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Bandolino Quadrina Bootie
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Item # 264133
Give your look the detail it deserves with the Bandolino Quadrina. This simple, sleek bootie is detailed with side studs for flawless style every time.
- Leather upper
- Cuff with side studding
- Inside zipper
- 3" covered block heel
- Synthetic sole
- Imported
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By: asmithsgirl
Location: Michigan
November 09, 2013
very cute but not super comfy
"I love the look of these boots but not the most comfortable. I used to have Bandolino booties with a 2 inch heel that were extremely comfortable. These 3 inchers are a bit hard to walk in."
By: MsBlackCat
Location: Bowie, MD
October 22, 2013
Another Hit From Bandolino
"Love! Love! Love! I wore this bootie to work today and for the most part they are very comfortable. There was very little break in period and they fit true to size. I was able to wear a trouser sock and the fit was perfect. I have a wide foot and I am flat footed. I was able to order the medium width, which I find common with many Bandolino shoes."
By: kristinpeterson
Location: Washington
August 14, 2013
fabulous boots
"I love love love these boots. I was able to wear them all day long and the weren't hurting my feet. They are very nice boots and what a value. Thank you !!! DSW another great find."
By: Amazone
Location: Silver Spring, MD
March 27, 2013
Not Comfortable
"I just took off the shoes after trying them for about 3 hours. They are nice although the studs on the sides look like paneling nails. Personally, I did not find the shoes very comfortable. The edge of the boots is thick and rigid. It rubbed the sides of my ankle so badly (and I was wearing socks) that I had to take them off. I am definitely returning the shoes."
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GBX Fuego Boot
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Casual and cool, the Fuego boot from GBX features a super soft suede and leather upper and durable traction sole.
- Leather and suede upper
- 7 eyelet lace-up
- Round moc toe
- Pull tab on heel for easy on/off
- Leather lining
- Cushioned insole
- Molded rubber wraparound midsole
- Textured rubber sole
- Imported
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Nike Revolution 2 Lightweight Running Shoe - Mens
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Experience the comfort and stability of the men's Nike Revolution II running shoe! Built for the neutral to under-pronator who requires extra cushioning and support, this shoe will help you achieve superior results every workout.
- Breathable mesh upper with synthetic overlays for structured support
- Padded collar and tongue
- Breathable fabric lining
- Cushioned insole
- Full-length Phylon midsole for provides lightweight cushioning
- Outsole with deep flex grooves for flexibility and a smooth stride
- Rubber outsole with waffle pattern for traction and deep flex grooves for flexibility
- Wide width available
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19th Century Survey Prints
The 19th century United States Federal Government was interested to enlarge and examine the country's land holdings to the west and the south. It commissioned many exploratory expeditions in order to research information about these lands, and their potential benefits, to the country. The expeditions included the United States and Mexico Boundary Survey, the United States Naval Astronomical Expedition to the Southern Hemisphere, and the United States Pacific Railroad Surveys.
Imagery prepared to describe the narratives and expedition findings included topographical landscapes, scientific specimens, native peoples, and anthropological artifacts encountered and collected. The expeditions were staffed with naturalists whose collected material many times found a home in the collections of the Smithsonian's U.S. National Museum. Read more about the surveys.
"19th Century Survey Prints - Introduction" showing 1 items.
Lithograph of "South End of S. Inez Mountains & S. Buenaventura Valley"
- Description
- This lithograph of "South End of S. Inez Mountains & S. Buenaventura Valley" was originally drawn by A.H. Campbell. It was printed in the first report of volume VII of Reports of Explorations and Surveys, to ascertain the most practicable and economical route for a railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean, "Report of Explorations for Railroad Routes San Francisco Bay to Los Angeles, West of the Coast Range, and from the Pimas Villages on the Gila to the Rio Grande, near the 32nd Parallel of North Latitude, Lieutenant John G. Parke, Corps of Topographical Engineers, Assisted by Albert H. Campbell, Civil Engineer." The volume was printed in 1857 by A.O.P. Nicholson in Washington, D.C.
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- Currently not on view
- date made
- 1857
- printer
- A. Hoen & Co.
- original artist
- Campbell, A. H.
- publisher
- U.S. War Department
- author
- Parke, J. G.
- publisher
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Topographic Command
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- 16332.048
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- 1930.110179
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- National Museum of American History, Kenneth E. Behring Center


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I have a theory about this (yeah, I know... "he has a theory, him and everyone else")... a common Hollow forms when a Plus/Whole degenerates into one because, for whatever reason, he has failed to pass on to Soul Society, or because it was consumed (or "converted") by another Hollow. Any Soul can become a Hollow - the mailman or your grandmother as much as the Desert Fox or the guy who shot down the Red Baron. A Hollow is a soul lacking it's "heart," or rather it's humanity, but it *does* retain, to some extent, it's memories and other characteristics of the person it once was. My "theory", then, is that most Hollows are as weak as they are because they are the corrupted souls of otherwise ordinary, common, or even "petty" people... whereas the Hollows that are capable of "ascending" out of the masses into an Adjuchas or even Vasto Lord are those that, in some way, were truly exceptional or powerfully important or even particularly heroic people... in other words, the Hollow formed out of a "great" soul is a "proto-Menos" (or perhaps a proto-Adjuchas or even proto-Vasto). Whatever Grimmjow was in life defined what he became in death - likewise with the other Espada... which brings us to Ichigo.
Ichigo is unquestionably heroic - his actions have directly and distinctly shaped the course of history both at home (by purifying Hollows that would have otherwise gone on to "truncate" the lives of other living people, including those who would later manifest their own powers and heroism) and in Soul Society (he was one of Aizen's key fall-guys for his conspiracy, then went on and helped to expose Aizen by thwarting Rukia's execution, thus winning the recognition and limited respect of Soul Society). The sustained presence of his spiritual energy in Karakura town alone has directly resulted in the advanced development of spiritual energies and powers in others. If he were to become a Hollow, and everything that I have presumed is true, it would be a prime candidate for eventually emerging as an Adjuchas. The really interesting variable here is that his soul did start "to Hollow" (<- verb) out, as we all know - but the process was thwarted, resulting in a soul that is both Whole and Hollow at the same time, in addition to still being alive and a Shinigami (a seeming paradox in and of itself)! There are some things we could probably say with some certainty about Hollows and Arrancar - but as has been mentioned, it would be a little narrow to talk about what is and isn't possible for Ichigo's Hollow, because Ichigo (and his Hollow) are effected by variables not present in any other character yet introduced (I mean the specific combination of variables - namely, being alive, a Shinigami, and a Hollow simultaneously - the Vizard are obviously both Shinigami and Hollows).
...All of that aside: one of the Vizard (Kensei?) distinctly recognized the attack as Cero. You would think he'd know, right?


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Spread a little holiday cheer by hanging your child's handmade ornaments high on the tree this year!
Watch Dora Every Day on Nick Jr.
Help your child paint eight craft sticks-- six green and two brown. Allow time for the craft sticks to dry.
Print out the Dora & Diego template and cut out the individual pieces.
Glue three of the craft sticks together into a triangle. Flip over the triangle and glue one brown craft stick down the center of the triangle--about a half inch should protude from the base of the triangle.

 Glue a piece of string or ribbon to the back of the brown craft stick in a loop (this will be used for hanging).

 Flip the craft sticks over to reveal a tree with a stump.

