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Regret. Fear. Depression. Anxiety. Are these the typical emotions or feelings that we normally would associate with a long, healthy and mutually profitable relationship with a customer?
Imagine the upbeat testimonial you would get from a customer who experienced these emotions about buying from you: "I was filled with self-loathing about my decision to buy from XYZ, Inc. But despite my doubts and anxieties about their product's abilities to meet our requirements it hasn't been as bad as I feared."
The fact is that buyer's remorse often points to a missed opportunity on the part of a seller to prevent it from occurring in the first place. Buyer's remorse is a signal from your customer that their decision to purchase from you was not an affirmative choice to buy the absolute best option. Instead, it points to your customer's decision being one of choosing what they perceived to be the least bad, or least risky, of their alternatives. In short, buyer's remorse is a sign that you didn't establish a sufficient level of trust with the prospect and make yourself their clear choice.
Risk is a trigger for fear, regret and anxiety. When a customer chooses to buy from you, the person making the decision may have a lot at stake personally. A buyer could fear that if your product or service doesn't perform as promised it could negatively affect their career. A buyer's anxiety could be based on the fear that a manager or peer inside the company will challenge his or her decision based on the perception of a better solution being available..
To mitigate this perception of risk, and to give your customer the cure for buyer's remorse before it happens, you have to make it easy for the customer to choose you by providing value throughout the sales process. Here are 4 fear-reducing, and trust-building, steps to take:
Put The Customer First
Your prospects want to make fully informed purchase decisions with the least investment of their time possible. To make good decisions, they need timely information and insights from you about the products or services they are evaluating. The key is to make it a priority to always be responsive and only use your prospect's time only when you have value to deliver. Remember, being responsive is not the same as being the first to respond. Incomplete answers to questions, even if they are delivered quickly, is the same as not responding at all. Waste the prospect's time and they'll stop giving it to you. Make the prospect a priority and they'll notice.
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Even better than providing insights to your prospects is to ask them insightful questions that will help them better understand their requirements and the ultimate solution they need. Delivering insights in the form of questions involves the prospect in developing the answer to the questions. Which means your customer begins to collaborate with you and develop ownership in the solution that you are selling. What are the three big insightful questions that you can ask that will help shape what the buyer envisions to be the optimal solution to their needs? Remember, you have to earn some trust from the prospect before they will feel comfortable sharing answers these questions. Make sure you've invested your time to understand the prospect's business and their concerns and be able to talk in their language. Then, they'll be more open and will begin to collaborate with you.
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To make informed decisions buyers need context for the information you have provided them. One of the best forms of context is 3rd party validation. Buyers will take comfort from knowing that others before them have made this journey with you. This validation can come from white papers, case studies, video testimonials or customer reference calls. Another way to provide context and validation to a prospect is through simple, well-crafted sales stories that quickly illustrate how other customers have used your product or service to solve problems similar to theirs. (Read Chapters 34-37 in my book Amp Up Your Sales to learn how to develop and master telling these stories.)
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Right-sizing means to align the size of your offer with the customer's tolerance for risk. Don't confuse their budget with the decision maker's tolerance for risk. Your prospect may have the requirement for 10 widgets but they could be anxious about your ability to perform. Or they may be concerned about their own ability to perform. So, reduce their perceived decision-risk and implementation-risk by proposing to sell and install 1 widget. Establish a track record with the first widget delivery and then sell them 9 more. This will let your customer sleep and night and will eliminate many anxious phone calls. Putting the interests of the customer first in this way is sound strategy to increase trust.
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|Town employee Kurt Hugo (above), along with Billie Eubank, are interpreters at the Urbanna Visitor's Center/Museum in the historic Old Tobacco Warehouse, which is a colonial structure that was built in the 1700s as a Scottish "factor's" store where retail business was conducted. The Urbanna Visitor's Center opened last weekend and will be open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through the summer and fall from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Photo by Larry Chowning)
by Larry Chowning
Even in modern times, mystery has surrounded the old colonial building on Virginia Street in the Town of Urbanna that for decades has been called the Old Tobacco Warehouse.
No one can recall when the building was not referred to as that, but what was it really? In the 1930s, a tobacco company approached the owner of the building about purchasing the structure, dismantling it, and setting it up as an exhibit on the history of the tobacco trade in America for the 1939 World Fair in New York. At the time, the building was being used as a rental home and in need of major repairs.
The idea of dismantling it and taking away one of the oldest buildings in town brought out the vinegar in several local women, who felt it needed to stay where it was. They launched an aggressive campaign to keep the tobacco company from purchasing it.
That group of women were members of the Middlesex County Woman's Club and they encouraged the club to get involved. Their efforts to stop the acquisition led to the creation of the Ralph Wormeley Branch of the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities (APVA).
The local APVA purchased the building and over the next 20 years it was sparingly maintained as funding was scarce. In 1958, funds were found to sponsor a "Report On A Building At Urbanna, Virginia" to evaluate the historical significance of the old structure. The project was conducted by professional historians and archeologists. The object of the report was to determine the building's "place in the history of Virginia and its connection to the tobacco industry" and if it was, indeed, worth restoring.
Dr. Wesley Newton Laing, an experienced university professor of history, was hired to oversee the report. He concluded the building was built in the colonial period and used as a Scottish merchants store that dealt in a variety of goods, including tobacco, but that it was not a warehouse for the storage of hogsheads filled with tobacco. Laing determined the building was built between 1763-1767 and was one of the oldest buildings of its kind in America. He encouraged the APVA to restore it.
During the 18th century when currency was being established in America, a trade pattern of exchanging tobacco for various items imported from Europe was used. Tobacco growers could trade their tobacco at a store, such as the one in Urbanna, for goods from England. The tobacco was stored in hogsheads (large barrels) weighing over 1,000 pounds when filled and was housed in warehouses where they sat until ships from England picked them up.
Dr. Laing's report stated the building was once owned by James Mill & Co., a Scottish merchant. "The Scots merchants and their stores of the colonial period have not to our knowledge been given their rightful place in colonial history," the report stated. "Along with the planter, the lawyer, the clergyman and the soldier, these merchants formed a tough sinew of colonial economy.
"They performed the beginning of the banking structure, they imported and sold everything from pills to plows and petticoats, shoes, saddles and stationery, and were places of assembly and gossip," the report stated.
Restoration of the building began in 1964 and, upon completion, the Urbanna Town Library, forerunner of today's Middlesex County Library, was moved from the Woman's Club building to the restored mercantile store.
In 1997, the Town of Urbanna acquired the building from the APVA and had a second restoration, making it handicapped accessible and converted into the town visitor's center.
The facility is now open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Saturday through the fall, and interpreters are available to speak on the history of the building and the town, and answer questions from visitors.


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A professional skydiver with two decades of experience and more than 16,000 jumps to his credit, Luke Aikins has a lifelong history of tackling aviation challenges that are out of the ordinary. He's one of the few people with the background and body awareness to envision, fabricate and safely resolve the most precarious situations that Felix Baumgartner could encounter on his descent. Whether he's suggesting a new parachute configuration, innovating drogue deployment or determining optimal flight postures, Luke is the test subject for the mission team, willingly throwing himself into worst-case scenarios. He also works one-on-one with Felix during intensive airborne training sessions.
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We are a wellness center offering Pilates, Athletic conditioning, and nutritional counseling We are primarily a mind/body exercise studio.
Target Market is 25-65 Year Old, (75%Female 25%Male) Middle/Upper Income, Healthy, Athletic and Wellness Oriented - looking to improve their physical fitness and nutrition.
The Name of the Studio is "Hot Buddha"
One idea was to have a seated Buddha with an exposed tummy with a "ripped" very defined muscular abdominal/stomach area. The Buddha would be draped with traditional and colorful robe or garment and the traditional necklace.
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Background Sunshine would be a good way to convey the Energy and Vitality.
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by Lou Mancinelli
Vendors at the Chestnut Hill Farmers' Market are worried their businesses will suffer greatly and perhaps ultimately fail if forced to compete with the North Carolina-based Fresh Market at the former Magarity Chevrolet site, they said in separate interviews with the Local Friday afternoon.
