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A leadoff single by Royce Huffman on a dribbler to start the eighth fended off the Tucson bid for a no-hitter. Pete Laforest hit a two-run bomb in the ninth to prevent the Beavers from being shutout. Laforest has homered three times in the ninth inning over the last seven days but none of the homers factored into a Portland comeback or even a Portland win. He has four homers in his last six games and four of his last five hits have left the yard. Laforest has also drawn 11 walks in his last 14 games compared to 11 strikeouts.
Mike Thompson took his fifth straight loss, surrendering four runs on eight hits in five-plus innings, walking two and striking out three. The right-hander has allowed four runs or more in each of his outings, giving up 45 hits and 11 walks in 21.2 innings. He has a WHIP of 2.68 this year and the opposition is hitting .400 off him with runners in scoring position. Sixteen of the 33 runs he has allowed this year have come in the first two innings.
Scott Cassidy worked two more scoreless frames, walking one and striking out two. He threw just 27 pitches and has now worked four scoreless with Triple-A Portland. The right-hander has yet to allow a hit, surrendering two walks in his four innings for a .143 on base percentage. Left-handers are 0-for-9 off him. He has thrown 55 pitches on the year, tossing 36 for strikes.
San Antonio lost 3-2 to Springfield (Cardinals) in 10 innings
Mike Ekstrom was on the sour end of two unearned runs, as the Missions had more errors than hits through the first five innings. He allowed those two unearned runs over five innings, yielding five hits, walking a career-high six and striking out two. The right-hander had not walked more than two in a game all year and had issued a free pass to five just once – coming on August 4, 2006 while with Double-A Mobile. He has gone four games without earning a decision.
Paul Abraham worked an inning and a third scoreless, allowing one hit and a walk while striking out two and tossing a wild pitch. He stranded two inherited runners and has stalled each of the six runners he has inherited on the year. The right-hander has allowed runs in just two of his 20 appearances on the year and has given up runs in one of his last 18 (five runs on May 10). Minus that one outing, Abraham has yielded just seven hits over 19.2 innings.
Arturo Lopez worked out of a jam in the seventh by inducing a double play line out, stranding one inherited runner. He was credited with an inning and a third scoreless, walking two. It was the first time this year he has walked more than one in an appearance. Lopez has given up runs in five of his 17 appearances on the year, and prior to Wednesday, six of the seven runners he had inherited have come around to score.
Josh Geer came on as a pinch-hitter in the ninth inning but struck out.
Lake Elsinore lost 4-3 to High Desert (Mariners)
Manny Ayala worked five-plus, leaving with two runners on in the sixth. They would be the only runs charged to the right-hander as he gave up four hits and a walk in a no-decision. It is the eighth time in 10 starts that he has surrendered two runs or less and the fifth time he has given up four or fewer hits. While the opposition has a .288 average to leadoff an inning, Ayala has yielded just two hits in 30 at bats with runners in scoring position.
Jose Lobaton had five homers in 62 games across two leagues last year and pelted his fifth in game number 33 this season. Three of his homers have come over his last eight games and he has notched an RBI in five of those contests. His last double, and he has eight on the year, came on August 25. The catcher also drew his 24th walk of the season, giving him a .393 on base percentage. Lobaton is hitting .200 during the month of May with ten hits in 50 at bats after swatting .313 in April. His average has dropped from .340 to .263 over his last 17 games.
Seth Johnston went 3-for-5 with two runs scored. He also hit his third homer of the season with two outs in the ninth to close the gap to one run. The infielder came into the game with three hits in his last 25 at bats. After hitting .347 in April, Johnston was hitting .195 in May prior to Wednesday. It is the sixth time this year he has collected three or more hits and seven time he has scored multiple runs.
Fort Wayne lost 10-1 to Clinton (Rangers)
Aaron Breit was pulled after just two-thirds of an inning with four runs already in on four hits and three walks. He left the game with the bases still loaded, dropping to 2-5 on the year. His ERA ballooned to 6.57 from 5.73 as a result. Breit came into the game with one run allowed in his previous 11.2 innings. The right-hander is now 0-5 with a 8.56 ERA in night games but has gone 2-0 with a 1.64 ERA in day contests. The opposition is hitting .432 off him with runners in scoring position.
Pablo Menchaca came on in relief and got the final out of the first. Things fell apart, however, in the third. He was tagged for six runs, all earned, on eight hits and a walk in his 2.1 innings of work – just his second appearance of the year. Menchaca had worked a scoreless inning three days ago. The opposition is now hitting .462 with six hits in 13 at bats off him with runners on base. Seven of the hits he surrendered came in that fateful third.
With the bullpen already taxed, infielder Jodam Rivera came on to work the final inning. He worked a perfect frame, inducing three fly outs. Rivera had never thrown a pitch in a professional game until Wednesday. He also went 0-for-4 at the dish, dropping his season average to .250. Rivera is, however, hitting .284 in May with nine walks to just three strikeouts in 67 at bats. He has seen time at second, third and short this year, hitting .295 when he plays the hot corner.


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Question: What car would you pick: a shiny new Cadillac that you've yearned for and had your eye on but would require your savings (or obtaining a loan for), or……a six-year-old used Subaru for FREE?
For many Americans, the answer would be the Subaru and the Democrat Party would be the source providing it.
Another question: Which one of the aforementioned cars would you want? Very few would choose the used Subaru. In a land of folks driving only used Subaru's and brand new shiny Cadillac's, you can bet the Subaru owners would come to resent the folks who chose to save some of their earnings or simply pay cash to acquire their Cadillacs. Today, in this country, we live in that land.
It's easy to influence voters when you are offering free things. But it's lazy politics. It makes no demands at all on the electorate you are chasing after. And after awhile, used Subarus aren't enough.
Just take a look at the websites of Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton and see what they're offering voters. It's like Candy Land. From free college to paid vacation leave, it's a grab bag of free stuff. The Democrats know that none of what they are offering is actually "free". They claim it will be "paid for".
The fact is that the government only acquires its money to pay for its programs and services from taxes, fees or by creating DEBT. All of that money ultimately comes from somebody other than the government. The Government produces NOTHING. It manufacturers nothing. It risks… nothing. This risk-free environment spawns politicians who see government as a never ending gift bag to disperse to loyal subjects that only have to promise one thing in return: their vote.
In reality, however, there are always caveats for such purported beneficence. Always. Once you make a certain amount of income, that gift bag is quickly snapped away. And what that level of income will be is always up to them and subject to change at their will.
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This is how division is created and the Democrat Party thrives on division. Once you can separate segments of people into "those folks" (usually Republicans and Conservatives) and convince others that they are enemies that will take away what was given to you for "free", you create a rock solid force of loyal, organized and extremely motivated voters.
If those who receive such entitlements cannot, or refuse to earn more of what they desire, they will simply unite and demand more from those who have provided what they currently have been afforded. That is why the Sanders and Clinton websites are a Sears Catalog of free goodies. If free "pre-K", college and paid vacation leave are in the gift bag this election cycle, the next one will have to include things like free dental care and high-speed internet.
