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Dr David Willock
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Research Groups: Theoretical and Computational Chemistry and Physical Chemistry
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David Willock's research group is concerned with the use of computer simulation to understand materials with a particular focus on catalysis and related areas.
Heterogeneous catalysis depends on the adsorption and reaction of molecules at a surface. The main materials of interest are metals, oxides, microporous structures and supported metal nanoparticles with calculations aimed at understanding the properties of these systems and the reactions that are catalysed on their surfaces.
Simulation of structure and properties at the molecular level is carried out using a combination of quantum chemical and atomic forcefield methodology. The development of Monte Carlo simulation for host/guest systems has allowed us to explore templating and shape selectivity in zeolites and to generate new models of the pore structure of polymer materials. Periodic DFT has been applied to the adsorption and isomerisation of ketones on Pt surfaces and the reactions of molecules at defects on oxides.
In most cases collaboration with colleagues in spectroscopy, surface science and catalysis has been used to gain insight into the accuracy of the modelling protocols and provide a more rounded description of the "real world" system.
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Simon Townley tells the story of the theft of the skull of composer Joseph Haydn by over-zealous fans, shortly after his death in 1809.
The man who gave the world The Creation, over a hundred symphonies and the blueprint for the string quartet, had his head stolen by Karl Rosenbaum, the secretary of Haydn's employers, the Esterhazy family, and Johann Nepomuk Peter, governor of the provincial prison. Their motivation for stealing the skull was, it is believed, 'scientific': there was at the time a great interest in phrenology, a now-discredited scientific movement that attempted to associate mental capacities with aspects of cranial anatomy.
Simon tracks down what happened to the famous head in the next 145 years, through being displayed for years at the Gesellschaft für Musikfreunde in Vienna in a specially made black wooden casket, until it was finally reunited in 1954 with Haydn's other remains in a marble tomb in the Bergkirche in Eisenstadt.
He finds out exactly what the phrenologists were hoping to achieve with the head of the late composer and ponders the curious enthusiasm that fans of classical music have for busts of their favourite composers.
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If you donated to the Harrison Mayors Fund with cash or canned goods rest assured your kindness served a monumental purpose in 2012 during which more families than ever in the over 60-year history of the program received grocery donations.
In all, 250 families received three or four bags of groceries at Christmas, mostly donated through the Southwest Schools canned food drive, and 40 to 60 pounds of meat and other food products from JTM, said Mayor Joel McGuire.
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There's an awful lot to like about BUSAN (부산), Korea's second city, which has emerged from the provincial shadows full of pep and character. By turns brackish, glamorous, clumsy and charismatic, it prides itself on simply being different from Seoul, and many travellers end up preferring it to the capital. The locals alone make it worth a visit: more characterful than those from the capital, Busanites talk almost as fast as their city moves, spouting provincial slang in a distinctive staccato that many foreigners initially mistake for Japanese.
Busan is not just Korea's second-biggest city, but the fifth-largest container port in the world – its salty fringes tumble away into a colourful, confetti-like jumble of corrugated containers. This connection to the sea is evident at two of Busan's most visited areas – Haeundae, a busy stretch of beach sprinkled with five-star hotels, and Jagalchi Fish Market, quite possibly the smelliest place on earth. There are plenty of temples and mountains to amble around, and you can shop till you drop at a variety of places from grimy markets to designer shopping malls. In the evenings, the setting sun throws the ships into cool silhouette on a sea of gold, and Busan's youth come out to paint the town red. While the nightlife here is second only to that in Seoul, for sheer verve there's no contest – Busan is the champion.
Brief history
Even before it became the whirring economic dynamo that it is today, Busan played a pivotal role in the country's history. Though it was once part of the short-lived Gaya kingdom swallowed whole by the Silla dynasty, it was at that time little more than a collection of fishing villages. In the fifteenth century it benefited from its proximity to Japan, when a trade treaty opened it up as a port to international trade – up until that point, most goods had been leaving the area as loot on pirate ships. This competitive advantage promptly swung around and hit Busan squarely in the face when the city was attacked by the Japanese in 1592; under the astute leadership of Admiral Yi Sun-shin damage was limited, but still devastating.
Outside Busan's largest museum is a stone "stele of anti-compromise", whose Chinese characters read "All countrymen are hereby warned that anyone who does not fight against the Western barbarians is committing an act of treachery". Little did they know that Korea would eventually be consumed by its closest neighbour – the Japanese annexed the peninsula in 1910 – then fight a bloody civil war, only to be bailed out both times by said barbarians. Busan was at the forefront of the Korean War; indeed, for a time, the city and its surrounding area were the only places left under Allied control, the North Koreans having occupied the peninsula up to what was known as the Pusan Perimeter (Pusan being the correct romanization at the time). At this point, up to four million refugees from elsewhere on the peninsula crowded the city, before General Douglas MacArthur made a bold move at Incheon to reverse the tide of the war.Read More
On the eastern side of Busan, and about 25 minutes away by subway, HAEUNDAE (해운대) is without a doubt the most popular beach in Korea. Whether it's the best or not is open to question – in the summer it draws in families, teens and bronzed beach bums by the bucketload, though at only 2km in length, space here is tighter than a Brazilian's Speedos, while the sand gradually becomes a composite of cigarette butts, firework ash and other debris. Like it or not, it's an interesting place – Haeundae is not just the name of the beach, but also its surrounding area, one that attracts all sorts throughout the year. The Pusan Film Festival, one of the biggest in Asia, rolls into town each October with a cast of directors, actors, wannabes and hangers-on; the super-fit come to splash and dash out a triathlon course each October; hungry Koreans come to chow down on raw fish and throw back a few bottles of soju from the comfort of a plastic chair; affluent expats, trendy locals and the international convention crowd populate the many luxury apartments and five-star hotels, while youngsters come from all over the country to spend a starry night on the beach. If you catch it at the right time, Haeundae can be quite magical.