The proposed construction is part of the Bowman Properties development proposal for 8200 Germantown Ave., revealed last spring. A few community residents who spoke to the Local on the Avenue echoed the comments we heard inside the market. They said the current scale of the project is too big, but, in large part, were in favor of a scaled-back proposal.
In addition to the grocery store, development plans include an additional retail location and the construction of 14 condominiums on top of the building to create a five-story, 60-foot-high structure. In all, the project would bring 6,500 square feet of new retail space to the Avenue. Current designs also include the construction of nine $1million townhomes on Shawnee Street, across from Pastorius Park.
Farmers' Market merchants said they were worried that their small independent stores will be unable to compete with the lower prices offered by a large market. The collection of privately-owned stands offers fresh cuisine and groceries from Thursday through Saturday each week. It features authentic Trinidadian, Mexican and Middle Eastern food, among others.
While owners fear their businesses will be hurt initially if the Fresh Market opens, they said they are hopeful loyal customers will return to the Farmers' Market, located at 8229 Germantown Ave. to support the family-owned shops and the type of business relationships with customers they offer.
"I can't imagine how a bigger market going there is not going to hurt us," said Claudette Campbell, owner of Calypso, the recently expanded Trinidadian eatery. "Eventually it's gonna be our demise."
Campbell said people who are unaccustomed to ethnic flavors, might try prepared food at the Fresh Market and think it is great and find no need to cross the street and visit the Farmers' Market.
"I'd rather it wouldn't come, because it could hurt the business," said Twyla Weaver, co-owner of Neidermyer's Poultry. Weaver and her husband, Travis, purchased the stand six months ago.
"I think it might affect us in the beginning, but we have a strong customer base."
Other Farmers Market vendors wondered how the Market would fit Chestnut Hill.
"In my opinion I see Chestnut Hill as more of a quaint atmosphere," said Beverly Loux, who with her husband, Ron, owns Poppy Seeds Bakery.
"Although people say it will bring more people to the area," Loux said, "I think it will also detract from the small quaint mom-and-pop type store."
Steve Rice, owner of Rice's Meats for the last six years was more certain about his feelings.
"We don't want 'em here," he said. "Farmers' Markets are dying out because they are not open too many days a week. I hate to see them die out. The idea about Farmers' Markets is the food is fresh. The animals were killed this week. Who knows how old the stuff is in the supermarket."
But not all the market merchants were worried.
Longtime market mainstay Jim Ranck, owner of Ranck's Meats, who has operated his fresh meat and poultry counter in the Farmers' Market for 28 years, thinks the competition might be good for the Farmers Market.
"I think it's going to be the best thing to happen to Chestnut Hill in a long, long time," Ranck said. "I think it will bring people in for food and shopping that have never been to Chestnut Hill before."
"It's gonna be our responsibility as fellow merchants to attract new people to come across the street and experience what the rest of Chestnut Hill has experienced for the past 28 years," he said.
He said the business at the market slowed when Weaver's Way opened, and it will slow again if, and when, Fresh Market opens. But once the novelty wears off, it will be back to "survival of the fittest – a lot of places have come and gone [in here] over the years."
While a few local residents who talked to the Local were not against the Bowman proposal, they did not offer their full support.
"I want the design to be coherent with Chestnut Hill architecture," said Meghan Anderson as she walked along the Avenue.
"In general, I feel like [the Fresh Market is] not something that needs to be here," said Sam Biddle, who was raised in the area. "We already have the Superfresh and Co-op."
"I think it's too big," said Marjorie Little, a 20-year resident of the 8300 block of Shawnee Street, as she shopped inside the Farmers' Market Friday. "It's too tall."
While Little, who has attended a few of the community meetings about the issue, praised the people from Bowman Properties for designing what she said were some beautiful developments, she said she thinks the current proposal needs to be scaled-back. She credited the developer and the CHCA for their attention to the civic process, and working with the community to determine a suitable plan.
"I think people are trying operate in good faith," Little said. "Everyone realizes it isn't good for Chestnut Hill to have vacant lot. The spirit of the meetings has not been no development. It's been this is too big, it's too much."
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I am not a Bronco fan when it is football season, but I am a Bronco fan when they do awesome stuff like this and I stand up and give them the Mile High Salute! In the wake of the tragedy that was the shooting at the premier of 'Dark Knight Rises' in Aurora, these Bronco players stepped up to bring smiles to the victims recovering in the hospital.
Ryan Clady, Eric Decker, Ben Garland, Chris Kuper, Joe Mays, Jacob Tamme and former Bronco Brian Dawkins spent Sunday afternoon visiting the victims and they listened to the stories from that night. Even Payton Manning was in on making people smile by calling some of the patients earlier that afternoon.
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It was just such a tragic event. You just wish that things like that never happened, but it did and my heart goes out to all the family members and loved ones. Today, we just wanted to come here and speak to those that were in the hospital and just talk to them a little bit. We just wanted to show extra support to them."
Brian Dawkins said;
When a tragedy happens to us as people, what I quickly do is think, 'What if that was me? What if that was my brother? Or what if that was a friend going through that?'It's such a surreal thing that can happen in any place. So, I wanted to get in here and visit as many people as I could as quickly as possible to just bring a smile to their faces in the midst of what they're going through right now."
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Jim Righeimer was elected Tuesday night by his peers to be the next mayor of Costa Mesa.
The 3-2 vote during the City Council meeting — with Councilwomen Wendy Leece and Sandy Genis dissenting — puts him in the largely ceremonial role for the next two years alongside Councilman Steve Mensinger, who after a 4-1 vote took the mayor pro tem seat.
Since first being elected to the dais in 2010, Righeimer has been a vocal proponent of addressing the city's pension liabilities through enacting a city charter and laying off employees, among other measures. The former failed at the Nov. 6 general election by a wide margin; the latter he eventually called off after the proposed number dropped from more than 200 pink slips to about 70.
Such hard-line measures, while currying him favor in fiscally conservative circles, have brought about the ire of organized labor and some community activist groups, which both campaigned against and raised more than $500,000 to defeat the proposed charter, dubbed Measure V on the ballot.
Leece had sought both the mayor and mayor pro tem seats but ultimately failed to garner enough votes for either.
The majority of residents spoke in favor of Leece for mayor, citing her community involvement, six years of council experience — including two as mayor pro tem — and supportive attendance at many city events.
Those favoring Righeimer credited him for his business know-how and willingness to tackle difficult issues, such as pensions.
Righeimer said the upcoming council of the next four years will face another recession and will need to find different ways for the city to operate.
"Because in the end, the public still expects us to deliver the services that we have to deliver," he said. "It is not popular … I do absolutely want to apologize for the way that I've had to be to force some of these issues through. And if I could have done them differently, I would have."
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Deforestation Image via Shutterstock
A collaboration between NASA researchers at Ames laboratory in California and the environmental news and watchdog site, Mongabay has created a tool that tracks global deforestation—the Global Forest Disturbance Alert system. The online system works by compiling information of the Earth's surface collected by orbiting satellites. By doing so, it looks for signs of forest loss down to five square kilometers. The system hopes to highlight the 50,000 square miles of forest that are lost each year.
The Global Forest Disturbance Alert System, also known as GloF-DAS, will provide environmentalists with the ability to pinpoint areas that are being deforested on a quarterly basis. The satellite data is collected by NASA's Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) and then developed at NASA Ames Research Center by the Carnegie-Ames-Stanford Approach (CASA) ecosystem modeling team.
It is then compared to global vegetation index images, that were taken at the exact same time period each year in consecutive years. If it detects a change of more than 40% to an area of 5km x 5km, then it sends out an alert. Of course, seasonal variation has been taken into account in the product's design.
"We hope the timeliness of these forest change observations will provide stakeholders in forest conservation more opportunities to make sustainable management decisions," said Christopher Potter, Senior Research Scientist at NASA Ames Research Center.
The recently launched Indonesian version of the application hopes to help local correspondents investigate some deforestation hotspots identified in the country. It is hoped GloF-DAS will improve transparency around forest use in Indonesia, which is experiencing high rates of deforestation due to mining, conversion for oil palm estates and pulp and paper plantations, and agriculture.
