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Rocky Men's Original Ride Steel Toe Western Boots
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- Rocky Men's Original Ride Steel Toe Western Boots
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- Compliant with ASTM F2413 Electrical Hazard standards
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- Removable, dual-density polyurethane Ride footbed with heel stabilizer
You can have great-looking steel toe western work boots that are comfortable. The Rocky Original Ride Western Boot is all about sole performance and interior comfort!These men's boots are designed with the eight-layer Rocky Original Ride performance system with dual-density oil-resistant and slip-resistant rubber outsoles. A right-angle heel and embedded safety grooves make the Rocky Ride outsole ideal for all work environments, including ladders and stirrups.Though these look like great cowboy boots, there's much more to them. These are steel toe boots that meet ASTM standards for impact and compression, as well as for electrical hazard.Finding western boots with just the right amount of comfort and durability can be difficult. The Rocky Original Ride is made with the perfect amount of protective features, comfort and sturdiness.Layers One and Two of the eight-layer system are the orthotic form and rear foot cradle. Your forefoot rests on a soft form with increased thickness in the heel strike zone. A rear foot cradle gives you stability.Layer Three is an upper enclosed cushion. The top layer is cushioned and perforated. After wearing your work boots for a while, this layer forms to the contours of your foot!Layer Four is a welt innersole with a Flex Facilitator. Basically, the flex facilitator gives your boots super flexibility.Next, there's the midsole. That's Layer Five. It's a full-length EVA midsole that absorbs shock, but also is really lightweight. Layer Six is the stabilizer shank. Made of double-ribbed tempered steel, it provides the maximum amount of stability while increasing durability to extend the life of these men's boots.Layer Seven is the forefoot propulsion pad and rear foot landing pad. This is a unique two-part highly-cushioned system that increases three things: shock absorption, flexibility and comfort.Finally, check out Layer Eight. It's those outsoles. The outsoles of your work boots are just as important as the inside features. These boots have the Rocky Ride Outsole, specific to the Ride collection of boots. This is a rubber work platform outsole that is oil-resistant and provides extra secure footing. The forefoot and rear section have a softer density to give you sure-footed traction.These 11-inch men's western work boots have full-grain leather uppers. The foot is light Saffron Brown paired with a dark Bridle Brown shaft. The boot has both pull straps and pull loops, as well as a great western square toe.

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Community Health Systems Inc., parent company of Gadsden Regional Medical Center, will merge with Health Management Associates Inc., parent company of Riverview Regional Medical Center.
Community Health Systems Inc., parent company of Gadsden Regional Medical Center, will merge with Health Management Associates Inc., parent company of Riverview Regional Medical Center.
According to a news release from the companies, CHS will acquire HMA for about $7.6 billion, including taking on about $3.7 billion of debt. When the merger is complete, CHS will own or operate about 206 hospitals in 29 states.
Under the terms of the agreement, CHS will acquire all of the issued and outstanding common stock of HMA for a combination of cash and CHS stock. HMA shareholders will own about 16 percent of the shares of the combined company following the close of the transaction.
The merger agreement was unanimously approved by the board of directors of CHS. HMA's board of directors also unanimously approved the agreement and recommends its stockholders approve the merger.
"This compelling transaction provides a strategic opportunity to form a larger company with a diverse portfolio of hospitals that is well positioned to realize the benefits of health-care reform and to address the changing dynamics of our industry," said Wayne T. Smith, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Community Health Systems. "Our complementary markets and the ability to form networks in key states, along with the synergies that will be available to us, can create value for the shareholders of our companies, the communities we serve, our employees and medical staffs. We look forward to working with the physicians and employees of HMA to advance the commitment shared across both organizations to pursue clinical excellence and to deliver quality care for patients."
William J. Schoen, HMA's chairman of the board, said, "This agreement represents the successful conclusion of the strategic review process that our board of directors commenced at the end of last year, during which we evaluated several alternatives, including remaining independent and potential transactions with other strategic parties. Our agreement with CHS provides substantial value to our shareholders. ... Shareholders will receive immediate value in cash, as well as CHS stock that will allow them to participate in the future growth of a true industry leader. We are pleased that this combination will create an even stronger organization for the benefit of our patients, physicians, associates and the communities we serve."
CHS expects the transaction to close by the end of the first quarter of 2014 and is subject to approval by a 70 percent vote of HMA's stockholders, antitrust clearance, receipt of other regulatory approvals, the absence of certain adverse developments and customary closing conditions.
According to its website, GRMC has been in operation for more than 100 years, has 346 beds, has more than 200 medical staff members and offers a range of health services.
Riverview's website says it has been open since 1931, has 281 beds and offers primary and specialized care along with a comprehensive range of complementary services and programs.


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Sheriff Cole addresses county board
At its March 19 meeting at the Pine County Courthouse in Pine City, the Pine County Board of Commissioners heard a statement from Sheriff Robin Cole that many county residents and businesses have received unsolicited letters requesting donations from the Minnesota Sheriff's Association.
Sheriff Cole said that these letters appear to come from the Pine County Sheriff's Office and to be endorsed by Sheriff Cole, when in fact they are not from his office at all.
According to Sheriff Cole, the Minnesota Sheriff's Association is a legitimate organization, but did not have any authorization from the Pine County Sheriff's Office for its use as a vehicle for fundraising. Sheriff Cole said he has contacted the Minnesota Sheriff's Association and they stated that letters were sent out statewide as being "personalized" to appear as if they came from any given county sheriff's office. He added that the association has agreed to discontinue using this tactic in Pine County.
The board heard a presentation from Walter Leu of the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). Leu told commissioners that there is not as much money for county road projects as there has been in the past.
Congress has done away with earmarks, and those funds for transportation that used to come from Congressman Oberstar are no longer available. According to Leu, there is good news for the National Highway System, but bad news for other roads unless the state steps up.
Funding for federal and state programs through 2017 have gone from around $16 million to $7.2 million. This provides much less aid to the local programs than in the past. Although the federal funding in total is up from what it used to be, most of those funds are for the National Highway System, which would be I-35 in our area. He added that about one-third of the road system will have poor quality restoration materials to work with.
