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Jim Bell, the Salt Lake County undersheriff, pled guilty on Dec. 4 to two Class A Misdemeanor counts of Attempted Wanton Destruction of Protected Wildlife and Attempted Obstruction of Justice.
Bell, who represented himself, was originally charged with two third-degree felony counts of wanton destruction of protected wildlife and obstruction of justice. He pled guilty as a result of plea negotiations with the Emery County Attorney's Office.
Seventh District Judge, Bryce K. Bryner, sentenced Bell to one year in the Emery County Jail, with said term suspended, and placed him on two years bench probation. As terms of probation, he ordered Bell to pay a fine of $1,850, restitution of $750 to the Help Stop Poaching Fund, and to forfeit his hunting rifle. He further ordered Bell not to go hunting during the period of probation. As an unusual term of probation, Bell was ordered to write a letter of apology to be sent to both major Salt Lake City newspapers.
At the sentencing hearing, Deputy Emery County Attorney, Brent Langston, stressed this case was not about the illegal taking of an elk. Bell may not have been aware the elk was, in fact, a two-point when he shot it. Had he taken steps to contact the fish and game division and been honest about what happened, this case would have resulted in no charges or, at most, a simple ticket, according to Langston. However, Bell chose to try to cover up the truth by first cutting off a tine and later shooting it off in an attempt to make it look like a legal kill.
An elk must be branched on both sides to be illegal during the spike-only hunt. When questioned by fish and game officers, Bell at first denied hunting at all and then denied shooting the horn off. According to Langston the felony charges were based solely on Bell's actions in attempting to cover up his involvement.

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"We are on a road trip, we are going to Greenville," Augusta's Edwin Escobar said from his cell phone. "We will celebrate on the bus with my teammates."
An hour earlier in Charleston, S.C., the Giants left-handed prospect pitched a career-high 8 2/3 one-hit innings in the Class A GreenJackets' 4-0 shutout of the RiverDogs.
Escobar (6-7) struck out nine and recorded 10 outs on the ground. He threw 75 of his 109 pitches for strikes and faced one over the minimum 27 batters.
"I was working with everything -- fastball, breaking pitch, changeup," said Escobar, who silenced a lineup that included two of the Yankees' top 10 prospects in shortstop Cito Culver and third baseman Dante Bichette. "I was focused from the pregame stretch [forward]."
A relative of Kansas City Royals shortstop Alcides Escobar and Major League pitcher Kelvim Escobar, Escobar retired the first nine batters he faced before center fielder Eduardo Sosa singled on a 1-1 inside fastball to start the fourth. Sosa's line drive was just out of the reach of right fielder Devin Harris.
"[Harris] slid to try to get it," Escobar said. "He made a good attempt, did the best he could."
Escobar retired his next 17 before walking Sosa, his final hitter, on seven pitches with two outs in the ninth.
"In that situation, I got a little bit tired," he said. "I dropped my elbow down."
But what about his first professional complete game?
"I wish," he said, "but I did the best I could."
Reliever Kyle Vazquez retired Culver for the final out.
Escobar lowered his season ERA to 3.24 and has 107 strikeouts in 114 innings -- all career bests. The Venezuela native is wrapping up his fourth campaign, third in San Francisco's organization -- he was traded from Texas on April 1, 2010. He credited altered mechanics, specifically his new arm slot, as the biggest reason for his success.
The left-hander bested his single-game high in innings (7 2/3 frames at Rome on June 9) and fell one shy of his strikeout mark (10 against Greeneville on June 15).
"This is the best start of my career," Escobar said. "This is my very first year in my career that everything has been working."
RiverDogs starter Philip Wetherell (5-8) gave up two runs on five hits over 3 2/3 frames.
Augusta has won three consecutive games; Charleston has lost three straight.
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Australia ended New Zealand's 16-match winning streak with an 18-all scoreline at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane on Saturday.
Australia ended New Zealand's 16-match winning streak with an 18-all draw at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane on Saturday.
Though honours were shared by the trans-Tasman rivals, Australia will treat this result as a mental victory seeing that Robbie Deans' troops weren't given a chance in hell of matching the All Blacks prior to kick-off.
In a match decided exclusively by penalties, Kurtley Beale and Mike Harris combined for 18 points for Australia, while Daniel Carter slotted six penalties for the All Blacks.
But with the scores locked at 18 points apiece at the death, the world champions were camped in the Australia's 22 and Carter was given one last opportunity to kick a drop-goal to hand the All Blacks victory.
His shot was just wide, however, and the match ended in a hard-fought draw.
New Zealand were bidding to join the 1969 All Blacks and 1998 Springboks with 17 successive victories but were once again foiled by the Wallabies, who ended New Zealand's unbeaten 15-match run in a 26-24 win in Hong Kong in 2010.
Harris was on great form in the first half, kicking all his four penalty goal attempts to give the under-strength Wallabies a 12-6 half-time advantage.
The Wallabies began well when they charged down a clearing kick in the opening seconds only for the ball to elude Adam Ashley-Cooper over the dead-ball line.
Carter kicked the All Blacks to a 6-3 lead before New Zealand came the closest to scoring in the first half through winger Hosea Gear. Israel Dagg's kick ahead was just forced dead by Harris with Gear in hot pursuit midway through the half.
Wallabies' blindside flanker Scott Higginbotham could be in hot water after his scuffle with All Blacks skipper Richie McCaw. Higginbotham appeared to knee McCaw in the head to trigger the skirmish before appearing to head-butt the All Blacks skipper on the ground. Both players were cautioned by referee Craig Joubert.
Joubert made good on his warning of 'next one goes' when he gave All Blacks prop Tony Woodcock a yellow card for repeated ruck infringements on the half-time siren.
Harris kicked his fourth penalty to give the Wallabies a six-point buffer at the turnaround. Beale lifted the Wallabies' confidence even further with a prodigious penalty from just inside his own half for a 15-6 lead.
But Carter kicked his third penalty and the Wallabies lost openside flanker Michael Hooper to the sin-bin after taking out All Blacks scrum-half Aaron Smith after he had kicked ahead.
Carter then pulled New Zealand to within three points with the resulting penalty in the 56th minute.
Australia lost a line-out on their throw giving the All Blacks possession inside their quarter and they mounted successive mauls before they received a penalty for Carter to level the scores at 15-15 with 13 minutes left.
New Zealand got the big breakthrough when Adam Ashley-Cooper spilled Aaron Cruden's high kick and Nick Phibbs was in an off-side position in picking up the ball for an All Blacks penalty.
Carter kicked his sixth penalty nine minutes from time to edge New Zealand in front and in sight of victory. But Harris levelled with his fifth penalty with five minutes left in what proved to be the final score.
Man of the match: Kurtely Beale was Australia's most dangerous player and skipper Nathan Sharpe led from the front, but Kieran Read once again loomed large for the All Blacks. The number eight was heavily involved throughout and deservedly named the official man-of-the-match at Suncorp Stadium.
Moment of the match: Geez, take your pick! But in the end it just has to be Carter's last-gasp drop-goal attempt.
Villain of the match: Two yellow issued – one to Tony Woodcock and the other to Michael Hooper. But the real villain that got away was Scott Higginbotham after his headbutt on Richie McCaw.