Busan festivals
Busan festivals
Busan hosts an incredible number of festivals, and many of them are quite incredibly bad – those dedicated to anchovy-rubbing or egg-rolling might sound comical, but they're really not worth the effort. However, there are a number of good ones – the most popular is BIFF, the Busan International Film Festival (whttp://www.biff.kr), which takes place over a week or so each October. One of the biggest such events in Asia, it draws the cream of the continent's talent, and has recently expanded its scope to please non-mainstreamers too. Most of the action takes place around Nampodong and Haeundae, with the latter a great place to star-spot – you could even find yourself pitching ideas to a director over soju. Also interesting are the Busan Biennale (whttp://www.busanbiennale.org), a festival of contemporary art that takes place on even-numbered years, though in seemingly random months, and the International Rock Festival (wrockfestival.co.kr), which takes place in early August on Dadaepo Beach. The Polar Bear Swim Contest sees participants splash through the cold Haeundae waters each January, and is followed by the Straw-Heap Burning Festival, an event that does what it says, ostensibly to ward off evil. Worth mentioning for the name alone is the Mass-Media Cutting-Edge Marine Fireworks Festival, an event that sees things go bang over Gwangalli Beach each November.
Jagalchi fish market
Jagalchi fish market
Every single person in Korea knows about Jagalchi (자갈치 시장), the largest and most popular fish market in the country. It has been used as a set in numerous movies and dramas, and is atmospheric in a wonderfully salty kind of way. Mid-October is the best time to visit, since this is when the Jagalchi festival is held, offering a rare shot at hands-on fish preparation and a whole slew of freebies to munch.
Most of the dishes here will be utterly confusing to the average Westerner; easiest on both brain and palate are the fried slabs of tuna (참치; chamchi) served at the outdoor stalls. The truly brave should make their way to the large indoor market for some raw seafood action. Its ground floor, swimming with seawater, is a truly hectic place full of tanks and baskets and thousands of fish. This is a place for buying, not eating, but whatever you purchase can be prepared (for a fee, of course) by chefs on the restaurant-like upstairs floor; alternatively, you can order a mixed set for around W15,000 per person. Here are few of the items you may well see on your plate, both in Jagalchi and at harbours, beaches and fish markets around the land:
Chamchi 참치 Tuna
Gaebul 개불 Sea worm
Galchi 갈치 Hairtail
Godeungeo 고등어 Mackerel
Gwang-eo 광어 Flatfish
Hoe-deop-bap 회덮밥 Sashimi on rice
Jangeo 장어 Eel
Kijogae 키조개 Pen shell
Meongge 멍게 Sea squirt
Ojingeo 오징어 Squid
Sannakji 산낙지 Baby octopus


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So Vivid Entertainment cut Kendra Wilkinson a check for $680 K for her sex tape with her ex-boyfriend who happens to be an aspiring MMA fighter.
Radar online is reporting that Vivid has their hands on a second sex tape that could be more damaging to her career. So perhaps there might be a sequel. Jeff was in Barnes and Noble yesterday and saw tabloid headlines that said Hank Baskett is moving out of their house as a result of the scandal.


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WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAU) -- The woman convicted of poisoning and stabbing her former boyfriend's dog will spend some time in prison.
22-year-old Sean Janas was given the maximum possible sentence under Wisconsin law, of three-and-a-half years. That breaks down to one-and-a-half years behind bars and two years extended supervision. Since Janas also had theft crimes in other counties, and a previously dismissed charge being read into this sentence, Janas will also have nine additional months of time behind bars to be served consecutively. Janas has been in jail and gets credit for 447 days already served, meaning she will have to go to the state prison for an additional 183 days. She will also have to serve community service when she gets out of prison.
Janas admitted to heroin use and how it affected her, but Judge Greg Grau referred to Janas' diary entries showing she hated Mary, the dog that belonged to her ex-boyfriend Steve Quick. The diary also showed how Janas enjoyed torturing and killing the dog and only showed remorse for how it affected Mr Quick.
Deputy District Attorney Theresa Wetzsteone says the heroin use is not a reason for committing these acts. "There is no justification or excuse for what she did to Mary in this case, and heroin? The tried to use that as justification, and I agree, she was an addict at the time this occurred, but I do not see the connection between the use and what happened to Mary in this case."
Sean Janas must also undergo counseling, drug treatment, and when she is out of prison, she cannot own, house, or train any animals for five years.
Wetzsteone says she has heard from many people that think her sentence should have been even longer, but sentencing guidelines limit what can be done. She also says Janas needs to take advantage of treatment she will get in prison. "These acts and her diary statements she made about the pleasures she received from committing these acts, that's scary, and that she should be scared as well, and I hope that she gets the treatment she needs through this sentence. To make sure there is public protection, I think the court did everything the court could do to ensure that today within the law."


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SIDE EFFECTS: Reactions to the first dose of efalizumab include headache, fever, nausea, and vomiting and are dose-level related, that is, the higher the dose the more likely are reactions. With the currently recommended first dose (0.7 mg/kg), one in three patients will have a reaction.
Efalizumab suppresses the immune system and there have been reports ofinfections including serious infections and infections that worsen despite treatment with antibiotics. It also is possible that this immune-suppressing effect may increase the riskfor tumors. Low platelet counts may occur increasing the risk of bleeding. An immune-mediated anemia due to the destruction of red blood cells also has been reported.
Efalizumab increases the riskfor progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), a rare, serious, progressive disease of the nervous system caused by a virus. PML usually occurs in people with severely weakened immune systems resulting in an irreversible decline in function of the nervous system and death. There is no known effective treatment for PML. Patients receiving efalizumab therapy should be monitored for symptoms that suggest PML. If PML is suspected, efalizumab should be discontinued.