Asked about how the funding is progressing for Highway 70 from Rock Creek to the Wisconsin border, a stretch of highway that has been of much concern to Pine County because of a history of accidents and increased traffic, Leu said the plan is only for resurfacing in 2015. He said there was nothing in the funding for reconstruction, which would also require getting right-of-way rights to construct proper shoulders and straighten out the road in places.
Commissioner Mitch Pangerl asked Leu what the difference in cost would be between reconstruction of the highway and just doing an overlay.
Leu said it would probably amount to about $3 million per mile. The projected project for Minnesota Highway 70 for 2015 includes mill and overlay, profile corrections and turn lanes and is budgeted for $6,735,000.
Other business
The board approved the Community Wildfire Protection Plan. The plan includes changes in language and other small adjustments.
The board acknowledged joint resolutions with flood affected cities and townships that any properties acquired through the hazard mitigation programs Pine County is administrating will become the property of the city or township it is located in. The cities of Willow River, Sturgeon Lake, Rutledge and Kettle River Township have adopted the joint resolutions. Sturgeon Lake Township has not yet adopted the resolution, but it may when it comes before the township board.
These buyouts were appraised before the flooding. Cities are to take juristiction of the properties unless they don't agree to it. Then the county would take over, but it is the county's preference that the cities take charge.
The board agreed to a contract with Kanabec County for services from the Pine County assessor. Since Kanabec County not longer has the services of an assessor as required by Minnesota state statute, Pine County will provide its deputy county assessor four hours per week of onsite office time in Kanabec County and two hours per week of offsite technical support. Kanabec County will pay Pine County for these services and reimburse Pine County for all mileage expenses.


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Extraction: Cold-pressed from fresh peel. The odor is distinctively sharp and citrus.
Medicinal Action: An antioxidant, preservative and antiseptic, lemon oil helps counter viral and bacterial infections. It treats hypertension with high blood pressure, congested lymph glands and liver, excessive stomach activity, and the immune system. It improves metabolism by reducing water retention, slowing weight gain and increasing mineral absorption.
Cosmetic/Skin Use: Lemon is best used on oily complexions and for skin impurities. It treats bruises and skin infection.
Emotional Attribute: The scent dissipates feelings of impurity or indecisiveness, and can stimulate emotional purging. It also increases one's sense of humor and general well-being. Like other citruses, it is antidepressive.
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Most of us are familiar with Tumblr, even though the website is popular particularly in the under 25 age demographic. But the perks and duties of being a well-anchored photographer include staying up to speed with social media, therefore most photographers are also at least a bit familiar with Tumblr even if they're in their 30s and above. Well, during your Tumblr browsing, you may have noticed a trend which is both hugely popular among its users as it is very friendly to us photographers: the making and remaking of photography quotes, which end up being posted on other social media hubs (like Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest) afterwards.
No matter if you're a fan of Tumblr or of this trend – which we admit can get a bit annoying, especially if your whole news feed gets over-crowded with lame messages stamped on cliché photos – you should see it as an opportunity. As a hobbyist photographer aspiring to break it into the pro league, the photography quotes trend can be a wonderful opportunity for you to promote your artwork. Just make a catchy image using one of your own photos, and then distribute it widely and hope it catches on, never forgetting to mention yourself in the credits somewhere. Don't worry, even if the picture will be copied with no mention of its original source, the Google Images search algorithm will identify the source as you in no time, as long as you post the altered image on your blog first, before distributing it on social networks.
But to cut a long story short, here is a short list of the best photography quotes we found on Tumblr. You can use it as inspiration and, why not, you can also make the messages be quotes about photography and not just photography quotes, if you'd like. Don't be afraid to play around: make the base black and white, use famous quotes by consecrated artists or writers or write your own message in your own voice. It may sound like a cliché, but it's true: as long as the message is heartfelt or witty or both, you'll create the best photography quotes the internet has seen in a while. This is our list of 10 inspiring examples to get your mind started on it.
The nostalgic moment.
Nothing triggers an emotional response in people as fast as something which induces nostalgia. Whether it's for one's childhood, as in the example above, or for lost love or whatever, feeling nostalgic opens people up to the beauty of a photo-captured moment.
The powerful emotional message, set on an airy/dreamy or colorful background.
If the love or life quote is short, it's even better, since it drives the point home faster.
The black and white background.
The same short and catchy emotional message can be written on a black-and-white background for a touch of class.
The poetic photo with a norm-defying message.
Few things are prettier than a colored powder flying through the air, and it makes the perfect background for an inspirational quote about being yourself or being different.
A nature scene meant to induce calm (or something else).
If the straight to the point quote is aimed at helping the viewer let go, no picture could be more appropriate for it than one of the sea.
The one with a pretty human presence.
A beautiful woman, even if she's photographed from behind, can be the perfect background to strong inspirational messages or relationship advice quotes. Facebook is the best and most complete proof of this.
The arts and crafts featured in a photo.
Perhaps because everything tends to be so digitalized, internet users seem to be very moved when they see a picture of something which evokes hand work, if it's framed and set in a beautiful way. Maybe it's the yearning for real contact, maybe it's the creative feel of it, it's doesn't matter. This kind of photo is yet again a very good background, especially for advice quotes. In this case, and the following images as well till the end of our list, it's all not just photography quotes, but quotes about photography.
The simple background for a thought-stimulating message.
This great photography quote doesn't really need much more than its own wit to stand out.
The vintage-style image.
Vintage inspired images are another crowd favorite it seems, and the photography quotes market caught up to it.
The handwriting.
A cute and funny way to deliver a quite is by simply writing it down in a pretty way and photographing it.
All in all, we hope you enjoyed our list of photography quotes from Tumblr and that you'll maybe take some time to play around with your own photos, eventually. It may not seem like a very serious thing to do, but art often requires a break from seriousness. Have fun and unwind, you never know how popular your photography quotes can get.