The scorers:
For Australia:
Pens: Beale 2, Harris 4
For New Zealand:
Pens: Carter 6
Yellow cards: Tony Woodcock (NZ), Michael Hooper (Aus)
The teams:
Australia: 15 Mike Harris, 14 Nick Cummins, 13 Ben Tapuai, 12 Pat McCabe, 11 Adam Ashley-Cooper, 10 Kurtley Beale, 9 Nick Phipps, 8 Wycliff Palu, 7 Michael Hooper, 6 Scott Higginbotham, 5 Nathan Sharpe (c), 4 Sitaleki Timani, 3 James Slipper, 2 Tatafu Polota Nau, 1 Benn Robinson.
Replacements: 16 James Hanson, 17 Sekope Kepu, 18 Kane Douglas, 19 Dave Dennis, 20 Liam Gill, 21 Brett Sheehan, 22 Drew Mitchell.
New Zealand: 15 Israel Dagg, 14 Cory Jane, 13 Conrad Smith, 12 Ma'a Nonu, 11 Hosea Gear, 10 Daniel Carter, 9 Aaron Smith, 8 Kieran Read, 7 Richie McCaw (c), 6 Liam Messam, 5 Sam Whitelock, 4 Brodie Retallick, 3 Charlie Faumuina, 2 Keven Mealamu, 1 Tony Woodcock.
Replacements: 16 Andrew Hore, 17 Owen Franks, 18 Luke Romano, 19 Victor Vito, 20 Piri Weepu, 21 Aaron Cruden, 22 Ben Smith.
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Skip to comments.Founder of the Silver Star Families of America Calls for Resignation or Termination of Chris Hayes
Posted on 05/28/2012 8:33:30 PM PDT by Steve Newton
An angry Steve Newton, Founder of the Silver Star Families of America, called on Chris Hayes to resign or be terminated for his recent comments on MSNBC on the fallen of the United States Military.
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How can you politely say -—Well. You know
I didn't see anything at the website linked. Should I ?
How can we support this effort ?
I am sorry Onona. I am having trouble posting to our site. Our sat is down and we are on dial up.
I will have something up as soon as I can.
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Mr. Hays, we know you're a liberal; liberals do not understand history, nor do they understand the importance of a strong nation. Because of these shortfalls, liberals do not understand the importance of strong military or why their sacrifices deserve great respect.
You do not need to apologize. We understand your type. Some day you will learn why you are wrong. Until that day, we will pray for your education.
Very well said.
But a question.
Why can't even a liberal say "thank you" to someone that has given up his or her life for them?
It is beyond me.
I become more angry by the day
Terminated with extreme prejudice! Oh, we don't do that, do we? Then just fire his dumb ass and give him two kicks in the ass on his way out the door (don't open it). That's my kind of polite "double tap".
I wish I had the leeway to say that.
I seriously cannot think of words to describe how I feel about this-—person.
His lack of pride in this country and his lack of empathy for the fallen is beyond words.
I pray there are not too many like him
Stick it to this bassturd. They need to make a big STINKING example out of him.
You DO NOT trample on the graves of the Fallen. That is simply declasse. Keep your grubby politics out of ANY talk about those in uniform, especially those who have sacrificed.
Zero tolerance for this BS.
Told this story already, but we walked back across the Arlington Memorial bridge this weekend with a Gold Star mother after Rolling Thunder. Just lost her son in 2008 in Afghanistan. Luckily he has a twin who was not in the military. Not a finer lady, and not a more handsome son could have been found.
Thinking of her having to listen to this garbage mouth breaks my heart. I hope she skipped the news this weekend.
That brings tears to my eyes.
You are exactly right.
Why? Why should she have to listen to this bull crap??
Thank you for what you did my Friend.
I am sure you took care of the Gold Star Mother.
Too bad oh Chris couldnt have been there. Maybe he would have learned something.
Then again-—nawww
these people respect nothing but their money and power. I'd like to know what companies sponsor his show.
Well, Steve — we just walked with her across that bridge. We didn't know her. It was very hot, sun blaring, and she was having to walk in the direction of Arlington, where her son was buried. I can't imagine how much of a bummer that would have been to have to do alone. She was probably fine, though, as she is one strong lady. I'm glad we were there, at that moment, just to wave her over to the metro stop.
But we almost didn't go. We almost just felt like staying home, not going down. Not taking the time. I'm glad we did — as we received a blessing back from attending Rolling Thunder and meeting her. My husband has 26 years in the military — and was deployed a couple of times, but made it home everytime. We are really, really lucky. She and her family were not so lucky.
But all of them GO. They all put on that uniform knowing full well luck may just not be with them one day. They ARE heroes, in EVERY sense of the word. "If not me, then Who," is what they all say. We all need to "walk with" these families. Just by remembering, and honoring them, and for some, by just keeping their mouths shut at the appropriate times, if that's all they can manage to do.
Unfortunately, I got cross-ways with my fiancee this afternoon. We have a WWII vet that comes down to the camp every single day for two beers. She bought him a beer in honor of Memorial Day. I called her to the back and asked if she knew the meaning of the day.
To her credit, she realized what she had done. It won't happen again. Over and over I keep seeing pols and newsmedia trying to honor vets on this day trying to score 'brownie points'.
Come on people, this is "Memorial Day"!
Well said
VERY well said
You know that is true. Used to be "decoration" day.
My parents always went to the grave yard to "decorate" the graves of family.
Then again its always nice to say thank you
Yeah well
Now. THATS a thought
So true. Trust me, he gets thanked aplenty but you could tell that he was not comfortable having a beer bought for him on Memorial Day. He was embarrassed.
He told me that he was 20 years old the day Pearl Harbor was bombed and that he went straight down that day and enlisted.
The man is a HERO as far as I'm concerned!
Amen my FRiend. Amen.
This thing with "Chris" is not over.
This is a fight I will go to the mat over
Thank you for your service and and all else that you have done and now do for this country Steve Newton!
Oh. Me?
Uh. I don't remember if I have ever been told that.
I am honored. And I thank you.
Remember, it is ALL of us that will make a difference
We will get through this current crap TOGETHER —One way or the other.
I care for you all. You are my America brothers and sisters
Blessings to you and all
Im gone for the night.
Hayes's wife, lawyer Kate Shaw, works in the WHITE HOUSE Counsel's office. Hired by Obama, she is the daughter of liberal Chicago journalist Andy Shaw and early and fiercely partisan Obama supporter. The Chicago Way.
We revere those that made their sacrifice in the name of freedom. They don't.
With that said, he, and all the others like him are doing us a favor the more they expose their true feelings.
I disagree with everything he and the rest of his leftist cohorts believe in, but I can't be mad at him for giving an honest assessment of how he sees things. Besides, he has the First Amendment on his side.
The price of being a liberal is giving up your humanity. Once you do that, what are you? By definition, you're not human. You don't live your live to develop yourself spiritually. Instead, you are a group parasite, feeding off of what the group gives you, obeying what the group tells you to do. And because your existence is so shameful, you spend all of your time claiming the highest morality, while viciously attacking anyone you fear might suspect your fraud.
Liberals are not what you think they are. They are not misguided humans, they are not ignorant, and they are not out of control.
They have chosen what they are too ashamed to tell you about.
Chris Hayes is the feminine version of Rachel Maddow.
Chris Hayes is the feminine version of Rachel Maddow.
Younger folks might scream and faux faint at seeing Justin Beiber or Beyonce, but there is no love like the solemn respect for those who made Beiber possible.
