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Breaking: Appeals Court Sends Viacom-YouTube Case Back To District Court, Future Of Safe Harbors Still Uncertain
from the some-good,-some-bad deptThe original ruling in the Viacom vs. YouTube case was a complete and total victory for YouTube. The court effectively dumped the case at the summary judgment stage, correctly recognizing that YouTube qualified for the DMCA's safe harbors, and that Viacom was trying to change the clear definitions in those safe harbor provisions. This upset many copyright maximalists, and we heard stories about how the ruling would never survive the appeal. To some extent that was correct. The ruling in the appeal came out today, and it definitely walks back some of the original ruling, but, on the whole, it still leans towards YouTube's position.
The key question in the lawsuit revolved around the so-called "red flag" knowledge question -- and whether or not that meant specific knowledge of items that were infringing (as YouTube and the lower court believed) or just general knowledge of infringement on the site (as Viacom argued). Here, the appeals court got it right, saying that specific knowledge is necessary.
Although the parties marshal a battery of other arguments on appeal, it is the text of the statute that compels our conclusion. In particular, we are persuaded that the basic operation of § 512(c) requires knowledge or awareness of specific infringing activity. Under § 512(c)(1)(A), knowledge or awareness alone does not disqualify the service provider; rather, the provider that gains knowledge or awareness of infringing activity retains safe-harbor protection if it "acts expeditiously to remove, or disable access to, the material." 17 U.S.C. § 512(c)(1)(A)(iii). Thus, the nature of the removal obligation itself contemplates knowledge or awareness of specific infringing material, because expeditious removal is possible only if the service provider knows with particularity which items to remove. Indeed, to require expeditious removal in the absence of specific knowledge or awareness would be to mandate an amorphous obligation to "take commercially reasonable steps" in response to a generalized awareness of infringement. Viacom Br. 33. Such a view cannot be reconciled with the language of the statute, which requires "expeditious[ ]" action to remove or disable "the material" at issue. 17 U.S.C. § 512(c)(1)(A)(iii) (emphasis added).The court rightfully rejects the idea that the "red flag" knowledge part of the DMCA means that just knowing that there's some infringement -- without knowing specifics -- means you lose the safe harbors. Since this is the key question in the lawsuit, it's great that the appeals court got this right. This was also the point that the maximalists insisted that no appeals court would uphold, and, clearly, they were wrong about that.
The court responds to the claim that if red flag knowledge does not apply to "general" knowledge of infringement, then it's superfluous, by noting that's not true:
The difference between actual and red flag knowledge is thus not between specific and generalized knowledge, but instead between a subjective and an objective standard. In other words, the actual knowledge provision turns on whether the provider actually or "subjectively" knew of specific infringement, while the red flag provision turns on whether the provider was subjectively aware of facts that would have made the specific infringement "objectively" obvious to a reasonable person. The red flag provision, because it incorporates an objective standard, is not swallowed up by the actual knowledge provision under our construction of the § 512(c) safe harbor. Both provisions do independent work, and both apply only to specific instances of infringement.In other words, it's possible to show that there are red flags, but they have to be red flags for infringement of specific items, not knowledge that there is infringement in general. That's a good ruling and it makes sense. Accepting Viacom's interpretation would have effectively killed large parts of the DMCA. YouTube's interpretation (now supported by both the district and the appeals court) keeps the DMCA's safe harbors in existence.
That said, the court then suggests that the district court may have erred in granting the summary judgment on that point. Here, the court is talking specifically about YouTube's actions, and saying that Viacom at least raised enough issues that it is possible to argue that YouTube did, in fact, have knowledge of specific infringement. In other words, the court agrees on the big picture interpretation of the law, but disagrees on the specific application by the district court. It doesn't mean that the court thinks that YouTube violated the DMCA -- just that Viacom at least raised enough issues that it should be handled by a jury in a trial, rather than decided at the summary judgment stage. So the case will now go back to the district court to be heard over that issue.
Even here, the judge notes that while Viacom pointed to some email evidence that YouTube execs may have known of some specific instances of infringement which they ignored, it also points out that it's unclear if those specific instances involve videos that are part of this lawsuit -- and that's necessary if YouTube is to lose its safe harbor provisions.
A second issue involves the question of whether or not YouTube exhibited "willful blindness" to infringement on the site. Here, the ruling is a bit troublesome. It notes that the DMCA does not refer to willful blindness (and that the DMCA does note that there is no duty to monitor). But... it then still suggests that there can be a willful blindness question under the DMCA if there is specific knowledge of infringement. So, again, going back to the main issue in this case, if Viacom can show specific knowledge, it might also be able to get YouTube for being "willfully blind." But, it's no sure thing that Viacom can actually show specific knowledge of clips that are a part of this lawsuit.
The third issue is the question of what "the right and ability to control" infringing activity means. Both YouTube and Viacom interpret that phrase differently... and here, the court rejects them both. The district court accepted YouTube's interpretation, saying (reasonably, in my opinion) that a service provider must know of the particular case before it is required to "control" it. That is, how can the "right and ability to control" apply to a situation where there is no specific issue at hand? What is the service provider expected to control if it doesn't know what it's controlling? Viacom, instead, argued that the issue around the "right and ability to control" created a magical "vicarious liability" for service providers if their services were used to infringe. Both courts reject that argument as making little sense and (importantly) going against the Congressional record (which specifically left out vicarious liability, which had been found in an earlier DMCA draft). Here, the appeals court tries to thread the needle with a somewhat confused ruling that doesn't quite agree with either side. It's not a vicarious liability standard, but it doesn't quite require specific knowledge. Instead, the court literally says "something more" is required -- and asks the district court to consider what that "something more" might be.
Finally, there's an issue of what "by reason of" storage means. The DMCA's safe harbors give protection for infringement that happens "by reason of the storage at the direction of a user of material that resides on a system or network controlled or operated by or for the service provider." YouTube (and the district court) pointed out that YouTube fits under this definition. Viacom tried to argue that YouTube does not qualify because it does much more than storage -- such as converting (transcoding) videos, offering playback of videos and offering "related videos." Viacom tried (at both levels) to argue that those functions go beyond mere storage, and do not qualify for safe harbor protections. Thankfully, the appeals court here agrees with the lower court and says those are protected. It notes that it's clear that Congress intended "service provider" to mean much more than just a storage provider. I should note that one of our frequent critics in the comments has been insistent that the DMCA was designed only to apply to pure storage providers -- but now we've got yet another detailed court ruling pointing out that this is 100% false.
However, the court does send one "feature" back to the lower court for review. It questions whether or not the syndication of videos to third party sites then falls outside the safe harbor provisions concerning "by reason of storage." The court isn't sure that this is outside the safe harbors, but at least asks the lower court to explore the issue.
