camus. Moor celebrates the history and popularity of the rigors of the AT even when, after the introduction of a carriage path in the 1850s, it "became possible to travel from the back alleys of Boston to the top of Mount Washington without taking more than a few steps." Now there is a movement to extend the AT through Canada. Walking with a fabled hiker called Nimblewill Nomad, Moor discovered that, "every morning, the hiker's options are reduced to two: walk or quit. Once that decision is made, all the others (when to eat, where to sleep) begin to fall into place." It's a curious form of freedom from all the choices society requires.
With side trips to areas scarcely visited before, this is a fine guide to places with better views of the world.

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Around 2,000 students are being honored at the Jefferson Parish Public School System's annual Superintendent's "A" Breakfast of Champions. The events recognize outstanding academic accomplishments for students who have earned an "A" in each course taken and no lower than a "B" in honor courses taken during the first and second nine-weeks marking periods. Those students and their families are invited to attend the breakfast ceremony.
Superintendent Isaac G. Joseph and Jefferson Parish School Board President Melinda Doucet were joined by other members of the school board, district leaders, and school administrators in honoring these young scholars in grades 6-12.
Event photos of students are available on the JPPSS Facebook page, where the pictures can be downloaded or shared with family and friends. You can also watch the full ceremonies at the links below. If you'd like to order a DVD of the event, please click here.


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People use Pinterest to discover and save ideas. Ideas can take lots of forms, from recipes to renovation projects to the perfect pair of shoes. Every idea is represented by a "Pin" that includes an image, a description and a link back to the image's source online. When people click a Pin's URL they can find out more about the idea and act on it.
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Can someone let me know roughly what the bouy's, and period should be showing before there is a surfable swell. Magic Seaweed is living up to it's brill reputation and a 2/3 star rating is as flat as a witches tit..
Don't want to know bout any star ratings, just swell size, best direction would be great..
Also 1 last one, is it better on the push?
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well you see dude, it kinda depends which direction you are facing! figure this out and you might even get a wave sometime soon!!
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Starbucks launches the Starbucks Coffee Perfection 2013 to educate people that coffee is not just something served to you whatever comes out of the machine or press. It has its story starting from the growers, buyers, roasters up to the baristas and finally to your hand that is why Starbucks encourages you to make your drink however you want it, the way you would enjoy it!
Starbucks only serves a perfect cup of coffee and here are the things to look for in a perfect cup: smooth, rich, balanced, roasty and personal.
Coffee, just like wine or any other drink, has different kinds or blends that can be paired with different food. Amazingly, because Starbucks is good at what it does and that is making coffee, they paired certain blends of coffee to meals prepared by Tapella.
Cold tomato soup topped with vegetables, and Grilled mixed peppers tower of salad were paired with Starbucks' new drink, the Asian Dolce Latte that is made of sweet dolce sauce combined with freshly steamed milk, topped with velvety foam and marked with 2 shots of rich espresso!
To briefly explain the story behind the concept of the new drink, Starbucks wanted to associate a type of coffee with Asia like when you think of espresso, it is linked with Europe and the same for brewed coffee with America. From this, Starbucks came up with Asian Dolce Latte, a drink I think suits the palette of Asians specially in the Philippines because we generally like anything that is sweet. But with the shots of espresso poured in the Asian Dolce Latte, the sweetness balances out. The drink also comes in an iced form. NOTE: BEST NOT STIRRED to experience the foaminess at the top, richness of the espresso in the middle and the creaminess of the milk at the bottom!
Cod fish cooked the Vizcaina way and paella (TOP), and Moorish chicken drizzled with almond sauce on bed of coursous (BOTTOM) were paired with Colombia, a smooth balanced coffee with a nutty flavor.
The mix of the coffee with the food was so good that the coffee brought out the the flavors of the food more but not to the point that it over powers the coffee. It was an awesome experience to pair coffee with meals and not just desserts or pastries.
The Asian Dolce Latte will be available at all Starbucks Philippines store on March 5, 2013 at a price of Tall - P115, Grande - P130, Venti - P140 (for hot) and Tall - P125, Grande - P140, Venti - P150 (on ice). I think I found my new drink! :)


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Cookin No. 47 - opening a restaurant
So the restaurant is open! A tough week for everyone, we all busted our butts to pull it together, and i think that its going to be great! the space is awesome, the kitchen rocks, and the food is perfect!
To be honest all the days are starting to blend together. Because the space is bigger, and we are open all day, there is so much more food prep to be done. soo much more ordering. so much more people that need to be involved. and the clean up, takes a whole lot longer. but that is the beauty of a restaurant, you work so much harder to make a few moments magical for the customer. And at the end of the day, you know that you did your job well, and even though you know there is a whole lot more to do the next day... on this day, it is done and you can go breath and enjoy some satisfaction.
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Loans on demand can be confusing, especially for someone who has recently been introduced to the concept. What is a loan application? Do I need a loan request? How do I get a loan on demand? When litigation financing is approved, should I return the money? If funding is rejected, does that mean I do not have a good case? These are all excellent questions and will answer the following text on these questions and more.
What is a loan application?
A legal loan is not a "loan" at all, but a cash advance based on the facts of the lawsuit that the plaintiff provides sufficient funds to complete the case when the plaintiff receives his fair share of the agreement or judgment. Funding companies sue in the same lawsuit instead of giving money to the plaintiff in the form of a loan. Loans are not based on the trial to the creditor bankruptcy situation before the claim. Other terms used for this type of financing include: litigation financing, litigation financing, litigation financing litigation, lawsuit financing, cash advances advance cash advance cash advance, cash advance loan applicant financing, pre-liquidation loan, settlement loans, cash advance before liquidation, Etc.
Do I need a loan request?
You may be asking,"how do I request my lawsuit loans?"The right loan should not be a substitute for your consent; it is a raft that helps you stay in a shelter while your lawyer fights for you. Many plaintiffs apply to litigation financing with the belief that a loan application is merely a different way to get money out of liquidation. Assuming you are earning your case, the amount due to the lender company varies significantly over the period between the date of progress and the year you receive the funds from the settlement/judgment. Other means of financing must be exhausted first. Also, an excellent guide to use is that on-demand financing companies generally offer up to 10% of the estimated settlement amount. Some good websites provide more background on legal loans. Some good sources of information are Exchange Fund (www.TheFundingExchange.com) and Expert Act (www.expertlaw.com).
How do I get a loan on demand?
Loan claim companies have appeared throughout the country. Some raise "low-interest rates" or how to be more lenient when it comes to approving loans. Each company is required to have one respectable loan. Three companies will do anything to charge the plaintiffs with random and meaningless penalties. These sanctions help compensate for "low-interest rates" and often end up costing the claim more than settling them. A good option is "exchange finance" (www.TheFundingExchange.com). Financing Exchange is the network of the most respected credit claim companies in the industry. Complete an application at The Funding …Continue Reading →


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More than 45 years have passed since Marie Dean Arrington wiggled through the window of her prison cell, scaled two wire fences in her pajamas and disappeared into a chilly March night.
The convicted Lake County murderess and death-row inmate remained on the run for nearly three years, eluding bloodhounds and the FBI, which made her the first Florida woman ever named to its 10 Most Wanted List. While lawmen searched, Arrington was working as a waitress in New Orleans, where she amused herself by reading newspaper stories of Florida's $5,000 bounty for her capture — dead or alive.