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Monday, November 23, 2009
Play Time: Farm In Our Playroom
When the girls were stuck inside
with the swine flu a few weeks ago,
we had to get creative and come up with some
new quiet games to play.
With cold weather and long afternoons ahead,
I thought this might be fun for some of your households as well.
We decided to build a farm.
First we collected all of our barns,
barnyard critters, fences, and trucks/tractors
from the playroom menagerie.
I put a big piece of green felt from my art studio
on the floor and added some smaller squares of brown and tan.
We cut a duck pond out of some blue felt
and lined it with pebbles
from one of our sensory boxes.
We planted some acorns
and plastic greenery as our crops.
The Frog Princess helped her Polly Pocket
deliver this baby sheep.
I'm hoping to make some wooden pumpkins soon
(and perhaps a few hay bails) to add to our crops.
The girls and I played for hours (for several afternoons) with the farm.
I packed up all of the supplies in one box
so we can set it up again easily.
Daisy the cat guarding our farm.
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AMD's Q4 graphics line-up revealed
We've managed to get our hands on a document which contains AMD's plans for Q4 this year and how they position their products against Nvidia's in the graphics card market. There are some interesting information here and one of the main things we spotted was that the Radeon HD 2900 XT is being EOL:ed or in other words, discontinued.
It looks like the Radeon HD 3870 and 3850 are indeed the right names for the new RV670 based cards from AMD, although there's an XT and a P which we presume means Pro on this document which doesn't add up with what we've seen some sites reporting about when it comes to AMD's new naming scheme.
The G3 and G4 refer to GDDR3 or GDDR4 on the cards. We'd guess that this document isn't brand spanking new due to the missing 3DMark 06 scores for the 8800 GT and the fact that it has been placed lower than the 320MB 8800 GTS cards. The Radeon HD 3870 should according to this document score some 12,000 plus points at 1,280x1,024 in 3DMark06, and thus beating the 8800 GTX according to AMD's test results.
There's a 256MB version of the 3850 on there as well and it looks like it will replace the Radeon HD 2900 GT which hasn't exactly arrived en masse as yet and it and its 512MB counterpart scores some 10,245 plus points in 3DMark06. There's also a mention of the R680 on there, some reports are suggesting that this is a new chip, while others claim it's a dual RV670 card, time will tell. It should be priced similar to the 8800 Ultra which will put this card out of reach for most of us.
The pricing also looks a bit off now, but this might have something to do with the date of this document, as AMD has lowered the price of its RV670 since the 8800 GT launched. It seems like AMD is keeping some older cards for a little while longer such as the X1950 GT and the X1650 Pro and the entry level X1550 and X1050 parts. It's only a couple of weeks to go until we find out the real deal here, but this is at least an indication of where things are heading.


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What 2013 Movie Are You Most Excited About?
2013 sees at least two movies promising the end of the world (Comedies This Is The End and The World's End), but also two movies set after the apocalypse (Oblivion and After Earth). It's a year that has remakes of horror classics (Evil Dead, Carrie), sequels galore (New installments of The Hobbit, The Hunger Games, Kick-Ass, Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs and, of course, GI Joe: Retaliation) and a relaunch for Superman himself with Man of Steel. In other words, it's a pretty packed year. But which of the movies due for release next year are you most excited about?


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Sec. 1125. [42 U.S.C. 1320a–4] (a) For the purpose of any audit, investigation, examination, analysis, review, evaluation, or other function authorized by law with respect to any program authorized under this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall have power to sign and issue subpenas to any person requiring the production of any pertinent books, records, documents, or other information. Subpenas so issued by the Comptroller General shall be served by anyone authorized by him (1) by delivering a copy thereof to the person named therein, or (2) by registered mail or by certified mail addressed to such person at his last dwelling place or principal place of business. A verified return by the person so serving the subpena setting forth the manner of service, or, in the case of service by registered mail or by certified mail, the return post office receipt therefor signed by the person so served, shall be proof of service.
(b) In case of contumacy by, or refusal to obey a subpena issued pursuant to subsection (a) of this section and duly served upon, any person, any district court of the United States for the judicial district in which such person charged with contumacy or refusal to obey is found or resides or transacts business, upon application by the Comptroller General, shall have jurisdiction to issue an order requiring such person to produce the books, records, documents, or other information sought by the subpena; and any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by the court as a contempt thereof. In proceedings brought under this subsection, the Comptroller General shall be represented by attorneys employed in the General Accounting Office[47] or by counsel whom he may employ without regard to the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing appointments in the competitive service, and the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapters III and VI of chapter 53 of such title, relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates.
(c) No personal medical record in the possession of the General Accounting Office shall be subject to subpena or discovery proceedings in a civil action.
[47] P.L. 108-271, §8(b), provided that "Any reference to the General Accounting Office in any law, rule, regulation, certificate, directive, instruction, or other official paper in force on the date of enactment of this Act (July 7, 2004) shall be considered to refer and apply to the Government Accountability Office."


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Post by Stefan of Tokyo Whisky Hub.
Kyushu - the most southwesterly of Japan's four main islands - is not generally mentioned in the same breath as "whisky". Part of that has to do with the fact that the island's association with "shochu" - Kyushu's quintessential drink - is so strong. Part of it is... well, plain ignorance, and we here at Nonjatta would have been the first to have plead guilty as charged. But not anymore. We spent the last few days of 2012 in Kyushu and discovered a whisky culture so incredibly vibrant it left us in a state of constant embarrassment. How could we not have known about this? And how much did we miss all this time by not looking further than our own backyard? Over the next few weeks, we'll fill you in on what and who is driving this whisky renaissance in Kyushu.
Sunday, January 13, 2013
From Kyushu (1): Hakata
3 comments:
- Nikka Whisky EU said...
Wow, I didn't know about this bottling either. The only local bottling I'd heard of until now was the Sendai-only Datei blend. Wonder how many others there are...
- January 14, 2013 at 4:15 AM
- Nikka Whisky EU said...
woops, I meant Date (my kanji is getting rusty):
- January 14, 2013 at 4:24 AM
- Stefan said...
