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Married parents, household activities, and childcare
May 09, 2008
Married mothers employed full time are more likely to do household activities and provide childcare on an average day than are married fathers employed full time.
In households with children under 18, married mothers who were employed full time were more likely to do household activities--such as housework, cooking, or lawn care--on an average day in 2003-06 than were fathers who were employed full time (89 versus 64 percent).
Among full-time workers who are parents of children under 18, married mothers were more likely to provide childcare to household children than were married fathers. On an average day, 71 percent of these mothers and 54 percent of these fathers spent time caring for and helping household children.
The data in this report are from the American Time Use Survey program. To learn more, see "Married Parents' Use Of Time, 2003-06," news release USDL 08-0619.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, The Editor's Desk, Married parents, household activities, and childcare on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2008/may/wk1/art05.htm (visited September 19, 2014).
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This edition of Spotlight on Statistics examines labor productivity trends from 2000 through 2010 for selected industries and sectors within the nonfarm business sector of the U.S. economy. Read more »

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|The Hydrogen Peroxide (H2O2) molicule
"What the frick? Seriously?"
a short story by Bishop
That's what I said to the checkout-lady at the grocery store this afternoon when I tried buying hydrogen peroxide.
Things were going smooth at first. I had a cart that didn't have a crooked, jank-ass, wheel. I wasn't solicited by any other vendors on the way in. The line was suprisingly short, and the attendent seemed conversational.
"Come on, women ... get that check processed" was going through my mind at the checkout line. "What's that smell?" Ugh.
I'm ready to the get through the line and on with my day. All I had was a couple items like milk, some bread and some hydrogen peroxide. If there was anything I learned from scouts, it's to always to be prepared, right?
Well, as the peroxide gets scanned, the computer raised a red flag. It may as well have just set off a fire alarm and activated the damned sprinklers because it was just as flippin' dramatic.
The attendent was just as surprised as I was. At first I thought she would look at me, and the face of "you've gotta be kidding me" clearly being displayed, and bypass the system with her b-day like any other sensible clerk would do. Nope! She requested my ID anyways.
I should have refused. I should have made a huge friggin' deal and asked where is the law that states I have to show ID to purchase a legal and hygenic staple. Get your manager to show me the store's policy!
But I didn't. I simply was made some sarcastic smirks and handed over my ID.
"You know, I've also gotten carded for buying magic markers," I said.
"Yeah, I think they just don't want anyone to do anything bad with this ... like make something," she replies.
I looked at her and around the store and said I could make a ton of really bad things with the stuff at this store. Whey not just card me for all that stuff?
"Do you card for condoms?"
She said she doesn't think so. Nor do they card for prego-tests, she said.
Anyways. The point is ... hydrogen peroxide now joins the list of other terror implements, like magic markers, super-glue, drano, and spray paint. And quite frankly, I thinks it's absolute busch-league-psych-out-stuff. Serisouly. What the frick?
[Disclaimer: above and beyond all of this, card for alcohol and smokes ... I just know to have my ID ready when making those purchases ... kids, don't smoke! and convenience store clerks ... don't be a scumbag ... card the hell outta those kids!].


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Martha Bradford (Nancy Gates) was blissfully unaware that her husband Joe (Bruce Cowling) is leading a double life until she meets a woman named Rita (Doris Singleton), who insists that she is Mrs. Joe Bradford. Soon afterward, Joe is found murdered, and Rita's fingerprints are found at the scene. The dilemma facing Perry Mason (Raymond Burr): did his client Martha kill Joe, or is Wife Number Two the guilty party--or neither of the above? This episode is based on a 1944 novel byPerry Mason creator Erle Stanley Gardner.


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Northwood Police are investigating after a woman was found dead in a motel on Oregon Road Tuesday afternoon.
Police say the woman was found dead in a room at the America's Best Value Inn early Tuesday afternoon. The woman was in her 30's, and appears to have died of natural causes, according to Northwood Police.
Police are sending the woman's body to the Wood County Coroner's Office for an autopsy in order to determine exactly how she died.
A man who was with the woman was taken to the Northwood Police Department for questioning.
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November 2013 – March 2014
As part of the Legal Assistance for Crime Victims: An OVC Capacity Building Initiative, OVC TTAC and the National Crime Victim Law Institute are working collaboratively to expand the availability of pro bono and no-cost legal assistance for victims of crime nationally. Part of that collaboration includes developing and delivering a series of webinar trainings.
This training will focus on the different justice systems that a human trafficking victim may be involved in and how to best serve victims who may be navigating various systems.
