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Product Comparison: Liqui Moly Synthoil Premium 5W-40 vs Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel Truck 5W-40
General Specifications
Liqui Moly
Mobil 1
Synthoil Premium 5W-40
Turbo Diesel Truck 5W-40
About the Product
Fully synthetic, all-season motor oil for superior performance and long engine life in gasoline and diesel vehicles. Tested safe with catalytic converters and turbochargers. Exceeds all major European car manufacturer's requirements. Benefits: - saves fuel - instant lubrication after cold start - maximum engine performance - keeps engine clean - for extended service intervals
Mobil 1™ Turbo Diesel Truck 5W-40 is a fully synthetic performance heavy duty diesel engine oil that helps to extend engine life while providing long drain capability and fuel economy for modern diesel engines operating in severe applications. Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel Truck utilizes state-of-the-art technology to help deliver exceptional performance in modern low emission engines, including refrigerated units, as well as older, well-maintained engines. Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel Truck 5W-40 is recommended for use in a wide range of light-duty applications such as turbo diesel pick-up trucks, as well as, heavy-duty applications and operating environments found in the on-road transport and off-road mining, construction, and agricultural industries. Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel Truck also meets the API SM specification for gasoline engines used in mixed fleets.
Key Specs
SAE Viscosity Grade
Engine Type
5.28 quart(s)
1 quart(s)
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Liqui Moly Synthoil Premium 5W-40 Synthetic Motor Oil
- I have used Castrol and Mobil 1 in my Audi which are both good quality, but this stuff is way better. The engine idles noticeably smoother and seems quieter. I'll be using Liqui Molly from now on.
- Was recommended this by my father in law whom uses these for years with his audis. I use this on my TT Quattro 01 Easy to pour. Definitely runs smoother than Mobil.
- As soon as I bought my 2013 VW CC, I drained whatever oil was in there and replaced it with LiquiMoly 5w40. Car seems to start easier and has more power.
- Now I've been using LiquiMoly for my older Volkswagen Passat 1.8T/B5 for about a couple of years. For this time, Ive noticed my engine making a lot of noise. Now this could be due to a lot of things considering my car is old. I also noticed that my car has been using up more oil.
- This oil was recommended to me by a seller and I bought it without investigation. The following morning when I started the car at 28 degrees F I heard the unmistakable noise made by unprotected metal to metal friction.
Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel Truck 5W-40 Synthetic Motor Oil
- My Peterbilt (12.5 liter) may spend winters in north North Dakota and some hot months in Far South Texas. I'm pleased that the oil pressure is normal under these wide temperature swings. Buying ten gallons of this oil took some thought but I'm happy with the results.
- This oil gets excellent ratings in used oil analysis. I used it in my '06 5.9 Liter Dodge Cummins turbo diesel truck. The 250,000 mile engine only consumed 1/2 quart of this oil over 6000 miles. As always, ensure this oil is appropriate for your car before adding it to the engine.
- Oil is thin for easy start up and circulation, gets thicher when needed. This synthetic oil holds up better to the torture of the turbo
- I have been using Mobil 1 product for more than 20 years. You will never go wrong with there product.
- To rate the effectiveness or lubricity of this oil, the detergents it contains, etc. are beyond my capabilities. I have an '01 VW Jetta Diesel that I use this oil in. I can say that the engine is slightly quieter with this oil.
Size & Weight
12.5 in.
9.1 in.
9.7 in.
4.5 in.
4.7 in.
2.3 in.
9.9 lbs.
2.08 lbs.
Canister Material
Temperature Range
-54.4°F up to 464°F
up to 419°F
BMW Longlife-98, MB 229.3, Porsche A40
VW Jetta TDI 2005.5
ACEA Classification
API Classification
Rapid oil delivery at low temperatures, Outstanding engine cleanliness, Very high lubrication reliability at high and low temperatures
Outstanding thermal and oxidation stability, Enhanced film strength at high temperatures, Inherent stay-in-grade shear stability, Low volatility, Long drain capability, Exceptional low-temperature pumpability, Enhanced TBN quality reserve, Outstanding resistance to corrosion
What customers say about "Features"
Liqui Moly Synthoil Premium 5W-40 Synthetic Motor Oil
- Been using this stuff for many, many years on both my BMW and VW vehicle while driving on the autobahn at high speeds!!
- I have a MK V GTI with a BPY engine and it seems to prefer this oil. Maybe you are like me and your GTI consumes a bit of oil. Switching to this and cleaning the intake valves really cut the consumption down to nearly none. I have no complaints.
- I've been using Liqui Moly products in my BMW and Mercedes for some time now. They have some of best synthetic oils on the market. Highly recommended. This is the ONLY synthetic oil I use in my cars. I LOVE it!!
- I have used this for my MK6 GTI 2.0TSI for 2 years now. It is common for direct injection engines to burn a bit of oil but I have found this oil to stay at the same level through out the 5000 mi that I let it run prior to the next change.
- Put this in my 2012 VW Eos. Seems like quality oil. No issues so far and my engine seems to run a tad more quiet than with the previous oil it had. I will stick with Liqui Moly for my future oil needs.
- The actual product came in blue color and realise i bought the wrong grade.The picture is misleading despite the content on the bottle itself is correct.
Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel Truck 5W-40 Synthetic Motor Oil
- I use this oil for my Lotus Elise because it is one of the few oils that still has high ZDDP (a zinc additive), and Lotus recommends a 5W40 weight. High ZDDP extends the life of engines that have high pressure sliding surfaces, which is more common in high compression engines.
- use only this motor oil for our F250, great product, highly recommended and great price - thank you
- Mercedes strongly suggests Mobil 1 and having a diesel the 5w-40 turbo diesel lubricant in my SUV is just one more thing NOT to worry about " THAT's A GOOD THING" :)
- I own a 1998 one owner Dodge PU with the Cummins Turbo Diesel. I have used Mobil 1 for every oil change since it was new. It is a superior oil. I change my own oil.
- I have a 2005 Silverado 2500 with LLY duramax diesel. I have used mobile 1 turbo diesel since new. I now have 351000 miles without ANY problems, truck still runs like new, I have original injectors and turbo, I change oil using vehicle oil monitor, usally at 10000 miles between changes .
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I spent a while this afternoon working on a budget mitigation request for STEM K-8 next year, asking SPS to provide a 1.0 AP and some additional program planning funds. Excerpts from the application is included below to help see what we are preparing for.
The Mitigation Fund is an auxiliary source of operating funds. These funds will be allocated to address extreme school and program needs that are not adequately funded by WSS allocations, baseline carry-forwards, grants, self-help or other sources of funds.
The criteria used to evaluate requests include program, and equity considerations, unique school characteristics student achievement and other funding availability.
[Describe the reason for the mitigation request. The reasons should be tied directly to the mitigation criteria described above. Requests that are not specifically related to these criteria are unlikely to receive mitigation funding.]
Louisa Boren STEM K-8 is a new option school adding a middle school and special education programs. For the 2016-17 school year STEM will be adding two 7th grade classes, an Access program, morning and afternoon Special Education preschool classes, and a Seattle preschool. There will be construction and change throughout the Boren building as Arbor Heights leaves and STEM reorganizes to inhabit the entire school. Additionally, only in it's 4th year of existence, STEM continues to pursue the work of solidifying its option school program. Implementing a clear school vision has required extensive professional development in Project-Based Learning, Next Generation Science and Engineering Standards, and Singapore Math. We are currently trying to develop alignment in Balanced Literacy practices. STEM's number of ELL students doubled last year, and STEM experienced a substantial increase in Special Education students (before the assignment of two new programs). Not counting the Seattle Preschool teacher, STEM K-8 was assigned 26.6 certificated teachers (27 qualifies for a 1.0 AP).
