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West Park Leisure Centre
gym facilities
cardio zone
The cardio area is perfect to keep fit and your heart healthy. Our range of state-of-the-art Technogym® equipment is designed to give you a varied workout, increase fitness and keep you healthy.
Equipment Includes: Technogym® treadmills, recumbent and upright bikes, cross trainers, rowers, hand bikes and crossover machines.
fixed strength and resistance
Using resistance equipment in your workout builds specific muscle groups to increase your strength and muscle tone. It is an excellent way to introduce yourself to weights as the machine guides your movement.
Equipment Includes: Pec dec, chest press, shoulder press, lat pulldown, low row, leg extension, leg curl, leg press, abdominal crunch, abductor and adductor, plus a whole range of Kinesis machines designed to bridge the gap between fixed resistance machines and free weights.
free weights zone
Target specific muscle groups and improve your strength, muscle mass and core stability with free weights. Free weights help burn body fat, develop lean muscles and increase a resting metabolic rate.
Equipment includes: Full olympic bar and adjustable squat rack, full range of free weights and benches.
cable equipment and suspension training
Cable equipment allows you to use multi-directional movements to increase your strength and muscle tone. Our TRX™ suspension system uses your own body weight to increase strength and balance.
Equipment includes: TRX™, Smith machine, dual adjustable pulley, 4 cable crossover machine and single adjustable cable.
balance, core and functional training zone
This versatile area allows you to warm-up, stretch, lunge and squat and use smaller equipment that can help with core and strength training.
Equipment includes: Arke core strength, ViPR and kettlebells, battle ropes, stability ball and bosu.
group exercise classes
Technogym® MyWellness Cloud
MyWellness coud enables you to individually track your health and fitness via a dedicated website and mobile app. It can help you track your movements and acheieve your fitness goals. Create or sign into your account here.
West Park Leisure Centre has a range of exercise classes including holistic classes such as yoga and pilates to weights-based BODYPUMP™ and martial arts inspired BODYCOMBAT™. We also have a range of virtual classes and a dedicated spin bike studio. You can view the group exercise timetable here.
Regular swimming will make you fitter and can improve your health and wellbeing and it's fun!
main pool
From 1.0m to 1.6m deep and a constant 29° the main pool offers a wide range of activities including: casual swimming, aqua aerobics, lane swim, 50+ only, disabled swim and adult only sessions.
small pool
The small pool is ideal for families. From 0.5m to 0.9m depth and 31° and includes fun splash time, casual swimming and splash tots.
All these activities are included in the Health Club membership. Swimming is FREE to all children up to 5 years of age.
We also offer a full range of swimming lessons for both adults and children from 3 months old.
Our fabulous sauna and steam suite provides a wonderful place to relax and unwind. They are a perfect accompaniment to any workout or a place to escape the stresses of everyday life.
The sauna and steam suite also benefit from their own dedicated showers and changing area.


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I begin by placing a poorly written Worm Experiment experiment under the document camera, and ask them to tell their neighbor about this experiment. I remind students that scientists do experiments, but they also must be able communicate their experiments and results to others, and challenge them to write their procedures in such a way that anyone who reads it would be able to follow it without any help.
Next, I pass out the Experimental Design Rubric, and I ask them how they would score this experiment. We work as a class to revise the experiment, which really helps students understand what is expected from them.
I have students send up someone to get supplies, and start passing out worms and coir, which is a coconut fiber bedding. I remind them to have a fair test, they will need to divide the worms evenly among their different trials. After materials are distributed, I circulate to keep them moving forward on their procedures. Once they are making progress, I remind them to revise their written procedures to be specific and to make sure they have included all possible steps.
Once the worms have all been placed into their experiments, and the procedures have been recorded, I have each student write a prediction about the outcome of the experiment with a reason for their thinking. The revisions we made to the sample experiment earlier in the lesson make this step more clear for students.
Finally, I collect science notebooks, and ask them to reflect on their participation during science today. I use the Experimental Design Rubric to assess a sample of student work (Exemplary Student Notebook Sample), and I use this to determine areas of focus for future lessons, as well as identifying students that may need additional support.

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In Focus: 10/23/2009
Top News
As part of the federal government's economic stimulus program, the National Institutes of Health put out a call for research proposals that were "of high risk, but which would yield high benefits." Their goal was to inject money into research projects that could be completed in a short period of time to see whether or not they have long-term promise.
A record 20,000 proposals were submitted and only 200 – just one percent – were funded.
A Southwestern chemistry professor is among the researchers who will be working on one of these projects.
Lynn Guziec, assistant professor of chemistry, will receive $231,950 over the next two years to work with a colleague at The University of Texas at Austin on a project that could enable physicians to detect diseases earlier and more easily than current methods.
Read the rest of the story here.
Three Southwestern biology professors have been recognized for inspiring hope – both through their genetic research that could lead to new therapies for breast cancer and through their work with the next generation of doctors and researchers.
Maria Todd, assistant professor of biology, Maria Cuevas, associate professor of biology, and Rebecca Sheller, associate professor of biology, received the first "Inspiring Hope" award presented by the Breast Cancer Resource Centers of Texas, a nonprofit organization created by breast cancer survivors to support women who are newly diagnosed with the disease.
The award was presented Oct. 21 during a stop of the national "Pink Heals Tour" in Georgetown. The tour is designed to raise awareness about breast cancer and features a crew of firefighters touring the country in a pink fire truck.
Read the rest of the story here.
The National Institute for Technology in Liberal Education, which is now headquartered at Southwestern, launched a new Web site last week.
NITLE also has expanded its blogging efforts to focus on three key areas for small liberal arts colleges dealing with technology:
- Techne blogs about the integration of technology into teaching and learning;
- Perspectives: Technology Leadership in the Liberal Arts features conversations with leaders about technology strategy and infrastructure; and
- Liberal Education Tomorrow: Emerging Technologies reports on emerging technologies and how they impact the liberal arts campus.
All three blogs can be followed from "The Daily NITLE" section of the NITLE home page or at blogs.nitle.org.
Another new initiative that can be found on the Web site are "NITLE Labs," which house collaborative and inter-campus projects and research initiatives focused on new technologies with strategic promise for liberal education. Current projects include a collaboration with Decapod and work with Manakin, DSpace's new interface toolkit.
For more information on how NITLE can help Southwestern faculty and staff, visit http://www.nitle.org/help/
"The Fifth Sun," an original production written, produced and directed by Southwestern students, will be presented in the Black Box Theater (also known as the Heather McGaughey Rehearsal Hall) Oct. 23-25. Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 p.m. and the Sunday performance is at 3 p.m.
"The Fifth Sun" comes from the Aztec "Legend of the Five Suns," which states that each sun is a period of time wherein there is peace and life on earth. When a sun dies, the world is absorbed in chaos as the gods destroy the world in order to renew it. The Aztecs believed there are only five suns and that we live the era of the last sun. "The Fifth Sun" presents four characters who, facing a world plagued with death and destruction, hope for something better and wait for a new beginning.
Tickets for the play are $5 and may be purchased online at www.southwestern.edu/boxoffice or by calling the box office at 512-863-1378.
Cellist Hai Zheng and pianist Kiyoshi Tamagawa will give a faculty recital on Monday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. in the Alma Thomas Theater. The program will consist of works by Beethoven, Bloch and Prokofiev.
The performance is free and open to the public. For more information, call The Sarofim School of Fine Arts at 512-863-1504.
Elliott Antokoletz, a professor of musicology at The University of Texas at Austin, will present a lecture titled "Bartok and the Modernist Movement" on Wednesday, October 28, at 8 p.m. in the Alma Thomas Theater. Antokeltz is the author of The Music of Bela Bartok: A Study of Tonality and Progression in Twentieth-Century Music, Bela Bartok, A Guide To Research, Twentieth Century Music, Musical Symbolism in the Operas of Debussy and Bartok: Trauma, Gender, and the Unfolding of the Unconscious, and is contributing editor of Bartok Perspectives: Man, Composer, and Ethnomusicologist.
The lecture is free and open to the public. For more information, call Michael Cooper at 512-863-1843.
Award-winning British guitarist Michael Partington will present a guest recital on Friday, Oct. 30, at 7 p.m. in the Alma Thomas Theater. The program will consist of works by Manuel Maria Ponce, Domenico Scarlatti, Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Mauro Giuiani and Leo Brouwer.
Partington currently lives in Seattle, where he is director of the Guitar Program at the University of Washington.
The performance is free and open to the public. For more information, call The Sarofim School of Fine Arts at 512-863-1504.
Media Coverage
The Williamson County Sun ran a story about the solar collector installed on the roof of the Phi Delta Theta house.
The Williamson County Sun ran a story about Lynn Guziec's $231,950 grant from the National Institutes of Health.
The Williamson County Sun ran a story about Southwestern's $100,000 grant from the Mellon Foundation to continue the Engaged Diversity program.
Members of the Southwestern community contributed more than $1,700 worth of food to The Caring Place this fall. Economics Professor Mary Young donated $1,300 worth of ground beef from her ranch and faculty, staff and students donated $400 worth of canned food to accompany the beef.
Alisa Gaunder, associate professor of political science, presented a paper titled "From Madonnas to Assassins − The Changing Image of Female Politicians in Japan" at the Southwest Conference on Asian Studies held at UT-Austin Oct. 16-17. Gaunder also was a panelist on a roundtable discussion that analyzed the 2009 Lower House election in Japan.
Barbara Boucher Owens, associate professor of computer science, will be the keynote speaker at the 5th University Course Forum in Computer Science to be held Oct. 25-26 in Chengdu, Sichuan, China. The conference is the largest computer science educators conference in China. Owens will give a talk titled "The Role of Professional Societies in American Computing Education." Owens will give the same talk Oct. 27 at Peking University in Beijing, China, which is the country's most prestigious university. Owens is chair of the Association for Computing Machinery's Special Interest Group in Computer Science Education, the national organization for educators in computer science, mainly at the undergraduate level.
Earlier this month, Owens participated in the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing in Tucson, Ariz., where she represented Southwestern at the meeting of the Academic Alliance of the National Center for Women in Technology. At the Hopper conference, she also served as a member of the ACM Council on Women in Computing.
Eric Selbin, professor of political science, chaired panels on "International Relations Theory" and "Sovereignty, Culture, and the Global Pluralist Society," and participated in a panel on "Structural-Political Change in Latin America" at the International Studies Association-South Region meeting held last week in Nashville, Tenn.