For more information and to register: http://law.lclark.edu/live/events/18706-intersections-of-civil-criminal-and-administrative
The LPOR Legal Seminar will:
- Explain how the protective order registry works.
- Explain the appropriate use of the mandatory order forms.
- Identify and discuss state and federal statutes related to court protections for those affected by domestic abuse and dating violence.
- Disseminate the updated v.7 version of the Guide to the LPOR, the standardized forms, and the related interactive software.
CLEs will be provided.
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It was a familiar feeling, one I can easily conjure up in my mind. Not until I was leaving did I realize how long it's actually been that the four of us where together in the same house. What was it, 1995? Was I married back then? Did Dani have to wear a bra back then? Did Kim have kids? Was I battling gray hair?
My sister, my mother, my cousin and I sat drinking sprite infused juice (cough) while taking copious amounts of photos... Read more


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The 4xLP box set reissue of Come On Die Young is in stores as of today (4th August) via Chemikal Underground. The deluxe edition of 'Come On Die Young' has been painstakingly put together by the band and label, unearthing more than an hour of bonus material ...
We are playing at KOKO London on July 29th to raise money for charity in remembrance of our friend Julia Brightly. We will be joined by The Twilight Sad along with DJ sets from Fuck Buttons and Daveid Phillips. For further information click here. ARTIST: Mogwai SUPPORT: The Twilight Sad ...
The line-up for the Richmond Park show in Glasgow has been announced with bands including Fuck Buttons, James Holden, The Wedding Present, Young Fathers, Swervedriver & Holy Mountain. Tickets and info: http://www.eastendsocial.com/event/the-last-big-weekend-mogwai/
We've announced some new UK tour dates for October. Ticket links below: 21st October - Aberdeen Music Hall - http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/Mogwai-tickets/artist/795768 24th October - Camp & Furnace (part of Liverpool Music Week) - http://www.seetickets.com/tour/liverpool-music-week-2014 25th October - Simple ...
We're play PITCHFORK MUSIC FESTIVAL PARIS alongside Belle and Sebastian, Caribou, Future Islands, MØ and many others artists TBA. For further information and ticket details check the following link: http://pitchforkmusicfestival.fr/
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We're pleased to be able to announce details of the forthcoming re-issue of our 1999 album Come On Die Young. The repackaged edition will be released on June 16th via Chemikal Underground? on 4xLP box set, 2xCD and digital download. The reissue package will be available to pre-order via Chemikal ...


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110 S. First Street- 936-632-6400
Abrams rich history in downtown Lufkin is unique. Built in 1905, the lovely interior boasts restored brick walls, soaring ceilings and beautiful chandeliers. This beautiful downtown venue will accommodate up to 275 guests depending on the preferred setup. The food preparation room with refrigerator and three compartment sink make it easy to cater and entertain guests. Venue rental includes (12 ) 60 inch round tables, ( 5 ) 6 ft. banquet tables and (100) mahogany garden chairs.
205 N. Foruth Street — 936-632-6400
Behannons Fourth Street Warehouse is a charming brick warehouse located at 205 N. Fourth Street. The fun and casual atmosphere makes it a popular choice for parties, reunions, and gatherings of all kinds. Behannons can accommodate up to 300 guests. Rental of the venue includes tables and seating for 100 guests.
3211 S. First Street — 936-634-3481
With its boutique-like features, as well as close proximity to many area attractions, this is the perfect choice for business and leisure travelers alike. Free high speed internet is accessible along with a 24 hr. Fitness Center, 24 hr. Guest Laundry and 24 hr. Business Center. Facilities include a conference room to accommodate 10-40 guests on site. Luxurious 2- room suites are available along with a Honeymoon Suite with heart shaped whirlpool tub that offers extra privacy for a romantic getaway.
4402 S. First Street — 936- 632-4949
Located in the heart of the East Texas Piney Woods, the Comfort Suites® hotel is just minutes from downtown Lufkin and many area attractions. Be sure to relax in the large indoor heated pool and hot tub, or workout in the exercise room. Facilities include a conference room that seats 8; private meeting room seats 25.
2130 South 1st Street — 936-632-0777
On site restaurant: The Bistro, featuring delicious food and beverage options, including Starbucks Coffee along with a full bar. Centrally located to all area businesses, attractions, and Historic Lufkin. High-speed Internet in Guest rooms, Public areas and Meeting rooms. Facilities include Lone Star Room, 1,752 sq. ft. holds up to 200 people; Bluebonnet Room, 1090 sq. ft. holds up to 120 people.
