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Stand-up comedians are sort of like your email inbox. Some of them (Louis C.K.) are like emails you get from a good friend you've stayed in touch with; always nice to hear from them and they always leave a smile on your face. Some (Bill Cosby) you don't hear from very often but you start to laugh almost as soon as you see who it's from. Some (Brian Regan) are like your old college buddy you haven't heard from in a while but when you do….oh man, you almost forgot how nice it was to hang out with him. Some (Doug Stanhope) are like the Evites you get from the guy whom you're not sure about, things could go seriously south, but at the same time you know they're gonna go somewhere and you sort of wanna be there to witness it.
And some are like the emails you get from that weird relative who somehow got your email address - you certainly didn't give it to him - and now he bombards you with conspiratorial IMPORTANT MESSAGES that are plastered with pixelated GIFs of eagles flapping their wings and the American flag jerkily waving in non-existent wind. Unfortunately, Tim Slagle's "The Best of Slagle Vol. 1" is in this category.
This is an odd collection for a "Best of" compilation mostly because…there aren't a lot of laughs. I wasn't familiar with Slagle going into it and the opening track didn't leave a very strong first impression. His delivery style hearkens back to the 80s (not necessarily in a good way) and until he referenced September 11, I actually thought that's when this track was recorded. The crowd's reaction is lackluster at best and didn't seem the right choice with which to open the album.
Slagle likes politics (not really my strong suit) and he likes to scream (a style I've rarely embraced), so when he screams about politics it becomes a bit off-putting. He raves at the audience as if they're the ones committing the atrocities he's so worked up about and it didn't connect with me. I like to listen to comedy to laugh, not to feel like I'm being yelled at for 40 minutes.
It's not that I have anything against political humor per se. I love "The Daily Show," "The Colbert Report," and "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver." As far as comics go, I find Dennis Miller funny and I'm especially fond of Lewis Black (who, coincidentally enough, also tends to be a political screamer). What these guys all have in common, though, is a sense of humor. There are jokes in their material because…well….they're comedians. Slagle uses his platform not so much to be funny but…to use as a platform.
At one point, Slagle insists that he's not being hateful as he yells about the fact he's not allowed to make fun of black people (Seriously? This upsets you that much?). Instead, he's "exercising his right to free speech."
And he is.
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It's only now that we can sit back, after a short while of iClone v.7.x being released that we can see new perspectives in the way the modern day Animator can fashion his output.
And yet there's something fishy about the lacking interest from Animators around the world.
You'd imagine the Forum at www.forum.Reallusion.com to be a hive of frantic activity with people coming in from all over the world asking questions, demanding, screaming for attention from the Founder members..... oh yes, hang on a second, I was one of those before I was slaughtered online in the Forum there for producing an Animation on Anti-Drug abuse and then banned and my account closed because they deemed my presence too upsetting for the quitter humbles that control it. That's right.
Disgusting but true. I created a Warning Animation for minors, a simple anti-drug production, to teach children of the detrimental (mental being the key word) affects and psychological issues of taking drugs or being offered them by their peers or classmates.
Too upsetting for those who abuse substances, obviously, but my dedication to Animation and promotion of iClone to this end still remains high on the list of priorities.
I can't get all het up about being sloshed from the Reallusion forum when I run about 11 of my own in different subjects from Microbiology, Microelectronics and Digital Photography as well as three on Animation and also host in my own servers 4 Digital Art Galleries which are filling up fast.
Yes, I'm no fool when it comes to technology. I started out in Photography after gaining a Degree in Commercial Psychology in Salisbury, England, progressed to Electrography, 2D flash animation and then to 3D Animation with iClone back in 2005 or so.
The current day sees Animations going out to the US Medical Field which is a tricky market to break into. iClone version 7 is now actually more MY animal than a commercial one in that Ill use iot now primarily to create an Animation I have worked on backoffice for a decade.
iClone can handle itself very well now and I am pleased to say that the characters I need are really easy to create with Character Creator by Reallusion allowing me infinite Character creation abilities ironing out the modeler and leaving me ever more so in control.
"Now THATS something to think about." Quote from "The Librarian". A small project test animation for lighting to set a theme.
With the massive array of new technologies coming out of the Reallusion hive we see incredible Sci-Fi and design that should under normal circumstances enthuse, inspire and excite any newcomer or existing Animator but..... that degree of fire and life just isn't there.....
So what's missing?
Is it the lack of interest.
No! Students across the world are utilizing software leagues more complex and time sucking than iClone.
Is it lack of ability in the software.
Hell no! iClone does more now than it ever could.
So where has the equation broken down?
It struck me today after watching an enthusiastic "clique" in the Reallusion forum that the "rulers" of the Animation side of things at least are a bunch of either or both Wannabe's or Hasbeens.... which ever way you interpret their presence the miserably tedious and boring-to-the-senses idea of re-introducing a character that looks like a badly designed office clerk is appallingly suicidal to the promotion of IClone which in its current marketing campaign has seen a superb "ROME" set created in, wait for it, MODULAR format and an absolutely incredible array of Sci-Fi avatars and Mechs that totally blow the competition out of the window.
With these few items alone the potential is massive. Just massive.
But something is missing in the "get it out there" campaigns and I wonder that it isn't the rather semi-retired attitudes of the Forum because if I was new to this field and I went in there.... firstly all I see is a confucion of modelling, hi tech graphics card talk, conversion talk, and other non descript things that as a pure Animator.... mean nothing to me, inspire me less and actually....... bore me.
Then I find an Animation group asking anyone to join their quest to make ridiculous animations good or bad of an office clerk character.
So now not only am I left in the dark having been lured in by Sci-Fi wonders and colossal claims of excellence ion the software...... but suddenly on the INSIDE...... making animations about librarians and clerks?
Coupled with a very toned down unexciting crew of key members self hailing their own excellence with little or nothing to back it up.... and I've already left to go and see www.poser.com because THERE I now I can see ANimation, Avatars, Beautiful Renders and incredible things.
www.Renderosity.com makes me feel excited about the possibility of Animation. HERE we can see whats happening in the world.
But oddly Renderosity do not recognize Reallusion's iClone as serious Animation Software. . Why?