In the end, this is a mostly good ruling. It gets the biggest question of law right, even if it's not sure about YouTube's specific actions. On some of the other points, it's a little fuzzy in its thinking, but this is still mostly a victory for YouTube at this stage (though, who knows how the lower court and a jury will rule on some of the specifics). It could have been a more complete victory, but this is hardly the complete rejection of the district court ruling that some maximalists insisted was going to be delivered.
Filed Under: dmca, liability, red flag knowledge, safe harbors
Companies: viacom, youtube


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Some issues from the Rolex 24 you wanted answered, and a few that maybe you didn't.
At what point of the race should you actually start paying attention?
If you're asking, then "never" is probably not an option – though, rest assured, many have enjoyed this event for years without ever eyeballing a pass for the lead. That said, by mid-morning on Sunday the true chase for the Rolex has taken shape. The also-rans have broken down and/or fallen back, and a handful of contenders are nursing fragile vehicles, walking on eggshells, scrambling to gain ground, and keeping a wary eye out for lapped traffic. So, yes, now is as good a time as any to start paying attention.
Where can we get a shopping cart?
What is this, Food Lion? Sorry, but shopping carts are about the only four-wheeled object you won't find inside the speedway this year -- if only because no one has thought of it. Don't be surprised, though, to see these multi-use vehicles available next year, considering the ever-growing mall of infield vendors. Imagine filling your carts with goods and trinkets during the day, and wheeling the drunks back to their campers at night.
How did Hurley Haywood manage to retire with such little fanfare?
Great question, considering his status as arguably the greatest American sports-car driver of all time. That Hurley was able to retire so quietly is a testament to Grand Am's place on the national sports scene compared to, say, NASCAR. Heck, Mark Martin's fifth retirement announcement (or is it six?) got more attention. But make no mistake, a Rolex 24 without Hurley Haywood seems strange to drivers, fans and, more than anyone, to Haywood
Five Rolex titles for Haywood?
Yes, a record that Scott Pruett is attempting to tie this weekend. But Hurley's unofficial record – his amazing eight-hour, overnight driving stint during his 1977 victory– might be more impressive than his record for victories. Legend has it that his teammates in the No. 43 Porsche Carrera 911, Dave Helmick and John Graves, chose an inopportune time to inform Hurley that they couldn't drive at night. So Hurley drove all night, essentially, and came back for another stint Sunday morning.
That's against the rules, right?
Why would someone who can't drive at night enter the Rolex?
Hurley has a more diplomatic explanation, saying that his teammates simply didn't like driving at night. But to answer the question, check out an ARCA race in a couple of weeks. Many ARCA guys can't drive during the day, but that doesn't stop 'em.

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Instead of beginning this post with the obvious (and typical) first sentence of, "Well, it has been quite a while since I blogged last!", I will head in a different direction.
Let me just say that 2013 has brought with it a renewed determination to capture my life in this format. I, like so many of you, sometimes have trouble justifying sitting down to the computer for large hunks of time. There are things to be done, children and a husband to care for, a house to keep nailed down and functioning....and blogging, at least for me, has fallen waaaay down on my list of priorities.
But, when it lacks, I find I always miss it.
Writing, for me, is therapeutic. I have always enjoyed it, and, more so, I love looking back over all the posts (many, now, from several years ago). What will I look back on if I don't make a better effort to put something in this very space? :)
So, I will play catch up for a bit, for much has happened in our lives I'd like to share. I also plan on "writing" more than I have lately; I miss that. Not just posting family events and pictures all the time, but sharing some of my thoughts about different things. I hope those of you who joined me in the past are still here, and maybe we will meet some new friends along the way as well. Welcome, if that is you today!
The last week of November is one of the most joyous times of year on Shane's side of the family. It is the one time of year we (Shane, his two brothers, mom and dad, the three wives, and the 11 grandchildren between us!) are all guaranteed to be together, and we look forward to it all year!
I can't wait to share our week in pictures...so buckle down, here we go!
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Thanksgiving! Yes, the one from 2012 . . . .
Instead of beginning this post with the obvious (and typical) first sentence of, "Well, it has been quite a while since I blogged last!", I will head in a different direction.
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Rev. Dr. Troy Troftgruben, WTS Assistant Professor of New Testament:
Welcome to our first convocation of the academic year. "Convocations" happen here at Wartburg at various times on topics that require—not simply disseminating information—but face-to-face conversation. These topics are typically not cut-and-dry issues, but matters of evolving, ongoing, dynamic conversation.
For many years Wartburg has hosted a convocation on "inclusive language." This convocation is similar, but broader in focus. It entails not only concerns pertinent to inclusive language but also concerns pertinent to behavior and actions that foster genuine inclusion of "the other."
Our language and our behavior do things, especially in community: by our words and actions, we consciously and unconsciously assume certain norms, characterize ourselves and our community ethos, and establish what is "normal," acceptable, and appreciated. Sometimes we are deliberate about our words and actions, sometimes not so much.
This morning we have 6 individuals who will each speak for about 2 minutes on a particular issue that pertains to becoming an inclusive community.
– Hannah Benedict (concerning gender)
– Norma Cook Everist (concerning disabilities)
– Mack Patrick (concerning transgender)
– Stan Olson (concerning inclusive language for God)
– Gus Barnes (concerning race and sexual orientation)
– Susan Ebertz (concerning denominational backgrounds)
Afterward, we will dialogue with each other at our tables.
Hannah Benedict, Final Year M.Div. Student:
I don't think much about my gender. I don't have a constant internal track going, "I-am-a-woman-I-am-a-woman-I-am-a-woman." I say this fully aware that as I say that, I wear a particular piece of attire typically attributed to one gender–yep, high heels, those tortuous devices woman can wear. But I don't wear high heels because of my gender. I wear them because of my 5'3″ height. It's logistics folks! I truly don't pay attention to my gender much, until a moment about which I'm going to tell you:
At the end of internship, a congregation member came up to me with what she thought would be a compliment. She said, "At first we didn't know how a lady intern would do, but you did great, honey!" Her pleasant surprise was my harsh realization. Not only might I need to consider my gender, but that others could see my gender as a detriment.
She wasn't the first to share such reactions. Others, mostly women and women my age, shared similar reactions, "You wanna be a what? Sweetie, don't you know you're a lady?"
It's not that I don't know my gender. I am fully aware of it and others of my kind. I'm one of three sisters, (an aunt two nieces; women outnumber men in my family). I attended a women's college—go Suzies—and chaired the feminist group. I got that I was a woman, through and through. But what I didn't get was how this somehow made me any less effective or valuable.
Being a woman never stopped me from doing all that God called me to do. Being a woman never stopped me from being compassionate, courageous, strong, determined, and dedicated. Instead, being a woman, surrounded and supported by them, taught me how to be all these and more. My gender provides a particular perspective, one no less important than any other. From this vantage point, I can see who God makes me through the Holy Spirit in Christ.