Click here to get GloF-DAS for free from Mongabay's website.
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We know that the Asians like to do things a little differently… and so it's probably best not to judge as things often have different meanings there, but it's hard with this one. It literally is a condom ice cream. An ice cream in a condom… when you cut the tip, the ice cream shoots out of the tip – in a very jizz-like fashion and your supposed to put your mouth to it and let it, well, evacuate inside of your mouth.
Yeah, erm… talk about not making eye contact when eating a banana.


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The DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife is reminding recreational crabbers to make sure that a turtle by-catch device is installed in their crab pots before using them.
The DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife is reminding recreational crabbers to make sure that a turtle by-catch device is installed in their crab pots before using them.
State regulations on crabbing include:·
-A Delaware recreational fishing license is required for crabbing.·
-Recreational crabbers may not use, place, set or tend more than two crab pots.
-Recreational crab pots must be tended by the owner at least once every 72 hours and must be marked with white buoys with the owner's name and permanent mailing address. ·
-A turtle by-catch reduction device is required to be attached in the funnel entrance of recreational crab pots to reduce the possibility of diamondback terrapins entering the pots and drowning. The device is a rigid rectangular frame made of metal or plastic that measures 1.75 inches by 4.75 inches. By-catch devices are available at local tackle shops or may be handmade of heavy wire.·
-Recreational crabbers may use any number of hand lines, traps or trot lines (no length limit).·
- Minimum "keeper" size for male blue crabs and immature female crabs with the V-shaped apron is 5 inches, measured across the shell from point to point.·
-Mature female crabs, identified by the U-shaped apron, are exempt from the minimum size of 5 inches because many females reach maturity at a smaller size. ·
-Mature female blue crabs bearing eggs, known as sponge crabs and recognizable by the orange eggs visible under the apron, may not be taken and must be returned to the water immediately. ·
-The recreational daily limit on blue crabs is one bushel per person.
Also, recreational anglers who fish, crab or clam in tidal or non-tidal waters statewide must have a valid Delaware fishing license. A resident annual fishing license costs $8.50 for ages 16 through 64. Higher license prices apply to non-resident anglers. Anglers under the age of 16 and residents age 65 and older are not required to purchase fishing licenses in Delaware.
For more information, call (302) 739-9914 or visit delaware-fin.com.


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BIRMINGHAM, Ala.—Results have been posted from today's Drury Inn & Suites Cross Country Invitational at Veterans Park in Hoover, Ala.
Host team Birmingham-Southern fared well, placing first among non-Division I schools on both the men's and women's sides. The Panther women had the top six non-Division I finishers, and the men had the top three. Sophomore Kelsey Holdbrooks led the women and was first overall among non-DI runners with a 5K time of 20:47.76, while freshman Chris Roberts led the BSC men and was also first among all athletes—at all levels—with an 8K time of 28:37.97.
"I could not be more proud of the way our teams competed today!" Head Coach Kenneth Cox said. "For a first time meet and a chance to race at home, they approached an experienced course well. Thank you to all that came out to support the race. It was a lot of fun putting it together and we look forward to next year!"
Women's 5K Results (All Divisions)
Women's 5K Results (Division I)
Women's 5K Results (Division II & III)
Men's 8K Results (All Divisions)


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Retiring (most likely) Redskins linebacker London Fletcher, one of the most respected players in the NFL, has some advice for coach Mike Shanahan and owner Daniel Snyder.
Work it out.
Fletcher, who said he's 99-percent sure he'll retire, is 100-percent certain that Shanahan should remain the team's head coach.
"The way I look at it, I think Coach Shanahan is a great coach," Fletcher told reporters, via 106.7 The Fan in D.C. "Any player who's played for him, probably 95 percent of the guys who've played for him, would love playing for him. "
Even though he admitted that it sounds "crazy," Fletcher thinks Shanahan should get an extension, so that he's not a lame duck in 2014.
"As I look at the current situation, I think coach Shanahan is definitely the right guy," Fletcher said. "I think Mr. Snyder would be wise to let him see this thing through. Obviously, there's going to have to be some changes made because right now we've won three ball games. Even if we win these next two, we'll have five games. So there is change that needs to take place, but I don't think it needs to be with the head coach.
"I feel like he's the right guy for it. I think Coach Shanahan will have to have a conversation with Mr. Snyder at the end of the year, let them get some time, maybe a week or two, let the season get past them, and let them two just get into a room and really say, 'Hey, What's the situation? How do we move forward? How do we get this thing right?'"
Fletcher believes that stability in the coaching position becomes critical to success, and he's right. The Redskins haven't had that continuity. Firing Shanahan would only underscore the lack of stability.


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Mustang MonthlyFeatured Vehicles
1968 Ford Shelby GT350 Convertible - Rare Finds
His plan was to build a '65 GT350 R-model clone for vintage racing. He didn't know that his adventure would net him a real Shelby Mustang that had been in storage since 1979.
Last April, Shane Fowler drove three hours north of his home in Layfayette, Louisiana, to pick up the shell of a '65 Mustang fastback. His plan was to build a '65 GT350 R-model clone for vintage racing. He didn't know that his adventure would net him a real Shelby Mustang that had been in storage since 1979.
"I told the guy I liked Shelbys," Shane told us. "He said he knew about one sitting in a warehouse one town over. He thought the guy would sell it."
Shane could hardly believe what he was hearing. Most "rare find" Shelbys are long gone, plus '68 Shelby GT350 convertibles are extremely rare-just 404 built. The nearby town was a dot on the map called Chatham. The man gave Shane a name-Jerry Gentry-and phone number.
Too often Mustangs with stripes turn out to be just that-Mustangs with stripes. By phone, Gentry said his car was a real '68 GT350 convertible, Highland Green with black interior, white top, white stripes, and four-speed with air conditioning. The price wasn't cheap, but still sounded like a good deal. Shane rounded up the cash and headed to Chatham to see if he could make a deal.
Gentry led Shane to an old warehouse where the '68 GT350 convertible sat in parts and pieces. The owner was a contractor, which explained the wood scattered around the old Shelby.
Gentry was the third owner of 8T03J205203-03027. Luckily, the Shelby VIN plate was intact. The first 11 characters make up the Ford VIN. The last five digits are the Shelby consecutive unit number. Shane could have easily looked up this car in the Shelby World Registry, where he would have learned that the convertible originally sold through Speede Ford in Minden, Louisiana, about 65 miles west of where the car sat.
The body had a little rust in each of the rear quarter-panels, on the driver-side floorpan, and at the front of each door. Otherwise, the vintage metal was solid.
Apparently, in the early 1970s someone had pulled the original J-code 302 and four-speed to install a 302 with C4 automatic. The engine bay was now empty and the transmission gone, too. However, a trio of complete engines-a pair of 289s and a real '70 Boss 302-went with the car.
The Shelby wore rare 14-inch Spyder wheels from Motor Wheel Company. It originally came with full wheel covers, and they were included in the deal.
Shane was sure of the car's heritage, but what killed the deal was the lack of a title. He decided to return home and do more research before forking over a stack of hundred dollar bills for a car with no title.
"Not many people knew where the car was and it wasn't advertised, so I walked away," Shane explained. "But I stayed in contact."
Shane talked to the owner about once a month as he researched titles. With help from the DMV, Shane found the registration and laid out "seven bucks" for a re-issued title. In August, he purchased the car at a reduced price and trucked the GT350 home in boxes. Selling the Boss 302 engine will recoup part of the purchase price.
Shane admits, "I wasn't as interested in buying the car as much as finding a Shelby, especially sitting there like that."
Shane already had a '68 Shelby GT350 convertible. Now he owns two.
Addendum: As a collector and enthusiast, Shane would like to see the Boss 302 engine returned to its original chassis. The VIN stamped on the block is 0 (F or T) 148443. Shane says the assembly plant code is either F or T, he can't tell for sure. Whoever has a '70 Boss 302 with consecutive unit number 148443, your original engine is waiting. Just contact us at email@example.com. We'll get you in touch with Shane.


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I. Becoming a Member
How do I become a Member?
