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To facilitate customers in customising their magic mug, we show the mug in white colour here. The actual mug is in full with selected colour.
Feel the magic with this mug when you pour in any hot drink. It's a totally unique gift to surprise or even FRIGHTEN your friends and beloved ones.
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Created exactly as designed. Delivery on time. ^_^
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Arrived safe and sound. Pretty good print quality too. Highly recommended.
It would be good if there were a black mug option too instead of just the default white one.
Something is just much more memorable to see than to speak..i love this so much..have been searching for ages and most of it prices were too expensive but printcious caught my interest with various custom gifts & discounts too..??
Nice one. But i prefer the traditional mug next time.
The mug is quiet beautiful and my friend is very likes it. I was satisfied the speed of parcel arrived.
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My friend really love this birthday present , I will come back order again
Parcel delivery is safe, color of the magic mug is nice and also the design of the magic mug is totally same as what I've designed. But, a suggestion for your company is the box that to put the magic mug need to have a design or any sign to let customer to differentiate the magic mug because I've ordered 2 magic mug...It's difficult for me to differentiate the mug because and I need to open the mug and wrap back the mug... Sorry for any disrespectful..
The colour of the picture was nice and clear.I like it very much.Thank you.
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Easy to design with our own ideas.
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Love the printing, it is excellent! Thank you so much! :)
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Love this magic mug and the magic works great. Delivery in good condition too. Improvement needed to hide the designs completely when it is in cool mode.
Special thanks to Henry with his great customer service where he replied my email on non working days and speedy arrangement on delivery.
The magic works well and the picture was revealed from bottom to top.. It was a wonderful surprise for a birthday gift..
Kakak saya kata "magic sungguh hadioh mung bagi, letok air panas keluar gambo." Maknanya dia suka, maka saya gembira. Good Job Printcious Team.
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Magic mug yang sangat menarik. Gambar di mug seperti yang dihantar. Gambar yang jelas dan cantik.
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Fast delivery and received in good condition. :)
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Ordered 2 magic mugs and a cushion recently. Good quality products and the latest order was delivered in 2 days.
Excellent service and on time delivery. I have ordered twice and didnt get disappointed although the order was requested to be made earlier for a special occasions. Thank you Printcious! Keep up the wonderful work.
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The mug made a perfect gift for our teacher. Ordering was easy and it was delivered a couple days later. Very pleased
I've made purchases of color mugs before and they came in with good quality as expected. Recently, I purchased a Magic Mug for Mother's Day and the delivery was so fast. I also received the mug in good condition with quality. The customized mug turn out so beautiful. Tq for making our gifts.
This is my third order. loved it. the printing is neat and high quality printing.
I ordered mugs designed by the late Mihlyle Afiq. The mugs were beautifully printed and I received the products as promised within the said period.
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We all have a lot to be worried about this Thanksgiving. Family and friends out of work, wars, terrorism, myriad crises, economic uncertainty.
But we will have one more, very important thing to be thankful for at our house this year. My wife's sister (who lives with us) went into the hospital two weeks ago. We didn't know whether she would live through the night.
Two weeks in intensive care, and many times things did not look good. More than once we discussed funeral plans.
Her problems multiplied and cascaded into nerve-wracking days for all of us – my sons and me, but even more so my wife, who has spent copious amounts of time at the hospital.
But now, my sister-in-law has been transferred out of the hospital into a long-term, acute care facility. And although it is still a long road, there is light ahead.
And this Thanksgiving, when we sit down to give thanks, we will all have something special to be thankful about.

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Our eyes lock. It's more than a passing glance.
There is no escaping the judgment behind the eyes – it's the reason we avoid the eyes of beggars; their gaze pierces our being, sometimes uncomfortably destabilizing our moral consciousness. And here I stand looking at you, wondering what you are seeing. My leather shoes, slacks and button down shirt, what do they mean to you? They must resemble your own fashion – that which I was trying to emulate – but I must wear them differently. Or maybe you notice my grown beard and uncommon features, certainly indicators of my foreign origin if my clothes managed to fool you? When you see me, do you see a paunchy and rich tourist as the street vendors are keen to believe I am? Or do you wonder what sort of purpose has brought me here, to this remote part of your humble island…
Have I felt your joys or known the depths of your sorrows? Behind your eyes I imagine many memories are stored that would be difficult for me to understand. Yet as I walk past you and our eyes separate – it was only a split moment – I wonder how similar our lives are despite their differences. Think what you will but in a blink I am gone from your sight; at the least a young man in a tuk-tuk passing through town. The fumes of the tuk-tuk dissipate between us and I see you fading; a man sitting on a tire, momentarily distracted from a conversation.
Like so many others your face will soon be forgotten. I will have no recollection of you or your town… the only souvenir of our encounter will be the feelings you evoked from me, feelings which only the unfiltered gaze can incite. With this gift of yours I will remember you, though I must apologize for you will remain faceless. (Though isn't the greatest gift that which is given with no expectations of returns, including praise or even a memory?)
If our eyes did not meet, it would have been hard for me to feel (or know, though it is not a knowledge of the mind)that you have a world of your own, with challenges, aspirations, disappointments and celebrations. Too often people pass me by, and it is as if they cease existing as quickly as they began to exist.
Through sight a web is illuminated that connects everyone, extending from you, the city watch-dealer to the farmer who grew your rice 5km away, to the young Muslim woman who sewed his favorite Sarong, to her vocational training instructor working in Jaffna… These relationships come to life and envelop me in their folds; the whole process demanding only some educated guesswork and a little creativity.
The world suddenly becomes a much larger place in which I am just another being struggling to make life meaningful. The connections between us exist whether we feel them or not, and perhaps by making an effort to feel them we can share each other's burden, utilize our strengths to make up for our weaknesses. You remind me that blood is blood, and despite our tendencies to create divisions, our efforts to unite beyond them will cultivate a peace with roots so deep it will withstand the incendiary temptations of conflict.


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We publish high quality poetry of any length.
The editor looks for work that displays a virtuoso use of language . Poems that strive to express ideas in arresting images which surprise and delight.
Metaphors so original we get a tinge of jealousy after reading.
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the unsung and the overlooked , whose events and characters are so memorable, we return to them hours and days later. We love to read brave poems that are sent out in to the world like ' messages in a bottle'.


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MEDFORD, Ore. (AP) — Police investigating an early morning explosion outside a prosecutor's office in Southern Oregon were chasing several leads Thursday, including reports of a sports car speeding from the scene, as they work to figure out who was responsible for the device that blew out windows, but did no serious damage.