Why am I not surprised?
when you disrupt the enemy's supply line, you will kill him (or it as the case may be...) Thank you for your service to our country and the members of our military.
1) Liberals are the real greedy pigs in the world ... they feel that the world owes them a living, that they are entitled to whatever they want. Hence, no gratitude is ever appropriate from them. It is given grudgingly, or insincerely, if at all.
2) Liberals seem to have trouble grasping that any enemy is really bad enough to justify war. Hence, those who risked (or gave up) their lives in war did so unnecessarily (in the liberals' opinion), and no gratitude is necessary or appropriate.
3) Liberals are narcissists ... only they, and only the things they do, are important. Most liberals don't join the military, go to war, or put their lives on the line for others. Therefore, such actions are unimportant *in the liberals' opinion), and no gratitude is necessary or appropriate.
I guess so
Seems I stirred the pot.
I will be on the NRA internet radio at 9:40 central time.
Thank you my friend
Seems the left is upset with me.
Which pleases me no end
Back in the day, I used to judge the worth or any US (or NATO) foreign policy proposal by how much and how loudly and shrilly Brezhnev howled against it. (More/Louder = Better).
The names have changed, the details have changed, the principle stays the same.
Liberals do not sacrifice anything. Most selfish lot that ever existed on this planet.
and right you are to be pleased. remember the devil only attacks the people who are effective against him ... by serving HIM :)
the animals that Orwell used in "Animal Farm" was no mistake or random happenstance. They (the liberals/socialists) are truly the pigs.
Liberals don't see it that way. Therefore, there's nothing to thank anybody for.
AMEN to that. Amen
That was one of the worst interviews I have done.
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London Welsh recorded their first victory in the Aviva Premiership with a last-gasp 25-24 win over Exeter Chiefs.
London Welsh recorded their first victory in the Aviva Premiership with a last-gasp 25-24 win over Exeter Chiefs.
A late Alfie To'oala try after concerted pressure on the Chiefs line gave Seb Jewell the opportunity to kick London Welsh to victory after coming from behind twice during the match.
For the third consecutive game, Welsh had shipped a 14-0 deficit early on, with Exeter getting the first points on five minutes, Luke Arscott scoring after an interception and 60 metre charge by Ian Whitten.
Matt Jess added the Chief's second only minutes later, benefitting from a three man overlap on the left, with Mieres converting once more.
Welsh got themselves back in the hunt with a penalty try after strong mauling from a lineout, before Nick Scott scored on his first start for the exiles, charging 80 metres for his side's second try halfway into the first period.
Exeter indiscipline led to the home side taking the lead for the first time, as Ross slotted home a penalty with five minutes of the half left, before sustaining strong Chiefs pressure until the whistle.
Although Welsh started the second period brighter, Exeter regained the lead after good possession play for a converted Richard Baxter score.
The home team stayed in the hunt through another Ross penalty goal only moments later, before Exeter's Tom Johnson was stretchered off.
Gareth Steenson was introduced with twenty minutes left, and made his first impact with a fine penalty, stretching the lead to six.
But Welsh never gave up, and kept the play in Exeter's half for long periods, before To'oala went over, sending the home crowd delirious.
The scorers:
For London Welsh:
Tries: Penalty try, Scott, To'oala Vaeluaga
Cons: Ross, Jewell
Pens: Ross 2
For Exeter Chiefs:
Tries: Arscott, Jess, Baxter
Cons: Mieres 3
Pens: Steenson
London Welsh: 15 Tom Arscott, 14 Phil Mackenzie, 13 Sonny Parker, 12 Hudson Tonga'uiha, 11 Nick Scott, 10 Gordon Ross, 9 Tyson Keats, 8 Ed Jackson, 7 Mike Denbee, 6 Daniel Browne, 5 Matt Corker, 4 Jonathan Mills (capt), 3 Paulica Ion, 2 Neil Briggs, 1 Frank Montanella.
Replacements: 16 Dan George, 17 Tom Bristow, 18 Arthur Joly, 19 Kirill Kulemin, 20 Alfie To'oala, 21 Jonah Holmes, 22 James Lewis, 23 Seb Jewell.
Exeter: 15 Luke Arscott, 14 Ian Whitten, 13 Sireli Naqelevuki, 12 Phil Dollman, 11 Matt Jess, 10 Ignacio Mieres, 9 Will Chudley, 8 Richard Baxter, 7 James Scaysbrook, 6 Tom Johnson, 5 James Hanks, 4 Tom Hayes (capt), 3 Craig Mitchell, 2 Chris Whitehead, 1 Brett Sturgess.
Replacements: 16 Simon Alcott, 17 Ben Moon, 18 Carl Rimmer, 19 Aly Muldowney, 20 James Phillips, 21 Kevin Barrett, 22 Gareth Steenson, 23 Jack Nowell.
Referee: David Pearson


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Chapter 19
A prudent wife is from the Lord—He who lends to the poor lends to the Lord—It is better to be a poor man than to be a liar.
1 Better is the
2 Also, that the soul be without
3 The
4 Wealth maketh many
5 A false
6 Many will entreat the
7 All the brethren of the
8 He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: he that keepeth
9 A false witness shall not be
10 Delight is not seemly for a fool; much less for a
11 The
12 The king's wrath is as the
13 A foolish son is the calamity of his
14 House and riches are the inheritance of fathers: and a
16 He that
17 He that hath
19 A man of great
20 Hear counsel, and receive
21 There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the
22 The desire of a man is his
23 The
25 Smite a
26 He that wasteth his
27 Cease, my son, to
28 An ungodly witness scorneth judgment: and the mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity.
29 Judgments are prepared for scorners, and


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Please include any relevant information such as skill level and style of play.
Comments: Nice shoes. Good support and nice bounce off the ground. I've used the Prince T22s for the last 3
years. I got tired off cutting the hard plastic strip on my right shoe as soon as I got the shoe -- bad design. The Lotto seems to be
my new shoe. Only played with them twice -- once on clay and the other hard court so the durability has yet to be determined but
so far so good. They fit a little snug but thats not a problem because they loosen up quite nicely. I'd recommend the shoe. I play
about 4 times a week.
From: Sam, 7/14
Comments: These shoes fit perfectly if you have narrow or medium width feet. Outsole is good, not too
grippy/squeaky, not too hard/slippery. Weight is just right. Excellent flex. Durability is maybe a little above average. Bottoms
aren't as durable as Nadal's shoe, but they are far superior to the Fed Vapor shoe. The two weaknesses of this shoe are its paper-
thin insole (which packs down and is useless after one wearing) and the lack of adequate cushioning in the forefoot. It's not a
"cushiony" shoe in the ball of the foot area. And last but not least, the shoe appears to be unnecessarily adorned with lots of
different materials and panels and features and stitching -- must be an Italian thing.
From: Anon, 7/14
Comments: I ordered these shoes with a bit of trepidation since a few customer reviews stated that it had a narrow
fit. Using TW's sizing chart I measured my socked foot (11.25" length, 4.25" width) and ordered them in a size 11.5. Well I was
pleasantly surprised on how well they fit. Just like TW's reviewers had stated, the shoes fit like a glove without feeling tight. The
material covering the upper toe box was supple enough to allow me to wiggle my toes without effort. I took the shoes out and
performed some simulated tennis moves on a hard surface, and was impressed on how well they gripped the surface. Even
though I tape my ankles before match play with the shoes I had been wearing, these shoes felt so stable that I may forgo that
extra precaution. This is surprising since the shoe is very supple, not like the harsh stiffness one would find in some other shoes
with comparable stability. My foot never slid inside the shoe even with the most extreme moves and felt comfortably in place at
all times. I did replace the stock insole with Sorbothane Ultra Soles however, as I have a medium to high arch and felt the need for
the added arch support. If you like to double knot your shoe laces like I do, you may want to use the extra set of blue shoe laces
that come with the shoes instead of the white ones as they are a couple of inches longer.