To become a Member:
1. Join online
2. Complete an application form and mail it along with your dues to the Membership Department
3. Stop by the Admissions Desk at HMH
4. Call (713) 527-1616 during regular Museum hours
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II. Membership Levels & Benefits
New! Complimentary Admission Members will receive complimentary admission to galleries & exhibit halls.
New! Free Audio Tours for Members As an added benefit, members can enjoy audio tours any time they wish to take a tour of our main exhibit.
New! Complimentary Admission to Lectures & Films Members will receive a designated number of complimentary admissions to lectures or films based on their level of membership. This benefit starts at the Chairman level.
New! Guest Passes Sociability plays such an important part in museum-going, so much so that we want to offer our members the opportunity to bring guests to the museum or events. This benefit starts at the Chairman level.
New! Leadership Circle The leadership circle includes the top three levels of membership Guardian ($5,000), Benefactor ($2,500), & Patron ($1,000). These are levels of membership with exclusive membership benefits for special events and programming.
New! Senior Citizen Discount of 10% Any Level Seniors will receive (with the exception of the Ally level) a 10% discount for any level of their choice.
New! Military and Civil Servant Discount of 10% Any Level As an over-all thank you for their service, we would like to offer a membership discount to our servicemen and women who serve our country. Military and Civil Servants receive a 10% discount for any level of their choice.
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III. Questions for Admission
What should I do if I don't have my card when I visit?
When you arrive at the Museum, simply present a photo ID at the Membership Services Desk. You are encouraged to show your membership card and photo ID whenever possible, to be admitted more quickly.
Can I let my relatives or neighbors use my membership?
Your membership card and privileges are nontransferable. They are valid only for the person(s) named on the membership account.
When will I receive my membership cards?
Please allow 2-3 weeks after purchasing your membership for your cards to arrive. If you have not received your cards by then, please call the Membership Department at 713-527-1616 or e-mail email@example.com.
I think I have lost my cards or never received them. What do I do?
Call the Membership Department at 713-527-1616 or notify staff at one of the Membership Services Desks. If you are certain you have lost your card, we will charge a $10 fee for any replacement cards.
How many cards do I receive?
When you receive your membership acknowledgement by mail, you will receive one card for the Ally or Individual levels and two cards for the Dual ($75) level or higher.
May I designate a secondary Membership card holder?
Yes! Starting at the Dual ($75) level and above, Members receive a second card in the name of a family member or friend of their choosing.
How do I upgrade my Membership?
You may upgrade at any time. Simply pay the difference between your current level of Membership and the level to which you want to upgrade and your new benefits are immediate! Just stop by our Admissions Desk during your next visit or call us at (713) 527-1616.
How long is my Membership valid?
Your Membership is valid for one year. Memberships expire at the end of the month in which you purchased your level of membership. If you renew before the month of your current expiration date then your 12 months of Membership will be added to your current expiration date and the benefits that you have will rollover.
How can I change my name and/or address and continue to receive mail from the Museum?
By providing your new name and/or address to the Membership Department by phone (713) 527-1616 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
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IV. Guests and Event Passes (Only for Chairman level and higher)
How do I redeem my benefit of free guest and event passes?
You will be mailed your complimentary guest and event passes along with your membership card. Just bring your passes to our Admissions Desk and we will validate it so you or your guest can receive free entry.
Do I have to be present for someone to use the free guest passes that come with the membership?
No. The member does not have to be present for a guest to use the free guest passes.
May I bring a guest to members-only preview parties or other events?
All membership events - including exhibition openings - may be attended by the individual(s) only covered in the membership level. If you are at the Chairman level or higher, you may use your free Guest Passes on this occasion.
When do my free guest and event passes expire?
Your free guest and event passes are part of your benefits package as a Member. As long as your Membership remains active and you have not let it expire, then all benefits remain active. Once your Membership expires then any benefits also expire and cannot be retrieved or rollover even if you renew at a later date.
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V. Admission
How do I use my Membership cards for my free museums admission and discounts?
Upon arrival, simply show your Membership card or photo ID at the Admissions Desk and you will receive your complimentary admissions tickets and discount at the Museum Store.
Can I apply my admission tickets to purchase a HMH Membership?
Yes! During your same day visit you can apply museums admission to a new or renewing membership. Stop by our Admissions Desk with your receipt and we will help you calculate your savings.
Is there a time when admission tickets are reduced?
Admission is free of charge on Thursday afternoons between 2:00 to 5:00 pm. The Museum closes at 5:00 p.m. Please plan your visit to allow adequate time to tour the main exhibit and galleries. A complete tour generally takes a minimum of two hours.
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VI. Reciprocal Membership
Can I use my membership to get a discount at other museums?
Yes! At the Director ($100) level and above, you are entitled to participate in the North American Museum Reciprocal Program, which provides complimentary general admission free or member admission during regular museum hours and member discounts at museum shops and concert or lecture tickets. Please see the Museum Reciprocal Programs listing site for a complete list of participating museums.
Is my membership reciprocal with other museums in Houston?
At this time, there is not a level that provides membership to all the rich and diverse museums in Houston. For more information about other museums in Houston, visit the Houston Museum District Association Web site.
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VII. E-mail
Why does the Museum request my e-mail address?
For starters, to be green! Communicating with our members via our monthly e-newsletter saves the Museum printing, mailing, and postage costs, as well as a tree or two. Also members on our e-mail list are the first to find out about upcoming events, activities, and Museum news. It is the best way to remain up to date on timely Museum news. We do not share e-mail addresses with other organizations, and you may opt-out of this service at any time. Also, visit our Web site for comprehensive Museum information.
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VIII. Renewals
If I mailed in my renewal notice recently with payment but then received another notice in the mail, did you receive my payment?
It takes up to two weeks to receive and process a renewal payment. If you sent in your payment please disregard the second notice that crossed in the mail.
If I have mailed in my renewal and have not yet received my renewal confirmation letter, can I visit the Museum anyway?
Yes! Simply stop by our Admissions Desk. They will verify that your renewal has been received.
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IX. Events
Will there be "Member-Only" events?
Yes! Throughout the year, there will be several opportunities for members to visit the Museum at exclusive members-only events. Check out our member events page for upcoming activities.
How can I find out about members-only events?
Our events are advertised through member e-mails. An invitation is mailed for some events.
How can I stay informed about exhibitions, programming, and events?
The quickest way to check out all the fun is on our website's daily calendar. A periodic newsletter is sent to all members who share their e-mail addresses with us. Content includes information about upcoming events, breaking reports, and exhibition openings. It is the best way to remain up to date on timely Museum news.
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X. Matching Gift
My company has a matching gifts program. Is HMH eligible to receive the matching gift?
Yes! The Internal Revenue Service has identified HMH as a non-profit organization and, as such, is eligible to receive your company's matching gift. Please fill out the form you have obtained from your company. Matching gifts may be applied at any time during the 12 months of your membership. Please note that matching gifts are considered donations and may not be used to upgrade or extend memberships.
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XI. Gift Memberships
Can I give a Membership as a gift?
Absolutely! Memberships make great birthday, graduation, wedding, anniversary, or holiday gifts for family, friends, and/or business associates. Gift Memberships are available by calling (713) 527-1616.
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XII. Tax Deductibility
Are memberships tax-deductible?
Yes! Membership contributions are tax-deductible, to the extent allowed by law, in the following amounts:
Chairman ($198); President ($448); Patron ($824); Benefactor ($2,248); Guardian ($4,572). The Ally, Individual, Dual, and Director levels are fully tax-deductible.
You may decline benefits when making your gift for a full tax deduction. All gifts to the Holocaust Museum Houston are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. In compliance with IRS tax reporting laws, the amount of your charitable contribution is limited to the excess of your payment over the value of goods or services provided by the Museum. The Holocaust Museum Houston tax identification number is 76-0331398. You may decline benefits when making your gift for a full tax deduction.
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XIII. Special Membership Groups (Affinity Groups)
What is an Affinity Group?
In addition to the benefits you receive at your membership level, we invite you to join one of the museum's Affinity groups. Each exciting group is comprised of individuals who have chosen an even deeper commitment to Holocaust Museum Houston through social networking, educational programming and service projects.
