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7 Tips for Online Security
Security in the last few years has changed somewhat. More and more of us find ourselves using social media, file sharing and online messaging sites. We are more mobile than ever before, with our most personal and confidential information held on our smartphones. We carry data around on memory sticks and portable hard drives. We find ourselves accessing the internet from cafes and restaurants, or at the airport while waiting for a connecting flight.
This has become everyday life.
Ask yourself the following questions
- How secure is your data?
- How secure are your passwords?
- Do you use the same password on more than one website?
- Do you use public wireless or public computers?
The following 7 tips are something I practice and preach to anyone who wants to protect themselves online. I highly suggest you read the following if you are keen to protect your security online.
#1 Ditch Passwords, Use Pass Phrases
What is a pass phrase? A pass phrase is a collection of random words that create a phrase. Instead of having a P@ssw0rd! like that (I bet you read that fine), you would use something like "the green monkey house". What is the reason for this? See below
#2 Never use the same password
Out of all the tips listed here, this would have to be the one most important that I want you to remember. Never, Ever, use the same password on multiple devices or websites.
If your password is ever compromised, it will be very likely that the attacker will have your email address.
Most websites use your email address or social media account to login, so effectively, having your password compromised can expose yourself personally on a wide scale.
As soon as your password is discovered, most hackers will attempt to use this on common sites like Gmail, Hotmail, Facebook and so on, attempting to compromise your security even further.
For myself, I like to categorise my web services like the following:
Banking and high security websites
For these websites, I use a different pass phrase for each, and usually some other form of security such as two factor authentication. Most banking sites support this.
Sites which hold confidential/private information such as Facebook
For these websites I still use a separate pass phrase for each website. Hacking your Facebook account or similar may result in other accounts you have being hacked.
Sites where I might post comments such as news sites
For these websites I might actually use a pass phrase over a number of the sites. If an attacker has this password it doesn't really impact me at all. It's more of a inconvenience, and having these accounts exposed will cause very little damage.
It comes down to the level of security you feel comfortable with.
#3 When using public internet use HTTPS
If you're using public wireless internet, make sure you use secure websites. If the website starts with http, it's probably not secure. The website should start with https. You can usually just edit the address in your address bar and change http to https. Most websites support this.
What is https? In simple terms, it's a secure, encrypted connection to the website you are browsing. This means any traffic sent over the network, such as usernames and passwords is encrypted.
Why is this important?
Many people sit on public networks such as public wireless networks 'sniffing' traffic. This means the attacker can watching traffic flowing across the network. If you are not using encrypted sites, your usernames and passwords are sent in clear text, meaning someone sniffing the traffic will see your username and password.
#4 When using public internet, make sure your shares are turned OFF
Like most people, you've probably had the need to share something on your computer. Most people forget to turn these shares off. When connecting to a public network, such as public wireless, your shared files can become exposed. If you use Windows 7 or Windows Vista, when connecting to a new network, you will be prompted on your network location. Make sure that you select Public Network if you are connecting to a Public Network.
#5 When using a public computer, be very careful
If you use a public computer in a library or internet cafe, be very careful about what websites you go to and what you type. Key loggers are a form of virus. They can reside on a computer and capture all of the input from the keyboard and send it to a remote location. Internet cafes are a prime target for this sort of activity.
Make sure there is up-to-date Antivirus software running on the computer.
When visiting sensitive sites like Facebook and banking sites, make sure you are using a https connection (see above) and that you make sure that the website does not remember you.
#6 Make sure your Antivirus is up-to-date
Hopefully everyone has Antivirus installed, but just in-case, make sure you have some form of Antivirus that it's up-to-date. If you cannot afford Antivirus, or don't want to pay for it, there are many free alternatives. One that I really like and recommend is Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows.
Virus protection is very complex these days, and good Antivirus can save you many hours and a lot of money trying to get malware or a virus removed from your computer.
#7 Make sure your browser is up-to-date
A lot of internet attacks are done through the browser. Old Browsers like Internet Explorer 6 and 7 have many security holes which can be easily exploited. Running an old browser is one of the easiest ways to get your computer infected by malware.
There are many browsers out there. At the time of writing, Internet Explorer 11 is the latest browser by Microsoft and includes many features that will keep you safe online.
You can also download alternative browsers such as Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox.
Stay safe. If something looks dodgy, it probably is. A few quick points
- Use Pass Phrases instead of passwords
- Never use the same password/pass phrase for different websites
- When using public internet, use secure websites and ensure your computers shares are turned off
- When using a public computer, check the installed antivirus is up-to-date
- Make sure your Antivirus and Browsers are up-to-date
- Make sure your operating system is up-to-date and please, use the licensed software always (to work orders , etc.)
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By James Brumley
| December 22, 2016
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To say International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) has been tough to own the past few years would be a considerable understatement. Even with the 43% gain from February's lows, IBM stock is still down 21% since its early 2013 peak. Most other stocks are well up for the same timeframe.
Granted, last quarter marked the eighteenth consecutive quarter revenue declined on a year-over-year basis. In that light, the stock's weakness makes sense.
But nothing lasts forever? After all, the IBM shares are up 16% since mid-June. There has to be a reason, right?
Maybe, but if International Business Machines is going to ever justify its recent lofty gains — or even just stop the bleeding — it's going to have to do these three things.
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Not to imply that International Business Machines doesn't invest in research in development (case in point? Watson — more on that below), but considering the company hasn't been terribly competitive in any of its markets of late, clearly IBM stock hasn't delivered up enough innovation in years.
Granted, it's not like CEO Ginni Rometty has opted to outright waste its funding. As Credit Suisse analyst Kulbinder Garcha explained in a recent research report, International Business Machines has spent a sizeable fortune on buybacks of IBM stock in recent years, but that has led to led to "an underinvestment in R&D."
For perspective, the number of outstanding has fallen from 1.115 billion shares in 2012 to 957 million shares as of the most recently reported quarter. At the same time, the company's research and development spend was $4.4 billion for the past four quarter, versus 2012's total R&D expenditures of $6.3 billion.
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Calling a spade a spade, the artificial intelligence platform known as Watson has been impressive ever since it played a game of Jeopardy on TV in 2011, and won big-time. Since then, the technology has been put to use as a tool to develop pharmaceuticals, handle cybersecurity duties and more. It's regarded by some as the future of the company.
To IBM's credit, Watson is growing revenue, even if it's not clear to what extent. What is clear though, is that it's not yet enough. IBM has invested $15 billion in the development of Watson, yet the "Cognitive Solutions" segment that includes Watson only mustered 5% year-over-year growth last quarter, with sales reaching $4.2 billion. That's only about 22% of the company's Q3 revenue, and much of that wasn't Watson revenue.
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Finally, while IBM stock is at least something of a cloud play, to what extent it is isn't clear — the company doesn't cleanly break down its actual cloud revenue.
International Business Machines isn't a company with a lot of cloud credibility, and is almost suspiciously obscuring the strength of its cloud business, counting things as "cloud" that aren't actually cloud revenue.
To that end, UBS analyst Eric Sheridan suspects IBM's true cloud business was only $1.8 billion in 2015, and Sanford C. Bernstein analyst Toni Sacconaghi suggests the company is driving less than $2 billion in cloud revenue per year. That's a concerning lack of market share compared to other players in the fast-growing space. There's a reason, and it has to change.
While there's clearly more to the International Business Machines story than just these three facets, they really are the primary paths to the company's rebirth.
To that end, it's worth noting the technology giant's worst days may be behind it. Last quarter's year-over-year revenue lull was off by less than 1%, the smallest dip during the 18-quarter implosion. If IBM is doing things right, the next step is forward progress in the top line. We'll hear that news in January.
Don't despair if that report isn't decidedly positive. Turnarounds are a process, and not always a clean one. Whatever turnaround is in the cards though, it's going to be led on these fronts.
This article is from James Brumley of InvestorPlace. As of this writing, he did not hold a position in any of the aforementioned securities.
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Unblock Everything from Anywhere
Sometimes you come across a webpage or a website that says the access is restricted to a specific region and it frustrates you. Since the censorship is very strict in some regions, the students and professionals are the ones who suffer the most due to extravagant censorship policies.
Take Wikipedia for example, it has been banned by China, Pakistan, France, United Kingdom, Iran, Italy, Tunisia, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Syria and Uzbekistan in the past. Not all of them are strict in their censorship policies but sometimes even a small controversy can lead a website or a web service to a ban.
(i) How to Unblock Anything:
- The first step involves the selection of a VPN service. A VPN service helps you unblock anything and everything from anywhere in the world.
- Once you have selected your VPN provider, make sure to subscribe with its premium services in order to avail full features.
- Having been done with the subscription process, download and install the client on your device and run it.
- Enter your credentials, and connect to the server where access to a certain website is "permitted" by law. Once you are connected with it, type in the web address you want to browse and enjoy.
Selecting the Unblocking Tool
When you are on the quest of selecting the unblocking tool, it is important to pay attention to the details. You may find free proxy and VPN services and they might get you your desired results, but you might unknowingly pave the way for hackers and the surveillance agencies of your region. Therefore, it is very important to choose a tool that does not harm your online privacy in any way.
