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Stories and Thoughts
December 28, 2009
Christmas Weekend
Sitting at a corner while watched him running around the playground, realized that he has grown up a lot. A much taller and heavier him now that I could hardly carry him around anymore; means an older me nowadays too. We spent about 2 hours within the park, and of course cam whored a little. Think my nephew has the potential on cam whoring, what do you think?
25 DEC 2009: Friends invited me to stay-over in Genting on the night of Christmas Eve, where we had a little party with gift-exchanged. I bought a gift and wrapped it nicely. Think the wrapping is comparative with Danny's wrapping lo, hehe. And during the trip only I realized that Genting has strawberry farm too.
Among all those gifts below, which do you think is mine?
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12 comments:
- mang0 said...
The red one with the snowman, hehe...
Where is the Genting strawberry farm?
- December 28, 2009 at 2:30 PM
- L² said...
the one with the jingle bell?
yea, i can notice that u r getting wrinkles on ur face dy ~
- December 28, 2009 at 2:39 PM
- [SK] said...
aiyoh, so nice bring your nephew to the park, thinking of being a daddy already?? hehe..
hmmm, let me guess!! must be the purple one with the gold ribbon!! nice looking present, just like the own who wrapped it lor :p
- December 28, 2009 at 2:41 PM
- TZ said...
hmmm... the one with Santa piccie... if i guess correct ... can i have the preccie ar :p
- December 28, 2009 at 3:03 PM
- the happy go lucky one said...
i think its the one with the bell one, and any price for correct answer?
- December 28, 2009 at 3:30 PM
- Ed said...
which park is that in cyberjaya?
it look pretty nice~
- December 28, 2009 at 7:41 PM
- Danny said...
wow.. picnic huh? something that i hv not been doing for ages.... maybe we shld do that for our next gathering..can?
now which one is ur gift? i dun know ( trying not to be a bitch ;p ).. but if i choose, i'll prefer the purplish grey with pale yellow ribbon.. simple n nice..
- December 28, 2009 at 10:38 PM
- Gratitude said...
You are a wonderful uncle! ^_^
- January 1, 2010 at 6:52 PM
- fufu said...
argh....strawberry farm.... >< i want to go back to either japan or new zealand for the sweet juicy and huge strawberries :)
- January 7, 2010 at 10:35 PM
- Chris said...
I tott u went to clubbing on X'mas n New Year eve? :p
- January 11, 2010 at 3:37 PM
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- January 11, 2010 at 4:20 PM
- KY said...
Hi all, I'm back after those busy weeks with work. Packed with workload lately till no time to check the blog even.
BTW, my gift was the green color with purple ribbon and bell. :)
Hope you all are doing good out there.
- January 12, 2010 at 10:14 AM


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Sigh. Another sinful indulgence.
That proves that we are a Malaysian at heart because all of us love this king of fruits a lot so we planned to eat it together in ss2 yesterday night :D The reason why this place was picked was because they have this "All You Can Eat" durian buffet! But we ended up not going for that because only durian kampung will be given wtf.
When I arrived (I was the last to arrive :p), MFai and his friend (they didn't even introduce him to me -_-) were already picking the durians.
We started off with 2 durians first - XO and durian susu. Hahahaha susu omg...
Ken and MFai's friend. See lah! Didn't even want to tell me his name, I ended up have to use "MFai's friend" for this whole entry :(
MFai and Jordan debating which is durian XO and which is susu. Hahahaha susu....
My darling came as well :D You know, the best thing about being a graduate is that she's finally given the full freedom!!!
Back then, I don't get to go yamcha with her because of her strict curfew. But now that she's a graduate, she gets to go out till late at night ^^ So damn happy can???
Meng Fai and Jordan.
Jordan wore UQ shirt to eat durian some more.
Ken... I pay you $50 to eat that!!!
Soon, we realised that 2 durians were obviously NOT enough, so we ordered another 2 more. This time, we chose 2 Hong Ha (red prawn?)/Long Ha (lobster?) I have no idea.
Superrrrrr sweet and nice! Look at the soft and juicy flesh.
Jordan pretending to use all his strength to open the small durian.
The place was packed with people as usual.
Commercial break from all the durian photos.
Seing the way Ken eats, you can guess how satisfied we were. LOL!
A coconut each to cool off :)
But the damn coconut obviously didn't work because I have a few pimples popped out today T___T
Bestie and I. My first friend in HELP! And we shared so much chemistry together.
For instance, we are both Hainanese! Just that I can speak the language but she can't.
Soon after the durian session from 9.30-11pm, we adjourned to Jaya One (will soon be my fav yamcha/makan place) for yamcha.
A drink at Oldtown White Coffee. Love the place! Very quiet, new and spacious.
Guess who!
All full from eating.
Long ma I know you'll be reading this....
...hang out or shopping soon okay? :D
Li Lee just cut her hair yesterday! Nice right? Well, I'm glad that my hair is so long now compared to early this year but I'm not going to cut it yet. Plan to let it grow longer a bit before changing to a new hairstyle :)
MFai: I love you more than Li Lee.
MFai's friend: Nooooo! No PDA please....
Jordan: I love you toooooo!
MFai: Oh! So you choose him or me???
MFai's friend: NOooooo!! Don't force me to choose!!!!
Kept rubbing his tummy like apek because he was very, very full.
We sat there for an hour discussing about our upcoming trip together so hopefully everything will be planned out soon! I've never been to a trip with Li Lee before lor!!! While chatting, we were actually waiting for the clock to strike 12.
We bought a slice of cake from Starbucks. No other choices because it was already 11 plus and only Starbucks which sells cakes that's still open.
Black Forest.
Happy 25th Birthday to our old boy here :p
Happy birthday!!! Don't worry about the figure (age) because a year older,
All the best to you in your future undertakings and blessed with happiness ;)
Faster get married can? So long didn't attend wedding already hahahaha

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Tuesday, February 11, 2014
2/10/14 City Forest
A bit warmer but a mix of sun and clouds. After yesterday's more strenuous hike I thought Kelley should have an easy one so we went to City Forest. We started from the Kittredge Rd. parking and onto the West Trail which was in very good shape- packed snow- no ice
When we got to the unnamed trail we sometimes use to get between West and the old rail bed, Kelley wanted to take it. The only traffic had been a skier or two but we took it. About half way across Kelley stopped a couple of times and looked like she wasn't especially happy with the fairly deep snow. I pointed out it had been her choice and we continued to the rail bed. There there had been some snowmobile traffic and the walking was nice, especially after we reached the point where the snowmobile trail comes onto the rail bed and there had been even more use.
Still lots of snow
We followed the trail to where it turns out onto the frozen bog and then turned back
Couldn't resist more weeds in the snow
We met two men on the way back and they were the only people we met other than a woman and her two dogs coming into the parking lot as we were starting. Turned out to be a pretty good hike 2 hours
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I have mentioned before that scherenschnitte (paper cutting) is very similar to scroll sawn portraits. The only difference is the medium in which we work. But the principles of design remain the same. Since the two art forms are so similar, us scrollers can easily look to scherenschnitte for patterns and inspiration. I recently came across a great collection of scherenschnitte patterns available for download. The collection also includes the Back Street Collection, an archive of out-of-print scherenschnitte books made available to the public. The patterns are provided in JPG format for easy scaling and printing. There are so many wonderful patterns to choose from, you won't know where to begin. Check it out!