In Christ, we are no longer male/female, gentile/Jewish, enslaved/free. We are God's. Gender may be part of my identity but it is not all of it. Yes, I'm a lady—and a wife, mother, sister, aunt, daughter, and, occasionally I wear heels. But I am first and foremost a child of God.
Rev. Dr. Norma Cook Everist, Professor of Church Administration and Educational Ministry:
I'm Norma Cook Everist, addressing living together with our abilities and disabilities. We are all differently abled. Wartburg is a caring community where people try to live thoughtfully, respectfully and in solidarity with people with disabilities.
How can we do this even better?
By really seeing each person, rather than pretending not to notice. By asking, rather than presuming a person's need: "What is helpful to you?"
By using person-first language: Not "a blind person" but a "person who is blind." I have a disability; I am not my disability.
And by using inclusive language in worship. Our ELW does not say, "Please stand," words hard to hear for those who cannot. Thomas Schattauer and Melissa Waterman encourage us to motion with our hands when the congregation is to stand. People with disabilities who were on the hymnal planning committee encouraged, "The Assembly stands," an inclusive phrase which means the congregation stands for those who cannot. We've been doing pretty well this fall. It is important we remember as we are formed as leaders for an inclusive church.
Inclusive language matters: So we motion, or we say, "The assembly stands," or we say, "Please stand as you are able."
Nicholas Rohde and I conferred, discovering we've both been tempted to respond when we hear, "Please stand": "No thank you, I can't." Let's try that. I'll say, "Please stand," and you respond, "No thank you. I can't." [The people at tables did.] Now say after me: "The Assembly stands." ["The Assembly stands."] "Please stand as you are able" ["Please stand as you are able."]
Thank you very much.
Mack Patrick, 1st Year M.Div. Student:
To start this conversation off, one must understand a few basic things about transgender. The first is that transgender is commonly spelled as trans*; this is an important piece in the trans* experience. The asterisk represents that trans* is a spectrum covering a wide variety of experiences. Some are a bit more clear-cut than others. There is the complete change over: Female to Male or Male to Female, but there is also the non-conforming, non-identifying side of gender.
Along with recognizing that trans* is a spectrum—and you may not always know how someone fully identifies—it is important to realize trans* are still people. Asking if they have surgery, or inquiring more about their chosen gender, is not cool and rather offensive. No one cares about your private parts. You should not ask those questions of those who are trans*. That is a private matter.
Pronouns identify who we are on a paper form, but correct use of pronouns is also a good way to show someone that you care about them and want them to be included in a community. While society has focused on the popular pronouns of male and female, there are yet two other known sets of pronouns that someone may identify with. One of those other sets is the gender neutral set. It is commonly used with individuals who do not identify with a specific gender. [This set includes:] Ze (zee) commonly referred to as the subject, Hir (here) known as the object and possessive adjective, and Hirs (heres) for the possessive pronoun. While these are not commonly known and used, as the popularity and acknowledgment of the gender-neutral pronoun grows, they will be used more often. It is completely acceptable to ask people what pronouns they prefer.
For someone who identifies as trans*, asking about pronouns is a great first step. Admitting that you have no clue what to do or say is good, but first and foremost ignore their gender and focus on the person. I know that hearing the correct pronouns being used when talking about me, is huge, as acceptance is growing. Even though I identify as trans*, I feel full included and accepted in the Wartburg Community. Inclusion starts with the ability to recognize you may encounter individuals in your community that are different from you. Take the first step and get to know them as a person.
Rev. Dr. Stan Olson, WTS President:
My privilege today is to talk with you a little about language for God. The topic of this convocation is inclusive language. I could talk about inclusive language for God, pointing to the importance of speaking of God in ways that allow all to be included.
I've given that talk. However, over the years I've concluded that it's far better to speak of expansive language for God or, simply, appropriate language for God. Speaking appropriately of God is an expression of faithfulness.
Sixty years ago, J. B. Philipps wrote a book titled, Your God Is Too Small. He challenges the reader to think more expansively about God as made known in Jesus Christ, to embrace the depth of meaning. The book was very important in shaping my early thinking. I recently reread it and can't now say that I commend the book to you. I do, however, commend the title. Let that title push you firmly as you do theology, preach, teach, counsel, write, and pray—your God is too small.
To embed this push in your thoughts, I invite you to shift from the second person pronoun and use this as a response: Our God is too small. Say it with me now, Our God is too small, and then in response.
If we speak of God using only a few of the words and images available, Our God is too small.
If we use only the language of the New Testament, Our God is too small.
If we use only the language of the Hebrew Bible, Our God is too small.
If our talk of God uses only masculine images and pronouns, or only feminine images and pronouns, or only combinations, Our God is too small.
If we limit our language for God only to words actually used in the Bible and neglect the church's rich history of devotion and thought, Our God is too small.
If we casually and carelessly use familiar hymnic and devotional language that conveys limited or false images of God, Our God is too small.
If the God we convey seems distant and unknowable for any to whom we speak, Our God is too small.
If we think that God is ours alone, Our God is too small.
If we ever allow ourselves to think that we have arrived at language that is finally and completely appropriate, Our God is too small.
God is not too small!
Gus Barnes, 3rd Year M.Div. Student:
I am Gus Barnes Jr. I am one of a kind, created by God and my parents. I am a fifty-three year old man in seminary. I am a tax-payer. I am a product of the sixties. Here is the shocker surprise: I am an openly Gay African American man. In my time in this temporal place we call earth, I have had many doors shut in my face because of the things that describes who Gus is. Here at Wartburg Seminary I assume when people speak of Gus being Gay, it's because often I am happy as Gus; I am welcomed here as Gus.
I am thrilled to have lived a lifetime to see a Black President in office, and this week I met the ELCA's first openly Gay Bishop. The ELCA has struggled with sexuality issues. And after its decision in 2009 to be more open to gays and lesbians serving in ministerial leadership, it has lost many congregations. Sadly I am reminded daily when I look in the mirror as I prepare my day that I need to ask,"What doors will be opened, and which doors will be shut because of who Gus is?" Spend some time to get to know me and others. I promise if you stay out of my closet, I'll stay out of yours!
Susan Ebertz, Director of the Reu Memorial Library and Assistant Professor of Bibliography and Academic Research:
I'm speaking on inclusion of a variety of denominational backgrounds. I think that there is only one student here who is not Lutheran and she is a TEEM student. I think I am the only faculty member who is not Lutheran. There are a number of the staff who are not Lutheran. I mention this because sometimes it is easy for some of us to forget that not all of us are Lutheran.
At one time we had more non-Lutherans here. The other faculty member and the students would talk with me about some of their experiences. I'm not at liberty to share those stories. It wasn't a secret club but it did create a bond between us.