Medford Police Chief Tim George said a person who lives about two blocks from the Jackson County district attorney's office was outside about 4:30 a.m. Wednesday, heard the blast and then saw the car speed by.
"In a vehicle like that, when a guy is going through the gears, it was obvious to the witness who saw it they weren't sticking around, or were in a hurry to get someplace," George said.
The vehicle was described as a dark, two-door convertible.
Dozens of federal investigators specializing in bomb attacks from around the Northwest have gathered to help sift through the evidence left when the device partially detonated in front of the Jackson County District Attorney's Office. No one was injured in the blast.
Police said a 5-gallon propane tank similar to what someone might use in a gas barbecue was apparently part of the device, but didn't explode. If it had, the blast might have destroyed the one-story brick building.
Investigators from state and local police, the FBI, and the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, finished gathering up the bits of evidence left from the blast, George said.
District Attorney Beth Heckert said her staff of about 30 people was moving back into the office after doing some cleaning up and resuming normal operations, such as trials and grand jury proceedings.
"People are apprehensive," she said. "But by the same token, we are not going to be intimidated by someone doing something like this. We've faced threats in the past. They haven't had this result. I think that kind of startles people and makes people realize we do deal with a lot of dangerous criminals."
Meanwhile, police were going door to door in the neighborhood asking for any outdoor surveillance video that might show something, George said. Investigators have already reviewed videos from business and government buildings.
There were no surveillance cameras working at the district attorney's office, Heckert said.
Police were also trying to track down two people seen running through the neighborhood at the time of the blast. One seen by a resident may have been carrying a flashlight. One spotted by a policeman got away, and a tracking dog failed to find the person.
George said investigators were looking at other explosions around the region, including two in Coos Bay targeting a cross-shaped veterans memorial and a prayer chapel, but there was no evidence that they were connected.


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Japonais is really nice! It's a very elegant modern sushi restaurant/lounge that attracts Chicago's posh crowd. It's expensive but worth visiting for the decoration alone. It's a great place to celebrate a special occasion especially in the summer because they open the terrace and you can have drinks along the river. The tables outside are usually reserved but there is still plenty of room to stand and enjoy drinking with your pals. The lines on the weekends get long so get there early.
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Can you briefly summarize how the band formed and what you do in Destroy Destroy Destroy?
I am the guitarist and one of the original members. we formed in january 2003. we all met while attending college at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) in the Recording Program.
Your lyrics are infused with heavy detail and raw emotion. What is it that normally gives you inspiration when writing lyrics and is there a concept behind the writing of Battle Sluts?
we write about fantasy, war, ancient realms, far away lands, and mythical beasts. The concept with Battle Sluts is that we are a
band of evil warriors traveling the lands and conquering all in our path.
When it came to releasing Battle Sluts how did that whole package come together? What was the recording process like, how long did you have, was their any pressure on you?
fans like the new stuff. it was much more thought out and cohesive. I produced the record so I did in in pieces here and there
in my own studio. I was working on 2 other records at the time so the exact amount of time it took to record this one is pretty much a variable. When fans pick up a copy they can expect very orchestral and thrashy songs that hit several types of metal. A friend of ours, Chris Dauphin, is a very talented guy who helped us with all the orchestration. That stuff really made the record what it is. I want him to co-produce the next record with me, to make it that much more epic.
How do you think you will effect the Metal scene you are part of? What are your thoughts on the growing popularity in it as well?
we don't fit any trends right now, so its hard to clump us with other metal bands for tours and shows. i think our influence on the scene is that you don't have to stick to the trends of breakdowns and tempo changes to fit in. there are still plenty of metalheads that enjoy bands without these elements. kids are the crowd, so you have to play what they like if you just want to be popular. most of them like breakdowns. as long as that style keeps getting more popular, we will loose popularity. however, it is a fad, so true metal will prevail in the end.
How has Black Market Activities been thus far for you guys? Who approached who?
Guy Kozowyk approached us after seeing us play one night when we opened for his band, The Red Chord. I think he liked our stage presence so he asked for a demo. we handed him one and he called us later saying that he felt like he was flying on the back of a dragon while listening to us. i think he got the picture.
Who did the artwork and title for the album, when you look on the final project, is there anything you wish you could have done differently?
Steve Ellis of hypersteve.com did the artwork . He is an awesome comic book artist who also did stuff for Magic the Gathering and stuff like that. We definitely want to use him again. Bryan, our singer at the time did the layout. Adam our bassist named the record. it was a perfect choice for us.
The name of the band Destroy Destroy Destroy, is interesting to say the least and sounds as if there is a story behind it. Where did the name come from and what is the story?
We wanted to create a band for the sole purpose of destroying this local bar/venue we use to all hang out at. They pissed Bryan and me off one night so we joked about starting a band called Destroy Destroy Destroy just so we can book a show there and smash tables and chairs with battle axes. after a few practices went by, we actually liked jamming with each other so we just played normal shows and tried to keep moving. The name stayed, as well as the battle axe motif.
Many of your songs are so hard and intense that I am sure they translate well into a live setting taking on a whole new life in front of a live audience. How does it make you feel when the emotion and power that you envisioned in the recording studio, come to life while playing in front of a crowd?
when I write i try to envision what the crowd will do. For example. "this a great circle pit riff" or "i can see the crowd
pumping their fists right here" this mentality i think helps us to steer clear of crazy spastic riffs that are hard to move to, like so many bands do nowadays.
Different groups have unique ways of writing their songs. How do you guys go about writing your music? Is it a collective effort or is it more the efforts of one particular member of the band?
Way, Brian, and I write the music. Bryan writes the lyrics. we write the parts individually then get together with the whole band for arrangements.
What are the upcoming plans for Destroy Destroy Destroy?
we try to tour as much as possible, we are trying to line something up for europe before 2009 is over. We also have a new singer, Chris Bazor, who is a bad ass.
Going back to the music business, what do you think of everyone downloading music, possibly even your music? Do you think it helps or hurts bands in the long run?
it is inevitable so you must embrace it. of course it hurts the bands, but there's nothing you can do about it.
How has MYSPACE and the internet impacted your band and do you think downloading helps or hinders the artists?
we aren't one of those myspace bands that sit on the site hours everyday posting and adding friends. the site is a great tool
and resource, so it must not be taken for granted, but we aren't 18 year old kids so sitting on a social website all day doesn't appeal to us very much.