From: John, 7/14
Comments: Two words: the best! Believe everything you read, saw and heard from the TW testers on this shoe. It is
all true. This shoe doesn't command nearly enough market share, but once you try it you'll realize it offers more for relatively less
From: Rob, 7/14
Comments: Just an update to my 5/14 review below: These shoes are not near as cushioned as I initially believed. I
thought these shoes were more cushioned because I was playing on a softer/flexy hard court. After moving to a true hard court,
I've suffered foot fatigue/soreness after 2.5+ hour matches. Still great support and the durability is solid, but just not as gentle
on the feet as Asics gel. OK for me for 1 session a day under 2.5 hours.
From: John, 7/14
Comments: Hi tennis friends! I'm an avid 4.0. I've tried several shoes to finally arrive at my destiny, AKA Raptor IV!
The last shoe I wore resulted in a twisted ankle, however, it was due to me learning that I needed one size smaller as sports shoes
do not forgive as much as leisure shoes. Enter Lotto Raptor IV -- a rock sold shoe. I didn't even know Lotto was an Italian
company until after the purchase. I just made the buy based on the great TW playtesting reviews. However, Lotto Sport offers a lot
of class, style, and commitment to excellence at their site -- highly recommend to check out. Funny thing is that I've only walked
around the house and outside a few times so far -- not touching shoe to court yet -- while still being convinced, I've easily
reached my tennis shoe destiny with Lotto. Happy hitting!
From: Jon, 7/14
Comments: I was a Yonex shoe guy but they did not provide warranty. So I decide to try these shoes. I was worried
when I got the shoe and tried them on. Felt really tight by the toe area and was debating to exchange them for a size up. Ended
up trying them out and after the break-in period the toe area got loose and felt snuggle and perfect. I'm glad I decided to keep
these pair. They were just as comfortable as the yonex shoes. On the court they were very responsive and low to the court. I
definitely buy these shoes again. Lotto has found a new customer.
From: Ben, 6/14
Comments: Amazing shoe, but took some patience for me. The first pair felt great but the left shoe was a bit
narrow (like my foot was on the edge of the arch/insole) so I sent them back. Second pair felt better but my left toes felt a bit
pinched so I stretched that area out (with a tennis ball). Played a match and an hour later heard the heel squeaking. I inspected it
and found the syn-pulse heel had a plastic edge angled incorrectly inside that was rubbing on the bottom shell. I bent it (with a
knife) and the noise went away. Now, like others, I have the best pair of shoes ever. Previously a fan of all Asics Gel Challengers
and Gel Resolution 4 (hate the GR5). Size-wise, the Raptors felt snug and I debated going up a size. Glad I didn't as they
loosened a tad after play.
From: John, 5/14
Comments: This is the best pair of tennis shoes I've ever worn. Great support in lateral movement. Great grip.
Perfect fit -- the sizing is spot on. I've always won 10.5 and it fits like a glove. I had the adidas Feather which was too long and
narrow. I had too much toe space while the width was spot on. This resulted in too much toes movement when I dash around the
court. With the Lotto Raptor Ultra IV, I can move without being worried about rolling an ankle -- great shoes! If you can get them
on sale at 79.95, it is a steal!
From: Louis, 5/14
Comments: This shoe is close to perfect! With the exception of its mildly supportive insole, I wouldn't change a
thing. My initial experience led me to change the insole for one that provided more arch and outside edge support. After doing so,
this shoe performed better than any I've worn to date. Support, comfort, and durability inspire confidence the moment you step
into the outwardly beautiful shoe. On court, I've never played in a superior shoe despite having played in many brands. Show up in
these shoes and I know that you are a serious player.
From: Jim, 4/14
Comments: These shoes are very narrow -- if you have normal width feet they will press uncomfortably against the
inner sides of your feet. I wear a size 12 so maybe that's why. Maybe Lotto just hasn't properly scaled up the width for the bigger
From: Shoeman, 4/14
Comments: One of the best shoes I've ever worn. They are super comfortable right out of the box and fit very snug.
On the courts they have great stability that is on par with the Courtballistec 4.3s but don't feel as clunky. It allows me to make a
fast changes of direction while feeling confident that my ankle will not roll over and thus allows me to get to the ball a split
second earlier than previously. Despite the advertised weight, these Lottos seem to feel lighter and faster. Traction and durability
have all been fantastic. These are the best shoes I've ever tried. I will stick with these for a long time.
From: Leo, 4/14
Comments: Yes, these are the best shoes ever! They have great traction, fit, stability and maneuverability and they
are not soft and mushy (I do not like shoes with that marshmallow/mushy feel). I also liked the Asics Gel Resolution 1 and 2, but
they went downhill after that. I bought 10 pairs of these Lotto shoes just in case they change the design. These shoes are perfect
just the way they are. Lotto, please do not change the design of these shoes!
From: Nickos, 3/14
Comments: Best shoe ever. I've been playing for 30+ years and I go through shoes pretty quick (3 months max) so
I've owned a lot of shoes. I have a narrower foot and these shoes fit like a glove, very comfy, stable, great traction, and all that
with above average durability. Highly recommend if you do not have a wide foot.
From: Jon, 3/14
Comments: Took a flier based on the video and glad I did. Best shoe for me, ever! And I've tried them all. Awesome
sole, great traction and maneuverability. Best for narrow feet.
From: Christo, 3/14
Comments: This is the best shoe I have ever worn. I have used the Barricades 2, 3 and 4 and the Asics Gel
Resolution 1-5, and these take the trophy as best all-around shoe. The comfort is fantastic and dissipates even the most jarring
stops or plants, without feeling mushy. Stability and support are exceptional, while still feeling fast and low to the ground. The
width is perfect for a medium to slightly narrow foot, and gives you a great snug fit that really locks your foot in place and gives
you great confidence when moving (I switched over from the Asics GR5, since the sides balloon out on that shoe and there's just
too much room for your foot to slide around). Toebox was medium and shaped in a way that allows your foot to spread naturally
at impact but without excess room. I ordered the same size I've used for both adidas and Asics and they fit perfectly. Very happy I
gave them a try!
From: Anon, 3/14
Comments: I found the perfect replacement for the Nike Courtballistec 4.3 since the new model is $165 and too
expensive for a pair of shoes. But this Lotto Raptor has the perfect comfort and durability, and do not need to be broken in before
use, they come ready to play in, not like the Barricades that need to be broken in before playing. I'm very happy with this shoe,
highly recomended if you want to switch from Nike.
From: Anon, 2/14
Comments: Size 8 width was way too snug. Length was fine. My foot measures 29 cm by 10 cm. I returned them.
From: Tom, 2/14
Comments: Ordered a pair of these after reading the TW reviews. They arrived yesterday and I put them on for a 2
hour doubles session. The shoes had a great look out of the box and I first noticed the different design of the tongue and lace
system. I also noticed the different shape of the sole. The comfort, stability, traction and maneuverability were top notch. These
are simply the best tennis shoes I have ever had on my feet. I will buy another pair of these!