I don't think that the difference in denominational backgrounds is as hurtful as other sorts of discriminations. If we all realize that not everyone speaks Lutheranese and not all of us believe Lutheran theology, we go a long way into including those of other denominations.
I know that some of you grew up in a different denomination and the transition to Lutheran theology may be difficult. I think it is important for you to know and understand Lutheran theology and to live into that. That is okay. That is not what I'm talking about.
Many of you will be ministering in communities where you will need to work with ecumenical partners. Understanding what they believe or how they "do worship" can be an important learning experience while you are in seminary. Figure out ways to experience that.
If you want to talk more, I welcome conversation with you.
Table Question for Communal Conversation:
- When have you experienced "exclusion" in a community or church setting?
- What practices have you observed to be some of the most helpful for facilitating authentic inclusion and openness in faith communities? How have they worked?
- As leaders, how can we go about being allies or advocates in the communities we serve for inclusion concerning some of the issues named this morning?
- As leaders, what do you think will be some of the most pressing issues of inclusion for which we will need to be advocates in our unfolding ministries?
You may also appreciate the following previously published posts:
- Inclusive Language and Practice
- Gender Inclusive Language
- Inclusive Language: A Global Perspective
- Inclusive Language for God (in Worship)
- Inclusive Language: Images for God and Humanity
- Inclusive Language: Homosexuality
- Inclusive Language: Singleness
- 25th Inclusive Language Convocation


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Scandal was the sole show to improve Thursday on what was a down night overall.
The drama returned to 7.8 million viewers and a 2.8 in the adults 18-to-49 demographic, up two tenths from its last new episode to tie a series high. Lead-in Grey's Anatomy (8.1 million, 2.7) was down a tenth.
Get the scoop on 39 must-watch finalesFacing the NFL draft, every show on CBS and NBC hit season or series lows, including The Big Bang Theory (14.4 million, 4.2), which fell a full point, but was still the night's top show.American Idol (11.1 million, 2.7) also dropped to a series low, while Glee (5.2 million, 1.8) fell three-tenths.The Vampire Diaries' backdoor pilot "The Originals" drew 2.2 million viewers and a 0.9, down a tenth from its last new episode. Beauty and the Beast (1.3 million, 0.5) slipped a tenth as well.8 p.m.
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DETROIT – Cadillac used the North American International Auto Show in Detroit Tuesday to unveil its new ATS Coupe and its new logo.
First, the car. The ATS Coupe is built on the same platform as the popular ATS Sedan. It's smaller than the Cadillac CTS, which is also available as a sedan or coupe.
The ATS Coupe is squarely targeting competitors like the BMW 4-series and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
The Cadillac hopes to take on that competition with two engine choices. There's a 2-liter four-cylinder turbo that generates 272 horsepower, or you can have a 3.6-liter V-6 engine with 321 horsepower. The coupe is available in rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive configurations.
Inside, there's a nine-speaker Bose sound system with an active noise-canceling feature that minimizes road and wind noise. Cadillac is also blending a mix of materials in the cabin with extensive use of leather, aluminium, carbon fiber and wood.
The speedometer and navigation directions can be projected on the windshield as part of a heads-up display in front of the driver. Or the driver can customize the three-window instrument cluster, which includes a 5.7-inch screen.
While cars typically get redesigned every four to five years, car logos tend to stick around much longer. That's why it's refreshing to see that Cadillac has updated its logo with a wider, cleaner crest, and the logo drops the wreath around the crest.
Watch for the new logo on the new ATS Coupe late this summer; it is expected to appear on other Cadillac models for the 2015 model year.


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Thursday, July 28, 2011
Going to Get the Kids- Woohoo!
It's been almost 2 weeks and we are heading back North to get our kiddos! As much as I enjoyed the quiet and kid free fun my hubby and I had I really MISSED THEM!
When the kids are home I'm consistently doing this or that so I took this time to DO NOTHING. Now don't get me wrong I cooked, cleaned, and took care of house stuff but I didn't venture out much. I needed some "me" time and I got it! I'm relaxed and happy so my vacation was peace and quiet at my house. As a busy mom I needed that. Thanks MOM- she must know these things.
We spoke to the kids 2 times everyday so I knew what they were doing and if they were staying out of trouble. My mom says they are good kids and didn't fight whatsoever....ummm does she have the right kids? My kids are good but damn they fight over the littlest things..."
Mom Sahara touched my knee with her big toe"
, that's what I hear on a daily basis. They wonder why I roll my eyes all the time. I'm just happy they were good for Mom- thank you kids!
Tonight we are going to drive about 4 hrs and then tomorrow 5hrs and then we should be pulling into Florence Oregon. My hubby is going to be amazed with the Sand Dunes. I'm sure we will be taking a lot of pictures (forewarned!).
I'm just going to say it...DRIVING SUCKS and anyone who knows me know I hate driving so doing trips like this is frickin annoying but to get my kids I'll suck it up and JUST DO IT! LOL!
Have a great weekend- and wish we have nice SUNNY weather so we can enjoy this camping trip that my mom thinks I'm not going to do well with...I'm not a camper either.
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Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Hotel Night- Spiders Oh My!
I can't sleep at hotels, can you? Even when I sleep at someone elses house I'm constantly waking up. So then how can vacations be fun if I'm always tired. I guess that's the price I pay to have fun with family. Well I'm getting older and sleeping in beds that are not mine is getting harder and harder. Now lets say if the bed has one of those fluffy mattress/pillows that adjust to your body well then maybe I can do that!
After driving through the night to get to the hotel we arrived around 1:30am and we were all tired so I thought no problem I'll be able to sleep. I had to go to the bathroom bad so when we got the key to the room I went right into the bathroom and guess what I saw...a big spider! Just take a wild guess on how I slept that night. Not good, I itched all night and even had bites on my legs in the morning. Ugh and Ewww!
Now we are not staying in 5 star hotels more like 2.5/3 so I know we aren't getting the best but its what we can afford so I need to deal with that and at least its not Roach Hotel LOL! Hey the kids and hubby slept just fine. It's just me who is bitching. I'm also the one who hates camping so it's just my issues.
The next morning we get up and get ready to get on the road. Oh yeah FOOD is needed. We walk over to the Hotel's Cafe and had a yummy breakfast. They served 1/2 breakfasts now that's what I like! We were getting ready to leave and I'm looking for my phone and can't find it. Before having a meltdown and dragging everything out of the car I send hubby to the hotel office and guess what...yep they had it! Phew!
Back on the road! Hubby was driving, he owed me some hours because I did most of the driving the night before, lol! I'm in the back seat with Lil Mama who thinks putting her feet up on me is funny and proceeds to do that for about 4 hours. I read on my iPad and played numerous games with her and in my head was wishing I was up in the front seat but also knew my son was having a blast in front with Daddy. They were having some cool conversations about sports, games, and music. Man stuff!
At the end of the day we pulled up to my Mom's house around 8:30pm and we were very HAPPY!