 Repeat these steps with the remaining craft sticks.
Once the tree crafts are dry, paste the Dora and Diego templates to the brown craft sticks then encourage your child to be creative while decorating the trees using ribbons, pipe cleaners, and sequins. We created a star and bows out of pipe cleaners!
Once the ornaments are dry, you can hang it on your tree for all to see and admire!
Your preschooler will love prowling around the house in toasty Baby Jaguar slippers!
Pulls make it easier for little hands to zip up jackets before zipping out
When the weather outside is frightful, a Diego scarf is delightful!
The perfect winter craft for little animal rescuers
Make tropical music with the sounds of the rain forest
Now your kids can become official animal rescuers--just like Diego!
Decorate with some egg-cellent Diego decor
Plant the seeds of future growth with this easy Diego craft
This clever costume comes to the rescue at any kind of party
Diego's leaving the party---with you!
The potty training reward that really works!
Sunny days become just a little bit cooler
Mark the page with Diego's nifty bookmarks!
Rescue an old T-shirt and recycle it into a comfy Diego pro-green snuggle pillow
Making this July 4th paddle is a breeze!
Diego says safety first!
Make your own African music with this homemade craft!
Feed the birds--with Diego
Go wild with these decals!
A picture-perfect present for you and your little bunny!
Kids can hop on over to the Christmas tree to hang this charming decoration!
Rabbits are brave and he�s no exception! Add Benjamin to your x-mas collection.
Spread holiday cheer with these "sweet" messages.
Peter has a new gift for you to see. It's round, and blue, and hangs on a tree.
Everyone wins when you make your own spinning tops!
This print-and-fold craft is an umirrific way to make your tree look spectacular!
Extend-o the holiday cheer with this special craft for UmiFriends
Welcome guests during the holidays--or any day--with this easy-to-make decoration.
Create a SUPER shaped ornament to hang on your tree this year
Make VROOM, VROOM on your tree this year for UmiCar!
This paper gingerbread house is all bark and no bite!
Milli spins her pattern powers into a string of dreidels this holiday season
Santa's little helpers can make a sweet sled for Dora and Swiper!
Your preschooler can give a special holiday treat to everyone on her list!
Kids can turn recyclables into beautiful Dora decorations!
Make a festive tree that won't wilt or wither!
Wish everyone a WONDERful holiday with this tree topper!
Here's a simple and stylish Kwanzaa craft kids can fashion!
Let sweet holiday wishes bloom with these simple, customized cookie boxes.
Turn your table into a winter wonderland with this seasonal centerpiece!
The perfect winter craft for little animal rescuers
'Tis the season--to add Olivia to the mantel!
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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Has the feud between Clint Bowyer and Jeff Gordon been defused?
Perhaps only rap and R&B mogul Sean "P. Diddy" Combs knows for sure.
NO DETENTE: Bowyer on cold war with Gordon: 'I ain't resolving it'
There were reports floating on Twitter and the Internet during the offseason that the Sprint Cup drivers might have made amends at a New Year's Eve party aboard Combs' $72 million yacht that drew a large NASCAR contingent. Bowyer tweeted a photo of himself with former Richard Childress Racing teammate Kevin Harvick aboard the yacht, and Gordon's wife, Ingrid Vandebosch, tweeted thanks to Combs for an invitation to the party in St. Bart's.
PHOTOS: 2013 Daytona testing, Day 1
"I was on the damndest boat you've ever seen in your life," Bowyer said Thursday during the opening session of Preseason Thunder at Daytona International Speedway. "We don't have big boats in Kansas. I think (Gordon) was on that same boat. There was a lot of other people on there. It was a big time being had. I'm pretty sure he was on there. It was pretty late. Let's put it that way."
So did he put aside the lingering animosity from the Nov. 11 race at Phoenix International Raceway, where Gordon wrecked him intentionally?
"Yeah, we held hands and walked on the boat, discussed the past year and enjoyed ourselves throughout the whole vacation," Bowyer said sarcastically. "That was the one person that I definitely wanted to vacation with. Yes. I could not wait to get there for that very reason. Is that what you wanted me to say?"
Gordon playfully returned fire after Thursday's practice.
"He was on a yacht? I don't see Bowyer being on a yacht," the four-time champion said. "The question is how he got on the yacht. That needs to be the real question."
Gordon received an invite because his family has been vacationing on St. Bart's for several years during the offseason holidays. He and his wife attended several parties before winding up at a bash he called "the party of the year. It was an amazing event that P. Diddy had."
The Hendrick Motorsports driver wasn't entirely surprised then to run into Bowyer and Harvick because he knew they had chartered a boat belonging to team owner Rick Hendrick.
"We were hanging out and on walks Bowyer and Harvick," Gordon said. "It was a great New Year's. I enjoyed myself very much."
So did he clear the air with Bowyer?
"We talked," Gordon said with a coy smile. "I had a great New Year's."
Bowyer, who finished runner-up to Gordon in the season finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway and to Brad Keselowski for the Cup title, has been reticent to elaborate on the incident in multiple interview sessions since Phoenix. Gordon said it's been "pretty awkward … he won't even look at me" when asked about it during Champion's Week in Las Vegas in late November.
In Las Vegas, Bowyer said "it probably ain't going to get resolved this year," and he grew a tad agitated ("Already? This is 2013.") when two questions in the first five minutes of his first interview of the year focused on if there's been any progress.
"Who cares?" he asked. "Really, who cares? Apparently, you guys do way more than we do."
Bowyer was asked if he planned to let the situation with Gordon linger without giving a definitive answer.
"Yes," he said, smiling. "If it bothers you, yes."
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NY Observer Letter-Writer's Innovative Ideas About Print, Horses, Jared Kushner, And The Jews
Every publication enjoys the "pleasure" of hearing from their readerships often, but especially from crazies, who love to write in. Today, someone's helpful ideas for the beleaguered, layoff-happy New York Observer, involving Jews, horses, and the "Heroic Destiny Squad."
When Jared Kushner isn't busy firing some of the city's best reporters, insulting the remains of his staff, or taking the "sloppy seconds" approach to venture capitalism, he might be too busy to seek help in one of the New York Observer's more neglected blind spots: Equine Relations.
Lo and behold, then, the Heroic Destiny Squad, who thinks they (or he) can be part of a symbiotic relationship with the Observer regarding the salvation of the horses who escort tourists through Central Park on buggy rides. And also, because Kushner's a Jew, he already works for this dude. Your front-running nominee for Totally Batshit Correspondence of the Year, we present: the New York Observer's Crazy Horse Guy.
From: Justin Massler
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 07:45:11 -0400
Subject: Important Message for All New York Observer Reporters
Good day reporters of The New York Observer, would anyone like to help save horses on this fine summer day?
I will explain the situation I am writing in regards to.
As some of you may know, many horses are currently imprisoned as slaves being forced to pull carriages in Central Park for the amusement of tourists.
My name is Justin Massler and recently I was appointed by Angels to be the King of the Jews in the tradition of previous Kings such as Moses, David, Solomon, and Jesus.
I have been ordered by the God of the Jews to free the horses who are enslaved as carriage pullers in Central Park for the purposes of restoring freedom to the lands, much like how Moses himself had to free the Jews from their enslavement in Egypt so many years ago.
I have decided to commandeer The New York Observer for this purpose which I can do since it's owned by Jared Kushner who is a Jew and therefore one of my subjects which makes his properties subject to emergency commandeering if it is deemed necessary for Divine Purposes.
Anyways, does anyone want to help with this cool elite mission of animal rights heroism? We can use The Observer to launch a propaganda campaign to ban horse carriages and influence public opinion against this unjust practice.
I am therefore recruiting reporters from this paper to take part in this noble cause.
The website of my hero team is http://www.heroicdestinysquad.com/ so you can see that I'm legitimate and not just making this stuff up.
Hopefully someone will respond to this in a positive manner and I won't just be ignored by every single person like has happened to me before in the past which is a depressing thing to have happen, but I suppose such are the trials heroes such as myself must endure in our quest for justice at any cost.
Justin Massler
President of Heroic Destiny Squad
Also, does anyone know Jared Kushner's phone number or personal e-mail address? Or better yet, does anyone know where he hangs out?
I figure since he's the owner of The Observer I can commandeer it more quickly if I just get Kushner to agree to this plot himself.
I tried sending him a message before but I think he's trying to avoid me even though I'm his King which is like how sometimes kids try to hide from their parents. Is it true he lives at 21 Astor Place above the Starbucks? If so I can just try to find him at his house and talk some sense into him.
If anyone can give me any info on where this guy can be found it would be much appreciated.
He is legitimate and not making this stuff up. Moses sent him! Or something.
He is also scary and possibly insane, and this is the kind of stuff we get routinely, too! Good to know all publications of all stripes can still find common ground in the batshit people who take time to write them this kind of stuff.