I haven't the tried the Date yet. It would be interesting to do a comparative tasting of these (and others, if they exist) local bottlings. I don't know what the current Nikka policy is as far as these local bottlings is concerned and/or if this Hakata is still being produced currently. I wasn't able to confirm this while I was in Hakata (nobody knew exactly when it was released) but they did say it had been around for a while.
- January 14, 2013 at 7:29 AM
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When Leigh Ann Ambrosi and Richard Berkowitz began to plan their weekend destination wedding, the Princeton, New Jersey, couple agreed on one thing: "We wanted our guests to experience three days of heaven," says Leigh Ann, and she had the perfect location in mind—Anguilla. The bride, director of marketing and publicity at Sterling Publishing, had visited the sunny island while on a press trip and fell in love with the locale. "Anguilla introduced me to the most gorgeous, pristine beaches I've ever seen," she recalls. She was so enthusiastic in her raves, in fact, that Richard instantly agreed with her choice, even though he'd never been to the island.
The couple's goal to have their 64 guests "kick back, relax and sink their toes in the sand" set the tone for their wedding weekend. When guests arrived at the CuisinArt Resort and Spa, each found a welcome bag stocked with vacation essentials in their hotel room. Leigh Ann and Richard hosted a rum-punch happy hour that night to give everyone a chance to meet and mingle; the next day, the bridal party toured the island by boat. When the boat docked in the evening, the party was joined by the rest of the guests for a seaside rehearsal dinner with the music of a steel-drum band.
The next day, Leigh Ann and Richard were married on the beach in a traditional Jewish ceremony. Afterward, the newlyweds and their guests celebrated at the cocktail hour, dining on crab cakes, mango-and-Brie quesadillas and Jamaican jerk-chicken skewers, as well as an assortment of fresh pasta and Mediterranean salads from made-to-order stations. The party stayed outdoors for the reception but moved upstairs after cocktail hour, to a posh penthouse terrace overlooking the ocean.
As the sun set, guests were escorted to their tables, each named after a seashell and marked with a glass jar filled with the table's namesake. Everyone enjoyed a dinner of mini risotto cakes and a choice of grilled lobster with coconut rice or beef with garlic-mashed potatoes. Then the couple and their guests got down to reggae and steel-drum tunes played by the local Mussington Brothers band. "We saw our guests dancing, smiling and laughing," says Leigh Ann. "At that moment, we realized how lucky we were to have such amazing people in our lives." —Cristi L. Hansen
Learn from Leigh Ann and Richard
Keep Guests Informed: The couple added to each guest's welcome bag a "Passport to Fun in the Sun" booklet containing a list of scheduled events and travel details for the entire weekend.
Chill Out: Leigh Ann and Richard distributed straw fans to make sure guests stayed cool throughout the outdoor ceremony and reception.
Offer Alternatives for Your Guests: The couple gave everyone the option of choosing a light dessert of champagne sorbet with fresh berries or a rich chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream.
Bid a Memorable Farewell: For their favors, Leigh Ann and Richard gave each guest a silver luggage tag to remind them of their trip to Anguilla.


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NAACP leader Benjamin Jealous resigns, will leave in December
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Matt Smith | 9/9/2013, 5:57 a.m. | Updated on 9/10/2013, 10:16 a.m.
CNN Benjamin Todd Jealous will step down as president of the NAACP after five years as president of the oldest and largest U.S. civil rights organization, he announced Sunday.
"The NAACP has always been the largest civil rights organization in the streets, and today it is also the largest civil rights organization online, on mobile and at the ballot box too," Jealous said in a statement issued Sunday afternoon. "I am proud to leave the Association financially sound, sustainable, focused, and more powerful than ever."
Jealous, 40, was named president 2008 after working as a community organizer, a newspaper editor and Amnesty International official. He took over from Bruce Gordon, a retired telecommunications executive who clashed with the NAACP's governing board.
In announcing his resignation, he said he wanted to spend "a lot more time with my young family." Jealous and his wife, Lia, have two children, a 1-year-old son and a 7-year-old daughter.
"My chair asked me when I called her, she said, 'Well, is there someone who's luring you away?' " Jealous told CNN. "And I said, 'Yes, there is. His name is Jack, and her name is Morgan.' "
No successor was announced in the statement, in which NAACP board Chairman Roslyn Brock credited Jealous with building a staff able to "meet the civil rights challenges of the 21st century."
During his tenure, Jealous was a prominent voice against laws the NAACP argued made it harder to vote, such as voter-ID laws passed in numerous states in the past several years. Recently, Jealous condemned as "outrageous" the Supreme Court's decision to strike down a key portion of the 1965 Voting Rights Act and lobbied Congress to re-authorize the provisions that the court killed.
"We are on a real fight on voting rights, and it's likely to be a generational battle," he told CNN. "It's being waged against us by people who are fully cognizant that in 2043, this country becomes majority people of color, and they're trying to hold on to the old order for as long as possible."
But he said he was confident that leaders in Congress -- including Democrats like civil rights movement veteran John Lewis and Republicans like James Sensenbrenner, a leading member of the House Judiciary Committee -- support restoring provisions the court struck down. He said the organization's state chapters are strong and that the national organization has doubled its fund-raising take in the past five years.
Jealous also advocated easing restrictions on voting by ex-felons; supported efforts to tighten regulations on gun sales after the massacre at a Connecticut elementary school in December; and was particularly outspoken over the February 2012 killing of Trayvon Martin, the Florida teen shot to death by a neighborhood watch volunteer. He called for the resignation of the police chief in Sanford, Florida, accusing him of mishandling the case by failing to arrest the volunteer, George Zimmerman.
Prosecutors eventually brought second-degree murder charges Zimmerman, who was acquitted in July. The NAACP has called for the federal government to charge Zimmerman with violating Martin's civil rights after the acquittal, which Jealous said left the impression "that our young people have to fear the bad guys and the good guys -- the robbers and the cops and the self-appointed community watch volunteer who thinks that they're keeping folks safer."