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Monday, July 25, 2011
Road Trip- Rental Car Problems
Oh my where do I start...when did it become so hard to rent a car?
We are a family who has DEBIT CARDS not credit cards. We only spend what we have. In our 20's we both got in trouble with credit cards so we decided not to have credit cards. Well that awesome idea might have to change due to you can't rent a car unless you have a credit card.
Now some agencies will take a debit card but put a freeze on the amount plus additional % more. For example, our car rental was going to be $575 for a mid size for 10 days and they wanted to put a $1000 hold on our credit card. Of course that wasn't going to work for this 1 income family because we needed that extra $500 for our vacation. We didn't know all this until the DAY we are to leave, of course.
My husband works by the airport where all the rental car agencies are so he had his friend drop him off after work at agency. Friend leaves and hubby goes in and went through all the motions with the agent and then BOOM..."we don't take debit cards, sir" - even though we used it to reserve the car in the first place. He calls me and lets me know the bad news and that he will go to Hertz, we've rented through them before so he doesn't think it will be a problem. They would but had to put a hold of over a $1000 on our card. Nope- not worth it! So off my hubby goes, he has to walk a couple miles to the Bart and then walk home. I would have gone to get him but he parked his truck in front of the driveway so my car was blocked in. It was one disaster after another.
But we all kept our focus on leaving so we tried to stay in good spirits. We weren't taking our car because we really wanted something new and comfy to travel in. Plus our car needed new tires and oil change so guess what hubby had to do when he got home- yep new tires and oil change. At this point we are 4 hours behind schedule. It crossed my mind just leave early in the morning but we had a hotel room already reserved so we had to go or loose $80. Such pressure! We leave and the best part was there was NO TRAFFIC. If we would have left when we planned to we would have been in the heart traffic for a long time so maybe this happened for a reason- that's just my wishful thinking and reasoning not to get upset at the situation.
Lesson Learned: Can't rent car with debit card!
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Saturday, July 23, 2011
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I Needed a Vacation from My Family Vacation
Wow...just wow what a TRIP that was. We got back last Monday (today is Saturday) and I'm just now feeling up to blogging. I was exhausted emotionally and physically. I've been on the couch the last 3 days with a killer stomach ache that the nurse said I might have an UCLER. WTF! I think I just ate something bad and maybe all the soda I drank while on vacation just messing with my tummy. I prefer my diagnose.
Vacations are suppose to relaxing...right? Yeah right when you travel with 2 kids on the road for 2 days then visit with family for a week then drive back in the RAIN through mountains, nope not relaxing in my book.
However, I got to visit with some awesome family and friends and it was WORTH it so yes I might bitch a bit but it was overall a wonderful trip!
This week was suppose to go a lot different but being on the couch sick made me slow down so I guess this was my laying by the beach moment. I know reaching but hey it worth a shot. I'm back feeling better and get ready for posts about our Family Road Trip!
BTW...kids are still up in Washington with their grandparents :)
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Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Kids Addiction To Swimming
Today my eyes were opening up and its around 7:30am and there is this curly hair girl looking at me and says "Are we going swimming today?" not "good morning mom or how are you mom". The pool opens at 2:30pm so in my head I'm like why is she asking me this question so damn early. But in her head this is the big EVENT so she needs to plan her day. I roll my eyes and let her know she needs to brush her teeth before asking me questions that require her to breath in my face. She giggles but stays there and asks again. Yes Sahara we are going swimming today!
Ronnell wakes about after 8am comes and gives me a hug then asks "Mom are we going swimming?" yet again not even a "good morning" but at least I got a hug before the big question. Once again I roll my eyes. "Yes sweetheart we are going". Then it was all smiles for about 2 hrs then the "When is it 2:30?" starts happening. I did work this to my advantage though. Every time they said something they had to do a chore around the house. Guess what got done by my kids today- they cleaned their rooms, they did dishes, vacuumed living room, and I got a load a laundry done by them.
They were packed, swimsuits on, waiting by the door by 1:30. LOL. I am such a mean mom because its 2:13 and I'm still on the computer writing a blog entry. HEHE!
Guess its time to go SWIMMING!
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Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Going on a Road Trip
Am I even ready- no this is how I deal with STRESS, wait until the last minute! HEHE! No laughing matter here people, okay yes it is. Back in the old days I used to write lists, get upset if things didn't get done, stress on everything and anything but now a days I just ROLL WITH IT! Who am I joking???
I might not be as "anal" as I used to be but how could I with kids and a husband. We will leave something behind, won't finish something I wanted to do, forget something important at home of course but what can I do about it when I'm already on the road. My family will probably say- you will throw a fit- curse a couple times and then whine a couple hours but then it will be okay.
I tend to do things at the last minute because that's just who I am! My hubby will say its the Sagittarius in me- okay I go with that but really if I did all this crap last week it would get all dirty again, I would have to pull it out and really its just easier to pack the day before going.
I have 3 lists: To Pack, What We Need, To Do Around Here- very professional huh!
I won't let this Family Trip stress me out!
What are some things you forget at home you wish you didn't, great road trip tips, or anything you want to add to this ROAD TRIP post?
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Monday, July 4, 2011
Happy 4th July Everyone
Enjoy Family and Friends today
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I'm dealing with Perimenopause
Well I think I have hit that wonderful experience (right, can you see me rolling my eyes!)- so excited... NOT! I'm going spare you on all the gory details but this is NOT FUN. It says it can last 2 to 8 years- really? My mom says it will be worth it- do I believe her though, lol! I know this is a normal part of life but that doesn't mean I can't bitch about it, lol!
This weekend was horrible! I was in a lot of pain and it was a nice weekend but I was in bed oohing and aahing. My hubby did take the kids out for awhile on Saturday leaving me with some peace and quiet to sleep. Sunday we got up and cleaned early so we could have the rest of the day off. I pretty much took it easy but still was trooper (even in pain). Today I feel a bit better and the pain sustained but still not all the way myself. The kids and hubby were wonderful and I feel so bad they have to see me like that though. I will be making a doctor appointment this week because I don't want to go thru that pain every month.
Something to look forward to:
Menopausal Muffin Top
LOL! BTW I already have that, ugh!
What can I do to help me deal with this:
Eat Healthier- something I've been working on so this won't be hard to do. They suggest diet low in saturated fat and includes plenty of fish, fruits, vegetables, beans, and high-fiber grains and breads.
Get adequate amounts of
calcium and vitamin D
Get regular
. Working on that. Been doing a lot of walking. I want to start doing Yoga too.
, alcohol, and stress. OMG...does this mean I have to give up coffee. Not sure if I can do that! Limit alcohol and stress I can do that! 2 of 3 not bad right.
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Friday, July 1, 2011
Thanks to Facebook I have a NEW NICKNAME
ShortStack and guess who is having so much fun calling me it....yep Lil Mama! Then guess who told her to call me that...ummm my mom! Thanks Mom! But really I have Facebook to blame for this.