The Democrat Party of today is mostly the opposite of the Party it once was under John F. Kennedy. His most famous quote is: "Ask not what your Country can do for you, ask what you can do for your Country". Today, THIS is the platform of the Democrats: "Ask not what you can do for your Country, ask what your Country can do for you".
The fatal flaw in this platform is that once you create the kind of entitlements that Democrats (and indeed, many Republicans) have offered, it is never enough to continually secure votes and more carrots have to be attached to strings, thrown to those hungry for more carrots.
When Bernie Sanders or Hillary Clinton promises "paid vacation leave", they know a large part of the electorate will bite. Its sounds "fair", doesn't it? You gotta' be "mean" to be against such a thing, right?
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Getting paid for not working is hard to say no to. It is difficult to see such a "gift" as a bad thing to vote against. Especially if you convince the citizenry that it is a RIGHT. That is unless you're the small business owner paying for it not just by the loss of the wages you are forced to pay, but also having to replace the product of labor you are now missing. Democrats know how easy it is to put forth such promises even though they are aware these promises will have to be provided long after they are out of office; the true provider burdened indefinitely.
Asking the electorate to be responsible in providing for themselves is essential in a free Republic, but very difficult politically today. So giving things away lazily is the easy way into office. Republicans are guilty as sin in this regard as well. Make no mistake, Medicare Part "D" was given to the older voter block by George W. Bush in exchange for their votes.
The Democrat Party's free gift bag will only become larger and larger until, united as a country, we start to reject it knowing that it results in a hostile, divided land of used Subaru owners, void of new Cadillacs.

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Building Bridges A Workshop on Collaboration Civilian - Military
For: BUMED By: Mauricio Velásquez, MBA President, CEO The Diversity Training Group 692 Pine Street Herndon, VA 20170
Meet Mauricio Velásquez, MBA
Mauricio Velásquez is the President and CEO of The Diversity Training Group (DTG) in Herndon, VA. Mauricio serves as a diversity strategy consultant, diversity trainer, sexual harassment prevention trainer, executive coach, mentoring trainer, and expert witness (listed with TASA). DTG's clients include small and large organizations and public and private entities. The Coast Guard, Navy – JAG and Surgeon General, NSA, TSA, USIA, NIST and other federal agencies. Mauricio has already trained for the Navy at Portsmouth, BUMED, NUWC, Justice School, all bases from Rota to Okinawa and all points in between including BUMED and Bethesda Naval Hospital.
A Workshop on…. Collaboration Respect / Professionalism
Problem-Solving / Conflict Resolution Teamwork Holding Each Other Accountable "We all have a shared responsibility to our shared success, to collaborate – we are in this together!" – MV Please note: 21 participants sent me their survey responses in anticipation of this workshop – I have pulled quotes (no identities) from these interviews
Agenda / Objectives Opening / set up US Navy Mission
Stages of Team Performance – Are we high performing? What is Collaboration or High Performance What does it look like / not look like (from data) What is the greatest obstacle impeding collaboration Debrief Conflict Self Assessment What does collaboration look like Skills and tools we need to hold each other accountable Apply new skill / tool kit Wrap Up and Action Plan Wr
Mauricio's Mission Provoke Thought Facilitate Discussion & Learning
Surprise You Entertain You Add Value Provide Subject Matter Expertise
Ground Rules Given the size of our group, it is very important that we establish and abide by a few workshop ground rules. One person speaks at a time; no side conversations. Confidentiality of the person speaking is assured (what is said is more important than who said it). Everyone participates fully and there are no "wrong"questions...but remember, you have the right to pass if you feel uncomfortable. Comments and opinions of others are respected. Everyone listens actively to what others are saying and lets them finish before speaking. Ask questions to clarify when you're unsure of what someone has said or meant. Feelings are facts; acknowledge that someone else's perception is reality. DON'T BE CYNICAL – "THIS WILL NEVER WORK!"
What You Don't Know You Don't Know
Opening Remark What You Don't Know You Don't Know (DKDK) What You Don't Know (DK) What You Know (K)
Intent vs. Impact Intent Impact (what you meant) vs.
(what you actually said)
About session today Motivation and Desire to Collaborate Act / Coach /
Challenge Skills & Tools
US Navy Mission The mission of the Navy is to maintain, train and equip combat-ready Naval forces capable of winning wars, deterring aggression and maintaining freedom of the seas. When military and civilian counterparts do not collaborate or cooperate we don't honor our mission! We are actually undermining it.
Navy Medicine … World Class Care … Anytime, Anywhere …
Is this true if we are not working well together but rather sabotaging each other?
Collaboration or Sabotage?
"Military supervisor attitude towards civilians is a huge issue. Military think civilians do not deserve leave, raises, promotions etc. I've actually been in a meeting as the only civilian present and the CAPT (06) said, 'Don't assign it to a civilian, it will never get done.' Followed by gales of laughter from all military personnel in the meeting." What did this 06 do to this civilian?
Remember your values …. HONOR COURAGE COMMITMENT
This Captain's comment ….was it…. Honorable or dishonorable? Courageous or cowardice? Undermining commitment?
"I have been told …. ….by a Uniformed Officer that because I am an NSPS employee 'that no matter what, you are not seen as important as the military personnel, no matter what the rank.'"
See the professional, not the group
Individual Individual Group Organizational Affiliation
We are total strangers …
MANY COMMENTS AROUND THESE THEMES: We each other We don't meet We never talk, we don't build repertoire Way too many s and way too little face time We don't understand each other
We have to build relationships and understanding
"We need to understand the different cultures in which the military and civilian personnel operate. There is a different culture between Federal civilians and contractors. Military operate with a system of "up or out." The Federal civilian system is one of stability and competency and not promotion. Federal civilians often do not feel that they are being asked to take risks or that they will not be protected if they take a reasonable risk that proves unsuccessful."
Do you value collaboration?
Behaviors Attitudes Values Do your actions reflect this value?
When we don't collaborate…
…. performance suffers …. teamwork does not occur …. conflict festers …. trust deteriorates
5 Stages of Team Performance
Forming - orientation Storming - conflict Norming - cohesion Performing - performance Adjourning – dissolution In other words, unresolved and persistent conflict means we are not performing and not meeting our mission!
Five Styles for Managing Conflicts
The Turtle (Withdrawing) - Withdraw into their shells to avoid conflicts. They stay away from the issues .. The Rhino (Forcing) – Rhinos try to overpower opponents by forcing them to accept their solution to the conflict. Their goals are highly important to them, and relationships are of minor importance. The Teddy Bear (Smoothing) – Relationship is of great importance while their own goals are of little importance. Teddy bears wanted to be accepted and liked by others. The Fox (Compromising) – Foxes seek a compromise: they give up part of their goals and persuade the other person in a conflict to give up part of their goals. The Owl (Confronting) – Values own goals and relations …
What is the greatest obstacle …
… to civilian and military personnel collaborating and cooperating? Why do we have to have this workshop?