The extraordinary level of ongoing change and development happening at Louisa Boren STEM K-8 requires investing in leadership and planning. It takes substantial leadership to develop new programs. A full-time AP and funds to support individual, team, and staff planning for new programming is essential for STEM K-8 to meet the expanding student needs Seattle Public Schools has assigned.
Result of not Mitigating
[Describe the negative results of not mitigating the resources as requested. How will this violate the guiding principles and mission of the Seattle Public Schools?]
[If multiple items are requested indicate the priority of needs.]
Seattle Public School is committed to equity. The level of change and growth at STEM demands at least minimal allocation of additional resources. With new 7th grade, Sped, and preschool programs (and 26.6 certificated teachers-many of them new to the school and profession), not investing in leadership and planning is tantamount to adopting a "sink or swim" development strategy. Seattle Public Schools' mission states SPS is committed to ensuring equitable access, closing the opportunity gaps and excellence in education for every student. This is particularly vital for Special Education students, our most vulnerable learners. Not investing in leadership and planning will lead to lower achievement, a lack of compliance and poor implementation of IEP's and new Special Education programs, insufficient development of middle school programming, and frustrated staff, students, and community members.

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Ya know, I've always found Bud annoying and seemingly incompetent. Um, tie all star game? His inability to handle the steroid situation. His mediocre team that never makes the playoffs. What exactly does he do for eighteen million dollars a year?
That was a PERFECT game last night. Did you see the replay of that last out? Are you telling me that was a single? I'm telling you that you've either got your head so far up your butt you can't see what really happens for the poop smeared over your eyes, or you need to chip off a few bucks of that ABSURD salary and go see an eye doctor.
Ridiculous. I grew up a baseball FREAK. I played every day as a kid, in leagues and sandlots yada yada yada. I live about two miles from Tropicana Field. I went to one game about three years ago. My friend had season tickets and invited me the night they were supposed to wine and dine her to reup for the following season. She told me not to eat beforehand, as they had promised her an open bar and a buffet spread.
It turned out to be the most ridiculous experience of my life. We were put in a 'luxury' suite, upper deck, blocked view, and watched as the ball would sail up out of view, then reappear a couple seconds later on its way down, and back out of our view as it reached the field. There was no food, no beer, and the Rays rep said he thought there was some diet cokes in the little fridge. There wasn't. He gave me a bottle of water. I couldn't wait to pony up my hard earned bucks and buy some tickets.
Actually, I left in the third inning and won't go back.
You want baseball to thrive again? You should put me in charge. How exactly did the morons take control of dunceville?
Y'all demonstrate time and time again that you don't get it. EVERYONE in the WORLD knows that Galarraga threw a 28 out PERFECT game. BUT Selig and his foolish ego have to stand by the weird notion that it was a one hit shutout. Enjoy your idiocy. I'm going to watch the NBA finals, World Cup soccer, and then off season NFL workouts. Every time you, Bud Selig, get involved in a decision, you VALIDATE why I haven't watched baseball in years. Every time you have an opportunity to assert yourself and do what EVERYONE else knows is right, you let your obstinate, pighead ego take over and throw good judgment to the wind and act like Al "I'm in charge" Haig. Fools.
P.S. I know in your weird world Barry Bonds is the home run king, but here on earth it's Hank Aaron. Barry Bonds is just some lying, freakish mutation of a man (his head is abnormally enormous), more of a comic book character really, that YOU enabled by turning your back on his illegal drug ingesting while swatting too tightly wound balls out of bandbox ballparks. What exactly do you do? Real exciting stuff you've created there.
You can reach some of mlb's executives here: firstname.lastname@example.com; firstname.lastname@example.com; firstname.lastname@example.com; email@example.com; email@example.com; firstname.lastname@example.com; email@example.com
I sent an email to firstname.lastname@example.com, which was rejected by the 'postmaster,' so I looked up his real name, Allan, sent one to firstname.lastname@example.com, and it went through, so I'm assuming it's a valid email. I'm also guessing other employees of mlb can be reached at (first name) dot (last name) at mlb.com


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Clark Summer Research ProgramSeptember 29, 2015
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Biology major Sivesh Balaji presents his research for the Clark Summer Research Program to mentor Dr. Theodore Price (left). Read the full article on the UT Dallas News Center. Photo by Roxanne… read more
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This fall, we have several popular limited submission deadlines, including the National Science Foundation's Major Research Instrumentation Program (MRI). To be considered for these opportunities, please send a letter of intent to Beth Keithly or Alexandra Ferraris by the Letter of Intent (LOI) (internal deadline). The LOI for any internal… read more
Exciting Start to Business Idea Competition 2015September 17, 2015
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Our friends at the Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship recently invited us to the kickoff for their annual Business Idea Competition. The IIE's Executive Director Jeremy Vickers. Audience members tuning in. Founder & CEO of Snappy Salads, Chris Dahlander. Trey Bowles of The Dallas Entrepreneur Center (DEC) addresses the… read more
Electrically Conducting FibersSeptember 15, 2015
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Carbon nanotubes are wrapped around these rubber cores located in the lab of Dr. Ray Baughman, director of the MacDiarmid NanoTech Institute to create stretchy electrically-conducting fibers. Read the full article on the UT Dallas News Center. Photo by Roxanne… read more
Why are Budget Justifications Important?September 8, 2015
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Budget justifications are like recipes – if it's your recipe, you know it by heart and don't need instructions to make it – but if your friend would like to prepare it, they need to know all of the details. Like your friend trying to make the recipe, reviewers need those details in order to… read more
Balancing Details in Your Grant ProposalSeptember 1, 2015
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"The devil," the expression goes, "is in the details." When writing a grant, that is especially true because details in a grant proposal show that you have thought about your project, which is what the reviewers want. However, when you only have a few pages and a lot of ground to cover, getting too detailed,… read more
Biomedical Engineering Student Focuses on Education, EmpowermentSeptember 1, 2015
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Anupam Kumar, winner of the Science Research Scholar Award from the American Museum of Natural History, is busy cultivating an impressive future, blending education and humanitarian efforts. With a background that includes notable academic achievements, his philanthropic endeavors are the driving force behind his aspirations. Anupam's interest… read more


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Thank you for your interest in our scholarship opportunities. Elks National Foundation (ENF) awards $2.44 million in college scholarships to a total of 500 high school seniors nation wide through the Most Valuable Student contest. The Legacy Award program offers 300 college scholarships worth $4,000 each. The Colorado Elks Association (CEA) and our Lodge offer an additional 6-8 scholarships to students of members of the Order.
Our available scholarships for high school seniors:
ENF Legacy Awards – Available online only at www.elks.org/enf/scholars. This scholarship is exclusively for children and grandchildren of Elks in good standing. Applications will be available online starting September 1, 2018. Completed applications due online by 11:59pm Central Time on February 1, 2019.
ENF Most Valuable Student - Available online only, beginning August 15, 2018. This scholarship is available to any high school senior who is a U.S. citizen. Applications must be submitted online on or before November 15, 2018. For details and to access the application, visit www.elks.org/enf/scholars.
Memorial Scholarship - This is the Littleton Lodge Scholarship/Charity Fund, a 501(c)(3) corporation operated by the Lodge. Our applications are available at all counselors' offices in the Littleton schools, paper applications are available at the Lodge, or you can download the application by selecting: Memorial Scholarship Application 2018-19. We would love to receive more applications for this scholarship as we have money to give to deserving students! This application is due to the Lodge by January 18, 2019.