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By PATSY STODDARDEditor
If you saw all of the tents and camps recently at the Huntington Lake State Park, you may have wondered if someone had lost track of time and thought it was spring. But, the scouts who met at the lake for their annual Klondike winter camp thought the weather cooperated just fine. What's a winter camp without some falling snow and freezing temperatures.
The Buckhorn District scouts gathered to test their endurance at the annual event. They cooked traditional scout food and participated in scouting events which help fulfill requirements for needed badges along with activities just for fun.
They set-up their camps on Friday and spent the night and awoke to freshly falling snow on Saturday. This didn't deter the scouters who carried on with their games. The scouts moved by troop from station to station where they participated in ice bowling and scout leader bowling where the scout leaders were used as the ball. They played a ring toss game, practiced transporting victims in blankets, listened to a presentation on winter safety by Joe Patterson and participated in sled races. They also threw logs to test their strength.


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Softly illuminate your home with this elegant Waterford lamp. It features a wonderful metal base, a gorgeous crystal body and a white hardback shade. By day, Waterford captures the glints of sunlight and enhances the delicate streams of an afternoon's twilight; in the evening, it illuminates with a luxuriant shimmer, its glowing elegance a joyful stage for the most inviting rooms.
Waterford Crystal offers beautiful bud vases, arrangement vases, glass vases and flower vases - in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and colors and styles to suit any home decor or gift giving need. Whether you're looking for a wedding vase, a tall vase for your home or a decorative vase to give as a gift, Waterford Crystal vases offer elegant designs you will cherish forever.
Additional Information:
Overall height is 15.6". Shade Diameter: 10" (bottom) (4" top); Shade Height: 8" Base Diameter: 3.25" ; Base Height: 10.6"; Weight: 1.2 lbs. Uses 60 watt max bulb. Push button switch. Made in United States.
Care Instructions:
The crystal on a Waterford Lighting product should be cleaned regularly with a soft damp cloth. Gently wipe the dust off the crystal, take care not to dampen any of the metal fittings. The metal has been carefully finished and only requires a light dusting with a soft dry cloth. No polish or cleaner should be used on any metal part. With such care, your Waterford Lamp or fixture will illuminate as intended, providing the sparkle, shimmer and radiant characteristic of all crystal by Waterford. Ensure that electrical supply is isolated before cleaning.
A good lighting scheme is arguably the most important aspect of decorating and the most powerful way to define a room's ambiance. Choosing the right types of lighting requires knowing a little something about the different purposes lighting can serve, the types of lamps and shades available, what some technical terms mean, and how to tailor a lighting scheme to your specific room and needs.
Table lamps are perhaps the most common type of lamp used today. They generally range in height from 25" to 32", and they often serve double roles as task lighting and accent lighting. Because of this, most people choose to use medium-watt, soft-light bulbs in their table lamps. When choosing a table lamp, the shade needs to be in proportion to the lamp's base, as well as with the surrounding furniture. The shade should be at eye level when you're seated, and the bulb should not be visible. Generally speaking, shorter lamps should be placed on taller tables, and taller lamps should be placed on shorter tables. This will help keep everything in room balanced and at eye level.
Types of lighting: Lighting falls into three categories: ambient, task and accent lighting. Well-lit rooms feature a combination of the three, allowing you to be comfortable without squinting or straining your eyes. The number and types of fixtures will vary with your room sizes, décor and personal preferences.
You have the perfect lamp and you've carefully chosen a shade for it, but what kind of light bulb should you choose? You may not think much about light bulbs, but the kind you choose has the greatest impact on the overall effect and effectiveness of your lamp. Many people make the mistake of buying a light bulb more powerful than they need for a particular lamp. This unfortunately can make a lamp so intense or distracting that it is rarely used. The simple solution to this problem is to use a smaller bulb. Most table and accent lamps require no more than a 60-watt bulb, even if they are rated for something much higher. While it's very important to never exceed the recommended bulb wattage for a lamp, there is nothing wrong with using a less-powerful bulb.
Aside from wattage, there are other factors to consider when choosing a light bulb. Light bulbs come in four basic types: incandescent, fluorescent, compact fluorescent and halogen.


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I am still ttc but I am looking for a good birthing center here in AZ. I live in goodyear. I've done some googling and it looks like there aren't any birthing centers in the west valley so I am willing to drive to get where I want to be.
I haven't visited either yet, but I think I have narrowed my search down to Blossom and Baby Moon Inn. Has anyone here given birth at either? Or had experience with either?
Any other comments about other birthing centers in the area are more than welcome. I am open to all options!


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We thought this was awesome enough to merit its own blog post. When we arrived at the Derelicte Showroom to see NEUW Denim's fall/winter 2012 line, we were greeted with the coolest thing ever: a Denim Therapy cupcake! We guess we can say we've "officially made it", now that a cupcake has been dedicated to us! Okay, maybe not—but anyway, it was delicious. ;}
Special thanks to NEUW Denim & Jessie Cohen!
—DT Staff
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1. Audition Ipecac
2. Half Cocked Concepts
3. De La Souls feat. Greg Attonito
4. Stand Up (Let's Get Murdered)
5. Bush-League Psych-Out Stuff feat. Slug
6. Paul Kersey to Jack Kimball
7. Safety In Speed (Heavy Metal) feat. Craig Finn
8. The Kill In Me feat. Maggie
9. Yeah Right (Science, Science)
10. Audition M.D.
11. P.O.S Is Ruining My Life
12. Living Slightly Larger feat. Mictlan
13. Suicide Uma
14. Bleeding Hearts Club feat. Slug
15. Teddy Bear and a Tazor
16. Audition Mantra
After smashing onto the scene in 2004 with his debut album Ipecac Neat, P.O.S. feels Audition is his first real step. A first step after years of preparation, to say more with less and present smarter songs while blending redefined styles. With a unique host of guest appearances, innovative production and clever song writing the results are nothing short of amazing. Audition is still undoubtedly Hip Hop but overall more honest and personal than previous efforts, not to mention it's punker, louder and more abrasive.