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Golf leagues-Sept. 19, 2013
Crosswoods Ladies Golf League
Nancy Stevens, Dolores Anderson, Maureen Durand, Beryl Roe, Cheryl Fraser, Nancy Giovannetti and RoseAnn Stans won the pink ball-mystery game of the day Wednesday, Sept. 11, with the Crosswoods Ladies League.
Ann Schrupp had a birdie on hole 17. Sandy Melberg had a chip in on hole 18.
The league didn't play Monday, Sept. 9, because of rain.
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NBC Panel Discusses Biden Reality Show: 'The Most Entertaining Man in Politics'
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During a panel discussion on Thursday's NBC Today, co-host Willie Geist touted an online White House petition to get Vice President Joe Biden his own reality show. Panelist and left-wing MSNBC host Alex Wagner raved: "Incredible idea, can I be the cameraman?...he's the most entertaining man in politics."


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Testicular torsion
Testicular torsion is the twisting of the spermatic cord, which cuts off the blood supply to the testicle and surrounding structures within the scrotum.
Alternative Names
Torsion of the testis; Testicular ischemia; Testicular twisting
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Some men may be predisposed to testicular torsion as a result of inadequate connective tissue within the scrotum. However, the condition can result from trauma to the scrotum, particularly if significant swelling occurs. It may also occur after strenuous exercise or may not have an obvious cause.
The condition is more common during infancy (first year of life) and at the beginning of adolescence (puberty).
- Sudden onset of severe pain in one testicle, with or without a previous predisposing event
- Swelling within one side of the scrotum (scrotal swelling)
- Nausea or vomiting
- Light-headedness
Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease:
Signs and tests
- Extremely tender and enlarged testicular region -- more common on the right
- The testicle on the affected side is higher
Surgery is usually required and should be performed as soon as possible after symptoms begin. If surgery is performed within 6 hours, most testicles can be saved.
During surgery, the testicle on the other (non-affected) side is usually also anchored as a preventive measure. This is because the non-affected testicle is at risk of testicular torsion in the future.
Expectations (prognosis)
If the condition is diagnosed quickly and immediately corrected, the testicle may continue to function properly. After 6 hours of torsion (impaired blood flow), the likelihood that the testicle will need to be removed increases. However, even with less than 6 hours of torsion, the testicle may lose its ability to function.
If the blood supply is cut off to the testicle for a prolonged period of time, it may atrophy (shrink) and need to be surgically removed. Atrophy of the testicle may occur days-to-months after the torsion has been corrected. Severe infection of the testicle and scrotum is also possible if the blood flow is restricted for a prolonged period.
Calling your health care provider
Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if testicular torsion symptoms occur.
Use precautions to avoid trauma to the scrotum. Many cases are not preventable.
Turgut AT, Bhatt S, Dogra VS. Acute Painful Scrotum. Ultrasound Clinics. Jan 2008; 3(1).
Ringdahl E. Testicular Torsion. Am Fam Physician. Nov 2006; 74(10): 1739-43.
Wein AJ, ed. Campbell-Walsh Urology. 9th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007.
Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine; Louis S. Liou, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Urology, Department of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.


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Motivation may be the River Hill girls basketball team's biggest strength this weekend when they return to the Retriever Activities Center (RAC) on the University of Maryland, Baltimore County campus for the Class 3A state final four.
The Hawks will face Friendly at 9 p.m. on Thursday night in the semifinals.
River Hill advanced to the title game last season before falling to Aberdeen, 62-48. Led by five senior leaders (Meg Sterling, Vicki Rowe, Jordan Masker, Andrea Nichols and Tyler Triplett), the team is laser focused in finishing what they started a year ago.
"We know the feeling of getting to states and losing. That was probably the worst feeling ever," Rowe said after River Hill won the 3A East regional crown last week. "I really don't want to repeat that. As a senior, I don't have a next year so the team has to finish our business."
The Hawks (22-3) will have a tall task if they want to be the last team standing. They enter the four-team bracket as the smallest in stature without a single player standing six-foot or taller.
Each of the other three squads have at least one six-footer, Damascus had three.
Rowe (5-foot-10) and Masker (5-foot-11) will have to be strong in the post against the taller competition.
Hawks coach Teresa Waters believes that her team is up for the challenge.
"They understand the significance of boxing it. It's crucial," she said. "Height you can't teach but its not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog."
Sterling leads River Hill in scoring with 15.2 points per game to go along with nearly five steals. Juniors Julia and Jenna Collins both add nine points per contest and add six boards per contest. Jenna had a team-high 12 points against Aberdeen.
"The experience of being here will be helpful but we're a different team from last year," Waters said. "The 3A is often times the toughest bracket. We look at this as a great opportunity to be here. We're going to put our shoes on, lace them up and give it everything we've got."
Here is information on the other teams in the 3A final four. The state championship game is scheduled for Saturday, March 9 at 8 p.m.
Last state appearance: 1997
The Patriots of Prince George's County enter Thursday night's semifinals on fire, winning their last 12 games. The team boasts two Division I-bound players in Chayla Lewis (Central Connecticut State) and Janay Carter (Delaware State). Lewis averages 16.5 points and 10.3 rebounds each time out, while Carter (6-foot-1) adds 11.3 points and nearly 10 boards.
"We've played extremely hard through a great conference schedule," Friendly coach Carroll Holmes said. "We're excited for the opportunity to compete for a state title."
River Hill will have to find a way to combat the Patriots' length and prowess on the offensive and defensive glass. Another staple of Prince George's basketball is the transition game. Friendly (20-4) likes to get up-and-down the court quickly, so the Hawks will have to be get on defense to limit fast break opportunities.
Lewis is coming off a 21-point effort against Westlake in the 3A South regional finals where the Patriots outscored their opponent, 22-4, in the first quarter.