text: Yesterday I upgraded from a Droid 2 Global to a Bionic and, so far, I am really liking it. Just one thing, though -- I would like to access my Yahoo Mail in addition to my gmail. The problem is that the Yahoo Mail app does not appear in my list of apps. I have tried uninstalling and reinstalling. Oddly, the Play Store acknowledges that I have the app downloaded yet, when I go to my Bionic I am unable to see it in my app list. So, I tried to work around this by using the generic email app and simply add Yahoo Mail that way. That won't even recognize my Yahoo login and password! I can go through the Play Store list of apps and open Yahoo Mail and use it that way but....you get the picture. I just want to see the Yahoo Mail app in my app list so I have one-click access. Does anyone have any insight as to what is happening and how to resolve?


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In their world frivolous liaisons are commonplace, but Anna and Vronsky's consuming passion makes them a target for scorn and leads to Anna's increasing isolation. The heartbreaking trajectory of their relationship contrasts sharply with the colorful swirl of friends and family members who surround them, especially the newlyweds Kitty and Levin, who forge a touching bond as they struggle to make a life together. Anna Karenina is a masterpiece not only because of the unforgettable woman at its core and the stark drama of her fate, but also because it explores and illuminates the deepest questions about how to live a fulfilled life.
Now, I know that this is quite out of the norm for our blog. I know that this book is not supernatural or anything magical. Still, I have a passion for the classics and thought, "Hey, why not?" So, for any one who might want to read something out of the norm, here you go.
Let me start off by saying that this book is LONG! I know, that is a little obvious, but I feel the need to express it. It took me two weeks to read this book and seeing as how I read "Gone with the Wind" in three days, the length and details of this book can be determined with that information.
So when the book starts off, we expect it to be about some woman named Anna Karenina right? Well, its not. That is the first unique thing about the book. The book begins with Oblonsky, the unfaithful older brother to Anna. So this in itself is something to help foreshadow the events of the book. Basically, there is an affair which gives you a pretty good foreshadowing of what is to come....Need I say more?
Throughout the book, the point of view changes but the point remains the same. Love. Betrayal. Death. What more could you want?
Throughout the book, the point of view changes but the point remains the same. Love. Betrayal. Death. What more could you want?
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Out soon in English and Welsh, the latest of our Explorer HQ books under the Mission:Explore name.
This is Mission:Explore National Parks, and involves the usual shenanigans of creative ideas for kids of all ages.
The books will be available for £5 from all National Park shops in England, Scotland and Wales. Here's a pile fresh back from the printers.
As always it's been wrangled by myself, Dan Raven Ellison and Mark Pearce, and shaped by Helen Steer, who skilfully blended all of our words with some inkings from the mighty Tom Morgan Jones.
Very proud to have been involved with this, and we also have two other projects which are freshly brewed and about to launch. Will tell all when I'm allowed to…
Watch this space for plenty more exciting Explorer HQ news soon….


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Sons of Blackwater Open Corporate Spying Shop• http://www.wired.com/
Veterans from the most infamous private security firm on Earth and one of the military's most controversial datamining operations are teaming up to provide the Fortune 500 with their own private spies.
Take one part Blackwater, and another part Able Danger, the military data-mining op that claimed to have identified members of al-Qaida living in the United States before 9/11. Put 'em together, and you've got a new company called Jellyfish.
Jellyfish is about corporate-information dominance. It swears it's leaving all the spy-world baggage behind. No guns, no governments digging through private records of its citizens.
"Our organization is not going to be controversial," pledges Keith Mahoney, the Jellyfish CEO, a former Navy officer and senior executive with Blackwater's intelligence arm, Total Intelligence Solutions. Try not to make a joke about corporate mercenaries.
His partners know from controversy. Along with Mahoney, there's Michael Yorio, the executive vice president for business development and another Blackwater vet; Yorio recently prepped the renamed Xe Services for its life after founder Erik Prince sold it.