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Did You Know? Countdown to Passover (04/14)
Did You Know?
Facts, Figures & Folklore about
the Jewish Holiday of Passover
April 14 : 04 days till 1st night Passover
Did you know that the centerpiece of the Passover Seder is the Seder plate?
This special plate contains five symbolic foods, which remind participants of the bitterness of slavery and the exaltation of exile.
Haroset (Charoset) is a mixture of walnuts, apple, cinnamon and red wine that symbolizes the mortar used by Jewish slaves who laid Pharaoh's bricks.
Beitzah or egg is a symbol of rebirth.
Zroa is the shank bone, which represents the sacrificial lamb offering.
Karpas is a symbol of spring, usually represented by celery or parsley; the karpas is dipped in salt water to symbolize the tears of the Jewish slaves.
Maror or bitter herbs, most typically grated horseradish, represents the bitterness of slavery.
Spring has arrived and with it comes the eight-day Jewish holiday of freedom. It's time to clean out your chametz, open up a box of matzah and set up for your seder. So join us for our Did You Know? countdown to Passover, which begins at sundown on Monday April 18, 2011.
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I think Gords makes an important point: that there's a fine line between valuing the purity of "naked" open-water swimming, and self-righteousness. The latter alienates people, pushing them away when we should be welcoming them and trying to build our sport.
To be clear:
- This discussion is primarily about marathon swims – which I'll define as swims long enough to require a support craft. In practice, this usually means swims longer than 10K. Swimmers who attempt such swims are – or should be – sufficiently skilled and experienced that drowning-prevention is not a valid excuse for using a wetsuit. (Hypothermia is a separate issue.)
- I have no problem with newcomers to open-water swimming utilizing wetsuit technology to ensure safety, to enhance comfort, and to develop confidence. I believe wetsuits encourage more people to try open-water swimming than would otherwise, and that this is positive.
- I have no problem with wetsuits in triathlon. I'm not a triathlete myself, but they're certainly free to run their sport however they wish.
- I have no problem with swimmers of any ability using wetsuits in training swims, or leisure swims, to help them swim for longer in cold water than they would otherwise, or to extend the training season. I've done this myself – specifically, last December in Santa Barbara, with my friend Rob D. My cold-water acclimation has since improved, so I'd probably make a different decision now.
- I have no problem with people using wetsuits in races in which wetsuits are specifically allowed (even encouraged) – such as many open-water races in the UK (including the Dart 10K, recently swum by my friend IronMike), and most open-water races in the US organized by triathletes. Again, I've occasionally worn a wetsuit myself in such races – including the Nite Moves swims in Santa Barbara. It's annoying to lose to people just because they're wearing a wetsuit and you're not.
- However, as I've said before, I believe the above policy creates an unfortunate arms-race dynamic, such that people who'd prefer not to wear wetsuits are incentivized to wear them in order to compete.
- I also understand there are parts of the world (max water temp < 15C/59F) where significant "skin" participation is simply unrealistic. Frankly, though, if they can do it in Alaska, they can do it just about anywhere.
- I have no problem with open-water races that offer separate divisions for wetsuits and "skins" – e.g., USMS-sanctioned events. In fact I think they're great – they encourage participation by offering a wetsuit option, while avoiding an arms race.
What many marathon swimmers, including myself, have a problem with is people who specifically market themselves to the media as marathon "swimmers," who claim to set records or pioneer new swims – yet who use artificial aids (such as wetsuits) during their swims.
In Scott's words, it's "wrong, wrong, wrong!"


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Clarks Scheme Pump
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The Clarks Scheme from the Clarks Bendables collection takes you from office to dinner in one easy step. This a supremely comfortable choice for your busy days on the go.
- Leather and micro suede upper
- Cushioned footbed
- ½" platform, 2½" stacked heel
- Synthetic sole
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So Where In Africa Will My DNA Take Me?
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I'll be waiting and sweating with you.ReplyDelete
That is my birthday so Good luck and Good news:)ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks Bigbee60, and early Happy Birthday to you!Delete
I had a test done with Family tree. They weren't all that specific. Didn't you test some where else awhile ago?ReplyDeleteReplies
Hi Kristin! I have had other DNA tests done but they were Admixture tests. First through African Ancestry and then most recently through Ancestry.com. This was my first Mitochondrial DNA test.Delete
This is great news! I did the mtDNA last year with Family Tree DNA and the results came back a little late due to the number of test that hit them last year. But it was worth the wait for I was at least able to pinpoint the origin of of the females in my family tree. That reminds me, I need to order a kit for my brother the next they run a sale!ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks Liv! I know I can't wait until they run another sale too, because there is another kit I would like to order and then that will be it for me for a little while.Delete