900 Crown Colony Dr 936 — 637-8820
Situated in some of the most beautiful forest country of East Texas, Crown Colony Country Club offers the finest facilities for dining and entertaining in the Lufkin area. Wedding Receptions, Rehearsal Dinners and Anniversary Parties are handled from start to finish. Everything from tables and chairs to linens and silverware are provided and there are no additional charges for the set up and clean up of your party. Our variety of private rooms is perfect for business meetings as well as class and family reunions. We look forward to serving you!
124 Cotton Square 936-632-6400
The Glenrock is conveniently located at 124 Cotton Square. This stylish unique building features the remaining brick walls from the Glenrock Saloon, originally built in 1909. This venue could easily accommodate small intimate gatherings of 125 guests or less. Rental of the venue includes tables and seating for 100 guests.
416 S. First 936-632-1616
This new venue specializes in large parties such as wedding receptions, reunions, quinceaneras, anniversary parties and more. Can accommodate 400+.
4404 S. First Street — 936-699-2500
Recognize us by the gorgeous outdoor fountain and rich touches of white marble and imported Italian tile. Are you planning a meeting? Wedding? Family reunion? Little League game? Let us help you with our easy booking and rooming list management tools. We offer a business center with copy and fax services. Facilities include: Executive Conference room seats 8, Meeting room seats 80 banquet style & 100 theater style.
4404 S. First Street — 936-699-300
Business, or in need of a break from the stress of life? Surrounded by the lush forests of Eastern Texas, where parks and lakes abound to help you escape into nature. Our hotel's on-site meeting room, business center and free high-speed Internet access will keep you updated with others while you travel. Facilities include: One large conference room that can accommodate up to 30 people and one small meeting room can hold up to 12.
Hwy 59, 2 mile north of Diboll — 936-829-4040
Available for parties, receptions, weddings, anniversaries, proms, business conferences and other events. This beautiful facility has 3,000 sq .ft. with large windows, two fireplaces, nice restrooms, kitchen (no stove) sound system and large screen TV. The basic rental fee includes tables, chairs and kitchen facilities. It is located 2 miles north of Diboll and approximately 6 miles south of Lufkin on HWY 59.
2119 South First Street — 936-634-335
Stay here for horse shows, church conventions, baseball tournaments, the Purgatory Bike Ride, Texas Forest Festival, Angelina Benefit Rodeo, Downtown Hoedown, and the Neches River Rendezvous. If you are visiting the La Quinta Inn-Lufkin just to relax, lounge on the pine shaded deck around our sparkling outdoor Swimming Pool. Our courteous staff promises an enjoyable stay in spacious rooms filled with amenities. A meeting room on site that seats 20.
104 West Shepherd — 936-632-6400
The Lodge is our premier downtown venue located at 104 West Shepherd. This facility is a popular choice for weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, or elegant parties. The Lodge can accommodate up to 200 guests. Rental of the venue includes tables and seating for 100 guests.
601 Dennis — 936-829-4888
As one of the most modern best equipped civic centers in East Texas, the Lottie and Arthur Temple Civic Center offers a main Auditorium with 5,425 square feet of carpeted floor space.
A banquet room setup for 500 guest or theater seating for more than 700. A state-of-the-art sound system with direct wired mikes (hand-held and lapel type) A 16X20 foot retractable video projection screen to complete your sound and sight requirements, a large kitchen equipped with warming cabinets, a large refrigerator, commercial dishwasher, dishes, silverware, commercial coffee/tea pot, and large ice maker.
503 N. Second Street — 936-639-4434
Our facility (excluding the galleries) is available for rental and is the perfect location for your wedding, reception, corporate meeting, party, or any other special event in your life. With a full kitchen available for catering and a beautiful setting, why don't you plan your next big event at the Museum of East Texas?
601 N. Second Street — 936-633-0279
The Lufkin Civic Center provides a meeting place for a variety of gatherings with 16,000 qu.ft. of exhibit space. Our facility is able to offer customers a wide variety of set-up choices, while providing specific equipment at no extra charge. Providing this service to our customers is just one of the areas that sets us apart from other rental facilities, and our staff is available at all times during your special Event. Mission Statement: To provide a safe, beneficial, and enjoyable Facility for Special Events and Concerts for all Citizens, Tourists, and Visitors of Lufkin.