Last week I was working on fan landing pages for
PinkMama's Place
Mr Airbrush Hands
and I was using the site
to design them (which BTW the site ROCKS). I "liked" the Shortstack site and it posted it on Facebook and my mom had so much fun with that one.
Last night my daughter comes in room after calling me Shortstack for the 20th time ( and after having a conversation with my mom on the phone) and says " Mom your short and your stacked" Ummm okay how she said it was fricken funny but she didn't realize exactly what she said because right after she said that she says "You stack books, clothes, and all kinds of things" well you know what my hubby and I thought, right. I am stacked!
So thanks Facebook for the new nickname and the laugh. At least my nickname from Lil Mama isn't as bad as what she calls her daddy "panties" I'm not sure how she came up with that name but I do know why...because it bothers him and she LOVES to pick on him.
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Life Is So Lonely
Why is my life so lonely
Seems like everybody i love or
get too close
leaves me…
Who cares about the quiet girl back there
Who hears her when she pleads for help
There is no one to just listen
Just tell her she matters
Does anyone care that thoughts of leaving this earth
confuse her mind daily?
Cutting her, hurting her,
After that who knows
How does she hide it so well when everyone claims to know her
better then she knows herself
if that's the case then how could u not see this coming
or did u ever even care???
A sad love poem by Anonymous (Visitor)
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Events Listings
General-East Bay Through October 3
"65TH SEMI-ANNUAL FINE ARTS AND CRAFTS FALL FAIR,' Sept. 24
through Sept. 26. More than 150 artists will gather to showcase paintings,
sculptures, jewelry, photography, clothing, accessories and more. Event takes
place along Locust Street between Mt. Diablo Boulevard and Civic Drive,
Walnut Creek. See website for complete details.
10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun.(925) 933-6778,
"CALIFORNIA COASTAL CLEANUP DAY," -- Sept. 25. Tens of thousands
of Californians are expected to participate in the 26th annual event that
hopes to bring people together to clean more than 800 sites along the coast,
and to have a good time while supporting environmental causes. See website
for local sites and contacts.
9 a.m.-Noon.(800) COA-ST4U, www.coast4u.org.
"FALL FIESTA FOR THE ARTS," -- Sept. 24. Enjoy live entertainment
from Ballet Folkorico Tiapalli at this annual fete benefitting the Sun
Gallery's Children's Art Education Programs. Event takes place at the Hayward
City Hall Rotunda, 777 B St., Hayward.
$35-$40.5:30-8:30 p.m.(510) 581-4050, www.sungallery.org.
"GOING 4 GREEN FESTIVAL," -- Sept. 25 and Sept. 26. A
family-oriented street festival and celebration all about going green,
featuring vendors, games, presentations, food, crafts and more. See website
for complete details. Event takes place at Jack London Square, Oakland.
"RECIPE FOR MURDER," -- Sept. 24. An interactive mystery dinner
theater with three course gourmet meal and the chance to solve the crime for
prizes. Event takes place at the Farmer Restaurant in the Pleasanton Hotel,
855 Main St., Pleasanton.
$64.7 p.m.www.pleasantonhotel.com.
"ROCKRIDGE OUT AND ABOUT STREET FESTIVAL," -- Sept. 26. A street
festival featuring live music, fashion shows, kid's fun, wellness activities,
food and drink, dancing and more. Event takes place on College Avenue between
Alcatraz and Manila.
Free.Noon-6 p.m.www.rockridgeoutandabout.com.
"THE CINE+MAS SAN FRANCISCO LATINO FILM FESTIVAL," -- through
Sept. 28. The festival, which takes place in San Francisco, Berkeley, San
Jose and Marin, showcases the work of emerging and established filmmakers
from the U.S., Latin America, Spain, Portugal and more. See website for
venues, times and tickets.
"THE MUSIC FOR PEOPLE AND THINGAMAJIGS FESTIVAL," -- through
Sept. 26. A event dedicated to promoting experimental music that incorporates
made and found instruments and alternate tuning systems. Events take place at
a variety of venues; see website for full details.
$10-$15.(510) 418-3447, www.thingamajigs.org.
"WINE FOR A CURE," -- Sept. 25. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
presents the third annual benefit, showcasing wines from the Livermore
Valley, paired with food from a special local menu. See website for full
details. Event takes place at John Madden's Goal Line Productions, 5959
Coronado Lane, Pleasanton.
$75 and up.5-10 p.m.http://nca.cff.org/wineforacure.
"WOMEN OF TASTE," -- Sept. 25. A annual roof top charity benefit
featuring live music, food from Bay Area restaurants and beverage purveyors,
auctions and more. Event takes place at the Kaiser Rooftop Garden, 300
Lakeside Dr., Oakland.
6-10 p.m.www.girlsinc-alameda.org/women-of-taste.
"RV Show and Sale," Sept. 24 through Oct. 3, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Mon.-Fri.; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat.; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. RV dealers from all over
California display the latest models on the market. $6-$8. www.rvshows.net.
"Kidsfaire," Sept. 25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. One of California's largest
children's events, featuring acres of fun with nonstop family entertainment
including Clowntown, Sports City, and visits from Barney. See website for
complete details. $5-$8. www.thekidsfaire.com.
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton. (925) 426-7600,
"I Like My Bike Night," 9 p.m. First Fridays of the
month. This monthly series brings bicycle innovators, enthusiasts, artists
and organizations together under one roof, as well as encourages regular
Ashkenaz show-goers to leave their cars in the driveway and arrive at the
venue by bicycle instead. $8-$25.
1317 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley. (510) 525-5054, www.ashkenaz.com.
"ArtiFacts: A Lecture Series for Collectors," 3 p.m.
First Sundays of the month Guest curators, scholars and conservation experts
from throughout the Bay Area discuss the art of collecting. First Sunday of
every month, 3 p.m. $7; includes a preview of the monthly estate auction
which takes place the following day at 10am.
Auctions by the Bay Theater-Auction House, 2700 Saratoga St.,
Alameda. (510) 835-6187, www.auctionsbythebay.com.
"Free Books," 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat. - Sun. Donate your
unwanted books and receive new titles for free.
10520 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. (510) 526-1941,
Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Sept. 26, 2 p.m. Hear the congresswoman
from the 9th Congressional District talk on war and peace. Free.
1924 Cedar St., Berkeley. (510) 495-5132, www.bfuu.org.
"California Genealogical Society and Library Free First
Saturday," 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Event takes place on the first Saturday
of every month, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Trace and compile your family history at this
month's open house event. Free. www.calgensoc.org.