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Anyone who's in the process of developing business knows how difficult it's become to get people to return phone calls. Frankly, that's because most voice mail messages aren't compelling. A business owner might receive 20+ voice mail messages in one day, 15 of those are likely from solicitors. If your message doesn't make them believe there's value in speaking with you, don't expect a return call.
Here are five tips to set yourself apart from the competition, quickly cut to the chase and increase the likelihood of your call being returned. String the examples below together to create your conversational message, then practice, practice, practice so you sound approachable, yet sophisticated.
Be personable, immediately.
State his first name, your full name and say your phone number twice. Example: "Joe, I'm sorry to have missed you! This is Sharon Day, 293-6633, 293-6633". So far I sound like a neighbor. Leaving your phone number upfront is important because he may not have the time to listen to the entire message. Allow him to quickly get your name and number and move on if that's his wish. NOTE: if you've been referred to Joe, change the message to: "Joe, Sherry Jones suggested that I call you, I'm so sorry to have missed you! This is….."
Do not state the name of your company
unless your company name is sure to impress him. (Sorry, most times it doesn't.) You may disagree, but rather than say for whom you work,
explain types of problems you typically solve
. Make a list of several and choose which you'll use. Note which examples you left on the message in case neither resonates and you want to use others in a future message. Example: "We've helped other sales teams increase revenues between 3 hundred thousand and 2 million dollars in one year."
Appeal to him both emotionally and intellectually.
This is critically important! Emotions drive purchase decisions. The first step to his making a future purchase from you is to get him to respond. Make your reason for calling pique his interest. Example: "The reason for my call is to discuss whether you're 100% satisfied with your team's performance and how they're setting up 2013 for you."
Set up your expectation and next step.Do not ask him to return your call. Thank him for his time.
Say what?!?!? I thought the purpose of leaving a message was to get them to return the call! And, that's correct. If the message is compelling, they'll call you without being asked to. Be clear and concise about what you feel is the likely outcome and what you'll do next. Example: "You'll probably tell me that you're not struggling at all, but I'll try to reach you again Thursday morning between 9 and 11am. Thanks for your time."
Watch your tone and body language. Wait a second, you might say, he can't see me!
True, but your anxiety, frustration and emotions all come through loud and clear in the tone of your voice, your choice of words and inflection. Choose a physical position that allows you to feel energetic yet relaxed; mine is standing and walking about, moving my hands while I talk, so I use a wireless device and headset.
The outcome of leaving the above message: They know my name and phone number, have heard my voice, have an idea of what I do and how I've helped others, appreciate that I understand they likely have no need for my services, and really appreciate that I value their time and haven't added another item to their 'to do' list. And, that's all from one voice mail message!
Final note: When you phone back and get the gatekeeper, you can say, "yes, he's expecting my call", because he is! You stated specifically when you'd be calling in your first message. Ahhh, this is a warm call!
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A commitment to our veterans
Don C. Brunell
President Association of Washington Business
In the midst of seemingly endless partisan arguments in our nation's capital about how to reduce unemployment, Wal-Mart, America's largest retailer, announced its own plan to deal with the problem.
William S. Simon, president and chief executive officer of Wal-Mart U.S., announced that beginning on Memorial Day, the company will hire any recent veteran who wants a job. Any veteran honorably discharged within the last 12 months is welcome to apply.
Company officials estimate that 100,000 of the company's 1.4 million U.S. employees are veterans and project that the five-year program will double that number.
"We believe Wal-Mart is already the largest private employer of veterans in the country, and we want to hire more," said Simon in a Jan. 15 announcement. "I can think of no better group to lead in revitalizing our economy than those who have served in uniform. Through their service, veterans give us a land of freedom. When they return, it must be to a land of possibility."
Simon stressed that hiring veterans will pay major dividends for employers. 'Hiring a veteran can be one of the best decisions any of us can make. These are leaders with discipline, training and a passion for service.'
The unemployment rate for veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars is about 10 percent, compared to 7.9 percent for nonveterans.
First lady Michelle Obama called Wal-Mart's announcement "historic."
"Wal-Mart is setting a groundbreaking example for the private sector to follow," noted Obama.
"As our wars come to an end and our troops continue to come home, it's more important than ever that all of us - not just government, but our businesses and nonprofits as well - do our part to serve those who have served us so bravely. "
The first lady is spearheading the administration's effort to encourage private employers to hire veterans. The program, Joining Forces, works to connect service members, veterans and military spouses with the resources they need to find jobs.
As evidenced by the Joining Forces program, assistance efforts are increasingly recognizing the sacrifices made by military families. Many of the service members in today's volunteer military are married with young children. Their spouses and children subsist on low military pay and often bear the brunt of the impact when returning service members can't find a civilian job.
Our state plays a major role in veterans' assistance efforts. Washington is one of 22 states with favorable state laws or policies for military spouses, and as chair of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., is on the front lines of veterans issues. Her perspective is shaped by her personal experience as the daughter of a disabled World War II veteran and what she saw as a college intern in a Seattle Veterans Administration psychiatric ward.
In 2010, Murray sponsored the Veterans Employment Assistance Act, a series of proposals to improve training, skills transition, education and small business assistance programs for veterans. In 2012, she co-sponsored the Veterans Jobs Corps Act, designed to increase training and hiring opportunities for veterans as police officers, fire fighters and other first responders.
The support for America's veterans is in stark contrast to the treatment of Vietnam veterans who were ridiculed and spat on by protesters. Today, most people set aside their differences on U.S. military policy and support the veterans who serve on our behalf.
Helping our unemployed veterans is an example of how government and the private sector can work together on a major problem.
Hopefully, we can use this successful public-private partnership as a blueprint for tackling the rest of our nation's challenges.
About the Author: Don Brunell is the president of the Association of Washington Business. Formed in 1904, the Association of Washington Business is Washington's oldest and largest statewide business association. While its membership includes major employers like Boeing, Microsoft and Weyerhaeuser, 90 percent of AWB members employ fewer than 100 people. More than half of AWB's members employ fewer than 10. For more about AWB, visit www.awb.org.
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What is the best way to get to Mackinac Island?
There are two ways to get to Mackinac Island - by air or by water. Our Getting to Mackinac Island page will give you all the info!
How does the Ferry Service to the Island work?
We recommend Shepler's, but you may choose any of the ferry lines. Before you cross the water to the island, you will be asked which hotel you are staying at while on the island. Your luggage will be tagged and transferred directly to Mission Point. Upon check in, you will present your luggage tags to the front desk. This will insure that your luggage gets to the correct room.
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A hotel shuttle operated by Carriage Tours runs on a set schedule for guests once they arrive on the island. In addition, you are free to explore downtown and take a taxi at your leisure from wherever you may be. The short 10 minute walk from Shepler's ferry dock to Mission Point Resort is a real treat because you will pass by the Fort, marina, and beautiful residential areas. You will get a feel for life on Mackinac Island.
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Skip to comments.Peacefully grant the State of Texas to withdraw from the United States of America and create its own
Posted on 11/10/2012 1:46:11 PM PST by mom of young patriots
Here is how the document reads-
The US continues to suffer economic difficulties stemming from the federal government's neglect to reform domestic and foreign spending. The citizens of the US suffer from blatant abuses of their rights such as the NDAA, the TSA, etc. Given that the state of Texas maintains a balanced budget and is the 15th largest economy in the world, it is practically feasible for Texas to withdraw from the union, and to do so would protect it's citizens' standard of living and re-secure their rights and liberties in accordance with the original ideas and beliefs of our founding fathers which are no longer being reflected by the federal government.
LOL.... this is the second state to do this. I would love for this to spread across the entire country.
Texas? Or some Texans?
It's part of their agreement to become part of the union!I don't blame them one LITTLE BIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm movin' to Texas!!!
Nice idea, but they need to do a grammar check.
Temporarily reviving the TTC PING list for this article.
Sure wish the goofball that wrote this would've cleaned up the grammar. Kinda embarrassing.
First Louisiana,now Teaxa. I don't blame them one bit!Who would REALLY want to be a part of Obongo's America?????????????????
And what's up with "practically feasible".
Nowhere near as eloquent as...
"When in the Course of human events..."
"when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government..."
"The history of the present President of the United States is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations, all having in direct object the establishment of an absolute Tyranny over these States."
But it'll have to do.
Another with some 167 comments if anyone is interested in them
Was this submitted by the Texas Legislature or just some group?
So far it's been signed by 393 people, which - even if all are actually from Texas - is still a bit short of a majority of Texas' roughly 25,750,000 citizens.
This isn't "Texas" - it's a bunch of self-important clowns who imagine that that they speak on behalf of the actual Texas.
LOL! I think the Louisiana petition had more than this one.
All my exes live in Texas, that's why I hang my hat in Tennessee.
"Petition the Whitehouse" Bah - Do it in your State House. Tell 'em good bye.
Texas can do it.
If Texas were to actually secede I would be very tempted to move there.
The Louisiana citizens' petition to withdraw
Texas...blah, blah, blah...Texas...blah, blah, blah.
If it were on statehouse letterhead with Governor Perry's signature, I'd be on the phone to U-Haul.
We could use a United Free States of America and let Zer0 have his and his followers' 0bamanation.
No sh!t?
Sounds good to me, we can watch the leftists and welfarists get U-Hauls an leave
IF, Texas were to secede, there'd be a couple million of us armed, who'd go there to support them.
The La petition, is a BHO production. You report yourself directly to his blackstappo when you sign.
Of course Texas will never be granted secession, but if they are pack my bags Ethel we are moving.
Where in the Constitution does it say a state has to ask permission?
IOW "Don't Mess with Texas!"
Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana would make a good group. Just look at the natural resources involved.
to do so would protect it's citizens'
"it's" is a contraction for "it is." Your sentence as written makes no sense. The word you're looking for is "its" -- no apostrophe. And the construction of the sentences isn't much better.
It's a great sentiment, and one with which I heartily agree. But get a pro to write it for you before you present it and make a fool of yourself.
Supremacy clause.
Texas is little different culturally from California.
Gay and LA raza mayors and Austin is to the left of LA.
I like to dream too.
I dream that the US is still filled with self reliant, God fearing people.
One'd would have to 'purify' the college towns first.
Maybe so, but for a change, let's let our 'extremists' rant like the Left does instead of hurrying to smack them down.
Anything which pulls the "center" back to the right a little is fine by me.
Do you think the ghetto slugs and arab ragheads in the White House know or care anything about English grammar?
It has only been up since yesterday, Jeff. Don't you suppose people will have to find it before they can sign it, sheesh.
I encourage you to also read this earlier post http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/chat/2957815/posts?q=1&;page=1#1 on FR cause there are some mighty well written comments on it.
So speaks wideawake from New Jersey.
The kiddies in the coastal cesspool "gimme" constituency that keeps electing these Democrat Santas and subjecting the rest of us red states to their slouch to Gomorrah need the resources of the "producer" states to keep their lifestyles afloat. That's why Obama needs the military and his own civilian military brownshirts to keep us redneck bitter clingers in line.
LOL, someone should write a song about that. Oh, maybe some one already did.
Some Texans. Until it comes from the TX Legislature, it's nothing.
Here in Michigan we could make a go of it, we do have a lot of, ahem, people of color. If we could get those folks to move to , say, Chicago, we could make it work!!!
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Holy Ghost
The third member of the Godhead (1 Jn. 5:7; D&C 20:28). He is a personage of Spirit, not having a body of flesh and bones (D&C 130:22). The Holy Ghost is often referred to as the Spirit, or the Spirit of God.
The Holy Ghost performs several vital roles in the plan of salvation. (1) He bears witness of the Father and the Son (1 Cor. 12:3; 3 Ne. 28:11; Ether 12:41). (2) He reveals the truth of all things (John 14:26; 16:13; Moro. 10:5; D&C 39:6). (3) He sanctifies those who have repented and become baptized (John 3:5; 3 Ne. 27:20; Moses 6:64–68). (4) He is the Holy Spirit of Promise (D&C 76:50–53; 132:7, 18–19, 26).
The power of the Holy Ghost can come upon a person before baptism and witness that the gospel is true. But the right to have the constant companionship of the Holy Ghost, whenever one is worthy, is a gift that can be received only by the laying on of hands by a Melchizedek Priesthood holder after authorized baptism into the true Church of Jesus Christ.
Jesus taught that all sins could be forgiven except blasphemy against the Holy Ghost (Matt. 12:31–32; Mark 3:28–29; Luke 12:10; Heb. 6:4–8; D&C 76:34–35).
- The Spirit causes men to walk in God's statutes:Ezek. 36:27;
- The Apostles were commissioned to baptize in the name of the Father, Son, and the Holy Ghost:Matt. 28:19;
- The Holy Ghost shall teach you all things:John 14:26;
- Holy men spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost:2 Pet. 1:21;
- Nephi was led by the Spirit:1 Ne. 4:6;
- The mysteries of God shall be unfolded unto them by the power of the Holy Ghost:1 Ne. 10:17–19;
- The Holy Ghost shows all things that you should do:2 Ne. 32:5;
- By the power of the Holy Ghost ye may know the truth of all things:Moro. 10:5;
- The Holy Ghost will tell you in your mind and in your heart:D&C 8:2;
- The Spirit leadeth to do good:D&C 11:12;
- The Holy Ghost knoweth all things:D&C 35:19;
- The Holy Ghost teaches the peaceable things of the kingdom:D&C 36:2; ( D&C 39:6; )
- If ye receive not the Spirit, ye shall not teach:D&C 42:14;
- The Holy Ghost beareth record of the Father and the Son:D&C 42:17; ( 1 Cor. 12:3; 3 Ne. 11:32, 35–36; )
- To some it is given by the Holy Ghost to know that Jesus Christ is the Son of God:D&C 46:13;
- Whatsoever they shall speak when moved upon by the Holy Ghost shall be scripture:D&C 68:4;
- The Holy Ghost shall be shed forth in bearing record unto all things ye shall say:D&C 100:8;
- The Holy Ghost shall be thy constant companion:D&C 121:45–46;