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Fresh Jobs at The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a non-profit agricultural research-for-development (R4D) organization, and a member of the CGIAR Consortium.We thank you for your interest in IITA and invite you to explore many exciting and diverse career opportunities in a work environment that enables you to be the best you can, advancing your professional and personal growth in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment.
Join a vibrant team that is committed to facilitating agricultural solutions for hunger, poverty, and natural resource degradation throughout the tropics.IITA is an equal opportunity employer and consideration for employment is given to qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national/ethnic origin or social status.
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Look Ahead!
Moving forward is very serious in the eyes of God. I want you to get a picture in your mind of a huge grizzly bear chasing after you. You know he's there, and he's gaining ground. So, why in the world would you turn around to see if he's there? Exactly, you wouldn't. That would be the last thing on your mind because your life is at stake. Moving forward is all of a sudden a very serious matter to you. You are fearing for your life. You want to live.
Jesus said three words in Luke 17:32 "Remember Lot's wife." What did He mean by that? Well, in order to understand the meaning, you have to go to Genesis 19:26 to recall the account. Here's what it said, " But his (Lot's) wife looked back from behind him, and she became a pillar of salt." Then in Luke 9:62 Jesus said, "No man, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God." God wants you to keep moving forward, not looking back behind you.
There are a couple of things I want to point out to you so you can keep moving forward in the grace of God this year. First, like the grizzly, the world is ruled by the adversary, the devil. He seeks to rob from you your spiritual inheritance, to take your soul, and to destroy any good works you've built for the kingdom of God. The deceiver is a master at the art of deception, so he won't appear as a mad bear, but the outcome is the same. He taunts you with all the pleasures of the world, so you will look back to what they have to offer. Secondly, notice the position of Lots wife. Her position changed her condition. She was behind Lot. She was in a place of no accountability. Lot couldn't see her, so he could not keep her in his sight. He wasn't able to come along side her and help keep her on track. Her unfit condition positioned her for a fall. We need to keep each other accountable. Find a mature Christian to help keep yourself moving forward and be a mentor to others.
No one has more to offer you than God. God doesn't bring the flash to deceive and manipulate you. It's just the opposite. You have to seek Him. You have to ask of Him. You have to knock. Her turning back spoke of an inclination to return. It's too easy to turn back without accountability. This is another case of extreme measures for extreme times.
Corporately, God is speaking to the Church and saying it's time to turn fully from folly and wholly serve Him. Individually, God is saying, be obedient to Him because He is the one who can give you life or take your life. Only He has the power to do that. God is a loving God, and He's not waiting for the opportunity to turn you into a salt lick. He wants you to be passionate about Him and all that He's done for you. However, God is a just God and all will receive accordingly. So, get excited about Him! Get excited the same way you would get excited about things you do for fun with your friends when you go to a sporting event or something. Make moving forward this year a serious matter.
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Maoist guerrillas have been at war with the Indian government for over 40 years; challenging the capitalism which they fear will take over their land and its mineral resources, and instead proposing a communist way of life.
It's been a bloody conflict, with thousands of people killed and the Naxalites, as they're also known, pushed into a nomadic existence deep in the jungle.
Dateline gets a rare glimpse into the lives of a group of people seen as terrorists on one side and human rights activists on the other.
WATCH - Vanessa Dougnac's insight into the divide between India's rich and poor is narrated by Victoria Strobl.
FACTFILE - Read more about the Maoists and the history of their violent fight for land rights in India.
REPLAY - Watch a previous Dateline story from 2008 on the Maoist rebels in India.
The Maoist movement in India began in 1967, when the villagers of Naxalbari in West Bengal rebelled against local landowners.
Since then, the guerrilla dispute over land rights has grown to 20,000 strong, reaching from northern to southern India.
The Naxalites, as they're also called, have gained control of large areas of land, known as the red corridor, which contains some of India's most underdeveloped land and poorest people.
They believe the government wants to evict villagers in order to free the land for mining companies. They say they have been neglected by the authorities for decades, and instead want to establish a communist society.
The Maoists live a nomadic existence deep in the jungle away from the modern world and have had violent clashes, especially with police... over 6,000 people have died in the dispute.
In April 2010, a rebel ambush killed 76 policemen in the bloodiest single attack so far on the security forces... 285 policemen were killed in total last year.
Civilians have also become involved after the Indian government launched Operation Green Hunt in 2005, arming civilians to fight the Maoists.
But it seems to have increased the violent divide between the two sides... 713 civilians and 171 guerrillas died last year alone.
Premier Manmohan Singh has called the insurgency India's main internal security threat and has urged state governments to increase pro-poor welfare measures to help counter the rebels.
There's also been talk of deploying the army, but such a move would be highly controversial, and the chances of talks with the Maoists to resolve the dispute are also said to be 'slim'.
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I've just finished reviewing another set of proposals. Some of the mistakes I've seen are simple things. Often they are things that someone else can catch for you.
- If one critique was your productivity ("it reduces enthusiasm for the proposal in raising concerns about the productivity of the PI"), and you claim in the intro that you have X new pubs and Y new things submitted, make sure that you biosketch and google scholar/pubmed link (the one that the instructions request) is up to date with these pubs. Otherwise it could look like you are stretching things.
- In general don't stretch things. I don't have to say that its cheating to out & out lie about results, but if the reviewers think you're pushing the limits of interpretability, you are sunk.
- Typos. Bad English. Particularly ones that spell-checkers don't get. Sometimes they are worth a smile from a reviewer. More often it says: I was in such a hurry, and I am so disorganized that I did not give the proposal one last read through. One such error might be acceptable. Two raises eyebrows. Three and you've sunk your proposal.
- Ignorance of the literature. This is Scylla & Charybdis. You can waste half a life-time reading other things. You can waste half a life-time because you didn't read other things. It is hard to know who will review your grants (though you look for the roster). But you can make some educated guesses (go check your key words at RePorter - go see who is funded in your area).