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Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Scherenschnitte Patterns
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I'd love to try some of the patterns, but at the bottom of the website page it says they are not to be duplicated for personal use???
- September 16, 2008 at 9:51 PM
- Travis said...
I'd contact the website administrator for clarification. It's kinda silly to put the collection online if they don't want to share it. I believe Jeanette Holme made the Backstreet collection available. I know she can be contacted through the Scherenschnitte Yahoo Group at:
- September 18, 2008 at 2:46 PM
Are these really free to use? I am learning this art and would like to use the patterns for personal use or to gift someone. Please clarify.Thanks a lot.
- January 10, 2009 at 1:03 PM
- Travis said...
I cannot officially say one way or another since I'm not the website administrator. However, I did contact the uploader/owner of the files. The disclaimer on the bottom of the screen refers to the website content, not user-submityed content (ie, the pattern collection). You are free to use them. I'd contact the administrator if you intend to sell the work, however. But if you're learning, I wouldn't sweat it. That's what they're there for.
- January 11, 2009 at 9:57 PM
Thanks for the reply, Sir. I really appreciate it.
- January 14, 2009 at 6:17 AM


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Sunday, December 28, 2008
Running the Holidays
17 comments:
- Bart, Erin, Hunter & Jorden said...
Hey! We are all going to Disney too! I am doing goofy though (insert screams of panic) I went last year too... and my advice is take your shoes and hat and anything else that is critical on the plane with you. I always take my shoes on with me knowing that anything else I could replace at the expo if I had to but they don't sell broken in shoes. :) Plan on it being really warm... last year it was so humid. They are really good about water stations but even with a 6 am start it was warm. If you have any other questions feel free to email me :) email@example.com Good Luck!
- December 28, 2008 at 11:13 AM
- Kim said...
Yes-pack all our running gear in a carry on bag. That way if your luggage gets lost, you'll still have your carry on.
When you get to the hotel, lay out all your running gear for race morning. Make sure you have it all. We do this before every race and before we head to the expo so if we did forget something, we can pick what we need up at the expo. Disney has a huge expo, so if you do forget something, you should be able to pick anything you need.
Not very much longer!
- December 28, 2008 at 12:13 PM
- Melanie said...
looks like you've already gotten some great advice! You're almost there! I can't wait to hear about it! Happy New Year! :D
- December 28, 2008 at 12:24 PM
- Sonia said...
It's coming so fast! Stressing over the fact that you forget clothes or shoes is a part of the taper madness! LOL
Making a list is the best way to remember everything!
Good luck on the speech too =)
- December 28, 2008 at 4:37 PM
- Lily on the Road said...
Agreed, take your race gear on board as carry-on luggage...don't forget your body glide and sunscreen, gels, deoderant (JK), anything you normally use for a run, throw it in the carry-on. make a running gear list and put in the bag too!
Have a GREAT time!
- December 28, 2008 at 5:42 PM
- Brianna said...
Best wishes for a smooth trip to Orlando and a wonderful marathon!
- December 28, 2008 at 6:17 PM
- That Pink Girl said...
Thanks for stopping by! Good luck at Disney and for sure bring your shoes on the plane! :) Can't wait to read all about your race.
- December 28, 2008 at 8:55 PM
- Marlene said...
Wow, the time has almost come! Good luck with yout last minute preparations.
- December 28, 2008 at 9:12 PM
- MCM Mama said...
You've gotten great advice about the running gear. You'll do great!
BTDT with the useless husband and two kids on a plane. It usually works out ok, especially if you use electronic entertainment LOL.
- December 28, 2008 at 9:48 PM
- Marci said...
Hope you are feeling better - how did you run today go. As far as what to bring, bring all running essentials on the plane in your carry - on. Hope to chat before you go!
- December 28, 2008 at 11:33 PM
- Meg said...
Thanks for stopping by my blog! Running Disney sounds exciting! It's good you're packing early - just pack something as you think of it and then you won't have to worry about it anymore. I agree with everyone above that packing your running stuff as a carryon is smart. I think I read about someone that mentioned gels got through security so you don't have to worry about that! Good luck!
- December 29, 2008 at 11:58 AM
- BeachRunner said...
Thanks for stopping by my blog.
Have fun at Disney. That sounds like a dream race - and a fun vacation too... once you get all the logistics worked out. Good luck.
- December 29, 2008 at 5:00 PM
- Carly said...
I agree with everyone about taking the running gear on your carry on. I might also suggest that you bring your own gu or sport beans (whatever your racing poison is) because sometimes it is hard to find what you are used to using.
You are going to do great! I am excited to read about your race as well as your speech. Good luck to you!!!
- December 29, 2008 at 8:41 PM
- Kim said...
Not that you don't have enough on your plate already-Ha! But wanted to extend the invitation that a couple of us bloggers may get together at the expo to exchange hellos in person.
Don't have a day or time set yet-but if you think you can work it in with two kids at Disney and a husband-getting ready for your speech and running a marathon-let me know!
- December 30, 2008 at 9:24 AM
- SuperDave said...
Breathe.. You'll be fine.. ;)You have prepared well. Nervous are we? haha
You got this cat in the bag..
- December 30, 2008 at 1:46 PM
- Legs and Wings said...
My advice - mile after mile...remember why you are there.
- December 31, 2008 at 6:56 AM
- X-Country2 said...
What an exciting trip! I'm sure it will all go GREAT. Can't wait to read how it goes.
- January 1, 2009 at 2:50 PM


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Supernatural Romance (yep, the Romance flipped its switch back on)
Aired: 2012 TheCW
Elena is transitioning into a vampire because she died with Damon's blood in her. Her feelings and personality are magnified, but will her love be stronger toward Stefan or will Damon finally get the girl?
Ah ~ Elena isn't a protective, warm-hearted Bella Swan anymore! She has about half her heart and gained a quarter of a brain... she's scheming a death mat for Katherine and regains her humanity at the sight of one senior boy.
The producers had lots of ideas, yet I was still lost a bit. It feels like the story's branching out a lot of its own twigs. For example, as a Klaroline fan,
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It's not even "hot," YouTube!
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But at least that version is deep down in her- deep down, there's someone we once were.
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Little gamer... how cute.
I don't know if I am accepting that this happened to him::
(It's a //tiny// spoiler)
|I'm crying now...
I am listening to Drake at the moment.
A few new cast members:: Pastor Young (temp), April Young, Connor, Vaughn, Hayley, Kim (temp), Atticus Shane, and an Immortal,
Just to name a list
Does Elena whine? Thrice, approximately.
Are some Originals reborn? I guess. Rebekah, Klaus, Kol, and Elijah are seen.
Do one of the Salvatores leave town? Is it worth watching all the episodes?
PWS !! (Preferred Watching Sequence)
1, 2, 4, 5, 7-9, 11, 12, 14-16, 18, 20-End
Grade: 8/10
"The Five"
Jeremy is a Potential
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Josef Chromy Wines has closed with firey changes for the vineyard already on the horizon.
The temporary closure enables a range of new features, including custom-made grills to be installed inside and outside, in a move to become more sustainable and showcase the winery.
Josef Chromy sales and marketing manager David Milne said executive chef Nick Raitt started in September with ideas for a new direction.
"With all the weddings, events and festivals already planned, there couldn't be any huge wholesale changes for Nick to put his stamp on things," Mr Milne said.
Now that the refurbishment was underway, they were keen to unveil some "exciting new changes to restaurant and the winery tourism experience we're going down", Mr Milne said.