From the survey data … "Military members have a network of contacts with other military members and civilians have the same with civilian members. The two lists are rarely integrated." "You work for a code and are encouraged to coordinate within your code. The problem is that it is not always clear who you need to coordinate with outside your code. Thus lack of coordination is not lack of effort or trust, but a lack of knowledge." "There is a lot of arrogance here at BUMED. People think 'I am a cardiologist or a pediatrician' and they think it makes them superior to everyone else, especially the civilians. They then talk down to you or don't even bother talking to you at all. This arrogance makes for a hostile/uncooperative workplace."
2 Kinds of Behaviors PREFERS Promote respect Promote collaboration
Promote teamwork Focused on performance Support Mission NEVERS Disrespect Kills collaboration Promotes sabotage Don't care about work Undermine Mission
All about treatment – actions / comments
Prefers How can I help? Let's meet to talk/discuss How can we work this out? We meet more often, build repertoire Nevers Not my job It is your fault, not mine Military is treated better Only s – no face time Only responding with a sense of urgency when the request is coming from a senior member
How about these quotes? Civilian: "That is not my JOB – I have no idea who is responsible for that." Civilian: "It has never been done that way and it can't be done that way under any condition." Civilian: "I don't care that you want it done that way because I will still be here after you transfer." WOW!
Give me some more examples?
What have you heard? Not who said what but what was said? How you respond to these comments is more important than the actual comment?
Some Tools
Start Message Start with a Positive End with a Positive
Please stop_______________________________________ (describe negative/unproductive behavior) Start_____________________________________________ (describe new, more appropriate/positive behavior) Continue_________________________________________ (describe ongoing positive behavior) End with a Positive
(Start with a Positive)
I-Statement How do I coach someone when I feel my differences are being held against me? (Start with a Positive) When you ___________________, I feel ______________________ (describe behavior) (impact of behavior) I would prefer ___________________________________________ (new behavior – more appropriate/productive) OR I feel _____________________, when you ____________________ (impact of behavior) (describe behavior) When I see ______________, it makes me feel ____________________ (describe behavior) (impact of behavior on you/group) I would prefer _______________________________________________ (new behavior – more appropriate, more productive) (End with a Positive)
Can you use these techniques?
How about an….. …ouch …wow …with all due respect…. How about just stepping back (using body language) Just repeat what you heard….let the person "hear what they are saying"
How Do We Categorize People?
OK, now let's roll up our sleeves
Here is where we have to be brutally honest with each other! Only honesty will build trust and that is what is definitely lacking between the military and civilian counterparts!!!!
Using Communication to Solve Problems
Step Action Example Identify and agree on the problem (consensus) Ask the right questions. Ask for the facts Verify the information Decide what else you need to know "Help me understand exactly" "Let me make sure this is recorded correctly" "I will be able to help you better if I know…" Conduct problem-cause analysis to identify a specific problem and its cause Restate the problem in simple terms Get agreement on the problem and its importance/impact "So, the basic issue is…" "It seems we agree it is important to fix this because…" Identify solutions/alternatives Ask what can be done to solve the problem Suggest other options for consideration Tell them what you can do "What ideas do you have on how this can be fixed?" "In similar situations we have.." "I really wish we could do exactly what you suggested. However, according to…, we must…" ?
Using Communication to Solve Problems
Step Action Example Implement solutions/take action with the help of the customer Ask for their cooperation Tell them what you will do Suggest how they can help, now and the next time "I'll need your help to…" "Here is what I can do…" "To get this resolved quickly, I'll need you to…, and if this should happen again, please…" End with an agreement and a thank you. Monitor and follow up on the situation Summarize what will be done, and by whom Thank the customer for cooperation and help Promise to follow up to ensure the solution really worked "Can I assume that we agree on…?" "Thank you for being so cooperative in helping us to solve this problem." "I will call you in a week to be sure the situation is resolved."
Problem Solving What is the #1 biggest issue / problem /obstacle? What is the root cause(s) behind this issue? What can BUMED do about it? Present solutions /options / choices in order of what you would try first!
We need an oath OATH I will always keep our mission first and foremost in my mind I will see my colleagues and peers as just that – professionals with experience I will not see "military" or "civilian" first I will assume good intent and give my colleagues the benefit of the doubt I will speak up when I don't see the above happening or occurring Please sign:
Action Plan How can I create a more collaboritive work environment?
How can I make what I learned today "stick" in my role at BUMED? How will we know we are getting better? (destination and metric)
When I see … People using the plan of the week. The JO icebreaker used more often in more places. When we appoint civilians to leadership positions as supervisors. Civilians don't serve on military ranking boards so why should military serve on the Pay Pool Panel. When we recognize civilians as well as military. More professional treatment in the hallway – would a smile or greeting in the hallway kill you? More communication, more meetings, more recognition and keep building these brides. A discussion and understanding of the different rules – civilian only and military only.
When I see … More social activities where military and civilian mix and mingle and leadership is present – shows up. BUMED conference where all the codes present what important things they are working on that could help. When people are voluntarily reaching out to others and actually listening to one another. Stop looking for blame – take responsibility. We need less jumping to conclusions and fewer assumptions about what others think or how they feel about various issues. Encouraging civilian employees to give a current cv / resume and having the military supervisors go over the cv / resume with the civilian. Get a sense of the whole person.
In Closing…. "I have found that on a peer and subordinate level, if I have made an effort to get to know people and treat them courteously, I have little trouble in gaining cooperation. Lack of planning on my part doesn't constitute an emergency on your part. Plan ahead so not to put fellow employees in "I need it now" situation.
For more information… The Diversity Training Group 692 Pine Street
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The 56th Foundation Day celebrations of NCERT were held at a grand level on September 1, 2016. The council received ample recognition from the guests for its sincere efforts in improving the quality of education.
Mr. Upendra Kushwaha, State HRD Minister, said that the all the efforts which are being carried out by the Union Government to improve the quality of school education are forming a basis for our education system. The NCERT has played an exceptional role in promoting research, training, curriculum development and extension.
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Parking is available for two cars, one in the car port. The street at Cropton has ample roadside parking for visitors.
We are dog owners ourselves and
Rosecroft Cottage, Cropton is an idyllic central base to discover the beautiful North York Moors National Park and the Yorkshire Heritage Coast. Walks and cycle tracks lead to quaint little moorland villages and lovely scenery. Golfers can enjoy a round at Kirkbymoorside Golf Club and Anglers can fish at Ings Lane Pond, Kirkbymoorside, Pickering Trout Lake and Selley Bridge Lake at Low Marishes, near Malton.