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You are looking at the first images of Ferrari's new flagship supercar, the LaFerrari, Italian for "TheFerrari." Code named the F150, the car that replaces the Enzo at the top of the Ferrari hierarchy made its debut today at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, easily stealing the limelight from all other debuts.
We can confirm that its powertrain is a hybrid setup that pairs Ferrari's 6.3-liter V-12 engine and seven-speed dual-clutch 'box with its HY-KERS hybrid setupto boost output and lower emissions. The system also combines two electric motor-generators: the first motor provides drive to the vehicle, thus aiding the V-12, and it also recovers kinetic energy during braking, storing it in the car's lithium-ion batteries. The second motor is driven by the V-12 and is used to keep the charge level of the batteries constant. In addition to this, the second motor also can directly power electronic ancillary systems such as the lights.
Peak output of the combined system is a staggering 963 horsepower, as measured in metric figures. In good ol' American numbers that's still 950 horsepower to play with. Torque comes in at more than 660 pound-feet, with the final figure not yet confirmed.
Ferrari hasn't given final performance numbers just yet, but says the LaFerrari will reach 60 mph in under 3.0 seconds and reach a top speed in excess of 217 mph (expected to be 230 mph). The car's closest rival, the McLaren P1, which also debuts in Geneva, has similar specs but has its top speed limited to 217 mph. Another area were the LaFerrari is said to outmatch the P1 is in the 0-186 mph sprint, which the Ferrari should do in 15 seconds versus the McLaren's quoted 17 seconds.
Fiorano lap in less than 1:20
Fiorano lap in less than 1:20
Ferrari boasts a lap time of its Fiorano test track of less than 1:20, which is 5.0 seconds quicker than the Enzo and 3.0 seconds quicker than the F12 Berlinetta.
The LaFerrari follows in a long line of 'special series' cars from the famous Italian sports car manufacturer. From the GTO of the 1980s right up to the Enzo supercar launched last decade, Ferrari's special series cars have always been heavy hitters and some of the best examples of the transfer of technology from Formula One to the road.
In the case of the latest car, two of the headline technologies is the new hybrid system, Ferrari's first on one of its production cars, and a new carbon fiber monocoque developed by Ferrari's F1 technical director Rory Byrne. According to Ferrari, the central structure displays 27 percent more torsional rigidity and 22 percent more beam stiffness than the Enzo's already stiff core.
The structure features no less than four different types of carbon fiber, all hand-laminated and autoclave-cured in the racing department using the same design and production methods as the F1 car. This helped optimize the design: various functions were integrated (e.g. seats and battery compartment) into the chassis. The final curb weight, not confirmed yet, is expected to be around 2,800 pounds.
Ferrari HY-KERS in mid-rear engine configuration
Ferrari HY-KERS in mid-rear engine configuration
Numerous benefits of hybrid tech
Purists may dislike the thought that Ferrari's latest and greatest supercar is a hybrid, but the beauty of the system is that it not only cuts fuel consumption but it also allows for precise torque vectoring, traction control and brake force distribution. Ferrari claims a 10 percent reduction in the 0-124 mph sprint, along with a 40 percent reduction in emissions compared to a non-hybrid solution.
The hybrid also helps achieve those impressive power figures. While the car's 6.3-liter V-12, a variation of the unit from the F12 Berlinetta and FF, is a masterpiece on its own, its peak output only reaches 789 horsepower--despite revving to 9,250 rpm. The main electric motor helps lift that to the 950 horsepower figure that will ensure the LaFerrari is the fastest road car to ever emerge from the Ferrari factory in Maranello.
Powering the electrical system is a lithium-ion battery that's sourced from Samsung and weighs just over 130 pounds by itself. The batteries are charged in different ways: under braking (even hard braking with the ABS active) and every time the V-12 produces more torque than required, such as in cornering. In the latter instance, rather than being sent to the wheels, the excess torque is converted to energy and stored in the batteries.