4306 S. First Street — 936-639-3333
Business travelers will appreciate access to modern conveniences like copy and fax services. Our meeting/banquet room can accommodate up to 80 people for most business or social functions. Ask about our rooms that have whirlpool bathtubs, wet bars and kitchen facilities. Handicap accessible, non-smoking and connecting rooms can be requested. The Quality Inn & Suites hotel is the perfect place to stay during your visit to Lufkin. We offer countless amenities at affordable prices. Make a reservation with us today.


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Where You've Seen Her: This Canadian bombshell first caught our attention on FOX's 24 in 2006, and again the following year with a cameo on the popular NBC series Heroes. While her silver screen roles are equally impressive - including turns in notable flicks like Quantum of Solace and Big Sur - it's her starring role on ABC's Castle that's really turned us into fans. Tune in Monday nights to see her playing the sexy Kate Beckett, a cop we wouldn't mind being frisked by.
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Free 5-slot Mumble servers from myMumble.com
NationVoice has finally entered the Mumble market. They are stirring up the Mumble scene by offering free lifetime Mumble servers. Check out the official press release.
myMumble.com announces its grand opening. myMumble, a subsidiary of voice communications industry leader NationVoice Communications, is the new and upcoming provider of Mumble voice servers.
Mumble is a voice chat software that enables groups of users to talk to one another similar to programs like Skype, Ventrilo, and TeamSpeak. Mumble was designed to run on any operating system and be a low latency voice communication solution particularly for online gamers, but can be used by anyone to chat in real-time over the Internet.
myMumble offers locations around the world including: San Jose, Seattle, Salt Lake City, Chicago, Washington D.C., London, Paris, Frankfurt, Singapore, and Tokyo.
In addition, myMumble services come standard with features gamers have come to expect in a VoIP provider including instant account activation, a Mumble server status tool, custom server host names and around the clock live customer support.
Check all this out at myMumble.com, where you can order one of their Mumble servers or sign up for an industry first Free 5 User Lifetime Account with no payment required, ever.
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Indian Motorcycle - Open Road
Indian Motorcycle is America's first motorcycle and this is its first commemorative fabric collection! Their logo is iconic and their bikes are beloved by bikers across generations. These fabrics feature the most recent bike designs that combine the classic Indian style with modern technology. The bikes featured are the Chief Vintage, Chief Classic and Chief Dark Horse. Make a wall banner or sofa quilt for a favorite biker!
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Seven Order Fulfillment Strategies To Fast Track Your E-Commerce Business Growth
Most e-commerce businesses start small, fulfilling daily orders using manual processes and handling growth by simply adding more staff, more shifts and more storage.
The Profit Impact Of Vendor Performance
Data from a 24-month period of results of a $3 Billion multinational retailer.
Innovating The Online Home Electronics Market
Gome implements a robust e-commerce platform and achieves 500 percent efficiency increase in the logistics of the large household appliances department compared to industry average.
Improve Customer Satisfaction And Reduce Shrink
Most people don't realize how many choices there are when it comes to designing a label or tag. Even the simplest of features can be cost-effective and can make a big impact in improving the overall retail store environment from back-office to customer experience. This white paper focuses on several features that can reduce shrink and improve customer satisfaction.
How A Single View Of Multiple Systems Can Improve Your Customers' Shopping Experience
Opportunities abound throughout the market to increase your revenue. The promise of new sales and larger volumes from channels like web stores, Amazon or eBay make companies see dollar signs swirl around their heads.
Stein Mart Masters Returns Management
After a major returns fraud bout with an ORC ring, Stein Mart put data and analytics behind its returns policies and reduced its shrink rate to less than one percent of sales.
"Any-Channel" Commerce Drives 82% Transaction Growth
Transaction volume and a host of other key commerce metrics skyrocketed after high-end outdoor apparel retailer Ibex implemented a new retail commerce suite.
Are You Maximizing Your Mobile Potential?
Mobility is making a huge impact on how retailers deal with everything from inventory visibility to customer experience — with the ultimate goal of increased sales.
Wake Up From The Cross-Channel Nightmare
Back end retail systems often struggle to keep pace with front office and consumer demands. That's playing out right now in the cross-channel retail supply chain.
Product Life Cycle Visibility
The retailer's challenge is to manage global sourcing with an enterprise view.
SATO CL4NX Series Industrial Thermal Printers
SATO's first truly UNIVERSAL Industrial Label Printer engineered for the most demanding printing applications.
Perfect Pick
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Building an automated multichannel fulfillment network that provides the highest level of customer satisfaction often seems out of reach for many small to medium sized businesses. Typically, businesses are forced to spend significant money up front on automation for what they might need 3, 5, or even 10 years down the road. Instead, what if you could invest in entry-level technology that is able to grow at the rate your business grows? Perfect Pick offers growing businesses the opportunity to purchase an automated system to meet today's requirements, secure in the knowledge that it can quickly and easily adjust to future demands.