A popular and memorable journey is the steam train trip from Pickering to Heartbeat's Goathland. The market towns of Pickering, Kirkbymoorside and Helmsley are nearby. Historic homes and the East Yorkshire coastline offer lovely day excursions from the cottage. Flamingo Land Theme Park & Zoo is about 10 miles away. There are shops 1½ miles away and the local pub takes around 7 minutes walking.
Parking is available for two cars, one in the car port. The street at Cropton has ample roadside parking for visitors.
We are dog owners ourselves and consider it their holiday too! We welcome a maximum of two dogs and request they are kept downstairs and not allowed on the furniture. The garden area is fenced in, but it is probable that a Jack Russell sized dog may escape. Around the house are sheep to the rear and hens are kept locally. (Free range eggs can be bought nearby at Woodmans Cottage).
Further details indoors
Rosecroft Cottage, Cropton has a cosy living room area able to seat seven comfortably on traditional seating. As the house dates back to 1750 there are some low beams and this adds to the cosiness of the room. The room is heated throughout with a 'coal effect' gas fire.
The lounge has a television with a freeview box, a DVD/VHS player and a small library of videos. There are books and maps too! Wi-Fi is available.
The dining room/games room is spacious and has a dining table that converts to a pool table. A sliding door leads to the patio which is ideal for breakfast or lunch in the sun. The door gives access to the extensive garden area.
The dining table seats six but will accept more if required. There is a three seater settee and four easy chairs. A TV with freeview box and DVD leaves the lounge area 'quiet without children' if this is required!! The room has a drawer of board games and toys for babies.
The beamed farmhouse style kitchen, with a breakfast area, is well equipped with a dishwasher, combination microwave, toaster and kettle etc. You can use the Aga for cooking. The kitchen has a marble tiled floor.
A pantry is under the stairs and houses a large fridge freezer, wine rack, shelving iron, ironing board and cleaning equipment. There is also a drying rack.
The Utility room contains a washing machine, pegs, tumble dryer, Belfast sink and a coat hanging area.
You have a separate toilet, with basin, on the ground level at Rosecroft Cottage.
two double bedrooms and a twin bedroom with an en-suite shower room and toilet.
Bedroom 1 is a double with extensive wardrobes and drawers.
Bedroom 2 is a double with a wardrobe and drawers under the bed.
Bedroom 3 has twin beds with a wardrobe, chest of drawers, en-suite shower room and toilet.
The main bathroom has an airing cupboard, toilet, basin and a bath with an over bath shower
Please note that there are some low beams and doorways on the first floor accommodation at Rosecroft Cottage.
Further details outdoors
Rosecroft Cottage, Cropton has a large enclosed cottage garden with patio, barbecue, summerhouse with furniture and drying rack. The lockable summerhouse can also be used for storing bikes.
The garden area is ¼-acre and is ideal for a family, with plenty of hide and seek areas and space for playing. There is also a swing in the garden. Outdoor games are available for guests use including croquet and boules.
If you come to Rosecroft Cottage in the Autumn there is plenty of fruit to take home with you. We do request that the Raspberries and Damson plums are not raided as they are used for the charity jam, on sale at the bottom of the drive.
The garden area is excellent for families with pets. The garden is fenced in, but a Jack Russell would probably be able to get out. We are very toddler friendly with lots of equipment, more can be requested by phone.
Location description from owner
The Yorkshire region
Pickering is the nearest town to Cropton. Amongst the visitor attractions in Pickering is the popular North York Moors Railway. Take a steam train trip through beautiful moorland scenery to Goathland (Heartbeat's Aidensfield) or Grosmont. The Beck Isle Museum, in the centre of Pickering, is a good place to visit. If you have the time try and go to Pickering Castle. Market day is every Monday.
Dalby Forest has an environmentally friendly visitor centre. There are many waymarked forest walks, cycling tracks and the excellent Go Ape attraction.
The Ryedale Folk Museum is situated in the picturesque village of Hutton le Hole. This museum brings to life the history of the North Yorkshire Moors area. Watch out for the numerous events at the museum. The village is a great place to wander around with plenty of shops and tea rooms there. On some Sundays in summer there is a well attended Car Boot Sale.
North of Helmsley is the small village of Rievaulx. It is the home of Rievaulx Abbey, a previous home of Cistercian Monks. Looking over the Abbey is the Rievaulx Terrace and Temples. Visit the Terrace for some great views of the village and surrounding area.A couple of popular attractions in the Malton area are the Eden Camp Museum and the Flamingo Land Amusement Park. The Eden Camp will give you a fascinating glimpse of what life was like during the 2nd World War. Flamingo Land will give you the thrills and spills of top class white knuckle rides plus a Zoo with a wide variety of animals from around the world.
Why not take a visit to the charming coastal resorts of Whitby and Robin Hood's Bay. You can travel through "Heartbeat Country" on the way to Whitby. Wander through the cobbled streets and climb the 199 steps to Whitby Abbey. Further down the coast is the quaint fishing village of Robin Hood's Bay. The views over the bay are simply stunning.
Rosecroft Cottage is located in Cropton, a small village that sits on the southern edge of the beautiful North Yorkshire Moors. It is an ideal, central location for you to access the numerous places to visit in the area.
You can find lots of historical places to visit, magnificent scenery in an area of outstanding natural beauty and fantastic coastal resorts with charm, history and plenty for you to do.
In the village of Cropton is the New Inn pub which is the home of the Cropton Brewery. You can take a tour of the brewery and sample the numerous locally brewed ales. Make sure you taste the 'Scoresby Stout' and 'Monkmans Slaughter' ales. The Stout was voted the best in Great Britain by the Campaign for Real Ale in 2007. The 'Monkmans Slaughter' was voted the best strong beer in Great Britain.
There are a number of walks in and around Cropton but one of the best walks is at the nearby Cawthorne Roman Camps. The North Yorkshire Moors National Park operate this site so there are good car parking facilities. It is possible to take a circular walk around these camps. You can get a leaflet from the Cropton Brewery or the local Tourist Information centres explaining its history. The views over the North York Moors and Tabular Hills from the Cawthorne Roman Camps are sensational.
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- Pets welcome
- High chair available
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- 2 Double Beds, 2 Single Beds
- 1 Family bathroom, 1 En suite
- Wi-Fi available
- Private garden
- Internet access
- Pool or snooker table
- Games room
- Cooker
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair available
- Video player
- DVD player
- CD player
- Telephone
- Hair dryer
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
- Check in time:16:00, Check out time:11:00
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- Smoking
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- Response rate:
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- Calendar updated::
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- Years listed:
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--NO slash intended here, fyi--
The Nightmare Before Twilight
"Sammy…Sammy, help me."
"This is my fault, it's all my fault."
"Cas, no."…
"Not that, please, not that!"…
"I can heal you…"
"I'll take it to the grave…" Alastair said.
"As will I…" Said Uriel.
2 Months later
"Sammy, why can't you talk?"
Too bright…needles…And harder until it was a downright seizure…
"Your brother was sexually assaulted."