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Settling the Score With the Goldsteins
Well, Mr. Goldstein, here in the United States of America, we have done everything within our power to pay you back. I don't know what else you could possibly want. We helped you acquire your own country. We stood by silently while you murdered hundreds of innocent Palestinian civilians at Deir Yassin, so that your desire to have a country of your own could be fulfilled. We send ten billion dollars of American tax money to Israel every year, even though America is already in debt up to her eyebrows. We are constantly hiring some blabbermouth to rant and rave to America about "God's chosen people" and how they have always been "under attack" and how we must rescue them from "all the Hitlers of the world". We are never finished hearing about your precious Holocaust, since it seems that you would never be able to exist without it. You are the kings of this country. We have licked your boots for so long that you don't have any boots left…
…So now, Mr. Goldstein, please tell me, because I am dying of curiosity to know what it is that you want. What more can we possibly do for you? How can you still be unhappy with the way you are treated?
Do you think you are the only group of people that has ever suffered? That is one of the most conceited things I have ever heard. Very typical of you, though. I cannot pretend to be shocked or even mildly surprised at this idea. It is just too typical. After all, don't you also view yourselves as a superior race? Don't you call the rest of us non-Jews "goyim" or "cattle"? You really are the most self-centered group of people there has ever been. Therefore, I really can't be surprised that you would entertain the absurd idea that the Jewish people are the only sufferers in the world. Or at least, that their suffering is the only suffering that truly counts. 66 million Russians died during and after the Bolshevik Revolution. However, nobody seems to feel any sort of special obligation to the Russians the way they do for your 6 million. I have always been horrible at math, but it is unquestionable even in my mind that Russia's 66 million greatly overshadows your 6 million. But never mind that, Mr. Goldstein. The Russians really don't matter that much. What we need to concentrate on is how many other things we should be doing for you.
Now come on, just tell me. What do you want? What can we do that will make you happy? If there is anything that we have not already done for you, tell me what it is, and we'll be sure to do it right away. If you were anyone else, I would encourage you not to be shy in making your demand, but as I have never known you to be short on boldness or nerve, I see no point in warning you against what you yourself would never even think of doing. So go ahead, shoot. Tell me what we have not yet done for you. Go ahead, I'm listening.
Oh, my goodness, Mr. Goldstein, you make me laugh! No, no! I heard you perfectly! You don't need to keep screaming it over and over again. I heard you. You said that the thing you want is for us to submit our very beings to you. In short, become your slaves. (You see? I KNEW I didn't need to worry about any shyness on your part!) You say we have not become your slaves? Who do you think you are trying to fool? We are your slaves. We have been for years! Only slaves would bow to your every wish the way we have. Was I not clear when I said earlier that we have been licking your boots for so long that you don't even have any boots left? Yeah, okay then. We'll buy you a new pair of boots since we have apparently wronged you by licking them off. What?! You want them made out of solid diamond?! We can't afford that! How about we just get a pair of sneakers from the thrift store? Oh, okay, never mind, never mind! We'll get you the diamond. Your wish is our command. But boy, oh, BOY! I just can't get over what you said about us not being your slaves! In fact, I can't stop laughing. Now, please, Mr. Goldstein, PLEASE, will you stop screaming like that? You are a somewhat disturbing spectacle with that blood vessel popping out of your neck, your mouth covered in froth and your eyes bulging two inches out of your head. Calm down! It really isn't good for your health to throw these violent temper tantrums.
All right. Now that you have finally gotten yourself under control, perhaps you can rationally answer the question that I am about to ask you. Ready? Okay, then; is it possible (in your mind, at least) that the Jews have suffered so much that we gentiles will never be able to repay you? Will we never be able to refill the great hole of your suffering? Will you never be satisfied with our efforts to appease you?
I heard you answer in the affirmative. Well, I must admit that I am glad to know that. Since we now know that you can never be happy–that despite the whole world's concentrated efforts, it is impossible to ever repay you, and that making you happy is a flat impossibility, maybe we can turn our attention over to another subject. Maybe since what we have been trying to accomplish all these years is utterly impossible, we can just forget it and focus on what is possible. I am only being reasonable, Mr. Goldstein, when I ask 'what are you going to do to repay us for all the suffering that you have caused?'
How are you going to repay all the Palestinians whose land you stole and whose children you have been murdering for over half a century? How are you going to repay the millions of babies that you have murdered in abortion clinics? How are you going to repay the families of the thousands of Americans who died on September 11th? How are you going to repay the Iraqis for destroying their country? How are you going to repay the families of the American soldiers who have died in Iraq? How are you going to repay the Lebanese for ruining their country? How are you going to repay all those who suffer under communism, which is another invention of yours? How are you going to repay the Muslims for all the lies that you have told about them? How are you going to repay all the Christians that you martyred when Christianity was still new?
You're speechless, Mr. Goldstein, but I can read your answer in the hatred of your eyes. You will never try to repay us for the suffering that you have caused. You will never even apologize. And what is more you will continue to treat us Gentiles in this inhuman and merciless manner. You will never voluntarily stop. You will never attempt in any manner to repay us…
…but that's alright, don't worry, we'll repay you…
We will repay you for every injustice that you have caused. We will repay you for every drop of innocent blood that you have spilled, and it is possible to do so. Just wait and see, you will be served justice one day.
A very wise, just, merciful man from Nazareth whom you also killed once said to your leaders 'Upon you will come all the righteous blood that has been shed on Earth, from the blood of righteous Abel to the blood of Zachariah.' I have never doubted His words…He always knew what He was talking about.
I will not try to convert you, Mr. Goldstein because I know that it is impossible. Remember, that we are now focusing on possibilities. So, since you refuse to become a human being by leaving your primitive, savage way of thinking, I will only warn you. Of course, you will not listen to me, but I will do it anyway. I warn you that things are going to be changing. You will be experiencing justice for the 1st time in your life. There is a day coming when humanity will get sick of being treated like animals. They are going to find out why they have suffered so much. They are going to be angry. And guess what? You are going to be the object of their rage. You are going to get a triple-dose of your own medicine, which ought to please you, since you always want more of anything than anyone else has. You are going to discover how human beings act when they see a glimmer of hope after being beaten down all their lives.
There, I have now told you what to expect one day. Now when it happens, you won't be able to rant, rave, scream, kick, holler, howl and screech about how 'it isn't fair' because nobody every warned you.
Well, Mr. Goldstein, I am sure that you do not like my tone. I can see that by the blood vessel in your neck that has finally burst that you do not like what I am saying at all. But considering every injustice that you have caused, every suffering that you have aided, all the innocent blood that you have spilled, I would say that this is merely a feeble attempt of mine to settle the score between us. I don't see why you are so furious with me. After all, I am only trying to pay you back. isn't that the very thing that you have wanted for so many years?
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AIDS patients fear discrimination in ACA exchange
Miami -- Patient advocates say some insurance companies are making HIV and AIDS drugs unaffordable in plans issued through the Affordable Care Act by shifting much of the cost to customers.
While the issue applies broadly to all patients with chronic illnesses that require expensive medication, HIV and AIDS advocates say they were the first to file a formal complaint with the government about pricing.
Under President Obama's health law, insurance companies are forbidden from turning away consumers with pre-existing conditions. But advocacy groups allege insurance companies are discouraging HIV and AIDS patients, who are expensive to cover, by requiring them to pay a percentage of costly medications instead of a flat co-pay, essentially pricing the medications out of reach.
Several insurance companies are also impeding access to services by requiring re-authorization for drugs consumers have been taking for years or making the claims process difficult, says Carl Schmid, deputy executive director of The AIDS Institute. The group filed a complaint with U.S. Health and Human Services officials this summer against four Florida insurance companies, and advocates in other states are considering similar action.
The complaint filed with federal health officials alleges Humana, CoventryOne, Cigna and Preferred Medical are violating the federal health law by discouraging consumers with HIV and AIDS from choosing those plans because they wouldn't be able to afford the high co-insurance rates.
The Affordable Care Act bans insurers from charging an individual more than $6,350 in out-of pocket costs a year and no more than $12,700 for a family policy. But patient advocates warn those with serious illnesses could pay their entire out-of-pocket cap before their insurance kicks in any money. Money paid toward premiums doesn't count toward the caps.