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text: Our phones being able to respond to voice commands is great: you can ask for a unit conversion in the kitchen without getting flour on your screen, or change your driving destination without taking your eyes off the road. What's less great is that to facilitate that convenience, phones have to be listening at all times, and stopping them from doing so is frustratingly convoluted. There are settings in multiple places that all seem like they should do the same thing, but don't. This guide will explain the menus you'll need to navigate to change these settings, the differences between all the similar-sounding options, and the drawbacks of each Ok Google-disabling method.Read More


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Kaspersky Lab has issued guidance to parents following reports about a disturbing game targeting young WhatsApp users.
Momo is reportedly pitting youngsters against anonymous users, who may spur them to commit violent or suicidal acts. The premise of the game is to challenge teens to communicate with an unknown user, who will send them violent and disturbing photos along with threats if they do not comply with the commands and tasks, which are to be completed within a particular time-frame.
The game has spread across social media platforms. It has also been likened to 'Blue Whale', another suicide game that gained notoriety earlier this year, and has been linked to the death of a 12-year-old girl in South America
Commenting on this new threat, Mohammad Amin Hasbini, Senior Security Researcher at Kaspersky Lab, urged parents to always be vigilant in monitoring their children's behaviour and online activities, and who they are in communication with. This is especially critical during summer time, as with schools closed and fewer outdoor activities due to the heat, there is a marked increase in the average time that children and teens spend on their devices.
"Luckily, there are security solutions and parental control programs that can be used to monitor a child's activity on the Internet, or how much time they are spending online. However, parents should always pay close attention to any abnormal signs their child might exhibit.
"Some of the warning signs are poor academic performance or low concentration, sudden changes in mood, increased usage of devices at night, a sharp increase or decrease in the number of 'online friends', the appearance of 'friends' with a noticeable age difference and even the sudden deletion of their presence on social networks.
"Moreover, becoming aggressive, depressed or even prone to self-harm, having less enthusiasm about things or activities they love, providing shorter answers in conversation, or showing other noticeable differences in interaction and personality can also be considered as signs. Parents should take these signs seriously and not dismiss anything", Hasbini said.
Although authorities are making an effort to restrict access to harmful games and content, new sources spring up equally rapidly and it is impossible to shut down every source of threat. There are steps parents can take to minimise the risk their children might face online:
- Talk to them about potential threats from their online activity
- Get involved in your child's online life from an early age, so she or he accepts this and gets used to you being around and active
- Engage in conversations about their online lives, so they feel comfortable telling you if they feel confused or sense danger
- The 'oversharing' phenomenon is quite common today. Children might not fully understand the threat in sharing everything online, so it's crucial you talk to them about the dangers of oversharing in a friendly and easily-understood manner
- Establish a straightforward code of conduct for online activities. Always explain honestly why this is important. This code should be revisited for necessary changes as your child grows
- Teach your children caution about their personal life and sharing it on social networks. If necessary, get involved to apply privacy settings that would keep their private information visible only to close friends and family
- Welcome the exchange of experiences: you might be more aware of online threats but your kids might be more tech-savvy. Share information and experiences and learn from each other


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WATCH: Kildare performers continue to impress at World Championship of Performing Arts in LA
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Newbridge Stage Academy performers have continued to impress at the World Championship of Performing Arts since they jetted out to Los Angeles on July 3.
Eight students and two teachers are representing Ireland on the world stage, competing against 63 countries in solo and group events in singing, dancing, drama, music and modelling.
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"This is a very talented and dedicated team who are a credit to themselves and their families and we know they will do Stage Academy and Ireland proud," said the Stage Academy team on their Facebook page.
The performers are Katie Conlan, Niamh Conlan, Aoife Byrne, Eirren Turner, Tanya Gallagher, Daniel Sinclaire, Stacy Maher, Eadaoinn Hassett, Robyn Maher and Ali Kaye.
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Has anyone tried to replace a head with the engine still in the car? Is there enough room to do it?
My passenger side head encountered a few issues during the first start and the exhaust cam and journal are pretty scored. I think it's too deep to polish and run, Some metal is blocking the #3 cylinder exhaust cam oil port which is what caused my issue.


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Bernard Tomic and Novak Djokovic meet Friday in the third round of the 2015 Wimbledon.
Bernard Tomic is coming off a five-set victory over Jan-Lennard Struff, which took just over two hours. Tomic is getting at least 73 percent of his first serves in play and is coming off a match he won 82 percent of his first serve points. Tomic is winning at least 53 percent of his second serve points and has four total double faults. Tomic has hit 28 aces, 78 winners and has 34 unforced errors in his first two matches. Tomic is making quite an impression at the young age of 22 years old, as he continues to climb up the rankings in ATP tennis. Still, this match will really prove how good Tomic can be. Tomic has advanced to the fourth round of a grand slam four times in his career, twice have taken place in the Wimbledon.
Novak Djokovic is coming off a straight sets victory over Philipp Kohlschreiber, which took just over two hours. Djokovic is getting at least 68 percent of his first serves in play and has won at least 75 percent of those points. Djokovic is winning at least 57 percent of his second serve points and has a combined two double faults. Djokovic has 20 aces, 74 winners and has produced 34 unforced errors in his first two matches. It's been the same song and dance with Djokovic all year, as he makes very little mistakes and continues to hit his spots with ease. Djokovic proves each match why he's the best in the game right now. Djokovic hasn't been eliminated in the third round of a grand slam since the 2009 French Open.
These two have played three times, and Djokovic has won all three meetings. The most recent took place at the 2012 Canadian Masters, a match that Djo won in straight sets. Tomic has only won one set against Djokovic, which came in the 2011 Wimbledon. This is the second time they play on grass.
Tomic has the potential to be something special in a couple of years, but it's hard to bet against Djokovic when he's facing a guy who is still so young. Look for another quick win here.


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Wells Fargo Loses $505 Million FA Team to Raymond James
Wirehouse Wells Fargo continues to bleed advisors, losing a team responsible for advising $505 million as of May 31, a Raymond James press release reveals.
The advisors, Mark Liley and Mark Griffin, left Wells Fargo for First Avenue Wealth Partners of Raymond James in Denver, Colo. to give their clients "elevated client experience[s]," Griffin says to ThinkAdvisor. Joining Raymond James will also let the pair, with 140 years of combined wealth management experience, focus on building an advisor-client relationship-focused business, he says. Pat Allison, western division director for Raymond James Associates, says he is excited to welcome Liley and Griffin, who will help Raymond James build its advice presence in the western U.S.
Raymond James keeps recruiting advisors, most recently adding two FAs managing more than $175 million in May.
Liley and Griffin's exit from Wells Fargo adds to the stream of advisors to recently leave the wirehouse, with an $186 million team called Undivided Wealth Management being another recent loss.
The exodus of FAs from Wells Fargo follows the 2016 news Wells Fargo's retail banking unit opened millions of client accounts without authorization. Since then, the firm has faced scrutiny from the U.S. Department of Justice and the SEC.