What are the HMH Affinity Groups?
XIV. Questions?
My question has not been addressed here. How do I find the answer?
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California Utility Agrees to Buy 553 Megawatts of Solar Power
August 6, 2007
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) announced on July 25 that it has agreed to buy power from a 553-megawatt solar thermal power plant to be located in California's Mojave Desert. Solel-MSP-1 plans to build the Mojave Solar Park using its parabolic trough technology, which employs long rows of trough-shaped mirrors that concentrate the sun's heat onto a "receiver" tube. The vacuum-insulated tubing carries a fluid that is heated to high temperatures and is then used to boil water. The steam drives a turbine and generator to produce power. The Solel facility will cover about nine square miles, featuring 1.2 million mirrors and 317 miles of vacuum tubing. When fully operational in 2011, the Mojave Solar Park will produce enough electricity to meet the average annual needs of 400,000 homes in PG&E's service territory. The new contract is the largest solar power agreement in the world. Visit the PG&E press release for more information.
In recent years, California utilities have signed a number of agreements to buy electricity from solar thermal power plants, but none of the new facilities have yet to materialize. Last year, PG&E signed an agreement with another parabolic trough company for 500 megawatts of solar thermal power. In 2005, PG&E's neighbors to the south—Southern California Edison and the San Diego Gas and Electric Company—signed on for 500 megawatts and 300 megawatts of solar thermal power, respectively. Those projects intended to deploy arrays of dish-shaped mirrors that focus sunlight onto Stirling heat engines.
While California utilities have big plans for solar thermal power, the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) is leading a new project to study the feasibility of building a solar thermal power plant in New Mexico. The project will involve establishing a team of experts from electric utilities, engineering firms, and DOE national laboratories, including the National Renewable Energy Laboratory and Sandia National Laboratories. That team will perform a feasibility study for a solar thermal plant that will be 50 to 500 megawatts in capacity. The study will be finished by the end of this year, and if it finds the project to be feasible, the project will advance to a design and permitting phase, followed by a construction phase. EPRI is working on the project with PNM, a utility in New Mexico, as well as several other utilities that operate in the Southwest. Visit the EPRI press release for more information.
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It was the kind of concert that you walked in thinking about, underwent intermission thinking about and left thinking about, too.
That's because the Chicago Symphony Orchestra's single-night, stop-on-the-tour performance Feb. 17 in Costa Mesa wasn't the kind expected. You know, the kind where the master ensemble freshly reproduces an old favorite for all to enjoy yet again — an admirable practice, albeit a common one.
Instead we were treated to the dusting off of the uncommon — César Franck's Symphony in D minor and Arthur Honegger's "Pacific 231" — and a new experience altogether, Mason Bates' "Alternative Energy."
It was, like the name of Bates' new opus suggests, alternative. And very thought-provoking.
Things began in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Hall with Dean Corey, president and executive director of the Philharmonic Society of Orange County, speaking about how Chicago was here. Finally.
Before Feb. 17, it had been 25 years since the much-lauded orchestra from the Windy City had been in O.C.
The Chicago Symphony came on Corey's birthday, no less. On that Friday he turned 65 and was greeted with a four-tiered cake, happy singing and merry playing from the orchestra.
Then came the show.
Led by Riccardo Muti, the renowned Italian conductor who's been leading Chicago since September 2010, things began with "Pacific 231." The most menacing piece with its mechanistic influences was nicely executed — brassy, rhythmic and driving — though what came next was even better.
"Alternative Energy" has four movements: "Ford's Farm, 1896"; "Chicago, 2012"; "Xinjiang Province, 2112"; and "Reykjavik, 2222." The composer dubs it an "energy symphony."
There is energy aplenty in the work, notably in the form of fiddle-playing in "Ford's Farm" played by concertmaster Robert Chen, though he was sometimes hard to hear. There was car cranks by percussionist Cynthia Yeh, who also drummed on something resembling — to me, at least — a car bumper.
With all the synchronized electronic thumps that whirled about, the rainforest ambient sounds and a few other surprises, I found it to be one of those pieces of music that appeals to the gut, not the heart. It's an intellectual exercise, not an exercise of emotion.
Still, I liked it.
Of course, opinions about such a divisive work will vary. Features Editor Imran Vittachi, who attended the concert with me, called "Alternative Energy" an interesting and unusual piece, though "too eclectic and herky-jerky" for his liking. Our difference of opinion was likely quite common among the concert patrons.
As they say, to each his own.
Bates was there to perform it that evening. Dressed in all black, he did his thing to his music on his Mac. (Surely a PC wouldn't be hip enough.)
He was met with a standing ovation after "Alternative Energy" ended. It precluded the intermission where I surmised that people were talking less about the weather and more about the music they just heard.
The Franck symphony was sumptuous, emotional, serene — a real antithesis to the two works before it.
I loved Chicago's euphonious strings, take-no-prisoners brass and Muti's straightforward conducting.
It was an unmistakable sound from an unmistakably great orchestra.
There will be a free organ recital with Craig S. Williams at 3 p.m. Sunday at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 600 St. Andrews Road, Newport Beach.
Williams is the organist and choirmaster for the Cadet Chapel at the U.S. MilitaryAcademy. At the chapel in West Point, N.Y., he plays on the world's largest church organ.
The concert is being dubbed "A Day at the Opera and other West Point Musical Legacies." It seeks to musically share the legacy of Frederick C. Mayer, Cadet Chapel's first organist and choirmaster, who served from 1911 to 1954.
St. Andrew's organ has more than 5,100 pipes over 93 ranks. The church's organist, Jung-A Lee, is also scheduled to play a duet with Williams.
A free-will offering will be accepted.
Next week, the Pacific Symphony will be playing alongside Korean pianist Joyce Yang. The featured work is Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor. Michael Stern of the Kansas City Symphony is the guest conductor
Tickets start at $25 to the 8 p.m. concerts from March 1 to March 3 in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Hall. For more information, visit http://www.pacificsymphony.org or call (714) 755-5799.
BRADLEY ZINT is a copy editor for the Daily Pilot and a classically trained musician. Email him story ideas at email@example.com.


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Woodies DIY & Athletics Ireland Cross Country Championships
We've just sent the Woodies DIY & Athletics Ireland Cross Country Championships posters and promotional material to print in preparation for the big race day Sunday 7th of March.
Mark Kenneally has confirmed his participation after a stunning 8th place finish in the SPAR European Cross Championship in Santry just before Christmas, while Linda Byrne is the favourite for the womens crown despite strong competition from Maria McCambridge and Fionnula Britton… read the full article here.
Good luck to all involved!


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Well, it is actually a good way to share. Each one gets some.
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So I knocked a full bottle of red wine over in my kitchen today, and it smashed and flooded my carpet with red wine. Smooth, eh?
Fortunately, I was saved by the Internet: a solution of Dawn dishwashing soap and hydrogen peroxide took the stain out beautifully without wrecking the carpet's coloring. Chemistry is cool.
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Forget the familiar tech titans that have become household names. Some of the newer technology names hold the most potential for gains, CNBC's "Fast Money" pros said Tuesday.
Joe Terranova of Virtus Investment Partners said that he's not looking to such names as Microsoft, Intel or Hewlett-Packard.
"That story has passed," he said. "This is about Qualcomm. This is about Sandisk. This is about Apple, Skyworks, Cirrus."
"If you are looking for stabilization, or a trough in the marketplace in technology itself, you're not going to look at these older technology names. You're going to look at these newer technology names," he said.


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ONETIME- Termite Terrace: Wood-borers gone wild
One time, I went out to look at a termite job. The fella hadn't had his house inspected in probably twenty years. He probably weighed about 450 pounds, and couldn't get underneath his house– which was on a crawlspace– to look around down there.
So I went underneath it, and all I could see was a mass of termite tubes around the foundation. It was so bad it looked like the only thing that was keeping the house together was termites holding hands.
He asked me what was wrong, and I told him. He thought it was funny, but I said, "I wish you could take a look to see how bad it is." The guy said, 'Hold on a minute.'