2201 Broadway, Suite LL2, Oakland. (510) 663-1358.
HISTORY WALKABOUTS -- A series of walking tours that
explore the history, lore and architecture of California with veteran tour
guide Gary Holloway. Walks are given on specific weekends. There is a
different meeting place for each weekend and walks take place rain or shine
so dress for the weather. Reservations and prepayment required. Meeting place
will be given with confirmation of tour reservation. Call for details.
678 Mission St., San Francisco. (415) 357-1848,
"Dinner Theater Magic Show," 7:30 p.m. Fri - Sat. Enter
the joyous and bewildering world of illusion while chowing down on a home
cooked meal. Each weekend features different professional magicians.
Recommended for ages 13 and older. $54-$64 includes meal.
729 Castro St., Martinez. (925) 374-0056, www.calmagic.com.
CHABOT SPACE AND SCIENCE CENTER State-of-the-art facility
unifying science education activities around astronomy. Enjoy interactive
exhibits, hands-on activities, indoor stargazing, outdoor telescope viewing
and films.
Center Admission: $14.95; $10.95 children 3-12; free children
under 3; $3 discount for seniors and students. Telescope viewing only: free.
Wednesday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday,
11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Also open on Tuesdays 10 a.m.-5 p.m. after June 29. 10000
Skyline Blvd., Oakland. (510) 336-7300, www.chabotspace.org.
DUNSMUIR HOUSE AND GARDENS HISTORIC ESTATE Nestled in
the Oakland hills, the 50-acre Dunsmuir House and Gardens estate includes the
37-room Neoclassical Revival Dunsmuir Mansion, built by coal and lumber baron
Alexander Dunsmuir for his bride. Restored outbuildings set amid landscaped
gardens surround the mansion.
ESTATE GROUNDS -- Self-Guided Grounds Tours are available
yearround. The 50 acres of gardens and grounds at the mansion are open to the
public for walking Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Booklets and maps of the
grounds are available at the Dinkelspiel House. Free.
GUIDED TOURS -- Docent-led tours are available on the first Sunday
of each month at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. (except for July) and Wednesdays at 11
a.m. $5 adults, $4 seniors and juniors (11-16), children 11 and under free.
Dunsmuir House and Gardens, 2960 Peralta Oaks Court, Oakland.
(510) 615-5555, www.dunsmuir.org.
"A Taste of El Cerrito," Sept. 25, 5-9 p.m. Live music, hors
d'oeuvres, drinks, raffle and more are on tap for this year's festival. $45.
7007 Moeser Ln., El Cerrito. (510) 215-4370.
"Oakland Artisan Marketplace," 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fridays.
The City of Oakland and Cultural Arts & Marketing Department presents a
weekly market featuring fine arts and crafts of local artists. Free. (510)
238-4948, www.oaklandartisanmarketplace.org.
14th Street and Broadway, Oakland.
"Oakland Artisan Marketplace,"' 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturdays; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sundays The City of Oakland and Cultural Arts &
Marketing Department presents a weekly market featuring fine arts and crafts
of local artists. Free. (510) 238-4948, www.oaklandartisanmarketplace.org.
115 Embarcadero, Oakland.
"Harvest Crush Wine Benefit," Sept. 24, 6-8:30 p.m. An evening of
food, wine tasting, tours, raffles, auctions and more, benefiting "Adopt A
Special Kid'' non-profit. $20-$75.
55 Fourth St., Oakland. (510) 465-5900.
"NanoZone," Discover the science of the super-small:
nanotechnology. Through hands-on activities and games, explore this
microworld and the scientific discoveries made in this area.
"Forces That Shape the Bay," A science park that shows
and explains why the San Francisco Bay is the way it is, with information on
water, erosion, plate tectonics and mountain building. You can ride
earthquake simulators, set erosion in motion and look far out into the bay
with a powerful telescope from 1,100 feet above sea level. The center of the
exhibit is a waterfall that demonstrates how water flows from the Sierra
Nevada Mountains to the Bay. Visitors can control where the water goes. There
are also hands-on erosion tables, and a 40-foot-long, 6-foothigh, rock
compression wall.
"Real Astronomy Experience," A new
exhibit-in-development allowing visitors to use the tools that real
astronomers use. Aim a telescope at a virtual sky and operate a
remote-controlled telescope to measure a planet.
"Biology Lab," In the renovated Biology Lab visitors may
hold and observe gentle animals. Saturday, Sunday and holidays, 1:30 p.m. to
4 p.m.
"The Idea Lab," Experiment with some of the basics of
math, science and technology through hands-on activities and demonstrations
of magnets, spinning and flying, puzzles and nanotechnology.
"Math Around the World," Play some of the world's most
popular math games, such as Hex, Kalah, Game Sticks and Shongo Networks.
"Math Rules," Use simple and colorful objects to
complete interesting challenges in math through predicting, sorting,
comparing, weighing and counting.
HOLT PLANETARIUM Shows on Saturdays and Sundays.
Programs recommended for ages 6 and up unless otherwise noted. $2.50-$3 in
addition to general admission.
$6-$12; free children ages 2 and under. Daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
University of California, Centennial Drive, Berkeley. (510) 642-5132,
Exploring cinema from the Bay Area and cultures around the world,
the Pacific Film Archive offers daily film screenings, including rare and
rediscovered prints of movie classics; new and historic works by world famous
directors; restored silent films with live musical accompaniment;
retrospectives; and new and experimental works. Check Web site for a full
schedule of films.
"First Impressions: Free First Thursdays," first Thursday of
every month. Special tours and movie presentations. Admission is free.
Single feature: $5-$8; Double feature: $9-$12 general. PFA
Theater, 2575 Bancroft Way, Berkeley. (510) 642-5249,
"Lunch Poems," 12:10-12:50 p.m. First Thursdays of each
2600 Bancroft Way, Berkeley. (510) 642-3671.
USS HORNET MUSEUM Come aboard this World War II aircraft
carrier that has been converted into a floating museum. The Hornet, launched
in 1943, is 899 feet long and 27 stories high. During World War II she was
never hit by an enemy strike or plane and holds the Navy record for number of
enemy planes shot down in a week. In 1969 the Hornet recovered the Apollo 11
space capsule containing the first men to walk on the moon, and later
recovered Apollo 12. In 1991 the Hornet was designated a National Historic
Landmark and is now docked at the same pier she sailed from in 1944. Today,
visitors can tour the massive ship, view World War II-era warplanes and
experience a simulated aircraft launch from the carrier's deck. Exhibits are
being added on an ongoing basis. Allow two to three hours for a visit. Wear
comfortable shoes and be prepared to climb steep stairs or ladders. Dress in
layers as the ship can be cold. Arrive no later than 2 p.m. to sign up for
the engine room and other docent-led tours. Children under age 12 are not
allowed in the Engine Room or the Combat Information Center.
"Limited Access Day," Due to ship maintenance, tours of
the navigation bridge and the engine room are not available. Tuesdays.