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Tributes to the Louies - Armstrong, Prima and Jordan - are nothing new. For years, artists with a penchant for finger-popping have doffed a cap to one or more of them, and with good reason: They're among the most significant music makers of the 20th century. Vocalist and soprano saxophonist Danny Bacher is the latest to tie together the Louis legacies on his invigorating new CD Swing That Music! (Whaling City Sound).
Bacher receives sterling support from a topnotch little big band featuring all-stars such as guitarist Howard Alden, cornetist Warren Vache, trombonist Pete McGuinness and bassist Ray Drummond. Song selections play like a dream jukebox, featuring a slate of tunes that connect jazz and blues to jump-swing and rock 'n' roll. Bacher's tenor vocals provide a sturdy vehicle for the music, and he pulls plenty of fire from his sax, undoubtedly inspired by the musicians he honors - ace solosits all - as well as those on the session. Bacher shares the mic with the charming Cyrille Aimée for a medly that pairs "La Vie en Rose" with "A Kiss to Build a Dream On." both romantic staples of the Armstrong repertoire. Aimée sings the former in her native French (a la Edith Piaf) as a prelude to Bacher's supple croon on the latter. Pianist Jason Teborek, bassist Drummond and drummer Bill Goodwin are spot-on, and Vache honors Pops' horn without imitating him.
"The secret of serious fun is not to take it too seriously, especially if it involves playing jazz. That attitude is something that the easygoing singer and saxophonist Danny Bacher, who appeared with a small swing band at the Metropolitan Room on Tuesday evening, knows in his bones.
It is about making hot music but staying cool, about cutting up while maintaining effortless self-control, about having a blast with friends. And at his performance of "Swing That Music," a homage to the era of jumpin' jive with a dollop of Dixieland, Mr. Bacher conflated the music of three Louises — Armstrong, Jordan and Prima — in a concert revealing him to be a prodigiously talented musical preservationist.
Mr. Bacher's voice is smoother than Prima's rasp, but in his bebop solos he revealed enough of his inner wild man to suggest a maniac behind the cool. "I Wanna Be Like You (The Monkey Song)," from "The Jungle Book," in particular, made me grin. It was a reminder that behind its academic trappings, a prime element of jazz has always been a game of monkey see, monkey do."
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Hooray For Hollywood
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La Vie En Rose/Kiss To Build a Dream On
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I Wanna Be Like You
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Inclement New Mexico Weather Forces Cancellation of Alhambra & Chula Vista Aug 2 Hatch Chile Roasting Events
Jul 30th, 2014
Attention Albertsons Hatch Chile fans, we've got disappointing news to share. Mother Nature has wreaked havoc with this year's Hatch Chile crop. Over the last few days, New Mexico has been hit by severe thunderstorms, including hail. As a result, the Hatch Chile harvest has been delayed, and more importantly, farmers are waiting for clear skies in order to assess the damage to their crops.
Presently, this means that Albertsons Alhambra and Chula Vista store roasting events scheduled for this Saturday, August 2, have been cancelled.
I'm sure many of you have been counting the weeks leading up to the moment you can secure your supply of roasted Hatch Chile, and we are sincerely sorry to have to be the ones to share such disappointing news.
According to the National Weather Service, heavy rains and thunderstorms are predicted to continue through the end of week. For the moment, we're staying optimistic for the remaining Albertsons Bakersfield, La Habra, Rancho Cucamonga, Arcadia, Costa Mesa, Carpinteria, Reseda, Montebello, Temecula and Escondido store sale events scheduled for August and Sept.
Albertsons Produce team will provide us with updates and we'll post the information, should it change. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope that the weather in New Mexico is favorable this week so farmers can come through with a good supply for all Hatch Chile enthusiasts.
25 Responses to Inclement New Mexico Weather Forces Cancellation of Alhambra & Chula Vista Aug 2 Hatch Chile Roasting Events
Michael Ayala 01/08/2014 at 3:26 pm
Do you have a date for the Rancho Cucamonga store
Customer Care 03/08/2014 at 3:48 am
We certainly do have a date set, Michael. We currently have the date for the Rancho Cucamonga as August 16th, 2014. We hope to see you there. ~Victor
Chris James 02/08/2014 at 10:55 am
Thank you I hope Reseda comes through. Please keep me posted.
Mary Garcia 06/08/2014 at 10:50 am
I was wondering if the Arcadia or Montebello store is still scheduled. I went to the Alhambra store on 8-2, but it had been cancelled
Thank you.
Cindy 23/07/2015 at 2:11 pm
Do you have a date for the La Habra roasting?
Customer Care 23/07/2015 at 2:42 pm
Yes, Cindy, the Roasting for the La Habra store is 8/8/2015. ~Jennifer
margie 29/07/2015 at 12:41 am
Is there a date set for any of the covina or Glendora stores
Customer Care 29/07/2015 at 2:39 pm
Hi Margie, the Covina and Glendora stores will not be participating. ~Shasta
Anna 05/08/2015 at 4:34 pm
Could you please tell me if you have a scheduled chile roasting date for 2015 in Carpinteria or Santa Barbara, California.
Customer Care 05/08/2015 at 7:28 pm
Hi Anna, there will be a Hatch Chile roasting at our Carpenteria store on August 22nd, 2015 and there is not one scheduled for Santa Barbara, CA. ~Thomas
bev 09/08/2015 at 4:55 pm
what are dates for chile roasting in inland empire area, Redlands, Palm Springs, Rancho Cucamonga?
Customer Care 10/08/2015 at 7:03 am
Good Morning, Bev. I did not see any roasting events set for the areas mentioned. Is there another area you would be wanting to travel to? I await your reply. ~Cindy
I Fisk 10/08/2015 at 1:28 pm
When is the chile roasting being held in Arcadia? Thanks for your reply.
Customer Care 10/08/2015 at 5:08 pm
Hi I Fisk, the Hatch Chile Roasting for the Arcadia store is 8/15/2015. ~Jennifer
bev 10/08/2015 at 4:18 pm
Hello Cindy,
I was checking the Calif. Chile roasters & they list a hatch chile roasting event @ Palm Desert on 8/22, can you confirm?
Customer Care 10/08/2015 at 5:10 pm
No probem, Bev. I have confirmed that the Palm Desert store will have the Hatch Chile Roasting on 8/22/2015. ~Jennifer
Guadalupe services 29/03/2016 at 3:05 am
Very 2 good
Martha Torres 28/07/2016 at 11:32 am
I can't find the calendar. What is the date for Costa Mesa CA?
Charles Scott 07/08/2016 at 1:05 pm
Any roastings coming up in the San Diego area?
How about Santa Clarita?


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The Twitterverse is full of snippet-warnings on the impending real estate correction that's just around the corner. This correction has been anticipated for some time but has yet to make an appearance. Some experts believe it's just a matter of time. So what's a real estate investor to do when things appear set to change?
If you're planning to buy, you don't have to worry about buying high if you stay well within what you can afford and don't plan on moving anytime soon. Buying a home you'll stay in for the very long term doesn't require market timing. Over the long term–think 15 years or more–your home will be one of your best investments. Of course, you have to be able to hang on to it that long, which is why over-extending yourself makes no sense. You want something that's comfortable to manage now, and when interest rise, as they most certainly will.
If you're planning on selling within the next five years, then sooner may be better than later. Did you plan to downsize when you retired? With five or less years to go, capturing your equity now while markets are still flush makes good sense. Looking to upgrade to your forever home? You might want to wait. Lower priced homes tend not to lose as much value while more expensive homes tend to feel the drop most. After a correction you may get almost as much for your existing smaller home, while you save substantially on the upgrade home you buy.
If you're staying put, stop spending your equity. Negative equity–owing more than your home is worth–sucks, and if you keep tapping that equity through lines of credit or by consolidating debt to your mortgage, you're putting your home's value into the grey area should a correction come. Yes, it may be very tempting to pull on all that equity you built to have a fabulous family vacation or to finance the start of a new business. But if that equity disappears in a market downturn you'll feel the gut-wrenching horror of having to write a cheque to the bank to cover the shortfall should you have to sell your home.
Real estate, like every other investment, runs in cycles–sometimes up, sometimes down–and every homeowner should be prepared for both sides of the cycle. Knowing what you're going to do next will help you make the right decision about what to do with your home and your investment.