"I'm…s-sorry, D-Dean."
"Shh, no, Sammy."
…So humiliated, so used, so…so naked.
"It's gonna go away, Sammy…"
"Cas, can…can you heal him? Like you healed me?"
"Dean…I can't."
"Why should he have to suffer when I didn't?"
Thanks for giving me your brother, boy. He sure was fun to play with. It's a funny world we live in. I got to torture all three of you Winchesters. And one didn't even have to go to Hell for it. You better tell that angel that if he and his friends don't back down and let the inevitable happen, it's gonna get ugly. Uglier than it already has been.
Hope Sammy's doing well.
Best regards,
"Sammy, stop! Stop, stop it!"
"I c-can't get him off, D-Dean."
"You'll get him off…"
…What Alastair could possibly do next. If he only knew…
2 months later…
"Hey, pull over!" Dean said suddenly, making Sam jump. Sam twisted the wheel and slowed the Impala to the shoulder.
"Look," He gestured out the windshield. "Is…Is that a person?"
And so it was. Huddled together in a ditch that was still filled with water from the night's previous rain. The face was buried in their knees, shaking all over. The brothers exited the car, jogging to the ditch. Dean knelt down in front of the person.
"Hey, buddy, you okay?" He asked, touching the man's shoulder. He flinched away, pressing his face deeper into his knees and whimpering.
"Hey, hey, it's alright," Dean said. "We aren't gonna hurt you, okay?" He coaxed the man's face up. Bloodshot blue eyes looked back up at him, filled with tears and completely and utterly terrified. "Cas?" Dean breathed, questioning what he was seeing.
"D-Dean?" The angel stammered. The blood left the hunter's face as he looked down at his guardian angel. His injured, scared, guardian angel.
"God, Cas, what the hell happened to you?"
"Dean!" Castiel clamped his arms around Dean, sobbing. Dean hugged him back, scared. Castiel hardly ever showed any kind of emotion, let alone this. This was too much. He looked beside him and saw Castiel's trench coat lying on the ground. He watched the sky turn black in the early evening hours in seconds, vicious lightning stabbed at the sky and thunder shook the ground. Dean could feel Castiel's heart pounding in his chest against his own so rapidly it was like humming bird's wings. His breath was quick and labored.
"Cas, Cas you gotta calm down," He looked at the angel, gaining his focus. "You have to calm down or you're gonna kill whoever's in this body with you." He knew Castiel heard him, he saw the understanding in his eyes. But Castiel's heart did not slow. His breath did not relax.
"D-Dean, I…I…" Castiel gasped.
"Shh…" Dean soothed. "Breathe with me, okay?" Dean took a slow, deep breath. Castiel copied as best as he could. Dean continued to breathe deeply, waiting for the angel to relax. He looked up at his brother, who was at an equal loss of what to do. Castiel's heart calmed to a reasonable level, his breath slower but rattling.
The rain started to pour. Castiel shivered and leaned into Dean, shielding himself.
"Okay, Cas, we're gonna get you out of here, okay?" He said. Castiel's grip tightened on Dean's shirt so much it hurt. Dean winced and hoisted Castiel up. Sam came around on the other side and pulled the angel's arm over his shoulder. As quickly as they could, the two brothers hauled him to the Impala. Sam opened the door.
Dean laid Cas down in the back seat as carefully as he could. He draped the blanket he withdrew from under the seat over him, still unsure whether or not this was a terrible nightmare or not.
"You're gonna be alright, Cas." Dean said, giving him a small reassuring smile. He started to back away. Castiel gripped his forearm with an alarming amount of strength, his eyes begging Dean not to leave.
"Cas, Cas, it's okay, relax," Dean said, gently using his other arm to take the angel's hand away. "It's okay. I'm gonna be right up there, okay? You'll be able to see me." Castiel nodded slowly and swallowed. Dean shut the car door and looked up at his brother.
"What the hell is going on?" He said. Dean shrugged.
"I have no idea. But something scared the shit out of him." He said quietly. Sam looked down at Dean's shirt, his eyes growing.
"I think they did more than that." Dean looked down, his brows furrowing. The front of his shirt was soaked in blood. As were his arms and his hands. He shook his head.
"What would hurt an angel?" He asked.
"A demon."
"Yeah, but which one? Lilith would have killed him. Alastair's dead, who did this?"
"I don't know," Sam said. "But we gotta get back to the motel room."
Dean nodded and opened the passenger side door, sliding in and looking back at the angel. Castiel's eyes were shut, his face was pale and covered in a cold sweat. He jumped when the car started, turning his face into the upholstery. Dean reached back and gently touched his hand, so as not to startle him. Despite his efforts, Castiel flinched and turned to him, wide eyed.
"It's gonna be alright." He said. Castiel relaxed, closing his eyes again.
Dean faced forward, glancing at his brother before the car pulled back on the road and headed down the highway. Dean reflexively kept glancing at the rearview mirror, making sure the angel was alright. After awhile Castiel actually fell asleep.
"PLEASE! PLEASE NO!" Castiel screamed, writhing in the shackles that bound his wrists. The horrible, horrible instrument came at him again, light glinting off the blade. He screamed, water leaking out of his eyes. He didn't know what it was. "I BEG YOU, PLEASE! NO MORE! NO MORE!" The instrument clattered to the ground with a clang. The demon came toward him, grinning that inhuman grin.
He gasped for air, the wetness in his eyes leaking further.
"Aww…" The demon cooed. "Ickle angel's crying. Poor baby." Castiel turned away from the man's horrid face, closing his eyes.
He heard the man moving around, and he knew there was more agony to come.
"You better man up," The demon said. "'Cause I'm just getting started."
"Cas! Cas, calm down!" Castiel fought against Dean, screaming and trying with all his might to get away from him.
"NO! NO, LET ME GO! PLEASE, PLEASE DON'T HURT ME!" The sky responded to his voice with a hellacious clap of thunder.
"Castiel, listen to me!" Dean held his arms down on the bed, trying to prevent him from hurting himself. "Wake up, you gotta wake up! You're gonna kill this guy, please!" He was amazed at the strength Castiel had even when he was injured like this.
Finally, the angel's eyes opened, but his nightmare stuck with him.
"Please, please don't hurt me!" He begged.
"Cas," Dean let go of his arms. "Look at me, it's alright. I'm not gonna hurt you, okay? I'm not gonna hurt you. Shh…" Castiel looked up at his charge, registering that he was there.
"I, I was th-there. I, I wasn't h-here. I-"
"Shh…" Dean soothed. "You've never had a nightmare before, have you?" Castiel shook his head.
Dean turned to Sam, who was standing off to the side. They had been carrying Castiel in when he started having the panic attack.
"It's over now, it's over. Shh…" He said. There was such innocence in his eyes, such trust. It made Dean wonder what else Castiel had never experience. "Alright, we gotta get all this blood off of you, okay?" He said. Castiel nodded weakly. Dean carefully lifted him up and headed for the bathroom. Sam turned on the water and stepped out of the bathroom, feeling slightly awkward.