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Here's a possible itinerary if you're short on time and you want to explore Bicol on a weekend. An overnight stay is actually enough to swim with the whale sharks, watch fireflies, conquer Mayon Volcano, and feast on Bicolano dishes. We shall refer to this part of your Bicol adventure as the Mayon-Butanding Connection.
This itinerary is designed for those who are taking the bus from Manila on a Friday night and leaving Bicol, again by bus, on Sunday night. Likewise, this is also intended for those flying to Legazpi on an early Saturday morning and flying back to Manila on Monday morning. You can use the same itinerary as long as you have an overnight to spare in Bicol (make that two nights if you're traveling by plane).
If you take the 7pm bus trips from Manila, expect to be in Legazpi by 6am the next day. Cebu Pacific has the earliest flight to Legazpi, you'll be in the city by 7am if the flight is not delayed.
Breakfast. If you're hungry, you can have breakfast at Bigg's Diner, a popular local food chain. They have branches in Daraga, Old Albay, LCC and Gaisano Malls. Head to their Old Albay branch. From the Legazpi Terminal, your last bus stop, hop on a jeep that bears a Daraga sign and asked to be dropped off at the Capitol. Fare is PhP8. From there, it is a short walk to the diner.
Your other option is to take a tricycle, in which case you will need to shell out PhP40-50 for the ride. From the airport, ride one of the tricycles that are parked outside and tell the driver to take you to Bigg's Diner. Fare should not be more than PhP40. Slowly acquaint your tastebud with Bicol cuisine by ordering their pork chop and laing combo meal.
If it's hole-in-the-wall dining experience that you fancy, eat at Kaunan ni Jun. Follow the same direction from the bus terminal and airport and ask the driver to drop you off in front of the Albay Astrodome. The eatery is not hard to find from here.
Romancing Mayon. After your quick breakfast, it is time to see Mayon. Since commuting will take a lot of your time, I suggest you hire a tricycle to take you to three viewing spots – Daraga Church, Cagsawa Ruins, and Lingnon Hill – and back to the city. The price can go from PhP200 to PhP300 depending on how good you are in haggling. Do not agree if the driver commands a higher price. If you're traveling as a big group, I suggest you avail the city tour package offered by your hotel.
Your first stop in conquering Mayon is Daraga Church where you get a view of Mayon from a hill. Added bonus here is the Church of Our Lady of the Gate, which facade was built using volcanic rocks from Mayon.
After which, proceed to Cagsawa Ruins which is famous for its bell tower, the only remnant of the Cagsawa Church when Mayon erupted in the 18th century. Have some trick and jump shots taken with Mayon as your backdrop. Entrance fee is PhP20.
Your next stop is Lingnon Hill, a really interesting spot to view Mayon. Environmental fee, which also serves as your entrance fee, is PhP20. I am not sure if the tricycle can get to the top of the hill. If not, you are in for some "smooth" climbing. Try the zipline ride (PhP250) for a unique Mayon-watching experience.
Ask the driver to drop you off at the Gaisano Mall for lunch. You can eat at 1st Colonial Grill and try their chili ice cream.
Going to Donsol. After lunch, head back to the Legazpi Terminal (jeepney fare is PhP8, tricycle ride costs PhP30) and ride the shuttle vans to Donsol. Fare is PhP75. Travel time is an hour and a half, at most.
Once in Donsol and you've settled your stuff at your resort, proceed to the Tourism Office to register, avail of slots for next day's tours and attend the briefing. You will pay PhP100 as your registration fee while the tour costs PhP3,500 and can be shared among six people. The Tourism Office is open until 5:00pm. Read everyhing there is to know about the whale shark tour here.
After the briefing, you can go back to your resort and take some rest while you wait for the sunset. You should not miss Donsol's sunset.
If you want, go on a firefly tour by 6:00pm. You can take the tour from Amor Farm Beach Resort or from the jump-off point near Donsol's only prominent bridge.
After the tour (which can run for two hours at most), have dinner at Kawnkita Restaurant where their house specialty is Bicol cuisine such as adobadong manok, bicol express, and kinunot (fish meat, malunggay leaves, chili, coconut milk).
Day 2.
Date with the butandings. Get up early for the whale shark tour if you're able to book the 7:00am schedule. If you weren't lucky to reserve and would be needing luck to get on the first batch of the tours, you need to be at the Tourism Center before 7:00am. The tour runs for three hours so you will be back at your resort by lunchtime.
After lunch, proceed to Donsol's Terminal and ride the vans to go back to Legazpi. There are usualy vans until 2:00pm, after which only jeepneys travel to Daraga, some 30 minutes ride to Legazpi. Jeepney fare is PhP60, travel time is almost two hours.
Once back in Legazpi, you can buy pasalubongs at the terminal. The items are a lot cheaper here compared to tourist spots like the Cagsawa Ruins.
If you still have time, have meryenda at Small Talk. It is a famous local restaurant revered for its fusion Bicolano dishes. Try the Bicol Express Pasta or Mayon Pizza. Follow the same direction when going to Bigg's Diner. Small Talk is some few meters away from the diner.
Goodbye Bicolandia. After which you ride the bus back to Manila. Make sure you take one of the window seats on the right side you can bid goodbye to Mayon while she melts into darkness.
For those spending the night in Legazpi for their early morning flight to Manila, you can hang out at Embarcadero de Legazpi where you get a seafront view of Mayon. Remember Baywalk of yesteryears? Embarcadero transforms into that after dusk so you can probably have dinner here.
If you still have the energy and wanting a good massage to end your weekend escape, there's a good massage place on the third floor of Gaisano Mall (which name escapes me at the moment and that should tell you to come back to this posy for an update). The massage costs PhP300.
Alternative itinerary. Head straight to Donsol after arriving in Legazpi and then take the 10:00am or 2:00pm whale shark tours and end your day with the firefly tour. Wake up early the next day and head back to Legazpi where you conquer Mayon and feast some more on Bicolano dishes.
See? A weekend in Bicol is not really complicated. You get to glide along the world's largest fish and enjoy the sight of the world's near-perfect cone in just two days. Enjoy your Mayon-Butanding Connection!
Love and light, everyone. Go, juanderlust! 😀
Posted via WordPress for Android while enjoying middle of the road music, on my way home to Donsol.
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Of the crimes that are reported or discovered, less than half are ever cleared. According to the FBI Uniform Crime Reports, only 44.3 percent of violent crimes and 15.8 percent of property offenses in the USA were cleared in 2006, the latest year reported.
Unfortunately, not all cleared cases result in a prosecution for the most serious crimes the suspect is believed to have committed. In some cases, no formal charges are filed by the prosecutor or charged in a grand jury indictment.
Not only is it frustrating for an arresting or investigating officer to get a "no charge" or "reduced charge" decision, but it may also open the officer and his or her agency to litigation of civil liability lawsuits. And worst of all, the failure to prosecute a serious offender may mean further threats to public safety and continued victimization of the community.
There could be several different reasons for the gap between what you arrest for and what the charging authority agrees to file, if anything. Understanding a few legal principles may lessen your frustration level and could even help increase the chances of a successful prosecution.
Just because a prosecutor declines to file or a grand jury declines to indict does not necessarily mean there has been a bad arrest. A law enforcement officer can make an arrest based on probable cause (Atwater v. City of Lago Vista, Texas); however, proving guilt in a criminal trial requires the prosecutor to meet a much higher burden, proving the charges beyond a reasonable doubt. (In re Winship) Unless it appears likely that this higher burden of proof can be met, criminal proceedings cannot ethically be commenced. Sometimes, therefore, the charging gap results from the simple fact that the quantity and quality of evidence that may be more than enough to constitute probable cause nevertheless falls short of what would be needed to establish guilt at trial.
In making a probable cause determination, police officers are not limited to a consideration of evidence that would be admissible in court. When defendants have argued to the Supreme Court that officers should not rely on inadmissible evidence, the court has pointed out why the rules of evidence need not apply to arrests:
"[This argument] places a wholly unwarranted emphasis upon the criterion of admissibility in evidence, to prove the accused's guilt, of the facts relied upon to prove probable cause. That [argument], we think, goes much too far in confusing and disregarding the difference between what is required to prove guilt in a criminal case and what is required to show probable cause for arrest." (Brinegar v. U.S.)
In making a charging decision, the prosecutor or grand jury must consider the possibility that some of the evidence supporting PC for arrest will be inadmissible at trial, perhaps leaving too little proof to establish guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. For example, an officer is entitled to base an arrest on hearsay, even though most hearsay is inadmissible in court. (Crawford v. Washington) There are usually greater courtroom restrictions on information that is privileged (such as husband-wife, doctor-patient, or attorney-client communications). Even the basic evidentiary rule excluding irrelevant material does not apply to probable cause determinations. And there may be issues about the admissibility of critical evidence under the various court-created exclusionary rules.
In other words, the prosecutor must be able to meet a higher burden of proof than the arresting officer and must do so with less evidence. Having to do more with less sometimes keeps the prosecutor from being able to file charges.
In old movies, characters often spoke as if the corpus delicti was the actual dead body in a murder case. Some legal commentators equate the corpus with the elements of the crime. Both of these notions are mistaken. The term "corpus delicti" merely means the body of the crime. Proving a corpus delicti simply requires showing that some harm or injury occurred as the result of human agency. It does not necessarily include a showing of each element of an offense.The corpus rule, not being constitutional in origin, is applied somewhat differently in some states and federal jurisdictions, but it generally amounts to a rule that prevents convicting a defendant of a crime on the basis of his own confession, unless there is independent evidence to corroborate the commission of the crime he is confessing to. The rule is designed to prevent sending innocent people to prison for crimes based on a false confession.
It is entirely appropriate for a police officer to arrest a person who comes into the station and confesses to a crime. "People do not lightly admit a crime and place critical evidence in the hands of the police in the form of their own admissions. Admissions of crime carry their own indicia of reliability-sufficient at least to support a finding of probable cause." (Harris v. U.S.)
But though the admission is enough to establish PC to arrest, it is not enough to support a conviction, absent independent corroborating evidence. This is the corpus delicti rule. Operation of this rule will sometimes mean that a person who was validly arrested cannot be indicted or formally charged with the crime because there is no independent proof the crime occurred.
For example, a man might drown his girlfriend's baby in the bathtub while there were no witnesses around. Even if he later confessed, he could not be convicted on the basis of his own statement in some jurisdictions if there were no marks on the baby or other evidence to show that the drowning was intentional, rather than accidental.
To meet the requirements of the corpus rule, investigators must not rely exclusively on a suspect's incriminating statements but should seek independent evidence to establish the body of the crime. If the prosecutor or grand jury finds inadequate corroboration, a prosecution may be declined even though the arrest was valid.
It may help your chances of getting the proper charges filed if you identify all potential crimes that the admissible evidence will support filing. Even though the prosecutor may see a problem with a robbery, for example, he or she might agree to charge a theft or an assault.
And if possible, whenever charges are rejected, try to talk to the prosecutor about the reasons, and learn what needs to be done differently in future cases.