SATO CS-9018 Tag Cutter Stacker
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SATO TH2 Portable Retail Printer
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SATO GY412 Printer
A direct thermal printer that simultaneously prints on both sides of a label; the printer has 2 thermal print heads. The thermal label media is coated on both sides using thermal technology.
The Future Of The Retail Supply Chain
The retail supply chain has gone global, and now it is going mobile with new technologies to benefit the supply chain from end-to-end.
Welcome to the 2013 Retail Supply Chain Special Report, where we take a look at significant factors affecting the retail supply chain. Last year the Retail Supply Chain Special Report focused on RFID and multichannel fulfillment, and you can access that report at ismretail.com/go/SCreport.
This year we are featuring research and commentary from the Retail Value Chain Federation (RVCF, formerly VCF) and Retail Systems Research (RSR), both industry leaders when it comes to the retail supply chain.
Tech Spending 2013: Mobile Makes Its Mark
From assortment planning to returns management and all points between, mobile devices are fast becoming the retailer's indispensable multi-tool.
Yes, mobile computing is a recurring theme in findings from this year's retail tech spending report. This, however, is not another report about mobility. Rather, it's a report on the technologies and operations solutions in which retailers will invest in 2013, with some retrospective commentary on the 2012 events that are driving these investment decisions. It just so happens that for the first time since we began our annual tech spending preview in 2009, mobile devices and mobile application access are playing a profound and cross-disciplinary role in how retail technology and solution budgets are being shaped. We'll highlight that role as we explore the findings of our annual retail technology spending survey here.
A+ School & Career Apparel To Implement NGC's Fashion PLM Software
NGC Software recently announced that A+ School & Career Apparel, a leading apparel company specializing in superior school uniforms, career apparel and image-wear, has selected NGC's fashion PLM software, as well as modules for Costing, CPSIA and Product Testing.
- Vince Camuto® Selects The Island Pacific SmartSuite Solution
- Tyco Retail Solutions Unveils TrueVUE 5.1 Software For RFID-Based Inventory Visibility
- Goodness Me! Natural Food Markets To Deploy Symphony EYC G.O.L.D.
- Lucky Zone Design Gets On The SaaS Track To Improved Productivity With NGC's ERP XPress
- Predictix Is Positioned Highest And Furthest In 'Challengers' Category In Gartner 'Magic Quadrant For Merchandise Assortment Management Applications'
Merchandise Fulfillment Advice That Works
Merchandise fulfillment is a hot topic and one of the keys for retailers looking to have a strong omnichannel initiative. In this podcast, we'll discuss how asset tracking and fleet management help ensure proper fulfillment, the latest technologies that can help retailers leverage and manage their fleets, how increased visibility into tracking enables retailers to gain efficiencies and keep the right products available to customers across all channels, and — finally — getting employee buy-in without looking like Big Brother.
SATO LP 100R and CS-9018 Laser Printing Solution
SATO's LP 100R industrial laser printer is ideal for businesses that need to print large amounts of labels, tags/ticket, or forms. Our printer is designed for performance, reliability, ease-of-use, and low operating costs. The LP 100R can also handle a wide range of media, from the thinnest labels to the thickest tag stocks.


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Tesla's Morgan Stanley Saga
Alexander is a member of The Motley Fool Blog Network -- entries represent the personal opinion of the blogger and are not formally edited.
As investors we should analyze our investments as a whole. This means examining balance sheets, current earnings, future earnings, and yes, analyst price targets. Typically, these are given as an estimate for the share price twelve months in the future and based largely around the analyst's own estimates.
Of course, price targets vary widely from analyst to analyst. But since the Tesla Motors (NASDAQ: TSLA) initial public offering, Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) has posted widely different price targets, all from the financial firm itself.
The Bulls Are In!
In March of 2011 Morgan Stanley decided Tesla was the stock to have. Citing their opinion that the EV market was underestimated, the firm set a price target of $70 per share. That would mean a gain of nearly 150% from the then share price in the mid-$20 range. However, Tesla shares did not remain at that price level for long. Shares surged over 20% on the day of the Morgan Stanley report.