So my disappointments are that somehow somewhere the inspiration dulling attitude of the current Reallusion Forum controllers are literally treading on the enthusiasm of the young, new, inspired up and coming ANimators and sending them away.
I say this....
If you've come into this page and you've read it all the way through well done. (You are now 2% of the population who can hold their attention span longer than the average facebook poster.)
iClone IS the Animal you assume it to be.
iClone CAN do what you need iot to and more. Leagues more..... really.
The power you have in your hands if you bought this software is bigger than your imagination and ias long as you stick to your guns and follow your own ideas and really study the software making sure it does everything you need it to......... you'll succeed.
You will, you will.
You'll win. But not if you allow the enthusiasm crushing pensioner-like attitude of those who are, by their own example of production, bored with the software.....
Stay inspired.
Stay in tune with the way YOU think.
Believe in yourself and your Animations will slowly appear in front of you.
I know. Because I am an Animator.
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Looking back at the way iClone used to be we're now faced with everything we wished from it back in 2005.
Impressive, stunning and globally manipulative. Now the Animator can get on with what he does best.
For many years we all wondered if we would ever, at an affordable price, be able to match the works output by such giants as we can all name... now it seems we've not only been given the ability to create such animations but also sets and atmospheres with infinite variance and also the Avatars themselves.
There was a time when you either had to have lost a decade in modelling software to be able to create something close to what you were after... or else hunt down across the world an Avatar that sort of looked a bit like something close to what was required. Miserable were those days.
Now all that's changed.
With Character Creator you've literally squashed the general avatar Modeler out of the equation and you can do it all for yourself importing and exporting the avatar in and out of iClone tweaking and re-modelling to your hearts content.
Freedom to create.
The satisfaction that comes from this can only be felt by Animators because the one issue that was always tiresome was that the Avatar purchased nearly performed as you wished it to; was almost as easy as the Reallusion stock avatars because of compatibility issues or else you had to re-write parts of your script to adjust to what was missing or performed poorly.
The bliss of being able to create character after character is delicious and very inspiring. hats off to those who wrote Character Creator because it's that degree of insight and expertise that the modern hi-tech digital Animator needs to shine. Hats off and top marks to Reallusion.
Culling Positivity.
The Reallusion forum is still as miserably dominated by what we can only imagine as lower level Reallusion staff or else the external modelers who added to the "thin on the ground" avatar population in the first place and in this their current and miserably unimaginative chase of their "pinhead" character is demeaning and detrimental to Reallusion's progress to say the least especially when Reallusion have done their best to bring iClone leagues up a slippery and very steep technological hill. Just to be trashed by a character fixation that was dull and tedious back in its birth let alone today.
Fore-fronting such unimaginative "crap" one can only wonder why, when faced with the inspiration of Reallusion's creations, one would opt for the dullard character pinhead as some kind of "journeys arrival" in modern animation ESPECIALLY when you're dealing with the Worlds leading software in the field.
Wake Up!
Someone somewhere has to sit down and say, OK, we need to puch iClone out further than the banks and find a way of getting the mass animator-population to jointly accelerate a collaboration effort using THIS character in THIS theme and on THIS set and someone somewhere needs to define a storyline's progress so that in the end the resulting output of iClone hits the mark and utilizes every facet newcomers to Animation need to know about.
Strong Character.
Powerful sets.
Monstrous weather.
Incredible attire.
Unbelievable weaponry.
Delicious Particle engineering.
But instead the forefront "joint effort" is led by a group of middle aged fading and defeated wannabe's pushing what appears to be a shirt n tie office clerk avatar into stifled mundane output that stinks of iclone version 3.
Never follow the sheep.
I have to say it but it's time to let in the young and allow the fire of enthusiastic inspiration hit the fan.
And so it's forwards from now on....
iClone 7.x is here and from this cornerstone onwards we can only race uphill and forwards way into our imaginations now because, if you look at the facilities within iClone now, nothing's there to stop you realizing your, until now, stifled dreams.
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When the power button on the front of the unit gets pressed, it makes a couple clicking noises but won't turn on. No sound comes out and nothing appears on the screen. Any advice on how this problem can be fixed as well as cost?
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My Sanyo HT28745 clicks but does not turn on. After 3 trys will not click. Can unplug momentarily does not help. Can unplug and leave a couple of days and it will turn on. After turned off and the next time turned on the same "Click" problem ocurs. Also there is a background noise that sounds like wind blowing across a mike. Also sometimes the TV will change channels and back on it`s on without any controls being used.
I have the same problem. I took it to a repair shop, and was told it's the power supply (flyback transformer). Unfortunately, no one supplies parts for these TVs sold at WalMart, and numerous calls to Sanyo and many messages left have not been returned. It looks like it's going to be a very expensive, disposable TV....
We are having the same problem. Sometimes we can turn the tv on and just leave it alone and it will come on about 5 minutes later. We've had it 1 year and 3 months. Very disappointing! I will be calling Sanyo for answers.
I have the same problem, has anyone found the piece that is needed for this my tv has been out of service for over a year now due to this and i paid too much to just throw it in the trash. so my tv just sits there collecting dust
Same here...
Also noticed that, when looking at the set, if you hit the top of the upper left hand corner, it makes noise through the speaker, and a hard enough hit can cause the TV to go from functional to clicking and not functioning.
Occasionally, tilting the TV where the left side is down and the right side is up has been known to get the set to turn on (temporarily)...
I have had a similar problem with my tv, it has something to do with the power supply.Try unplugging your tv from the AC outlet. While unplugged from the power supply hold down the - volume control and then plug the tv back in while holding down the - volume control. It should bring up the service screen. If the screen turns on and is blank then it may need to be brought in for repairs.
If the screen does turn on, either blank or with the service menu, turn off the tv and unplug it from the power supply again. With it still unplugged hold down the power button on the tv and then replug in the tv. continue to hold down the power button until the tv displays a video signal on screen.