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A space to come and connect with like minded in our community. Building social media offline. Let's meet each other face to face. This is not a networking group. No need to bring your job tittles. A relax and fun environment. Our goal is that you walk a way feeling energized and passionate about moving forward. I do start the meet-up with a few questions. Then we free flow from there.
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-Please respect and treat others as you would like to be treated.
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What's going on this week in New York:
New York City Ballet 20th Century Violin Concertos
Tuesday, October 7
David H Koch Center, 20 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York
NYCB's three artistic leaders contribute their interpretations of three world-famous violin concertos to this program. Inspired by the instrument's immense range, these works convey moments of reflection, poignancy, and brilliance. The performances run through October 11.
For tickets and additional information, visit lincolncenter.org.
2017 Parktoberfest
Wednesday, October 11, 6:30-9 p.m.
Madison Square Park Oval Lawn, enter at 25th Street and Madison Avenue
Enjoy an evening of local fare, drinks, live music, and dancing. Proceeds from this event will benefit Madison Square Park Conservancy's maintenance of the Park's tree canopy.
For tickets and additional information, visit madisonsquarepark.org.
New York Academy of Art "Take Home a Nude" Auction
Wednesday, October 11
Sotheby's, 28 East 61 Street, New York
Works by Daniel Heidkamp, Damian Loeb, Kiki Smith and many others headline The 26th Annual Take Home a Nude auction. The auction, which honors John Alexander, features over 100 works and all proceeds support the New York Academy of Art's scholarship and programming.
For additional information and to view the online auction, visit paddle8.com.
Friends of Hudson River Park 2017 Gala
Thursday, October 12, 6 p.m.
Pier 62 at West 23 Street, New York
The Friends of Hudson River Park Gala joins Friends from myriad communities and all facets of industry for one unifying purpose: to celebrate New York's Park for Play and lend support to its continued care and ongoing, exciting expansion. This year's gala honors Robert DeNiro.
For tickets and additional information, visit hudsonriverpark.org.
Fall for Truffles with CityMeals on Wheels
Thursday, October 12, 6:45 p.m.
Urbani Truffles USA, 10 West End Avenue, New York
Join the Friends of Citymeals for a cocktail party at Urbani Truffles USA. Mix and mingle with fellow gourmands and indulge in a deluxe truffle experience curated by Chefs Michael White, Stephanie Sarikaya and Lauren DeSteno. Proceeds benefit CityMeals on Wheels.
For tickets and additional information, visit citymeals.org.
Feast of India at The Met
Friday, October 13, 7 p.m.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Avenue, New York
Following the delicious success of his 2016 Feast of Jerusalem, chef, restaurateur, author, and now The New York Times food writer Yotam Ottolenghi returns with another lavish banquet inspired by the vibrant and evocative colors of India, with the legendary Madhur Jaffrey, the global authority on Indian cuisine, and a menu curated by celebrated chef, Floyd Cardoz.
For tickets and additional information, visit metmuseum.org.
For more events throughout the week, visit Avenue's new social calendar.


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We have an experienced Management Team with collectively over 65 years experience in the chemical and life sciences sectors. In addition we have 40+ years chemistry experience in our key staff to ensure we select and apply the correct technology solution for our customer's needs. We pride ourselves on our excellent communication skills and flexible working model to match the needs of our customers.
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Looking 4 Myself is the upcoming seventh studio album by American singer Usher, scheduled to be released on June 12, 2012.
Lead single "Climax" was digitally released on February 22, 2012. The second single from the album is "Scream".
The third single is "Lemme See" featuring rapper Rick Ross premiered on April 30, 2012, Available for purchase as a digital download on May 8, 2012 and will be given as a free download if the album is pre-ordered from May 8 and onward.
01. Can't Stop Won't Stop
02. Scream
03. Climax
04. I Care For U
05. Show Me
06. Lemme See (feat. Rick Ross)
07. Twisted (feat. Pharrell)
08. Dive
09. What Happened To U
10. Looking 4 Myself (feat. Luke Steele)
11. Numb
12. Lessons For The Lover
13. Sins Of My Father
14. Euphoria
Deluxe Edition
16. Say The Words
17. 2nd Round
18. Hot Thing


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Fisherman's Corner
US Army Corps of Engineers
Thomson Ranger Station
Fee Booth: 309-496-2720
877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov
Park in gravel parking lot to the left (downstream) after entering the park and crossing railroad tracks, just off Illinois Route 84 just east of Hampton, Illinois.
Camping (56 sites), fishing, picnicking, restrooms with no water, canoe/kayak trail head, bike path access, and a levee.
Camping is available from May 1st through the third Sunday in October. The fee booth is open from 5-8pm daily, and from 9-11am on Friday and Saturday. It is also open from 9-11am on Sunday on holiday weekends.
May be closed during periods of flooding for visitor safety reasons.
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Author: H.P. Mallory
Pages: 210
Source: Obtained free from Amazon (July 3, 2012)
Format: ebook
Rating: 3.5 stars
Dulcie O'Neil is a fairy. And not the type to frolic in gardens. She's a Regulator—a law-enforcement agent who monitors the creatures of the Netherworld to keep them from wreaking havoc in the mortal world.
When a warlock is murdered and Dulcie was the last person to see him alive, she must uncover the truth before she's either deported back to the Netherworld, or she becomes the next victim.
To Kill a Warlock is a hilarious read that is pure enjoyment.
Dulcie is a fun character. She's spunky, quirky and really wants to be a romance writer...oh and she's also a fairy. Dulcie is somehow corralled into working with this gorgeous stranger to catch a murder, and her life gets flipped upside down in the process. While the situation may not be ideal, Dulcie is the type of character to do what is needed of her, even if it means red leather, and black feathers. I did really liked Dulcie as a character, but I wish she would have had a little more depth. She was funny, but I felt like by the end of the novel I never really got to know her. For me, if I don't feel attached to the main characters I have a hard time connecting with the rest of the book.
H.P. Mallory made sure to not forget any paranormal creature as she was writing To Kill a Warlock. We've got vampires, werewolves, fairies, witches, loki and even a gnome. I loved the interesting mix of paranormal creatures and the plot that intertwined them all was easy to follow and kept you wanting more. There are some fun scenes where Knight is partially possessed by the creatures blood and he becomes quite the horny teenage boy. I was literally laughing out loud and could feel Dulcie's frusteration.
To Kill a Warlock was a fast read that quite entertaining. It is one of those reads I would consider "mind candy", but hey who doesn't like a treat every now and then? If you're looking for a book that's light, fun and easy to get lost To Kill a Warlock is the perfect choice.


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By Alex Stein
When Congress enacted the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) in 1946, it did not envisage that its formulation of the federal government's liability will allow members of the military forces to sue the United States for service-related noncombatant injuries. The Supreme Court closed this gap in Feres v. United States, 340 U.S. 135 (1950). It held that FTCA did not waive the government's immunity from tort liability for members of the military and supported that interpretation by a number of reasons. First and most important, FTCA made the government liable in torts according to state laws that do not – and are not authorized to – govern the distinctly federal relationship between the government and its armed forces. Second, Congress has established a uniform compensation scheme for injured and fallen soldiers (the Veterans Benefit Act, 38 U.S.C. §§ 301, et seq.). Four years later, in United States v. Brown, 348 U.S. 110 (1954), the Court rationalized Feres as protecting military discipline as well.
Based on these rationales, the Court subsequently decided that Feres also protects the government against suits for derivative harms sustained by civilians. Specifically, it held that when a military person's "injury incident to service" is the "genesis" of a civilian's harm, the civilian cannot sue the government. Stencel Aero Engineering Corp. v. United States, 431 U.S. 666 (1977).
These decisions did not envision the present-day inflow of women into the military and that pregnant servicewomen will be receiving obstetric care at military facilities. For these women and their newborns, the implications of Feres in the event of medical malpractice are unclear. Read More