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A VPN service on the other hand, gives you the freedom to choose the server of the country you wish to connect to. For example, if you are a US resident, travelling through Europe, you will need to connect to the US server. Once your VPN is connected and you start receiving a US IP address, you will easily stream all the contents of Netflix US.
Similarly you can do the same to access Netflix UK library. You can connect to the UK server from anywhere and can access it with ease.
Note: You will still need a valid subscription with Netflix in order to access its contents.
Unblock Everything: Why Should You Not Choose Free Services
The internet is full of free tools and services when it comes to unblocking anything. Since the services claim to unblock everything without even charging you a penny, most of them track your online activities in return without your consent. We have highlighted some of the points below which you should consider while downloading and using a free proxy or a free VPN service.
- The proxy services keep logs of your activities. They can use them against you and they can forward it to the surveillance agencies like NSA and hackers for monetary gains.
- There is always a chance of downloading a malware with a free proxy service since their only aim is to get hold of your information.
- The free services sprinkle your screen with ads and send your information to third party advertisers so they can display their ads on your screens.
- The free services are limited. They offer limited features on the free version and offer full services on the premium.
Unblock Anything: Does it work on Social Media too?
Yes it does. No matter how hard the censorship in your country is, it will always be a piece of cake for a VPN service to unblock any social network website in your region. For example, if you are located in China and you are not able to access Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or Google, you can always try a VPN for China to ensure that all these social networking websites are up and running on your device.
A VPN service is a great tool to have especially when you live in a country that has put all the social networking websites under the radar. You can use it from anywhere to unblock all the social networking websites.
We have discussed why you should not trust a free proxy service or a free VPN service to unblock anything. The paid VPN services are way more reliable and safer than the free ones and provide better results as well. We hope you are now aware of all the ways with which you can unblock everything.


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Among the family of crustaceans, Alimango (Mud Crab) tastes one of the best and in Libjo, these crabs basically grow in mangrove swamps. Its also known as Mangrove Crab, Muddy and Black Crab.
In 1980's to 1990's, electricity in Libjo is available only for three hours, that is from 6pm to 9pm. After lights out, some of the townpeople hunt for the much sought crab by using spear (sapang) and flashlight since crab can easily be blinded by lights.
Three years ago, I convinced my cousins to go with me hunting for "alimango". Our uncles were pessimistic about our female force but were amazed when we got a crab weighing 1 kilo. You can just imagine how loud our screams were!
These days, it's not that hard to find some "alimango" if you feel like eating them since some are starting to culture it. One place which I know has ongoing business of this kind is Barangay Llamera where the price per kilo ranges from Php 130-150.
Sunday, August 05, 2007
Mud Crabs in Libjo
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arang kalami sa alimango. mag inum ko antihistamine kung maka bakasyon lo diha.
Mao ba? Naa na diay nag-culture ug alimango sa Libjo? Kalami baja ni kung mangbakasyon ta? How about pasayan o hipon? Naa na pod? Kalami ba lamang paminawn parisan ug bahal.. Ahhhhh.....
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Searching For Sero is about many things. Our focus of course is on happiness and outdoor adventure…but the back bone of the project is creativity. Even though we don't talk about it as much, we believe creativity is just as important in helping keep our serotonin levels up as outdoor adventure and healthy eating is.
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President Trump's former national security advisor Michael Flynn pleaded guilty during a court appearance this morning to "willfully and knowingly [making] false, fictitious and fraudulent statements and representations" to the FBI regarding his conversations with Sergey Kislyak, Russia's then-ambassador to the United States. Flynn's plea came under Special Counsel Robert Mueller's expanding investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election.
Why it matters: With his plea, Flynn agreed to cooperate fully with Mueller's investigation. In a development that could have far-reaching implications as Mueller's probe moves forward, Flynn admitted in his plea that senior transition officials directed his contacts with Russian officials in late December of last year.


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by Caitlyn Willows
Short Contemporary
December 2017
Cover Art – Trace Edward Zaber
Amy Thornton felt as if she'd died the night her husband was killed. Now, two years later, she's ready to starting living again, and she knows just the man to help her do so. All she has to do is get him to admit he wants her as much as she wants him. One call to Colbert Escort and Security Services brings owner Josh Colbert running to her door and with him all the emotions she'd forgotten exist. Little does she realize the power in her hands–to crush Josh's heart or to bring it to life.
Author note: This is a re-issue of a previously released title.
FIVE LIPS! Bring Me To Life is a beautiful, sexy, exciting, and absolutely exhilarating love story that you don't want to miss reading! I chose it because of the superb reputation of Caitlyn Willows as well as the intriguing storyline. I expected good, even great, and was rewarded with fantastic, riveting, delightful, and completely immersing! Josh is amazing. His insecurities are sweet, touching, and very real and Amy's wants and desires, clear and focused. The way that these two come together is hot as well as poignant and moving. Between the tender emotion and entertaining banter, I loved Bring Me To Life and am confident that you will too! ~Kerin, Two Lips Reviews
FIVE HEARTS! What a wonderful story! Bring Me to Life is a novella with a unique plot and is told in such a manner that it is extremely easy to feel as if you are part of the narrative. The romance is explicit from the very beginning, but it is not so "over the top" that it becomes a tale of nothing but sexual encounters…. an incredibly sexy story about love the second time around and the mistakes made when two people are actually "too close" to the situation to realize the pitfalls which can sabotage their pending relationship. The book is captivating and one worthy to be read more than once. Good job, Ms. Willows! I appreciate the chance to read this and believe that others will be thrilled when they, too, read this book! ~Brenda Talley, The Romance Studio
BRING ME TO LIFE is sexually and emotionally charged. Amy and Josh have deep feelings for one another and it's time they explored said feelings. Throw off the covers and get ready for some heat when you open up BRING ME TO LIFE. ~Sinclair Reid, Romance Reviews Today
FIVE HEARTS! This is a very touching, emotional story of two people who have held their feelings back, but in one night let everything out. It is a story that will have the reader turning the pages to see how their relationship turns out. The reader will certainly feel the heat between these two multi-dimensional characters as Ms. Willows brings them together very intimately. BRING ME TO LIFE is a very evocative story. This reviewer found this story very emotional. It gave her a warm tingly feeling at the end and made her sigh with content. Caitlyn Willows is a new author for this reviewer and this will certainly not be the last book she reads. Ms. Willows masterfully blends a great romance with emotion and sensual, erotic love scenes. This reviewer will be looking for more! ~Valerie, Love Romances And More
FOUR CUPS! Delightfully sexy and touching. Ms. Willows puts heart into this story as a widow decides to come back to life. Fabulous characters; this couple is perfect for each other and the author makes sure the reader feels it. Set at a steady pace with touching moments and wickedly erotic love scenes, this is truly a romantic romp not to be missed. ~Wateena, Coffee Time Romance
The chemistry between the couple was explosive and erotic in nature. Their love scenes are sure to leave you breathless with desire and panting for more. Enjoy! ~Nikita Steele, Joyfully Reviewed
Bring Me to Life by Caitlyn Willows is one tale that any reader will love from its sexy hero to Amy's courage to continue going on and become stronger than ever. I loved Amy for here is a woman who has known heartache with a loving man to learn that it is not wise to stay secluded and hidden from life for the past two years. Now if there ever was a man to be her other half that is Josh Colbert. Here is a guy who knows what he wants and that's Amy. These two are not only sexually compatible but man they heat up the pages even without the love scenes, and only Caitlyn Willows can bring two people like them together in a short story book. ~Lena C., Fallen Angel Reviews
FOUR STARS! [A]n interesting story about the aftermath of death and the start of living again. There are intense and arousing sexual scenes between Amy and Josh (read this out loud with someone you love!) I was amazed and aroused. The sexual encounters are important to the plot, but they also fit perfectly into Amy and Josh's continuing love story. The characters are well written, including a secondary character that provides comic relief. I have again enjoyed a book written by Ms. Willows! ~Marcy Arbitman, Just Erotic Romance Reviews
BRING ME TO LIFE is a heart-warming story about a second chance at love. Josh and Amy are very interesting and independent characters who need each other in order to feel alive. Caitlyn Willows has written a wonderful story that touched my heart and made me root for these two characters to find the love they deserve. This is a story that should not be missed! ~Robin, My Book Cravings
Amy Thornton's hands shook as she read the newspaper ad for the fifth time. She couldn't believe she was considering this act of desperation. She didn't know what else to call it. Morning light streaming through the windows of her breakfast nook spilled over the ad. Was it calling her attention to it, or trying to make her see how stupid this was?
Perched on the edge of her chair, she jiggled her legs under the table, trying to expend nervous energy, while she weighed her decision for the thousandth time. She was lonely, sad, and all the sex toys in the world didn't help ease that deep ache inside. She needed to be held, touched, loved on. With Dan's death two years ago, she'd died too. She needed someone—anyone—to bring her back to life, and she knew just who that someone was going to be.
She pushed the newspaper back and returned to nibbling her raisin toast. Amy would be the first to admit it had taken her a long time to pull herself out of that pit of shock, grief, despair, and depression. It still strangled her heart each time she recalled that awful night. One minute she and Dan were standing outside Mario's Trattoria waiting for the valet to bring their car around. The next minute Dan was dead, along with six other people—all victims of a driver who'd fallen asleep at the wheel. Yes, it'd been a very long time to crawl from the pit—eighteen months. But she was out now, ready to breathe in life once more.