Mr Raitt said the kitchen would be cooking more with fire and charcoal.
"We're looking at bring more of a raw cooking element to our menu. We work with really high quality meats and vegetables."
A custom-made charcoal and wood burning grill arrived late last week, which had been installed into the kitchen.
Barrel rack-framed, outdoor cooking grills and rotisserie would add to the tourism experience by being able to cook entire beasts, including lambs now living on the property, Mr Raitt said.
"I always try to work towards being a local and organic kitchen, and we're very lucky we have really good relationships with several local gardeners.
"It's exciting when you have a property you can utilise and when your staff are able to work with those ingredients on the property."
Already plans were underway to improve the market garden to help it become a bigger part of the menu.
"It's another layer for us on top of our wine."
Additional boxes used to house sparkling wine were now used as planter boxes, which already grew all of the restaurants herbs in it and day-to-day leaves, he said.
The Art of Sparkling, a new wine experience to be offered by the vineyard, would go behind-the-scenes to find out how sparkling wine is made before each participant produced a bottle of their own sparkling wine, he said.
The restaurant is closed until July 16.


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Monday, September 21, 2015
S'mores Cookie Bars
Printable Recipe
S'mores Cookie Bars
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened to room temperature
1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla
2 large eggs
2 cups marshmallow fluff or creme
2 cups milk or semisweet chocolate chips
Preheat oven to 350. Line a 9x13 pan with foil and spray with cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, combine flour, graham cracker crumbs, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, or a stand mixer, beat together butter and brown sugar at medium speed until light, about 2 minutes. Beat in the eggs and vanilla until well combined. Reduce mixer speed to low and add flour mixture, mixing until combined.
Divide the dough in half. Press half into the bottom of the prepared pan until the dough is evenly flattened. Dollop the marshmallow topping on top and gently spread into an even layer. Sprinkle the chocolate chips on top. Scatter the remaining dough on top of the chocolate chips. (Don't worry about completely covering the top.) Bake 30-32 minutes, or until golden. Cool completely. Remove bars from the pan using the foil. Cut into bars and serve.
Makes 24 bars
Recipe from Mel's Kitchen Cafe
Labels: desserts
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I am currently on the British Thoracic society guidelines stage 4 and was on the understanding that stage 5 was were you were requiring regular oral steroids however, I was reading the other day that this doesn't necessarily need to steroids taken daily it can be were a person requires regular courses of oral steroids. As I am on my 6th course this year I am guessing thats regular courses.
So out of interest does this make me a BTS stage 5? The thing is I don't feel my asthma is bad enough to be BTS 5


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Last week my Daugher carried out her own Interior Design Challenge on her Mother-in-laws flat, she wanted to surprise her by giving the living room a makeover while she was away on holiday, and I helped out with the painting and sourcing of some second hand pieces of furniture.
It can be a challenge when it comes to small space living as we found out, narrow corridors to contend with
and finding furniture that will fit through them, plus your furniture, accessories and decor need to work that little bit harder. But with a few design tricks you can make your space feel much larger, so here are my tips on small space living.
- To make the space feel bigger, use pale colours on the walls to maximise natural light coming in from windows. Decorate walls with paint that use light reflecting particles to bounce light around. Look out for wallpaper with light reflective surfaces in the pattern, such as silver and gold or a glossy surface. Like wise add a couple of reflective surfaces to bounce light around the room, think of using, glass, mirrors, and shiny surfaces.
- When purchasing furniture, remember to measure the space where the item will be fitting into, and measure the piece of furniture before you buy it to check that it will fit. If something is going to fit close to the wall, measure from the skirting board, not the wall, in a small space the difference of it fitting could be that extra 1cm. If yo live in a flat make sure that furniture will fit through stairwells and corridors.
- Choose sofas and chair that have exposed legs as opposed to a sofa with a valance running along the bottom of it, this extends the floor area visible to the eye making it appear to be a larger surface.
- Make every inch of the space work for you, consider a fold down table, stackable chairs, if possible add shelves to walls.
- Use flooring throughout the home in the same colour and style, again doing this makes the area seem larger, it tricks the eye in thinking the space is bigger than it is.
- If the space needs to be multifunctional, think about creating zone's, a space for sitting and relaxing, a space for eating, and a space for sleeping, as demonstrated in this room above from Alvhem Interiors.
- Keep window dressing simple and unfussy. If you need to shut out the daylight, use a blackout blind, which can be pulled up during the day. Add a pair of light coloured curtains to dress the windows.


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We need another Nuremberg trial and just following orders is no excuse! There is NO law these CRIMINALS have not broken.
They have committed every crime the king was charged with in the Declaration of Independence, now part of the constitution, plus some!
They have allowed and worked with corporations in countless racketeering schemes.
They have experimented on the people making and keeping them sick.
They have enforced unconstitutional laws and applied laws unconstitutionally on the people killing them and their pets.
They have so many crimes against humanity they are countless.
They have poisoned the food, water and air supply.
They have stolen the rights and property of people and sold them back to them with unlawful licenses and permits or just stolen them period.
They have unlawfully arrested and imprisoned people, kidnapped, tortured and killed them.
Their crimes are so numerous they can not be counted.
These are criminals involved in organized crime and they MUST pay for their crimes!
Judges, Presidents or agencies do not have any constitutional authority to make law period. Congress is the only one who have authority to make laws and powers delegated to them can not be delegated to ANYONE else! Even then congress MUST stay within their authority, the constitution and the law. Any law made any other way does not have due process of law! All you have to do is look at any government officials voting record and it is easy to see ALL of them have violated their oath of office to support, uphold and defend the constitution. All judges and police have violated their oath of office by enforcing unconstitutional laws. No one in government today lawfully represents the government or is allowed to hold office they are in or any other office as a government official. They are all con men impersonating government officials by law they are CRIMINALS! Just the fact of the existence of the Federal Reserve proves this fact.
"This Constitution, and the laws of the United States which shall be made in pursuance thereof;… shall be the supreme law of the land; and the judges in every state shall be bound thereby… The Senators and Representatives and members of the State legislature, and all executive and judicial officers of the United States and the several States, shall be bound thereby, anything in the Constitution or laws of any State to the contrary notwithstanding." The Constitution of the united States of America, Article VI, Cl 2, 3.
"The Constitution of the United States is a law for rulers and people equally in war and in peace, and covers with the shield of its protection all classes of men, at all times, and under all circumstances. No doctrine, involving more pernicious consequences, was ever invented by the wit of man than that any of its provisions can be suspended during any of the great emergencies of government." ~ Ex parte Milligan, 71 U.S. 2 (1866).
"[p]owers not granted (to any government) are prohibited." United States v. Butler, 297 U.S 1, 68 (1936).
The General rule is that an unconstitutional statute, though having the form and name of law, is in reality no law; but, is wholly void and ineffective for any purpose since unconstitutionality dates from the time of its enactment and not merely from the date of the decision so branding it. An unconstitutional law, in legal contemplation, is as inoperative as if it had never been passed.