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May 12, 2003LOS ANGELES — On Tuesday, May 13, the Harold Price Center for Entrepreneurial Studies at The Anderson School at UCLA and The Knapp Foundation will hold the final round of the 22nd annual Knapp Venture Competition. Some 21 teams participated in the semi-final competition round in April. The five finalist teams that emerged from that round will now present their business plans to a judging panel of venture capitalists, lawyers and entertainment industry professionals and compete for the $10,000 in cash prizes.
Anderson faculty, staff and students are encouraged to attend the final round competition, which will be held in Korn Convocation Hall from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. and immediately followed by a cocktail reception from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The winners of the 2003 Knapp Venture Competition will be announced at the reception. Additionally, Alex Dickinson, founder and CEO of Luxtera, Inc., will deliver a keynote address during the reception.
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EVWorks - Distributes low-cost, zero-emissions electric vehicles that are designed in the U.S. and manufactured in India. The group consists of current Anderson students and industry professionals, one of whom is an Anderson alum from the class of 2000.
HTS, LLC - Uses proprietary software to provide commercial commissioning services for hospitals and educational facilities in Los Angeles. The team leader is an Anderson executive MBA (EMBA) student who is a co-owner of both a construction management company and a radiation dosimetry consulting firm.
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PanPacSoft - Develops proprietary software and hosted services that will streamline trade fulfillment for transactions between the United States and Asia-Pacific countries. The team is comprised of current MBA students from The Anderson School and other programs, Anderson alumni, as well as industry professionals.
Xiehou Entertainment - Provides a wireless application for matchmaking services in China, a market that will have both the highest number of cell phone users, as well as the largest population in the world. The team was also selected as a finalist for the Carrot Capital Competition in New York City.
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Update with pics of the completed room. The movie premier was on June 10, 2012.
The Austin Home Theater DIY construction video:
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Well it's finally time...my own build thread!
I'd like to start off by thanking everyone on AVS Forum. I feel so lucky to have all of you here to help and support me on this journey!
A little background: I'm a senior in High School looking to finish this theater so I can get some time in it before I have to leave for college. My mother, two sisters, one brother, and five dogs just moved into a new house. At our old house I had a projector set up with a cheap box sound system so I'll be reusing the projector but getting new 5.1 surround.
The room is in the basement which is currently home to my sisters bedroom and an (almost) complete bathroom. The theater will be in a section of the unfinished half. Room dimensions are 11ftx12ft with 7ft ceilings. The plan is to have a couch and recliner along the back wall with a 96in 16:9 screen. Soundproofing measures will include staggered stud walls, decoupled ceiling with whisper clips, fiberglass insulation, and DD + GG. Soffits will be along the two sides and back wall to hide some ductwork and hold recessed lights. Floor will be wall to wall carpet.
Gear which I have:
Projector-Optoma HD20
Receiver-Onkyo TX-NR609
FL and FR-Polk Monitor 60
Center-Polk CS2
Cable Box
Still need:
Subwoofer (considering Bic f12 but friend has offered a deal on B&W ASW1000?)
Surrounds (Considering Dayton B652)
I'd love to have it operational by Christmas (at least a screen and sound) so I'm looking forward to some hard work after school and on weekends!
Feel free to share any suggestions/comments/words of support and thank you all!
The screen will be on the wall which currently has empty studs from previous construction.
The back wall will protrude out from where the concrete block comes out.
The doorway on the screen wall will be sealed and the entrance will be through a door underneath the HVAC trunk in a small hallway.
The outlet on the concrete block wall was moved to the workbench area of the basement and I put up the rigid foam insulation on the wall.
From the looks of it tho - you are going to blow them away with how great it's gunna turn out. Nice job on the rigid btw.
High Desert Theater - work in progress
Building Bass - Subs
Surrounds - Easy as Pi
Storage - unRAID unDELL
Mains - Another piece of Pi
The framed wall:
Some pictures of the basement bathroom:
The framing is coming along nicely. I hope to have all of it complete soon so that I can begin the electrical (my favorite part of the build) this weekend.
I have a question for all of you experts. My plan is to recess my projector into the staggered stud wall so that the lens is just about flush with the inside drywall. This is to maximize screen size in my small space because the projector (Optoma HD20) does not have a very good zoom. My plan is to build a projector "backer box" according to Ted White's specifications. This will be an MDF 5-sided box with a layer of green glue and cement board lining the inside. Does anyone see a problem with this or have a better alternative from a sound isolation standpoint? My concern is that this configuration is meant for smaller boxes like for recessed lights.
My other concern is ventilation in the box. It will be open in the front and the projector has a front exhaust. The room air return will also be located in a soffit above the projector to remove heat. Do you think their will be enough airflow to reach the projector intakes along the side and back of the unit? I would add some kind of vent and possibly a fan in the back of the box but I feel like this would then be detrimental to sound isolation.
As always, THANK YOU!!!
High Desert Theater - work in progress
Building Bass - Subs
Surrounds - Easy as Pi
Storage - unRAID unDELL
Mains - Another piece of Pi
Nothing like a shipment of Green Glue to get you excited!!!
After reading about this stuff for the last few months it feels surreal to actually have it in my own house. Time to throw the builder in me into high gear so I can get to installing it. Now to find a contractor size caulk gun...
I have to thank everyone at The Soundproofing Company one more time. You gave me the greatest advice I could ask for and allowed me to get the best sound isolation I could with a limited budget. Everyone should call you guys for everything relating to soundproofing!
The doorway from the entrance hallway:
Screen Wall:
Back and side wall:
Looking in from the storage area:
Staggered stud wall construction:
I also picked up two wall sconces for the "entrance hallway":
And the IR Repeater System came in the mail:
I also went to a local lumber yard to order a door. I asked for a solid core pre-hung unit cut down to the height that I need. They will call me tomorrow to give me a price quote. Should I be looking for anything more specific in the door? When I told him solid he said Masonite. Is that correct? I might end up just getting one from Home Depot or Lowes and cuttting it down myslef if they charge a high fee for the cutting.
Thanks for taking the time to follow this!