Unfortunately, it appeared as though their friends and associates weren't ready for her to do so. It didn't take long for Amy to see the sad truth—most everyone respected Dan too much to make a move on his widow. Any men who smiled her way were snagged aside fast and told to back off. While Amy had appreciated that consideration during the first year, it had grown very trying later when she was ready to explore the world that awaited her.
But she was the widow of the sainted Dan Thornton—whose legend seemed to grow each day—and now the head of his multi-million-dollar production company. Her reputation could not be besmirched, or that of the company. A liaison with the wrong man could end in disaster for all, or so she'd been advised by her directors. She wondered if they were more concerned she'd marry and her new husband would attempt to take over the company. Not that anyone had said anything, but she could see worry in their eyes.
It was the same look she got that first day she'd walked into the boardroom and announced she'd be stepping into Dan's shoes. She'd expected the cool reception they'd given her. It was the same frosty demeanor Dan had received when he'd taken over after his father's death five years ago. It didn't take long for him to win them over.
Amy followed his example and didn't back down. The directors had eventually warmed to her when they realized she wasn't a ball of fluff and knew what the hell she was doing. Now they guarded her like a queen in a fairy castle. Any white knight attempting to rescue her was drowned in the moat before a single digit touched her drawbridge.
Amy sighed and drew the paper toward her again. She didn't need rescuing, she needed male contact. She needed to get laid. Was it asking so much? Out of the millions of men in Los Angeles, wasn't there one with balls enough to scale the battlements and fuck her good and proper?
She buried her head in her hands. It was more than that. She wanted to laugh again, feel the warmth of another body next to hers as she slept, to not be single at a table of couples. She wanted Josh Colbert.
She couldn't say when she'd realized Josh was the main person responsible for chasing away would-be suitors. She'd noticed it by accident two months before at a party. Some actor had cornered her over a platter of mini-quiches—a nice-looking man, with an interesting smile, who seemed capable of intelligent conversation. Amy had been intrigued. She'd turned away to set her champagne glass on the tray of a passing waiter. When she looked back, the man was gone. Josh had him by the arm, their heads bent in serious conversation. The actor moved on to other prey, studiously ignoring her.
Curiosity had her seek out another male at that same party. Josh wasted no time cutting him off. Then another and another, until Amy was fairly certain she had the answer she was looking for. Josh wanted her for himself. So she'd flashed him what she presumed was a knowing smile over the fresh champagne flute she'd toyed with. His brown eyes had dilated, his nostrils flared while his long fingers tightened around his glass. Her glance down had revealed his tux was considerably tighter across his crotch.
Yes, definitely interested.
Getting him to make a move, however, was a different issue.
Years of marriage had taught her a lot about male pride. She couldn't come right out and confront Josh with how he felt, not when she couldn't be sure how he'd react. Now that her eyes had been opened to the possibilities, she wanted him in her arms, not running the other way screaming denial.
Josh and Dan had been friends for a long time. Dan had given Josh part of the start-up money to help get the Los Angeles franchise of Colbert Escort and Security Services going. It had turned out to be a good investment. Dan had recouped his investment and then some in less than six months. Josh had been more than grateful for the help.
Amy needed to make sure that elephant was banished completely. Josh had to admit he wanted her because that's what he wanted, not out of any feeling that he owed Dan, or, heaven forbid, that he had to protect Amy from all the men in the world, even himself.
Josh wasn't inclined to let other men near her. He wasn't inclined to approach her either. Someone needed a little prodding. She'd been alone long enough. They were going to resolve this. Either Josh would step up to the plate and admit his feelings, or he would step away and let Amy move on. Although doing the latter felt akin to another death all over again. Her heart and body were set on him.
Since that party she hadn't been able to get Josh out of her mind. His smile, his laugh, the light in his eyes, the way the edges of his brown hair curled ever-so slightly against his collar. She'd seem him dressed to the nines and stripped down to swim trunks. His looks could devastate a woman's senses no matter what he wore. Amy could almost feel herself tucked against that hard body as they danced. Could easily imagine his weight bearing her into the mattress as she wrapped her legs around him. Could almost taste his lips as they merged with hers.
Damn his stubbornness. The man needed a serious wake-up call.
It seemed like hiring an escort from his company was as good a place to start as any. Perhaps that would open his eyes.
Her palms sweated as she reached for her cell phone. She wiped them on her white shorts. There'd be no tennis with the girls today if this worked according to plan. The privacy of her home was a good place for a trial run. Her friends often teased her, but Amy was really glad now that she and Dan had never had live-in staff. The cleaning, landscaping, and pool maintenance services all came once a week. If she had a large gathering, which hadn't happened since before Dan's passing, she hired a caterer. It was one of the smartest moves she'd ever made. The one she was about to make remained to be seen.
She punched in the number before her courage failed her. A woman picked up on the second ring, answering in smooth, cultured tones. "Colbert Escort and Security Services, how can we help you today?"
You can get Josh Colbert's tight buns over here.
"I'd like a dinner escort for this evening. I'd like to inquire about your special services and rates."
That ought to get his attention. Colbert wasn't a front for prostitution. Their agreements were very specific about the services they provided, and especially those they did not provide. But many of the escorts were trained massage therapists. The prospect of Amy nude with a man's hands roaming her body ought to give him pause.
"Excellent. I'm Nancy and I'll be more than happy to make the arrangements." Her confidence boosted Amy's. This ploy really might work. "Let's start with the basics."
That involved Amy's name, address, phone number, billing information. They progressed to the evening's date—where she wanted to go, if she wanted limo service. She opted for a quiet dinner in a romantic restaurant and no limo.
"Excellent." She heard the keyboard tap out the information through the phone. "Now for our special service… Do you want male or female? Before or after the date, or for an extended period of time?"
Amy's confidence faltered. What if this didn't work? Suddenly being naked, even under innocuous circumstances with a strange man didn't feel so enticing. The last thing she wanted was to set up a schedule for massages when she already had one.
"Let's forget about that one."
"Gone. If there should be a need, please know your escort is fully trained in all the arts."
She resisted the urge to ask which ones. Getting Josh's attention was one thing, making veiled innuendoes about his business was another. She wanted him in her bed, not pissed off.
"Now, what type of man would you like? Being as specific as possible will help us match your wishes."
"Well, I'd like for him to not look like he's fifteen." She and Josh had frequently joked about how young everyone was starting to look to them.
Nancy's soft laughter filtered back. "Boy, do I know what you mean. Lately, they're all starting to look like high school students to me. Our boss teases me about that all the time."
Amy smiled. She'd bet some of their older clientele liked them looking on the young side. Maybe she should really rattle Josh's cage and pick the youngest escort she could find. No, this had to be believable if she was going to pull it off.
"No baby faces," Nancy said, and Amy heard the click of the keyboard as the woman typed in the information. "What else?"
"No taller than six feet. No shorter than five-ten. More muscle than lean but not overweight. I also want him fit, not muscle bound. Brown hair and eyes. Strong hands, a good sense of humor, well read, a gentleman, punctual, and…" Laughter swallowed the rest of her list. "I guess I was a little too specific." She'd pretty much described Josh.
"Not at all," Nancy quickly assured her. "We want you to have a good time. You won't be able to do that if you're focused on some facet you find distressing. Anything else?"
"No, that's all I can think of."
"Excellent, give me a few seconds to access our files to see who's available. Ah, here we are. Brian Ross. In fact, he just walked in and is nodding his acceptance as we speak. Would you like to talk to him?"
"No. That won't be necessary. I'll see him tonight." Unless she missed her guess, Brian Ross wouldn't get within five miles of her house.
"Good. Six it is. One of our representatives will be by shortly with paperwork for you to sign. We have to ensure you're completely aware of the services you've requested, and of the ones we cannot provide. You'll also have our nondisclosure agreement. We want nothing to distract from the evening. This gets it all out of the way before then to help keep the night enjoyable."
"Wonderful." Perfect, in fact. "Thank you. I appreciate your attention to the small details."
"Thank you so much for calling Colbert Escort and Security Services."
Amy set the phone down. Phase One complete. Now for Phase Two—wait for Josh to show up and pray her minimal acting skills held up.


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Public transport Barcelona:
Travel cards & tickets
Overview and current prices (2019)
The entire public transport in Barcelona is organized in one fare system of the "Autoritat del Transport Metropolità" (ATM). This makes it much easier for passengers.
Whether single ticket, 10 jouney tickets (T-10) or travel card "Hola BCN" – here you will find current pricing & information. This will help you, to find the right ticket for your stay in Barcelona in a quick and easy way.
With our tips on finding & buying the right ticket for your purposes, you save time & money during your Barcelona trip.
1) Single Ticket – if you want to use the public transport occasionally
2) Travel card "Hola BCN" for 2-5 days: cheap & easy to use – airport transfer included
3) Barcelona Card: free travel on public transport + discount card for sightseeing
4) 10 journey ticket "ATM T-10"
5) Group ticket for travel groups or school classes
1) Single Ticket
If you want to use the public transport occasionally
The classic single ticket is the right ticket for you, if you want to use the public transport rarely. With the single ticket you can e.g. take a ride on a TMB city bus or use the metro. The current price (2018 / 2019) for the single ticket is EUR 2.20. You can buy it at the ticket vending machines.