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text: So what do you guys think of the G&L L-1000? This is for those of you who have had a chance to play one. Is it an unglorified Stingray, or P-bass? Can you describe the tones, craftsmanship, and best suited styles(playing styles and music styles) that this bass is best suited for? Any favorite colors, or wood combinations? Any weird experiences with this bass? I should have one in about a week and will post my experience and progress with this bass for all of you to read.


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In a little toy adventure land in North Germany very close to Hamburg, experienced toy designers invent new toys and games for children every day, which develop their creativity, imagination, motor skills and sensibility.
For children, who want to experience a big, new adventure every day.
Touch rings, dummy chains: The test winners come from Heimess
(Güster, 21.08.2018) For its August issue, the magazine Öko-Test from Frankfurt am Main tested fifteen dummy chains from various manufacturers, including five made of wood. The Heimess dummy chain Soft Colours "Ladybug" completed the test without any...
Rüdiger the lobster: Will he now be Toy of the Year 2018?
(Güster, 24.07.2018) Big smiles at Gollnest & Kiesel, Germany's most northerly toy manufacturer. Once again two spectacular toys from the range of the wooden toy experts have been nominated for the leading German toy award "Das Goldene Schaukelpferd"...
Gollnest & Kiesel is the number one toy manufacturer!
(Güster, 24.07.2018) Every two years, the independent, medium-sized industry information service "markt-intern" conducts a major survey among more than 4,000 toy retailers in Germany, Austria and Switzerland on the performance of toy manufacturers....
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Susibelle, the enchanting toy world from goki.
• Unique use of colours
• Cheerful characters
• Stylish packaging design
Wooden toys meet lifestyle.
On the farm
Farm livingy can be wonderfully re-enacted with the hand-painted HOLZTIGER-figures.
Each figure is made by hand.
Eighth 'cause school in Uganda has been opened
'cause is much more than just a brand for high quality toys. 'cause encourages the imagination and creativity of children and gives them toys for their hands, heads and hearts. 'cause is the idea of combining the happiness of two children from two completely different worlds. 'cause frees the children in the Third World from the necessity of child labour and it builds schools for them.
The Royal Doll's Palace
Spacious: Seven large rooms provide the royal family with lots of space to feel at ease.
XXL terrace: Simply connect the extensions with the palace
Endearing details: Curved balustrade an hand rail, flag, round arched windows reaching to the ground.
The sound of the Caribbean
The sound of the Caribbean – The goki steel drum has arrived!
This instrument is fascinating, its sound is so unusual, but somehow also so familiar.
Is this what the Caribbean sounds like? We think so.
Every steel drum is handmade and is checked for its purity of sound.
Steel drum by goki (Art. No. 61908)
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XXL terrace: Simply connect the extensions with the palace
Endearing details: Curved balustrade an hand rail, flag, round arched windows reaching to the ground.


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Welcome to the Toool website
Toool is the The Open Organisation Of Lockpickers, a growing group of enthusiasts interested in locks, keys and ways of opening locks without keys. On this site you will find information about us getting together to practice our skills, about the conventions and championships we organize and lots and lots of information about our hobby.
Toool is the oldest lockpicking sports club in the world after the German SSD e.V.
This website is in English because most of the information on it is in English and because we found that the majority of our (web) visitors is not from the Netherlands.
LockCon 2017 was a blast! What a wonderful group of people, great talks and workshops and thrilling contests. The talk given by Tim Jenkin was very memorable. In fact, there were plenty of great talks!
We are currently busy starting up the Toool NL competition for 2018.
Toool was founded in 2002 in Amsterdam as a successor to the first Dutch lockpicking group founded in 1997. In 2006, a local chapter in Eindhoven was founded and in 2015 one in Groningen. They all have regular meetings (once every other week). Members of Toool are welcome in all three cities. People from abroad are welcome too to become a member. For Germany, see the pages of the Sportfreunde der Sperrtechnik.
The USA has a Toool US that was founded in 2005.
In the UK, a Toool UK was founded in 2014.
In Belgium, a Toool BE was founded in 2015. The current status is unknown.
In Norway, a Toool NO will be founded soon.
In Australia, Toool AU will be founded soon.
All these groups are separate legal entities, but they have strong bonds with Toool NL.
Upcoming gatherings
- Amsterdam:
- Eindhoven:
You cannot visit them without advance notification. Please see the gatherings-page for more information.
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On October 25, 2013, an item in the television series QI was devoted to TOOOL. See the BBC website and the QI website for more information.


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Frequently Asked Questions
Find the answers to your most commonly asked questions about new and used hot tubs, including accessories and repair work!
How Is Hot Tubs Galore Different?
People frequently tell us that our "holistic" approach (new and used sales, parts, service, repairs, moving, recycling, and salvaging) makes us more informed and gives us more credibility than stores that only deal with new hot tubs and only represent one brand name. Many people prefer to do business with a small family run company, such as Hot Tubs Galore, than a big franchise store. That's how we're different!
Do You Sell New and Used Hot Tubs?
Yes! At Hot Tubs Galore, we offer both new hot tubs and used hot tubs to all of our clients, depending on your preferences. Please take a look at our new hot tub range and used hot tub range pages for further information on selection and pricing. Contact us today for further information!
How Can Hot Tubs Galore Sell for Less than Everybody Else?
Our hot tub store in Surrey doesn't need to sell new spas in order to stay in business. We could get by selling only used hot tubs and running our "parts and service" department. New hot tubs are just "icing on the cake". So we can afford to sell them for less than places that rely solely on new hot tub sales to survive.
Often people come to us looking for a used spa but when they find out they can get a new one for so little, they decide to go that route instead. This allows us to keep a better inventory of used spas for those who are on an extremely limited budget.
Although we still specialize in used hot tubs, we now sell more new hot tubs than we do used ones. So you can see that when it comes to our low prices on new spas, everybody wins.
What is the "Best Quality" Hot Tub?
When shopping for a hot tub, there's a lot more to the selection process than simply identifying the "best quality" brand. Your choice should take into consideration your personal needs, tastes, priorities, and budget.
On the showroom floor of retail stores, terms like quality, performance, and workmanship are thrown around as "power words", but they don't really mean much without an accurate explanation and credible evidence.
What really matters is performance, comfort, reliability, insulation, longevity, and durability, which are all offered and explained with every hot tub we sell!
What Hot Tub Accessories Do You Offer?
We had a complete selection of diverse hot tub accessories for sale, including covers, parts, and equipment. Can't find what you're looking for elsewhere? We'll help you get it!
Can You Repair My Broken Hot Tub?
Yes! At Hot Tubs Galore, we're proud to offer extensive repair services. This is an integral service for any hot tub owner as, over time, things may need a bit of tweaking to ensure proper running condition. Simply contact us today for further information.
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Simply contact Hot Tubs Galore today! We are happy to offer removal, disposal, and recycling services for any one who needs. We are happy to play our part in keeping the environment clean by properly disposing of your old hot tub.
What are Some Things to Watch Out For When Buying Used?
Here are just a few of the potential problems that our hot tub store can protect you from when purchasing a used hot tub:
- Unsanitary conditions
- electronic malfunction
- obsolete and obscure essential parts
- plumbing problems
- computer issues
- wood rot, rust, cracks and delamination
- shell warp
- blisters and crazing
- rodent damage
- tub warp
- bug infestation
- mold
- insulation insufficiency or loss
- …and much more!
At Hot Tubs Galore, we fix every used hot tub and make sure it's running before we even put it up for sale. If we can't find the parts to repair it, we never offer it for sale and we keep it around for people needing old parts.
Remember that we also sell a wide variety of NEW hot tubs! Be sure to contact us for details.
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We in this special post will present the news how to download the new iOS 7 beta version for your iPhone very fast and safely. This iOS 7 beta 5 or beta 6 versions is not full specifications. This operations system for your iPhone is not complete and is for developers. But not is bad to instal on our iDevices to see the new desing on Apple company. This special iOS 7 Apple will present on 10 september with the new iPhone 5s. How we bellow will present some links where to download directly the iOS 7 beta for your iPhone 5 or iPhone 4s.
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We now here will give you the link to download the latest iOS 7 beta 6 for your iPhone. To tell agean this not is finaly version for your iPhone via Apple company. And to download this iOS 7 must be register how developers.
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The Ultimate Centering Punch
The Squid – Woodworker's Centering Punch
Made in the U.S.A
BLOKKZ' Woodworker's Centering Punch is a unique woodworking tool that has 4 notched, or grooved, legs that allow the user to quickly and accurately center punch round, square and rectangular material with a range of diameters from less than 1/4" to a maximum of 2-3/8" and on edge material up to 1-5/8" thick.
The punch rod is a 3/16" diameter stainless steel rod housed in a polycarbonate shell that can be easily disassembled should the need arise to sharpen the tip.
Assembly: For accurate results assemble Squid with the bolts supplied. For best accuracy tighten bolts until punch rod starts to bind and then back off slightly to allow the punch rod to slide freely.
Click here to watch our video demonstrating The Squid – Woodworker's Centering Punch
Posted by Unknown on 13th Sep 2016
1. A spring on the punch rod would be nice.
2. A Model with longer arms would be a big help for larger pieces of wood.
Posted by George Cook on 28th Sep 2015
There are no notches, or any other markings, on the legs. That may make it difficult to locate the center of items. I may add my own markings.
Posted by Unknown on 9th Jul 2015
Used it the day it arrived to find centers for wooden pistons. Works great!!!!
Posted by Bryan Meissner on 6th Jan 2014
I do a lot of turning and this tool is a fantastic center finder. Works great on any stock. Simple to use and its made in the USA what more could you want. Arrived quick and in great shape. Great tool over all.
Posted by John on 6th Jan 2014
Finally, a tool that allows me to find the center point of round, square and rectangular objects quickly accurately. It is especially useful for small diameter wooden dowels. The Squid very quickly became a member of my most needed tools.
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The Squid makes finding the center of round, square or rectangular stock simple and quick. Works as advertised, excellent bargain!