From: Kirk, 2/14
Comments: Love it! A great fit. Really snug all around the foot but it fits comfortably too. Most shoes don't manage
that in my case. I think part of what makes it fit so nicely and for so long (I never have to re-tie the shoes) is the included laces as
well as the lacing system. Look closely at the tongue and notice how it weaves into it through the sides and center twice. It really
secures everything!
From: Anon, 1/14
Comments: Great shoes, much softer and a little bit lighter and faster than Barricades, my legs are less sore after
long matches, no nail problems. I am happy with my switch.
From: Bob, 1/14
Comments: Over the years, I have worn multiple Barricade models, Babolats, Asics, Big Shots and a few others. I
had settled on the Barricade 7s for a while until they changed out to the 8s and I didn't like those. These Lottos are the best
combination of comfort and support that I have tried out of any of the other shoes. Plus they have the additional benefit of being
very light and agile. Right out of the box, they felt great. Wear seems reasonable. About in line with any of the other shoes I've
worn. As long as these are available, I'm sticking with them. I'm very satisfied.
From: Brian, 1/14
Comments: I play tennis 5 days a week, so shoe selection has always been very important. In the past I have mostly
played with Prince, most recently the T-22s. I have also worn Barricades and BigShots. The Lotto Raptor Ultra 4 Speed is the best
shoe I have ever played in. They offer a combination of stability and cushioning unmatched. I wear the same size (9) in the Lotto's
that I wore in the others I mentioned. The Lotto shoes fit a little more snug than the others. Virtually no break in required. Try
these shoes, you will love them!
From: John, 12/13
Comments: I regularly rotate between the adidas Barricade and Asics Gel Resolution series; largely depending upon
fit and sale price. The Lotto Raptors are a nice addition to compare to this mix. As long as they stay below the 'retail price' of the
competition, these are my new shoes! However, if it's equal in price, these won't make the top of my list. Overall, the Raptors are
a quality shoe that is comfortable, durable and stable. All the elements you want in a competition focused tennis shoe. I had to
return and order a second pair in a 1/2 size larger (size 10 instead of 9.5). I found they ran a little small. Keep up the good
quality and price Lotto and you'll find a solid fan base of this shoe!
From: Mike, 11/13
Comments: Wow! These are awesome. The best shoes I've ever worn. Faster than the lightweight adidas models.
More stable that the Barricades. More support than anything from Nike. They fit my foot perfect. The shoe isn't a mid rise but
seems just a little higher than many others. Just right to give great stability but not enough to feel clunky. I wore a 9 1/2 adidas
and these size the same. I'm a medium arch/medium width 5'10 190lb 3.5-4.0 rating, serve and volley John McEnroe wannabe.
Unless you have wide feet or you're being paid to play in something else, these are a shoe you really should try. I can't wait for
them to go on sale so I can grab several more pairs.
From: Jeff, 8/13
Comments: I just got a new pair of Ultra Raptor IVs, my first Lotto shoe in a long long time. After a little bit of
breaking in at home, I have put in the first three hours of court time, synthetic and cement. This shoe rocks! Quick off the edges,
good support and comfortable. Wears true to its size (a novelty for me coming from the Barricades and Breathe Zooms 2k11 and
2k12. And fits a wider foot at the front (like mine). So far, I love them.
From: Stefano, 7/13
Comments: I think this is one of the best tennis shoes ever made. if you are like me, and addidas and nike do not
fit, you must try these. amazing.
From: Bob, 7/13
Comments: The best tennis shoe ever made. It is no wonder that David Ferrer, who covers more court than any
other player on the planet, chooses these shoes as his "tires." Comfort, stability, speed and durability like I've never witnessed. I
have wasted countless of hundreds if not thousands of dollars over the years on shoes that we, as tennis players, have been told
to buy. Barricade? A joke. Nike? Only if I get paid as much as Federer to wear them. I used to think that I was looking for a
tennis shoe (or any shoe for that matter) that I didn't notice I had on my feet. These shoes go beyond that and actually give back
so you notice how they are contributing to your movement and eventually, game. I will never wear anything other than Lotto on
the court. The best shoe I have ever purchased.
From: James, 7/13
Comments: Finally! These shoes are just about perfect in every way, shape, and form. I have all kinds of foot issues,
and these offer great lateral and arch support, are nicely cushioned and supple, but still allow for your feet to feel planted and low
to the ground. They find that perfect middle ground between support, comfort and light feel. I only wish they came in a all black
option. These put the Barricades to shame, and best the Vapor 9s in terms of comfort and durability.
From: Max, 7/13
Comments: Used to wear Lotto previously and loved the fit but went away from them for a few years. Saw that they
had a 6 month warranty and tried them out. There is hard rubber in the area of the arch and at the exact same place on the
of the shoe that is there to hold the shoe together. Well they felt fine when I wore them around the home, but when I started to
them on the court, the area on the outside of my foot suffered with pain due to the hard rubber that they use to keep the shoes in
tact. Don't think I could recommend these shoes.
From: Anon, 6/13
Comments: Been a loyal Asics customer for quite a while and will continue to enjoy the fit, support, and weight
the Gel Resolution and Solution Speed lines. However, this Lotto Raptor is my new favorite shoe because of its supreme support
the unique feel of the foot bed. Gives walking and running an almost effortless feel! Only knock is it runs just slightly high around
the ankle malleoli for me. Probably will soften up with increased wear. Looks bulky but remains true to size with a slight snug feel
consistent with the TW description.
From: Tim, 3/13


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GDB 80: Fit for the Kings
Jason Gregor
April 07 2009 12:05PM
The atmosphere was much different at the morning skate today. Players were smiling, joking around with each other, even Craig MacTavish was in good spirits as he danced around Stortini and Jacques before going in all alone on Deslauriers and giving him the forehand, backhand, forehand deke.
There will be no line up changes for tonight:
21 – 10 – 83 12 – 89 – 19 18 – 13 – 34 27 – 51 – 46
The Colossal Fossil will start in goal, and the D pairings remain status quo.
Today I doubt any of you even care what the lines are, because a win is the only focus for those who still believe in miracles. Make no mistake miracles do happen in sports.
Miracle on ice: USA defeats the USSR and goes on to win Olympic gold in 1980.
Miracle on Manchester: In game three of round one, the LA Kings trailed the high-powered Oilers 5-0 after 40 minutes, but they scored five times in the third before Daryl Evans scored the OT winner and the Kings went on to win the best-of-five series in 1982.
The Miracle Mets of 1969: They won 38 of their final 49 games, before beating Henry Aaron and the Atlanta Braves in the NLCS, and then the Mets faced the powerhouse Baltimore Orioles with Brooks Robinson, Frank Robinson, Jim Palmer and Davey Johnson. The Mets lost game won when their ace Tom Seaver got pounded, but the won four straight to cap off a four month Cinderella-type run.
The difference with the Oilers is that they need help for their miracle to happen.
The Predators host the Blackhawks tonight and the Blues are in the Desert to battle the Coyotes.
The Preds are 2-0 v. the Hawks at home this year, winning 4-1 and 5-3. They went 1-2 in Chicago. The Preds are still without Legwand, Arnott and Erat, and the Hawks have won three in a row.