Specific regulations of the single ticket in Barcelona:
– A single ticket entitles you NOT to ride on the Metro from/to the airport. For this ride you need an extra ticket "airport ticket" which cost 4.60 euros (one way) or 9.20 euros (round trip). Therefore, a lot of visitors buy the cheap day ticket "Hola BCN" (details see below). This ticket includes metro service between the city center and the airport. In addition, it offers unlimited travel in all Barcelona's public transport services for the period of validity (2-5 days).
– Bus, metro and tram have different single tickets, which might be invalid in the other transport system. With the 10-tickets "T-10" or the travel card "Hola BCN" you can easily bypass this problem.
2) Travel card "Hola BCN" for 2-5 days:
cheap & easy to use
Unlimted journeys on bus, metro, tram, commuter train + metro ride to / from airport
The travel card "Hola BCN" is very popular among visitors of the city, because it's simple and comfortable to use. You don't have to deal with the fare and ticketing systems of the 5 transport companies in Barcelona.
The "Hola BCN" card offers you unlimited journeys using the metro (subway), city buses (TMB), tram, regional railway (Rodalies de Catalunya, Zone 1), urban railway (FGC, zone 1) and the funicular railway (Funicular de Montjuïc).
– unlimited rides with just one single ticket for 2,3,4 or 5 consecutive days –
It's issued directly by TMB, the operator of the city buses and the metro Barcelona.
"Hola BCN" card includes metro service travel between city center and the airport
Since february 2016, the Barcelona "El Prat" airport is connected to the metro network. With the "Hola BCN" travel card you can also do the airport transfer without any extra charge or additional ticket. So you don't have to pay the 9.20 euros for the extra metro airport ticket (round trip).
Attention: regular "single tickets" or 10-tickets "T-10" are not valid for this ride!
Fares and prices of the "Hola BCN" travel card (2018):
2 days: 15.00 euros
3 days: 22.00 euros
4 days: 28.50 euros
5 days: 35.00 euros
Fares and prices of the "Hola BCN" travel card (2019):
2 days: 15.20 euros
3 days: 22.20 euros
4 days: 28.80 euros
5 days: 35.40 euros
You can buy the "Hola BCN" card before departure via this website without any extra charge. This may save time and stress.
Buying the "Hola BCN" card – is it worth it?
For this little money the card offers you unlimited travel on the public transport in Barcelona.
It's hard to find another major city in Europe, which offers a day ticket for this price. And the card even includes the metro airport line – so you save the 9 euros for the extra "airport ticket".
By the way you don't have to deal with the complicated fare system or queues in front of the ticket vending machines.
Save yourself time and stress, by buying the "Hola BCN" travel card online – without any extra charge
Here you can buy the "Hola BCN" card online – without any extra charge –
This is not possible for single tickets, 10 journey ticket "T-10" or "T-Dia".
Your benefits of online purchasing:
– You will not waste your holiday time in queues in front of the ticket vending machines.
– After a long flight, you don't have to deal with fare systems and ticket vending machines. You have already the right ticket to take the metro from the airport to downtown Barcelona and back.
"Hola BCN!" Card – FAQ
If I buy a 3 day pass does it cover a full 72 hours from when I buy it?
You can start using your Hola BCN! card at any time of day and get all the advantages of unlimited travel over 48 (2 day card), 72 (3 day card), 96 (4 day card) or 120 hours (5 day card) as of the first use (validation).
Is there a child price or is it just a flat one price for all?
Children under four are not required to have a ticket. They travel free. Older children need a standard Hola BCN! card.
3) Barcelona Card: free travel on public transport + discount card for sightseeing
Ideal ticket for visitors, who want to discover the attractions of the city
With the "Barcelona Card" you can discover many of Barcelona's cultural and leisure activities free or at a reduced price. It is a combination of a day ticket for local transport plus a discount card for entrance fees.
You can travel on public transport unlimited and free (even the metro line to and from the airport). You can save money with more than 80 discounts and time with skip the line entry at some attractions.
The Barcelona Card is issued by the official tourist office of the City of Barcelona and offers more than 85 advantages:
- Free or reduced admission for museums, aquarium, zoo…
- Skip the line entry for some attractions
- Free or reduced admission for events or tours (with guide) through the city
- Unlimited and free travel on public transport: city bus, metro (also airport route), tram, Renfe – trains (suburban train, zone 1), FGC-Bahn (suburban train, zone 1) – comparable to the "Hola BCN Card" see above
- For kids, aged 4 to 12, there's the Barcelona Card Kids, which gives you all the advantages of the Barcelona Card for a significantly reduced price.
Buying the "Barcelona Card " card – is it worth it?
Since the Barcelona Card contains numerous advantages for sightseeing & more, it is of course more expensive than the pure public transport card "Hola BCN". But if you plan to visit some of the sights, the "Barcleona Card" can save time and money.
The "Barcelona Card" is available for for 72h, 96h or 120h (3, 4 or 5 consecutive days)
Prices for the Barcelona Card (2019):
3 days: 46 euros / 22 euros (adults / kids)
4 days: 56 euros / 28 euros (adults / kids)
5 days: 61 euros / 33 euros (adults / kids)
Save yourself time and stress, by buying the "Barcelona Card" online – without extra any extra charge
Here you can buy the "Barcelona Card" online before departure – without any extra charge . On this page you will also find more information about the discounts.
After a long flight, you don't have to deal with fare systems and ticket vending machines. You have already the right ticket to take the metro from the airport to downtown Barcelona and back.
4) 10 journey ticket "ATM T-10"
Cheaper than a single ticket – airport transfer is not possible
The T-10 card is valid for 10 journeys from 1 to 6 zones by metro, tram, suburban train (Rodalies) or bus. The 10-card "T-10" is suitable for you, if you have a longer stay in Barcelona with a rare use of the puclic transport. The trips can also be carried out by different persons. A ride with this ticket is cheaper than by a "single ticket". The ticket "ATM T-10" currently costs (2018 / 2019):
– for one zone 10.20 euros- for 2 zones 20.10 euros - for 3 zones 27.40 euros- for 4 zones 35.25 euros- for 5 zones 40.50 euros- for 6 zones 43.05 euros
It is available at the ticket vending machines and can't be purchased online.
Specific regulations of the ATM T-10 ticket:
– The 10-ticket "ATM T-10" does not include the metro ride to or from the airport. An extra ticket (airport ticket – EUR 4.60 oneway) is necessary.
That is why many visitors buy the favourable day ticket "Hola BCN" (see above). This allows you to travel from and to the airport and use the Barcelona public transport for the chosen validity period (2-5 days).
– With a "ATM T-10" 1-zone ticket you have 75 minutes between the first and last validation when changing lines or mode of transport.
5) Group ticket for travel groups or school classes
A special group ticket for travel groups or school classes etc. does not exist. Many travel groups therefore use the HolaBCN ticket. With this ticket you can use the local transport cheap and unlimited (incl. the airport transfer by metro). Each group member gets his own card. So someone from your travel group can also undertake an individual journey.
In addition, you can order this ticket online before departure at no extra charge via this website. So you don't have to deal with a large amount of money at the machine while your group is waiting impatiently. When buying online, you will get an invoice for all tickets, which makes it easier to cash up a group trip.


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The annual Agency Head's Civil Rights Performance Plan and Accomplishment Report is a tool used by the Department to evaluate and assess the Chief's performance toward achieving the Agency's Civil Rights and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) goals and objectives with respect to accountability, program delivery, employment, procurement activities, diversity, and adherence to the Department's Civil Rights regulation and policies. The report is divided into eight (8) goals (25 goal indicators) that address the Department's Civil Rights regulations, policies, and strategic goals; and are in consistent with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's Management Directive 715 and the coordination guidance from the Department of Justice under Executive Order 12250.
The NRCS Civil Rights Division (CRD) is responsible for preparing the Agency's consolidated Civil Rights Performance Plan and Accomplishment Report and its annual submission to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights. CRD collaborates with other areas such as human resources, outreach, programs, and procurement staffs to gather data in support of the development of the NRCS final report.
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It was the scream and thud that woke Frank up. He didn't even pause just went out his bedroom door and across the hall.
"Pup? Mattie it's me." Frank walked in to a room in disarray and dark. Well there was half the problem Mattie didn't leave the light to the en suite on.
"Mattie, it's okay to leave the light on. I have the kitchen one on too." Frank walked across using the light coming from the open curtains to make his way to the bathroom.
Turning the light on, Frank was able to see the crack in the closet. That wouldn't be where Mattie was. No, the young man always somehow managed to get himself under the bed. Frank was too old and too large to be crawling under there, though that first night he had.
Grabbing the bedding and the pillows Frank settled down on the floor leaving a path to the bedroom and to the bathroom for Mattie.
"I'm just going to sleep right here pup. It's okay. We'll talk in the morning about changing the sleeping arrangement okay?"
Frank could just see Mattie's eyes as he peered at him from beneath the bed. Laying back on his back, Frank shut his eyes and started counting. He hit ten when he heard the first shift, twenty when he heard the next. Patience was what Frank needed. How many times had he had to wait for Mattie to figure out that he wasn't in trouble for being scared. They were still trying to follow Mattie's trail, find where he came from and how he ended up at the club.