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Skip to comments.Wanted: People willing to die on Mars
Posted on 03/17/2013 9:20:37 PM PDT by LibWhacker
Mars One co-founder tells CBC about its proposed one-way trip to the Red Planet
Mars One hopes to have people living on the planet for the rest of their lives by 2023.(Mars One/YouTube)
The man behind the private space project dubbed Mars One is looking for people to travel to Mars, but he's not offering a return ticket.
"The technology to get humans to Mars and keep them alive there exists," Bas Lansdorp told Day 6 host Brent Bambury in an interview that aired this week on CBC Radio.
"The technology to bring humans from Mars back to Earth simply does not exist yet."
Lansdorp said he's looking for people who are utterly dependable, good in groups and "at their best when things are at their worst."
The never-to-return explorers will require eight years of training, and the search starts this year.
The flight is scheduled to leave in Sept. 2022.
To hear the complete conversation, including how Lansdorp plans to fund the trip, click the audio button above.
Move over...
they want younger people...
Ill only be 74...
Volunteers? I bet the one way part will cut the number way down.
I think I would.
Lol, I take it back. I'll only be 73. (What are they going to do when they find out I lied about my age, send me back?)
No thanks.
Eight years of training before they send me off to Mars to spend the rest of my life eating MREs and drinking recycled urine? How about I get to live like a Royal 0bama for eight years then you send me to Mars? lol
Heck, yes! I'm sick of all the libs here. But I could deal with one or two libs out there... "I'm sorry, sir. We were out behind the boulder over there, and I think a meteor must've hit him in the back of the head. Made a real mess."
Vastectomies for the boys, hormone replacement to help the girls fight off PMS.
Can we FReep from there?
I'll bet I don't have any ex-wives on Mars though.
Sign me up.
Send all the Obama voters.
i'll be 85 but how will I get my Social Security check?
If it's one-way, why not make it a colony?
I would do it.
I hear ya'. Turnin' green and mushy as we speak.
What does it cost to live on Mars?
I mean..is it like Ecuador? Can I have a maid and all that jazz really cheap?
"Now this is the plan. Get your a$$ to Mars, go to the Hilton Hotel and flash the fake Brubaker ID at the front desk. That's all there is to it "
Sign me up!
Absolutely! And there's only a 21 minute delay, max, when earth and Mars are on opposite sides of the Sun. Heck, we often have worse than that here on earth when the server burps.
Unfortunately, not. No one is going to go to Mars to be a maid.
Then I'll DEFINITELY not go!
Most settlers in human history have known they were going on a one way trip. At least these people will be able to communicate with their loved ones by videochat.
I guess I'll just stay here then and clean my own house.
Another dream dashed.
I aint too far behind ya...
Can't we just send all the whacko liberals? And how about muzzies....they should go to. In fact, there are a lot of people we'd be better off without.
"Send all the Obama voters."
aka the Walking Deadocrats.......and send their leader
along w/them.
As long as I can play "Little Ole Man" by Bill Cosby I'll be just fine!
Found a Volunteer
That's what I'm thinking. At my age? Heck, it'd be a kick. Wouldn't do it if I were young, though.
We should do with our prisoners the same thing the British did with their convicts. I'm sure there'll be plenty of volunteers from our prison.
"Lansdorp said he's looking for people who are utterly dependable, good in groups and "at their best when things are at their worst."
Well, they ARE good in groups...
By 2022, Mars might look a lot more attractive, especially if the political/financial situation doesn't change.
If the democrats are still in power, I'd be happy to go.
It's not that easy. You need almost as much fuel to return from Mars as to get there. The payload to (fuel + overhead) ratio for a trip to Mars is horrendous. There is no booster or staging system that exists today that could take anyone from earth to Mars and back. Those Mars Rover gizmos do not have the overhead of keeping human beings alive and we have absolutely zero chance of bringing them back. The whole idea is a non-starter.
Will I be able to get all Duck Dynasty episodes?
Nobody really HAS to die on Mars.
If only they would get Ray-Gun control...
Sign me up!
Arthur C. Clarke's 1971 "Transit of Earth" is about a group of astronauts sent to observe the 1984 Transit of Earth viewed from Mars. The original party is 15, ten of whom will observe the transit from Mars' moon, Phobos, and five or whom will observe it from the surface of Mars.
The Mars lander suffers a malfunction and the five astronauts on Mars are stranded without hope of return. There is only enough oxygen for one of the five to live long enough to see the transit and report back to earth. One lucky astronaut is selected to live to see the earth and moon transit the solar disk, before he expires from hypoxia and report the event back to earth.
This reminds me of the woman who won Prot's writing contest and went to K-Pax.
I've actually read articles suggesting to send seniors. Their libido isn't as problematic, and they aren't at the same risk/consequences of radiation.
They can start the process of colonization of Mars. Objectively, it does make a fair bit of sense.
They can trade my check for a couple of 30 year old dollies and a case of viagra!
The knowledge exists but the machinery/equipment does not thus the technology doesn't really exist. We know "how" in principle except the weather on Mars is more inhospitable than Earth but we haven't designed or built a way to do it.
Sure, I'll only be near 50. I'll go in a heart beat. But I want some input into how I'll live and what I'll do when I get there.
It's entirely possible to build cities underground on Mars. There are also places that wind and solar should be easier to generate in the canyon. Also, it will be possible to process Martian soil for fuel and products like glass. The soil will need terraforming, but bio-dome farms should be possible fairly quickly.
I don't mind being a pioneer as long as I'm being a pioneer and not someone elses scientific sociology experiment.
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Speaker: Kathleen C. Louchheim
Date: October 30, 1978
Served in the Community Advisory Services at the State Department. During the Johnson Administration, worked as deputy assistant secretary of state for Educational and Cultural Affairs. Recounts memories of Johnson?s life based on her predominantly social connection with the Johnsons that began in Washington, D.C., in the 1930s.