The Blues are 3-0 v. the Dogs this year winning, 4-3, 3-1 and 2-1. The only good news for Oiler fans is that the 'Yotes are 6-3-1 in their last ten and they are 22-14-3 at home, while the Blues are 16-18-3 on the road.
The other game of interest tonight is the Flames v. the Canucks. If the Flames win they clinch the NW and I'm hearing that if they win, then Curtis McElhinney could start both games this weekend v. the Oilers. McElhinney is 0-6-1 this year with a 3.73 GAA and a .883 SV%.
Some days you need something to make you believe the impossible is possible.
Kings won't roll over
After last night's 4-1 loss to the Flames, Terry Murray ripped his team for 15 minutes in the locker room. Then when he left the players had a player's only meeting for 20 minutes. The message was to show some pride and play for each other.
The Oilers need to win, but it sounds like the Kings won't just hand it to them.
Parting shot
Some days the best part of my job is sitting down and listening to Rod Phillips or Jim Matheson recant some classic stories. RP is one of the most animated storytellers ever. He gets right into it and makes the story all the more enjoyable.
Today RP was telling Stortini and me a story about Barry Melrose. Melrose was playing for the Cincinnati Stingers in the WHA during the 1978/79 season and they were playing the Oilers. Dave Hunter, who was a pretty good pest in his day, had given Melrose a few cheap shots earlier in the game.
Melrose skated by the Oilers and screamed, "Dave you cheap @#$%&*, I'm gonna kick your ass." Well, Dave stood up, but it was Dave Semenko and he hopped the boards.
Melrose back-pedals and with a high-pitched shrill spouts, "Not YOU Dave, not you," and Semenko proceeds to lay a beating on Melrose.
Semenko just said that Melrose didn't specify which Dave he was gonna beat up.
April 07 2009, 07:11PM
Yikes. And here I was thinking it was a downer there is no online feed... *takes another swig* LETS GO OILERS!! It's still early.
April 07 2009, 07:12PM
haha Bob just said "that player has no number". And it turned out to be Wayne Simmonds. HE'S THE ONLY BLACK GUY ON THE ICE!
It was Justin Williams
Absolutely brutal goal let in by Roli... pull him now...
As if it really matters though, Nashville and Minnesota both leading in their games, figures...
@ Phil: Nashville is winning now,? they were just down 2-1
Then again the Oilers were just tied at 0
April 07 2009, 07:15PM
Great start. Season. OVER.
Great start.
There it is, the first point by a guy in his 15th NHL game. so now the charity is done, time to start scoring some goals of our own right boys?
If anybody cares you can watch it for free, however it's poor quality(kinda what the oil are displaying)on Justin.tv.com.
I miss Matt Greene.
April 07 2009, 07:20PM
This game seems like there will be a Matt Greene breakaway goal out of the penalty box.
I'm a sucker and paid for this. ohh well. it was just made up for by them showing Macintyre's amazing Bubbles impression.
@ Rusty Shackleford:
I would be so happy if that happened. Matt Greene is the man.
mmmmmmmmmmmm caffeine.
@ Hoodlum:
Nevermind. Before the game started I checked the score and it said 1-0 NSH.
Anyways, Crystal Leriger (or whatever her name is) is a DIME. Beautiful face.
yay powerplay!
April 07 2009, 07:24PM
@ R-DAWG: I love it. A guy filming the PPV from his TV. I'm waiting to hear someone cough in the background. That being said, glad to see it's online.
Gene and Bucky having a state the obvious contest.
April 07 2009, 07:33PM
Rusty Link it
April 07 2009, 07:34PM
Nm same place as always
April 07 2009, 07:35PM
Who's this "Dave" the fans keep cheering for?
That's what they're saying right? "Daaaaave"?
Ugly, ugly 1 st period for Edmonton so far, all around.
Gotta have a massive 2nd period, we'll know if the team still cares, depending on whether they lay it all on the line or not.
wow, great job Peckham. A+
also, Britney Spears music at a hockey game? Is she at the game?
Wooooo another fight. Go Penner!
April 07 2009, 07:46PM
17 wrote:
also, Britney Spears music at a hockey game? Is she at the game?
According to the 40 thousand facebook status updates I saw this morning she was in Edmonton last night. And fun was had.
Wow, what the hell did Kevin Quinn do to his hair?
Cole with yet another 4 point night back in his red silks as Carolina crushes the Islanders 9-0
found a link to the game go to ustreasm.tv
sorry..that should have read ustream.tv
shyt the link just changed to the St.Louie game! WTF!!!!!
k..found another one at justin.tv/loftaris
I wish this team hit more.
April 07 2009, 08:28PM
Holy... I'd like to see Ian Laperriere try doing the Huggy Bear dance next year.
Man if the oil can win Chi just did them a favor!! go oilers go
April 07 2009, 08:37PM
Yes. NIIICE!
St Louis and Phoenix are still tied 1-1. Calagary- Vancouver no score.
*Cringing because I'm such an idiot to still dream*
I love Edmonton. I love hockey. I love the Oilers.
I want playoff hockey. I'm so depressed.
F*ck me.
April 07 2009, 09:05PM
Phil wrote:
F*ck me
Not even for practice Phil
Horcoff's 1 on 1 skills = non existant.
He's been invisible tonight, as he has been for most of the season.
This game is going to end up 3-1 for LA.
jeanshorts wrote:
17 wrote: also, Britney Spears music at a hockey game? Is she at the game? According to the 40 thousand facebook status updates I saw this morning she was in Edmonton last night. And fun was had.
Funny stuff. You forgot to mention that The Hills was on last night. Thanks again facebox, you have once again contributed to my ever decreasing faith in the human race.
Rexall Reminder:
Boys, your season is on the line right here
Why can't our Captain hit an empty net?
@ R-DAWG: thanks man!
April 07 2009, 09:28PM
I wonder if we'll measure Kopitar's stick.
Where have we saw before? Team a outshoots badly Team b and Team b pulls a win out their you know where!!
man i'm a retard...can't even do a team a team b scenario
April 07 2009, 09:37PM
The saddest part, I don't even have Maciocia to hammer on when football season starts.
Not that, to be honest, I could give a sh*t about CFL football, that is.
Thanks Oilers..... for absolutely nothing - enjoy counting your money all summer.


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Skip to comments.8th Annual TexasCowboy Memorial Shoot ~ Planning Thread
Posted on 10/14/2012 2:59:02 PM PDT by TheMom
Because everyone had such a great time at the last shoot we are anxious for the next one.
The date for the 8th Annual TCMS shoot will be June 8th, 2013 and will be held at Dietz Gun Shop and Shooting Range, in New Braunfels, TX. Providing we get the OK from Mr. Dietz I will call him this week to discuss our coming to the range.
Staying in the Pelican Bay cottages this year was a stroke of genius, so we will again be staying in cottages. The cottage pick for this shoot is the Cypress Creek Cottages, in Wimberley, TX. There are only twelve cottages at this place, and as of this writing 7 of them have been reserved. NOTE: They require full payment at the time the reservations are made. Wimberley also has some very nice hotels in the area in the event all the cottages get rented.
Making it a three & a half day weekend will be the plans for many of us, that way we can enjoy the area and have lots of porch time.
The Friday night dinner & Saturday breakfast places have not yet been decided. There is still plenty of time to figure out those details. Saturday after the shoot lunch will be provided by our own chef ~ cpdiii (Thanks Charlie!). Suggestions for the Saturday night meal are more than welcome.