Dean knelt down, Castiel's head resting on his shoulder, too exhausted to lift it. Dean literally had to peel Castiel's shirt off, and that went for most of his clothes. He carefully lifted the angel into the tub, holding him up. Castiel gasped when he felt the warm water wash over him, leaning into Dean a little more.
"It's alright, Cas. Just relax."
Castiel was still shivering, and Dean checked several times to see if the water was too cold. He wondered if Castiel might actually have a fever, or well, his vessel did.
Once the blood cleared Dean could see the wounds. Wounds that he'd seen before. Castiel winced, moaning slightly.
"Shh…" Dean said, taking his attention off of the cuts, bruises and scars.
Dean turned off the water and quickly grabbed a towel. Castiel sighed, his head falling on Dean's chest, his wet hair dripping onto his shirt.
He moved Castiel to one of the beds in the room. He covered him up with a sheet and grabbed the first aid kit.
"What can I do?" Sam asked.
"We need peroxide." Dean said. Sam nodded, grabbed the keys to the Impala and walked out of the room.
Everything seemed to have gone out of Castiel. His limbs were limp, his eyes closed, he looked as if he'd been through a war that he fought by himself.
"How do you bear this?" He whispered.
"What?" Dean asked.
"This feeling…this, this…"
"Pain." Castiel repeated.
"You've never felt it before, have you?" Dean said quietly.
"Not physical pain, no." The angel rasped. Dean winced.
"Cas, who did this to you?"
"Alastair." Castiel said, his voice cracking.
"That's not possible," Dean said quickly. "He's dead, Cas, he's dead."
"He's dead here," Castiel trembled. Dean looked at him, shaking his head slowly. "I've been in Hell, Dean."
"No, no," Dean said. Castiel shut his eyes, shaking all over at his words. "How long?"
Castiel kept his eyes closed.
"There…or here?"
"A month." Dean could hardly hear him.
"Four days here?" The broken angel nodded, still trembling uncontrollably. He looked up at Dean, tears in his eyes.
"You're the only one that can understand," He whimpered. "You're the only one." Dean scooped the angel into his arms, not knowing what else to do. Castiel sobbed into Dean's chest. The storm started up again outside. He understood now why the wounds looked so familiar. He'd received them himself. And from the same person Castiel did. Alastair was right. It's a funny world we live in.
"I…It was…Dean…" Castiel cried, once again gripping Dean so tightly it hurt.
"Shh…I know, Cas," There weren't words for it. Absolutely none. "I know."
"They took m-me to H-Hell…" He breathed. "Th-they took me t-to Hell."
"Who took you to Hell?" Dean asked. Castiel looked up at him.
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When we look at Rafa Benitez, we see a top football manager. We don't necessarily see a footballer at the height of his physical abilities.
The Real Madrid manager is 55 years old, to be fair; we wouldn't expect him to be. However, he's smashed all of our expectations in this clip - he might not be at Cristiano Ronaldo's level of tekkers, but he's still got some decent skills out on the pitch.
Running drills with the squad ahead of their Champions League match with Shakhtar Donetsk, Rafa took a lull in training as an opportunity show off his close control - nipping about with remarkable dexterity, he moved the ball around with the smooth strokes of a true artist. It was liquid football.
Throw a few keepy uppies in there and the whole thing was rather entertaining. Let's hope Real can approach the Shakhtar game with the same confidence as their manager.
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Did the Supreme Court's decision in Harrington v. Richter, 562 U.S. 86 (2011), silently abrogate the presumption set forth in Ylst v. Nunnemaker, 501 U.S. 797 (1991)—that a federal court sitting in habeas proceedings should "look through" a summary state court ruling to review the last reasoned decision—as a slim majority of the en banc Eleventh Circuit held in this case, despite the agreement of both parties that the Ylst presumption should continue to apply?
Whether a guilty plea inherently waives a defendant's right to challenge the constitutionality of his statute of conviction?
Question presented:
Whether, when this court held in Ake v. Oklahoma, 470 U.S. 68 (1985), that an indigent defendant is entitled to meaningful expert assistance for the "evaluation, preparation, and presentation of the defense," it clearly established that the expert should be independent of the prosecution.
Question presented:
Whether a defendant asserting ineffective assistance that results in a structural error must, in addition to demonstrating deficient performance, show that he was prejudiced by counsel's ineffectiveness, as held by four circuits and five state courts of last resort; or whether prejudice is presumed in such cases, as held by four other circuits and two state high courts.
Question presented:
Whether the rule established in Martinez v. Ryan, 132 S. Ct. 1309 (2012), and Trevino v. Thaler, 133 S. Ct. 1911 (2013), that ineffective state habeas counsel can be seen as cause to overcome the procedural default of a substantial ineffective assistance of trial counsel claim, also applies to procedurally defaulted, but substantial, ineffective assistance of appellate counsel claims.
Question presented:
Whether the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit erred by holding, in direct conflict with the Courts of Appeals for the First, Fourth, Seventh, and Ninth Circuits, that a naturalized American citizen can be stripped of her citizenship in a criminal proceeding based on an immaterial false statement.
Lee v. United States, USSC No. 16-327, cert. granted 12/14/16
Question presented (based on the cert. petition):
To establish prejudice under Strickland v. Washington, 466 U.S. 668 (1984), a defendant who has pleaded guilty based on deficient advice from his attorney must show "a reasonable probability that, but for counsel's errors, he would not have pleaded guilty and would have insisted on going to trial." Hill v. Lockhart, 474 U.S. 52, 59 (1985). Under this standard, is it always irrational for a noncitizen defendant with longtime legal resident status and extended family and business ties to the United States to reject a plea offer despite strong evidence of guilt because the plea would result in mandatory deportation or permanent exclusion?
Turner v. United States, USSC No. 15-1503, and Overton v. United States, USSC No. 15-1504, cert. granted, consolidated for argument and decision, 12/14/16
Question presented (as formulated by SCOTUS)
Whether the petitioners' convictions must be set aside under Brady v. Maryland, 373 U.S. 83 (1963).


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Visited on the recommendation of a local. Excellent pizza and 90 minute IPA on tap. Who could ask for more?
I love Anthony's Salad mmmm the food was top notch nice setting and ambience. but and a big but bring a winter coat it was so cold it cooled our great pizza before we were half finished. Also the staff usuall good but the time they wereNOT. I was really disappointed. They were preoccupied and there was no friendliness that we were used to. I really management catches this early. But the food was great
We visited Anthony's during a fund raiser for a local high school softball team. As always, the food was tremendous. The pizza and wings are simply delicious. Our service was quick despite a large crowd inside the restaurant.Plus, the restaurant sent the CGHS Girls Softball team a large check earned at the benefit.Thanks Anthony's.