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Because we want to improve your life, IPT also offers you a comprehensive range of petroleum related services alongside a wealth of sub-brands including Elf Lubricants, individual and fleet fuel cards, IPT-Byblos Bank MasterCard, Bon Appétit convenience stores, McDonald's restaurants, EQUIPT petroleum equipment stores, LaserWash, Automatic Truck Wash, Auto Gadget car accessories shops, and Mountain Mudd Espresso drive-thru kiosks and coffee shops.


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I've been mulling about shapes like these ever since I got back to painting. Working in this format, though, made me wonder about making a book. And some quilts. So, an idea was born. Notice that I write all over my sketches, just to remind myself of what the thinking was at the time...it has moved on a bit from there, now.
I love the simplicity of sketches, and would like to make some stitched sketches in a similar vein... watch this space. The series seems to have a title; 'Linescapes'. These ones clearly tie up to landscape, but I think that overt marks like these will not last long; they come from one of my quilts, Norfolk Fields.
Although there is definitely a connection between the two, I think Linescapes is really about space, not about landscape per se. It might be argued that there is no difference...but it feels like there is.Now to clear the decks so I can Get On With It.


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Eggplant-Beef Pasta Bake
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Eggplant-Beef Pasta Bake
- In a large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Add eggplant; cook until tender, stirring frequently. Remove from skillet. Add ground beef, onion, and garlic to skillet. Cook until meat is brown, using a wooden spoon to break up meat as it cooks. Drain off fat. Stir in eggplant, tomatoes, tomato sauce, basil, oregano, salt, and crushed red pepper. Spread mixture in a shallow baking pan to cool quickly.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again. Stir pasta into meat mixture.
- Line a 2-quart baking dish or 8x8x1 3/4-inch square disposable foil pan with a triple layer of plastic wrap, extending the wrap to one side so there is enough to cover when folded back over dish. Transfer meat mixture to the prepared baking dish. Fold plastic wrap over food, then wrap dish completely in foil. Freeze for up to 4 months
- To serve, remove foil from baking dish. Lift frozen food out of dish and remove plastic wrap; return food to dish. Cover with foil and thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake, covered, about 75 minutes or until heated though (165 degrees F), stirring mixture once halfway through baking. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, about 5 minutes more or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts (Eggplant-Beef Pasta Bake)
- Per serving:
- 277 kcal ,
- 7 g fat
- (2 g sat. fat ,
- 1 g polyunsaturated fat ,
- 3 g monounsaturated fat ),
- 29 mg chol. ,
- 405 mg sodium ,
- 36 g carb. ,
- 6 g fiber ,
- 7 g sugar ,
- 19 g pro.
Reviews (1)
kathieh725 634 Days Ago
I think because I didn't freeze this before baking it my noodles were overcooked. If it weren't for that I would rate this recipe higher.


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A little more optimistic
Yesterday after visiting the dr I am a little more optimistic about being able to be a better me. He upped the dose on one of my meds and I have armed myself with a new diet plan. The G I DIET.
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Hi DD
I am wondering why you are a little more optimistic about your doctor being better able to help you? He "upped" the dosage on your medication. That sounds like things are not exactly going in the right direction.
While the G.I. diet can work, it won't if you think of it as a "diet." Words are powerful. If you think you are on a diet you will find yourself thinking about the day you can come off of the diet. If you understand that a change in lifestyle is what you need to truly beat diabetes, you know exactly what those changes are (and they do not fall under the generic umbrella of "eat more healthy foods") and you embrace those changes than you can live a long and happy life.
I know. We did it. My husband is a type 2 diabetic and has been for over 30 years. He was so ill 12 years ago that I told my children in 6 months I would be pushing dad around in a wheelchair. Severe neuropathy in both his feet limited his walking more than 75 feet at any time. He was on pain medication (Neurontin) for the terrible pain from the neuropathy. He was on 43 units of insulin a day. His weight ballooned to 280 pounds (he is 5' 10"). He suffered from the roller coaster effects of high/low blood sugars - the angry outbursts, the profuse night sweats. I could go on and on.
In 2002 I read a book that changed our lives. Dr. Richard Bernstein's "Diabetes Solution". Now I do NOT have any affiliation with Dr. Bernstein - I am including his book here because everyone with diabetes or anyone who is married to someone with diabetes needs to read this book. It saved my husband's life!
In 2003, I from reading Dr. B's book, and researching and studying I developed a program my husband could live with.
Within 3 month he came off of ALL insulin and has never looked back. Within 9 months he lost 80 pounds and since has lost another 20 pounds for a total weight loss of 100 pounds. Within 1 year he was in 2 5K races and finished. The neuropathy that he suffered from for over 15 years is gone! G-O-N-E! High/low blood sugars are gone.
Yes, it was a big change in our lifestyle that enabled us to accomplish this high level of wellness that my husband (and I) have enjoyed for the past nearly 11 years. I had to give up my ethnic cooking. We get up at 5:30 a.m. at least 3 times a week to hit the gym for a good 30 minute walk or swimming session.
We are now addicted to low carb foods and exercise.
My husband's doctors are astonished at the awesome change in his health.
We have been married for 52 years. My husband is 74 years old. No excuses - if he can do it and do it for the past nearly 11 years so can anyone else - with their doctors approval!!!
So when you say your doctor "upped" your medications, I am sorry but I cringe! My husband has come off of insulin, statins, diuretics, pain medications (Neurotin for neuropathy & Naproxen for sciatic - which we found was not sciatica but piriformis syndrome.) Coming off of medication because of lifestyle changes means you are in control of your diabetes instead of your diabetes being in control of you. Get Dr. B's book. You will be amazed at what you find in there!
Opps I didn't give my 100%.
Lol thanks James. It stands for glycemic index. And it's something I have tried before and did give 100%. Getting back on track tho. I am happy I joined this forum as its nice to have support and advice in knowing I am not alone in my struggles.
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Howdy DD! I am glad you are feeling more upbeat about being a better you!
Was the meal plan ("diet") something the Dr suggested to you? Wondering What the GI in the title of the meal plan stands for. Glycemic Index? Government Issue? Gastro Intestinal? (LoL!)