What is the toughest lesson you ever learned in the studio and on the stage?
even though you are having tons of fun, you sound like shit when you are drunk
What bands would you like to tour with and who has been your favorite to tour with this far? Any particular reason?
any of the viking metal bands. we like black metal a lot too, so Dimmu would be cool. we had a lot of fun touring with label
buddies Woe of Tyrants.
What is currently playing on your iPod or CD Player?
Adam our bassist is listening to The Backwoods Boys in his room across from mine. they are bluegrass.
Describe Destroy Destroy Destroy in three words.
Epic Battle Metal
If you had a chance to go back in time, where, what, and why?
about 8 pm last night, so i could eat a little more before I drank on an empty stomach. I feel like shit today.
How do you think the recession is affecting musicians like yourself? Is it at all?
musicians will never have it easy. get use to it or get the hell out. no sense in bitching about it.
What's your reaction when/if a fan told you a very meaningful statement such as "Your music changed my life?" Has this ever happened to you?
it does quite a bit actually which is surprising since we aren't a very popular band. everyone remembers that first show they
saw that blew them away, so its usually pretty young kids who flip out. I think if you treat every show like you need to give it your all, you will always be on point to impress people. just because there may only be only 20 people in the crowd, they paid, so give them the best show you have.
Every band has its musical influences. What are some of the other bands and artists that have greatly influenced you guys and your music?
manowar, Dio, Iron Maiden, basically very large production metal bands that try to always put on top notch shows.
All of that passion that you play with must be tough on you physically. How do you prepare for the physical demands of a tour?
we don't prepare. we just hurt for a week then after our thrash neck goes away and we are conditioned for the road again.
Anything else you'd like to add?
we did our first music video recently for a song called "The Wretched Forest" it can be viewed on our myspace profile. We also have a shot named after the album… The Battle Slut – one part whiskey, one part Jagermeister, and 2 parts beer. it tastes like shit but its pretty manly. thats what we were mixing when we recorded "the battle slut drinking song" on our record. basiclally those are the ingredients you could always find at a true metalhead's house, if the bottles aren't already empty.


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Missouri State Highway Patrol Accident Reports For July 22, 2014
Centerview man suffers serious injuries in a rollover accident in Johnson County
At 11:22pm Friday night the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a one-vehicle accident on eastbound 50 Highway West of Northwest 250 Road in Johnson County. The crash reportedly occurred as the 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche driven by 50-year-old Christopher Martin of Centerview ran off the roadway, and overturned. The accident report states Martin was not wearing a seatbelt, and was ejected from the vehicle. He suffered serious injuries and was transported to Centerpoint Medical Center by Life Flight for treatment.
Kansas City man injured in a deer/vehicle accident in Johnson County this (Tuesday) morning
Around 2:30 this (Tuesday) morning the driver of a 2014 Dodge, 23-year-old Taryn Morgan of Kansas City Missouri struck a deer in the roadway on Southeast 23 Highway and Southeast "D" road in Johnson County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol accident report states the vehicle then travelled off the roadway, and down a steep embankment before coming to a stop. A passenger 27-year-old William Morrow of Kansas City Missouri received minor injuries in the accident, and was transported by EMS to Western Missouri Medical Center for treatment.
Four Sedalia teens receive minor injuries in a Pettis County accident Sunday
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It seems like touchscreens are everywhere. They come up so frequently that it has come to the point where you sometimes get to a device which is not touch-capacitive, and end up poking the screen anyway. Of course, just because that's the trending fashion doesn't mean we're all going to be able to go out and get a new tablet, laptop, or phone immediately.
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If nothing else, this can be a webcam for video chats. Should you want to use it to make your laptop touch-capacitive, then you'll only need to plug it in and use the provided pen to click on icons, write, and draw. The pen will need a battery, but the camera will draw from your laptop. While it is nice for those of you who really want a touchscreen and can't afford to get a new screen or new laptop entirely, this will be one more thing to carry in your bag, and might be easy to lose or break with its long neck.
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Yields: 8 Servings
Two of the greatest raw ingredients in Louisiana cooking are corn and crab. They can be found in soups, entrées and combined into interesting hors d'oeuvres and appetizers. With the addition of green and red minced bell peppers, this corn and crab dish becomes a perfect Christmas offering.
Ingredients for Pancakes:
⅔ cup yellow corn meal
½ cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
3 tbsps all-purpose flour
⅛ tsp baking soda
1½ tsps sugar
½ cup buttermilk
1 large egg
½ cup minced onion
¼ cup minced red bell pepper
¼ cup minced green bell pepper
salt and black pepper to taste
corn oil for pan-frying
Ingredients for Creamy Lump Crab Sauce
8 ounces white or lump crabmeat
1 (11.5 ounce) package Bittersweet Plantation Dairy Creole cream cheese
2 tbsps butter
2 tbsps minced red bell pepper
2 tbsps minced green bell pepper
¼ cup minced onions
¼ cup minced chives
2 tbsps flour
¼ cup heavy whipping cream
salt and pepper to taste
Method for pancakes:
In a large mixing bowl combine cornmeal, flour, soda and sugar. Blend well. Add kernel corn, buttermilk and egg. Stir to incorporate well into cornmeal mixture. Add onion and bell peppers and season to taste using salt and pepper. Cover and set aside.
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In a large sauté pan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers, onions and chives. Sauté 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle in flour to create a white roux. Add heavy whipping cream and Creole cream cheese. Using a wire whisk blend cheese well into the mixture until smooth. Bring to a low boil then reduce to simmer. Add crabmeat and season to taste using salt and pepper. Set aside to keep warm. Additional cream may be necessary to achieve sauce-like consistency.
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4 common safety hazards, and how to make them safer
Here on this blog we pick a different safety topic each week and provide information on how that might relate to you and your organization. This week we're shaking things up a little: here are four common hazards that we think are worth special attention: Continue reading
How to keep your workers safe on the road
Did you know that a traffic collision occurs every five minutes in Alberta?
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If you have employees on the road, that's a figure you should be taking very seriously. Continue reading
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What causes major incidents such as oil spills or explosions? According to Andrew Hopkins, emeritus professor of sociology at Australian National University in Canberra, many major incidents happen not because of big mistakes, but because warning signs were dismissed. Continue reading
Safety matters (part 1): fighting fatigue to save lives
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You wouldn't show up to work drunk, nor would you want your employees stopping at the bar on their way in. But did you know that working when you're tired has much the same effect? Yes, fatigue can significantly compromise judgement and reaction times. That's right, long shifts, late nights or poor sleep habits can leave you and your workers in no fit state to work anywhere. And when machinery or equipment is involved, that puts everyone at risk.