"What we know is that great defense and rebounding wins championships," Holmes said. "We like to get up-and-down the floor and allow our defense to generate our offense."


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These Childhood Nature poems are examples of Nature poems about Childhood. These are the best examples of Childhood Nature poems written by international PoetrySoup poets
A giant snowball in springtime
From twenty yards out the sound and smell
Closer now; breathing her numbing scent
Listening to the drowsy hum
of greedy and jealous bees
forced to share her bounty
with Tiger and Zebra Swallowtails
School will be out soon...
Memorizing every branch within reach
Her limbs are just low enough
for a boy to scramble up quickly
fleeing imaginary monsters
still lurking and prowling below
Taking ignorant and blissful advantage
of this daughter of the wild; his protector
His big sister to run to...
Shiny and slippery black bark
that oozes burgundy sap
which dries in animal shapes
Summer twilight is coming
Bats twittering overhead
chasing nasty mosquitoes
A noise echoing from far off
A door slamming maybe...
Tucked safely away in his favorite pew
(Naughty boy, eating during church!)
sampling her forbidden fruit
sweet and sour...half is seed
Thieving Blue Jays get the most
Screaming and scolding arrogantly
yet flying away unpunished
Grannny will make jelly...
Oh everlasting Father, creator of all things
He knows that heaven is far beyond the grasp
of a feeble and fumbling mortal mind
But when You decide to send Your beloved Son
back to rule the earth for one thousand years
If he is judged worthy to be in that count
May one humble servant say if it's like this
that would be just fine...
One moist patch, like dewy grass,
surrounded by a field of weeds,
emerges first and breathes at last,
through openings, the air it needs.
Cut off from, and cut off of;
counting on, and counting in;
from down below, to up above -
A smack on tender, crimson skin.
There is a pulse.
One spring bud, like seedling stems,
surrounded by a garden wall,
is standing out from all of them,
despite the fact, they're just as tall.
And though the bud has not yet grown,
the soil and the water see
more than just the seed they've sewn.
They see the flower it will be.
There is a pulse.
One tall stem, like climbing vines,
surrounded by its petals' plumes,
shares its elegant designs,
and stretches as it blooms.
And when the wind begins to call,
the flower spreads it's pollen 'round.
It falls in love, and loves in fall,
and falling love renews the ground.
There is a pulse.
The sweetest sounds of burning trees
A gentle stroking in the breeze
The calm has lasted past the storm
Cloudy visions, Satan's roar
Too many sights have passed my way
A time found only in the haze
The softest screams are running bare
My aching bones creak as I stare
You walk a distance towards me
The fall's eternal, can't you see?
I'm a memory in your heart
I whisper to you in the dark
The battle's started at the end
No one is coming to repent
The sinners grab their wine from prey
No judgment calling here to stay
The sport is reckless to be told
The one is laughing at his souls
It falters nowhere to be sure
The power grows forevermore
Like a spirit in the wind
I have no say in where you've been
But cross the line to come to me
And pay the price for ecstasy
You walk a distance towards me
The fall's eternal, can't you see?
I'm a memory in your heart
I whisper to you in the dark.
Comes silently
on sorrel moccasins
roosted on tortoiseshell
of root cellar
singing, stumbling
in numb imaginings
lit with half-light
squeezed in jars
of russet and avocado
a cornice of sky
split with laughter
for broken arrowheads
gold and silver among leaves
air billowed white
from lips
soft frail bones
of snowflakes
magically appear
scattering in breath
taken away
into apple night
an orange peel scent
reminds me of grandmother---
my knarled hands
It could have been you
Hiding behind the post
Stretching out your arms
Your tiny face upturned
To the early morning sun
Waving at me softly
While swaying with the breeze
It was only wishful thinking...
But you look so much the same
that I walked a little closer
and nearly called your name
A scent so very subtle
Drifted through the air
Reminding me of the last time
I tied a ribbon in your hair
I picked the wildflower for you
But you're much too far away
Shall wilt before you see it
This one I picked today
Against the velvet petals
You won't get to press your face
But together we will pick the one
That grows up in its place
I'll save this in our special book
Pressed between the pages
And hide it in our secret place
We've known about for ages
The next time that you come again....
You'll know right where to look!
It can be an orchard with peach trees against patches of blue
as they swerve downhill and meet the foaming sea,
see him capture an indelible moment after
moment until he's amazed by that wonder
to have captured a breathtaking view...
which will be eternally frozen in his memory.
A photographer lives what he feels,
wouldn't it be a celebrity on high heels,
or the most gorgeous child cuddling a puppy
that she saw shivering when snow fell in February?
Didn't he anxiously climb that remote, sun-sunken mount rising in the East...
to find tiger cubs suckling from their mother as she watched a flock of sheep?
UNGRATEFUL CHILDREN A parent's lament
with Wings
and Talons
Pounce on the fleetest of hearts
over the
Blood Transfusions
Hospital frights of prematurity
of EMS sirens
HIV trembling tests
Asthma Tents
Breathless Worry atop cloud kissed Trees
Sleepless Nights of bully battles
Struggles with Education's foes
Mad Escapes from Fathers of Violence
The teary wave good bye for fledgling endeavors
Day night day night day night…unending
Land on
Slight Imperfections and Imagined Slights
or the
Shortage of Cash
New Shoes
New Cars
or other
My three trees
When I was a young lad, I lived in a jungle
A jungle of concrete and bricks
We had there but few birds, and yards without flowers
At times it did make me so sick
For I loved the forests all filled with lush growth
That I'd seen in the books I had read
And life there in Peckham it did nothing to me
It seemed to be dull, and quite dead.