My thanks to mylife, penelopesire, LuvW, BuckeyeTexan and NYTexan for their help in getting these plans going.
When you use a chair to get around, and without a spouse to assist, extended traveling is an amazing hastle.
That's not it at all! I was just being silly given our history. I thought some humor was appropriate and would express my hope that you will join us. You are absolutely most welcome to attend. I hope you will consider it.
You really don't want to embarrass yourself arm wrestling me.
I don't want to embarrass myself competing with gunner in bows & arrows either, but I'm gonna. What could be more fun than taunting me while I get my butt kicked?
When you use a chair to get around, and without a spouse to assist, extended traveling is an amazing hastle.
Jim and Sheila Robinson attended last year's shoot in wheelchairs. We accommodated their needs without incident. I'm sure we can accommodate yours. You'll find that we're a very friendly bunch and are happy to help a FRiend in need. At TCMS, there are no "ilks" just FRiends.
In fact, Lazamataz needs a bunk mate. Perhaps you & he could share a cottage. Then you'd have someone to assist who was staying with you.
Git yer ass down there for the shoot.
I need a spot to sleep. I got money. :)
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I'm sure Buckeye was just funnin' ya.
Believe it or not, folks with different viewpoints on things
miraculously get along just fine at TCMS, even come out of
the deal with a newfound appreciation for each other.
True story.
Why it's even been noted that the chief Palin cheerleader
gets along just dandy with the chief Palin basher who also
happens to be one of the most contentious buttholes in all of FR.
Seen it with my own eyes.
It'd be great if you could make it.
I see that I had best get busy on this years' logo, as the
amateur freelance attempts have started to crop up already.
I like the black shirt best.
Those two are sweethearts - just cuddly teddy bears if you ask me.
Two more months until the shoot ping!
There is still one cottage available at Cypress Creek Cottages, http://www.cypresscreekcottages.org/, you have until the end of this month to reserve it. You will need to call them to make your reservation, mention TexasCowboy to get the 10% discount.
If you are staying overnight and have not made reservations to stay somewhere, I suggest that you do that quickly. Summer is a very busy time in the Hill Country.
I'm really looking forward to seeing all my FRiends, eating cpdiii's yummy food, and sitting on the deck talking about every thing.
Can't wait to see everyone!
Didn't see a pool table at the cottages anywhere on the recon trip. Guess the boys will have to let me win at bows & arrows or darts this time. Heh.
Besides ... Eaker and gunner voted. Nobody likes me anyway. You'll fit right in! :)
Well, absent billiards.. there's always quarters or beer pong.
Thank You for update. Am still working on one minor problem. Will pray for a solution by early next week. Next year a definite, if unable this year. Well, a definite if the creek don't rise next year.
Is there place to shoot that around the cottages? I have some low power ones I got when I got trained to be a Girl Scout Archery instructor.
I stink at it, but I like it. Teaching the kids, they were more interested in willingness to teach and an understanding of safety. My level is just teach extreme beginners who often don't even know how to hold the bow.
Yep. Right behind the cottages on the creek. I'm bringing my son's compound bow (adjusted for me) and a couple of targets. Bring yours. We'll have us some fun.
I've got a left handed compound bow sitting in the studio gathering dust
which I'll happily give to anyone with a use for it. Got it at an estate sale
and didn't realize it was a lefty until later. I can't use it.
I'm left handed when it comes to writing, but right handed in all other things.
Mixed up ol' mess, you betcha.
I'm right-handed but left-eye dominant. It makes for a weird shooting stance.
My brother is a lefty writer but switches up a lot for most things, shoots right handed mostly.
He was tough at tennis because he had no backhand, just switched hands. He could do this equally for the serve, and throw the ball up high, switch hands while you were watching the ball, then put the ball in a place you swore he could not possible have placed it.
If he was quick, he would switch back while your went after the ball. It took some people 3 or four aced serves before they could figure out what the heck he was doing.
Neither of us were really any good. But the parents bought a house with a tennis court back when we were teenagers. We would set up with a basket full of balls and just practice serving. We never got good at playing but 30 years ago, we could smoke in a serve.
Me too. I never learned how to shoot with both eyes open, I just closed my dominate eye.
I do that sometimes myself, usually with long guns.
Wonder if that place we stayed at is booked? Those were decent and not terribly far from the cottages.
...water pistol duels at 10 paces.
Please bring it! Being left handed myself, I'd like to try it.
It's yours.
I hope you shoot that m@t@7%<&!g left handed mouse of yours with it.
LMAO...drives folks at work crazy too!
It's hard to say if they are booked up already. Every one I talked to said they all book up fast that time of the year.
WooHoo, The Mom, it looks like I'll get to make it this year!
Probably only for the night before the shoot and the day of the shoot, but I'll be there!
Shoot! Late to the show again! LOL
Glad you are able to make it this year. I look forward to seeing you.
Be sure to make your reservations early.
Dang, it went quick!
Anybody know of another place to stay, looks like I can make it again?
Nope, I don't. I haven't even looked since last year.
There may be something around though.
Any help here?
Start here. If nothing is available, I think Hunt, Texas is pretty close. As well as Fredericksburg. I have not look at a map, so check.... but I think there are several towns in that general area within 20 or so miles.
Absolutely can not wait to see everybody!! Gonna be fun to relax after all the crazy wedding whirlwind for our son and his bride. Tired of the cocktail parties and heels already...lol!
Some woman at a party ask me the other night if we had any vacation plans after the wedding and I said why yes,,we are going to a big shoot in the hill country the very next weekend. She said," 'a shoot', What is that?" (Gads....lol.)
I then explained that it was a memorial shoot at a gun range for someone who loved liberty, good times, good friends, and guns. The color drained out of her face and a moment later she mozied off mumbling something under her breath and steered clear of me the rest of the night...lol. Must have been a liberal...lol!
ROTFL. Good to know you're schmoozing with a couple of dainty lady snobs...lol. You should have been packing a sidearm. :)
June is coming fast. I'm about to buy airline tickets to "he's" about to hear my plans after I buy the tickets. I think there's a word for that, but I can't remember it now. Blind side?
Wonder if I could find a designer holster to match my gown for the wedding? Walk down the aisle carrying a sidearm lol!
You still have not said anything to Mr. Onyx? Lol...Lordy! He will be cool with it. He knows how much it means to you. Can't wait to see you!!
LOL! See you there!!
ROTFL. You would be the hit of the wedding walking down the aisle with a holster and gun! I double dog dare you!
You could always say you are uncomfortable surrounded by libs....LOL.
Heck no, I haven't told him....yet, but I will when I do the airline ticket searches this week. I'm buying 'em regardless of whatever he says, because he'll "get over it."
Can't wait to see you, FIRST and then onto the SHOOT to see EVERYONE!
You induced Lib-Tard shock...I love it!
I am looking forward to this awesome adventure, too! Still checking SW for cheap flights to Dallas. They're hard to come by this year!
Good you shocked a Lib! They need a dose of reality occasionally! LOL!
There's a good selection here.
And just to balance ya out, you'll need one of these accessories...
Don't forget Love Field too. It isn't any further out really than DFW. Let me know if you need me to pick you up at either airport. Be glad to!
LOL! That'll work!
Think I will get the beer holster for the shoot. Now I just need a big tube to hang out in on the river and a floating beer chest...lol.