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Our ideas about gender differences in communication styles are constantly evolving and are shaped by circumstance. For example, my brother grew up with three sisters and was, therefore, influenced by a culture of females. On the other hand, my husband grew up with brothers and sisters and lived in a diverse neighbourhood. His communication style was so flexible, he was a chameleon when it came to adjusting to different social environments. While men are more concerned with problem-solving and establishing hierarchy, women are more tuned into regulating closeness and distance, and maintaining social cohesion; however, we are all under the influence of social behaviour, the intricacies of a multi-cultural society and other social factors including economic realities. With all this at play, a simple conversation may not be so simple after all.
The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place – George Bernard Shaw
If you can recognize typical communication styles and understand the underlying factors associated with the behaviour, you'll find it far easier to navigate conversations with your family, partner and at work.
Recognize gender differences in communication styles:
As a counsellor in a female-dominated profession, I must rise above my gender bias to communicate effectively with men and boys in order to help them. As an employee with a female boss, and both male and female colleagues, I need to understand their unique communication styles and adapt myself accordingly. I still need to be myself but being flexible allows me to get to the heart of the matter more easily. And you don't have to be a counsellor to benefit from that! Have a look at the charts below – I think you'll recognize these gender styles.
|Possible Motivation
|Challenges and points out another perspective ('the devil's advocate')
|A desire to gather more information or expand their understanding of the issue.
|Uses direct, brief & commanding language to communicate decisions.
|A desire to communicate efficiently, reinforce functional hierarchy, and demonstrate responsibility through decisiveness.
|Sitting on an angle and avoiding eye contact.
|Trying not to look aggressive or challenging as opposed to being disinterested.
|Moving into another's space, talking more and with authority, interrupting, using wit to command an audience.
|Possibly trying to impress, establish respect and leadership.
|Solution talk, action planning and impatience with venting.
|A desire to see tangible outcomes and success in achieving goals.
|Possible Motivation
|Sharing personal detail and feelings of vulnerability, complimenting others.
|A desire to build relationships, trust and cohesion.
|Pausing and encouraging others to take turns speaking.
|A desire to build respect and balance by structuring the communication.
|Apologizing or seeking help.
|Possibly trying to demonstrate strength and trust depending on context.
|Sharing thoughts and feelings about the subject.
|Trying to build mutual understanding and mutual support.
|Asking questions, not using commanding language when in authority. Using rhetorical questions to lead and influence.
|A desire to create an atmosphere of respect and team work, de-emphasize hierarchical relationships and build on intrinsic motivation and team work.
Once you recognize these gender differences in communication styles, your communication skills will improve. To find out more information about improving communication, contact one of our counsellors at 1 866 833-7690 or visit workhealthlife.com
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The unique flavour of Amarone wine DOCG
This extremely robust red wine made from dried grapes, gained DOCG recognition in 2009 and is appreciated for its bitter and fruity taste. The fine wine is the result of a blend of three grape varieties: Corvina – which gives the fruity flavour -, Rondinella and Molinara.
To be an authentic Amarone, the grapes must grow in the hillside areas mentioned below which best guarantee the deepness of their roots. After the harvest, the grapes are put in special rooms to let them dry for about 120 days, while the wine fermentation takes about 30-50 days.
Amarone della Valpolicella being its full name, clearly indicate the area of production, in the province of Verona. So if you love to visit vineyards and wine cellars you should book a gastronomic tour in the towns of the Valpolicella area – such as San Pietro in Cariano, Negrar, Fumane – but also in Valpantena, Val Tramigna, Val d'Illasi and Val di Mezzane. During the tasting tours you may heard about the Recioto della Valpolicella – the sweeter and less fermented version of Amarone. It is actually said that Amarone was only produced by chance because a Recioto bottle fermented longer than usual!
The golden olive oil from Lake Garda DOP
Always in the province of Verona, you can enjoy the wonderful countryside during a visit to olive grooves and oil mills in the surroundings of the magic Lake Garda. This corner of Verona province holds a long tradition in oil making dating back to the Romans. Today it is produced extra virgin olive oil Garda DOP characterized by an intense golden colour similar to green and by almond flavour.
There are many oil mills that you can visit to learn more about the king of the Mediterranean diet. We suggest to book an inspiring tour to the Olive Oil Museum of Bardolino founded in the eighties next to Lake Garda and to an ancient oil mill. The Museum exhibition is very interesting because you can learn more about history and culture of olive oil.
The gourmet Monte Veronese cheese DOP
The mountainous region of Lessinia awaits cheese and nature lovers. Prepare for a journey into this surprising territory part of the Prealps, where the cheese method of production apparently never changed: cow's milk rigorously coming from cattle bred in the Lessinia area. You can find up to three varieties of Monte Veronese cheese on the market, each varying for hardness and taste – depending on the ageing length.
Book a tour with Emilia Delizia to the dairy factories in the Verona province to visit in person the ageing rooms but also the countryside from where this tasteful cheese with a delicate aroma of grass originates.
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We had a wonderful tour, best part about visiting the Modena region!
The tour was perfect. I think Paolo would be a splendid ambassador for Italy in the EU. He knows how excellent Italian food and eating together can solve many major problems, and can stop aggressive behavior. Not the hunt for more money, but the well being of family and friends counts. Paolo shows us the products of ages of civilization and he did this like an artist. So after the tour we really love Italia more and we'll come back. We will call you Paolo, Thanks!
Following two tours with your guides this week I would like to express my thanks for some wonderful experiences.
Monday we did the tour of cheese making, balsamic and Salami which was very good and the guide Paolo was very knowledgeable.
The truffle hunt tour today was absolutely amazing, the guide Stefano is pure gold and the tour was built with much thought. Our best experience so far, by far.
Looking forward to more tours and fun next time we are in Italy.
The group (and me) was VERY satisfied. We really enjoyed the Parmegiano Regiano which was interesting and we got to buy some delicate and cheap cheese, the same with the balsamico. The Ferrari driving was off course an experience for life. The Winery lunch felt very genuine and the people there was really welcoming and nice people. The genuine feeling there was however the big plus for us.
Paolo was excellent as our guide. He also felt very genuine. He did not talk just for the sake of talking, but when he had something to say he did it in a respectful and nice way. Everyone in the group really liked him.
Thank you!