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- 1/3 C. olive oil
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Put the potatoes in a medium saucepan and add cold water and salt to taste. Cover and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, 20 minutes. Drain well. Let cool slightly. Peel potatoes into 1/4-inch slices.
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Melissa De Santis Floral Design
8th February – 14th February 2016
Just in time for Valentine's Day Studio 65 will have floral designer Melissa De Santis with a beautiful selection of fresh seasonal flowers with prices starting from just £20. After a career in the City of London De Santis decided it was time for a change to focus more on her real passions such as nature and flowers.
De Santis attended the Judith Blacklock Florist School which led to MdS Flowers -a Freelance floral designer inspired by lines and colours with a strong passion for bohemian/contemporary designs and a keen interest in pop-up shops around London.
Bouquets will be on display in the shop and can be ordered for Valentine's Day . On display as well is a set of three floral photos from Italian photographer and Melissa's father, Vincenzo De Santis, these are limited edition prints will also be available for sale.
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The concepts we worked on were: Argentine heritage, inherited European culture, life experiences, lifestyle and everyday situations in present day Argentina.
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Belfast Met: Report critical of sale of unused buildings
A decision to sell two buildings belonging to a further education college ended up costing the public purse £20m, a report has found.
The Audit Office report looked at the construction of a new building for Belfast Metropolitan College in Titanic Quarter.
It examined the cost of replacing two unused buildings in Brunswick Street and College Square East.
They were originally to have been used as part payment for the new project.
However, Belfast Metropolitan College thought it could get more money by selling them on the open market.
But the property market slumped, and the £20m it thought it would get had to be provided by the public purse.
The old campuses are now vacant and unsold but caretaking, maintenance and planning applications have, so far, cost more than £1m.
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The auditor general said it was not possible to say whether the whole project has been value for money, while the two buildings remained unsold.
The audit office said there were constant changes to the design and numerous failures to meet project milestones.
Negotiations for the new college, which should have been completed in a year, took two and a half years.
There was criticism of poor planning and the report said a number of factors were not taken into account, such as how many students were expected and what facilities would be needed.
The vital IT facilities were requested only four months before the new college opened.
An underground car park was built at the college but as a separate project, after the builder's funders said they believed it to be a risk and would not pay for it.
The Department for Employment and Learning paid another £5m into the scheme to cover it.
Local planning regulations specified parking had to be provided but it had not been included in the original specifications.
However, there is a discrepancy in the duration of the contracts.
The main college building is mortgaged to the developer for 25 years, yet the car park will not be handed over for 40 years.


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You may know where they are now, but where were some of today's most powerful and influential people before the power and fame? Many held an internship position that created a foundation for their future success!
Three-time Oscar winner Steven Spielberg has made quite a name for himself in the entertainment industry. He has director and producer credits in over 180 titles including E.T.: The Extra Terrestrial, Schindler's List and Saving Private Ryan, the last two of which garnered him Oscars for Best Director in 1993 and 1999 respectively. Spielberg might possibly be one of the most recognized names in Hollywood; his last name doesn't even receive a red correction line in word processors! In such a sought-after industry, how did this college drop-out separate himself from the rest? He utilized quite an unorthodox internship with Universal Studios at a very young age.
At the age of 17, a family friend who was an editorial executive at Universal found some work for the eager young Spielberg around the set. The only issue was that this internship was slightly less than "official" and he could not be granted access to the studio lot. Not willing to give up this great opportunity, he showed up every day and snuck onto the premises. While hoping for a continued education in film, he soon found that the schooling was less than challenging, so he took his own route to success. Much like his previous internship, Spielberg kept sneaking onto Universal's lot, networked with everyone and ducked his head into any department he could find his way into.
This drive and dedication from the hopeful intern soon paid off. No matter how many times he got thrown off set, he was determined to make it. He filmed a short called Amblin in three different production platforms; 8 mm, 16 mm and 35 mm as instructed to do so by the same family friend that helped get his foot in the door. It was finally reviewed by Universal executives. They were so impressed by his short that they offered a seven year contract that he gladly accepted with no hesitation. He quickly became the youngest director ever to be hired on by the studio.
After a little while directing television and low-budget films, his big break came through the production of Jaws. From there on out, it was all Spielberg. He has since gone on to become one of the most touted filmmakers of his time, with 80 nominations to go alongside his three Oscars. Films directed by Spielberg have grossed over $8.5 billion to date. Steven Spielberg is truly an inspirational story proving that the experiences and connections made through an internship was vital to his future success.


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BETHESDA, Md., April 19, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation issued the following statement in response to an announcement by Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc. regarding promising results from a Phase 2 clinical trial of its cystic fibrosis drug Kalydeco™ in combination with another potential CF therapy, VX-661. The results showed a significant improvement in lung function in people with two copies of the most common CF mutation, Delta F508, who took the combination treatment, compared with those who received a placebo. About 50 percent of people with CF in the United States have two copies of the Delta F508 mutation.
Both Kalydeco and VX-661 are designed to treat the underlying cause of CF, a faulty gene and its protein product, known as CFTR.
"This announcement is more terrific news for the CF community," said Robert J. Beall , Ph.D., president and CEO of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. "While these results are still very early, they show that another potential therapy from our ongoing collaboration with Vertex can be combined with Kalydeco to achieve promising improvements in health. The data further validate our strategy of using small molecule compounds to address the basic genetic defect in cystic fibrosis."
The CF Foundation played a key role in the development of Kalydeco and VX-661, as well as other experimental compounds such as VX-809, providing significant scientific, clinical and financial support. Vertex is studying Kalydeco with VX-809 in Phase 3 trials that will enroll about 1,000 people at approximately 200 clinical trial sites in North America, Europe and Australia. "The CF Foundation is deeply grateful to the people with CF, families and medical professionals who have played a role in these studies, and to the Vertex scientists who remain dedicated to advancing CF drug development," said Beall.
About the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is the world's leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis. The Foundation funds more CF research than any other organization, and nearly every CF drug available today was made possible because of Foundation support. Based in Bethesda, Md., the Foundation also supports and accredits a national care center network that has been recognized by the National Institutes of Health as a model of care for a chronic disease. The CF Foundation is a donor-supported nonprofit organization. For more information, go to www.cff.org.
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However, if you wait until the full retirement age to receive benefits, you can then file for only the spouse benefit and wait until a later date to file for your own retirement benefit, which will continue to rise until you reach age 70.
The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 changed the law. Individuals born after January 1, 1954 will not be able to file a restricted application for spouse's benefits, even if they are full retirement age.