Such a statute leaves the question that it purports to settle just as it would be had the statute not been enacted. Since an unconstitutional law is void, the general principles follow that it imposes no duties; confers no rights; creates no office; bestows no power or authority on anyone; affords no protection; and, justifies no acts performed under it… A void act cannot be legally consistent with a valid one. An unconstitutional law cannot operate to supersede any existing valid law. Indeed, insofar as a statute runs counter to the fundamental law of the land, it is superseded thereby. No one is bound to obey an unconstitutional law; and, no courts are bound to enforce it."16 American Jurisprudence 2nd, Sec. 114
"All laws, rules and practices which are repugnant to the Constitution are null and void… …if any statement within any law which is passed is unconstitutional, the whole law is unconstitutional." Marbury v. Madison, 5thU.S. 2 Cranch 137, 180. "
"No agreement with a foreign nation and no treaty is free from the restraints of the Constitution. " Reid v. Covert , 354 U.S. 1 (1957)
"The government of the United States… is one of limited powers. It can exercise authority over no subjects, except those which have been delegated to it. Congress cannot, by legislation, enlarge the federal jurisdiction, nor can it be enlarged under the treaty making power" Mayor of New Orleans v. United States, 10 Pet. 662, 736
"Anyone entering into an arrangement with the government takes the risk of having accurately ascertained that he who purports to act for the government stays within the bounds of his authority, even though the agent himself may be unaware of limitations upon his authority." The United States Supreme Court, Federal Crop Ins. Corp, v. Merrill, 332 US 380-388 L1947)
Cooper v. Aaron, By Chief Justice Earl Warren
No state, legislator, executive or judicial officer can "War" against (or test the limitations of) the Constitution without violating their undertaking to support it (Breach of Oath/Contract, Treason??). The Constitution created a government dedicated to equal justice under law. The Fourteenth Amendment embodied and emphasized that ideal…no State shall deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws. Our constitutional ideal of equal justice under law is thus made a living truth. (Book, Our Nation's Archive © 1999 pg 701)
Any court, government or government officer who acts in violation of, in opposition or contradiction to the Constitution, by his, or her, own actions, commits treason and invokes the self-executing Sections 3 and 4 of the 14th Amendment and vacates his, or her, office.
" An officer who acts in violation of the constitution ceases to represent the government". Brookfield Const. Co. v. Stewart, 284 F. Supp.94.
AM14.3/HO, IR No person shall hold office if he rebels against or violates the U.S. Constitution (treason).
AM14.3/RD Congress shall impeach anyone who rebels against or violates the U.S. Constitution.
Impeachment is a substitute for assassination.
Today we have a situation where no one is arresting anyone for anything in the government arena. We have laws in place but they are not enforced by those we put in place to enforce them. Since the government only exist by the consent of the people and people no longer consent to what they are doing that does not leave the people with many options. Those options are revolution in which many die that should not have had to die, or assassination in which those assassinated have no court or trial to justify their actions to the people. Thus we have impeachment to protect those in power from assassination and the people from revolution. Today many people are in office who are too stupid to realize this and step down from power willingly or on their own. This forces the hands of the people to either arrest them, revolt and assassinate them or get into another revolution. Assassination is the most logical answer if they will not impeach those who are involved in criminal activity. We are not talking about the assassination of Trump but the assassination of those ( the deep state ) trying to overthrow Trump and our constitutional way of government.
So I say to you we have a contract, it is called the constitution. It is the SUPREME law of the land, not your statutes or codes, not your acts, agreements or treaties. Congressmen, Senators, Presidents, Judges, Police, and ALL government officials do your job rightly. A generation will come when people invoke their rights and enact their duties to institute new government.
Whenever any form of government becomes destructive of these ends [life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness] it is the right of the people to alter or abolish it, and to institute new government… Thomas Jefferson (The Declaration of Independence)
It seems congress and judges have forgotten who the true boss is. They have gotten too big for their britches and it is time the people show them who the true boss is. They are guilty of treason and you do not have to be a lawyer to figure that one out.
"The people — the people — are the rightful masters of both Congresses, and courts — not to overthrow the Constitution, but to overthrow the men who pervert it." – "Abraham Lincoln, [September 16-17, 1859] (Notes for Speech in Kansas and Ohio)," Page 2.
The Oath of office is a quid pro quo contract cf [U.S. Const. Art. 6, Clauses 2 and 3, Davis Vs. Lawyers Surety Corporation., 459 S.W. 2nd. 655, 657., Tex. Civ. App.] in which clerks, officials, or officers of the government pledge to perform (Support and uphold the United States and state Constitutions) in return for substance (wages, perks, benefits). Proponents are subjected to the penalties and remedies for Breach of Contract, Conspiracy cf [Title 18 U.S.C., Sections 241, 242]. Treason under the Constitution at Article 3, Section 3., and Intrinsic Fraud cf [Auerbach v Samuels, 10 Utah 2nd. 152, 349 P. 2nd. 1112,1114. Alleghany Corp v Kirby., D.C.N.Y. 218 F. Supp. 164, 183., and Keeton Packing Co. v State., 437 S.W. 20, 28].
Refusing to live by their oath places them in direct violation of their oath, in every case. Violating their oath is not just cause for immediate dismissal and removal from office, it is a federal crime. Federal law regulating oath of office by government officials is divided into four parts along with an executive order which further defines the law for purposes of enforcement.
5 U.S.C. 3331, provides the text of the actual oath of office members of Congress are required to take before assuming office. 5 U.S.C. 3333 requires members of Congress sign an affidavit that they have taken the oath of office required by 5 U.S.C. 3331 and have not or will not violate that oath of office during their tenure of office as defined by the third part of the law, 5 U.S.C. 7311 which explicitly makes it a federal criminal offense (and a violation of oath of office) for anyone employed in the United States Government (including members of Congress) to "advocate the overthrow of our constitutional form of government"
U.S. Constitution – Article 2 Section 3
"He shall from time to time give to the Congress Information of the State of the Union, and recommend to their Consideration such Measures as he shall judge necessary and expedient; he may, on extraordinary Occasions, convene both Houses, or either of them, and in Case of Disagreement between them, with Respect to the Time of Adjournment, he may adjourn them to such Time as he shall think proper; he shall receive Ambassadors and other public Ministers; he shall take Care that the Laws be faithfully executed, and shall Commission all the Officers of the United States."


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Decided: July 22, 1994.
CATHERINE J. D'ALLESSANDRO, PLAINTIFF-RESPONDENT,v.P.F.L. LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, A/K/A AEGON INSURANCE COMPANY, AND/OR NATIONAL OLD LINE INSURANCE COMPANY, DEFENDANT-APPELLANT.
On appeal from the Superior Court of New Jersey, Law Division, Essex County.
Before Judges King, Havey and A.a. Rodriguez.
The opinion of the court was delivered by
RODRIGUEZ, A.A., J.S.C. (temporarily assigned).
Plaintiff is the named beneficiary of an accident insurance policy issued by P.F.L. Life Insurance Company (defendant) to her son Gregory. Gregory was killed instantly when struck by a car while he was preparing to attach a disabled car to his tow-truck on a public highway. Plaintiff filed a claim. Defendant paid the accidental death benefit ($7,000) but declined to pay the benefit for death arising out of the operation on a conveyance ($20,000), asserting that Gregory was a pedestrian when struck. The Law Division granted plaintiff's motion for summary judgment. We affirm.
The issue presented is whether Gregory was a pedestrian or an operator at the time of his death. The pertinent clause of the insurance policy provides:
If you sustain, directly and independently of all other causes, any of the losses set forth in this provision as a result of an accidental bodily injury received while you are traveling as a passenger or operator on any public or private conveyance, we will pay the sum specified for such loss. . . . (emphasis added)
There are no issues of material fact in dispute. Gregory parked his tow-truck in the parking lane of a street. He was preparing to tow a disabled car. As he was walking toward the disabled car to turn on the hazard lights, another car approached at a high rate of speed. That car struck Gregory, who died at the scene.