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Take it from me, when one of the best directors, writers, and minds in the business personally tells you that you need to see this film and some of the beauties within it, you get your ass in gear and go buy a copy of it like I did within a heartbeat. Mother Daughter Exchange Club has always been one of my favorite series within the Girlfriends Films library. Dan and crew know how to select the women of the business who are amazing performers and love sex just as much as you do. What really struck my interest, in the best of ways, was that Dan was telling me that this film had some of the best new talent, mixed with some of the most electrifying older ladies in the business. Oh, Mindi Mink and Dana DeArmond on the cover, then Reagan Foxx in the reserves. Oh, my goodness, this is how you properly market in this business to fans who love older women. I had a conversation with Syren De Mar, who, even though she is not in this film, told me she wished to see more older women paired with older women. Yes, I can hear her point loud and clear. To honestly say that I agree with her 100% is a truth that goes beyond anything that is apart of my being as a critic. To argue a bit though, what I learned upon meeting Dan O'Connell, the man behind the lens, is I discovered that his passion was about how well we could see the same things in lesbian cinema with both a younger beauty and her older counterpart. This makes so much sense when you see a pairing of Victoria Voxxx and Miss Dearmond. Readers, this is our chance to see where the director truly was coming from. To see just how much he puts into these films before they are even shot. So, without further hesitation:
Film Duration: 3 Hours, 30 Minutes
Director: Dan O'Connell
Studio: Girlfriends Films
Release Date: June 8th, 2018
Don Juan's Phyla: Girl/Girl, Lesbian, Older/Younger, MILF vs Teen, Storytelling, Amazing Acting, Dominance, Model Debuts, Natural Looks and Settings, Sensual Sex
Scene 1: Dana DeArmond @DanaDeArmond and Victoria Voxxx @VictoriaVoxxx
Scene Features: Amazing Chemistry, Five Star Oral, Five Star Breast Play, Fingering, Unique, One of Kind Lesbian Sex, Young Dominance, Five Star Acting
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The Reveal:
The stories of Girlfriends Films are always deep. They have a true piece of reality attached to every single one. The plot is simple, we have older women bringing along their daughters to be seduced in a sexier version of this unspoken club, that I guess metaphorically speaking, could be the fictional version of the skulls but with a lot more entrancing members. Or so I would think. Mindi and Victoria, they are flawless in their line delivery and Athena and Dana truly bring you back down to earth as the shallow characters who simply want to munch on their partners. That vibe is strong from get-go. To sum this up as short as possible, Victoria Voxxx is going to be a big star in this business. Never have I seen a model deliver as picture perfect a character as she does with this one and directors, this was her first fucking girl-girl scene ever! The looks she gives, the way that she plays a daughter, I thought I was watching home movies of my cousin and aunt talking, she is that believable. Her delivery is amazing. I can not believe she is a rookie performer. The story is quick in this scene and I like that. These four women are gorgeous and with how well Mindi and Victoria set up the action, when you see Dana on the bed with Victoria, you know this is going to be something that is beyond a firework display.
The Sex:
Now, if the perfect set up was not enough, the sex is even better. Victoria and Dana have this natural chemistry and you can tell both women are into each other. Victoria allows Dana to be Dana and that means one amazing scene for the fans. I still am in such disbelief that this is Victoria's first girl/girl scene. The way that she sucks on Dana's tits is tantalizing. Most fans ask why I always recommend Girlfriends Films, honestly, it is not for the story. The stories are wonderful indeed. No, the truth is, the sex is realistic, and Dan O'Connell ensures that he creates something that he would want to watch. This is some of the most mind-blowing lesbian sex that I have seen from Dan and team. This sexual encounter is just beyond words. Dana becomes putty in Victoria's hand and vice versa. You see two women who really know their way around the female anatomy with their tongue and both are horny as hell from start to finish.
I think that most fans do not always get the just of why "real sex" is so badass when it comes to adult films. For one thing, it will always bring out the kink in almost any performer. When you see Victoria tell Dana to finger her pussy along with her while she sticks her tongue in between, is one of the hottest fucking moves I have seen in lesbian cinema, period. This is something beyond entertainment and more defined as reality. Dan describes what Victoria brings to the table, she is "horny." That ain't no bullshit. But this wild sex drive Victoria has, it is not off the wall like say a Debi Diamond, or a Tammi Ann. No, she has something more and dare I say, more elegant than both those legendary performers. She is almost like a cross between Johnni Black and Nakita Denise minus the accent. This sex scene is beyond incredible. Not many women can hang with Dana their first go around. Last time I saw that, was with a young starlet named Abella Danger and isn't it a rather sweet irony that what this new #TripleX beauty is known for, is her amazing derriere as well. This scene is non-stop filth, debauchery and lust but not so much that you start running short of breath and have a coronary. It is so well timed and beyond natural.
Now, the action is real and sexy as can be. Victoria never stops sucking on Dana's brand-new boobs and who could blame her. That is what every fan would do and that is what really sells this scene. It turns Dana's thirst level up ten folds, which always spells an A+ scene. The angles are great, zoom gets a little hairy here and there but the girls carry this scene all the way. I can not imagine that Dan even had to stop rolling once with this encounter. I am nominating this as my third choice of the year for Girl/Girl scene of the year. Yes, with a rookie indeed. The acting is top notch, the sex is wild and real and both performers look like a million bucks. Whoever did Dana's boob job, we need to tip him a few extra hundred bucks with PayPal, she simply looks amazing as can be. Must see scene right here people due to just how much these beauties turn up the kink. Dana is literally smelling Victoria's pussy as she flicks and sucks on her clit. This is true lesbian passion done to perfection. This is the best start to a Girlfriends Film that I have seen in more than almost half a decade. This is a scene I will nominate on my ballot for girl/girl scene of the year due to the fact it is so unique. The twists and turns are enough to drive any lesbian cinema fan big or small comatose. There is even a part where Victoria fucks Dana with her fingers as they are almost in this reverse cowgirl position. It is the hottest thing I have seen in a girl/girl scene. Fuck a strap-on, who needs one with these hungry beauties. This scene goes everywhere, and you simply will not see more unique and well-acted or produced scene to start out a film than what you see here.
Scene 2: Mindi Mink @MindiMink and @Athena Faris @AthenaFarisX
Scene Features: Sensual Sex, Soft Touching and Caressing, Sexual Discovery, Amazing Kissing, Long, Extensive Forplay
The Reveal:
Now, the one thing that really adds so much flavor to this scene is that you have two more amazing ladies who are every bit as indulging as the first. Mindi Mink has told me many times, this is her favorite place to shoot because she gets to make love to another woman for as long as she wants. The queen of girl/girl sensuality does her thing to start things up the best way she knows how. The one thing you must do when you are engaging in these types of scenes is lose yourself to the sex, as well as the plot because they both have a very rich story, told by both performer and director. The story is enhanced by one of the most beautiful blonds of the next generation of porn performers. Athena is a teen beauty and some.
One of the grandest things to behold with Mindi Mink and I think this is what made her the best of all the Girlfriends Films Contract Girls, was that she has "game." Do you want to know how to turn a woman into putty in your hands? This scene demonstrates exactly that. Athena, her attire and body are so attractive. This beautiful blond has the makings to possibly become one of the hottest new attractions in the industry if she plays her cards right. This scene is just how I can imagine Dan wanted it to unfold to you the fan. Mindi is Athena's guide to sexual discovery and there are few things that are better in adult cinema when this is done correctly. Athena's look is wonderful. Dan always loves to showcase the women's natural beauty and Athena, she is simply a ten. Her body is "to die for" and her look is youthful and very exquisite at the same time. The way that Mindi has her discover her own body with touch is the best kind of foreplay. One you never see on film. Mindi says it herself and Athena's eyes and facial expression gives her answer, "isn't that build-up wonderful?" Honestly, only when it comes from Mindi Mink. This is one of the most extensive explorations by Mindi and a huge must when it is a new model in the scene like Athena. The start-up is long and sensual, as Mindi licks circles around Athena's kitty, I can only imagine where this build-up is going to lead. That is the mark of a true professional. Mindi leaves so much to the imagination. It is why she will go down as one of the greatest of all time.
The Sex:
The look on Athena's face through out the scene says it all. In the world of girl/girl cinema, few things can match when Mindi Mink is latched onto a young hotties sweet slit as she looks deep into their eyes, watching their every move. There is this embrace between both ladies that simply can not be described.
It is echoed in their kisses and spoken about with their eyes. Mindi has always had that ability to wisp you away into another world that you never knew existed. I can only imagine what Athena was thinking. The way that these two women truly meet to have sex is nothing short of mesmerizing. This is not camera tricks ladies and gentlemen, this is truly like scene one. Two beautiful women enjoying each other's lips. I think Athena just melts into that bed and becomes something that fans only have dreamed about up until this scene.