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Shaun Palmer's Pro Snowboarder is a real-life racing and freestyle snowboarding sim that features Shaun Palmer himself and nine of the biggest names in the sport including Tara Dakides, Ross Powers, Shaun White, Drew Neilson, Leslee Olson, Jimmy Halopoff, Ingemar Backman, Markus Hurme, and Tommy Czeschin. In their pursuit of snowboarding nirvana, players race down the slopes of eight actual locations while pulling hundreds of authentic trick combos. Expansive interactive environments allow users to explore hidden and secret areas, while practically everything in sight can be used to pull of stunts. Freeride, Career, and several multiplayer options are also featured, including Palmer X, Push, and Horse.
Release Region: United States
Release Date: November 14, 2001
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Selkirk Ranges, British Columbia, Canada
Ski Touring Week in one of B.C.s Premier Backcountry Skiing Locations with Helicopter Access. Based from ACC Fairy Meadows Hut
Fairy Meadows Ski Touring Highlights
- Premier ski touring hut in Canada
- 33ft avg snowfall / year
- Up to 1200m vertical runs
- Breathtaking scenery – big glaciers
- Lots of peak ascents
- Spacious, comfortable hut with sauna!
The Columbia mountains are world famous for their legendary snow fall, awesome scenery and prime backcountry skiing terrain. While most everybody comes here for heli-skiing, we will only use the helicopter to get to this very remote location. Once there, it will be: "earn your turns!".
The Fairy Meadows (a.k. Bill Putnam Hut), owned by the Alpine Club of Canada, is one of the most popular of all ski touring huts in BC. So popular, that spots are being awarded by an annual lottery system and some years, we manage to get a week for our groups.
The skiing terrain is high alpine and largely glaciated with lots of northerly aspect runs. With the hut located at 2050 m (6700 ft), some of the great peak ascents yield almost 1200 meter (4000 ft.) runs, which take you back to hot (and cold) drinks, delicious meals and a cozy sauna!
To close with a quote from Chic Scott: At Fairy Meadows, "the snow is deep, the runs are excellent and the hut is very comfortable". Nee we say more!
Detail and Logistics
Meeting Point
Meet in Golden BC on the morning of Day 1.
The Selkirk Range in BC's Columbia Ranges are primarily influenced by a moist, maritime climate (very much in contrast to Canadian Rockies) with moderate winter temps. During a typical ski touring week, you should be prepared for heavy snowfall and temps from -1C (30F) to -15C (5F).
For spring skiing weeks, powder snow (dry, cold snow) usually preserves well on the many northerly aspects even if it hasn't snowed in days. At the same time, the southerly aspects will start to corn up (melt-freeze cycle) with sunny weather, which yields nice spring skiing, if the descents are well timed with the day time heating. Unfortunately, as with any backcountry skiing, we can't exclude (but do our best to avoid) the "in-between stages" of powder and corn: Crud a.k.a breakable crusts!
Trip Packages
Regular trip package: 7 days guiding and instruction by an internationally (UIAGM / IFMGA / ACMG) certified mountain, ski guide or apprentice ski guide (for second guide), 7 nights dormitory lodging in the Fairy Meadows Hut, 7 multi-course dinners and breakfast "(meals are professionally precooked and will be prepared with assistance of the group members in the hut), helicopter transfer to and from the hut, all transport to and from Golden, BC
Can I Do It?
You need to be at least an intermediate skier, who can safely and controlled descend even in difficult snow conditions with a day touring backpack!
You need to be in good physical and mental condition, ready to be on your feet for about 7-8 hrs each day.
However, on some days, there will be an option for shorter days with relax time at the hut! If in doubt, give us a call!
You need either sturdy telemark equipment or (more common in Canada) alpine touring equipment – either is available for rental at our base in Canmore, Banff or Golden, BC. Please call ahead, so we can advice you and set you up with the right equipment for you. As with all our trips, we will provide you with a detailed equipment list with your booking confirmation.
Gear List
1. Technical Equipment
All items marked with '*' can be rented from a rental shop locally. Best to reserve any equipment well ahead of your arrival.
All items marked with '**' can be rented from OnTop. Best to bring your own equipment, if you have it.
Telemark or Alpine Touring skis*: Only bring your telemark skis if you are at least an advanced/intermediate telemarkskier with backcountry experience.
Telemark or alpine touring boots*
Collapsible ski poles*, **
Climbing skins (stick-on) that fit your telemark or alpine touring skis*
Avalanche transceiver (457 Megahertz)*, **
Lightweight snow shovel*, **
Avalanche probe*, **
Backpack or duffle bag to pack your stuff for heli-transport
Day-touring backpack (30 – 45 liters)**
Climbing harness for glacier travel**
One locking carabiner**
Crevasse rescue equipment, if you are familiar with it (optional). (Prusik slings,webbing, pulleys, auto-locking device). Your guide(s) will bring a full set.
Ski crampons* (obligatory for any spring trips. Usually rented with a ski touring set – renting ski crampons for your own skis is problematic as rental shops only carry those that are compatible with the binding models they carry)
Repair kit for your skis (can be shared between 2 people)
2. Clothing
Temperatures in the Western Canadian mountain ranges vary hugely. Early season (December – February) temps can drop as low as –30C, whereas in spring (mid-March – May) it can warm up to above freezing temps and overnight lows are not usually below –
10C. The list is meant as a guide line, but we realize that our guests have their clothing priorities and substituting certain items with other equivalent pieces of clothing might be a valid alternative. If you do so, you should discuss it with your guide in the pre-trip briefing.
Wind and waterproof (Gore Tex or similar) shell jacket with hood
Wind and waterproof (Gore Tex or similar) over pants
Ski touring pants (preferably Schoeller fabric or similar)
Fleece or wool pullover or jacket
Medium weight fleece shirt
Polypro, fleece or wool underwear, top and bottoms
2 Pairs of gloves (lightweight and heavier weight)
Scarf or neck gaiter
Socks: thick (wool) outer and thinner liners
Wool or fleece hat, covering the ears
Gaiters (unless pants lock tightly to your boots)
Sun hat, preferably with wide rim
Bandana (optional)
3. Lodge
Clothing for the hut – keep to a minimum
Sleeping bag (three-season bag sufficient – some lodges supply bedding)
Large and small towel for sauna
Spare underwear, socks
Swim trunks (optional) for sauna
Down vest or light insulated jacket (optional)
Very light hut slippers / down booties
Ear plugs (optional)
Games / books etc (optional)
4. Other items
Sun Glasses (with very good UV protection, extra pair is a good idea)
Sun screen and lip protection
Water bottle, preferably insulated, minimum volume: 1 liter or camelbak (if too cold, bladder tube might freeze up!)