Both parties agree that a tow-truck is a public or private conveyance. However, defendant quotes Webster's Ninth New Collegiate Dictionary's definitions of "travelling," "passenger," "operator," and "on" and concludes that "it is beyond dispute [that Gregory] was a pedestrian on the side of the road and not travelling in his wrecker."
Plaintiff notes that the definitions of "on" in Black's Law Dictionary, (5th ed. 1979), and Webster's Deluxe Unabridged Dictionary, (2d ed. 1979), include "at or near, by, or along side of a certain thing." Plaintiff argues that it is not necessary for the decedent to have been actually inside the tow-truck to be covered by the travel accident provision.
The language under scrutiny could support either plaintiff's or defendant's interpretation. "When a policy fairly supports an interpretation favorable to both the insured and insurer, the policy should be interpreted in favor of the insured." Salem Group v. Oliver, 128 N.J. 1, 4, 607 A.2d 138 (1992). Thus, we hold that the policy's limitation of "traveling as a passenger or operator on a . . . conveyance," includes hooking a disabled vehicle to the conveyance in question.
Moreover, the policy refers to "operator," which is a broader term than "driver." 1C John A. Appleman, Insurance Law and Practice, § 572 (1981); see also, Touchton v. Allstate Insurance Co., 128 Ga. App. 754, 197 S.E. 2d 869 (Ga. App. 1973) (policy which provided benefits if insured was injured while driving did not apply where insured sustained injuries when his hand was caught in rollers of a corn harvester). The Wisconsin Supreme Court has held that an insured who sustains injury while pushing his car was "operating" the car within the meaning of an insurance policy. Merklein v. Indemnity Insurance Co. of North America, 214 Wis. 23, 252 N.W. 280 (Wis. 1934). "Operator" is defined by The American Heritage College Dictionary, 957 (3d ed. 1993), as "one who operates a machine or device." A tow-truck is a machine whose function is to pull disabled cars. In order to do that, a person must hook and secure the car safely to the truck. Gregory was in the process of that when he was killed. Therefore, he was "operating" the tow-truck within the meaning of defendant's policy.
We reject as unpersuasive cases cited by defendant to support its claim that Gregory was merely a pedestrian and not an operator at the time of death. In Batchelor v. Liberty National Life Insurance Co., 377 So. 2d 939 (Ala. 1979), the decedent's insurance policy provided accidental death benefits if the insured was killed "from injuries sustained while . . . riding in an automobile on a public street or highway." Decedent was repairing a flat tire when he was struck and killed by an oncoming car. The court declined to extend coverage. Id. ...
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I have a confession to make, it seemed like a good idea at the time and I knew I could make it work for us...
I applied for a loan to clear the rest of our debt :(
However we were turned down! Arggh!
My reasoning was that we could afford it, we'd pay the debt off sooner , the payments would be less and I'd be able to start on the mortgage at the same time.
I was upset when they said no but it has galvanised me to attack the debt and get it paid off the hard but much more satisfying way.
In a strop I switched bank accounts and earnt £100 plus £25 for charity.
I've closed accounts that were no longer needed and sorted things to sell.
I've trimmed back and rounded down.
I'm on a mission!!
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Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Monday, June 21, 2010
Video Premiere: Kelly Rowland - Commander [Completed Version]
Though not far from the un-finished version that was released prior to this, but the quality of the video is alot better. Kelly is serving some serious fierce-ness in this video i must say. I hope Kelly gets the credit she deserves, all these new tracks i've been hearing are all FIRE!!! I wish she would have released 'On & On' and 'Shake Them Haters Off' as her u.s. singles. I mean the way music is changing right now she had a chance to bring something with those singles instead of 'Rose Colored Glass' and 'Grown Ass Woman' 2 very nice tracks just not what i would have chose for singles so close to the top of her promotional work. She should've kept grillin' out the dance music and kept the energy high you know? Just my thoughts...what do you think??
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Tom Nicon, French model 22 y/o found dead in Milian one day before Milian's Men's Fashion Week
Tom Nicon, a 22-year-old French model who was known as a top runway walker, was found dead today in Milan, one day before the start of Milan's Men's Fashion Week. Nicon is said to have fallen from a window in his apartment.
A friend of Nicon's told Isaac Likes that Nicon was making normal pre-fashion week rounds just before his death.
"He did the Versace fitting this morning. After that he was supposed to go to his agency but he never arrived. I don't know if it was suicide or if he fell."
Nicon's death is the latest in a series of top models passing, including Ambrose Olsen and Lina Marulanda. Sports Illustrated model Noemie Lenoir attempted suicide just last month.
Nicon had appeared in shows for Versace, Louis Vuitton, Gareth Pugh and Costume National, among others. Isaac Likes speculated about a tribute to Nicon at some of the first shows tomorrow, in which Nicon might have appeared.
It's just sad to hear news like this *sigh* he was one of the youngest models on the high rise of fashion. He worked with designers such as Versace, Louis Vuitton, Hugo Boss, and Burberry and many more listed above in this article. It kind of sounds like there could be some foul play involved to me. C'mon right before Milian's Men's Fashion Week?! Either way my condolence's to his family and friends and Tom may you rest in peace...
Friday, June 18, 2010
New Video: N*E*R*D - Hot N' Fun ft. Nelly Furtado [Video Preview]
I really missed N*E*R*D it's been too long haha. I know they released an album a couple years back, but i'm glad they are back! This is the first single 'Hot N Fun' off the forthcoming album 'Nothing' set to drop on 9/7/10
Thursday, June 17, 2010
New Video: Kelis - 4th of July (Fireworks)
I love Kelis and i'm so glad she is back doing her thing been a fan since the beginning '4th of July (Fireworks)' serves as the 2nd single off 'Fleshtones' and this is the clip featured in the above post. ENJOY!!!
New Video: Katy Perry - California Gurls ft. Snoop Dogg
This is Katy's video for her new single 'California Gurls ft. Snoop Dogg' it's definately fun, fresh, FIERCE! It's the most exciting & colorful video i've seen this year and Katy is just stunning! Classic scene is when the Gummie Bear flipped her the bird and her expression on her face after was priceless lol!! Enjoy!!
Monday, June 14, 2010
New Video: Miguel - All I Want Is You ft. J.Cole
These fellas are pretty dope way too underatted if you ask me! They should and i believe will be some chart toppers when given the proper time to shine! This is the first single from Miguel entitled 'All I Want Is You ft. J.Cole'. I remember watching Miguel grow as an artist on myspace and we exchanged messages a couple times, but never really 'spoke spoke'. I'm glad he is repping the soul music hard love it!! Check him out and cop that mixtape it's fire!!!
Kelly performs 'Commander' @ The Graham Norton Show [6/14/10]
Simply Amazing!! Kelly sure brought that fire in this performance! Hot new look, hot outfit, hot vocals!! As each performances i'm seeing of 'Commander' she just gets stronger vocally and her presence is totally felt in a bigger way!!! This track is a monster and I think personally it would do good on radio here in the U.S. everyone is copying the whole electro dance sound out here anyway. All I know is Kelly is making major moves!! I can't wait to see what else her promotional tour has in store for us all!!! =P ENJOY!!
p.s. I kind of feel like after Kelly made a hit with David Guetta on 'When Love Takes Over' every other artist from the U.S. gravy trained off her swag lol!! The only ones who are ok are The Black Eyed Peas, but everyone else so sad stop being a swagger jacker lol!!!