You should go to a real door shop. Home centers aren't too good at special orders.
Masonite is a brand name - one of many.
High Desert Theater - work in progress
Building Bass - Subs
Surrounds - Easy as Pi
Storage - unRAID unDELL
Mains - Another piece of Pi
High Desert Theater - work in progress
Building Bass - Subs
Surrounds - Easy as Pi
Storage - unRAID unDELL
Mains - Another piece of Pi
My place PROJECTS:Bacon Race, Ohio, Bethesda, Swizzle Stick, Summer Fun, Curve Frenzy, Staggered Walls, Rawlinsway, Lemonade,
Crossed out in red is brickmould which you won't need.
Kerfed weatherstrip highlighted blue.
High Desert Theater - work in progress
Building Bass - Subs
Surrounds - Easy as Pi
Storage - unRAID unDELL
Mains - Another piece of Pi
Note the top and bottom rails are only 1.5" or so. If you cut more than that off the door you will get into the particle board core. It shouldn't be a problem to do so, although the door will be more easily chipped on the bottom since the particle board is not that tough. I'd recommend fortifying the bottom of the door by painting wood glue into the exposed particle board.
A router with a straight bit is the best way to cut the door without splintering the veneer. Second best is to use a circular saw with a fine blade. Score the veneer with a utility knife and apply blue painters masking tape to the door to help prevent chipping.
You may find a door shop willing to cut down a stock door for you. Otherwise you'll end up having to do it yourself and route the door and jamb for hinges. Try to find a door specialty shop that has the tools to prep the door in-house. Most lumber yards buy their prehung doors from a wholesaler. The wholesalers are generally not too cooperative on doing custom work.
Give me a zip code and I may be able to locate a supplier for you.
High Desert Theater - work in progress
Building Bass - Subs
Surrounds - Easy as Pi
Storage - unRAID unDELL
Mains - Another piece of Pi
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Small is beautiful in today's auto industry.
At the Detroit auto show next week, automakers will show downsized vehicles. But the vehicles will also be beautiful, as automakers offer luxury and electronic features that shoppers crave. Buick, for instance, will unveil a small crossover called the Encore. Cadillac will show a sedan, the ATS, slotted below the CTS.
Also onstage will be hybrids from Mercedes-Benz, Toyota and Volvo as automakers race to boost fuel economy.
Here is a roundup of world production and concept debuts along with other unveilings planned for the show.
This is a big show for Honda's luxury brand. Enthusiasts will appreciate the NSX concept, a high-performance hybrid that engineers hope to have on the road in less than three years. A V6 will be mated to a lithium ion battery pack, with all-wheel drive getting power to the pavement.
Perhaps more important to the short-term future of the brand is the ILX sedan, which will be derived from the global Honda Civic platform and will take the place of the larger TSX.
Acura also will show the redesigned 2013 RDX compact crossover, which will be powered by a V6 replacing a turbocharged four-cylinder engine.
Audi is expected to unveil a freshened version of a small sporty sedan, as well as a crossover concept.
Buick will reveal its new small crossover, the 2013 Encore, which will be slotted below the full-sized Enclave. The Encore will be Buick's fifth new or redesigned model in the past five years as the brand strives for European-flavored cars with premium interiors.
The ATS sedan, a BMW 3-series fighter, is expected to be launched in the second half of 2012. The rear-wheel-drive car will be built in Lansing, Mich., alongside the Cadillac CTS coupe, sedan and wagon.
Chevrolet will show a sporty RS version of the Sonic subcompact, which went on sale in August. The 2013 hatch-only RS will get a new front fascia and grille along with shorter gear ratios on the six-speed manual to give the 1.4-liter turbo engine a sportier feel.
Chevrolet also is expected to show two concept vehicles from General Motors' North Hollywood, Calif., design center.
The 2013 Dodge Dart, built on a Fiat platform, features a variety of powertrain options and Dodge Charger styling cues.
The Dart will feature an available 8.5-inch info screen and a 7-inch electronic instrument cluster surrounded by lighted color accents. The Dart is scheduled to arrive at dealerships during the first half of 2012 and will be assembled in Belvidere, Ill.
Ford brand
The redesigned 2013 Fusion will likely follow the direction that Ford laid out with the 2013 Escape compact crossover: curvier lines, engines with direct injection and turbochargers, and a hybrid.
The Accord will be redesigned in mid-2012, and Honda will tease its styling with an Accord Coupe concept in Detroit. Historically, Honda's concept cars tend to look very similar to the final production vehicle.
Hyundai will reveal a turbocharged four-cylinder Veloster. The brand also will show a restyled 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe with a new grille and front fascia and a more refined interior. The car will receive a new four-cylinder engine and a re-engineered 3.8-liter V6.
What happens if you cross the Lexus LF-A high-performance car and the IS 250 coupe? The LF-LC coupe concept. It explores the future of Lexus styling and was created at the automaker's Calty design studio in Newport Beach, Calif. It comes in a 2+2 layout, meaning there's room for two humans and two overnight bags. The grille is even more prominent, with slivers for LED headlights, and a long sweeping hoodline. Early photos show hybrid badges.
Lincoln will show a concept of the next-generation MKZ sedan. Lincoln officials hint that the car could offer a glimpse of the brand's future direction under design chief Max Wolff. The MKZ is a mid-sized sedan based on the same platform as the Ford Fusion.
The redesigned 2013 Mercedes SL roadster is longer and lighter than the outgoing model and gets a new all-aluminum body. Only one version, the SL550, initially will be sold in the United States next spring. The SL550 will be powered by a new 4.6-liter direct-injection V8.
Mercedes also will show two E-class hybrids. The E400 Hybrid sedan, which goes on sale in the second half of 2012, has a 27-hp electric motor and a 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine.
The E300 BlueTec Hybrid uses a 2.1-liter four-cylinder common rail diesel and the same electric motor used in the E400 Hybrid. The E300 BlueTec Hybrid initially will be sold only in Europe later this year.
The 2012 Mini Roadster, a soft-top two-seater, goes on sale in February. The Roadster will be available with three variants of Mini's 1.6-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine. The sticker starts at $25,050, including destination for the base Cooper model.