"Flight Deck Fun," A former Landing Signal Officer will
show children how to bring in a fighter plane for a landing on the deck then
let them try the signals themselves. Times vary. Free with regular Museum
"Protestant Divine Services," Hornet chaplain John
Berger conducts church services aboard The Hornet in the Wardroom Lounge.
Everyone is welcome and refreshments are served immediately following the
service. Sundays, 11 a.m.
"Family Day," Discounted admission for families of four
with a further discount for additional family members. Access to some of the
areas may be limited due to ship maintenance. Every Tuesday. $20 for family
of four; $5 for each additional family member.
"Flashlight Tour," 8:30 a.m. Receive a special tour of
areas aboard the ship that have not yet been opened to the public or that
have limited access during the day. $30-$35 per person.
"History Mystery After Hours Tour," 7 p.m.-10 p.m.
Explore the USS Hornet after hours and learn the history of this ship while
it is illuminated in red lights used for "night ops." Also, hear stories
about the ships' legendary haunts. Reservations required. (510) 521-8448
$6-$14; free children age 4 and under with a paying adult. Daily,
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Pier 3 (enter on Atlantic Avenue), Alameda Point, Alameda.
(510) 521-8448, www.uss-hornet.org.


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Edward E. Lehman, managing partner of Lehman, Lee & Xu and 1982 graduate of DePauw, is the recipient of the University's 2014 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award for Management and Entrepreneurship.
"The award is presented each year to one alumni by the DePauw University Alumni Association in conjunction with the McDermond Center for Management and Entrepreneurship," notes Yahoo! Finance. "The McDermond Center for Management and Entrepreneurship is named for Robert C. McDermond the 1931 graduate of DePauw who endowed the Center and its prestigious Management Fellows Program in 1980."
An English (literature) major at DePauw, Ed Lehman "was the first foreign lawyer to work at a mainland Chinese law firm in the history of the People's Republic of China," notes the announcement. "He is the first foreign lawyer to be a founding member of one of China's first private law firms. He holds the 'dubious distinction' of being the longest serving managing director of a mainland Chinese law firm (22+ consecutive years). Additionally, Mr. Lehman is the first foreign lawyer admitted by the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Mongolia, and founded the first private law firm in Mongolia's capital Ulaan Batter."
Lehman has also founded and manages an accounting firm and a mainland-based investment firm, LehmanBush.
The piece notes that Lehman "has continued to value to the outstanding liberal arts based education and lifelong friendships developed in his time at DePauw" and notes that one of them, Luis R. Davila '81, received the Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award for management and Entrepreneurship in 2005.


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July 14, 2008 (Providence, RI) — Bad Axe Games is pleased to announce Trailblazer, a "system optimizer" for your favorite 3rd Edition fantasy roleplaying game.
Brought to you by the designers of the award-winning Grim Tales, Trailblazer is designed to be fully customizable and compatible with your existing library of 3rd edition settings and supplements. Each section of the work addresses a specific complaint or problem with the ruleset, proposes a solution to the problem, and explains how to integrate each sub-system into your game. Copious designer notes help you fully understand the philosophy behind each change, and empowers you, the DM, to make your own tweaks and changes to get your game running at peak performance.
Trailblazer does not present "change for change's sake." Every change is a direct response to real problems raised by players in our own games and by the larger gaming community. Trailblazer tackles problems big and small:
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text: The controversy over the nomination of Chuck Hagel as secretary of defense has reminded us how diverse opinion called "conservative" really is. Certainly "traditional conservatives" and "neoconservatives" have both become rather overwrought. And the president must be smiling while watching the predictable effects of pushing key buttons. The "neocons," so it's said, can't stomach having someone that indifferent to the future of Israel, Iran becoming nuclear, and the military might and resolution required for America to be a leading force for good in the world. The traditional conservatives—which, in this case, include many libertarian followers of Ron and Rand Paul—are thrilled that American foreign policy will finally become properly defensive—the foreign policy of a republic, not an empire. The savings in blood and treasure—for ourselves and others—will be huge. Some neocons—or "national greatness" conservatives—charge that Obama is really all about starving defense to fund health care and other domestic initiatives. He's about to make us another European country. The problem with that is that the European countries can dispense with defense spending only because they've been parasitic on ours.


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Fred Nelson is the President/Executive Producer of the People's Choice Awards, the annual celebration of fan favorites in movies, music and TV. Throughout his eight year tenure with the People's Choice brand, he has overseen the global growth of the franchise in partnership with Mark Burnett.
Nelson joined People's Choice after a decade at Entertainment Weekly where he was V. P., Marketing & Promotion, Editorial Development and Digital Media. During that time, Nelson was Co-Executive Producer for the first two seasons of The World Series of Pop Culture, a television series he created in conjunction with Embassy Row and VH1. He was chosen as a pop culture expert by the producers of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire's for their "brain trust" lifeline.
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Don't call it a comeback! While Smash Mouth's heyday was back in the late '90s with hit singles like "All Star" and "Walkin' on the Sun," the perennial party band's music lives on, particularly in movies like classic teen coming-of-age film Can't Hardly Wait.
Smash Mouth's lead singer, Steve Harwell, has been particularly active in TV and movies over the past decade, penning tunes for a wide range of releases including What's New Scooby-Doo?, Kim Possible and The Pacifier.
With the last Smash Mouth album, Summer Girl, coming out back in 2006, the band is on the verge of releasing their sixth full-length, Magic, on September 4. In advance of the new record, the band has released snippets of the entire album, including a song titled "Justin Bieber."
"The song 'Justin Bieber' is just a flashback from the future, 10 years from now," Harwell told CBS Local in a statement. "The song talks about things that are currently relevant like Glee, Facebook, and Justin Bieber. So the song is basically (asking) in 10 years from now, will these things still be relevant or not? What has staying power and what doesn't?"
Invoking those same sunny, good feelings of the band's early hits, the music of Magic shows that Smash Mouth knows a thing or two about staying power, not to mention how to party like it's 1999.
– Scott T. Sterling, CBS Local
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Oh that Heavenly….Drone
April 28th, 2010 | Published in Uncategorized
A pet peeve of mine has always been the editorializing that newspapers routinely get away with when they publish a photo of a politician or other well know person along with a negative story that depicts them as troubled or discomforted by the news. But the Internet is a slightly different. I almost fell out of my chair laughing at this Drudge Report treatment of Janet Napolitano's testimony that Predator Drones were now guarding the Texas border.
This is self satire as well as satire of the practice of editorializing with pictures. It outs by exaggeration. Well, gross exaggeration and is made funnier, at least for me, by all the recent publicity the use of drones in the Tribal Territories of Pakistan against al Qaeda has gotten in the press. As Marshal McLuhan would point out: when new forms emerge we see them through the lens of existing forms. In this case the new form has been around long enough that we are seeing the old form through the eyes of the new.