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Ultrasonic welding is used widely in many industries -- including shoe manufacturing and auto making. How well do you know how this method uses sound to do what high temperatures normally do. Test your knowledge now.
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Question 1 of 20
In what decade was ultrasonic welding first introduced?
Ultrasonic welding was first introduced in the 1940s.
Question 2 of 20
What materials are most commonly bonded by ultrasonic welding?
Plastic materials are most commonly and easily bonded together by ultrasonic welding techniques.
Question 3 of 20
What force creates the heat in ultrasonic welding?
The sound waves vibrate the materials. The rubbing makes friction that creates the heat.
Question 4 of 20
Which part of an ultrasonic welder delivers the sound waves?
The horn focuses the ultrasound vibrations and delivers them to the materials to be welded.
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Question 5 of 20
How does ultrasonic welding fuse plastic materials together?
Ultrasonic welding does not yet work with plastics.
The heat generated by friction burns the plastics together.
The heat made by friction melts the plastics together.
You must have a "glue" that gets melted to each plastic by the frictional heat.
None of the above
Question 6 of 20
How does New Balance use ultrasonic welding?
It uses ultrasonic welding to bond materials in shoes soles.
It uses ultrasonic welding to bond and emboss materials.
New Balance uses ultrasonic welding to bond materials with a hot melt film and to emboss materials.
It uses ultrasonic welding to color the shoe soles.
The company doesn't use ultrasonic welding.
Question 7 of 20
Is ultrasonic welding a high- or low-temperature process?
Ultrasonic welding is a high temperature process.
Ultrasonic welding is a low temperature process.
Ultrasonic welding is a low temperature process.
Ultrasonic welding uses both low and high temperatures.
Question 8 of 20
What advantages does ultrasonic welding have over traditional welding?
It's fast.
It's cheap.
It's safe.
All of the above.
Ultrasonic welding is fast, cheap and safe.
Question 9 of 20
What does the booster of an ultrasonic welding apparatus do?
It delivers the sound waves to the materials to be welded.
It amplifies the sound waves.
The booster amplifies the sound waves coming from the transducer.
It creates the sound waves.
It holds the materials together.
Question 10 of 20
The sonotrode is another name for which part of an ultrasonic welding maching?
Another name for the horn is the sonotrode. It focuses and delivers the sound waves to the materials to be welded.
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Question 11 of 20
What is the frequency range of sound waves used in ultrasonic welding?
20 - 40 kHz
Most ultrasonic welding machines use frequencies in the range of 20 - 40 kHz.
5 - 10 kHz
50 - 60 Hz
100 - 1000 Hz
Question 12 of 20
How does ultrasonic welding work with metals?
The heat generated by friction burns away oxides and contaminating materials between the two metals.
The heat made by friction burns away oxides and contaminants from the two metal surfaces. The metals can then bond together.
The heat generated by friction burns the metals together.
You must have a "glue" that gets melted to each metal by the frictional heat.
All of the above.
Question 13 of 20
What auto maker has experimented with using ultrasonic welding to make aluminum chassis?
Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company has explored using ultrasonic welding to make aluminum chassis in cars.
Question 14 of 20
To make electrical connection, which technique is faster?
Ultrasonic welding
Ultrasonic welding is faster than soldering or conventional welding.
Conventional welding
Question 15 of 20
Which technique would you use to bond two steel girders in constructing a building?
ultrasonic welding
conventional welding
Ultrasonic welding can only produce welds of about a millimeter or so. So, it would not be appropriate for steel girders. Conventional welding would be used.
Question 16 of 20
What is the most likely occupational hazard of ultrasonic welding?
damaged hearing
Ultrasonic welding can potentially damage your hearing. So, ear protection is commonly used.
Question 17 of 20
In an ultrasonic welding machine, what does the transducer do?
It provides the energy for the welding.
It changes electrical pulses to sound waves.
The transducer or converter changes the high frequency electricity into high frequency sound (ultrasound).
It amplifies the sound waves.
It dielivers the sound waves to the material to be welded.
Question 18 of 20
What factors affect the ultrasonic welding process?
All of the above
Ultrasonic welding is influenced by the frequency of the sound waves, the pressure used to hold the materials together, and the time of the weld.
Question 19 of 20
What metals are most commonly welded ultrasonically?
steel and tin
gold and silver
titanium and tungsten
copper and aluminum
Copper and aluminum are the most common metals welded utrasonicaly. Copper wiring and aluminum sheets have been used.
Question 20 of 20
Besides automobiles, what things are made using ultrasonic welding?
blister packs
packaging films
all of the above
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He was born on April 4, 1941, in Sandoval to the late Jesse J. and Gertrude (Jones) Moore. He was a welder for Allis-Chalmers, raced stock cars and had his own landscaping business. Thomas was a member of Day Star Chapel Church. On June 16, 1962, he married Hazel Smith and she preceded him in death on Jan. 12, 2013.
He is survived by a daughter: Kimberly and husband Ronald Trusty of Ewing; a son: Thomas Moore of Hammond, Ind.; aunt: Delores Jones; grandchildren: Shannon Dahlman, Tiffany Van Eynde, Heather Kunz, Zachary Vallow, Thomas Moore Jr., Jesse Moore, Jenna Moore and Marissa Moore; great-grandchildren: Russell Dahlman, Robert Dahlman, Emma Dahlman, Hunter Van Eynde and Madelyn Van Eynde.
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The second murder took place in the Fifteenth Police District in Chicago. Though he never worked in the district, Grodsky had visited the area many times. Within the Fifteenth was the Austin Career Education Center, an alternative high school where he had placed many juveniles to demonstrate there was a better life course than delinquency. Many youths dropped out, but for the few who remained, it was life altering. Slats was proud of those graduates.
The house they were responding to was around the corner from the school. Slowly flashing their badges from their unmarked car to the officers manning the roadblock, the two detectives weaved their way through the parked patrol cars on the street. The illumination from the rotating flashing beacons was more reminiscent of the light and sound exchanges from Close Encounters of the Third Kind than of a murder scene.
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Jones turned to his partner and asked, "Since when do we ask the Eighth for help? Don't you guys have the most robberies of all twenty-five Chicago districts so far this year?"
Grodsky, absorbing the crime scene details over the detective's shoulder, simply stated, "No, we're only eighth in robberies. But we're first in burglary and property crime."
Charlie, more insulted than his partner, had to put the officer in his place.
"Officer Grodsky here helped examine the exact same murder four days ago on North Rogers."
Jones's attitude warmed a little. "Heard about that. Sorry, man." He nodded toward the house and motioned them in. "Let me tell you what we know. The woman's name is Patricia. Perp exited the house through the front door and left it open. Matter of fact, it was jammed open, as ifthey wanted someone to see it. Lady across the street thought it was strange for Patricia to have the front door open during a winter storm and tried to call her but got no answer, so she called 911. Her story holds up. Her phone number is the last one on caller ID. Later, when we called in the details, we got a call from the Seventeenth, who said theywere sending a detective. Your station must have picked it up aswell. You got here before they did."
"Actually, the Seventeenth called our captain who then notified me to get my butt over here," Slats corrected as he walked around the body. "Is there another entrance to the house?"
"Yes, but the backdoor is locked, and there are no footprints in the snow leading to it. No forced entry from windows either. Apparently, they entered through the front door. We're checking house to house to see if anyone saw anything. So far, all we have is the corpse."
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