He went out to his garage, got his chainsaw, and cut a hole in the kitchen floor big enough for him to get down in there and see. And the guy was shocked. Even the section of floor he pulled out was loaded with termites.
They had eaten through the walls, rafters– everything. The guy considered refinancing it, but bulldozing it was cheaper. So he did.
One of your biggest investments is your home, so have a yearly inspection for termites. Have a termite company come out and give you a complimentary inspection.
You can get a preventive termite treatment with a warranty, so that, on a yearly basis, you will have your house re-inspected. Just make sure it's a reputable company, one that's been around for a while and is in good standing with the Better Business Bureau.
And a lot of companies, aside from termites, will look for other wood-destroying insects— woodborers, powder post beetles– and for moisture problems that cause fungus and mold to grow underneath your home. They will look at your foundation vents to see if you're getting the correct air flow and balance underneath.
A house with too much moisture will have problems in the crawlspace, including fungus that will eventually pull the wood apart. You want to get the air flow mixture just right.
Wood-boring insects love pine and spruce, which a lot of homes around here were built with. Here in Albemarle, we're also surrounded by woods, and insects can easily come over from them into your home. So, especially around here, it's a good feeling knowing that your house will be inspected every year.


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Senate kicks off shutdown saga
Senate Democratic leaders may only keep the government open for less than two months as part of a deal to end the latest fiscal crisis now consuming Washington, sources said Monday.
Monday began a week of high-level maneuvering on Capitol Hill, with each of the four leaders beginning to weigh how to proceed on what could become a defining moment for the 113th Congress and Barack Obama's presidency.
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The central question at the heart of the wrangling is the funding of Obamacare, the three-year old law that swept many congressional conservatives into Washington.
( VIDEO: Major players to watch in shutdown showdown on Capitol Hill)
The Senate's top two Republican leaders — Mitch McConnell of Kentucky and John Cornyn of Texas — announced the push to defund the law wasn't enough for them to block the stop-gap spending measure in the Senate. And Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) is strongly considering advancing an amendment that would keep the government open until Nov. 15, rather than Dec. 15 as spelled out by the House-passed bill. He may also strip the House plan of a provision regarding how the U.S. should handle a potential debt default, sources say.
But after a week of theatrics, the Senate will eventually pass his amendment to strip out the Obamacare defunding language and keep the government operating — likely over the weekend — just hours before the government is set to shut down on Oct. 1.
Then the question becomes: What will John Boehner do?
( Also on POLITICO: McConnell, Cornyn won't back Cruz tactic)
Boehner, House Majority Leader Eric Cantor (R-Va.) and Majority Whip Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) will be faced with one of the most complicated, and politically sensitive decisions of their majority just hours before the first government shutdown since Bill Clinton's presidency.
The speaker and his lieutenants could simply pass the Senate bill, which will almost certainly include funding for Obamacare. This would happen only if enough Republicans are convinced that they can win a fight to delay Obamacare's individual mandate when the debt ceiling needs to be lifted in the coming weeks.
Or, if Boehner is still faced with restive lawmakers in his ranks, he could amend the bill with elements to appease the right, sending the legislation back to the Senate and risk a shutdown. If that happens, some Republicans fear the political backlash for their party.
"I don't tell them what do to, I just know what happens when you shut down the government," said Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.), who added he'd vote to break a filibuster to block the stop-gap bill this week. "If they want to shut it down again, that's their desire. Same move, same ending, different way of getting there."
( Also on POLITICO: A continuing war on the continuing resolution)
The issue of what Boehner would do if he was presented with a clean CR came up in a meeting of House Republican deputy whips last week. McCarthy removed staff from the room, and urged his team to stick together, according to sources present.
The overall strategy is unclear to all parties involved. There have been discussions between McConnell and Boehner's teams about when the bill could reach the House, but nothing has been finalized yet as the Senate's cumbersome floor proceedings begin to play out .
No decisions on legislative strategy have been made for a simple reason: Boehner and GOP leadership have no idea how Republicans will feel when they return to Washington later this week. They'll get a sense of that on Thursday.
Although they're unlikely to say it publicly, House leadership's preferred option is to avoid a government shutdown by passing a clean CR. But in order for that to happen, rank-and-file GOP lawmakers need to be convinced that they would be better served fighting for a delay of the Obamacare as part of a package to raise the nation's debt ceiling. To help pave that path, Republicans will pass a debt ceiling bill late this week. If things go smoothly, a clean CR could pass with both Republicans and Democrats — and a shutdown would be averted.
( WATCH: McCain says defunding option "not rational")
But if the angst is overwhelming, and House Republicans are hungering for a fight, Boehner will be forced to slap an amendment onto the CR and send it back to the Senate. One option, according to sources, is language that would repeal the medical device tax in the health care law, a tax that is highly unpopular with both parties. Another option is to include language stripping lawmakers — and potentially staff — of federal contributions to pay for their insurance costs under Obamacare.


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• Updated with 140 pages of new scientific evidence that solidifies the hypothesis that the KGB, CIA, and NASA attempted to suppress
• An awe-inspiring work of research that calls for a profound reappraisal of our role in the universe
• Over 10,000 copies sold in its first two months of release in Britain
Publication of The Sirius Mystery in 1976 set the world abuzz with talk of an extraterrestrial origin to human civilization and triggered a 15-year persecution campaign against Robert Temple by the KGB, CIA, NASA, and other government agencies. Undaunted, however, Temple is back, with 140 pages of new scientific evidence that makes his hypothesis more compelling than ever.
Many authors have speculated on the subject of extraterrestrial contact, but never before has such detailed evidence been presented. Temple applies his in-depth knowledge of ancient history, mythology, Pythagorean physics, chaos theory, and Greek, to a close examination of the measurements of the Great Pyramid of Giza, which was built to align directly with the star Sirius. He concludes that the alien civilization of Sirius and our own civilization are part of the same harmonic system, and are destined to function and resonate together. His findings warrant a profound reappraisal of our role in the universe.
The Sirius Mystery
New Scientific Evidence of Alien Contact 5,000 Years Ago
Author's Note
1 The Sirius Mystery Today
What is the Mystery
Part One
The Sirius Question is posed
2 The Knowledge of the Dragon
Part Two
The Sirius Question is Rephrased
3 A Fairytale
4 The Sacred Fifty
5 The Hounds of Hell
6 The Oracle Centres
7 Origins of the Dogon
8 The Rising of 'Serpent's Tooth'
Part Three
Beyond the Mystery
9 A Fable
I 'A Sudanese Sirius System', By M. Griaule and G. Dieterlen
II The Moons of the Planets, the Planets around Stars, and Revolutions and Rotations of Bodies in Space - Described by the Neoplatonic Philosopher Proclus
III The Surviving Fragment of Berossus, in English Translation
IV Why Sixty Years?
V The Meaning of the E at Delphi
VI Why the Hittites were at Hebron in Palestine
VII The Dogon Stages of Initiation
VIII A Note about Freemasonry
Notes to the Plates
"Before dismissing Mr. Temple's theme as fantasy or science fiction one should read his well-documented book and examine his case without prejudice."


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Muscle Mustangs & Fast FordsFeatured Vehicles
2015 Ford Mustang - Ready to Rock!
After 50 years, the Mustang goes global— reflecting its roots and providing power, economy, and best of all, performance.
Fifty years. That's how long Ford's been producing America's favorite ponycar.
Can you believe it? It debuted on April 17, 1964, and its history is storied. From the streets to the track, the Mustang is a winner. There's hardly a group of owners more dedicated to a specific brand, make, or model, so it's serious business when Ford tools up a new Stang.
"The Ford Mustang inspires passion like no other car," said Raj Nair, Ford group vice president, Global Product Development. "The visceral look, sound, and performance of Mustang resonates with people, even if they never drove one," he added.
Ford recognizes the importance of its Mustang, and that's why the heart and soul of Dearborn resides in the 2015. Based on the styling and a barrage of technology, the '15 looks to be a superstar. Improvements come in power, handling, economy, safety, connectivity, and for the first time ever, it will be sold globally.