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Staios! Is! Available! Contest Entries
Kent Wilson
February 24 2011 09:27PM
About a week ago I was randomly offering Steve Staios to various rival clubs fans on Twitter. I came up with this wacky idea for a contest on a whim (thanks to some of the creative responses I got via twitter), so I was pleasantly surprised by the response. Following are 17 of the top "Staios ads" I've received since I put out the announcement.
The winner will be determined based on Flamesnation staff input as well as reader response. As mentioned at the outset, the victor will win not only praise and accolades, but $100 worth of gift certificates to a Calgary based Hudson's Tap House (and yes...you can spend that on food AND booze).
(Disclaimer - Steve Staios is by all accounts a good guy and probably doesn't deserve any of this.)
And now, the good stuff. Entries are presented in no particularly order and I've decided not to disclose the identity of the entrant so that voting/results are unbiased (although the creators are free to take credit in the comments I suppose). Enjoy!
This entrant took my suggestion of using "Slap Chop Vince" and ran with it. Bonus points for the Kotalik throw-in.
The true genius of this one is the carefully positioned heads of Feaster and Sutter in the background.
This is less photoshop work than just a brilliant piece of "found art".
I feel like both Skechers and TSN should be paying us for this one.
"Now look at your cap space. Now back at me. Now back at your cap space..."
I think we all knew that Olli would make an appearance in this contest.
I also would have accepted "Abbotsford Heat" on the brown sign.
Given Staios' state of undress, that could also be sexual harassment Panda.
Prepare for a barrage of irrate Leaf Fans.
I feel Jay may have overestimated the market with that 6th round pick asking price.
It's like the Mona Lisa smile. Only more...creepy guy in an alley-ish.
Try walking around the room while looking at this picture. Do the eyes follow you around too?
Ahh, the Last Supper. Always fertile ground for parody. Notice Kevin Lowe to the left.
The addition of Steve's Head and tighty-whitey's to the Flames "Guardian" is good, but it's the description that makes this one.
Best part? Sutter's name crossed off and replaced with Feaster.
Relief is just a trade away. Cap relief.
Okay folks...this next one is a bit...suggestive. If you're easily offended, don't scroll down.
You were warned...
No comment required.
A late addition by Colin S. Actually, this was one of the first entries I received but it unfortunately slipped through the cracks. Sorry about that Colin.
Please leave your votes/comments/favorites in the comment section. I'll contact the winner within the next few days.
Thanks again everyone. And no hard feelings I hope Steve.
Last Supper has my vote! Some great stuff here. It made me straight up laugh in the middle of shoppers drug mart. Not an easy task...
Definitely have to go with the slap chop one. Might even make it my facebook, profile, just to spread the word.
I also vote for the Slap Chop one. Pure Gold.
Slap Chop gets my vote! The addition of Kotalik made it great. I'd make that deal in a heartbeat
February 24 2011, 10:43PM
I don't feel right about voting for my own, so my vote goes to Old Staios with the caveat that Kent's caption was the clincher.
My favorite was the Phil Kessel one. My second choice would be the Last Supper.
I'd vote (in no particular order) - slap chop for the effort and artwork - old Staois for being the cleverest (and ya Kent's caption clinched it) - the kessel. For some reason that one made me laugh the loudest.
February 25 2011, 12:35AM
This might be the greatest thing ever. Kent wins for coming up with this idea.
February 25 2011, 12:41AM
You missed mine, Kent!
That said, I really like the Burger King one, voted.
February 25 2011, 01:00AM
Lotta creativity, but I'm voting for the one that makes fun of Kessel, because I actually giggled at it.
February 25 2011, 02:05AM
First is the Golden Rental-
Second, I like the used car salesman "Just call Jay". That's exactly what Feaster looks like to me.
February 25 2011, 02:06AM
Forgot to mention great job to all.
February 25 2011, 08:26AM
yeah, I'll go with BK Steve..runners up, Kessel (it's funny cause it's true), and Last Supper.
These are all pretty amazing,
My first vote goes to creepy Steve (as per Kent's comments, creepy steve in the alley lookalike)
My second vote would be the Just Call Jay advert.
My Third would be the Kessel, the look on Kessel's face, nailed it!
There's lots of good stuff here! My preference goes to: 1) Slap chop, 2) Old Staios, 3) Golden Rental
BK Steve has my vote all the way. A golden rental is pretty creative as well...
Golden Rental has to be the one. "The Lame" is funny as well, since, "Witnessed the invention of fire..." is something I wish I had come up with.
February 25 2011, 10:43AM
Kesler one is the best, in our opinion.
February 25 2011, 12:06PM
Well done, everyone! At the risk of being a "Frank Grimes" (from The Simpsons), I simply can't support the Slap Chop entries...
- At the children's nuclear power plant contest -
Mr. Burns: (to Homer) Could you explain your model, young man? Homer: Well basically, I just copied the plant we have now. Mr. Burns: Hmmm. Homer: Then, I added some fins to lower wind resistance. And this racing stripe here I feel is pretty sharp. Mr. Burns: Agreed. First prize. (gives Homer a blue ribbon) Frank Grimes: What?! - Scene -
February 25 2011, 12:31PM
Well done, everyone! At the risk of being a "Frank Grimes" (from The Simpsons), I simply can't support the Slap Chop entries...
- At the children's nuclear power plant contest -
Mr. Burns: (to Homer) Could you explain your model, young man? Homer: Well basically, I just copied the plant we have now. Mr. Burns: Hmmm. Homer: Then, I added some fins to lower wind resistance. And this racing stripe here I feel is pretty sharp. Mr. Burns: Agreed. First prize. (gives Homer a blue ribbon) Frank Grimes: What?! - Scene -
Hahaha.. funny critique for sure. So who's do you like?
aside from my entry, I want to congratulate everyone.. Some great imagination put forth here. I still haven't decided who I'm voting for.. since it would be inappropriate to vote for my own.
February 25 2011, 01:28PM
I'm going with The Golden Voice and the real estate one. Good work to all.
Yeah, Old Staios made me laugh out loud.
February 25 2011, 03:58PM
I think the Kessel one is my favorite. Scary because it's true (and because of his face).
Second favorite is the Golden Rental. Love the Sutter cross out.
Third is definitely the 'relief is a trade away.'
Nice photoshopping!
Awesome job everybody. Put me down for Old Staios.
February 25 2011, 06:45PM
JUST ASK JAY nicely done, ALL
Good job, Kent, you inspired some good laughs!
February 25 2011, 09:24PM
Kessel is brilliant. That face says it all!
old staios is my vote
February 27 2011, 12:07PM
Wow. So much gold.
I'm going to go with "Just Call Jay" as my favorite, but the Kotalik/Staios slapchop and Old Staios ads are not far behind at all.
(And I love the "Now look at your cap space" caption).
But a great job by everyone involved. Thanks for making my morning.
March 02 2011, 12:01PM
Hmmm One question. Although I like all the entries, I thought the purpose of this was to advertise Staios being available to another team, to take off our hands?
Does that affect some of the entries? While some of them are funny.. they have nothing to do with advertising his availability.