Not only did Morgan Stanley give an amazingly high price target, but they released it within a bullish report on Tesla that stretched 50 pages long. Needless to say, this price target came with an overweight rating, helping to grow bullish sentiment even more. The report labeled Tesla as America's fourth automaker and discussed the automaker's involvement with Toyota Motors (NYSE: TM). Glowing remarks were based around the purchase of $50 million in Tesla shares by Toyota as well as the use of Toyota's former Fremont facility. Tesla bulls rejoiced as a major financial firm had confirmed their sentiments of the automaker being the Apple of cars.
The Bears Are (Kind Of) In!
But Morgan Stanley's love affair with Tesla did not last forever. By December, the firm reversed its performance stance, moving the automaker from overweight to underweight. Long term shareholders who benefited from the upgrade in March lost around 10% of their investment that day as shares were [ushed down near the $30 mark.
Surprisingly, the price target was only lowered to $44 per share, still nearly a 50% gain from the closing price of that day. Yet Morgan Stanley still expected the automaker to underperform the broader market, putting a degree of conflicting information in the firm's own report.
And the Bulls Are Back!
In September 2012, Morgan Stanley once again changed its stance on Tesla shares. The firm returned the shares to overweight and increased the price target to $50 per share. Although still not as high as the $70 price target, the new report pushed shares up 6%.
This was certainly a welcomed upgrade, coming at a decisive time for Tesla. The automaker was, and currently is, ramping up production on the Model S, and the success of both sales and production will prove critical to Tesla's future. With over 10,000 reservations recorded, production becomes the point of focus, and the Morgan Stanley upgrade shows that this financial firm believes Tesla can successfully increase production to meet its targets.
Where Are We Now?
Nearly two years and three analyst decisions by the same firm later, Tesla remains a company with a great potential for success. While challenges and risks do remain, the high and growing demand for the Model S has shown the viability of a mass produced electric car. Many buyers choose a Model S for performance characteristics, not environmental ones, setting up a more diverse demographic as Tesla expands its product line.
In the next few years look for Tesla to continue building out its range of offerings with the Model X and a sedan in the $30,000 range to compete with cars such as the BMW 3 Series. The first profits are expected for the year 2013, and this should provide a sign of financial return for many skeptical investors. While Tesla's success is by no means guaranteed, the automaker certainly offers an amazing potential for growth, and for this reason I am long Tesla shares.
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Home prices to rise 15% in the next 3 years?
Economist for NAR sees prices going up 5% a year, but other analysts are less optimistic. Some of the increase is likely to be inflation, no matter who's counting.
Not only is the housing recovery well under way, but the median home value also will rise 15% in the next three years, or at least that's the view of the National Association of Realtors' chief economist.
"Existing-home sales, new-home sales and housing starts are all recording notable gains this year in contrast with suppressed activity in the previous four years, and all of the major home-price measures are showing sustained increases," Lawrence Yun told attendees at the 2012 Realtors Conference and Expo in Orlando, Fla.
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"Real estate will be a hedge against inflation, with values rising 15% cumulatively over the next three years, also meaning there will be fewer upside-down homeowners."
He predicts sales of existing homes will rise 9% this year, to 4.64 million, an additional 8.7% next year, to 5.05 million, and to a total of 5.3 million in 2014. He expects sales of 368,000 new homes this year and 575,000 next year.
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"Unless building activity returns to normal levels in the next couple years, housing shortages could cause home prices to accelerate, and the movement of home prices will be closely tied to the level of housing starts," Yun said.
By 2014, the percentage of sales that are distressed homes should fall from the current 25% to about 8%, Yun predicted.
That doesn't mean the foreclosure crisis is over, said Mark Vitner, managing director and senior economist at Wells Fargo, who also spoke at the conference. "Distressed homes right now are like an after-Christmas sale,'' he said. "Most of the best stuff has been picked over, but make no mistake they'll be with us for a while."
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Home prices will rise in 2013, but only modestly. The most recent data suggest that national average housing prices are rising by roughly a 5% percent annual rate. That's too optimistic a projection for the next few years, however, because there are many owners of multiple underwater properties who will sell as soon as they don't have to lay out cash. That increased number of houses on the market will limit price hikes.
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Lets see obamacare sucking 4.8 percent from the sale of a house. Increase in capitol gains on the sale with no rollerover. My healthcare becoming taxable income. Foods goingtogo through the roof.....40 percent down from here..wait until the rates rise....FHA unwriting all mortgages.
Obama has put the final nail in the economy.....unless your an illegal alien..