Ford tells us there are over 200 Mustang clubs worldwide, including Iceland. The Ford Mustang Facebook page has nearly 6,000,000 Likes, and you can find a Mustang or Ford event virtually every weekend.
The latest fastback and covertible models, dubbed S550, follows the S197 and Fox platforms, each of which had lengthy runs and helped to grow the legions of fans. Yet with any all-new Mustang comes a radical departure in styling and chassis, and the 2015 Mustang is not immune.
The hype surrounding this Mustang is colossal, the commentary is reaching epic proportions. Renderings were everywhere and speculation was viral, as enthusiasts demanded what this Mustang should encompass. Ford, in turn, used the power of the Internet to extend its reach, thus providing a global debut for its global car, which we're sure many of you witnessed on December 5.
We caught a glimpse last fall and were pleased with the style, technology, and upgraded powertrains—but we were surprised at the same time. The '15 screams Mustang—but it's not the look many were anticipating. Like most, we expected the styling to reflect the Evos concept car (which most of the renderings were based on), but Ford tossed us a curve. The next-gen Mustang maintains beloved classic cues, all with creatively sculpted lines and unmistakable clarity.
The 2015 Mustang is aggressive in all the right places. Its presence is strong, its lines and proportions fitting for the time.
Shown side by side, you'll see the evolution from the 2014 to the 2015, but also the touches from the current Ford styling, especially in the blunt nose. "We crafted this car with the goal of creating a contemporary interpretation of Mustang," said Jim Farley, executive vice president of Ford Global Marketing, Sales, and Service and Lincoln. "An American automotive icon that symbolizes optimism and freedom for millions of people around the world."
Equally impressive are the mechanical and technological changes, such as the new front and rear suspensions. The Mustang now features a perimeter subframe, designed to "stiffen the structure, yet reduce mass, and provide a better foundation for more predictable wheel control that will benefit steering and ride." Of course, there is the addition of the IRS and 300-plus-horsepower, Ecoboost, 2.3L four-cylinder.
Mustang Style
It's critical that Ford get the Mustang right, considering it will now sell worldwide, but Ford says the Mustang team didn't compromise. The 2015 Mustang is aggressive in all the right places. Its presence is strong, its lines and proportions fitting for the time. It makes a statement, but it's not offensive.
"This car is the essence of Ford on a good day," said Farley. "We're connected to the brand, and with that, the team pursued the actual vehicle." This essence is evident in the long nose fitted to a wide, low body that is hunkered down and ready for action. The stance is predicated on where the tires are in relation to the body structure, and for 2015, the A-pillar is moved rearward 30 mm, so there is a longer hood, though the wheelbase remains at 107 inches. Proportionally, the roof is lowered 38 mm, the hood is lowered 32 mm, and the decklid is dropped an amazing 70 mm.
Ford added 11 mm between the cowl and the front wheels, the wrap-around headlamps blend with current styling trends, and the grille opening is clean with a large mouth. The styled fascia is also clean, and there's no longer a defined bumper. With longer fenders, the A-pillar (and greenhouse) is set rearward, and there is a sharp bodyline running the length of the fenders at the top. There is a cowl bump in the hood, with lines that mimic the fenders.
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While hardly retro, the '15 was enhanced with touches from the '69 Mustang. Gone is the defined B-pillar—the side glass flows neatly into the quarter windows, which kick up at the back. Ford chose not to go with the familiar C-scoop. Instead, the new Stang is defined with sharp, almost drastic bodylines that define the sides. The wider track allows for kicked-out wheel openings, which give it a mini-widebody effect.
Up top, the C-pillar (or sail panel) produces the sporty fastback design that extends deep into the decklid. Mustang fans will rejoice as the tail is much more nicely shaped than the outgoing car. It's striking from the rear, especially the shoulders at the top of each quarter-panel. The tribar taillights fit neatly in a blackout cove that is angled sharply forward. This produces the aspect of speed, even at rest. Down below is a faux diffuser, and now the backup light is molded into the lower portion of the fascia. Ford also used a thin third brake light mounted at the top of the backlight (rear glass) to maintain a clean look.
"The Mustang has universal appeal," said Nair, "Not just in the US, but around the rest of the world. My favorite car is the Boss 302 and we wanted to get that level of balance in the total lineup." Mustang will be sold in Europe (Germany, United Kingdom, France, Switzerland, and so on), plus China and Australia. These are all new markets, and those customers have various wants and needs.
Power and Driveline
Not since 1986 have enthusiasts been able to select between a turbo-four, V-6, or a V-8. No SVO, the new 2.3L Ecoboost is designed specifically for the Mustang, and will benefit from direct injection, twin independent variable cam timing, and a twin-scroll turbo to reduce lag. It sports a steel crank and trick three-port cylinder head to deliver power and projected best-in-class fuel economy. It will deliver more than 305 hp and 300-plus lb-ft. This will breathe new life into an untapped Mustang segment, as we expect the aftermarket to run rampant with tunes and components for maximum power and performance.
Returning is the potent 3.7L V-6, but with more power. "It will be worthy of the Mustang badge," said Dave Pericak, Ford Mustang chief engineer. But the big gun remains the popular Coyote 5.0L, and you can expect more power thanks to enhanced breathing. Ford incorporated larger valves and cams, and revised heads with improved port design. Strength comes from Sintered-iron, forged, Boss-like 302 rods and springs, so we're anticipating a high redline, upwards of 7,500 rpm.
The 5.0L also sports a new intake (we're guessing lower profile), with charge motion-control valves to improve stability at idle and mid-range throttle response. According to Ford, "The variable cam timing on the intake side has a greater range of adjustment thanks to mid-lock phasers." The 5.0L Coyote also gets redesigned piston tops and a balanced forged crank.
Power is transferred though either a six-speed manual or auto, but both are enhanced for improved performance. The manual features a revised shift linkage for shorter throws and precise smooth shifting. Those opting for the Select-Shift automatic can also take control with the steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifts with rev-matching for downshifting. The auto also gets a redesigned case with lighter internals.
Chassis & Suspension
Ford is touting its IRS-equipped Mustang suspension as world-class with handling being Boss-like, if not better, and with unprecedented ride quality and all-around performance. And while straight-liners may consider the IRS a hindrance, we expect it to be robust, though not the ticket for regular trips in the 9s.
The IRS is an integral-link independent rear suspension. "The geometry, springs, dampers, and bushings all have been specifically modified and tuned for this high-performance application," said Pericak. The benchmark was the Boss 302, and Ford says the '15 equals or surpasses its handling, feel, and the level of confidence it inspires.
The front end now utilizes MacPherson struts, a double-ball-joint spindle with twin lower links (per side, rather than heavier A-arms), and a mild antiroll bar. This arrangement allows for larger brakes and improves steering feedback. According to Nair, "It's easier to drive at the limit. It will flatter the novice and reward the expert."
Three brake packages are available: V-6 Mustangs get two-piston calipers with 12-inch rotors, however, order the Ecoboost and you can upgrade to 14-inch rotors with four-piston calipers. The 14-inchers are standard on the GT, but track dawgs will surely go for the massive 15-inch rotors (upsized 15- percent from the GT500) with six-piston calipers to enjoy optimum braking. Furthermore, there are booster and pedal improvements, all designed to enhance driver feel.
Technology Takeover
Ford has invested heavily into technology and connectivity, so expect a slathering of electronic goodness. The popular Track Apps returns and is standard on the GT and optional on the Ecoboost model. Launch control is standard on the V-8 and gauges will feature a 160-mph speed with text reading Ground Speed and 8,000-rpm tach (with revolutions per minute) spelled out, plus oil pressure and vacuum/boost gauges.
The Mustang has been mechanically and electronically optimized in the critical areas, such as the PCM and ABS, all to enhance the driving experience and driving style. Together the 2015 Mustang features as many as 20 new technologies. These include pushbutton start, toggles for selectable driving modes such as Normal, Sport, Track, and Snow, plus extras like tire pressure monitoring (per wheel).
"The advanced new Ford-developed stability control system is tuned to maximize Mustang's dynamic capabilities," said Pericak. "It has torque vectoring that directs engine power to individual wheels to help keep the car on course." Systems like the SYNC AppLink allow drivers to use their smartphone apps to control entertainment. We're also anxious to try the SYNC, MyKey, and enhanced MyColor gauges.