Nissan is showing a concept that hints at the next-generation Pathfinder. The brand also will show an electric version of the NV200 small commercial van, which can be used as a taxi.
Porsche will unveil convertible versions of the 911 Carrera and Carrera S. They will go on sale in the United States this spring.
Toyota's youth brand will show another version of the FR-S coupe, this one likely tweaked by Toyota Racing Development tuners.
Smart will show a two-seat electric pickup concept called the For-Us. The pickup reportedly has dimensions similar to the second-generation ForFour four-seat vehicle being developed with partner Renault and scheduled to go on sale in 2014.
Toyota will show a plug-in hybrid concept called the NS4. The brand will also show the production version of the 2012 Prius C hatchback. It was shown in Japanese-market form, where it is known as Aqua, at the Tokyo Motor Show in November.
Volkswagen will unveil the production version of the 2013 Jetta hybrid. The car will be assembled on the Jetta line at VW's plant in Puebla, Mexico. The Jetta hybrid goes on sale in the United States in late 2012.
The Swedish brand is expected to show a hybrid, most likely a concept, and reveal its U.S. hybrid strategy.
World debuts
-- 2012 or 2013 Acura ILX sedan
-- 2013 Acura RDX crossover
-- 2013 Buick Encore crossover
-- 2013 Cadillac ATS sedan
-- 2013 Dodge Dart compact
-- 2013 Ford Fusion
-- 2013 Mercedes SL roadster
-- 2013 Mercedes E-class hybrids
-- 2012 Mini Roadster
-- 2012 Toyota Prius C hatchback
-- Acura NSX
-- Audi crossover
-- Honda Accord Coupe
-- Lexus LF-LC coupe
-- Lincoln MKZ sedan
-- Nissan Pathfinder
-- Scion FR-S coupe
-- Smart For-Us pickup
-- Toyota NS4 hybrid
-- Volvo hybrid


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Programs \ Low Impact Forestry
Upcoming Workshops
What is the Low Impact Forestry Project?
The Low Impact Forestry (LIF) Project at MOFGA is a group of loggers, foresters, landowners, farmers, and interested persons educating about, practicing, and advocating for ecologically based and economically sound forest practices. We practice and endorse forestry that seeks to reduce the known harmful impacts of logging, and promote the social and ecological benefits. The LIF Project hosts workshops year-round covering all sorts of forestry related topics from logging with draft animals to home firewood production. The LIF staff also participates in collaborative logging projects that explore creative forest management and contracts that benefit both landowner and logger.
Workshops and Events
The Low Impact Forestry Project hosts seminars and workshops for all skills levels and interests. For a complete listing of upcoming LIF events and registration information please visit the LIF Workshops page.
One of MOFGA's foresters, Barrie Brusila of Mid-Maine Forestry, shows folks how to identify and remove the invasive plant Japanese honeysuckle.
LIF instructor Nick Zandstra demonstrates the safe and efficient operation of a portable saw mill during an LIF workshop.
Commercial Logging
For several years, professional members of the LIF staff have gathered annually at MOFGA's Common Ground Woodlot to manage the forest. The purpose of these harvests has been not only to implement MOFGA's forest management plan, but also to experiment with various methods of logging, and methods of compensation. The LIF group promotes the appropriate use of machinery in the woods, and has used machinery alongside draft animal power. Throughout the commercial harvests we have maximized efficiency while minimizing the known harmful effects of logging by using animals and machines in their most appropriate roles. The result has been a complete management plan, and a large amount of lumber that has been used throughout the Fairgrounds.
If you are interested in having a commercial harvest in your woodlot please contact our forestry coordinator. They will be happy to provide you with the names and information of foresters, loggers, and sawyers who are in your area. They will also be happy to come walk your woodlot with you, and discuss options for harvesting wood, types of logging operations, what to look for in logging contractors, etc.
Our recent commercial work in Unity has featured draft animal and machine power to maximize the benefits of each. Unity. The volunteer and professional crew harvested about 30 thousand board feet of lumber to be used on the MOFGA grounds and sold.
If you are interested in purchasing FSC certified, kiln-dried shiplap pine boards of varying widths and lengths, harvested by LIF crews please contact Jason Tessier, MOFGA's Facilities Coordinator, to learn more.
For more information about MOFGA's LIF programs, contact MOFGA at email@example.com
Irving Certification Valuation
Submitted to the Forest Stewardship Council, Nov. 2014, by Mitch Lansky
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is a global, multi-stakeholder forestry organization with a mission to "promote environmentally sound, socially beneficial and economically prosperous management of the world's forests." Certification by FSC of wood products, traced through chain of custody to "sustainable" forest practices, is required for many "green" building and paper programs. In the United States and Canada alone, FSC certifies nearly 173 million acres. Yet, says Lansky, J. D. Irving Ltd. – whose forestry practices in Maine are FSC certified – uses short rotations "that look suspiciously like plantations" rather than natural forests; uses more herbicides than all other forest landowners in Maine combined; is managing for stand structures that are vulnerable to spruce budworm; was cutting more than its forests were growing; and was not treating its contractors in socially responsible ways.
Mitch Lansky is founder of the Maine Low-Impact Forestry Project and author of "Low-Impact Forestry: Forestry as if the Future Mattered" (see below).
Download Mitch Lansky's "Low-Impact Forestry: Forestry as if the Future Mattered"
or download excerpts here:
Principles of Low-Impact Forestry
Patient Money: The Economic of Low-Impact Forestry
Paying Loggers
Logging Contracts and What They Should Cover
MOFGA has been the fortunate designee of a beautiful farm, homestead and woodlot in North Anson, formerly owned by Jerry Sass, who now has life tenancy on the property. MOFGA will use the property for educational activities of the Low Impact Forestry Program. Details about the Sass property.


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Has CES Lost Its Star Appeal?