Head lamp with spare battery and bulb
Blister kit (optional)
Snacks (candy bars, dried fruit, sandwiches, nuts, etc.)
Personal items (Prescription medicine, extra contact lenses and maintenance equipment, extra pair of prescription glasses etc.)
Pocket knife or leatherman tool
(Health) insurance documents
Zip-lock bag for wallet and documents to keep them dry (recommended)
Camera, spare batteries (optional)
Compass, maps and GPS (optional)
Ski wax / skin wax (optional)
Client / Guides
Groups of 6 clients with 2 guides
- Intermediate skiing
- Very good fitness
- Light day packs
- Mostly open terrain
- Lots of glaciers
No luck in the 2018 lottery for spaces but we often know of other guides or self-guided groups that still have spots available or inquire for similar trips
Includes: Guides + guide expenses, 7 nights Hut, 7 multi-course dinners and breakfast, helicopter transfers to/from hut.


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April 18, 2011
Joe's Sport Shop and Hardware in Howard Lake reported that Howard Lake became officially ice free Tuesday, April 12.
Howard Lake became ice covered within a day or two of Dec. 2; by historical standards, a very normal season for ice over and ice out.
For many reasons, it just seemed like it was a lot longer this year.
The earliest ice-over date recorded was Nov. 7, in 1991, and the latest ice-over date recorded was Dec. 20, which occurred in 1998 and 2001.
The earliest ice-out date recorded was March 15, in 2000, and the latest ice-out date was May 2, 1950.
Enjoy the open water. Hopefully, it will be around until mid-December.
LP firearms safety classes coming up
Firearm Safety Class will take place Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning Tuesday, April 26 in Lester Prairie.
The class is open to ages 11 and up and will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lester Prairie Sportsmen's Club.
If you have any questions or want to sign up, call Doug Minnick at (320) 395-2143 or (320) 224-5942.
Crow River/Winsted Ducks Unlimited banquet tonight
The Crow River/Winsted Ducks Unlimited Chapters will host its 31st annual banquet Monday, April 18 at the Blue Note Ballroom in Winsted.
Space is limited for the event, so to get your tickets, contact Scott Schmidt at (320) 543-2498.
No tickets will be sold at the door; you must purchase your tickets in advance.
Youth trapshooting registration at the Buffalo Gun Club
The Buffalo Gun Club Youth Trapshooting Program (BGCYP) is getting ready to start.
BGCYP registration will take place Tuesday, April 19 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Buffalo Gun Club (located on Hwy 55 E just past Target).
A limited number of spots are available for youth shooters, and attendance at the registration night is mandatory.
Minimum age to participate is 11 years old.
The cost to participate is only $150/youth shooter.
This includes 10 weeks of instruction with two rounds of trap per week, 20 boxes of shotgun shells, instruction both in and out of the classroom, and more.
The program takes place each Tuesday, beginning April 26, with a mandatory gun safety and trapshooting education class.
For more information, check out the website at www.buffalogunclubyouth.org or call Coach Stevens at (612) 703-6155.
Wavery Gun Club upcoming events
The Waverly Gun Club will be hosting Ladies Night along with a conceal and carry training.
For more information or to register, call Kevin at (763) 242-4553.
The Waverly Gub Club is at 4465 DeSota Ave. SW, Waverly.
• Ladies Night begins Tuesday, May 10, and will continue the second Tuesday of every month.
It runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., and will go on rain or shine. You may shoot from the comfort of a shelter.
You may bring your own center fire handgun and ammunition, if you prefer, otherwise .22 cal. pistols, rifles, targets, and ammuntion are provided at no charge.
A NRA-Certified Range Safety Officer will be present on the shooting line, with instruction available upon request.
Targets for hanguns will be from 7 to 25 yards out, with rifle targets at 50 yards.
• Conceal and carry training will be Monday, April 18 and Wednesday, April 20.
Both nights will run from 6 to 10 p.m., with the class taking a total of eight hours.
This course fulfills the required training to apply for a Minnesota handgun "permit to carry."
The cost of the class is $100 for the eight total hours, and will conclude with a range instruction/practice/skills test, and a written test.
The course will go over firearm safety, firearms and the law, an introduction to defensive shooting, and basic defensive handgun skills.
MN Conservation Volunteer magazine launches iPad app
From the DNR
For more than 70 years, the Minnesota Conservation Volunteer (MCV) magazine produced by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has provided entertaining and informative articles about Minnesota's woods, waters, and wildlife. Now there's a new, free iPad app that brings those MCV pages to life.
"The app includes interactive images, slideshows, bird calls, and other audio segments and features that aren't available anywhere else," explained MCV Art Director Lynn Phelps, who designed the app.
Available through the iTunes store, iPad users can find a link to the app at www.mndnr.gov/magazine.
• About the magazine
The then-Department of Conservation first published the Conservation Volunteer in October 1940.
The target audience was the citizens of Minnesota in particular, a group dubbed the Conservation Volunteers.
Early issues asked readers to take a pledge "to support by word and deed all aspects of conservation."
Budget shortfalls in 1980 prompted the magazine staff to ask readers for financial support.
Since 2003, readers' contributions have covered the entire cost of publishing.
The magazine receives no funding from state taxes, the state lottery, or fishing, hunting, or boating license fees.
The circulation, originally limited to 5,000 copies, has grown to about 145,000 subscribers.
For more information about MCV visit mndnr.gov/magazine.
Wildfire Prevention Week in Minnesota is April 17-23
From the DNR
In an effort to increase awareness about outdoor fire hazards, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has declared April 17-23 as Wildfire Prevention Week.
"We want to encourage people to make a special effort to control their fires not only this week, but all year long," said Larry Himanga, DNR wildfire prevention coordinator.
Spring wildfire activity in Minnesota normally begins in the southern portion of the state and moves northward as the snow disappears.
Most wildfires occur in the spring, between the time when snow melts and the vegetation turns green.
On average, DNR personnel respond to more than 1,500 wildfires each year.
Although the current fire hazard in Minnesota is low to moderate, it quickly can change without adequate spring rain.
Visit mndnr.gov/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html for current statewide fire danger information and burning restrictions.
The number one cause of wildfires in Minnesota is escaped debris-burning fires.
Himanga encourages landowners to find alternatives to burning, such as chipping or composting.
Otherwise, landowners should check burning restrictions in their area, obtain a burning permit, be careful with their debris fires and remember that piled debris can hold hot coals for several days to several months.