And yet in our front yard there lived these three trees
And oh, how I loved them, I did
They filled with lush growth in spring and the summer
And then their rich growth it was hid
Until the next spring it would come back to life
And oh, how I loved to see this
When the sun did shine down on this beautiful foliage
My young heart was filled with such bliss.
Then one day in winter my father chopped down
These wonderful trees I did love
I cried, and I cried, and I sent all my anger
It must have reached Heaven above
For when the spring came those stumps they were loaded
With wonderful Foliage again
Those trees they lived on and I was delighted
That my dad tried to kill them in vain.
11 June 2014 @ 1155hrs.
part 1
We bend low under over-hanging branches
lit by reflected river-light gently shifting.
Our boots suck the muddy bank.
We wade into clear water
the dappled up-light playing
on our serious faces.
Intent on our task
hands plunge.
Cold-shocked I gasp.
You hold your jar steady.
I scoop mine.
Triumphant in a shower of icy prisms
we hold our prizes aloft,
laughing and shouting,
water streaming down our arms,
jars teeming with tadpoles.
Faces pressed close
to these underwater worlds,
we stand transfixed.
Each reflects a small disc
of sparkling sky.
part 2
April trees rake scudding clouds.
Far away farm dogs bark
at wind-snatched shouts
of bird-nesting boys.
Somewhere, a cuckoo calls.
In the back garden
a blackbird stakes out his territory.
Ignoring him the cat purrs,
yawning in the sun.
While unnoticed
on the garden table
beside a upturned jar,
a sprinkling
of flattened tadpoles
drying in the sun.
The bored cat
saunters by,
her tail held high
in the shape
of a question mark.


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Eating The Road covers every imaginable aspect of getting your money's worth.
A post from "ETR" at Eating The Road -- "The All-Inclusive All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Guide" -- arrived with perfect timing, as a new Chinese buffet has opened in town.
Sick of turkey leftovers, we tried it out last night -- using a few of ETR's best tips for getting our money's worth. Why didn't we try them all? ETR says his tips are "the best, quickest way to find yourself in a motorized cart."
- Bing: Best buffet restaurants
Here are a few snippets from his post -- the most comprehensive and entertaining guide to all-you-can-eat buffet dining we've ever come across:
Types of buffets available, both good and bad. The best bet is the ethnic buffet, in particular the Brazilian (churrascaria) dinner.
Objectives. Have one. Essentially, are you there to stuff your face or try different types of cooking?
Prep, including the essential question of what to eat in the one or two meals preceding your pig-out. To prepare for a dinner buffet, eat lots of veggies and bread at dinner the night before, then a sugary breakfast and no food after that -- but drink plenty of water -- until it's chow-down time. He also addresses what to wear and when to eat -- not during off hours as the food will be stale -- and how to entertain yourself while you're chowing down. Sudoku, perhaps, or like-minded dining companions (no dieters allowed). For obvious reasons, pick a regular table, not a booth.
Pre-dining setup. Try to pay in advance. Accumulate the dressings, sauces and utensils you'll need, plus your drink (water, hot tea, or a tiny bit of soda).
Scout and serve. Do a complete walk-through, then serve yourself the must-have (including priciest) items that just arrived from the kitchen. Small amounts only, he advises, because you can get more of your favorites when you return to the line again and again. And although it seems counterintuitive, don't stack food in huge piles. That risks a cross-contamination of flavors. ETR says, "Take as many plates as you need; skilled diners can fill three or more in one trip."
The most important point in this section seems to be what NOT to eat -- breads, unless they're something special; the same rule applies to soups. "There is never a need to eat steamed rice (shrimp fried rice in small amounts is acceptable), dinner rolls or the like; this is completely unacceptable," the master writes.
Also, he addresses the hugely important question of whether it's OK to jump ahead in line: "It is acceptable to go around slow diners as long as there is room on the other side and you will not be needing to reach back toward the skipped individual." That's good to know -- you don't want to be rude.
Etiquette. Among the many tips here are: Don't use the same serving spoon in two items, don't eat until you're seated at your table (not even finger foods), don't talk on your cell phone, and make sure you tip -- $1 for each hour per diner is recommended.
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AUGUSTA COUNTY -- On March 2nd, 16-year-old Jennifer Romero disappeared. Police found her with 22-year-old Leonel Alvaro Sis-Toj, a man she met on Facebook. Sis-Toj from Arlington is charged for contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
Jennifer was reluctant to say much of anything in an exclusive interview with a WHSV reporter. Ronald Flores, her step father said she was in a very bad situation, but last night he got the best call he's ever received.
"Guys my age, don't make the mistake that I made. Later you will find out that it's a bad decision. It's hard," said Jennifer.
Jennifer Romero planned to run away with the help of Sis-Toj after a family argument. He was a Facebook boyfriend she met only weeks prior. He came from Arlington to pick her up, but once she got to his apartment, she realized he only lived in one bedroom of it. She had second thoughts.
"It was not what she was expecting. It was something she recognized was a mistake. She apologized to her mom," said Flores.
Jennifer was scared and didn't have a way to get home. Investigators are still trying to figure out why Sis-Toj wouldn't bring her back. They said he didn't do anything to her, but seemed to be infatuated with her.
"She is still emotionally affected from what happened. We're probably going to put through some counseling to help her. She's not the same girl who left."
Investigators tracked Jennifer down after she made brief calls to her family and friends during the weekend.
The Augusta County Sheriff's Office said this case is an example of the dangers of social media. Having lived through this situation, Jennifer couldn't agree more and had a message to the people who were thinking of her.
"I apologize to all the people that were worried about me," said Jennifer.
Jennifer could face charges because of the challenging investigation. She knows she did something wrong, but that doesn't matter to her family. She said she'll learn from this experience.
There are no connections between Sis-Toj and another man police arrested while investigating the case. Police say Mynor Franco-Depaz played no part in Jennifer's disappearance. Investigators will speak to the Commonwealth's attorney on his behalf.