Where do they get these numbers from? The real-estate market is still in decline. I have been in the market for a home for over a year now. From my personal experience I have seen prices on the decline. (The main reason I have not made a move). This is one of the most bogus pieces of reporting I have seen. I have personally wittiness homes on the market for months with numerous price reductions and still not selling. The market is still in a correction phase and that is reality. Anyone who drinks this cool-aid deserves to get burned. Do yourself a favor before a purchase. Does your home work. Find the mean price for the neighborhood. You will find in many cases the price of the house is over priced for the home values in that area. In most cases the house on the market is over priced because of the owners over inflated mortgage. They made the mistake for taking on an overinflated mortgage. This is their blunder, and not yours. Do not fall victim on a price to cover the cost of their overstated mortgage. I am going to wait until I see the market bottom out, and only when I see a slight price increase that is sustained for a few months. Then I will probably make a purchase. This article is not factual it is poor reporting with no research to back it up. I see no interviews with home buyers or sellers. Just some false numbers.


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Yep, it's done.
Second Wind, folks, Second Wind is here.
It's a witty blend of Text Adventure, Roguelike, and Sweet Simplicity.
All in all, there are 20 classes, three skills each, three major areas, four endings, countless monsters (as in, I'm too lazy to count them,) treasures, specialty shops, equips, weapons, and more.
Folks, this is one big game.
Also, there are medals, lots of em'
I sincerely dare you to beat the game on Nethack Difficulty.
And remember, dying is all a part of the experience :D
The last update was on October 21st, Version 1.57:
- Fixed up the Saiyan's awaken doing absolutely nothing.
- Fixed the broken meter glitch... Hopefully.
- The "explore" segment should run faster.
- And some other stuff I can't remember.
Send a PM with any additional problems and I'll get on them as soon as possible!
Rated 5 / 5 stars October 7, 2012
This game is awesome! It instantly became my favorite!
... But, there are some glitches :(. When you continue an older game with red/lime knight you cannot see your essence bar. If you die in the last realm as a mage or psion and you use 'second wind' you will have a huge grey bar over the middle of your charge bar. This game is awesome and these bugs do not completly ruin it, I would love to see it bulletproof.
Good job!
Rated 5 / 5 stars December 24, 2012
"The veteran orc jumps out the window" LOL
Rated 5 / 5 stars October 14, 2012
this gave me more feeling of choice than many mainstream rpgs out there
That's a very light compliment :D
Rated 5 / 5 stars September 28, 2012
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I do plan to make a game that takes the same idea, but maybe not a sequel.
Third Wind?
Rated 5 / 5 stars October 10, 2012
This game should be on my phone. Good job on this shit cause I am hooked


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Editor's Note: I've complained a lot on this blog about my husband abandoning me on the weekends to go to the University of Georgia football games. Finally, here's HIS view on the subject.
By Michael A. Giarrusso
Ever since our first child was born, my wife has had a hate-hate relationship with college football, a game that she once loved. She's written about it here many times, but to summarize:
We used to go to games together all the time, and she was generally an attentive and enthusiastic fan. She simply couldn't go as much after the kids were born. Babysitters were tough to find, especially since my in-laws go to games themselves most Saturdays. And bringing small children to loud, hot Sanford Stadium is not a great idea.
I kept the tickets, and Theresa was replaced by my best friend. For the last eight years, she has become more and more resentful of this situation, angry at me for going, for leaving early or staying late and for drinking while I'm there. So when my friend couldn't go this weekend, Theresa set up a babysitter and planned to join me for our first game date in years.
As soon as she agreed to go, I started remember some reasons I didn't always enjoy bringing her.
1) Not long after saying she wanted to go, Theresa started channeling Al Roker, terrified about how the weather would affect her comfort. Theresa complains about the heat when it's over 76 degrees and complains about the cold when it's under 72. If it's going to be sunny and hot, she brings a duffel bag full of sunscreen, water, ice packs, sunglasses and fans. If it's going to be the least bit chilly, she brings gloves, hats, sweaters, parkas and a Thermos of hot chocolate. In the rain … more on that later.
2) She immediately tries to complicate the plan. My friend and I have a simple setup. He picks me up. I bring bourbon. We buy large fountain Cokes at a gas station, and replace the soda that we drink with bourbon. We bring no food or games, and we don't go anywhere except to our parking spot and the stadium. We stay until the game is out of reach. But Theresa wants to see if we can meet her friend on the other side of town. She suggests driving downtown _ ignoring the fact that it's impossible to park downtown on game day _ to visit one of her favorite restaurants. After the game, we should stop and visit her friend. She doesn't seem all satisfied with my bourbon and Coke menu, and will probably want me to buy one of those overpriced hot dogs at the stadium.