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Song Of The Moment: Neon Trees - Animal
This is Neon Trees one of my favorite bands at the moment. I love this album 'Habits' even though it only has like 8 songs still worth picking up and adding to your collections! ENJOY!!
New Video: Mystery Jets - Dreaming of Another World
Here is a new song from 'Mystery Jets' video for their new single 'Dreaming Of Another World' which will be released on July 5th 2010. The track was taken from the album 'Serotonin'.
Katy Perry on Le Grand Journal Interview
Katy performed earlier this week on French TV show 'Le Grand Journal'. I couldn't find her performance of 'California Gurls' but the interview was cute lol! She looked stunning, SO GORGEOUS!! =] Enjoy!!
Maximum Balloon out July 15th 2010!!
I actually just came across this clip while checking out their label-mate.. Kelis and the video preview of her 2nd single '4th of July'. It's a very catchy up-tempo song I really like it! The title of the song is called 'Maximum Balloon featuring Aku - Tiger' the full video will be released June 15th and the album will be dropping sometime in August of 2010!! Definately something i'll be keeping my eye's and ears open for!! Enjoy!
New Video: Kelis - 4th of July [Preview]
I love, love, love... Kelis and this is her 2nd single '4th of July' lifted off her latest album 'Fleshtones' in stores & online. The video will premiere in full June 16th I can't wait!!! Enjoy!
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Diddy & Dirty Money Perform On The Jonathan Ross Show [LIVE]
I really love this song and my favorite part is Dawn & Kaleena's part, also i like T.I. & Rick Ross's part. I just don't understand why Diddy has to be a part of everything he just kills the song in my opinion and not in a good way. I don't know I just don't like it when i hear him all over a track. It's just kind of like he hogs the show from his artists, I dislike it very much.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
New Video: T-Max - Don't Be Rude
This is the first single off T-Max's debut album 'Born To The Max' the song is entitled 'Don't Be Rude'. It's a pretty cool video and that dudes dreads are dope! They are also another band from Korea, very awesome i like how they are fearless when it comes to the style of how they dress! Awesome song ENJOY!!
Video Premiere: Lady Gaga - Alejandro
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New Video: Shawn Desman - Shiver [April 19th 2010]
It's been awhile since i've heard anything new from Shawn Desman. I came across this video a couple months back and was just blown away by the choreography and vocally he just gets better each time. I hope you enjoy the song & video, let me know what you think about it & drop a comment!
Monday, June 7, 2010
New Video: Eminem - Not Afraid
This is Eminem's latest single 'Not Afraid' off his latest album entitled 'Recovery'. Enjoy!
New Video: Timbaland - If We Never Meet Again ft. Katy Perry
Okay..I know this video might of come out earlier this year, but im only now seeing it. Great collabo and it's a nice song too. As always Katy looks beautiful.
Live Performance: Big Bang II Electric Love Tour 2010 @ Yokohama Arena, Japan. Aired on TBS JAPAN (27.03.2010
Big Bang Electric Love Tour Concert (Intro)
'Gara Gara Go!' (Big Bang)
'Acting Like Nothing's Wrong' (T.O.P./Solo)
'A Good Man' (Big Bang)
'Stylish' (Big Bang)
'With U' [English Version] (Big Bang)
'Wedding Dress' (Taeyang/Solo)
Earlier this year the fellas of the Korean Pop/Hip Hop Super Group... BIG BANG! embarked on their tour. Above are a few of my favorite performances from the concert! I enjoyed the concert so much i had it imported from Japan! Amazing from start to finish. I hope you all enjoy these videos and drop a comment and let me know what you think ??! ENJOY!!
p.s. if you want to search up the entire concert, you can find it on youtube!
also if you would like to order the Big Bang Electric Love Tour 2010 on dvd order it off cdjapan!!
Sunday, June 6, 2010
New Video: f(x) - Nu Abo // f(x)(에프엑스)_NU ABO_뮤직비디오
This is Korean Girl Group 'f(x)' with their latest single 'Nu Abo' off their first mini album. I guess in Korea they release music in series instead of full length albums. i think it's actually a good idea because you keep the fans and the artist current amongst their fan base which means they never get over played or underatted as much. They release just a few songs and then put out another one later. This is one reason why their videos are so visually amazing, because they are saving money from recording a full album to give their fans heavy live promotion instead and fantastic videos! After listening to them a few times i'm sure you'll be a fan too!
Video Throwback: 2PM - Heartbeat [2009]
This is Korean Pop Band 2PM with there late 2009 hit 'Heartbeat' I don't understand most of what they are saying, but music just speaks in so many ways. I've read the translated version and it just made me enjoy the song more. I think it's good to venture out of your personal music box and explore different cultures music it's very interesting what you'll find. They are pretty amazing from their style,choreo, and vocals. I enjoy all kinds of music so you may see artist your not really aware of on my blog from time to time, but please ENJOY! Tell me what you think??!
New Video: Girlicious - Maniac
It's very cool to see my girl's coming hard on their latest single 'Maniac' it's been a very long time since i've updated my blog so the past view videos i've posted are not exactly up to date. This is the first release off their up-coming album due out later this year. I remember when I use to chat it up with Natalie on myspace a little and they even posted my fan graphics on their pages. Well I wish you all the best these are some very sweet and gifted ladies!
New Video: Kylie - All The Lovers [HD Trailer]
Here is the latest single and video from Kylie Minogue off her new album 'Aphrodite' set to hit stores June 28th 2010! This is only a preview of the video above to view the full video [click here] and check it out on youtube! Enjoy!! Makes sure to come back and tell me what you think of the video ok? I think it's beautifully made and such a sweet song...the video is kinda erotic too but nonetheless nice song! =]
New Video: Erykah Badu - Window Seat
Beautiful video, read beyond the nudity and take in the message through the lyrics. Erykah always keeps it 100% real and straight to the point in her music I respect this lady's artistry a true bonafide ARTIST! Like I said before with Dwele and artist of their musical genre this is truely where my heart is when it comes to what i consider real music!
New Video: Dwele - What's Not To Love
Dwele always coming fresh and with that real r&b/soul music! Much respect and I can't wait til that album drops June 26th 2010! This is where my heart is when it comes to music. Music with meaning and a message, this is what music of today is missing... SUBSTANCE!
Kelly Rowland performs 'When Love Takes Over' @ The World Music Awards [May,18th 2010]
Probably one of her best performances of 'When Love Takes Over' I wish she performed 'Commander'. The video for 'Commander' is set to be released on June 9th 2010 this coming wenesday! I can't wait for the completed video to premiere!!! I always enjoy The World Music Awards, it's always interesting and introduces new artist & their music to the world! Enjoy!!!
New Video: Rihanna - Te Amo
Rihanna never fails to bring a "SEXY" video. Here is the video for 'Te Amo' one of my favorite tracks off 'Rater R'. Enjoy! =]
Video Preview: Lady Gaga - Alejandro (Teaser 1 & 2)
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Video Preview: Katy Perry - California Gurls ft. Snoop Dogg
I really missed Katy Perry she is always so fun! I enjoy this song very much and the video is cute! Go Katy!! It also features Snoop Dogg on the track. Check out the video clip above & tell me what you think? Enjoy!!