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This is old news. http://www.miamiherald.com/2012/11/10/3091444/no-west-concession-partial-recount.html
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My understanding is that the 274,713 number is simply a multiplications of the number of registered voters by the 141% number on the computer generated report. It is NOT the actual vote count.
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While I certainly think there should be every effort to make sure the count is right, I am hearing that the 141% figure is part of a computer generated report, not the actual vote count. The program that generated the report most likely did not allow for the difference between ballot cards and voters -- counting each ballot card as a voter. The voters in St. Luce had 2 ballot cards. The second card was mostly amendments, so some voters may not have bothered with the second card.
You did nothing of the sort. The Tax Policy Center has Reagan people in it. They have a pretty good idea of tax policy and how it affects the economy. You're analysis assumes that reducing a 70% tax rate is the same as reducing a 30% tax rate. Or in Romney's case, a 14% tax rate. They are not the same. There is a rate of diminishing returns. You are asking me to choose between the non-partisan Tax Policy Center along with Ronald Reagan senior economic adviser Bruce Bartlett on the one hand, or you on the other. Guess what I'm going to do?
You read Bruce Bartlett's article in a whole 4 minutes and really soaked it in didn't you? You have to analyze where you are on the bell shaped curve. There is a big difference in Ronald Reagan cutting 70% tax rates and doing what Romney is proposing.
Oh excuse me Tinsldr2: I should have mentioned that I was quoting Ronald Reagan senior economic adviser Bruce Bartlett -- who knows a thing or two about the Laffer curve. Paragraphs 15 and 16 http://economix.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/08/21/exploring-mitt-romneys-taxes-and-tax-plan/
Romney would preserve provisions of the tax code most responsible for millionaires like himself paying tax rates considerably lower than those with a fraction of his income. The Tax Policy Center said that Romney's numbers don't add up. Either he will greatly increase the deficit or he will have to raise taxes on the middle class to maintain revenue neutrality. Even if every deduction, exclusion and credit for the wealthy was abolished, their taxes would still go down under Romney's plan. http://www.taxpolicycenter.org/publications/url.cfm?ID=1001628
What a bunch of clowns. The tax cuts cost $5 trillion dollars. That's all Obama said. Romney says he'll magically offset that. How? He'll let you know later. This is not serious debate.
So Willard plans to offset the $5 trillion dollars in tax cuts by eliminating "loopholes" and "deductions." In other words the tax cuts cost $5 trillion dollars as Obama says. Thanks for clearing that up Guy. I also appreciate Romney informing me that he will address the specific "loopholes" and "deductions" he will eliminate next January. Shows real "leadership."
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I like it when Mitt played up his universal coverage in Massachusetts. And I really like the one where he promises tax cuts but won't raise the deficit.


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In the mood for some sliced and laidback funk. I did this track about a month ago, and I was wondering at the time under which name it should be released. I felt like it was not really fair to call it an original when the sample is that obvious. It's not an edit though, as I have sliced the original too much, and added some synths and drums. The rework term pretty much fits the idea. I know there is a debate around those names but at the end who really cares.
Talking of rework and re-edit, you guys should definitely listen to Massimo Berardi's work. Don't know much about the guy behind it, but he released some outstanding material, re-pumping some classic funk, making many of them playable in a club set but yet subtle and classy.


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Rated 4.1 out of 5 by 460 reviewers.
Rated 5 out of 5 by PJ5562 Beautiful Resort Staff very friendly and polite. Love the resort. Beautiful landscape. June 22, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by Kiara20 Anniversary stay The room was good partial view of ocean and mountain view was good The cliff dive bar and pool area was good no complaints. The Link lounge was nice evening cocktail and dessert staff was outstanding. But The Black Rock restaurant was horrible ,the food was cold tasteless and I had to ask for refills and the worst part I paid top dollar for this.I would eat at a fast food place before I would ever think of eating in this place again. May 28, 2014
Rated 2 out of 5 by WolfiesGirl Who sleeps in double beds? overpriced stay Three of us stayed in the room.. The beds were double beds. It was extremely uncomfortable to sleep two adults in double beds especially not as husband/wife. Food was extremely overpriced. I had two slices of french toast for $21, I realize food has to be shipped in. However, I just had french toast at my favorite restaurant at home. I received 6 slices of french toast with blueberries and whip cream for $8. Two waitstaff were extremely rude but other staff went out of their way to make our stay extremely pleasant. Erin at the kiddie poolside bar was awesome. September 2, 2013
Rated 4 out of 5 by Naren53 Rooms We checked in on 02/20/2014. Nice courteous Sheraton personal upgraded my room to ocean view. Room had mold in the bathroom around tub. We went back to lobby another courteous staff member transfer us to 3422. which had big puddle, we thought it is not big deal it may be cleaning lady. so , we placed few towels. Next day morning we saw the puddle again. We knew it has to have plumbing problem underneath the floor. we notify the front desk. I hope they check their property prior to assigning the room to guest. Over all staff was extremely courteous. February 23, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by CanadianKevinBacon Some Pros Some Cons The hotel is in a great location and has a beautiful pool area with the beach just steps away. It's a public beach, which is a good thing, because it enables you to take long walks/runs past the other hotels. The rooms were comfortable and nothing was better than being able to open your balcony door and fall asleep to the sound of the crashing waves. My main criticism is that it feels like they nickel and dime you for everything. There's a daily "hotel fee" that you pay but never feel like you get anything for. You only get 24 hours of free wifi before you have to pay for that as well. In addition, they charge you an exorbinant amount for the breakfast buffet, which should at least in theory be covered by the "hotel fee." My advice: be more forthright with your charges, please. April 28, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by MatMarDE Great Hotel with and excellent staff For our Honeymoon this hotel met all expectations. would definitely go back!!! April 3, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5 by Duke27 Not too impressed for the price! Too expensive for what you don't get.... Front desk staff was unprofessional and rude. Our first room was a honeymoon upgrade, right next to the elevator which was very