Hi Gabriele:
I wanted to let you know what a great day we had this past Friday on our tour with Jacamo. (Probably not spelling it right) He was very nice and explained everything to us. It sure gives you a new appreciation when you are slicing cheese. 🙂 Our tour ended with him taking us to the vineyard for a tour and lunch and there, Paolo, the owner could not have been more nicer. It was a perfect ending.
Please let Jacamo know what a great job he did and how much we really appreciated it and his knowledge
The website is well structured and we received a prompt answer to all questions. Gabriele supported us with all information we needed and the organization before the trip was excellent.
We had an air conditioned van, which was very relaxing through the whole tour. The first stop was the parmigiano production, which was very impressive and interesting. We could learn and especially see all the different steps and even taste the various aged parmigiano. The second step was the balsamic vinegar tasting. Finally the meat part was interesting in the museum but we hoped that we also could see more about the production and their work, but the tasting was delicious. In overall we had a very informative and well accommodated half day with our guide
It was great experience! We visited Parmesan cheese production, Balsamic vinegar farm, Ham museum and Farmer's lunch. Our guide gave us a detailed explanation, we were very satisfied. An excellent tour for a reasonable price, highly recommended.
Nous sommes une famille de cinq et nous avons adoré notre expérience. Les trois endroits étaient choisis judicieusement. Notre guide était très généreuse et super gentille. Nous recommandons ce tour ( parmesan, vinaigre balsamique et jambon de parme).
My family felt our first trip to Italy must include a tour of a Parmesan Cheese Factory so when I stumbled on this website several months ago I had no idea what I treasure I found! From the moment I submitted a request for the tour, my experience with Emilia Delizia was first rate. Gabriele provided excellent customer service by patiently answering all my questions to guide me through the selection and reservation of our Foodie Delight Tour. Paolo, our driver, was prompt, cordial and knowledgeable about the processes we were observing and the area in general conveying loads of information with his well-developed English speaking skills. Our stop in Modena fell on a Saturday so we were quite fortunate to end up with a private tour which allowed us to have a nice, personal interaction with the people at each site. Everyone was friendly, generous with the tastings and we never felt rushed to move along to the next location. Now that we have returned to the states, my family agrees this tour was a highlight of our 10 day trip. I was really looking forward to this excursion and am glad to report it exceeded my expectations.
Unbelievable!!! Totally recommend the full hour to anyone and was more than I expected.
I also want to recognize Alex Pignone who accompanied me,He was very professional and extremely knowledgeable and made me feel like I have known Him forever and where two friends out for a cruise.
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Soon after I was introduced to my boyfriend (now husband), I was introduced to Nutella. Before Nutella was shipped commercially to the US, my husband always had a supply from his sister who lived in Germany. I have always loved chocolate but Nutella takes any chocolate experience to the next level.
One day, I really wanted to make cinnamon rolls from scratch. So I searched the Internet for a recipe. What I found was a crazy awesome Nutella Cinnamon Rolls!! What?? Seriously!! I was so excited! I started right away! I made them and they were out of this world. However, it needed something... Something of wholesome goodness... More chocolate!! So, the next batch I sprinkled chocolate chips all over the Nutella right before rolling it up. Below is my modified recipe for Nutella Cinnamon Rolls:
Chocolate Chip Nutella Cinnamon Rolls (modified from sugarcrafter.net)
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup sugar
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
5 cups flour, divided (1/2 cup for rolling out)
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 stick butter
1/2 cup Nutella
1/2 bag chocolate chips
For the glaze (for three 8″ pans of rolls):
3 cups powdered sugar
6 Tbsp milk
In a large pot, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and sugar. Scald the mixture (heat until just about to boil), and then turn off the heat. Let cool 45 minutes to an hour. When the mixture is lukewarm, whisk in the yeast and let it begin to dissolve. Stir in 4 1/2 cups of the flour, and then cover and let rise at least an hour.
Next, add in the baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Turn out on to a floured surface and gently knead as much of the 1/2 cup as possible. Form the dough into a rough rectangle and roll thin, maintaining the rectangular shape. In a small bowl, add the nutella. Cut the butter into chunks and then add it to the bowl as well. Microwave on low heat just until the butter melts. Stir until smooth.
Spread the nutella and butter mixture over the rolled out dough and follow with a sprinkling of chocolate chips and cinnamon.
Starting at the opposite end, begin rolling the dough toward you, keeping it as tight as possible. Pinch the seam to seal it at the end. It's okay if some of the filling oozes out.
Spray three 8" round foil cake pans with cooking spray. Cut the rolls approximately 3/4" to 1" thick, and lay them in the pans. Let rise 20-30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and bake the rolls 15-18 minutes or until light golden brown. To make the glaze, mix together the powdered sugar and milk and stir until smooth; it should be thick. Split the glaze between the three pans and generously drizzle it over the warm rolls.
If you want to make this for work and want a splitting point, reach the point when the milk mixture, yeast, and flour has risen. Place in the refrigerator until the next morning. Roll out, spread Nutella/butter mixture, roll up, and cut. Let rise, bake and add glaze. Head to work and take pride in your awesome breakfast! If you're late, they'll know why and should thank you. If not, shame on them.
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Absolutely amazing for the price. Fit perfectly!
Love the dress!
The dress was somewhat lighter than my computer screen showed. More of a dark mint green than a Kelly or Emerald green. But it fits perfectly and the craftsmanship is extraordinary for the price. It is really long on me and I am 5'3". I'll need to cut off at least 6-8inches to hem it. So this would work for someone of more average height.
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QUESTION: My wife and I plan to fly to Bangor, Maine, rent a car and drive to the Gaspe Peninsula in Quebec. Can you suggest points of interest and scenic drives to include in our itinerary?
E.W.W., Jackson, Miss.
ANSWER: One option for the driver heading north from Bangor to the Gaspe Peninsula is to visit Baxter State Park, which is dominated by Mount Katahdin (5,267 feet), the highest point in Maine. The thickly forested park, a sanctuary for moose and deer, lies in the heart of the Maine wilderness. Travelers who prefer less rugged terrain could drive east from Bangor to Campobello Island, which is part of New Brunswick, Canada, and is reached from Lubec, Me., by the Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial Bridge.