We have been to most of the Anthony's in this part of Florida. Consistently they share certain characteristics.The food is good to very good, my favorite is the eggplant. Pizza is fine but nothing all that special to me.My problem with all of the 4 or so Anthony's that we frequent is that they cram every table side to side to optimize customer count. Then there is the noise...and I mean a lot of it. We were there on a busy Friday evening. Every table was full and anxious diners waiting outside to get in. It was impossible to hear what people at our own table were saying.I don't think I can take it any more. There are many, many pizza/Italian restaurants nearby and I will frequent them instead
we come here frequently. My wife is a big fan of thin crust pizza and this is the best! we are both sport's fans so the multiple TVs is great. we can each watch the same game or not.
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EvasThe Evason Hua Hin And Six Senses Spa is located in the quiet area of Pranburi, set amongst 20 acres of landscaped tropical gardens with lotus ponds and calming views of the Gulf of Siam. Family friendly, the resort offers a wide range of services and a welcoming atmosphere. All luxurious rooms, including 40 private pool villas, are air conditioned and offer bright, open style bathrooms with toiletries and a bath and shower, mini bar, safe, hairdryer, telephone, CD player, tea and coffee making facilities, satellite TV and a private balcony. Guests can enjoy the stunning swimming pool or get active with the various sport facilities, including 8 tennis courts, a fitness centre, Six Senses Kite Zone and there are 6 golf courses within a 30 minute drive of the resort. For those who prefer to relax, there is a library with internet access and a Spa to indulge in. Tempting dining options include various resort restaurants, including Authentic Thai and the central pool is next to the duplex bar, serving delicious meals and healthy refreshments. For leisurely drinks, the wine cellar features an extensive selection of wines and hosts regular wine tastings and the bar also serves extensive tapas and cocktails to enjoy while taking in breathtaking views of the Gulf of Siam. Other convenient services available at The Evason Hua Hin And Six Senses Spa include car rental, a gift shop and boutique and 24 hour room service.
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Top 10 Ways to Reduce Your Work Week
Even though our modern lives have an incredible number of time-saving devices, we seem to end up working more and more all the time. From time-saving devices in the home (microwave, the robot vacuum, and dishwasher, to name three), to time-saving devices at work (spreadsheets, email, Internet, etc.), we don't seem to be able to [...]
Even though our modern lives have an incredible number of time-saving devices, we seem to end up working more and more all the time. From time-saving devices in the home (microwave, the robot vacuum, and dishwasher, to name three), to time-saving devices at work (spreadsheets, email, Internet, etc.), we don't seem to be able to take advantage of the time saved and claim it for ourselves.
Let's claim that time and decide, from this day on, to work less.
Here's how:
- Reduce your work hours. Give yourself a set amount of time to work each day and each week, and stick to it. You'll find yourself becoming more productive during the time you actually work, because you have to get your stuff done faster. To help you stick with your new work hours, set appointments for 30 minutes after you're supposed to get off work. So if you tell yourself you're absolutely going to leave work at 5 p.m. (or even better, at 3 p.m.), set an appointment for 5:30 p.m. and stick to it. Make it a doctor's appointment, or a barber or beauty shop, or an appointment with your spouse or kids or workout partner. Whatever you do, stick to it. Best tip yet: cut your work week down to 4 days (or even 3). You'll find that you can do all you need to do within that time period.
- Work from home. More and more people are finding ways to work from home, to either do their current job by telecommuting or to find a new career that doesn't require them to work at the office. Consider this for yourself — write up a proposal to your boss, telling her how this will make you more productive and save money for the company. Or think of other job options that are more flexible. This step alone won't save you work hours, because you can end up working even more, but you have to combine it with step 1 above — limit your work hours in the home, and set very strict boundaries for yourself.
- Have set email or RSS times. Don't allow yourself to be available to the world every minute of the day. Set times when you will check and respond to email, or read your feed reader, or check your voicemail, and stick to them. You really don't need to be connected all the time — people were somehow able to survive without it before. Now take that time that you save from responding to email, and claim it by reducing your work hours as in step 1 above. Also, now that you're not being interrupted all the time, focus more, as in step 4 below.
- Become focused. If you want to work less, then become better at getting tasks done. That means you need to stop multi-tasking and focus on doing the task before you. Shut off all distractions, reduce distracting clutter, and focus on the one task before you. Get into a state of "flow" and really pour yourself into your task. This will make you more productive, meaning you can get more done in the smaller amount of time you set for yourself, instead of constantly becoming distracted, interrupted, and switching from task to task.
- Set time boxes. Parkinson's Law says that a task will expand to fill the time available for it. So only give yourself a limited amount of time to complete a task, and you'll do it. It may seem paradoxical, but it works. Give yourself 30 minutes to complete something, or an hour. If the task is too large to complete in an hour, break it into smaller tasks, and time box those smaller tasks.
- Do only the big tasks with big returns. Of all the tasks on your to-do list, which is the most important? Not the one that will take the most time, or that you want to do least. The most important task is the one that will give you the biggest return, however you measure that in your job. In freelance writing, that's the article that will pay the most for the least amount of time spent on it. In programming, that might be the program that will become a giant killer, that will get you a million downloads, that will make a name for you in the programming world. All the rest is just busy-work — focus only on the key tasks with the most value.
- Outsource the rest. If a task or project doesn't give you a huge amount of value, you shouldn't be doing it. Give it to someone who needs the work. Find the repetitive tasks, the ones that need to be done but that aren't worth your time, and hire someone else to do it for less. If it's something that doesn't really need to be done, eliminate it. Be ruthless with your time — you don't need to be spending a million hours working.
- Reduce your commitments. You probably have too much on your plate. If you edit your commitments, you can reduce your workload and the amount of time you need to work.
- Shut off the computer. The biggest distraction ever invented. I know, you need the computer to work. But if you set limits for how long you're on the computer, and shut it off the rest of the time, you'll find that you get everything you need done within those limits. Don't allow yourself to be on the computer all the time, or you'll never be done. There's always something else to do, something interesting to read.
- Change jobs. Does your current job not give you the flexibility to implement these tips? Then start looking for a new job. There are a million of them out there. Look online. If you've got skills (and you may have more skills than you think if you give it some thought), you can market them and find a job that fits your needs. Be confident in your skills, and ask for enough pay that you don't need to work 40 hours a week or more to make ends meet. If you work 60 hours now, and double your pay, you only need to work 30 hours. If you don't have the skills you need now, start learning them while working your current job. Important: don't quit your job until you have another lined up.
Bonus tip: Find ways to make passive income. This is income that you don't need to do much to earn every week. Investments, a web site that is self-sustaining, a business that doesn't require your active management … these are just a few ideas for passive income. This will require an initial investment of capital or time, but once it's going, you'll be making money without having to work.
Reclaim your time and suddenly you'll have a whole bunch of extra time to work on your life goals, to relax and de-stress yourself, to spend time with family and friends, to read, to educate yourself, to work on a hobby, to exercise. It'll be one of the most important things you do.