But until the sweet pup started talking they were running blind. Frank sighed, it would happen. Patience and quiet right now were the key. And Frank could provide that in spades. The guys would take care of the club until Mattie had adjusted then they would go from there.
120. Frank stilled and stayed silent as Mattie crawled next to him on the make-shift bed. He didn't say a word. He had spoken the other night and sent Mattie scrambling for safety, now he just waited for a sign.
Mattie had watched the feet of the large man come in and turn on the light. He still wasn't so sure that it was okay, but he wasn't in charge. He had had another bad dream and hadn't meant to wake anyone.
Now watching the Master lay down on the floor he felt guilty. Not that he had been punished for being inconvenient, yet. He didn't understand. He had woken up the house, why wasn't he in trouble?
Carefully crawling from under the bed, Mattie stayed low and scooted closer to the warmth that permeated from the silent form. Just to be warm. When no punches or scolding words came Mattie settled down to sleep. Maybe…
How did we get here with Frank and Matthew? I still do not know what I am going to call him, Matt, Matthew or Mattie. Comment below. And I'll fill in some of the blanks as I go.
Thank you for reading. 😀


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- Venue Sourcing & Selection
- Set Design, Décor & Styling – including centrepieces
- Entertainment Booking & Management
- Project Planning, Budgeting & Reporting
- Stage Management
- Cover band, Jazz Band & DJ's
- Videography
- Technical Production Management
Staff Christmas Party Melbourne – SEEK
Staff Christmas Party Planning for a fast growing company like Seek is a big deal. with a digital focus theySeek has embodied toe "Ad Agency" cool vibe. This is a company providing free ice-cream to staff on a daily basis, so the Staff Christmas Party Melbourne puts on it one designed to leave staff talking.
Seek engage Instinct to create their Staff Christmas Party
Seek engaged instinct to provide an array of event management services. Firstly to select the venue and create and cost a concept design. Floor plan layouts and then entertainment sourcing, booking and management.
Staff Christmas Party Melbourne -Entertainment
With the event situated at Melbourne Olympic Parks Function Centre, the large outdoor facilities allowed guests for be served drinks and canapés whilst being entertained with some cool jazz from Marinucci Jazz.
The main room real gave guests a taste of what was to follow, with an "old school" rock stage set and production. 1980s style lighting effect were employed to further deliver the 80s theme throughout the guests experience.
The dance floor was full from song one and remained full until the end of the night. Melbourne cover band Stand & Deliver" rocked out all the greatest hits of the 1980s, interspersed with contemporary hit from DJ Rob.
Staff Christmas Party Melbourne – AfterParty
Instead of turning into a pumpkin at midnight, this crowd rocked on with a Dj based afterparty in an adjacent room. Decorated in glow furniture and UV lighting , this was one cracking staff christmas party Melbourne teams will not forget in a long while.


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Palestinian women have always played key roles is resisting occupation
The 8 March international women's strike, an international day of action, planned and organized by women in over fifty different countries, is an unprecedented opportunity for feminists to stand against Islamophobia and Israeli apartheid, while supporting Palestinian self-determination, say . A struggle in which Palestinian women have always played key roles. (Photo: Oren Ziv/ActiveStills)
The strike call for a "feminism for the 99 percent" includes explicit demands for an "anti-racist, anti-colonial feminism," the decolonization of Palestinian land and the tearing down of apartheid walls, whether they be along the US-Mexico border or in the occupied West Bank.
Those who have endorsed the call include the political prisoner Rasmea Odeh and Angela Davis, a veteran campaigner for justice and a staunch supporter of the Palestinian call for boycott, divestment and sanctions (BDS) against Israel.
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Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle – Personal Review
Are you an avid gamer If yes then you may know that there are so many games available for smartphone and battle games are more popular. Games basically designed on movies or anime characters get millions of download hits. Dragon Ball Z Dokkan battle is one of them where you can get lots of character from dragon ball Z series. All of them are powerful and helpful in winning and earning lots of currencies. There are so many games like this but it is best one in all kind. You can download it from google play store and Apple app store for free and if you want to spend money then there is in-game store for the currencies. Zeni and Dragons stones play the vital role as it is the currency of the game and hard to earn. Personally, I have played it and found that it is best one Dragon Ball Legends Cheats. However, I tackled with so many issues but those can be alleviated with the help of tips and tricks that I have used.
What Helped Me The Most
No doubt, currency is important to obtain character and upgrade them but it is a completely challenging task. However, one trick helped me as I deleted the game and all the back data, downloaded it again and rerolled in to obtain SSR character and it worked. The only method that is free and helpful. After this, it is easy to progress because the SSR heroes are able to tackle down opponent in few seconds.
Some Advanced Tips
Well, the previous tricks isn't much effective for everyone as it can help or not, the probability isn't the same as before but you can follow these tips and get a boost for sure.
• Landing on board is main thing that can help in opening up new events and if you don't want to end up playing the same old matches then land precisely. You can do it in few tries and it work for sure.
• Making a versatile team can help in being a top-notch expert gamer. You can choose 5 characters for the team and there are 6 slots so you have the option to change them according to battle. You can also set the battle order.
• Prioritization of updates will help for sure and you have to spend little time on it otherwise you won't be able to spend resources on right things. Maintain the flow of currencies and avoid all the issues.
• If you are not able to charge the character well then the best option is Ki Burst and it is surely helpful because you can do it many times and get rid of all the issues.
These are tips that worked for me and you can also try these out. Being a top notch gamer can be tough but not much with the help of tips and tricks. Go slow and progress faster by earning more XP in game.


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These 30 heart-warming and whimsical poscards celebrate Norman Rockwell's unique vision of the American dream. This collection contains many rare and hard to find illustrations not available individually, published by Abbeville Press.
Postcards included are: The Philosopher, On Top of the World, The Longest Step, The Run Away, The Recruit, Vacation, He's Going to be Taller Than Dad, The Wall Flower, Santa Claus, An Audience of One, A Time for Greatness, The Right to Know, Who's Having More Fun, Boy with Fishing Poll, The Final Impossibility, Freckles, The Lineman, Girl With String, War News, A Scount is Helpful, Rural Vacation, Crossroads on Sunday, Portrait of Harry Abrams, Home for Xmas, What About Ronald Regan, and Portrait of Robert F. Kennedy.
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Avery SourFest preview: What's next for this popular style?
You had to be prepared, fast and lucky to secure tickets for Avery Brewing's 3rd annual SourFest this Saturday.
The Boulder-based brewery's celebration of the cult-favorite beer style sold out within two minutes.
To preview this year's edition, we contacted a few of the participating breweries known for brewing great sour beer. (A list of the 23 breweries that will be represented this year can be found at the end of this post).
Not everything this weekend will be mouth-puckering. Avery also allows non-sour beers brewed with the wild yeast Brettanomyces "because they are also often done in smaller batches, or barrels, and generally considered a part of that 'fringe' category," marketing director Joe Osborne said.
Our open-ended question to the breweries: What's next for sour beer in the U.S.?
Will Meyers, Brewmaster, Cambridge Brewing Company, Cambridge, Mass.:
"I do foresee significant increased production of sour beers as consumers are becoming more and more interested in them. In fact, people who have previously pursued wine and cocktails are getting into craft beer more and more, as are women who (generally speaking) have a tendency to be averse to the bitterness found in most beer styles, and their interest in beer has often come via sour/wild beers. This is because the acidity and fruitiness and often tannins and oak flavors in many representatives of this category closely mimic those same familiar characteristics in wine.
While we'll see breweries like Avery continue to lead the way in experimenting and regularly releasing barrel-aged sour beers, we'll also see newer breweries like Crooked Stave who have an exclusive focus on the production of these beers. They are fascinating beers to brew, and more challenging than pale ales or IPAs. They take considerably longer to produce as well – months or often years per release as opposed to just three or four weeks for an IPA.
There's more at risk when making these beers – cross-contamination, the time and money lost when a batch doesn't turn out as expected, considerably higher labor – but this has never been a risk-averse industry to be sure. So we'll see increased availability of these beers, but don't expect them to supplant IPA as the country's favorite craft beer style any time soon. Even if demand were there, we wouldn't be able to brew enough!"
Tomme Arthur, brewmaster and director of brewery operations, Port Brewing and The Lost Abbey, San Marcos, Calif.:
"I would have to think that the evolution of production methods will separate the producers of sour ales. Many breweries are dabbling in this production while others are going whole hog. Success is out there for those who do. We have seen breweries (like Jolly Pumpkin and Cascade Lakes) produce a range of sour(ish) beers and nothing else. Many of the breweries who are now entering the sour beer arena are looking at having separate facilities for these types of beers. Development of a "house character" will also need to manifest itself if a brewery wishes to distinguish their beers in a sea of sour patch wannabes.
There is a whole world of opportunities that can be explored in sour beer land. Look at Cantillon in Belgium. While they have been producing lambic for over 100 years they are still experimenting with herbs and interesting fruits. I have heard rumors that they are even doing some aging in Clay Pots (Amphorae) which takes it way back. If one of the best producers in the world keeps experimenting, we'll have no problem developing new sour beers as well."