loud - constant thuds on the wall and dinging. After two nights of little to no sleep we expected to be moved. Long story short and 4 short vacation hours waiting...waiting and waiting to finally go back to the front desk and ask, to then be treated as if we were the problem, we were moved to a room that wasn't very cleanly and needed a lot of 'maintenance'. But we dealt with the ants all over the bathroom, two burnt out light bulbs, a shower that wouldn't drain and no 'upgrade'. Very disappointing... We expected more and a higher standard for the money we paid to stay. January 24, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by billie2 great ocean views Our stay did not start off well, Irene at registration was rude & gave us a hard time about our reservations, we had to call our travel agent to sort it out. Next morning Evelyn J. took problem over and straightened everything out.; Changed our room and made sure we were satisfied. Evelyn is our hero. Recommend her highly. Restaurant prices very expensive. June 2, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by Wendyk Great Stay! This hotel is in a great location on Ka'anapali Beach! We had a wonderful stay here. The hotel front desk staff was excellent! We had an issue with needing an ADA room with a wheel in shower for my parents, and they upgraded them to make sure they got the correct room. June 9, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by RKSH Beautiful Beach We enjoyed our stay at the Sheraton in Maui very much. The concierge was very helpful to our granddaughters and the beach was fabulous. It was perfect for snorkeling. June 13, 2014
Rated 2 out of 5 by BrendaH Sad Lack of Service I have stayed at this hotel now three times and have to say that the level of service now is absolutely terrible. The first thing you get to experience is waiting over a half an hour just to check in. Then the sad state of the rooms with broken light switches and telephones. Please do not try and call down to the front desk or even the operator as there are times of the day and evening when nobody answers. That brings me to dining...although we had a couple of terrific waiter/waitresses, I couldn't not believe it when I asked someone that was just standing around doing nothing for some kechup. He got it for me and then proceeded to complain to a coworker about it. Management needs to take a good hard look at this place and make some changes soon. November 7, 2011
Rated 4 out of 5 by Sigmund49 Friendly, but hard to overcome an aging facility Gets a recommend, but not with enthusiasm. We were surprised that while the claim was made that this facility was updated, our room was really quite ordinary. Nice view but old shower fixtures, no fan in the bathroom, mildew forming on the bath/shower tiles. Some outlets did not work but power strip on desk was appreciated for device charging. The ocean view was great and the staff tried hard, but I was not pleased with the value of the room. WIFI access did not work, required help-line intervention to get the access. January 23, 2013
Rated 4 out of 5 by jtereba Great hotel for families Overall, I think this is a great hotel for families. It's within walking distance to a lot of restaurants and shops, and the shuttle into Lahaina is very convenient. They even have umbrella strollers that you can borrow, which were really useful. My kids (3 and 1) loved the pool! It's set up like river with a small waterslide in the middle. That kept them very engaged. Both of my kids loved the slide. One challenge we had though was that it seemed as though housekeeping was on the same schedule to clean our room as our kids's nap schedule, so we missed a couple days of room cleaning. Also, it seemed as if every other room allowed smoking on their balconies. That was irritating because our neighbor smoked, and it forced us to keep stay off our balcony while they were out there. February 10, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Philifish Location is best in Maui With a sandy beach for swimming, Blabk Rock for snorkeling or swimming with turtles, a sunset view of divers from the rock....Sheraton is a perfect location. pools are delightful. Pool Bar has great MaiTais. Servive everywhere, particularly at services poolside amazing. May 28, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Smokey45 We miss our Westin villa! Having no kitchen facilities is a drawback for us. Always eating out gets a bit tiresome and certainly expensive. We knew this upfront and are not complaining. Now that we have moved to our Westin Villas North, we are happy to get some home cookin! We loved snorkeling Black Rock. Big Mac in the breakfast restaurant is a delight; don't let him go. May 18, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by KKCHawaii Business golf trip It's always great to know that when you stay at one of the SPG properties the consistency and value is one you can count on. I always love the beds. June 2, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Edw2014 Great hotel and location My wife and I stayed at the Sheraton in May 2014 and had a wonderful time. We had stayed in Kaanapli Beach many times but never in the Sheraton. The room was spacious, comfortable and well equipped. Daily maid service was provided and our maid was exceptional. Highly recommend this hotel. May 22, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by SusanVT Had a very bad experience at this hotel. We rented a car while we were in Maui, and parked in the hotel parking lot. The first full day we were there, someone broke our sideview mirror. We immediately reported it to the hotel, talked to an assistant manager, who called security. The security guard was very rude, basically said we park there at our own risk, and treated us like criminals. The next day we called the head manager, left a message for him to call us. Two assistant managers returned our call, and the head of security, but NEVER did we hear from the head manager. Sorry was all that we basically got. No signs or disclaimers are posted anywhere saying that you park at our own risk. Hotel was in a beautiful location, pool was beautiful, beach was beautiful, hotel was just okay, and rooms were just okay, needs to be upgraded. November 10, 2013
Rated 4 out of 5 by 55chevy Room furniture The sofa and chairs in the room are very uncomfortable and old. Need to be changed. Some light switches are worn out and need replaced. Bathroom tissue low quality for this type of hotel. Facility needs some definite upgrading which we were told is planned. May 22, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by SPG1 Relaxing atmosphere and great l;oation The hotel is located on a great snorkelling beach so there is no need to take a boat or raft to go snorkelling - you can go whenever and for however long you want. The sprawling grounds and meandering pools facilitate a relaxed atmosphere; there is no hustle and bustle as assoicated with high-rise resorts. The working level staff is great and immediately responds to any issues. Platinum guests receive 2 free drinks (no limitation on choices) as well as free bottled water among other benefits. February 12, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by Spring72 Sheraton Maui We loved the grounds, the pool, the beach and all the amenities that went with those facilities. We also loved the view from our room. The room itself was adequate. The big problem was the bathroom. It was clean but