This showcases women truly giving into the flesh of the other. The lighting is not as bright as you would hope for in this encounter, but the camera angles are superb. Watching Mindi Mink sit on Athena's face is one of the best shots I have EVER seen of Mindi Mink and I have seen probably more films of hers than any other critic out there.
I dare anyone to say that they can not sit through a Mindi Mink scene. You will find no taker for good reason. Because such a person does not exist. Mindi is always able to take us on a joy ride of lesbian sex that no one has ever see before. Girlfriends Films is the perfect place for Mindi to unleash and always will be. Dan lets her control the scene. He allows her to become the filmmaker. That in return makes you, the fan the director. Because Mindi loves sex with hot women just as much as you do. This chapter truly gets the job done. It shows Athena in ways that make anyone's imagination sore with curiosity. What a delicious introduction of Athena to the fans and what a notch on the belt for Mindi. This scene delivers.
Scene 3: Dee Williams @DeeWilliamsXXX and Milana May @milanamaylove
Scene Features: Heavenly Breast Play, Great Acting, Pussy Lip Sucking, Ass Licking, Ass to Pussy, Fingering, Face Sitting, Tribbing, Real Orgasms
I will be the first to say, sometimes a Girlfriends Film can seem like two films and not always is that a good thing. In this film, there is a flawless transition. Getting to see Reagan Foxx really take charge with her acting is wonderful. Milana May, what an accent, what a beauty. I think it was very kinky to see Reagan explaining the fundamentals of lesbianism to her daughter. The set-up is wonderful. You see the true spark of Dee Williams acting skills. Milana's English may not be the best but truthfully, when you have the aid of seduction on your side, no one will complain. She reminded me so much of a mixture of Henessy and Nakita Denise, two porn legends who had that same accent and the ability to seduce the pants of anyone with just a few words spoken. We get to see that Athena has some acting skills of her own but Dee Williams, she steals the show. She is that amazing older woman. That seductress you must have in a scene like this. That vibe of the horny teen getting ready to be eaten alive adds so much steam to this film, I think you will lose some articles of clothing as well, as the encounter really starts to pick up some steam. The best part of watching this third chapter come to life, is how Dan lets the women be women. The comfort is there, and the chemistry follows. You see Milana begin to flow into everything like a sweet glass of wine. Seeing Dee and that amazing outfit that hides just enough, is simply what makes an older woman the desires of so many the world over. One thing is for damn sure, this is one of the best openings of a Girlfriends Films scene, ever!
First things first. You want to see one of the top bodies in the business. Look no further than Dee Williams. One of the best busts in the business is taken care of with a hungry mouth and a wet tongue in ways that can only be described as true to life fantasy. Dee's enthusiasm propels the sex into another stratosphere. The moaning, the constant teasing, and pussy rubbing, it really makes the viewer become impatient and thirsty but not so much that you hit fast forward. No way. You are simply spellbound. This is luscious lesbian sex brought to you with this combination of production and reality that I think few films ever get right and boy, does this one ever. The oral is my cup of tea for so many reasons. Dee once again has the type of female anatomy that makes every person lucky enough to see it up close, beg for mercy and turn into a sex-crazed maniac, which is exactly what Milana does. The oral in this scene is some of the most scrumptious you will ever see in an encounter like this. Dan's up-close angles are so amazing. He gets you right where you want to be.
You want to see an adult performer in action, I mean a true fucking adult performer, then watch Dee point her toes as she loses her panties for good. Oh, it is heart pounding and sexy as can be. When you see Milana go in nose first, I think you can tell that this film just officially earned its dollar value. This is the type of scene you will lose yourself too. You must devote one sitting to it to get the true value of this fantasy. Yes, porn is something designed to stimulate your senses in a flash, this is sex after all but what makes scenes like this the bread and butter of this industry is that the complete encounter creates something that you truly never forget, because of how well it is put together from start to finish. One thing I know about Dan O'Connell films, he creates pairings that will work at every level and this is truly one of his best ever. Milana is one hell of a sex kitten. The way that she cums and cums and cums and asks for more, showcases that this beauty is here to stay. It is not very often you see two pairings this great in one film. These ladies put on a show that every older/younger fan MUST see! I can guarantee you, that you may not go into this scene looking for it to take your breath away but it will do just that. I have become a huge fan of both ladies. Especially Dee Williams. Talk about hidden diamonds within a sea of gems. This woman is one of the hottest older beauties in the business. Her sexual charisma is like nothing I have ever seen. She is hands down one of the best pussy lickers in the industry and I tell you this, you want a scene that will bring out the best in everyone. Hire Dee Williams. I can not wait to see more. Two five-star scenes in one film, this may be Dan's best chapter of the Mother-Daughter Exchange Club in years. The selling point of this chapter is that the action never stops. When you think the women are spent, they get revved up for round five. This is one of the longest scenes I have ever viewed and one of the longest scenes that does not have you hitting the snooze button after the third encore. This is wonderful sex. Shot in a way that truly will please every porn fan.
Scene 4: Reagan Foxx @ReaganFoxx_ and Athena Faris @AthenaFarisX with Elsa Jean and Violet Starr cameos
Scene Features: Masturbation, Story, Pussy Rubbing, Big Tits, Ass Licking, Scissoring, Face Sitting, Dirty Talk
The Reveal:
The scene does not skip a beat, the story keeps right on going. Dee finishes off her scene with glory. The woman can act her ass off and she closes that chapter of the film with you wanting more. As the story rolls along we switch back to Athena, then Reagan. Miss Foxx is by far one of the most amazing actors in the industry today. She makes the flashback scenes come to life and that is not the easiest thing to do. We get cameos of sorts from Elsa Jean and Violet Starr but more so, we get to see Athena really give it a go with her ability to make a story believable. She is not half bad. Her acting skills need a little sharpening but when you see Reagan steer this ship, you will get lost in the story I guarantee. Reagan, I think she is one of the most underrated performers in the business. She is stunning with eyes that cannot be forgotten once they have been seen. The way that she brings an audience into the productions companies world, it is always flawless, and she has a range that can go many places. This is one of her sharpest roles yet and it will put you into dreamland in moments.
The speed to which we see the couple begin to explore is right around the same as scene two, which may deter some viewers. The way that Reagan unleashes her kinky side is something that she has amped up big time in 2018. The way that she leads the scene is what keeps your attention throughout the last twenty-five minutes. Once again, Dan's shots are tight and up close, putting both women on display in ways that only he can with that "old school" style of up-close camera work. It makes the oral the biggest seller when it comes to the sexual encounter portion of this concluding chapter. The scene has some dirty talk, some aggression and starts to become a lot steamier as the counter rolls on. There is a great number of wonderful positions and camera angles. Not as many as the first but enough to really wet your whistle. The sex, it does keep a flow that I think completes the film, but it does lack the uniqueness that the previous three had. Reagan Foxx is hands down one of the top MILF performers in the business. I think that the truth of a beauty as dashing as hers is that it is hard to truly cast a film around her due to how unique and beautiful she is.
I can not go as far as to say that every fan will enjoy this scene. You will have Reagan's die-hard fans who will enjoy the scene as well as those who want to see Athena's perfect ten body in action. The brilliance that is Dan O'Connell is something that you must have respect for. This scene does contain some of the best angles that he has ever shot. It is also a scene done with a lot of sexiness and elegance. I think that the scene may have worked better as a starter, opposed to a final dessert. The energy just is not there and that is very rare to see in a Girlfriends Films scene. What this final scene does have, is that true to life magic that Dan brings out with the story. There is more than enough in the tank of this scene to make it something that will satisfy the purchaser. I think that is the most you can ask from a film without being greedy but to speak for the fans, I always see when something will catch the fans eyes both good and bad and this scene has both but I think when you look at everything as a whole, Reagan being put on display as she is, it truly ends things on a high note and that is what Girlfriends Films always does and has for over a decade.