Wildfire prevention in Minnesota began after the Great Hinckley Fire of 1894, which killed 418 people and destroyed the town of Hinckley and other small communities.
As a result, the 1895 Legislature created the Office of the Chief Fire Warden to organize a statewide system for forest fire suppression.
Then, following the 1908 Chisholm Fire, the Legislature authorized the appointment of forest rangers to provide a more effective means of enforcing the fire prevention laws.
The ranger corps was laid off due to lack of funds on Oct. 7, 1910.
Six weeks later, a wind-driven fire raged through a landscape littered with logging slash and destroyed the towns of Baudette and Spooner. At least 42 people died.
The 1911 Legislature established the Minnesota Forest Service, a precursor to the DNR Division of Forestry, to fireproof Minnesota.
The division has dedicated 100 years to protecting, managing, and educating its citizens about Minnesota's forests.
To obtain a burning permit, visit mndnr.gov/forestry/fire/questions.html or call a local, state or federal forestry office for more information.
To learn more about the Division of Forestry's 100th anniversary, visit mndnr.gov/forestry/anniversary/index.html.
DNR announces temporary, seasonal fishing closures
From the DNR
To protect fish spawning areas, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has begun to close certain portions of a number of Minnesota waters to fishing.
The closings are routine and based on local conditions.
Closings occur each year as ice-out begins and waters begin to warm.
Areas closed to fishing are listed on the DNR website at mndnr.gov/fishingclosures.
Portions of waters closed to fishing also are posted at access sites and in other visible areas.
Anglers may fish in areas that are not posted.
Spring fire restrictions begin April 15 in 19 MN counties
From the DNR
Restrictions on open burning in 19 counties in central Minnesota go into effect on April 15, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today.
Rapid snowmelt across much of the state has increased the risk of wildfires, particularly in grassy areas. These fine fuels can ignite easily and spread quickly.
This is a cause for concern, according to DNR Fire Prevention Specialist Larry Himanga.
"The lack of snow on the ground allows the vegetation to dry out much faster, which increases the likelihood that a fire will start," Himanga said. "The rapid snow melt this past week has increased drastically the risk for wildfires."
Burning restrictions started April 15 in the following counties: Anoka, Benton, Cass south of the border of the Chippewa National Forest, Crow Wing, Chisago, Dakota, Douglas, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Pine, Pope, Sherburne, Stearns, Todd, Wadena, Washington, and Wright.
The DNR will add counties as the snow cover recedes northward.
For those who plan to burn in counties that still allow open burning with a permit, the window of opportunity will be brief.
Most of Minnesota will be under restrictions soon, Himanga said.
Once restrictions are in place, special permits will be written for extenuating circumstances only.
Such circumstances might include burning permits for time-sensitive construction projects, and prescribed burning conducted by professional firefighters.
The DNR encourages the use of composting, recycling, and chipping as alternatives to burning.
While debris burning will be curtailed, the use of campfires if smaller than 3 feet in diameter and 3 feet in height will continue to be allowed.
Permits are not required for this type of fire if it meets the above conditions and is monitored until the coals are dead out.
Question of the week
From the DNR
Q: National Volunteer Week is April 10-16. Each year, thousands of people volunteer their time to help the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), and other organizations, with a variety of projects.
What sort of volunteer opportunities does the DNR have to offer?
A: The DNR offers a range of volunteer opportunities across the state that include assisting with wildlife research to cleaning rivers to playing Smokey Bear at the State Fair, just to name a few.
Right now, the DNR is looking for volunteers to help count loons; monitor bluebird trails; plant trees at selected state parks; transcribe historical research; bait hooks at fishing clinics; repair snowshoes; and assist Lake Superior boaters as a marina host.
Volunteer positions are listed on the DNR website at www.mndnr.gov or by calling (651) 259-6157 or toll-free 888-646-6367.
Opportunities vary on a seasonal basis.
Outdoor notes
• Take some time to learn about firearms safety, hunting, and conservation this spring by enrolling in one the many DNR certified Firearms Safety Training courses that are being offered in our area.
The local volunteer instructors are great, and the course teaches much more then firearms safety.
Two years ago, my now 13-year-old daughter Abbi took the course and from it, developed a conservation ethic for Minnesota's great outdoors that will last a lifetime and hopefully, be shared many times over.
In this week's column, I included a short poem Abbi recently penned about hunting and the outdoors.
• Good luck to all the spring turkey hunters.
• A reminder to all those Winsted Ducks Unlimited members the Winsted Chapter as now teamed up with the Crow River Chapter and the banquet is Monday, April 18 at the Blue Note.
• The Lake Minnetonka crappie fishing contest has been cancelled for this season.
The group promoting the tournament is in search of a new major sponsor.
• Look for great spring crappie action on many of our area lakes to start in the next few days.
Big Waverly, Dutch, Swan, Winsted, and Collinwood are great lakes to try.
Fish the shallow bays where the water is warmer and move slow, using a small tube jig tipped with a minnow.
If the action picks up and the fish are aggressive, switch to a small spinner bait, like a Beetle Spin.
• Take some time to watch spring happen.
Very soon, the grass will be green, the trees will be full of leaves, and summer will be just around the corner.
• It's time to start thinking about morel mushrooms again.
Expect the hunt to start sometime in early May. The best time to hunt for morels is when the lilacs are blooming.
• The Lester Prairie Sportsmen's Club started its trapshooting season last week and there is still plenty of time to enter a team into the league.
The club is open to league and practice shooting every Wednesday evening from mid-April to August.
For more information, call (320) 395-2258 or visit the club's website at www.lpscmn.com.
• Take a kid hunting or fishing; he or she will have fun and so will you.


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Gove distances self from spat over 'narcissist' minister
The Education Secretary Michael Gove has denied any knowledge of who in his department described an outgoing minister as a"lazy, incompetent narcissist obsessed only with self-promotion".
Tim Loughton, who was sacked as children's minister in the last reshuffle, was denounced in a briefing to the Spectator magazine by an anonymous source in Department for Education.
Mr Gove insisted he did not know who made the briefing and said Mr Loughton "far from being incompetent ... was a talented and effective minister who made a difference".


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Episode 147: Adventure Time w/Fionna and Cake,
Batman Inc 6, Punk Rock Jesus 6, Superman 15, All New X-Men 5, Morbius, New Avengers and Red Ten 1!