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Roman and Emma were married in a fantastic little location, hidden away deep in the Lake District. Knipe Hall, a converted barn about 10 miles from Penrith was where they spent their full wedding day, a location Emma said she had found on the internet and instantly fell in love with – and I could instantly tell why!
Roman is a keen photographer himself, so I did feel a bit of pressure before hand, knowing that he may well be scrutinizing me, but I was flattered that he had asked me to photograph their big day, so I didn't want to let him down!
Their wedding was filled with fun and a relaxed atmosphere amongst guests meant that everyone enjoyed the day. From the celebratory walk under an arch of cricket bats (did I mention both Roman and Emma are avid cricket fans?), to the retro jukebox allowing guests to select their own music for the evening, to the magician, and fabulous hog roast buffet – there really was a lot on offer throughout the day!
Luckily the weather, though it looked like it was going to pour down at any moment, held off all day, and we had a real mixture of bright warm sunshine and dark clouds above – but with no actual rain all day! This made for some pretty dramatic photos, especially the ones by the old phonebox!
Here are a small selection of photos from their fantastic wedding day
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Actor Charlie Hunnam is still reeling from his tough decision to walk away from the movie adaptation of E.L. James' Fifty Shades Of Gray, confessing it was the "worst professional experience" of his life.
The British actor was handpicked to play Christian Gray in the erotic thriller but scheduling conflicts forced him to walk away from the role - and it appears he's still wrestling with his decision.
The 35 year old says, "It was the worst professional experience of my life. It was the most emotionally destructive and difficult thing that I've ever had to deal with professionally. It was heartbreaking.
"I really, really pride myself on being a professional and a man of keeping my word. It means a lot to me, truly."
The role was eventually offered to Irish actor Jamie Dornan and the film became a massive hit when it was released in February (15). Dornan and co-star Dakota Johnson are now working on a sequel.


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The General Assembly next week takes up the matter of funding the Maryland Bioprocessing Center, a venture that could help cement the state's future as an international life sciences hub. It deserves a strong vote of confidence.
In ordinary circumstances, the money would be virtually assured. Aimed at helping companies make the leap from laboratory to marketplace, the bioprocessing center meshes perfectly with Maryland's life sciences economic-development strategy. The Schaefer administration, business and academia are all on board. Even in the throes of last year's budget extremities, the General Assembly managed to find $1.5 million to pay for initial design work.
But getting approval for the next $15 million could be more difficult. Given the state's billion-dollar deficit, some legislators are wondering if this project merits priority status.


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Larry Sinclair at the National Press Club: Big Balled Kilted Lawyer Hilarity
Is there a full moon or some shit? I officially dub this Total Blog Hilarity Day. First the former GOP candidate arrested for preaching loudly thing, then the racist bitch comment thread and now this. Larry Sinclair, who we told you about back in January, had his presser at the National Press Club.
Boy did he.
Huffington Post has the scoop:
It is not often that a political reporter can claim to have witnessed the single most stupefying event on any single day, what with the diversity of inanity on display from coast to coast in an election year. But today, I feel confident laying claim to that dubious distinction, for I attended Larry Sinclair's Wednesday press conference at the National Press Club.
Read the whole thing. Kilted lawyers who can't wear pants cuz their business is too large.
Update: I had heard this rumor before but it was not clear that it was true. Looks like Larry got set up by federal marshalls and was arrested after his presser. So thanks National Press Club! Nevermind that petition. Good work nabbing the nutcase. 😉
Can this day not end.
"Is there a full moon or some shit?"
Actually, it's called a Solstice Moon, and will be happening in about an hour and a half, give or take.
As for the rest…doh! [smacks forehead]
Shit. So it's a full moon AND it looks closer than it is. I knew there was moon influence on today's craziness. KNEW IT!
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Catholicism or Protestantism? (Pro-Protestant, Con-Catholic)
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Having just accepted this challenge, I'd like to make a quick clarification before we begin. I do not conform to a religious doctrine, but if I were to do so, it would be Catholicism because of their interpretation of the bible. Hence, I'll be arguing their use of the Bible is more accurate. Before we begin, does my opponent have any definitions he'd care to mention?
I look forward to a well fought debate! Let's keep this civil but impassioned!
Papacy will be the main focus of this argument.
Pope- the head of Roman Catholic Church
It is clearly written in the Bible that Jesus is the head of the church. "And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy" (Colossians 1:18). The pastors of Protestant church do not hold same position. They are just a part of the body, chosen by God to deliver His word to the believers. Pastors are defined as "a spiritual overseer, a clergyman serving a local church or parish." (Merriam-Webster definition) It is written in the Bible, "But you are not to be like that. Instead, the greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who rules like the one who serves" (Luke 22:26). Pope, according to Catholic Church, is a supreme primacy over the Church of Christ. Therefore, he clearly does not follow the Bible"s instructions.
Catholics believe that Popes are infallible when he exercises his office as the head of the Church. Also, they believe that Peter was the first pope. However, we see in the Bible that Peter was not infallible, and Paul had to correct him when Peter decided to treat the circumcised in a superior manner compared to the uncircumcised. It is written, "But when Cephas came to Antioch, I opposed him to his face, because he stood condemned. For before certain men came from James, he was eating with the Gentiles; but when they came he drew back and separated himself, fearing the circumcision party. And the rest of the Jews acted hypocritically along with him, so that even Barnabas was led astray by their hypocrisy. But when I saw that their conduct was not in step with the truth of the gospel, I said to Cephas before them all, "If you, though a Jew, live like a Gentile and not like a Jew, how can you force the Gentiles to live like Jews?" (Galatians 2:11-14). Even if Peter received the papacy from Jesus, he was clearly not infallible, showing a flaw in Catholic belief.
I will not mention all the terrible decisions made by the pope or bishops, however here are some examples.
Pope Boniface VIII, who massacred entire towns and killed thousands.
Pope Alexander VI, who had illegitimate children and robbed money from the wealthy using his status.
Pope Urban II, who preached "Just War" (First Crusade)
Pope Leo X, who lived an exorbitant lifestyle and sold indulgences to cover the expanses.