Don Juan's Bottom Line:
A film of debuts and firsts, that is what sums up what this movie offers to fans. Athena Faris and Victoria Voxxx both on the same disc. It is something that is worth paying the price of admission for. Athena being featured twice is a very huge compliment to her standing as an adult film star right now. I do see why directors cast her so much. Fans, she sports one of the hottest bodies in the industry today. Her acting and performance need a bit of work but her blond "girl next door" good looks will be what puts asses in seats. The other rookie, Victoria Voxxx, she simply puts on a show like I have never seen come from a new starlet. This beauty has it all and she does it all. Her acting is flawless and believable, her sexual appetite is ferocious. I mean I have not seen a thirst like this since the days of Alicia Rio. This film is something every porn fan must see at a minimum to witness this model's first professional girl/girl encounter. Very seldom do you see that kind of combination in a performer. The cast of older women is one of the best assembled. Dee Williams takes the cake and that says so much with who you have on display in this film. I am not taking away from any of the gals either. Mindi, Dana, and Reagan all put on amazing performances but what Dee did is create something you will not forget with Milana May. This film may be the best "hidden gem" in the genre. You do not expect something this good. Most viewers my double take with how unique and how many first pairings there are but Dan shows why he is the film making legend he is. The only thing that keeps this film from being five stars was the second performance of Athena. It was just a bit too over the top and a bit distant. She connects in a few ways with Reagan Foxx but viewers who truly get involved deep within the story and sex will see her attention elsewhere at times. With that said, the gal has supermodel good looks and a frame that is nothing short of spectacular. The fans who hunger for that dashing younger performer will be satisfied with the show she does put on. When all the dust settles and the screen fades to black the one thing that rings true better than anything, is that this film is worth the buy. You get a lot of fantasy that does not drag on, showcases something unique for everyone. I think any girl/girl fan will have a field day with this movie. If there is one thing to say in closing, it is, watch out for Victoria Voxxx. The cutie pie almost single-handedly takes this film to an XCritic Pick with her performance. She is a star in the making and what better film to have in your collection than her first ever lesbian encounter?
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The New Orleans Saints are in bounce-back mode going into Sunday's (Sept. 16) home game against the Cleveland Browns. Sean Payton's team was the biggest favorite on the board in Week 1, but the Tampa Bay Buccaneers came into the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and captured a 48-40 win as 9.5-point road underdogs.
Gamblers backing the "over" cashed an easy winner when the 88 combined points catapulted above the 49.5-point total. Tampa Bay hooked up its money-line supporters with a +325 return (paid $325 on $100 bets).
The surprising upset eliminated a good chunk of the field in Survivor Pools — contests in which participants must choose one team to win outright each week to survive – across the country. The stunner also busted all sorts of wagers at The Beau Rivage's new Race and Sports Book in Biloxi, Mississippi.
"(Tampa Bay) was a good one for us," said Will Hall, the Beau's Sports Book Manager. "They killed a bunch of everything. It was a perfect storm with a lot of players taking the Saints in teasers, parlays and at halftime, too."
Trailing 31-24 at intermission, most shops installed New Orleans as a nine-point favorite for second-half bets. In this scenario, Saints backers had them at the adjusted number of minus two (down by seven points, laying nine in the second half) for the game. Even with 7.5 extra points of value compared to the original line of 9.5, this bet on the Saints was obviously a dud.
Despite the poor performance in its opener, New Orleans is heavily favored once again (-9.5) for its Week 2 showdown vs. Cleveland. The total for "over/under" wagers is 49, and the Browns are +360 on the money line.
When asked if his book was getting flooded with bets on the Saints again this week, Hall said, "Not quite as aggressive, but I'm sure that'll change by late Sunday morning."
Cleveland rallied from a 21-7 deficit midway through the fourth quarter to score a pair of touchdowns and force overtime vs. Pittsburgh in its opener. Neither offense could produce in the extra session, resulting in a 21-21 tie. The Browns covered the number as 3.5-point underdogs, while the 42 combined points slipped "over" the 41-point total.
It certainly won't hurt New Orleans' cause that Cleveland had to play five quarters last week. However, this type of spot hasn't been good to the Saints since 2014, as they've limped to a 9-17-1 against-the-spread record in their past 27 games as home "chalk."
Cleveland hasn't fared much better in the role of a road underdog. Since 2012, the Browns are 18-26-1 against the spread in 45 such spots. They're 5-11 ATS as road 'dogs since Hue Jackson took over as head coach in 2016.
Cleveland has won five of the last six head-to-head meetings with New Orleans both straight up and against the spread. The Browns beat the closing number by 25 points in their last trip to the Superdome, winning 30-17 as 12-point road underdogs on Sept. 10, 2010. Even though this game was played eight years ago, I remember it like it was yesterday because, yes, I had the Saints in my Survivor Pool that season.
These teams haven't squared off since 2014, when Cleveland won a 26-24 decision as a 4.5-point home underdog. Billy Cundiff's 29-yard field goal with three seconds remaining gave the Browns the victory and elevated the 50 combined points "over" the 49.5-point tally.
New Orleans and Cleveland have been polar opposites when it comes to totals over the past decade. The Saints have seen the "over" hit at an 87-71-3 overall clip and at a 46-32-1 rate in their home games since 2008. On the flip side, the "under" has gone 90-68-3 overall for the Browns, 42-37-2 in their road assignments.
New Orleans clearly looked like its usual self offensively with its 40-point output last week, but the defense was another story. Even though it didn't taste victory in its opener, Cleveland appears to be vastly improved with the return of Josh Gordon and the addition of Jarvis Landry. On that note, I'm recommending a small play on the Browns as rich underdogs.
I'm more bullish (amount-wise) on several other plays, though. Let's start with the Carolina Panthers, who are six-point underdogs at Atlanta. The Falcons lost 18-12 at Philadelphia in their opener, failing to score any points on three red-zone opportunities. They also lost two of their best defensive players, safety Keanu Neal and Deion Jones, to injuries.
Neal will miss the rest of the season with a torn ACL, while Jones is out at least eight weeks with a foot injury. Both third-year players went to the Pro Bowl last season and have been starters since the first game of their rookie years.
Atlanta has limped to an 11-19 ATS record in its last 30 games as a home favorite. The Falcons haven't solved their red-zone issues that have emerged since Steve Sarkisian was hired as offensive coordinator when Kyle Shanahan left to take the head-coaching gig in San Francisco.
Carolina has thrived as a road underdog since 2012, compiling a 20-8 ATS ledger. I made Atlanta a four-point favorite before finding out that Jones wasn't going to play. The club's leading tackler from last season is worth at least 1/2 point if not more. I like the Panthers as my favorite play of Week 2.
Kansas City took it to the Los Angeles Chargers early and often in Tinseltown last week. Patrick Mahomes garnered AFC Player of the Week honors by leading his team to a 38-28 victory as a 3.5-point underdog. Mahomes threw for 256 yards and four touchdowns without an interception.
The Chiefs' Tyreek Hill is rapidly becoming the NFL's most explosive weapon. He turned 11 touches into 268 all-purpose yards and three TDs against the Bolts. Let's go with the Chiefs, who are 13-9 against the spread as road underdogs since Andy Reid took over, as five-point 'dogs at Heinz Field.
Finally, we can't pass on the New England Patriots as one-point favorites at Jacksonville. When you have substantial edges at the QB position and in the head-coaching department like we have here, you must take advantage. Let's round out our Week 2 picks with a play on the Patriots.