Thursday, June 3, 2010
New Video: Kelly Rowland - Commander [Leaked Version/ Uncomplete Version]
I've got to say i'm feelin the fierce-ness coming from my girl Kelly though I doubt this is the final version of the video. I was just over at ThatGrapeJuice.net and it seems someone illegally leaked the video early. It's suppose to premiere in it's entirety June 9th 2010 (next wenesday) I knew there was something missing it just didn't seem finished to me and with the hype around 'Commander' and the heavy promotion of the single and Kelly, I knew there had to be more to the video haha! Check out the clip above in it's "demo" format haha!
New Video: Mike Posner - Cooler Than Me
This guy is talented for sure i just got done listening to his mixtape and the fact that he created most of this album in his dorm room for about a month and a half just proves just that! Here is the first single and video for 'Cooler Than Me' a hot hot track! Enjoy! =]


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Meat and Wine's wagyu steak. Image's right belong to traveltipz.com.au
This week has been a sumptuous week for me. Prior to my conversion into a moderate-eating minded person, I once was a predator on the dining table. For the sake of greener future, I decided to follow the eating habit like an athlete, albeit only 10% of that grand mission being taken into place. Three days before this week coming, I had been anticipating on how splendid this should be. Starting with hearty hotpot meals in abundant manner, I reverted back to my old rapacious manner. The pinnacle came on the midweek wednesday, the much anticipated and no-can-refuse meal, steak for dinner!
The old saying is true where they say no happiness can last long. As early as early morning on Thursday, my emotion began adrift to sluggish state. Once enthusiastically leaping every minute of the day looking forward to the day of tomorrow, then became so blank and emotionless. Really feeling is a bad navigator for this life.
My friend who worked as a nurse on a nursing home shared to me about the unique pattern there. She observed the nuns and priests who finished their period of serving and moved to nursing home are generally looked more enthusiastic and energetic about their daily life. They make up their own bed in the morning and visit one another room, whereas their "common people" counterparts are just motionless and looked so plain towards life. My take from this observation is that what makes a difference in their attitude is not their present condition, but it is what they have in the future. The former group have something to look forward to, they believe in the life after death, therefore they have reason to go through the day with a sense of joy and warmth that their future is rest assured in heaven.
Isn't that gorgeous? Jesus admonished the disciples to not rejoice over the power of making miracles happen, but to cheerfully treasure that their very own names are written on the heaven's record. I admit that most of the time, I miss to see the grace of God as opposite to apostle Paul's wish when my situations become unpleasant. Whenever a discomfort come, my nerve begin to turn on its self-sufficiency mode as if I can handle every circumstance. Ironically, a sense of control only lead to false hope in ourself and at the end of the day, disappointment is all we could possibly get if we rely on our own. The wisest king, Solomon, beautifully summed it up in his sentence where he wrote blessed is the one who does not lean on his own understanding. Oh, how I affirm your words Solomon, blessed is the one who does not rely on his own effort to manufacture his own hope and joy! I believe that hope from the darling of heaven, Jesus, is certainly truer than a wednesday's steak!


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What this basically does is makes you invisible like ghost mode. But, you cant be killed my other hackers that are opking, tele killing, or opking. This was called Beast Mode long ago.
Noob Proof - And find the addie using cshell dumped. * Hint *
Credits- To Who Ever Wants It ( Im just posting what i had in my base for atleast 2 months now * What People Wanted * )Code:void invisplayer(bool enemy) { if(enemy) { if(*(long*) dwPlayerStatus == 1) *(long*) dwPlayerStatus = -5; }else{ if(*(long*)dwPlayerStatus == -5) *(long*)dwPlayerStatus = 1; } }
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U sir are an idiot.....
commando: You're probably the best non-coder coder I know LOL
I agree I just posted cause it wasn't posted on mpgh.
MG, You know this way was used by me before 1 year?
You know too, you arent "invisible"?
The server just think your another player (or no player) cuz client doesnt send pos updates.
When you spawn and you go away, all can kill you @ spawn.
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Chakdaha, West Bengal: Chakdaha is a city and municipality (urban administrative division) in Kalyani subdivision of Nadia District in West Bengal. Located at 23°05′N 88°31′E, Chakdaha has an average elevation of 36 feet above sea level and is located on the east bank of River Bhagirathi. Nadia District shares international borders with Bangladesh.
Chakdaha is 42 kms south of the District Capital - Krishnanagar; 25 kms northeast of Kalyani; 10 kms south of Payradanga; 13 kms south of Ranaghat; 47 kms north of Barrackpore; 59 kms north of Dum Dum and 66 kms north of State Capital - Kolkata.
According to Hindu mythology, when River Bhagirathi was leading River Ganga along this route, it was at this place that the 'chakra' (wheel) of his chariot got stuck in the sand from which the place derives its name - 'Chakradaha' or Chakdaha.
Chakdaha is a quiet river-side town of West Bengal in Nadia District. Rani Nagar Ghat and Gour Nagar Ghat are two points on the Bhagirathi river bank in Chakdaha where one could take boat rides or long walks alongside the river. Locals spend their evenings here. As fishing is an industry here at Chakdaha, a fishing permit from the State government may be required for tourists to indulge in fishing in River Bhagirathi in Chakdaha.
Mangaldeep Island is another place to be explored for picnicking which is near Payradanga.
Chakdaha - similar to Kalyani is predominantly into education with numerous schools and colleges with affiliation to Kalyani University.
Chakdaha is also well equipped with mid-sized Hospitals, diagnostic centres, veterinary hospital, movie theatres, small restaurants, bazaars, stadium, police station, couple of parks, temples and its own water-treatment plant.
The area on the north of Chakdaha towards its District Capital - Krishnanagar is an agricultural area whose main produce is rice, mangoes, jute, fish, poultry and cattle.
In Krishnanagar there is a locality called Ghurni (51 kms north of Chakdaha) which is the birthplace of the fountainhead of 'Kriya Yoga' - Yogiraj Sri Shyama Charan Lahiri Mahasaya.
Krishnanagar (42 kms north); Kalyani (25 kms south); Ranaghat (13 kms north); Barrackpore (47 kms south); Dum Dum (59 kms south); Kolkata (66 kms south) are nearby cities.


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But get up we all did at long and at last. As my fuzzy slipper-clad feet hit the floor of the lower level, a new excitement stole over me, and that excitement has continued to grow throughout the day. Following 2013's series of business disappointments that I lay completely at the feet of the economy catching up with everyone, it would be so easy for me to be discouraged, to quit, to liquidate my business and call it a day. But I'm no quitter!
I usually have a strong sense of how business will roll through the year, or, more importantly, how I'm going to roll with my business, and this year is no different. I'm starting the year with better boundaries on myself. I'm going to lower some of my walls to enable others to help me when I need it, as well as ask for help when I need it. (Hey, even the Lone Ranger had Tonto, right?) Another thing I'm doing with intention is put boundaries on myself. I have to discipline myself better in order to grow my business, and I'm starting with this week's Indie Beauty Network's Success Call. I have to give up an hour or two of TV to take part, and unfortunately, in doing so, I'll have to give up my best friend's and my weekly tradition of watching our favorite Tuesday night shows together virtually, but it's not every week. It's not like I can't catch the shows in reruns or online, too.
While I don't think 2014 will be MY YEAR (I'd seriously make that blink if I could), I feel strongly that the steps and action plans I'm going to put into effect this year will provide an incredible foundation for next year to be MY YEAR. I feel like I'm gearing up for absolutely amazing things to happen, and how exciting it will be to have you along for the ride!
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For my thoughts on voluntourism (which I prefer to call "vaniteerism"), click here.