Johnny Destructo, Optimous Douche, Matt Adler and Ambush Bug review this week's books:
Adventure Time with Fionna and Cake 1, Batman Inc 6, Punk Rock Jesus 6, Superman 15, All New X-Men 5, Morbius 1, New Avengers 1 and Red Ten 1
Also: @$$terpiece Theatre and listener e-mails!
Here is the time chart for each segment of the show, since we have a tendency to ramble!
@$$terpiece Theatre – 7:17
Adventure Time with Fionna and Cake 1 – 8:38
Batman Inc 6 – 12:26
Punk Rock Jesus 6 – 22:45
Superman 15 – 29:03
All New X-Men 5 – 37:36
Morbius 1 – 44:15
New Avengers 1 – 50:12
Red Ten 1 – 58:29
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Batman Inc 6, Punk Rock Jesus 6, Superman 15, All New X-Men 5, Morbius, New Avengers and Red Ten 1!"
Oh, Morbius! What a sad character he is! Ever since he showed up in Amazing Spider-Man #101 (remeber spidey's extra arms?) writers have been struggling to make him relevant…and they just don't seem to find a good angle.
Personally, I think Morbius COULD be an interesting character, and even hold on to his own series. I love the quote "There are no bad characters, only uninspired writers…!"
What do you guys think? Is there an angle a writer could take to make Morbius relevant? I think there is.
Morbius was ok in his first couple of appearances but, again. seems like no writer knows what to do with him. I have thought in the past of a way to make him interesting, but to tell you the truth, the concept is there, now you just need a good writer to take over him and make it work. Just remember what the then-unknown Moore did with Swamp Thing, and think of what writers like Lemire or Snyder could do for the character…
Agreed. Morbius is the kind of comic they throw out there like wet toilet paper against the wall, see if it sticks. Someone must have figured that if it worked for that crapfest called "Twilight", it might work for every vampire, right? It is sad that someone didn't make the decision to put some serious thought and talent behind the character. Maybe they do have something planned and we just haven't seen it yet but, judging by the firt issue, it is hard to imagine.


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A veteran of Bravo's Most Eligible: Dallas, Courtney Kerr's new reality series, Courtney Loves Dallas, premieres tonight. As a Dallas native myself, I was eager to test her knowledge of the city we both hail from. So who's the bigger Dallas expert?
As it turns out, the two of us were pretty evenly matched. Watch us compete, and talk about our favorite parts of Dallas in the video above.
So what can we expect to see on Courtney Loves Dallas? Quite a bit: there will be relationship drama, friend drama, career drama and, of course, plenty of Dallas charm. As she says, "In a city that birthed Nieman Marcus and the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders, can you really go wrong?" No, Courtney, you cannot.
Check out our full chat (it's mostly about Tex Mex) here:


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Warm up to cold calling
As any seasoned real estate agent can tell you, cold calling is probably No. 1 on the list of things to put off. But it doesn't have to be. Here are some tips that will not only ease your cold calling nerves, but will make each call simple, business-building and fun. Yes, you read that correctly—fun.
Posture. Remember your mom always telling you to sit up straight? Well, it's time to start listening. Plant both feet on the floor, straighten your back, pull your shoulders back and push out your chin. This not only makes you look confident, but you'll feel more confident, too. Just hold this posture before, during and after each call you make.
Call two friends first. Before you tackle the great unknown, place a call to a good friend or two. You know the ones: They tell funny stories, make you feel good about yourself and leave you feeling empowered when you hang up the phone. These calls are your "warm-up act." And if you don't reach your favorites right away, keep dialing until you speak to a feel-good friend.
Call within your farming area. This is key for cold calling. Most agents pick their farming areas as ones that are close to their home neighborhoods and work to become the community expert.
Ice-breaker. What's coming up in the area? Parade? Is there a big city council meeting determining new school boundary lines? Establish yourself as the eyes and ears of your community and a neighborhood resource.
Don't be a secret agent. Ask for the business. Once you get the conversation flowing, remind them that you're an agent and you would like more business.
Your next few minutes will go like this:
"Hello, Mrs. Harris. This is Kim Tierney, your neighborhood real estate agent. I'm calling to make sure you know about our upcoming event in the park."
"Oh, you have two kids who would love to go?"
"I'd be happy to let you know about the fun things happening in our neighborhood. Would you mind if I got your email address and stayed in touch?"
"Great! Oh and if you know of anyone looking to move in or out of our area, please send them my way. I'd love to help."
"What's that? Your sister is looking for a new home?"
There it is! Remember, every call might not mean immediate business. But it will introduce you, placing your name in the forefront of a prospective customer's mind and help establish you as the go-to agent.
Oh, one more tip (your mom said this, too): Practice makes perfect!
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10 Songs That Will Get You Pumped For Deer Hunting
Listen to these hunting songs before you hit the deer stand.
Music throughout the ages has been a motivator. Native nations used drums to excite warriors and hunters for their upcoming excursions.
In our modern world, our sports arenas echo with the sounds of music to prepare the participants and athletes to the coming games. What would modern pro-wresting be without the entrance music? Baseball without the organ?
This brings us to our picks for the ten best songs that will get you ready for deer hunting.
What are your favorite songs to get you pumped for deer season? Visit the Ready to Deer Hunt Spotify Playlist to add your favorites
10. AC/DC's "Thunderstruck"
This would be a great motivator for the bush beaters on a deer drive. This song keeps you motivated through the thorns and deep swamps.
9. Josh Turner's "Backwoods Boy"
This one tells the story of many of us. Well done, Josh.
8. Justin Moore's "Backwoods"
This gets you in the mood to get to your stand. Put this on your play list.
7. John Denver's "Rocky Mountain High"
For the serenity of the deer stand, nothing beats the old sounds of John Denver. His haunting voice still carries through the mountains.
6. Tracy Byrd's "Mossy Oak Song"
This one tells the story many of us have similar of the backwoods and his father. Pass it on!
5. Guns and Roses "Welcome to the Jungle"
This deserves a place on this list. It will fire you up!
4. Trace Adkin's "Rough and Ready"
It's just a great tune for the country boy in all of us.
3. "Deer Season Fever" by Lo-Brau
If this isn't the country deer hunting song than nothing else is! Good 'ole times and deer the country boy way.
2. Hank Williams Jr.'s "A Country Boy Can Survive"
This tune sums up the feeling many of us have as we commune with nature away from the modern societies trappings.
1. Ted Nugent's "Fred Bear"
Our number one pick would just be fitting that it is Ted Nugent singing his ballad on the founder of modern archery. "Fred Bear" brings us to the mind to walk with our ancestors on our great trips to the wilds. Great job Ted, you sing that one from the heart.