Joe Osborne, Avery Brewing marketing director:
"Sour ales will definitely remain a unique and special category of craft beer for a long time to come. Since the folks interested in sour ales are a limited (and passionate!) group, and the beers themselves are more of a special occasion treat, it's hard to imagine breweries creating volumes that come close to the more sessionable beers like our IPA. Also, the ideal environment for brewing sours is in wooden vessels, which doesn't lend itself to huge batches getting brewed. The only brewery that I know of who has brewed sours in a traditional brewing system is Deschutes, so there could be more experimentation in the future in that process."
Doug Odell, founder, Odell Brewing, Fort Collins:
"I have always been interested in using different kinds of wood. But as far as barrels, oak is pretty much it, maybe maple. So maybe some different woods, maybe ingredients in addition the traditional brewing ingredients with sours. But sours, even if they not very well established now, sour accomplishes the same thing bitter does. You get bitterness from hops, which balances the sweetness of the malts. The wild yeast, the Brettanomyces, accomplishes the same thing, bringing that balance. So it's equally legitimate. They work from a balance standpoint."
Ron Gansberg, brewmaster, Cascade Brewing, Portland, Ore.:
"We are sending Sang Royal, Sang Noir, the Vine and Blueberry in Bottles to the Fest at Avery. We see a lot of breweries bringing out sour beers of all styles and quality. I believe that acceptance of sour beers will become more widespread and that people will become more select in the sours they drink due to poor quality issues. We will see a segment of the sour beer market drift further and further to very highly acidic beers, just like with hopped beers, 'more is better!'"
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CLAREMONT, Calif. – The Pomona-Pitzer women's track and field team defeated Whittier 119-30 and lost a heart breaker to Redlands 81.50-80.50 to start the season 1-1 in Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference play.
Senior Maya Weigel won the 800 meter with the third best time in program history with a time of 2:14.79 and went on to win the 1500 meter run coming in with a time of 4:47.07.
Junior Abby Gardner took first place in the steeplechase with a personal record of 11:45.51, which is the third best time in program history.
Senior Ailene Nguyen finished in third place in the 100 meter dash as she finished with a time of 12.79 and also took first place in the long jump at 17.02 feet.
Junior Cat Banobi won the 400 meter dash with a time of 59.52 and came in second place in the 200 meter dash clocking in with a time of 26.68. Senior Rhea Jayachandran ran a time of 15.45 in the 100 meter hurdles to claim second place for the Sagehens.
The Pomona-Pitzer 4x400 meter relay took first place with the team of Banobi, sophomore Olivia Campbell, freshman Micaiah Palmer and Weigel finishing with a time of 4:06.26.
The Sagehens finished the day with a second and third place finish in the javelin throw with sophomore Jessica Finn coming in second place with a throw of 128.02 feet and senior Alice Timken coming in third with a throw of 112.01 feet.
"We competed hard," said Head Coach Kirk Reynolds. "We gave a good effort against both Redlands and Whittier, and we came up just short against Redlands. I was pleased with a lot of our performances, but we still need to realize how much better we can be. We're a good team, and I know we can show that in our upcoming SCIAC meets."
The Sagehens next take the track as they travel to the Occidental Distance Carnival and Sprint Fest at Eagle Rock on Friday, March 11th at 5:00 p.m.


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Protein Packed Eggs are not Just for Breakfast Anymore: Chipotle Deviled Eggs
'National Egg Month' may have just concluded, but that does not mean you have to wait until next May to enjoy these protein packed orbs of energy.
"Mix your favorite vegetables into an omelette for breakfast, use them to top your favorite salad at lunch or scramble them into cauliflower rice or whole grains at dinner." says Kings Registered Dietitian Shari Bilt Boockvar, MS, RDN. "Eggs are a great 'go-to' protein source any time of day. In addition to protein, they provide a wonderful source of vitamins that are beneficial for eye and brain health."
Bilt Boockvar shares this recipe for a summer classic with a flavorful twist: Chipotle Deviled Eggs.
Grab the recipe Chipotle Deviled Eggs on TAPinto Bloomfield.


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Peter Uritz
Peter Uritz graduated from Wilkes University in 1990 with Bachelor of Music degree. He studied piano with acclaimed teachers Anne Liva and Thomas Hrynkiw.Mr. Uritz signed on as Conservatory faculty in 1990 and has continued to be a part of the teaching staff while undertaking exciting independent projects.
He has served as organist and Choir Director at area churches for the past 22 years and currently serves as Music Director at Dallas United Methodist Church in Dallas, PA. He is also the keyboardist for Bone Jak, a local Grateful Dead cover band.
In addition Peter is also employed at the Greater Pittston YMCA as a group cycling instructor. Being an artist, he also enjoys photography, is fascinated with gardening and house plants and practices yoga and origami for relaxation and stress-relief.


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Numerical Control Computer Sciences (NCCS) (www.nccs.com) NCL Version 9.6 combines 5-axis simultaneous tool path generation, advanced post processing, and realistic machine simulation.
Designed for the aerospace, automotive and turbo machinery industries, the company said its software was aimed at the production of complex components made on sophisticated machinery.
NCCS has enhanced its NCL multi-axis machining software with support of OpenGL to give users more options that include:
The ability to accomplish graphics work in the back buffer so that flashing problems are eliminated.
And, the ability to delete an entity from the screen which redraws the area behind the deleted entity rather than drawing the entity in the background color, resulting in a much cleaner display.
A standard methodology now is used for cutter animation to result in the removal of the various animation settings and to eliminate problems encountered on various graphics cards.


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Apple fans are lined up the world over today to pick up the latest and greatest iPad tabet, but for Android users, there could be an interesting alternative on the horizon.
Rumors have been swirling that Google and Asus are preparing a tablet in Google's Nexus line of devices for some time. Now, new information from Android and Me claims the tab could be available as soon as May and be priced as low as $149. That would make it one of the cheapest tablets on the market, and well below even the newly-discounted iPad 2, which is now on shelves for $399.
While Google's Eric Schmidt previously said Google intended to "market a tablet of the highest quality," as Boy Genius Report notes, that may not mean the most technically capable. Instead, the Android and Me rumor focuses on a cheaper tablet more in line with Amazon's Kindle Fire, with a 7-inch screen and lacking the Tegra 3 processor that was originally in Asus' MeMo tablet on which the Nexus was rumored to be based.
The rumor claims that Asus has scrapped the $249 MeMo altogether in favor of the Nexus tab, and with the higher price tag goes a quad-core processor for the tablet. Instead, Android and Me says to expect a dual-core processor (which, to be fair, is what's available in the iPad 2) and speculates it could be Qualcomm's Snapdragon rather than Nvidia's Tegra 3. Android and Me cites an anonymous source it says are high in the Asus supply chain, and that person claims the tablet is "a done deal."
Without knowing too much of the greater details of Google's plan, the rumors of a smaller, less technically proficient but cheaper Google tablet are very interesting. Amazon has proven with the Kindle Fire that there's a low-price tablet market out there that is only just being exploited, and it was with that price tag that Amazon was able to grab the no. 2 sales position behind the iPad in the fourth quarter of 2011. But at the same time, Amazon sold a few million Kindle Fires during the period, while Apple moved 15.4 million iPads in the same period. And Amazon is selling Kindle Fires at a loss with the expectation of selling lots of content to tablet owners through its online retail portal, so one wonders what such a low price tag might cost Google.
Still, it seems the latest thinking on how to fight back against the iPad is to address markets Apple isn't, and that seems to be working for Amazon. Google could definitely be competitive against Amazon going toe-to-toe with its Android rival, and that might be more successful than attempting to go all David on Apple's Goliath. That does nothing to address the fact that Apple continues to tower over the rest of the tablet market, though. We'll have to wait and see how Google's game plan develops.


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(Recently Dr Cordain talked about the issues with folic acid and why it's not the same as folate on the Paleo Diet podcast. We recommend listening to the entire episode to get the full science, but if you want a shorter explanation in clear lay terms including recommendations for your diet, then please read on!)
The advent of synthetic folic acid was considered a god-send for expecting moms. That's why in 1998, the USDA started "fortifying" all wheat containing products like bread, pasta, wraps, and bagels to help prevent the neural tube defects seen in mother's who had low levels of dietary folate in their body.
At that time (and likely still today,) the majority of the population consumed bread on a daily basis, making fortifying bread a great way to supplement the general population with folic acid. However, in nutrition the devil is in the details and synthetic folic acid is not the same thing as folate, the vitamin found naturally in food like some vegetables and organ meats.
While the intentions were good, the implications and potential adverse effects of this fortification project are quire profound.
What Is Folic Acid and Why Does the U.S. Require Supplementation?
Folic acid is a man-made synthetic vitamin first produced in the late 1940s. Folic acid, which doesn't exist naturally in food, is much more stable than folate, which means it won't spoil when added to package and processed foods. And it was discovered that the body can convert folic acid to the active form of folate in the body called methylene tetrahydrofolate (MTHR).
Researchers decided the more stable folic acid was ideal to add to breads, cereals, bagels, wraps, cookies, etc. to ensure the general population (expecting mothers in particular) would have adequate levels of folate in their blood. There was evidence that fortifying wheat products would prevent neural tube defects like spina bifida and anencephaly.1 Folate also protects the heart by lowering pro-inflammatory homocysteine levels in the body, which has been associated with increased risk of heart disease.2
Figure 1 – Conversion of dietary folate into methylene tetrahydrofolate3
What's The Problem With Folic Acid?