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(TEXAS TRIBUNE) The highest criminal court in Texas said Wednesday it will not hear Ken Paxton's appeal of securities fraud charges, putting the attorney general on a path to facing a trial in the coming months.
"Today's ruling marks an end to Mr. Paxton's almost year-long attempt to avoid being judged by a jury of his peers," Brian Wice, one of the special prosecutors handling Paxton's case, said in a statement. "We look forward to going to trial and seeking justice on behalf of the people of Texas."
The decision Wednesday was made by the Court of Criminal Appeals, which Paxton's lawyers had asked to review the case as a last resort before trial.
Last summer, a Collin County grand jury indicted Paxton on criminal charges of securities fraud and failure to register with the state securities board. He is accused of misleading investors in a company from before he took office as Texas' top lawyer.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission brought similar, civil charges against Paxton earlier this year. On Friday, a federal judge dismissed that case but gave the commission 14 days to amend its allegations against Paxton.
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Pike Fly Fishing
Fly fishing for pike is now a "must do" trip for many fly fishers in the UK and abroad.
Why fish with us?
Our guides have many years experience in fly fishing for pike and guiding. They take you to stunning venues, where you have the chance to catch big pike and numbers of fish.
If stories of pike fly fishing being hard work, with 10weight rods and continuous double hauling are putting you off? Let us help you! With basic fly casting skills, you can start to enjoy catching pike using fly fishing gear today!
Pike Fly Fishing Trips
Our guided pike fly fishing gives you the best possible chance of catching pike on fly fishing gear. Guides pass on a wealth of fishing advice and pike welfare. The fishing takes place from boat and bank, offering active, exciting sport which is very visual in nature. Pike fly fishing does not come more adrenalin charged than this!
A series of clear water lakes exclusive to our clients, easily accessed from the Midlands and south England.
- February – April & October – December
- Guided pike fly Fishing fees £200 for 1 angler or £300 for 2 anglers.
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Definition of Throughout
1. Adverb. From first to last. "The play was excellent end-to-end"
2. Adverb. Used to refer to cited works.
Definition of Throughout
1. prep. Quite through; from one extremity to the other of; also, every part of; as, to search throughout the house.
2. adv. In every part; as, the cloth was of a piece throughout.
Definition of Throughout
1. Preposition. in every part of; all through ¹
2. Adverb. (obsolete) Completely through, right the way through. ¹
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How to Update Apple TV
This video walks you through the process of updating your Apple TV. Updating the Apple TV is a simple task which should not take much time depending on the size of the update.
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Learning to code is all the rage nowadays. Even if you are not preparing for a career in the IT world, learning to program has the following benefits:
- It fosters problem-solving skills
- It promotes critical thinking
- It prepares you for the future!
While it is never too late to start learning programming, the ideal age is to start as early as possible. And it is the exact motivation for this course.
This course is targeted at kids from the age of 12 to 18, who want to get started in programming. With so many programming languages available, what is the best language to get started? The answer is: Python. Python is a high-level programming language that is widely in use. Python code is readable, and its syntax ensures programmers write code that is well-indented and clear. Python is supported on most platforms and is well suited for a wide variety of tasks – ranging from automating your daily platform tasks, to running as a standalone Web Server.
What's more, Python will be the language taught in the new O-level Computing subject (Secondary 3 level), starting in 2017.
In this course, kids will learn about the Python language, and how it can be used to solve problems. More importantly, kids will learn how to use Python in the real-world, such as how to fetch weather information continuously from a Web service and display it in a chart.
- Introduction to programming
- Getting started with Python
- Strings
- Arithmetic
- Looping
- Functions
- Lists, Dictionaries, Tuples, Sets
- Data Types
- Modules
- Connecting and fetching data from the outside world!
- Displaying charts and graphs
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- 28-30 November 2016 (Mon-Wed)
- 9am to 5pm
- $950 per student (nett, no GST)
- Early bird discount: Register before 30 Sep 2016 and receive a discount of $200!
- Receive an additional discount of $50 when you register 2 students or more
- Each student will get a free Python Code Camp T-shirt
- Course fee includes a lunch and 2 tea-breaks per day
- Participant need to bring along his/her own laptop
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Your Captain
The Charter Boats
What to bring
And Contact Information
All your fishing gear and fishing
equipment is provided by Salukis Pride Charters for all Lake Michigan
fishing charter boats. Below is a list of a few things that you should
bring on your Chicago charter fishing trip.
Bring a small cooler for food
and drinks. Ask your charter boat Captain how large of a cooler you
will need. You will also need a cooler with ice to
transport the fish home with you.
A sports bag is a good idea to
bring for carrying your gear, hat, glasses etc and other personal
items that you need on a charter fishing trip.
Chicago fishing charter will provide water for you trip. We can
cater your trip for the cost of the food and drinks. Most of
our customers bring their won food and drinks. Alcohol is
If you will be fishing in foul
or rainy weather then you may want to bring a very light weight wind
breaker or rain jacket.
Bring sun glasses. Preferrably
polarized fishing glasses to lessen the sun's glare that reflects up
off the water. The sun can burn you very quickly and bad sunburn can
ruin your fishing trip.
Bring a camera to take snapshots
of those big fish you catch or video of the beautiful Chicago
A hat or ball cap is a good
idea, especially for you guys that are getting a bit thin on top.
Protect your head from the sun's burning rays.
If you get sea sick or aren't
sure if you get sea sick then it is a very wise idea to take your
Dramamine the night before you leave the dock. Nothing can ruin a
fishing trip worse than a guy named "RALPH".
Make sure you bring sunscreen,
especially if you easily burn.
You probably already paid for
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you can tip the First Mate. Being Mate on a charter boat is not easy
work and these guys deserve every dime they get.
Valid State fishing
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fishing a day or two prior to your trip. We do have licenses available
for purchase for all three states. Michigan, Indiana, and Illinois
- we will tell you where we will be
fishing a day or two prior to your trip. We do have licenses available
for purchase for all three states. Michigan, Indiana, and Illinois
You can purchase licenses for Illinois
online below
Chicago Lake Michigan Fishing Licenses ( Click Here for the Illinois
Department of Natural Resources Web site) When fishing in Illinois
When Fishing in Indiana Water
Indiana Department of Natural Resources Web Site
When Fishing in Michigan Water
Michigan Department of Natural Resources Web Site
Contact the Captain Ian Stewart 847.942.6382 (cell phone) or
Email to firstname.lastname@example.com
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Vice President Joe Biden had the Clintons on his mind Sunday afternoon in Cleveland when he flubbed and called President Obama by President Clinton's name.
Biden was speaking to a crowd of just over 1,000 people in a gym at Lakewood High School when he went on the offensive against Mitt Romney's Jeep advertisement.
The VP told the crowd that he found the ad to be "pernicious." Biden then accidentally added:
"That ad you've seen that says President Clinton bankrupted Chrysler so that Italians could buy it to ship jobs overseas to China, Jeep jobs …"
In all fairness, Clinton had just followed President Obama during a rally in Concord, New Hampshire.
When he wasn't making President Obama name flubs, Biden stayed right on topic, touting the President's ability to successfully bail out the auto industry. Biden told the crowd:
"I'd like to tell you, Ohio, no matter what those ads say, we did rescue the auto industry."
Biden's speech was delivered in the Obama friendly Cuyahoga County where the POTUS held a 2-to-1 margin victory in 2008.
Obama also stressed the importance for voters to turn out and vote. Ohio is a crucial swing state, and a vote in one direction or the other could spell victory or defeat. Biden told the crowd of supporters:
"We need you Ohio, we need you. We win Ohio, we win this election."
Further talking about what Biden clearly believes is Romney's deceitful ad, the VP told the crowd:
"It's clear in the last hour Romney and Ryan have become desperate. Romney will stay anything to win."
A man in the crowd then screamed out that Republicans were "shameless" for which Biden responded:
"They are shameless … the shamelessness of them is they are running away from what they believe. That's the shameless part."
Biden then told the crowd that the Republican's were trying to play a "con game" as election day nears.


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Crime Fiction – Harlem Nocturne
July 25, 2013
Harlem Nocturne
Bruce Crowther
In New York in 1939 the World's Fair is in full swing, a Joe Louis title fight is coming up, and there are hot times in Harlem every night.
When an industrial corporation offers small-time private detective Daniel Leland a temptingly large fee he takes the job and is soon over his head in murder and mayhem – and as war in Europe looms he tangles with the Nazi sympathizing German-American Bund.
And on top of all this, everywhere he goes Daniel has to confront racism because he is black while most of those he encounters during his investigation – the good and the bad – are white.
Although this is fiction, along the way Daniel encounters real people who lived in and around New York in 1939. Among them are Billie Holiday, Joe and Marva Louis, Fiorello LaGuardia and Max Finkelstein, all believably intertwined with Daniel's quest.
This new novel is available in paperback On-line (including Amazon) or Walk-in book stores (including Barnes & Noble) . . .
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A detailed look at these fascinating machines, from the lowliest astromechs to the fiercest combat units.
A droid construction system allowing players to build a droid from scratch,
A player's guide to droids with tips on how to make these mechanical constructs more than the sum of their metal parts,
Several scenario hooks geared to droid player characters,
The Datalog - game stats, descriptions and illustrations of dozens of the most intriguing and useful droid designs in the galaxy!
94 pages softbound.
worldwide new publications


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Oh, how I dislike the word "Criticize" – it's such a negative thing.
I do not like being criticized nor do I like criticizing people. Finding fault with people just is not what I want to do. Everyone has faults, that's just part of life – no one is perfect and that's the beauty of life. People's imperfections do not give us the right to criticize – discussing is one thing, but outright criticizing just isn't acceptable – at least to me it isn't.
My mother criticized me my entire life, right up until she died. It was horrible never being able to live up to her standards, which were exceptionally high when it came to me. I never really fully understood her need to do this to me. Maybe it's because of her that I hate criticizing people; I know there have been times that I've caught myself doing it and then I really beat myself up for it. I'm not perfect by any means, but I do try very hard not to do to others what was done to me.
Why do so many people feel the need to criticize, to cut others down, to make fun of, to judge, etc.? Is it because of our own fear of failing? Is it because we don't understand? Is it because of our own pain that we do this?
Wouldn't it be better to help others grow by being constructive in their lives, rather than be destructive?