Enhancements can also be found in the Shaker Pro audio system, blind-spot monitoring, and cross-traffic alert, and Mustang owners will enjoy remote starting and remote window-open options.
Mustang Interior
The front office of just about any Mustang has been appropriately styled, and the 2015 has been upgraded with an aeronautical theme. Joel Piaskowski, director of exterior design for the Americas, calls it McQueen cool. "With an honesty of materials. It sets the groundwork for the development of the Mustang."
Ford stuck with the twin round cannons for speedo and tach, but spread slightly to fit a larger info screen in between. Mustang also retains the eyebrows atop the dash, but tucked underneath is a newly shaped face to the IP (instrument panel) that has a gentle curve, with a trio of vents in the center and a pair of more rectangular vents on each end. Working from the bottom of the center stack, you'll find the push-to-start button and toggle switches (a la Ford GT) for various controls, then the climate controls, and above that is the large MyTouch screen.
Engineers improved ergonomics by nudging the shifter to the left and sliding the cup holders to the right. There's also a new leather-wrapped steering wheel with built-in controls for the usual stuff, plus the aforementioned paddles for shifting on auto-equipped Stangs. We found the wheel comfortable and the pedal placement smartly located.
Occupants are lowered 20 mm and there is more overall interior room. There are also outlets for USB and 12V devices, more softness in the interior, and true metal-plated finishes, plus visibility is improved. Trunk space is increased, and the pass-through from seats to trunk is 40 mm wider. Additionally, the IRS design creates more interior space, which provides rear-seat occupants with more hip and shoulder room.
Ford will naturally offer a convertible and a multitude of trim levels. The ragtop is smartly appointed and specifically engineered with many improvements, including a center-mounted latch for the top.
Finding a Mustang to suit your needs will be easy, and we expect a few specialty models to follow shortly after the release of the '15. Soon we'll put the S550 Mustang through its paces, so stay tuned for a road and track report. We'd love to hear you comments, so feel free to contact me (firstname.lastname@example.com). In the meantime, check out www.musclemustangfastfords.com for more exciting info on your favorite Fords.
|Unitized welded steel body, aluminum hood and front fenders
|Fastback and Convertible
|Final assembly location
|Flat Rock, Michigan
3.7-liter Ti-VCT V-6
2.3-liter EcoBoost I-4
5.0-liter Ti-VCT V-8
|Aluminum block and heads
|Aluminum block and head
|Aluminum block and heads
|Intake manifold
|Composite shell-welded with runner pack
|Composite shell-welded with runner pack
|Composite shell-welded with runner pack and charge motion control valves
|Exhaust manifold
|Cast iron
|Three-port integrated into aluminum head
|Stainless steel tubular headers
|DOHC, four valves per cylinder, twin independent variable camshaft timing
|DOHC, four valves per cylinder, twin independent variable camshaft timing
|DOHC, four valves per cylinder, twin independent variable camshaft timing
|Valve diameter/lift
|Intake 37 mm/10 mm, exhaust 31 mm/9.7 mm
|Intake 31 mm/8.31 mm, exhaust 30 mm/7.42 mm
|Intake 37.3 mm/13 mm, exhaust 31.8 mm/13 mm
|Cast aluminum
|Cast aluminum
|Cast aluminum
|Connecting rods
|Forged steel
|Forged steel
|Forged steel
|Distributor-less with coil-on-plug
|Distributor-less with coil-on-plug
|Distributor-less with coil-on-plug
|Bore x stroke
|3.76 x 3.41 inch/95.5 x 86.7 mm
|3.45 x 3.7 inch/87.55 x 94 mm
|3.63 x 3.65 inch/92.2 x 92.7 mm
|227 ci/3,727 cc
|140 ci/2,300 cc
|302 ci/4,951 cc
|Compression ratio
|Engine control system
|300 @ 6,500 rpm (projected)
|>305 @ 5,500 rpm (projected)
|>420 @ 6,500 rpm (projected)
|270 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm (projected)
|>300 lb-ft @ 2,500-4,500 rpm (projected)
|>396 lb-ft @ 4,250 rpm (projected)
|Recommended fuel
|Regular unleaded (87 octane)
|Regular unleaded (87 octane)
|Premium unleaded (91 octane, 87 minimum)
|Fuel capacity
|16 gallons
|15.5 gallons
|16 gallons
|Fuel delivery
|Sequential multiport electronic
|Direct injection
|Sequential multiport electronic
|Oil capacity
|Six quarts 5W-20 with filter (10,000-mile service interval)
|Six quarts 5W-30 with filter (10,000-mile service interval)
|Eight quarts 5W-20 with filter (10,000-mile service interval)
|Rear-wheel drive with limited-slip differential
3.7-liter Ti-VCT V-6
2.3-liter EcoBoost I-4
5.0-liter Ti-VCT V-8
|Six-speed manual with Hill Start Assist
|Final drive
|3.15:1, 3.55:1 (optional)
|3.31:1, 3.55:1 (Performance Package)
|3.31:1, 3.55:1 (optional), 3.73:1 Torsen (Performance Package)
|Six-speed automatic with paddle shifters
Gear ratios
|Final drive
|3.15:1, 3.55:1 (optional)
|3.15:1, 3.31:1 (optional), 3.55:1 (Performance Package)
|3.15:1, 3.55:1 (optional)
|Double-ball-joint independent MacPherson strut and tubular stabilizer bar
|Integral-link independent with coil springs, solid stabilizer bar, and twin- or mono-tube dampers (application-specific)
|Electric power-assisted steering with rack-and-pinion gear
|Turning circle, curb-to-curb
|36.5 feet/11.1 meters (17-inch wheels), 37.8 feet/11.5 meters (18-inch and 19-inch wheels), 40.0 feet/12.2 meters (Performance Package and 20-inch wheels)
3.7-liter Ti-VCT V-6
2.3-liter EcoBoost I-4
5.0-liter Ti-VCT V-8
|Four-wheel power disc brakes with four-sensor, four-channel anti-lock braking system and AdvanceTrac electronic stability control
|Four-wheel power disc brakes with four-sensor, four-channel anti-lock braking system and AdvanceTrac electronic stability control
|Four-wheel power disc brakes with four-sensor, four-channel anti-lock braking system and AdvanceTrac electronic stability control
|320 (12.6 inch) x 30-mm vented discs, twin-piston 43mm floating aluminum calipers
|320 (12.6 inch) x 30-mm vented discs, twin-piston 43mm floating aluminum calipers; Performance Package:352 (13.9 inch) x 32mm vented discs, four-piston 46mm fixed aluminum calipers
|352 (13.9 inch) x 32mm vented discs, four-piston 46mm fixed aluminum calipers; Performance Package: 380 (15.0 inch) x 34mm vented discs, Brembo six-piston 36mm fixed aluminum calipers
|320 (12.6 inch) x 12mm solid discs, single-piston 45mm floating aluminum calipers, integral parking brake
|320 (12.6 inch) x 12mm solid discs, single-piston 45mm floating aluminum calipers, integral parking brake; Performance Package: 330 (13.0 inch) x 25mm vented discs, single-piston 45mm floating iron calipers, integral parking brake
|330 (13.0 inch) x 25mm vented discs, single-piston 45mm floating iron calipers, integral parking brake; Performance Package: 330 (13.0 inch) x 25mm vented discs, single-piston 45mm floating iron calipers, integral parking brake
|17 x 7.5-inch 235/55R H A/S
|17 x 7.5-inch 235/55R H A/S
|18 x 8.0-inch 235/50R W A/S
|18 x 8.0-inch 235/50R W A/S
|18 x 8.0-inch 235/50R W A/S, 19 x 8.5-inch 255/40R W A/S, 20 x 9.0-inch 265/35R W summer; Performance Package: 19 x 9.0-inch 255/40R Y summer
|19 x 8.5-inch 255/40R W A/S, 20 x 9.0-inch 265/35R W summer; Performance Package: front, 19 x 9.0-inch 255/40R, rear, 19 x 9.5-inch 275/40R Y summer