If we look at this synthetic vitamin from an evolutionary perspective, significant concerns arise about its health merits. Since early man first roamed the earth 250,000 years ago until 70 years ago, folic acid didn't exist. The compound was first synthesized in 1947.
North Americans have gone from no exposure to this synthetic vitamin for hundreds of millions of years to chronic over-exposure of folic acid with their morning toast or cereal, sandwich at lunch, and pasta for dinner (not to mention multi-vitamins.) Could this be detrimental to our health? The research seems to say… yes.
The enzyme that converts folic acid to MTHF has limited capacity, meaning overconsumption of folic acid leads to spillover into the bloodstream. While previous research in the 1990s didn't see any concerns with this excess, new research is unveiling potential major adverse effects.4,5,6
Excess Folic Acid & Disease
Expecting mothers with low blood folate levels should be consuming more dietary folate to meet their needs (or a supplement more closely related to the natural form of folate, known as 5-MTHF, rather than folic acid).7 Too much folic acid is harmful to the nervous system and recently at the 2016 International Meeting for Autism Research in Baltimore experts highlighted a small but increased risk of autism in mothers with high blood levels of folate due to excess supplementation or exposure.4
Further, too much folic acid supplementation (or processed foods like breads) may increase the risk of colorectal cancer and heart disease. In 2009, the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) found that folic acid supplementation was associated with increased cancer outcomes and all-cause mortality in heart disease patients.5 This study is interesting because it was performed in Norway, where there is no mandatory fortification of folic acid in foods, unlike in the USA and Canada.
Dietary Sources of Folate
If you eat "real food", the hallmark of a Paleo approach, it's actually easy to achieve the recommended daily intake of 400mcg per day.8 Leafy greens are chock-full of natural occurring folate with spinach at the top of the list providing 130mcg per half cup. Romaine yields 65 mcg and mustard greens 50mcg. Cruciferous veggies like asparagus (90mcg per 4 spears), Brussels sprouts (78 mcg per ½ cup) and broccoli (52 mcg per ½ cup) are also high in natural folate.
What other foods are rich in folate? More Paleo diet staples… organ meats and avocadoes. A 3-oz. serving of beef liver provides a whopping 215 mcg of folate, while tasty chicken liver pate is a great source at 82mcg per two tablespoons. Avocadoes provide 52 mcg per ½ cup. Finally, if you enjoy seafood, blue crab (44 mcg per 3 oz.) and fish roe (92 mcg per 3 oz.) are also great sources.
Folic acid is a synthetic, man-made supplement that was not part of our evolutionary past. For hundreds of thousands of years our bodies and cells have evolved to process folate and not folic acid. Today's standard American diet is loaded with fortified folic acid that could potentially contribute to significant adverse health outcomes, such as increased risk of heart disease, cancer, and perhaps even autism. Upgrading your diet to include more natural folate rich foods will provide the ideal platform for optimal health and longevity.
(Note – Expecting mother's should talk to their doctors about using the 5-MTHFR version of supplemental folate, rather than folic acid.)
Dr. Marc Bubbs ND, CISSN, CSCS
[1] Pitkin R. Folate and neural tube defects. Am J Clin Nutr. 2007 Jan;85(1):285S-288S.
[2] Ganguly P, Alam SF. Role of homocysteine in the development of cardiovascular disease. Nutr J. 2015; 14: 6.
[3] Folate and B12 Deficiency – Retreived from – //www.stomponstep1.com/folate-b12-deficiency-megaloblastic-anemia-hypersegmented/
[4] International Meeting for Autism Research in Baltimore. Retrieved from – //www.jhsph.edu/news/news-releases/2016/too-much-folate-in-pregnant-women-increases-risk-for-autism-study-suggests.html
[5] Ebbing M, et al. Cancer Incidence and Mortality After Treatment With Folic Acid and Vitamin B12. JAMA. 2009;302(19):2119-2126.
[6] Cole, B.F., et al., Folic acid for the prevention of colorectal adenomas: a randomized clinical trial. JAMA, 2007. 297(21): p. 2351-9.
[7] Scaglione, F. and G. Panzavolta, Folate, folic acid and 5-methyltetrahydrofolate are not the same thing. Xenobiotica, 2014. 44(5): p. 480-488.
[8] https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Folate-HealthProfessional/


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All photos courtesy of Ralph Friedman and St. Martin's Press
In the 1970s, the South Bronx embodied the widespread chaos that had infected New York City. It had a reputation for crime, violence, and, at times, was literally on fire. Locals used to call the area "Fort Apache," due to the borough being viewed as hostile territory. The NYPD's 41st Precinct was based in the Bronx, and the area was known, among many worrisome traits, as a heroin hot spot, as well as the aggravated assault, rape, robbery, murder, and arson capital of America. Over 40% of the South Bronx was burned or abandoned between 1970 and 1980, culminating in Howard Cosell's World Series outburst, "The Bronx is burning." This was the world where Detective Ralph Friedman would become an NYPD legend.
With a resume filled with performance statistics that a whole unit couldn't match — 2000 arrests, 105 off-duty arrests, 15 shootouts, eight criminals shot, four killed — Friedman has seen some shit, and he's one of the most decorated officers in the history of the NYPD. During his 14-year career, Friedman was a super cop of unparalleled stature, a crime-fighting machine at a time when organized crime still reigned supreme in parts of New York City. He was a Robo-Cop for the disco age, if you will. In Street Warrior: The True Story of the NYPD's Most Decorated Detective and the Era That Created Him, out now on St. Martin's Press, Friedman recounts the harrowing trials and tribulations he experienced while wearing his uniform. The memoir is filled with war stories and anecdotes about the bygone era of policing, a time when cops didn't have to wear body-cams or worry about being politically correct.
As someone who was incarcerated for a nonviolent drug offense, I wanted to talk with the detective about his current perspective about the War on Drugs and mass incarceration. With marijuana being decriminalized in New York City, as well as the problems of racial profiling, police brutality, and the fallacy of the broken windows theory coming to light in recent years, there's been a big movement for change, even though there is still a long way to go. Friedman's account of the NYPD is from a different age, and he's unapologetic in his views — many of which feel outdated in today's era of community activism and protests against police abuse. Though offering an adrenaline-rush for true crime junkies, Friedman's book fails to address many of today's most pressing issues in favor of one cop's vigilante view of criminality.
MERRY JANE chatted with the old-school police detective about why he became a cop in the first place, what he thinks about police using deadly force, and why police forces in this country, like the NYPD, are embroiled in controversy. Plus, we talked about if his loose cannon police tactics from yesteryear would have landed him in hot water today.
MERRY JANE: You've definitely had a super cop career, no doubt, but let's take it back to the beginning. Why did you become police officer in the first place? What was the motivating factor?
Ralph Friedman: I never thought of being a police officer. I was out on a Friday night with a couple of friends and I asked them what they were doing the next day. They said they were taking the police exam. I said "You're kidding me," and they said they weren't. It was a walk-in test at the high school I graduated from. I said to them, "Listen, why don't you knock on my door and if I wake up, I'll go." I never thought about becoming a police officer. I had no friends or family that ever were. But they knocked on my door and I got up and took the test. I had a good job as a furniture mover, but there was really no advancement. I'd be carrying the same couch on day one as I would 20 years later.
I didn't feel like a super cop. Ninety-nine percent of the officers would have done the same things I've done, but I just happened to run into [trouble] more. I was out there all the time and I really enjoyed the job. I found this new culture, this new life. The police department was very tight then. There was a lot of camaraderie. I always made myself available and I always wanted to be out there — I enjoyed the job that much. My life was at risk, but I always came out on top. I enjoyed the job at all times, and got a lot of bumps and bruises along the way, but thank God I wasn't killed.
What was it like revisiting your career in the book?
The '80s were really tough. I was in a lot of serious, dangerous, life-threatening situations. I never discharged my gun without being totally justified. If my life or my partner's life was on the line, we had to do what we were trained to do. I loved the action. I felt I was helping people in the ghetto communities. I felt I was making their life safer, protecting them from predators. I like to be involved. I like to get involved and take control of the situation and help whoever needs help. I enjoyed it and I got a rush out of it. You know what drug I'm addicted to: adrenaline. The police on the front line are the grunt soldiers. They take it from all sides and they still do their jobs. I was in 15 gun battles and I shot eight people and killed four. In the book, it details how I was shot at by police, too. There was a riot scene and I responded and I was under fire by the police.
Promotion picture taken at Big Joe's Tattoo Parlor. Photo by Big Joe, courtesy of Ralph Friedman / St. Martin's Press
How was police work different when you were coming up in the 1970s and into the 1980s, as opposed to to now? Was it two different worlds, or can you make a parallel?
It was a different era. A different time. It was very violent back then. Not that officers don't face violence now, but it was like a Wild West show in the Bronx then. There were shootouts on the streets all the time. People were getting robbed. The city was in dire straits. It was heading for financial ruin. Drugs were rampant, and muggings, robberies, and purse snatches were up. Today, it seems like there's more control. It was almost out-of-control back then, and the police were just holding the line.