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There are no direct flights to Cabo from the UK so my suggestion is to stop over in Los Angeles for a couple of days either side of your trip. It breaks up that long flight and makes the journey more pleasurable. The flight to San Jose International from LAX is just over 2 hours. You will not encounter very many Brits as it is primarily the holiday destination of North Americans .. (which is why you may come across an 'A' list Hollywood celebrity if you go to the right places!) there are no English breakfasts and the food is fabulous and fresh.
I have stayed in both ends of Cabo .. last year at the Casa Dorada in San Lucas which is right on the edge of the town, close to restaurants and night life and right on the tip of the Baja Peninsula at Lands End and El Arco. It is also very near to the marina and you will probably see cruise ships entering the harbor on a daily basis. The rooms (or suites should I say!) at the Casa Dorada are spacious and are really like self contained apartments, with a kitchen, dining area, lounge room and separate bedroom with a large shower and jacuzzi tub - tastefully decorated and well serviced. The lounge and bedroom have flatscreen TV's and the hotel has free wi-fi.
The famous Edith's Restaurant is just around the corner and a must if you like good food and a great atmosphere. You are advised to make a reservation well in advance though as it is tough to get in. It's not cheap but if you're going all that way in the first place it would be a shame to miss it.
San Jose is about 30 minutes drive from San Lucas, up the coast on the Sea of Cortez but is closer to the airport and a much quieter town. It is very pretty and full of shops selling pottery, textiles and jewellery. It is an area that is being further developed all along the coastline and growing constantly.
On my recent trip there I stayed at the Grand Mayan, a large resort in area but with only 172 rooms never feels crowded or noisy. The accommodations are a good size and every room faces the swimming pool and the sea. It's a 15 minute walk into San Jose and there is also a large supermarket just 20 minutes walk away where you can stock up your fridge and cupboards. A cab ride to the supermarket is US$5.
It's good to be aware when you arrive at the airport that there are many touts trying to get you to use their services .. it's probably a good idea to sort out transfers to your hotel prior to arriving. The time share business is huge there too so again there are people trying to give you deals so that you attend one of their presentations. I attended a presentation last year .. it wasn't all bad and you get a fabulous free breakfast, Mexican blanket and a bottle of tequila for your trouble, plus money off for excursions. You just sit through it all and say 'no' if that is your choice.
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Viking River Cruises sets world record
River cruising is the hottest segment of travel right now, and in a fitting feat for the world's leading river cruise line, Viking River Cruises today set a world record with the christening of 10 new Viking LongshipsTM. The first-of-its-kind simultaneous christening ceremony in Amsterdam debuted the ships – Viking Aegir, Viking Atla, Viking Bragi, Viking Embla, Viking Forseti, Viking Jarl, Viking Rinda, Viking Skadi, Viking Tor and Viking Var – and was certified by a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ adjudicator as 'The Most Ships Inaugurated in One Day by One Company.' Playing an integral role in the event were 10 distinguished women from around the world, representing the key Viking brand pillars of history, art, education, exploration and discovery, to serve as ceremonial godmothers for the new ships.
"Today is a proud day for Viking and for river cruising. We are honored to showcase 10 of our revolutionary new Longships and to have had such a celebrated group of women helping us christen them," said Torstein Hagen , Chairman of Viking Cruises. "Our guests are explorers, just like the ancient Vikings of our Norse heritage, which is why we deliver authentic and enriching travel experiences like no other cruise line."
Guests at the christening ceremony enjoyed remarks by each godmother and a presentation on the growth of river cruising by Hagen. A GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS adjudicator also presented Hagen with an official recognition of the record breaking achievement, 'The Most Ships Inaugurated in One Day by One Company' – eight* – breaking the previous record of two ships. A first in modern history, four of the christenings took place in front of a crowd of approximately 700 in Amsterdam, and the remaining six were conducted live via satellite from the Neptun shipyard in Germany. The celebration concluded with an onboard dinner and maiden voyage cruise around the Amsterdam harbor.
Viking Godmothers
With cultural enrichment and privileged access at the heart of every experience Viking offers its guests, 10 women of eminence from around the world were selected to honor that focus and serve as ceremonial godmothers for the new ships. They included:
* Lady Fiona Carnarvon , Godmother of Viking Skadi, is the wife of George Herbert , 8th Earl of Carnarvon. A former auditor at Coopers & Lybrand, Lady Carnarvon ran her own fashion label, Azur, and now successfully manages affairs at the Castle, including many special events such as the Egyptian Exhibition. Fascinated by Highclere's rich history, Lady Carnarvon recently authored the New York Times Bestseller "Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey: The Lost Legacy of Highclere." In conjunction with Lady Carnarvon , Viking has created its Oxford & Highclere Castle land extension with a privileged access tour of the Castle and its grounds.
* Agapi Stassinopoulos , Godmother of Viking Rinda, was born and raised in Athens, Greece. While collaborating with her sister, Arianna Huffington , on research for her book about the Greek gods, Stassinopoulos' love for the gods and goddesses was ignited and led to two books of her own – "Conversations with the Goddesses" and "Gods and Goddesses in Love" – as well as a one-woman show and a PBS special. She also co-produced and co-hosted a documentary called "Quest for the Gods," shot on location in Greece. Stassinopoulos speaks and conducts seminars around the world, and her latest book is the bestseller "Unbinding the Heart." She is also a frequent contributor to The Huffington Post.
* Alexandra Lobkowicz , Godmother of Viking Forseti, is the chairman of the nonprofit that oversees the preservation of the vast Lobkowicz collections including thousands of works of art, a significant library and family archive spanning eight centuries. In addition, she oversees dozens of international loans, festivals, restoration projects and ongoing educational programs relevant to the collections. A former teacher, Lobkowicz also established educational programs at the Lobkowicz museums to help raise funding for Czech schools. With personal input from Alexandra and William Lobkowicz , Viking has introduced a privileged access tour to Lobkowicz Palace in Prague.
* Zhang Ling , Godmother of Viking Embla, is a dedicated educator at Cen He elementary school in the city of Jinzhou, Hubei Province, China – a school sponsored by Viking River Cruises . As one of many dedicated teachers she feels fortunate to have won recognition as an "excellent educator," "excellent educator of ethics" and "excellent mentor for young pioneers." She also coaches the children's orchestra, which has proudly performed for the thousands of Viking's Yangtze River cruise guests who have visited during the past seven years.
* Marit Barstad , Godmother of Viking Tor, is the sister of Viking's chairman Torstein Hagen . Marit started her working life as a personal assistant to the chairman of Oivind Lorentzen AS, a company that in the late 1960's built two of the ships that subsequently became Princess Cruises. She is now a manager in the health services sector in Ski, a town outside Oslo where she has lived with Odd Barstad, her husband for over 40 years.
* Dertje Meijer, Godmother of Viking Bragi, is President and CEO of the Port of Amsterdam, which is the fourth largest port in Europe, hosting more than 100 sea cruise ships and 1,300 river cruises ships, and handling more than 75 million tons of cargo every year. Prior to Meijer's career at the port, she worked for 15 years in business development projects at one of the world's great transportation hubs, Schiphol Airport.
* Geraldine Norman , Godmother of Viking Var, is founder of the Times-Sotheby index of art prices and best-known for her discovery of the art forger Tom Keating . An expert in the history of The Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, Norman also authored "The Hermitage: The Biography of a Great Museum." Since, Norman has been working on international outreach for the Hermitage, starting The Hermitage Magazine and assisting in the set up the Hermitage Rooms exhibition space in London. Additionally, Norman co-created Viking's successful week-long "Glories of the Hermitage" tour and "Hermitage Behind Closed Doors" excursion, offering Viking guests privileged access to one of the world's greatest museums.
* Sabine Rhabek, Godmother of Viking Jarl, is a founding member of the emergency room team at the General Hospital (AKH) in Vienna and a former nurse at the United Nations Mission Hospital in Iran, where she provided medical care to thousands of Kurdish refugees during the first Gulf War. Following her time at the Mission Hospital, Rhabek transitioned into medical technology, providing tech support for users of implanted defibrillators and pacemakers.
* Birgit Brandner-Wallner , Godmother of Viking Atla, is the co-owner of a Brandner Gmbh subsidiary that operates 38 piers in Austria and Hungary as well as two passenger ships, MS Austria and MS Austria Princess. In 1997, Brandner-Wallner was the first woman in Austria to acquire her ship's captain certification.
* Eszter Volner , Godmother of Viking Aegir, is a Budapest native, and lives on the Danube's shore. Daughter of Dr. Pal Volner, secretary of the Hungarian State Ministry of National Development, she studies tourism and catering as well as her first love, music, including voice and violin, and looks forward to a future in the classical singing field.