January 6th, 2013 01:03 View Comments
An opinion piece by tech writer, David Gilbert, looks at how CES might be losing some of its luster. "It's hard to know who the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) really benefits. A common perception is that CES is the place where all the major technology companies launch their latest and greatest gadgets. But this is simply not the case. Let's look at 2012 as an example. Last year's most talked about consumer technology products (in no particular order) were: the iPhone 5, iPad 3, iPad mini, Microsoft Surface, Samsung Galaxy S3, Google Nexus 7, Amazon Kindle Fire HD and the Wii U. How many were launched at CES 2012? None."
Source: Has CES Lost Its Star Appeal?


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Don't blow the Breathalyzer
I think your "Confessions of a Drunk Driver" [Cover story, September 9, 2004] was first rate, but I wish you had addressed several other issues.
Based on my own nightmarish experience, I learned from my very expensive Northern Virginia attorney that you can mitigate the severity of the Commonwealth's case against you if you are accused of driving under the influence.
First, don't take the roadside breathalyzer test. The policeman might tell you that if you don't, you will automatically be convicted and lose you license. This is not true. The only breathalyzer you are required to blow is the official machine at city, county, or state police headquarters that has a computerized link to the Department of Motor Vehicles in Richmond. The roadside breathalyzer cannot be used as evidence in court by the Commonwealth and is used as a preliminary screen for the roadside tests.
Second, do not get out of your car and perform the roadside tests. One is not legally required to do so. Many people believe that the successful accomplishment of these tests will persuade the officer to let them go. The real purpose of these tests is so that the policeman can collect evidence against you.
Third, don't tell the policeman when your last drink was taken. They use this information to determine when to give you the official breathalyzer. In fact, don't say anything to the policeman. Tell him that you will not speak to him without the presence of your attorney.
The bottom line here is: Don't drink and drive, but if the readers of The Hook do drink and drive, they should be fully aware of their legal rights.
Finally, don't hire a high-priced Northern Virginia attorney. They are not welcome in the court system here and this will hurt your case. In fact, if you blow .08 or more at any time during the arrest process, don't even bother to hire an attorney. Conviction is a foregone conclusion and the sentence is statutorily mandated. In other words, the Commonwealth's got you.
Caroline Exeter


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08/01/18 by Lyon Real Estate
The Lyon Cares Foundation announced today that Triumph Cancer Foundation is the recipient of a $5,000 grant. The mission of the Triumph Cancer Foundation is empowering cancer survivors to recapture their lives after treatment through exercise. Triumph Fitness, and other continuing programs, are offered to qualified adult cancer survivors at no cost.
Operated by Lyon Real Estate, the Lyon Cares Foundation offers time, talent, and treasure to local nonprofits that make their communities a better place. Funds are raised through escrow and payroll contributions by Lyon agents and staff in addition to Lyon's annual Golf Tournament.
"This year we have seen a large increase in the number of survivors seeking our help, so this award couldn't have come at a better time," said Pam Whitehead, Executive Director of Triumph Cancer Foundation. "We will be using the money to help fund an additional class of Triumph Fitness in September."
"It gives us great pride to give this grant to Triumph Cancer Foundation," said Lyon Real Estate president Pat Shea. "They are doing very important work."
In 2018, each of Lyon's 14 offices, in addition to their headquarters office will be giving two $5,000 grants to organizations of their choice, totaling $150,000. Lyon's Sierra Oaks office chose Triumph Cancer Foundation to be the recipient of their grant.
About Lyon Cares Foundation
The Lyon Cares Foundation provides time, talent, and treasure to local nonprofits that make their communities a better place. Our partner in giving is the Sacramento Region Community Foundation. In 2017, Lyon Cares gave grants totaling $160,000 to 32 organizations in the Greater Sacramento Area and will be giving grants totaling $150,000 in 2018.
About Lyon Real Estate
Lyon Real Estate is the leading independent real estate brokerage company in Greater Sacramento. We are proud to be home grown, locally owned and internationally known. Lyon has served the area for over 70 years. In 2017, the company closed 7,333 transactions worth a total of $3 billion in sales volume. Lyon Real Estate has 950 agents in 17 offices located throughout the region. The company is a member of the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®, the largest network of premier locally-branded firms, as well as LeadingRE's Luxury Portfolio International® program. In addition to its real estate services, Lyon Real Estate offers RELO Direct, a global relocation program. For more information about Lyon Real Estate, click to GoLyon.com and follow us on Facebook.com/LyonRealEstate.


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Yet - O God, there were so many stars you could have used.
What was the need to give these people to the fire, that the symbol of their passing might shine above Bethlehem?
Arthur C. Clarke.
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Yet - O God, there were so many stars you could have used.
What was the need to give these people to the fire, that the symbol of their passing might shine above Bethlehem?
Neal Stephenson - Snow Crash wrote:Get enough of them together, looking for the America they always believed they'd grow up in, and they glom together like overcooked rice, form integral, starchy little units.
Most people like me are dead.
The mushrooms did not reply. They were mushrooms, and mushrooms are too good to speak to lowly animals like humans.
The Great Hippo wrote:Nuclear bombs are like potato chips, you can't stop after just *one*
This was the pain before birth. The storm before spring
This was what they asked for.
This was what they wanted
This was war
We cannot help imposing our desires on the world - even though the world remains impervious to them, and keeps to laws that are not the laws our natures suppose it ought to have.
But history is made by man. Old Vico said that man can only fully understand what he has made, the corollary to that is, that what man has made he can understand: it will not, like the physical world, remain impervious to his desire to understand. So if we look at history and find in it huge stories, plots identical to the plots of myth and legend, populated by actual persons who however bear the symbols and even the names of gods and demons, we need be no more alarmed and suspicious than we would be on picking up a hammer and finding its grip fit for our hand, and its head balanced for our striking. We are understanding what we have made, and its shape is ours; we have made history…the laws that govern it are not the laws of nature, but they are the laws that govern us...The story remains; and if it changes, and it does, it is because our human nature is not fixed; there is more than one history of the world. But when we believe that we have proved that there is no story, that history is just one damned thing after another that can only be because we have ceased to recognize ourselves.
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