Policing has changed over the decades. The biggest thing to change policing was the cell phone with cameras. The police are in the public eye. When I started, it was the 1970s, so we're talking almost 50 years ago. In every profession, the job has changed. DNA [testing] wasn't even invented then, and now they track bullets by trajectory. Communications are way better. It's a totally different job with the technology they have today. It's like being on another universe, actually.
How do you think racial profiling and the use of deadly force, as we've seen in recent years, has affected the public's perception of police?
I never came across that throughout my whole life and career. I didn't work with people that were racist and I never saw it. I had a black partner. I had Hispanic partners. We mended out the law equally and justly. I just didn't see it that way, and I was very involved. I was against perpetrators. I didn't like people that prey on the weak, the old, females, or infants. In my career, they didn't call it racial profiling.
If you worked in a busy house like Bedford-Stuyvesant, the numbers were always higher. Officers would stop more people on suspicion of carrying a weapon or drugs because it's a busy house. We all agree that's there's more crime in some areas than others. It can be a Spanish neighborhood, a black neighborhood, or a white neighborhood. But in all those areas, no matter how bad, they're decent, hardworking, tax-paying people that need and deserve protection. They get more protection, because there's more police, who happen to do more stops.
The police department takes deadly physical force very seriously. When you do take an action, it's investigated by numerous authorities. If you happen to shoot somebody or take a life, you have to go before a grand jury that's made up of civilians and they judge if you were justified or not, or if there's enough evidence to take you to trial. You're also investigated by a shooting team, Internal Affairs, and the DA's office. Sometimes there are tragic errors — just like a car or plane accident — but checks and balances are in place. I've shot eight people, which resulted in four dying, and I was always justified doing exactly what I was trained to do. Sometimes you have to take a life to save a life.
Ralph Friedman and Timmy Kennedy with evidence taken from arrest of Jamaican gang members (August, 1982)
What do you think about the fallacy of the broken windows theory?
If people commit small crimes, they'll also commit large crimes as they move up. Where do you draw the line? Today one of the top things is noise complaints and loud parties. One person in a building is having a good time, but at the expense of all his neighbors in the building. At some point, the people throwing the party are going to want to sleep and they're not going to be happy if someone else is throwing a party then. You have to be considerate of everybody around you. It's the society we live in and minor laws are what they call the quality of life laws. You have to enforce them too, but policies come down from the mayor.
Do you think mass incarceration is a result of locking up people for nonviolent drug offenses?
People are disobeying the law more, so there's going to be more people in jail. Now, as far as violent crimes, I personally feel penalties should be based on your criminal record. If you commit a lot of burglaries, then chances are you're going to commit another burglary. Today, more people look at the criminal's side — yes he's in jail, but what about all the innocent, hardworking people that you're protecting this person from? If you can't get along with society to a certain degree, then you have to be separated from society. As far as non-violent crimes, it would depend on what [the citizen's] history is. If you've got a guy shooting ten people on ten different occasions and then one time you grab him for something non-violent, he should still go to jail. He's already proven that he's somebody that cannot live in a normal law and order fashion.
In the '70s and '80s, weed was commonly sold out of a lot of bodegas throughout the city. What was your relationship like with marijuana dealers, and how often did you arrest them throughout your career?
When I started policing in the 1970, I never saw any drug but heroin. It was so popular in the ghetto precincts at that time. But in 1975, when I got promoted to detective, I went up to the North Bronx and I started seeing weed, pills, and coke. Back then, marijuana wasn't tolerated like it is today. I don't do any drugs, and my feeling is I don't want to be around anybody that does, but I do realize that marijuana is very good for medical purposes. I've come to accept that. But back then the laws were different and I was still being paid to enforce the laws. I've definitely made marijuana arrests.
Mayor Abe Beam awarding Ralph Friedman the Combat Cross for actions taken on November 19, 1974. (Photo taken on May 19, 1975)
You retired in 1984 due to a work-related injury, but why did you wait until now to write a book about your career? What influenced your decision to put your life story out there?
The police have taken a lot of heat in the last few years. They've been micromanaged by the public, by the department, and by the politicians and media. It seems like they're being attacked from all ends. I wanted to show that the police are really out there to help the public. They serve everybody and it seems like the people they serve the most hate them the most. There are people who appreciate the police, but they're not loud and vocal like the ones who don't like the police. I've been a police officer and I've dealt with other officers and they're really sincere. They want to help people. They leave their families every day and come in and put their lives on the line.
Why do you think that police forces in this country, especially the NYPD, are so embroiled in controversy?
People see police on patrol laughing and joking. They see them sitting there having a coffee or getting a slice of pizza. But when the real danger occurs, it's the police who run towards it when everybody else is running the other way. After 9/11, everybody loved the police and firemen. They were flying flags and it was all very unified. But it faded away. This book is dedicated to the police back then, now, and in the future. There are men and women out there that want to help.
Look at this poor officer that was just killed, Miosotis Familia. She was just sitting in the car and someone executed her for no reason other than she was wearing a blue uniform. You put your life on the line everyday — not only by stopping a criminal or engaging in a shootout — but by just sitting there. Sitting in your car wearing a blue uniform. What other profession has anything like that attached to it? Nothing, unless you're overseas in the military or a war. I think everybody should be thankful that there are police out there, because otherwise it would be a jungle where only the strong survive.
"Street Warrior" is out now, order a copy through St. Martin's Press here
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Big Brother Season 16 & Big Brother After Dark are working their way towards the end of the season and the last HOH competition appears to have been brutal on the remaining houseguests.
It's been an unusual season in a number of ways and because I have been watching over the years and I also am a psychotherapist, I can't help but add in my astute observations of this group of remaining hopefuls for the half million dollars.
Here are some thoughts. The cop, Derrick, has been running the game in the smartest of ways. He let's everyone else get blood on the hands, doesn't alienate the players and wants everyone to thing that he has their back. He is not only a con, he is cunning.
He is the one playing BB and everyone in it. He clearly is smart and manipulative in a way that continues to make everyone believe he is the nice guy, going along for second place. Think again house guests. This guy has everyone fooled.
It will be interesting to see their reaction to the fact that in his real life he is a Police Sergeant.
I am sicker than sick of Frankie and his antics. He is so tiring that I almost stopped watching BB after dark cause I get sick of his "full of himself" demonstrations. I would love to see him leave the house. The sooner the better. He may think that America loves him but I sure don't and I don't give a ……. who his sister is.
He needs lots of counseling and deep issue therapy in my Expert Opinion. Do I want the job? NO Thanks. I have had enough of Frankie.
I do appreciate that he has brought this group together though to be pretentiously loving towards each other.
His veil has been lifted to show the jerk that he really is.
Christine is my least favorite. In fact, I can't stand her. When she comes on BB After Dark, I shut the volume off. I hate her laugh, her face and her jealously towards Nicole is beyond annoying. This girl lacks insight. She is desperate and grasps on to Cody as he is paying attention to her and she can't be without that for a second. This woman needs help beyond what therapy can provide. She is one of those people that if you see them walking down the sideway, cross the street and walk the other way. She is demonic. I can't feel sorry for her because she is controlled by her inner demons and thinks that's cool somehow. She needs to leave the house and poison and taint the jury house for the rest of the season. My God this girl has no integrity what so ever.
Once I saw her husband, I understood how she can be so bizarre in her behavior. What a psycho case this one is.
Cody has been dipping in the ways of the vampire, demo energy but is also attracted to the purity of Nicole, who is playing a sweet and honest game.
Nicole is my favorite this season. You can watch her on BB After Dark, avoiding the conflicts, smarter than the rest, refraining from the childish behaviors of the other stupid house guests. She is a gem. So glad she is back in the house. Her light shines and it brings out the darkness in the others so they want her gone. The horrible ones in the house can't stand her because she stands for the light. They don't know that. They live in unconsciousness. She is conscious, aware, real and awesome. I love who she is!
I don't want to bother talking about Caleb. Everyone who knows anything about Obsessive, Compulsive disorders is on to Caleb. He lives with that and his delusions. What a loser.
Another person hanging out in the house doesn't deserve mention even. Victoria, you look so lost, you are lost and you are in need of resuscitation. You are bizarre. Insight therapy won't work on her. She is a goner.
Cody has a chance at being a good guy and a good player, but his looks have cause him some self deception. Too bad he prefers to dump women when they get close to him. He could benefit from therapy as he is not lost yet.
This is one group of deeply disturbed, emotionally unbalanced house guests and it's just one big happy, pretend family, that deserves NOTHING. I would rather see BB give the money to a necessary charity then these basket cases. Except for Nicole, and that is why they team up against her. She is actually fairly normal in a house of bizarre, acting out, emotional basket cases. Derrick could be saved and Cody too, but they do love that dark part of themselves.
How can people love these nut cases?
You have to ask yourself.
Well, this is the area where I tell it like it is to the readers.
Don't be afraid to look deeper into what goes on in the BIG BROTHER HOUSE..
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On Oracle 9i on using OCIAttrGet with OCI_ATTR_PRECISION on an SQL Query with "MAX(ColumnName)" is giving the precision of the column as 0 whereas it is a NUMBER(20) column. Kindly let me know the usage to get the correct precision.
On SQL Query without the function calls like MAX, SUM I am getting the correct size.
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