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From the strategy guide written by Stefan Sasse
Diplomacy Tips
Twilight Imperium 3 is not only a game in which you have to understand the mechanics and use them to your advantage but in which you also have to understand your fellow players and exploit this knowledge to your advantage. Are your fellow players defensive and do they like to turtle, massing up their fleet for one climactic battle? In this case, you have easy going. Do nothing that provokes them, build and tech up a similar fleet and bubble victory before they want to start their battle. Are your fellow players very aggressive and do they tend to attack often and early? Then it depends whether they do so just for fun or if they actually want to accomplish something. People that attack just for the sake of attacking, wanting to stack resources and influence and bring a lot of carnage to the galaxy you can't reason with. They will attack, and it doesn't matter if it hurts their game or not. Try to stay away from them and to form alliances against them, crippling their ability to hurt you a lot. Players that attack vital spots, make retreats and attack elsewhere in an overall plan are much more of a threat. Normally, they know what they want, how to achieve it and how to hurt you. If the attack is just to their benefit, you may perhaps even yield the object of his desire – like if he wants to take MR and you already scored the corresponding PO. With most of these players you can be sure, though, that they won't fight just for the sake of it and pull both combatants down while the others score their way to victory.
Generally it is important that you have friendly relations with at least one of your direct neighbors. This allows you to concentrate your forces where you need them instead of having heavy vigilance along every border. Of course, Stalin had to have thought something similar before Hitler attacked him. In the case of trusting other players, you can only build on experience. If you play often with the same group, you can even throw your game away in case of a treasonous backstab that prevents you from winning anyway and drag the backstabber with you to send a clear message that it is not wise to mess with you. Some may dismiss this as metagaming, but I say it's allowed.
Same goes for sometimes doing unfavorable things like holding truces and treaties that don't help or even hinder you. If this helps you to get the trust of your fellow players, it's worth the effort oftentimes. Remember that the other players too will see that you are trustworthy even if they are on the opposing side. Next game the fronts might be reversed. When every player "knows" that you are a dirty backstabber and are not trustworthy, they won't ever really deal with you unless they are stupid. Be reasonable. No one can demand that you lose a game holding a stupid truce, but if you can win a game holding it even if this means some inconveniences in opposite of the easy way of breaking it, you should go for it. Your reputation will be the better for it.
But how to secure friendly relations with a neighbour? Most powerful thing is giving him a high trade agreement. Of course, not all races are able to do this because they simply have only 1- value trade agreements. But if you are playing Hacan or Jol-Nar or something like that – resist the temptation of trading your 3-trade agreements against other high value trade agreements. Give them to neighbors with aggressive races like L1z1x or Letnev or something like that. Getting these juicy trade goods every round is a very high incentive not to attack you, and you can even use metagaming should they break it and conduct a "no trade" policy on them in the next game to teach them manners.
Now, you are not always able to play nice. Sometimes, you will have to break agreements yourself. If you do this, it is important not to do this while displaying all the fun it is backstabbing an opponent and former friend and seeing their weak flank crumble, but to express your deep regret and to be perfectly reasonable. Never stop explaining your actions and finding logical reasons to do what you are doing. Oftentimes you can talk your opponent into accepting that the move you just made was necessary, and you didn't have a choice. Promise him that you will pull out as soon as possible, and even promise compensations. You will be surprised how many people will forgive you blowing away half their fleet when you give them 3 trade goods in return as amends. It's utterly stupid, but it works more often than not.
That is because most players are not able to measure the correct relationship between losses and wins. If the "destroy three ships" public objective is and there is a crappy fleet of two destroyers and a cruiser around, it is easy game to destroy it. You will be surprised at how often you can soothe your opponent by telling him in advance you want to destroy it for the sake of the public objective and you are willing to pay him a trade good for it. Of course, you tell him right before you do the action, so he has no possibility to react to it anyway, but it looks honest. Announcing a backstab is surprisingly effective in terms of reputation. You offer him one trade good, he perhaps insists on two, and you still have only paid half the worth of the fleet and fulfilled a public objective! Deals like that can often times be made regularly.
I already addressed the use of Diplomacy II's Secondary for planet tradeoffs, especially with players you have a trade agreement with since this isn't broken by that. But there are other possibilities. Many players want to avoid wars with the nice guy you are posing as because there always is someone around stacking an army and looking aggressive (a task you help him with, see below). Surprisingly, it is often possible to broker deals like "you empty planet X so I can annex it and so I don't have to invade the system and take out the fleet in orbit." Many players will think they are actually on the winning side of such a deal, having avoided a conflict that might hinder their plans.
Back to the point of measuring loss: many players tend to overrate trade goods. Oftentimes, these get stacked for no better reason than having them, and then a gigantic fleet is produced without a clear concept what to do with it. It is better to sacrifice some trade goods in order to reach a long-term goal. The guys with the big army seldom win; frequently it's those sneaky guys that are attacked and nearly – but only nearly – wiped out in the last round. Losing a planet means not only that you forego the income for this round, but also for the next when you are able to take it back then (unless you have Nano Technology). If someone wants a planet from you, try to persuade them only to take it after you have exhausted it. Oftentimes, you can use this as a bargaining chip as well and offer to wait for exhaustion instead taking it immediately – other players will then think they have actually won something.
So, how to counter such stuff? You need information. This is often more difficult than you imagine. It's a boardgame, right? Except for the hand of cards, all information is open, right? Yes, of course. But there is a thin line between being allowed to know all that stuff and actually knowing it. Many offensives failed because the attacker overlooked an important tech researched by the other player who, of course, didn't remind you he had. Always know what the other players have and try to figure out what they are up to. You can then measure if a certain offer of theirs hands them victory or if it is unimportant. Try to remember important action cards played so you don't have to worry about them anymore.
Another diplomatic aspect of the game are the Political Cards. The political cards vary very much in effect; some of them don't influence the game much, some have gamebreaking effects. Some affect all players equally, some fuck up just one player a lot. The latter variant is an open declaration of war. The problem with these political cards is, that one player HAS to be elected. Whoever votes first has a bad spot here, because he has to reveal who he hates. If you are not sure if you can get a majority against a given player, it might be wise to abstain so you don't piss off someone for no better reason than he was the first you thought of. Voting on agendas is also a great time to bargain some favors. "Closing the Wormholes" is on, but you have none in your proximity? Sell your vote to the highest bidder. Agenda votes are usually very situational, so it is difficult to give general advice. If you are starting to sell votes, you should make this an open thing. Announce from the start that if an agenda does not handicap you you sell your votes to the highest bidder. Many people will accept an honest position like this. But be certain that you don't double-cross people here – trustworthiness is key.
Yet another roughly diplomatic aspect is stalling. Sometimes, you want all your enemies to pass in order to perform an action they are not able to react to. In this case, you need to stall. This essentially works only when you have more command counters available than he does. When someone begins to take seemingly useless actions like activating systems at the other end of the map for no reason, he is most likely stalling. If he has more command counters than you, he can force you to pass at some point and then take one or several actions you don't have a chance to respond to. This is mostly done to prepare a bubble victory or for attacks on important systems; in the latter case the staller then is often speaker. This way, he brings his force into position after everyone has passed, chooses Leadership the following round and attacks with his first action. If you think that someone is stalling, alert everyone and try to determine what he's up to so you can prevent it from happening before it is executed entirely. You might even try to calculate if he will be able to stall you and how many actions he'll have left by then, but remember that not only Tactical Actions can be used for stalling, but also certain action cards or racial special abilities.