Brian Edwards is a Senior Handicapper at VegasInsider.com. You can find more of his work at BrianEdwardsSports.com and follow him on twitter @vegasbedwards.


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People move on easily and so should you. Of course you should love, care and cherish but you should also learn how to swim with the tide. It could be distance, university, work, whatever be the reason, people move on and find new people to love and cherish. If you're lucky, they won't forget you but they will certainly have less time for you. Should you try to keep those threads as tightly knit as before? Of course, you should. Do whatever it takes, surprise them on their birthdays, write them long letters, send them personalised gifts, reminisce with them, do it all but add new people to your life. It's very important to do that, especially for young people. You wouldn't want to miss out on the little joys of life just because you didn't let new people in when everyone else did. It's usually more fun to go to a movie with a friend, coffee tastes better with conversation, and cars seem fuller with the passenger seats occupied, so go ahead and let new people in.
Don't forget the old ones, even if they forget you. Don't stoop to their level. But don't let them affect you as much, look ahead and stand tall. Open your mind to new kinds of people. The fact that they think differently shouldn't be a turn off, it's a beautiful thing, it will help you expand your mind. Learn from them, teach them, and maybe slowly, you'll begin to love them. It's ok if you don't, you'll at least be occupied and you can say that you tried. You tried to swim with the tide when needed and if you make it to the shore, good on you, but if you're still out at sea, worry not, you'll get there soon enough.


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The Brule Range is partially obscured by low morning clouds at Solomon, Alberta, as a Canadian National stack train heads eastbound on CN's Edson Subdivision on the morning of August 7, 2016.
M314's entire 116 car train can be seen in this photo, as the train crosses the impressive Battle River trestle west of Fabyan on CN's Wainwright Sub. I'm sure we can all agree that the house in t... (more)
CN 2318 leads a late stack train Q120, as they round the bend at Upper Dorchester, New Brunswick, on a cold Winter morning, with some early morning light.
CN 2318 leads a late stack train Q120, as they round the bend at Maccan, Nova Scotia.
Running about 3-4 hours late, eastbound stack train Q120 crosses over the New Brunswick/Nova Scotia border, where it will meet westbound train 407 at Amherst, Nova Scotia.
Running about 3-4 hours late, eastbound stack train Q120 rounds the S-Curve at Upper Dorchester, New Brunswick, with some awesome early morning light.
Curving through Solomon, Alberta, is an eastbound Canadian National stack train on the morning of August 7, 2016.
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By a warm afternoon, CN 373 brings a colorfull consist at Les Coteaux, Qc. CN 2318 in lead, CSX 3113 in second, CN 2414 in third, and BNSF 9622 in fourth position.
CN 2318 about to pass Dorval curves,in background,we can also see CP 9663 AC4400,racing the CN train.. great opportubity for some photographs
A pair of GE's notch up with 377's freight in tow.
Southbound on the former DWP about to hammer the CN Iron Range Sub daimonds at Ramshaw.
CN ES44DC 2318 and C40-8W 2137 cruise across the Fabyan Trestle, west of Wainwright, AB with 116 car long train M314.


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It's a bumper day for Lucifer news, as the dust begins to settle on Netflix's decision to save the show. The streaming service has picked up the rights to series – which was originally on Fox – and renewed it for a fourth season, sparking much fanfare on social media.
The series' co-showrunners, Joe Henderson and Ildy Modrovich, have now revealed the exact nature of the Netflix deal in an interview with TV Line.
The pair explained that Netflix's initial order for Lucifer season 4 consists of ten all-new episodes, on top of the two 'bonus' episodes that were produced as part of Lucifer season 3. Those bonus episodes have already aired online, so it's nice to know that Netflix is ordering ten brand new ones.
Lucifer season 1 had 13 episodes, Lucifer season 2 had 18 episodes and Lucifer season 3 ultimately had 26 episodes, so the 10-episode season 4 order from Netflix represents a reduced run for the Lucifer gang.
They don't seem to be phased, though. Modrovich said, "We were going to have two parts to it anyway, so we'll just tell a really strong, gnarly first part".
Henderson also seemed positive about the shortened season, saying that it "lets us concentrate the story and focus it, and that's what's really exciting about this. We have a really strong first half that is now going to make for an amazing story."
Production on these new episodes will start "soon", according to Modrovich, who added that "August-ish" is the current estimate for the Lucifer season 4 production start date.
And if Lucifer season 4 does well on Netflix, everyone involved will get to come back and do it again for season 5. "There is always the potential for more," Modrovich is quoted as saying, and in no way is this 10-episode fourth season intended as the final run for the show.
Additionally, Modrovich took to Twitter to assure fans that a Lucifer appearance at San Diego Comic-Con 2018 is very much in the plan:
That's the plan!!! Don't know in what capacity yet exactly – But we'll definitely be there. You kidding me? We HAVE to celebrate with y'all!! AmIright??? #SavedLucifer https://t.co/09ZtgkWtGe
— Ildy Modrovich (@Ildymojo) 17 June 2018
SDCC 2018 takes place between July 19th and 22nd. It's likely that the team will just be gearing up for production at that time, making the iconic convention a perfect opportunity for the gang to celebrate with their fans before getting back to business in a big way.
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This recognition comes at an important moment for the team. The work is far from ready, and one of the team's challenges today is to blend the running of Kudoz with continued development to further improve the user experience, as well as the 'behind the scenes' operations.
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Judge James takes names for small claims
The rent-to-own assistant manager takes a seat along the aisle in Judge Michael S. James' courtroom before the magistrate judge commences an afternoon of small-claims cases. Dressed in an oversized flannel shirt, he glances sheepishly down the row. He catches the eye of a woman who smiles mischievously and mouths, '"What are you doing here?'" He shrugs.
The woman is there to lend moral support to a friend who has run afoul of American General Finance, a company that specializes in financing cars and other consumer goods.
Judging by the caseload on a recent Thursday afternoon the vast majority of small claims in Judge James' court appear to be cases of landlords trying to collect from tenants '—' chief among them the Greensboro Housing Authority '— or lenders trying to collect from debtors. Almost always, the plaintiffs provide the documentation to show that the defendant has violated an agreement. Usually, the question is how much leniency to allow the defendant so they can catch up on their payments. It's straightforward contract law, but once in awhile a claim to recover money or personal property involving less institutional parties will come before the judge.
'"It would appear that we have a day's worth of work ahead of us,'" says Judge James, carrying a can of Dr. Pepper as he approaches the bench from his office in the back.
It's about 2 p.m. No one rises. No bailiffs glare at members of the gallery for letting the doors slam as they pass in and out during the session. The judge, a heavyset, bearded fellow who sometimes glances over dark glasses to appraise the contending parties and speaks in wry measures of casual legalese, doesn't appear to mind.
Judge James calls out the names of a handful of plaintiffs, who don't respond, before coming to the Greensboro Housing Authority.
A Ms. Johnson swears in and takes a seat next to the city-employed housing manager. After getting some preliminary formalities out of the way, the judge brings the case to a close.
'"Ms. Johnson, the complaint is that you're behind in your rent,'" he says. '"What do you plan to do?'"
'"Pay it,'" she says.
'"I rule for the plaintiff,'" he rejoins. '"Get it straightened out. Off you go.'"
'"Thank you, Judge,'" she says. The tenant leans over to whisper to the housing manager, prompting the judge to instruct her to save the conversation for outside the courtroom.
The judge looks up and announces: '"I'd like to draw your attention to Marta. She's an exchange student from Poland here to learn about our court system, how to pay your rent.'"
He runs through about a half dozen more cases that involve Housing Authority claims against tenants. Some end in continuances to allow the tenant to catch up with their rent payments. In other cases, no defendant steps forward and Judge James rules to allow the Housing Authority to repossess the property.