I am aware that the leaders of Protestantism was not perfect either. Salem Witch Trial or rule of Oliver Cromwell are just some examples of incompetent Protestant leaders. However, in Protestantism, the leaders are not thought of as having infallibility while assuming office. In fact, they are more likely to be spiritually attacked by demons, since their downfall will likely cause many believers to falter. In Protestantism, one preacher's teachings do not represent the religion, and believers are aware of this. This is also why there are so many denominations of Protestants, while there is only one Roman Catholic Church.
As for the matter of Apostleship and the pope and bishops' being the Vicar of Jesus, the Catholic beliefs are also contradictory to the Bible. Catholics believe that only some people (bishops, popes, etc.) are given the apostleship and the power to represent Jesus. That is based on the Biblical verse where Jesus gave Disciple John the key to heaven. "I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven" (Matthew 16:19). However, Protestants believe that the key is merely symbolic, like most of the Bible, and believe that every one of us have the responsibility and power that in Catholic Church only the popes and the bishops have. This belief is based on the following Biblical verses:
"We are therefore Christ's ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ's behalf: Be reconciled to God" (2 Corinthians 5:20).
"Through him we received grace and apostleship to call all the Gentiles to the obedience that comes from faith for his name's sake" (Romans 1:5).
You can see from these verses that John symbolizes what we have all become after we accept Jesus Christ.
Before I end my argument, I would like to clarify one thing: by Protestantism I do not mean certain cults, such as Mormons, Jehovah's Witness, etc. These churches have deviated from the teachings of Christ, and are not considered true Christians. Anglican Church is debatable, since it is very similar to Catholic Church and has been created only because of Henry VII. If you have a debate about Anglican church, however, feel free to state it. Also, Protestantism cannot be defined by one specific denomination. Protestants do not have one unified leader like Catholic pope, so in order to prove Protestantism wrong, you must prove the general idea behind Protestantism wrong. If you disagree with this statement, please mention it in your next argument.
I look forward to your next argument. Thank you.
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Thanks to my opponent for creating this debate.
While my opponent's argument will focus on papacy, my argument will outline why Catholicism follows the Bible more precisely than Protestantism
Firstly, I feel it is important to state that both religions have their pros and cons, and while Protestantism may be a preferred form of religion, it is not necessarily exempt from high positions of power (the main focus of my opponent's arguments)
However, my arguments are intended to explain why Catholicism follows the Bible, so, without further ado, where are my main points.
1. VIEWPOINTS ON SINOne of the most hazardous facets of the Protestant doctrine is that its followers seldom, if at all, view all sin as equal. No, instead they focus on sin they are exempt from, such as murder. This is troublesome because it creates a dichotomy for someone who believes their sin makes them inferior to their peers. (For example, a d pious homosexual who feels that his sin guarantees him Hell, whereas the judgmental and dishonest nature of his peers does not.) In the Catholic doctrine, a more cynical, but inclusive tone is taken. We are all sinners, and must atone for our sins. The Catholic doctrine pays attention to the term "equal" which follows the love one-another message of the Bible quite nicely.
2. VIEWPOINTS ON WORSHIP1st Chronicles 16:23 tells us to worship God every day. Protestants main worship day is on Sunday. While not all Protestants follow this belief, a large percentile do. They absolve the rest of the week for acts of normative behavior. A devout Protestant normally does this.A devout Catholic regularly attends mass (which mostly occur over three times a week) While this may not directly follow the previously mentioned verse, it more closely does so.
3. VIEWPOINTS ON MARRIAGE Tying in with the sin argument, Catholics follow the Bible more directly when it comes to marriage. In the Protestant doctrines, divorce is far more common and accepted. This viewpoint directly assaults the Bible's view of marriage.
The question this debate aims to resolve is which doctrine follows the Bible more closely.
Whereas I do not conform to religion, nor do I agree with either doctrine, as an academic argument, Catholicism may be more controversial, but it also follows the Bible more strictly.
Thanks, again, for Pro initiating this debate! I look forward to rebuttals.
1. Viewpoints on sin
It is true that Protestants don't see all sins as equal. However, all sins' cost is death. "For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord" (Romans 6:23). Homosexuality results in same penalty as lying, disobeying, or being afraid. However, Christians can earn eternal life not because their sin is not great, but only because of Jesus' death. "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith: and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast" (Ephesians 2:8-9). One might say that people who commit "lesser" sins may judge the people who commit greater sins, or that someone who commit greater sins might think that he does not deserve eternal life. However, Bible clearly says that Christians must not judge others."Do not judge, or you too will be judged" (Matthew 7:1). Therefore, true Christians will never look down upon others, no matter what sins they committed. Of course, matter of "pious homosexual" is a different topic and I will not mention it in this argument.
2. Viewpoints on Worship
It is true that we must worship God every day. However, going to church is one way of worshiping him. Protestants worship God in our daily lives, as it is written in Psalms 15. "Those who lead blameless lives and do what is right, speaking the truth from sincere hearts" (Psalms 15:2). It explains who can worship God in His sacred tent. If we apply this verse to our lives, we can clearly see that we can and should worship God in our daily lives.
3. Viewpoints on Marriage
Many Protestant denominations discourages and bans divorces. For example, Baptist church strongly opposes divorce. There are some churches that recognize divorce (though not accepting remarriage), which is similar to Catholic practices. In case of adultery, however, divorce is allowed. "But I say to you that everyone who divorces his wife, except on the ground of sexual immorality, makes her commit adultery, and whoever marries a divorced woman commits adultery" (Matthew 5:32).
I, being a devout Protestant, believe that Protestants follow the Bible more accurately. I am eagerly awaiting your opinion on the matter.
This has so far been a debate with much civility as one can hope for. I would like to say that I am thoroughly enjoying this debate. I can hardly wait for your next argument.
Thank you.
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I extend my thanks to my opponent, as well, for a very civil and engaging debate.
In the last round I gave my arguments as to why Catholicism follows the Bible more correctly. My opponent then attempted to refute my assertions. A method of which I will return the favor.
My opponent's assertions can be summed up as such: Since Catholics define the pope as the highest religious authority in the world, they do not follow the teachings of the Bible. Since Protestants do not place such authority in papacy, they follow the Bible more properly.