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Take your N-Strike battling to the next level with the 4-in-1 Retaliator blaster. With its three interchangeable parts, one can customize it for any kind of mission and it comes with the gear. Use the included barrel extension for long-distance accuracy or the assault grip and removable stock for a steadier shot. With four possible blaster configurations, you can dominate in any battlefield. The Quick Reload clip works with any N-Strike Elite blaster and most N-Strike blasters (sold separately), and the stock works with some other N-Strike blasters. The barrel extension's two tactical rails add plenty of N-Strike accessories for even more battle advantage. • CAUTION: Do not aim at eyes or face. • TO AVOID INJURY: Use only darts designed for this product. Do not modify darts or dart blaster.
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they go pretty clean in my jeep. they sound good, and don't distort
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With so many speakers to choose from when looking at car audio speakers, it can be hard to find the perfect pair. If you are looking for a simple replacement to your factory speakers or a slight upgrade from what came in the car, then these are the perfect speaker for you. The Blaupunkt PCxb652 ProComponent speaker system is a 2-way 6-1/2" speaker system that is designed for easy replacement of factory speakers of the same size. They have a multi-hole mounting system that allows them to screw right into the same hole that the factory speakers used, making installation a breeze. Whether you have an amplifier or not, these speakers will sound great. The polymer injected cone and treated foam surround result in a smooth sound with little distortion. No matter what your taste in music might be, these speakers will sound great.
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they go pretty clean in my jeep. they sound good, and don't distort
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April 23, 2008
I recently purchased these speakers for my parents car seeing how i blew there stock speakers :-)
These speakers can handle full volume on a stock stereo, but just turn the bass down on high volumes other wise it will be distorted. I would suggest you have these hooked up to an after market head unit, and or an amp. But other than that, these speakers are a great deal!
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Good price and great speakers. Shipped fast and prompt.
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Four of these replaced stock speakers in a Acura Integra. Great sound for the price. Would recommend to all, sound awesome off just the radio.
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Bought these for my dad to replace the blown factory speakers in his 06 f150. I wasn't really sure what to expect with these speakers, but in the end he and I are both happy with them. We only had time to put one set in the first time we tried to do it, when they were hooked up, the front two sounded better than all 4 stock speakers when they were new. Excellent quality for the price! Giving a 4 in durability, they should hold well as long as you're not trying to produce lots of bass with them.
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got these today and hooked em up (order #277847) went cheap by gettin these, was a bit worried, turns out my fears were misplaced, install was as easy as it could be since they go out of the way to include all the screw holes you could need, fit in my stock door baskets pefectly... and they get loud, and surprisingly have a lil thump to em, can turn the bass boost to 0, the HP filter on, and turn the radio all the way up, no distortion, very loud and clear, excellent value, next time i need speakers of this size or price i will definately be sticking with blaupunkt!
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(The first review I posted was for a head unit I purchase around the same time as these speakers!)
The speakers: Nice crisp sound and good for clean heavy bass. When it comes to more articulated or complex bass (as in some dance music) I would choose something different. but overall, this pair of speakers is the way to go if you're on a budget ;-)
Easy to install; all equipment worked well with my little Suzuki.
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Installation was easy enough. It took a little time to get used to the turning volume dial, but otherwise the faceplate is very ergonomic and easy to use. CD player and Aux input both work beautifully. I haven't had one problem with this head unit since I purchased it over six months ago. Great value!
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The blaupunkt pcxb652 is one of the best sounding speakers around.Perfect fit easy install better than factory.
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July 14, 2008
Solid speaker for $29.99! Installed in the rear of my 1998 Honda CR-V. I just installed a set of these in the front of a 1999 Honda CR-V and they are a DIRECT FIT! No extra hole drilling required! Do not fear the great price!
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South Bend, IN
January 25, 2008
These are excellent speakers for the money. I've always liked Blaupunkt speakers and these don't disappoint. I put 4 of them in my Colorado, front doors and back and it is a huuuuuuge improvement over the stock speakers.
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November 8, 2005
i bought these for the front speakres in my escort wagon to match the 3-way pc series in the back. after installing them i was immediately suprised at how much more clear it sounded than the stock paper speakers. also, with 50 rms, i was able to turn my radio all the way up without getting a crackaling sound. one thing i would recommend is to adjust the bass, becuase full bass on these at loud volume sounds ugly. However, subs and less bass on these can be a mean combination. awesome speakres for the price, im satisfied.
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December 21, 2009
These speakers are the same as the ones I already have in the doors in my car (Acura Integra hatchback), the 2 sound great in the doors, cant wait to get 2 more for the hatch area.
durability is a little low but not bad. just take care while installing and there wont be any problems.
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July 10, 2008
Picked these up in junction with the blaupunkt 6x9's for my 1999 honda civic for a full blaupunkt system. They were a DIRECT FIT!!! All 3 screw holes lined up perfectly and i did not have to cut the back of the door panel for the magnet to fit. These definitely rattle your ears! For being only 6.5's, they produce a great amount of bass. The tweeter also plays those highs extremely well. I can't be any happier.
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The Co-op Group has confirmed it plans to sell 298 of its small stores to the McColl's Retail Group in a £117 million deal.
The acquisition, which is subject to approval from regulators and McColl's shareholders, was revealed yesterday and will see just over 3800 Co-op staff transferred to McColl's as part of the agreement.
The news comes after rumous of the deal first emerged last month.
McColl's chief executive Jonathan Miller said the acquisition of the Co-op stores would accelerate its growth strategy.
"These stores are profitable, well invested, and the perfect size for our operating model," he said.
"We expect the transaction to be significantly earnings enhancing for our shareholders."
The news comes as the Co-op mutual plans to overhaul its retail footprint across the UK and prioritse its plans to drive up sales with own-brand products.
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"[It] is completely in line with our strategy, as these stores did not allow us to provide a sufficiently compelling own-brand offer for our members going forwards," Co-op Food chief executive Steve Murrells said.
The sell-off tied in with plans to grow Co-op's membership total to one million by 2018, while increasing the total sales to 50 per cent.
"The proceeds will be re-invested to drive sustainable growth for our members and I'm delighted that all 3808 colleagues will transfer to McColl's on the same terms and conditions," Murrells said.
McColl's said the acquisition of the stores would be partly funded by placing 10.5 million shares to new and existing investors with the aim of raising £13.1 million.
McColl's, which currently owns 933 convenience stores across the UK and 433 Martin's newsagents, said the acquisition would bolster sales.
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Dame Maggie Smith as Lady Violet Crawley, the Dowager Countess of Grantham, in Downton Abbey: "When people get too chummy with me, I like to call them by the wrong name to let them know I don't really care about them." More
3/10/14 6:23a "Downton Abbey" The Problem With Nature There's So Much Of It'' The Dowager Countess Violet at Duneagle in Scotland. huffingtonpost.co.uk