I dropped off some Cheerios, milk, brownie mix, deodorant, etc at the shelter last night, and it was the funniest visit yet. First, there was a woman near the cabinet where I was offloading toiletries unpacking a very professional-looking video camera. I overheard that she's "documenting" two of the kids at the shelter. Then I went to the back to unload the food, and there were about a dozen awkward white kids clustered in the kitchen. One of the boys who's always there when we are (and has stated his preference for triple-bladed razors) said they were going to be there all week from Wisconsin and "I have to say, they make me very uncomfortable". Yeah, me too. You could tell they were there to "do good" during their Spring Break, but clearly the shelter kids were not crazy about the situation, and were almost... relieved? ... to see quiet, regular ol' me. Two of them leapt upon the deodorant, which surprised me - between us, Dani & I have donated 25 full-size Sure, Speedstick, Right Guard and Secret in the past two weeks. When that wishlist a few weeks back said they were completely out, they weren't exaggerating!
Anyway, I'm not sure what these college kids on Spring Break are hoping to achieve, especially since there are so many of them that the shelter kids who enjoy cooking aren't "needed". At least when it's just a couple of us, it's more like we're sharing their territory rather than usurping it. I wonder how much the two groups interact...the shelter kids were way more skilled at hiding their discomfort.
I heard the shelter manager speak for the first time - to the camera woman. Apparently while donations are slacking off at the moment, there is a rise in volunteer interest. Just goes to show that in this economy, we all have more time than money, duh. I like combining the two, the way i have been (thanks to Dani's cooking-for-the-masses skills!).
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Voluntourism/Vaniteerism at the runaway teen shelter
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- Saver Queen said...
Interesting post - I wrote about volunteerism last night as well.
Kind of annoying, this half-assed approach, isn't it? If they don't want to be there, or are only interested in doing certain kinds of jobs, they shouldn't bother. Episodic work that is project-specific, meaningful and useful is one thing... hanging around not doing anything because their most favourite job isn't available is another thing all together.
- April 8, 2009 at 11:14:00 PM EDT
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January 2017- Editor's note
The solar energy capacity in India, as per some estimates, may double to nearly 18 GW in 2017. A Mercom report said that the sector may add nearly 9 GW this year and a Bridge to India report said that India's solar market may grow by 90%, making it one of the top global markets. But as a cause of worry, incomplete infrastructure at solar parks in India is hurting the development of some largescale solar power projects. To put things in perspective, out of the 100 GW solar target, 20 GW is allocated to solar parks and 34 solar parks have been planned across 21 Indian states.
This year some growth areas could be solar water pumps, solar rooftops, rural electrification, local manufacturing and wind energy. As per estimates, the solar water pumping systems market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 18.7% from FY 2017-22. Currently, 26 million agricultural pumps are installed of which nearly 7 million pumps are diesel-based and the remaining are grid-connected. However, due to unreliable grid supply and increasing diesel prices, solar water pumping system offers a huge opportunity to replace conventional pumps. So far, over 90,000 solar pumps have been installed as on 31 October 2016.
Solar rooftops: The target of 40 GW rooftop solar is considered to be a steep one by some analysts and so far about 500 MW (till 31 October 2016) has been installed. In view of the challenges, extension of Accelerated Depreciation (which till date has been quite vital for growth of the rooftop segment) and successful implementation of net metering schemes would be crucial.
Rural electrification: Measures were taken to electrify 18,452 villages across the country by 2018. In this regard, off-grid RE solutions, including mini-grids, could be considered as good options since they can be deployed rapidly, be customised to local needs and reach areas where grid extension is unviable. These solutions could also be extended for solar-powered irrigation to reduce vulnerability to erratic rainfall and help build climate-resilient infrastructure in remote areas.
Local manufacturing: Power Minister Piyush Goyal said that a scheme to promote domestic manufacturing of solar panels and making wind power affordable through an auction of sites will lead to a packed 2017. A Rs 21,000-crore module is intended to create 5 GW of PV manufacturing capacity by 2019 and 20 GW by 2026.
Now if only there was some more traction in terms of energy storage solutions in view of intermittent RE, which could also work for the electric cars segment to help cut down on petrol and diesel consumption, even while cutting down carbon emissions.
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Saturday, April 9, 2011
Blog Post #11
Ms.Cassidy's Youtube video,Little Kids... Big Potential was awesome! I was amazed at how these young kids were able to use technology in their classroom. But, what really caught my attention was the students blogging. I am all about blogging and using technology in classrooms, but thought it was not really a good idea for young students. After watching this video, I can see that it can be done!
I enjoyed watching the Skype video. I learned a lot about technology use in the classroom. Technology use in classrooms is growing rapidly and Ms. Cassidy has embraced it and uses it effectively, which allows her students to grow technologically with the rest of the world. As I said in my thoughts about the video, Little Kids... Big potential, I felt like blogging was for more mature, older students. However, my view has shifted a little from that. I like that Ms. Cassidy allows her students to blog, even if it is just one sentence. I think that is what has had me hung up on young students blogging in the classroom. I now realize that young students should not be expected to blog paragraphs of information and thoughts, but can be expected type their thoughts in a sentence or two even if it takes a while and the spelling isn't correct. So, blogging is something I can see myself incorporating in my future classroom. Who knows maybe my future students will be on the EDM 310 list for Comments for kids.
One technique I will definitely use when I start teaching is, video. I love watching students share their work and talking about what they are learning. As a parent I would love to see my kids in videos learning and talking about what is going on in their classroom.
Ms. Cassidy mentioned, Ning a few times. I don't know what this is, but I am definitely going to look it up and see what it is all about.
One problem that could arise getting students to blog, is not having enough computers. At my children's school, there are not enough computers for every student, there is usually 3 or 4 per class. This would be a problem as far as blogging as a group. Computer labs may be the answer to that, but most times the students are doing another assignment. Another solution to this issue would be to let 4 students blog during their center time each day, so that by the end of the week all of the students will have been able to blog.
Ms. Cassidy had some great ideas and I am totally inspired by her enthusiasm for using technology in her classroom!
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Alrighty, week #2 of summer in our house. I can totally tell that my girls have been together way too much! The bickering and picking on each other is at an all time high and I am about to lose my marbles!
If that isn't enough, I haven't felt super. So, these first few activities are super simple and kind of uneventful!
We kicked off Pioneer Week with a trip to the local library.
We found a bunch of books on Pioneers and life in the Old West. We have been reading stories about what life was like and some of the things that the kids would have done.
I really don't think my 4yr old believes that there wasn't always TVs, and even houses! It is a hard concept to wrap your head around, I suppose!
I also found this cute little activity on MormonShare.com.
It is a cute little wagon for the kiddos to color and cut out. It is suppose to look like what the Pioneers would have seen as they left Winter Quarters and headed into the Salt Lake Valley.
This one isn't finished yet, but you get the idea!
Here are a couple of my projects that have kept be busy this week (and still trying to get them finished!)
I am making a train as part of our Primary Float for our multi-stake parade.
I will post pics of the whole float when we get it finished!
Also, I am attempting, and I use that word loosely, to make bonnets and aprons for me and my girls for the parade. I have two aprons done and half of one bonnet! Think I will get them finished in time for the parade? Might have to break out the glue gun! :-p
Again, I will post pics
when if they get finished!
Are you celebrating Pioneer Days this weekend? What fun activities to you have planned? Do you have any fun craft Pioneer Activities you want to share or feature? Let me know!