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Internet Radio Control
Push to Open iPod®/iPhone® Direct Dock
Slim, Flat Design
Wireless Music Streaming by Bluetooth with Remaster
Compact Stereo System
SpecificationsExpand All
- Display LED
- Bluetooth Wireless Link Function Yes
- Auto Power Off / Dimmer Yes
- Speakers Front (L/R) Configuration 2 way 2 speaker, Dual Passive Radiator x2
Speakers Front (L/R) Speaker Unit
Woofer: 2-1/2" Cone Type
(Advanced Bamboo Cone),
Tweeter: 5/8" Piezo Type
- Dimensions (H x W x D) (inch)(Approx.) 7 x 14-4/7 x 3-1/2
- Weight (lbs.) (Approx.) 9lbs
- Universal Dock for iPod/iPhone Integrated
- Output Channel 2ch
- Power Output (RMS) Total Power: 40W (1kHz, 6ohms, 10% THD)
- Digital Music Connection for iPod/iPhone Yes
- Analog Audio In Music Port (AUX)
- Power Supply AC 120V, 60Hz
- in Standby Mode 0.05W
- Bluetooth Re-Master Yes
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- Dimensions (H x W x D) 9'' x 16.19'' x 5.94''
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On the left and right alike — and even in the middle, political pundits and reporters are offering lots of slants these days about the�corner into which Republicans have painted themselves with regard to the fiscal-cliff stalemate.
Let's peruse a few, shall we?
On the right, John Podhoretz of Rupert Murdoch's New York Post says THIS:
Republicans have a bad hand to play when it comes to the �fiscal cliff� coming up Jan. 1, when taxes will rise automatically on everyone and whopping defense cuts will be imposed automatically.
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By PATSY STODDARDEditor
Dan Richards is the new park manager at Huntington, Millsite and Scofield State Parks. He and his family are just settling into Emery County. Richards said, "I am just getting caught up on everything here in the office. There's so much to learn and do. The people here at the park have really been great at straightening me out. Our inlet for watering the park has been high and dry for awhile, so Jay Mark Humphrey from the water conservancy district helped us with the equipment and a pump so we could still pump water up to our system and still have water for the park.
"I am originally from Sioux Falls, S.D. and a graduate of South Dakota University in 1991. I have a park management degree. During the summers I worked seasonally up in North Dakota. I married my wife Jayne in 1989 and we have three sons. They are named Cle, Eli and Jimmie. Cle is 7 and in the second grade. Eli is 4 and just going into preschool and Jimmie is 2. We are currently renting Ron Taylor's home, he was the previous park manager. We were down in Escalante and didn't have much time to look around, so we just rented Ron's house. We are thinking about purchasing a home, but want to take our time and look around. We like the Castle Dale and Orangeville area because it is centrally located, between the two parks in Emery County.
"While I was a seasonal employee with North Dakota State Parks, I worked as a night ranger on the Missouri River. From 1992-98, I worked as a park ranger at the Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park. From 1998-2002, I was the assistant manager at the Escalante Petrified Forest State Park.
"I enjoy going fishing and my boys enjoy it, but I don't think my wife does. When we were first dating I took her fishing and she was sitting and reading a book with her pole out in the water. I was out in the water in my waders casting for walleye when I saw her pole bobbing and told her she had a bite. She replied, 'OK, I'll check it in a minute, when I'm done with this chapter.' That was my first clue that she didn't really enjoy fishing. But Cle and Eli really like going out fishing with me. I am also an avid bow hunter. I go back to South Dakota each year and go on a bow hunt with my family.
"While working at Coral Pink, I became interested in scorpions. I have presented information at the resource festival in Richfield on scorpions and also taken people on night walks to spot scorpions. I hope to do some of that around here. Ron Taylor already arranged for me to present a scorpion session to the boy scouts. Down at Coral Pink I was moving rocks and saw one, I had never seen one before and found them fascinating. Most people think they are deadly and dangerous, but that is not true of most species.
"At first my wife didn't want the scorpion in the house, but she felt sorry for me taking care of it outside, so I moved him in. Well, once I had my foot in the door this led to more and more tanks filled with scorpions. Once we started having kids however, the scorpions had to move back outside.
"Down at Coral Pink I was in charge of the ATV program and the off-highway patrolling. The sand dunes there have a lot of regular riders that come up from Las Vegas and California. They discovered us because the Little Sahara dunes are really crowded. We maintained a family atmosphere and civilized type ATV riding. Families came together and rode together. When I was at Escalante which is a satellite office of Kodachrome, I ran the park and supervised the seasonal workers and worked with the seasonal hosts. I did more paperwork and it was a good transitional phase for this position.
"This is the only place where the management of three parks is combined. Hopefully, we'll get to where we have everything under control. Last year when Scofield was added to the operation it brought a whole new dimension. The state is streamlining operations and trying to make things more efficient. Even with the closing of the three parks they were able to move people around so they didn't have to lay anyone off. Some people retired as well.
"We are really enjoying this area and the community and neighbors. They have all been over to introduce themselves. This is the first time we have lived in a town. At the other parks we lived in park housing. The kids are used to running around the park and my youngest son would always sit on the ATVs that belonged to the park. The other day we found him over at the neighbors sitting on their ATV. It will take some getting used to but we are enjoying being in a town and having everything close. We used to have to make a trip to Cedar City to do our shopping which was a four hour round trip, the other day we went to Price and it didn't take all day; it was great.
"My wife also sells Mary Kay, which gives her the opportunity to get out of the house. She also has an elementary degree and wants to do some substitute teaching. We all love football and Cle's favorite team is the Vikings and Eli's favorite team is Denver. I wanted to push my favorite team on them, but they have their own opinions. The kids were really excited to live somewhere that had a swimming pool.
"We have some neat state parks and they are well maintained. Lena Funk does a great job up to Millsite and with the camp host they do a great job. I am looking forward to getting more involved with the parks. I haven't had a lot of time for that yet. Up to Millsite they have been replacing the sidewalks to the restrooms and other little projects. At Huntington we are going to begin work on seven pavilions which will have a picnic table and a 14' x 14' slab of cement and fire grates. Some of them will be ADA accessible. We will pour the pads in the next two-three months. In the spring we will be updating and improving the sprinker system. A boating information kiosk will also be installed near the dock area. This will contain boating information, wildlife information and fishery information. These will be let out for bid soon and we'll get those in next year.
"We also want to plant more trees in the overflow area. Last year when the water got below the intake we lost some trees, because we couldn't water. This year we have been able to keep watering with Jay Mark Humphrey's help. I want to get around and meet people in the county. I met some people at the Emery Telcom barbeque and am looking forward to working with the communities," said Richards.