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I think it's about time I showed off my very first cross-stitch sampler.
My mother got this kit from someone overseas when I was in high school. She doesn't cross-stitch, so she asked my sisters and I if we'd be interested in trying. I thought I'd give it a shot, and it took me maybe 1 ½ - 2 years later to finish it.
I had absolutely no idea what I was doing. I figured out how to do the stitching easily enough from the chart, and thankfully the kit included all the threads I'd need. But I started it really close to the edge of the fabric (which is why it's slightly off-kilter in the frame – they had a hard time framing it). I also ran out of a lot of the thread too quickly and had to compromise a lot.
The sampler is a verse from the Quran, and it's in Arabic. It reads, "Say, 'He is the only God, the absolute God. He did not beget, nor was He begotten. There is none like Him." Simple, but poignant.
This lives back home somewhere. It's a clumsy first attempt, but I don't think it's too shabby, considering. I'm actually a little shocked that I took on such a big, complicated sampler to start with, but I guess I didn't know any better.
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Six new works and more to come
Mar 13, 2011
I've been revving up my art production. This week alone, I created six new originals, and I'm currently working on two more wood panel pieces. Why the exponential pace you ask?
Check back Monday morning and you'll find out.
Labels: my art
3 comments:
- only daydreaming said...
just read your interview on Etsy. congrats! but I'm going to cry just a little bit if my favorite painting sells before I am able to buy it.
- 3/14/2011
- Kate Pabst said...
I absolutely love all of these. So beautiful. Well done!
- 3/17/2011
- Minuet Sandifer said...
Beautiful! Your last piece is STUNNING!
- 3/17/2011
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Scariest Raps EverGet scared to death... the raps on this list vl give ya goosebumps fr a long time, honey...!
The Top Ten
Em murderin his own wife...! Pyschotic... Da hook gave me goosebumps..!
Couldn't sleep for a while...
Not just the scariest rap song but also the scariest song on earth. this song is about a man who has an ambition to prove to people how "real" he is. he steals, gets into fights, sells crack cocaine, and to finally prove himself, rapes a woman.
'Pac's ghost killin his enemies... Its music video must stil be givin sleepless nites to Puffy...!
A wicked ebay but the hook and beat us really eerie
Only 2PAC can frighten!
When they turn out the lights, I'll be there in the dark, thugging eternal through my heart...now Hail mary
Please tell me if this was based on a true story or not because this was scary as hell when I read the lyrics
Ohh... stan's suicide stil gives me creeps.
This song is mad scary. Took third in my scariest songs list. - fireinside96
This song is scary, but it is so amazing, dang that's when rap was still good
the man's hand bleeds by punchin on the concrete...! Ugrss..
I absolutely love this beat! One of the best
Made this rap afta he saw such a dream... very creepy...
Usually very undr-rated... very psycho...
Cant leave this one out...!
The Contenders
I like the song even if it's actually really depressing
The fact that he was 13 when he wrote this is terrifying.
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|"Kimono" by Dawn Star Wood
Acrylic, Gold Leaf, White Gel Pen
For those who aren't familiar with Blue Moon Gallery during the holiday season, those of the Blue Moon Collective artists try to do small pieces that people could purchase for either gifts or holiday decorations. The last couple of years I've always been at a loss of what to do to bring in but this year I have been able to come up with something: Small paintings based off of fabric patterns. Of the different patterns that I have been looking at and tried working with, I've discovered that the patterns for bolts of fabric meant to be for kimonos has come out the best.
|"Cherry and Plum Blossom Kimono" by Dawn Star Wood
Acrylic, Gold Gel Pen
As many people know about my work, I'm for the most part a watercolorist but there are times I feel like experimenting with other mediums and often does a mix of them together to see how they come out. With this little project I've been using mostly acrylics. I started off using gold leaf but quickly discovered that for me it wasn't the best to use on canvas because I did end up having a small cloud of tiny gold flakes EVERYWHERE and if not painted over with a clear sealer of sorts, the gold leaf will rub off. While cleaning the excess gold leaf off of a piece, it was very tricky as to not inhale the flakes or keep them from going all over my desk. The next time I use it, I really am considering wearing a dust mask to try to keep down on any potential health hazards or mess.
|"End of Summer" by Dawn Star Wood
Acrylic, Gold Gel Pen
Today, while going on another search for various patterns that I could try to translate into a painting, something caught my attention. It was actually an entry on a blog called Kimono Mania that spoke of a website that they had come across titled WAFRICA which brings African and Japanese design together. My attention perked, I clicked the link and was quickly transported to the website where I was greeted by images of lovely African and Japanese women wearing stunning kimonos which were made with traditional African patterned fabric. I knew right then and there that I needed to share this amazing website with others. Not only do visitors get to see the beautiful creations but get to learn a little bit about the brilliant mind behind these pieces, Serge Mouangue. I was fascinated while reading his bio over the fact a native of Yaounde, Cameroon found his way Japan by way of his work in all things, the automotive industry. I don't want to spoil the entire biography of this talented man so I will leave it up to my readers to look at the website themselves. The website also allows visitors to order Kimono and Obi sets. A delightful surprise, it really gives me ideas for future pieces.


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Study 14, 6 x 8 in.
So this one is less of a tree study than some of the others, but the trees were still my main focus. I painted this study somewhere in the midst of all the others, and since I spent a good bit of yesterday and today dedicated to my kids and the "business" of art, it got the nod for today's post.
It's a scene I painted while in Idaho on one of our quick studies--I left out the hay this time, and changed the fence line--I'm planing to do a larger version (with the hay), but I'm trying out a few things first.
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Have you picked up the TWO templates that I have offered up so far this month?
(find it here: Life as Their Mom Facebook Page)
And did you know… I'm going to keep offering up free goodies… 10 more to be exact.
(find it here: My Scrapbook Art blog)
The next one will be going up HERE on the blog on Monday.
Go! Quick, fast! Go and grab the templates now!


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I had my post-op check up with my surgeon last Friday, as well as an appointment with my oncologist. My oncologist was seriously overjoyed at my fantastic, complete response to chemo. Since the normal course of events after a cancer diagnosis is surgery-chemo-radiation, oncologists very rarely get to see chemo's full fighting power, as surgery removes most (hopefully all) of the cancer and chemo plays clean up. She described my complete response to chemo as a Grand Slam in the oncology world!
In a couple of days, I have my first physical therapy appointment. I'm really looking forward to improving my range of motion, particularly in my right arm. I have some signs of slight Axillary Web Syndrome under my right arm where I had my lymph node dissection. This condition is pretty common, and easily correctable through special massage and stretching.
I'm also having my first saline fill on Friday. I've heard it can get pretty uncomfortable, but is pretty cool to watch as my chest grows right before my very eyes! I'll be sure to report back.