This is erroneous for two reasons.
1.) There are also religious leaders of supreme primacy over Protestant churches.
2.) As Protestants view pastors as an instrument for God, so do Catholics in regards to the Pope.
Point 1: While Protestants may not have a universal figure of authority within their religion, they still place undue trust in their official leaders. For example, The United Methodist Church (the largest Protestant denomination) places undue trust in their bishops, council members, and members of the General Conference (Who literally speaks for all Methodist Churches). Hence, if my opponent argues that placing undue trust in leaders of the church violates the Bible, protestants much also be held accountable for this.
Point 2: My opponent describes Pastors as "a part of the body, chosen by God to deliver His word to the believers." The same definition can be given to the Pope. Catholics do not recognize the Pope as un-sinful or universally correct. In fact, often times Catholics question a Pope's decision. My opponent erroneously stated "However, in Protestantism, the leaders are not thought of as having infallibility while assuming office." Protestants are not the only ones questioning their leaders' infallibility. In fact, whenever politics is concerned, questioning of leadership is guaranteed. Because of this, Protestantism makes the same mistakes Catholicism does.
Finally, I'd like to refute a few choice quotes from my opponent:
1. "In Protestantism, one preacher's teachings do not represent the religion, and believers are aware of this." Yet again the same can be said for Catholicism. My opponent has made the mistake to assume that Catholics are unquestioning when it comes to the Pope.
2. "Before I end my argument, I would like to clarify one thing: by Protestantism I do not mean certain cults, such as Mormons, Jehovah's Witness, etc. These churches have deviated from the teachings of Christ, and are not considered true Christians." If my opponent is arguing for Protestantism, he should be fully inclusive. Unless he provides official evidence that Mormons et. all are not considered to be true Christians, he must be prepared to argue on their behalf.
3. "It is true that Protestants don't see all sins as equal." My opponent has conceded that my point is right. While he goes onto explain additional beliefs, he does concede that Protestantism violates that specific teaching of the Bible.
4. "It is true that we must worship God every day. However, going to church is one way of worshiping him. Protestants worship God in our daily lives." The same can be said for Catholics.
With my rebuttals complete, I turn the argument over to my opponent for the final round! Good Luck!
Jeong_Donghyun forfeited this round.
Since my opponant has forfeited the last round, I extend all my arguments here.
When voting I ask you to consider the fact that everythig my opponant argued against Roman Catholicism can be turned around and argued against Christianaity. I would also like to mention that, in a minor way, he conceeded a few points of mine earlier. Therefore I ask you to vote Con for this debate!
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HP has announced the appointment of David McMurdo as Enterprise Servers, Storage and Networking (ESSN) Country Manager for HP South Africa, with immediate effect.
McMurdo has already been acting in the Country Manager role for the last three months, together with Frank van Rees, Managing Director, HP South Africa.
"Since Meg Whitman's appointment as president and chief executive officer, one of her key focus areas has been internal promotion. This is already taking effect at regional level," says van Rees.
"David has been successfully running the Industry Standard Servers (ISS) business unit for nearly two years and his promotion into the ESSN Country Manager role is another good example of HP's talent management programme and providing great career opportunities for our own talented employees," he adds.
McMurdo has been in the IT industry for over 15 years and has gained extensive experience in the hardware, software and services environment.
"This experience makes him an excellent fit for this role. He has the necessary skills and is best placed to drive growth in and gain market share for our ESSN business," van Rees concludes.
McMurdo started his career in IT at Anglo American and then moved to Compaq. Subsequent to that, he held positions at Siemens and iSolve. Prior to joining HP, he was the Sales Manager at Faritec.
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In My Opinion: Renting Versus Owning
To begin with, here's where I stand on the question rent versus buy: It depends. Having learned immediately what I think, perhaps you'll decide to just click away right now. Or if you're considering which is best for you, read on and learn why I say "It depends."
Recently I ran across a video of a man extolling the virtues of renting. He was advertising for a rental community. I've read and had once subscribed to the many virtues of owning a home, as so many others have and they continue to do so. Builders, community developers, banks and hedge fund investors love this latter group. (But that's the subject for a different story.) My credential for having such an opinion is that I've done both, from renting apartments and a home, to owning a condominium, a town home and a single family home.
There are many articles with good and valid reasons for either renting or owning a home. My take on it comes down to just a few of these reasons:
Proper Maintenance and Management
In renting, someone else maintains the property, from the exterior to the interior. Leaky faucet? not to worry. Grab your cell phone or send an email to management.
Home owning? You fix it yourself or pay some else. Meaning, if you don't know how, you learn how from a friend, books, You-Tube and associates at the hard ware store. Or you get three estimates, deal with a contractor, and write a fat check. If you're not satisfied . . . well, get the picture. I once had a contractor who was both an electrician and a plumber. His work was outstanding; he was reliable; and he didn't hesitate to take that extra step. When he told me he was moving out of the area, I cried like a baby!!
Modifications to the property
Most renters have to accept what they get in an apartment: wall colors; boring, tiny kitchens with insufficient nondescript cabinets and doll-house size storage space; carpeting with smooth, worn out fiber naps installed on thin, cheap carpet padding. (The secret to good carpet if you can't afford to upgrade is to spend the money on a good padding.) Renting often means you don't get to change a thing. Well almost. You can paint if your're willing to repaint the walls before you leave or just forfeit some of your deposit. Of course, if you have a luxury apartment, which means you have the funds, you can change a lot in a rental.
Home owning, only your budget and perhaps the footprint of the house limits what you can do. Want to remodel the kitchen? No problem. If if you don't have the immediate funds, you can dream, plan and save your money to get to that point. Then remodel to your hearts content. Paint the walls what ever color you wish and when ever. (The quickest, most inexpensive way to freshen up a room is to paint.) Knock out a wall, build upward, and the list goes on and on.
Flexibility, physically and financially
Renting means you only sign a lease, generally for one year and then renew for each continuous year. Don't like the place? Move. Career change? You're ready to go to that new job and hopefully a promotion.