Another public housing tenant tells the judge that she withheld rent in January because the Housing Authority charged her a maintenance fee to cover a damaged smoke detector that was not her responsibility. The maintenance fee is $38.
'"We have no problem paying the rent; it's the smoke detector fee,'" the tenant says, raising her voice. '"We didn't do that.'"
The judge taps his pen against the bench.
'"We're paying the rent on Friday,'" the woman continues. '"She's punishing me for the smoke detector.'"
Judge James leans forward and imparts his decision.
'"Rent has not been paid for January,'" he says. '"That's a breach of contract. I'm going to rule in favor of the Greensboro Housing Authority.'"
'"Can I appeal this?'" the woman asks. '"I want to appeal this.'"
The judge replies that her appeal is duly noted, and advises her she'll need to hire a lawyer to take the case to district court.
Later, in private, Judge James will say, '"We try to resolve as many of the cases here as possible. Small claims is a court designed to tell your side of the story without being legally trained.'"
Seeking redress for perceived wrongs in small-claims court costs the plaintiff a $65 filing fee, and $15 to cover the sheriff department's costs for serving summonses to each defendant. If the plaintiff wins, the defendant is often required to cover back the filing and summons fees. The ceiling for small-claims court is $5,000. Trying a case in district court is, of course, a more expensive proposition.
Claims filed by tenants against landlords to force them to make repairs represent a small share of the cases that come through small claims court, Judge James says.
The judge does not look kindly upon rent strikes by tenants to pressure landlords to keep housing in good repair.
'"If you've got a leaky roof you can file a complaint against the landlord for rent abatement,'" he says. '"You just can't be disobedient, and not pay the rent.'"
By mid session, Judge James' voice has taken on a mildly exasperated tone, though not without humor.
Another Housing Authority tenant, a Mr. Garrett, is alleged to have failed to pay his $62 monthly rent.
'"What would you say to that,'" the judge asks.
'"It's true,'" Garrett says.
'"What are your intentions?'"
'"To pay it tomorrow.'" Then the tenant adds: '"I do say that I am behind.'"
'"I'm exhausted,'" the judge says.
In another case, plaintiff Clayton Homes fails to appear. The defendant, a Mrs. Mendez, comes forward almost eagerly. Judge James beckons her to approach the bench since she seems to have a slight difficulty understanding English. He explains that the modular and manufactured home company alleges that she's behind on rent for her house lot.
'"El dinero,'" he says, '"You gonna have to get this straightened out. You need to tell Alejandro, 'Pay the money.' He makes a gesture of counting imaginary bills with both hands as she nods.
'"I'm going to dismiss this,'" he says. '"They are not here. You are. But you have to pay the money.'"
'"Thank you.'"
'"Uh huh. Adios.'"
In some cases the terms of a written agreement between two parties clearly favors the plaintiff, but the defendant manages to come off in a sympathetic light.
A smartly dressed Ms. Fench, representing American General Finance, comes forward, along with the borrower, Ms. Powell. As the two are sworn in, Powell raises her left hand instead of her right '— a faux pas that doesn't seem to bother the judge.
Fench recites her facts: that Powell took out a loan of more than $2,000 on Jan. 5, 2004, that Fench's monthly payments were set at $95, and that American General Finance received its last payment from Powell on June 30, 2005.
'"What would you say?'" Judge James asks Powell.
'"I paid what I could,'" Powell says. '"I got laid off from my job last year. That's no excuse, but that's what happened.'"
Then the plaintiff and defendant parry on whether each has made good-faith efforts to communicate and work out a reasonable arrangement to repay the debt.
'"You're not disputing that you're behind,'" the judge says. '"It's this financial crisis that you've had.'"
Powell nods.
The judge tells her she owes about $1,300.
'"I encourage you to get in touch with the office and make partial payment,'" he says. '"If you can make partial payment, and assuredly, you can probably avoid the sheriff coming, or a collection agency '— which you don't want.'"
By the time Judge James hears the last case, a complaint to recover personal property, the court has mostly emptied save for the plaintiff and defendant.
The plaintiff's strawberry blond hair falls from her head in cascades. She addresses the judge in a sweet voice and tells a Job's tale of earnest effort thwarted by mishap and misdeed. The defendant, a grey-haired used computer salesman named Mr. Wheeler regards her with a look of long-suffering annoyance.
She and her boyfriend had been together for about five years, Ms. Sweat-Cook says. A community college student in Davidson County who is unable to study in a traditional classroom setting because of a disability, Sweat-Cook said she and her boyfriend came to Wheeler's shop in Greensboro last June to look for a laptop computer. They put down a deposit for a Dell.
When the two returned to make the final payment and take home the computer Wheeler told them he had been robbed and many of his computers had been stolen, including the Dell.
There was a domestic dispute between the woman and her boyfriend, whose name is Mr. Macy. At some point the boyfriend returned alone to the computer shop and got $25 of the deposit money back from Wheeler. In September Wheeler offered Sweat-Cook a Presario Compaq.
In November the defendant says she started having problems with the picture flickering on the laptop, which contained her financial aid information. She took it back to Wheeler for repair. In the meantime, she and Mr. Macy separated.
'"I went with my grandchildren to pick up my computer, and he said he bought the computer from my boyfriend,'" Sweat-Cook says. '"He got very belligerent and told me and my grandchildren to get the F out of his store. We did, and I called the police to file a complaint.'"
Before Wheeler gives his side of the story, the judge allows a cross-examination.
'"Any questions of Ms. Cook, Mr. Wheeler?'"
'"May I see the receipt?'" he asks.
She hands it to him, and he returns it to her.
'"Whose name is on it?'"
'"That's my boyfriend,'" Sweat-Cook says. '"But you know we came in together, and I gave you the money.'"
Wheeler's account matches the defendant's but adds some details that cast the case in a different light.
When Sweat-Cook brought the computer in for repair the warranty had expired, Wheeler says. The computer was left at his shop for about a month and a half, past the 30-day limit after which repair items become the property of the storeowner.
'"He came in on January sixteenth and said, 'I'm leaving town. What will you give me for the computer?' Wheeler says. '"I said, 'I won't give you anything for the computer. It belongs to me now.' He asked me if he could sell me some other items. I said, 'I'll buy the power supply for fifty dollars.""
'"I try to run a straight business, your honor,'" Wheeler adds. '"All I can go on'….'"
'"Hold on, Mr. Wheeler,'" Judge James interrupts. '"That sounds like a closing argument. I need some more information.'"
After questioning the two some more, the judge renders his verdict, addressing Sweat-Cook.
'"It appears that his business practices were up front and legitimate practices,'" he says. '"You got to show that you are the legitimate owner of the computer. Case dismissed.'"
She calls after him as he retreats to his office: '"Thank you, Judge.'"
He laughs, and says, '"I don't hear that often.'"
In the privacy of his office the judge says the case appeared pretty straightforward from the start, but he thought there was a possibility Sweat-Cook and Wheeler might have been romantically involved. He saved it for the last in case it held any surprises.
'"It wasn't a real tough case to decide,'" he says. '"I regretted it for Ms. Sweat-Cook, but unfortunately the evidence she presented worked against her. I got the sense that she had a controlling former boyfriend who wasn't real good for her.'"
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Continuing the countdown:
At number 15, the "My manager is a ****er" theory", an old post that I referred back to a few times about the challenges that new managers face when confronted with the knowledge that their own managers aren't actually superhuman and so therefore don't have all the answers.
At 14, one of a few posts this year about the use of positive reinforcement as part of good systems design: Positive reinforcement and business systems.
At 13, Meta-IT looked at the value in services that tie together other services.
At number 12, The death of the pyramid principle? looked at how traditional newspaper story construction might be part of the reason why newspapers have struggled so much to evolve in the web era.
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