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NASCAR has moved the start of the Sunday's race at Bristol up one hour to 1 p.m. EDT due to the threat of heavy rains and thunderstorms in the area.
But it may not matter.
Rain is predicted beginning in the morning and is expected to last all day and well into the night. There is a 50 percent chance of rain at 10 a.m., an 80 percent chance at the time of the race and a 100 percent change by 3 p.m, according the Weather Channel.
NEWS: The start time for Sunday's #FoodCity500 has been moved to 1:00 pm ET/10:00 am PT. pic.twitter.com/eN3laLEHtA
— NASCAR (@NASCAR) April 14, 2018
If the race is postponed it will be run on Monday.
The only NASCAR race that has had to be postponed this year was at Martinsville.
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This or That?
This or that? Should I select a California roll or Sesame chicken? When I'm grocery shopping, it's so easy to pick up something for a quick dinner. My husband prefers Chinese with fried rice and I usually have that as well. However, this time, I decided to choose the California roll. When I compared the two in my Fooducate app, I'm glad I did! It's not always possible to eat perfectly, but in these situations be sure to make the BETTER choice!
Sesame Roll: Grade B-
Chinese chicken: Grade D+
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Hi guys,
So i finally finished a desk that I had made and decided to stain it last night. I sanded the entire think with 220 sand paper, applied wood conditioner, then the stain. I used polyshades, and now kinda with I had gone with a different type. After looking at it this morning, it looks really blotchy. I applied it with a foam brush, then wiped the excess off after a few minutes. After reading reviews on this product, it seems most people don't like this stuff. I am hoping with a second coat, things will start to look better, but here is my question for you…
Should I sand it with fine sand paper – around 320 to help even it out then just apply another coat of the polyshades?
OR, should I sand it and then switch to a regular oil based stain (no poly) to help even it out? I don't know if adding a different stain at this point will make it even worse.
Thanks for any advise!
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#1 posted 08-28-2012 08:18 PM
Some years back, the moderator of a finishing forum (elsewhere) called Polyshades and insult to the can it's put in. Having never read the label, I always thought it was a brushing varnish (no wiping required). In any case, I'm not exactly sure what the correct next steps would be…but I would: 1) toss the Polyshades, and certainly do not put another coat on the desk. 2.) if the appearance of the desk (the blotchy part) is acceptable, 2 more coats of regular varnish may give you the finish you need for durability. 3) putting more stain of the Polyshades would actually be applying a glaze…..and if the blotchiness is unacceptable, that glaze may hide some of the appearance. I think I'd try a few things on some scrap and see if any of them are suitable. One other thought, since this is a desk, you might consider stripping the top, and not the sides/legs or whatever else there is. The top would be the most noticeable, and stripping a flat surface would not be to hard to do. Then start over with some better quality products.
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#2 posted 08-28-2012 08:24 PM
How about some pictures megaroo612?
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#3 posted 08-28-2012 08:28 PM
Just my opinion, but I avoid MW "stuff" at all times.
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#4 posted 08-28-2012 08:37 PM
I know I go against the normal here, but I have no issues with PolyShades. HOWEVER I only used it in an implementation that required it to be black, but still show grain, while being protective. For this, it worked great.
I wouldn't say I'd use it as a finish for a desk, though. It's a tinted finish, not a stain. If it's the color you want, you're better off going with a stain, then a finish over that.
As for what to try next, get out the scraps as Fred suggested. It might add time, but it'd be time better spent then sanding off an additional 3-4 layers of the stuff if you decide you hate it! For what it's worth, when I used PolyShades, it took until coat 3 before it was an even color across the whole thing. I was also using black, so it was pretty easy to tell.
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#5 posted 08-28-2012 08:39 PM
I don't like Polyshades, but I have used it in the past. I did not wipe off the excess. I believe wiping it off contributed to the blotchiness. The grain that would soak up the stain/finish did so and took on some color. The other areas that did not soak it up did not get much color. If you left it on to dry, it would have had a more even color, even though some areas would be shinier than others with the first coat of poly just laying on top of the wood. Since the first coat will seal the surface after it is dry, you could even things out by putting on another coat and not wiping it off.
-- Dale Manning, Carthage, NY
#6 posted 08-28-2012 08:58 PM
Polyshades is a PITA to use IME. I've gotten so-so results after thinning it quite a bit with mineral spirits to help it flow and slow the dry time. You have to be really careful to not rebrush freshly applied areas, which makes it darn near impossible to use.
I'm torn about how I'd approach fixing your dilemna….add more coats to see how it goes, or strip it off now before you invest anymore time. Sorry, I don't think there's an easy sure-fire answer….
-- Happiness is like wetting your pants...everyone can see it, but only you can feel the warmth....
#7 posted 08-28-2012 09:27 PM
Thanks everyone, I think I am gonna try one more coat when I get home tonight and see how it goes. This time, however, I am not gonna wipe it off. I am new to this whole staining thing and I guess just assumed polyshades would act just like a regular stain and I could brush it on and wipe off the excess. But I guess not. Live and learn right? Sorry I can't post any pictures right now as I am at work. I will let you all know how it goes tomorrow. From here on out, I am definitely gonna use regular stain though.
One more thing… I kept getting these little bubbles. when i first wipe the stain on. I am stirring the stain and not shaking it, is it because I am using a foam brush??
#8 posted 08-28-2012 10:18 PM
From what I've seen/experienced, products like Polyshades are meant for really small projects. I used a similar product to finish a large panel on a credenza and regretted it every minute afterwards.
-- "Well, at least we can still use it as firewood... maybe." - Doss
#9 posted 08-28-2012 11:55 PM
What knotscott said is exactly right with this stuff. You have to thin it some if you want the bubbles to all come out, because normally you would just brush slowly to avoid bubbles, then lightly go over the area with the tip of the brush only to remove any bubbles that do form. With this stuff, if you brush back over it, the brush marks will show even when it dries. What I did is to not worry about the bubbles, then lightly sanded and hit it with 0000 steel wool to smooth it between coats and hit it again with 0000 steel wool after the last coat (three total is what I used). This smoothed any brush marks and bubble marks, but left a very dull finish. To bring back a little shine, I lightly waxed with paste wax.
-- Dale Manning, Carthage, NY
#10 posted 08-29-2012 01:31 AM
I have had only poor results with polyshades EXCEPT when I laid it on pine in very heavy coats and didn't wipe. The foam brushes will increase bubbles.
-- " I'll try to be nicer, if you'll try to be smarter" gfadvm
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#11 posted 08-29-2012 01:33 AM
lesson learned…
test any new finish on a scrap board.
-- I yam what I yam and that's all what I yam
#12 posted 08-30-2012 01:01 AM
Well I got the second coat on last night and it looks a lot better. Doesn't show as much of the details in the wood as I would've liked, but I can live with it. It definitely worked better to brush it on like paint rather than try to wipe it like stain.
Thanks everyone for your help!
#13 posted 08-30-2012 01:53 AM
I used it once. That was enough. Tossed the rest of the can. Can't believe they still sell that stuff.
-- Life is good.
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#14 posted 08-30-2012 03:47 AM
Yep, Polyshades isn't a stain as much as it's tinted film finish. You would never use something like regular poly and wipe off the excess.
As Knotscott said, it works okay if brushed on thin…not rubbed on like you would a stain.
IME, putting more finish won't help much…just makes your stripping more difficult. It acts like regular poly finish in that newer coats just lay atop the bottom coats…so unless the color is dark enough to cover the flaws, then I'm not sure it's worth the effort. And at that point, the wood grain is probably pretty much obscured by then.
The crime of Polyshades isn't so much the product, it's that people are misled as to it's proper application. Even so, there's probably a zillion better choices available.
-- jay, www.allaboutastro.com
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#15 posted 08-30-2012 12:48 PM
Polyshades is proof you can package disaster in a can, Just my .02
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