On the other hand, if you need to leave sooner than for the period you had signed up for, you may forfeit your deposit. So, you find someone to sublet your apartment or you pay for the remaining months. Let's face it, a good career change is worth the jumping to. Renting can be cheaper and you can actually save money--no surprise when the furnace dies.
With a home, you generally have a 15, 20 or 30 year mortgage. You will have had to pay 10%, 20% or more as a downpayment on the settled amount of the house. The reality is you have a debt, a sizable one. For whatever horrible reason, if you are forced to give up the house, you are still obligated to pay the remaining portion of the loan. Not only do you loose the house, (the condo or the town home), you loose every dime you put into it. During a recession or a tax increase, investment in a home can take a negative effect. Moreover, there is the cost of mortgage insurance if 10% or less of a down payment was made, and there is always the additional cost of exterior and interior insurance.
But one of the best financial upside to owning is that you can build home equity. It's money that can be used for emergencies, college funding for children or yourself, to "buy up" (to another or bigger house) or just an accumulation of wealth upon retirement.
Caveat: I had foolishly moved to Florida) during the burst of this last U.S. housing bubble. I had rented a house in an active adult community with the intention of building. But banks and lenders closed on the developer. The home owners saw their property values fall to less than half of what they had paid (or for which they had a loan). These were retirees who had put life savings into their "last" home only to have found themselves in a considerable debit owing more than the value of the home. Me, I didn't get a chance to build that "last" home due to the collapse. Lucky me!
Family size
Let's face it, more than two children can make it very difficult living in an apartment. It's funny how one can manage with multiple pets in an apartment (though I don't advocate it) but with children . . . well they do need space. Very definitely, children heavily influence the choice to rent or buy. Retirees will often buy homes just to have space for visiting grandchildren, as well as the big children they thought they had finished raising. And then there are the "sandwich" families. These are adults who children at home and a parent--each needing a little space they can call their own.
Still wondering why I say it depends? When you have considered all of the pros and cons (see the links below for more of them), it comes down to where you are in life. Finances aside because their is always a way to own a home, the primary reason for choosing one over the other is your lifestyle, your age, your career. No other reason, I think, really counts. And so, it depends.
Here's what a few others think. I also include an article on why renting can be undesirable when there is a shortage of good properties available. Such reasons can be anywhere in the world. I've known a few such places myself, especially during my college years!
- 6 Reasons Why More Baby Boomers Are Renting
- Rent vs. Owning: 6 Reasons Why Renting Is Better Than Home Ownership


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So your kids are asking you for an airsoft gun, and you're not sure what to tell them. Or maybe you're getting into the sport yourself, and would love to have your kids come along for the fun. But Is that a good idea? How old should you really be to start playing airsoft? The good news is that many, many airsoft ...READ MORE +


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Home Schooling Is the Best Bet for a Quality Education
School System Is Too Standardized
Anyone who takes an objective look the state of American public education today will agree it's hindering the future of our country. School systems are faltering, focusing more on standardized testing than educating our youth. Teachers, for the sake of keeping their jobs, "teach to the test" – and students graduate with a half-baked understanding of the world, sub-par skills, and an incomplete education. Aside from academics, the public school is no place to learn. It has become more like a prison – where violence, crime, and attention-seeking behaviors are too prevalent. But this is the worst possible recipe for a classroom. There is always the option of homeschooling one's children, which is an ideal way for our youth to obtain a quality education.
To begin with, homeschooling is an ideal way to obtain a quality education, especially if the teacher has an extensive education. Any parent or home-schooling teacher should have at least a Master's degree in Education, along with several years of teaching experience; however, a Ph.D. is best – a true expert with in-depth research, a thorough understanding of, and an insightful perspective on, homeschooling. This way, they will objectively teach the home-schooled students, in turn providing them a strong academic and intellectual foundation. This is much better than the everyday teacher who most of the time just has a Bachelor's degree; rarely in the public education setting would any student, grades Kindergarten through the 12th grade, get educated by such an expert in the field. Also, homeschooling is an ideal way to obtain a quality education if the parent brings in expert consultants and tutors to teach the children a wide array of topics.
A Quality Education Is about Being a Well-Rounded Student
There is more to the picture than just time in the classroom – even in the home classroom. In order for a home-schooled student to obtain a quality education, they must also be encouraged, maybe even forced, to attend lectures, seminars, and museums from quite a young age, maybe even 10 or 11 years old. A quality education is about being a well-rounded student who is exposed to different areas of thought from various individuals. These extra-curricular activities are perfect for this.
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Too often in public education, students are held to a rigid course structure, where they learn information on a superficial level. This is detrimental to the student's education because they are not learning; rather they are remembering information for the "test." Homeschooling offers a student a quality education if they get to broaden their intellectual horizons by learning from experts who offer their findings to people. This way, they learn more than just what is on the test – they learn information that will remain with them the rest of their lives.
Home-Schooled Children Should not Be Cut off from the Rest of the World
Homeschooling is an ideal way to obtain a quality education if the student is not cut off from the rest of the world, including other children their age. A home-schooled student may already be seen, and conditioned to be, a sort of outcast; usually, these kinds of students are less social in the company of other children their age, so they must learn to assimilate in the company of others. Any student can stay at home and be a brainiac, a straight-A student who knows everything. But then they get into the real world and choke, unable to be around others with contrasting experiences, beliefs, and education. To fix this, home-schooled students should be encouraged to be social – even with non-home-schooled students. This will broaden their idea of the world, and from this, they will be well-rounded, well-educated individuals.
In conclusion, there are of course many naysayers who feel a home-schooled education is the worst possible thing for a children: they say it isolates them; they get an incomplete, subjective, limited, sub-par education – one that will ultimately, in their lives and professional careers, hinder them from success, happiness, and fulfillment. But this argument is quite weak, and it generalizes all home-schooled educational endeavors. For whatever the reason for homeschooling one's children, it can work to the children's advantage in obtaining a high-quality education if it is done right and thoroughly and responsibly. A home-schooled education like this, with the aforementioned characteristics, would certainly change all the stigmas attached to homeschooling. This is, of course, is the perfect scenario, and unfortunately may not be the case with most home-schooled students.