extremely outdated. It had a toilet a tub/shower, and a plain sink. A sink that looked like it was left over from the 50's. We were paying 2014 prices for a 1950's bathroom. Most of the staff tried very hard and were extremely pleasant, the exception being the check in/check out desk. They were polite and smiled but the attitude was one of take or leave it, this is the way it is, they certainly did not go the extra mile like the rest of the staff. The breakfast buffet was very good and the restaurant was run very efficiently. A very big problem and inconvenience was the computer area used to print boarding passes. It had a printer that looked like it was the original printer HP ever produced. In addition it was low on ink, and completely failed to print our passes. This caused us great concern and when we were told there was no IT manager on duty we were very upset. Fortunately for us there was a very kind restaurant manager who knew how to email the passes to her email account and then print them from her printer. She was a great help who was also kind and courteous. In this era of computers this is totally unacceptable. Everything being said (bathroom, computer, check in/check out staff) we did enjoy our stay.All of the other factors were more the enough to sway the tide. June 8, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by alohagirl beautiful location This hotel has the best location on the island. The pool is fabulous. The room was great. Food was good, but pricey. Waitressing service at pool, lacking, and drinks were not done well. Snorkeling at the black is wonderful! Had a great stay! May 22, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by BlackRockFan Wonderful Stay! We've been coming here for more than 15 years. At first we were put in a very tiny and dark room on the first floor building 4, but Ivy and Grace were very helpful and they moved us to a brighter and larger room in bldg 3. Overall, the hotel was much like we always remembered it! Black Rock is a wonderful and serene place. The only recommendation we have is that we noticed the carpet in the hallways in bldg 3 and 4 is showing some wear. We hope to return in the next year! February 21, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by Windy07 This hotel needs some updating First stayed here in 1985 and don't really feel it has been modernized much since then. Our room was situated pretty much in a wind tunnel so using the outsides patios pretty much impossible. Asked to change it but told only similar rooms would be a $25 upcharge per night plus be another 3 days. Opted to just stay put. Staff friendly but will likely look for a different hotel next time. April 28, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by Pete Disneyland Pretty decent snorkeling around black rock but that's about all the positives going for this hotel. The hotel itself is a huge resort for the masses. Pools are busy as well as the beach with many people coming for the black rock. The buffet breakfast is really not worth the money. Also, a lot is explained during the check in but how about maybe giving some kind of summary of things on paper and not relying on the guests to actually memorize everything. I mentioned that breakfast and few other things were below the standards of other Sheraton hotels I've stayed and the only answer was that different resorts have different standards/policies/selection. I understand that but hint hint; you're not quite meeting the standards of the others. We had good time in Maui but next time we'll be looking for smaller and more personal place to stay. March 3, 2014
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Hello guys! For those who remember few weeks ago I've posted a WIP (here: http://www.conceptart.org/forums/sho...ece?highlight=) but it raised many (valid) objections. Soooooo, here is a different version, what do you think? Obviously it's very rough so far but the general idea is here so any advices in order to improve it are welcome.
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I think the narrative is more effective now. It's clear that she's shocked and confused by what she's found.
I'm still curious as to where this is and how she found it, and the upper left quadrant of the image is very bare. Perhaps you can add some narrative clues that also give us something to look at and tie the compositional elements together. Think about what the composition needs and then think about what could fit that need and add another piece to the puzzle that is your narrative.
Another option would be to crop the left side off and make it a vertical piece.
You might want to consider using a Dutch angle where you rotate the whole image like 10 degrees, like the camera we're looking through is on a tilt. I don't personally like that style, but it can help give the viewer the feeling that something is 'off' here, increasing psychological tension in the mood.
I would really like to see some hands a little closer to her, maybe even on her, trying to drag her down. That would help the composition by leading us to her via the arms and make it feel more active, like the arms are a real threat to her and she needs to wake up from the shock and get out of there before they pull her in.
Also, push the values on the figure. There should be a strong core shadow between the light from the lamp and any reflected/atmospheric light that would be coming from the right.
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Ok, I've worked a bit on it. Esentially on value.
@Dierat: I agree about the upper left side emptiness and I plan to work about it. The tilted idea seems good to me too. I will probably integrate tis in the final step.
What do you think so far?
Hum... seems this thread doesn't interest a lot people but whatever, I'm stubborn.
I wasn't satisfied by the results I had so far and colors are always hard to handle for me, especially when everything else is not right. Soooo, I'm back to my salvation modus operandi and went to grayscale. Any thought?
Is that with the tilt? It's a little hard to tell. I would do a bunch of variations with different levels of rotation to find out which looks best. I googled for dutch angle images to see how it's usually done, and some of them are quite extreme with good results.
Also try rotating it the other way. If the hands were up and the girl were done, I think they would make them seem even more threatening. The more you rotate her up, the more safe and empowered she will appear.
And maybe move that lamp to the left a little. As the brightest element in the scene, it's going to attract a lot of attention, but moving it further off-center might help alleviate that.
This is a bit of a nitpick but I don't get the shadow on the left side of the lamp. If that's being cast by the metal strip on the left side of the lamp, wouldn't that shadow be cast directly left of the lamp (rather than left and back)?
Great work on the face btw; her eyes look really freaked out
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I've decided to move further in the details and give space around here in order to make the tilting modification at the end if necessary. I'm still unsure about the best composition (yeah, I know thumbnails :-) ). I've mirored the image and, I don't know, seems to work better for my eyes. I'm struggling with the door now, I haven't been able to give it any kind of likeness so far.
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