3) Theresa likes to talk, regardless if anyone wants to hear it. I'm not your typical "Go Dawgs!" football fan. I'm a former sportswriter, and I take a more serious and analytical approach to the game. If you're going to sit with me, don't ask stupid questions or make ignorant statements about the game. Theresa used to pay attention to sports, but she has not for at least a decade, and that hurts her ability to analyze. When Arizona State took the field, she asked if Dennis Erickson was the same guy who once coached Miami. I was impressed, but then I remembered that he coached about Miami 20 years ago, when Theresa actually watched sports. If I won't talk to her, she'll start making non-football conversation with our neighbors. I've sat next to some of these people for more than 10 years and barely know most of them. But Theresa gets their whole life story during one TV timeout.
4) By far the biggest problem taking Theresa to the stadium is that she cares much more about her personal comfort level than the game or my feelings about the game. Even if weather isn't an issue, she'll complain about being hungry, or scrunched in too closely, or being too close to the band. By Friday, she was checking the weather radar every hour, and telling me the exact percentage chance of rain. By Saturday morning, she was pricing waterproof pants. She warned me that she needed an even bigger bag than usual, this one stocked with dry clothes. She kept asking if I would promise to leave if the rain was too much, and she claimed that it would be just as much fun to watch at a bar or at our friends' house in Athens. By the time she went on a rant about the unfairness of the rule banning umbrellas in the stadium, I knew it wasn't worth it to bring her.
Last November, I took my father to the Georgia Tech-Georgia game and it rained on us for four straight hours. He never complained or whined or asked to leave. His rain supplies consisted of a baseball hat, a windbreaker and some paper towels in his pocket that he occasionally used to dry off our soaked bench. If he were available Saturday, I would have taken him. But my only choice was Theresa, which meant I was better off watching on TV.
By the time I gave up on Theresa, it was too late to get another partner, so I stayed home too. Even though we weren't in the stadium, I got to experience some of her game behavior on the couch. It's definitely different than going with my friends, who rarely make comments about Joe Cox's haircut, Uga's feelings about the rain or whether Mark Richt ever cusses underneath his breath.
During the game, she quickly ran out of things to say about football, and tried to engage me in conversations about the science of baking, our Christmas budget and replacing the carpet in our flooded basement.
Who knows, maybe there will be another chance for us to go together later this year. Let's hope for a partly cloudy, 72-degree day with room to spread out and short lines at the concession stands. If not, I'll just pray for patience.
September 27th, 2009
9:45 pm
Theresa….I LOVE YOU…dearly. But I fancy myself as the perfect football wife. I get pissier than most men when my Dawgs play poorly…or if we get a flag…or if we get called for a face mask that our opponents somehow got away with the play before. I gladly sit through down pours…I wear water-proof mascara during rainy games. I don't complain (much) if they forget to put the seat cushion-thingie in my seat and I don't get violent with the guy that drops the Fbomb after every breath. (though I did threaten to kill him last year:) I don't eat a huge amount before hand because I know the women's BR sucks….its always a mad house no matter when you go. And you will never catch me eating those stupid hotdogs. $4.50 for a regular weiner…..$6 for the super big one (its slightly fatter…no way its worth that much) In short…..I love our Dawg-Dates!!! They are so much fun for both of us.
Now Michael….if you could find a way to show Theresa that during football season, she is still the most important thing in your life…maybe she'd be more inclined to cross over into your endzone. Justa sayin.
September 27th, 2009
10:10 pm
As much as I LOVE UGA football….I too cannot just sit and watch it. When we are watchig at home, I still have children to take care of…food to prepare…life does not just stop. And I think thats what irks you more than anything…because it can irk me as well. His world revolves around UGA in the fall months….and your's still has to encompass the entire family. You don't get the luxury of leaving the children and all your home/work responsibilites for a Sat of football and clandestine bourbon consumption:) I get it….thats why I think it would go along way if he gave up one of those Saturdays and dedicated it to you. The thoughtful notion might just be enough for you to appreciate his love of it a little more…..and perhaps he would see that you aren't so keen on being a UGA widow EVERY Sat:)
September 27th, 2009
11:21 pm
My husband and I went thru a similar routine before the GA Tech football game Sat. a.m. I was thinking to my self that I should skip the game due to the rain. Yes, I am a fair-weather fan. My husband told me that he'd understand if I preferred to watch the game from home because if the rain came, it would take away from my enjoyment. I agreed. But he had not finsihed his sententce…if the rain came, it would take away from my enjoyment, which, in turn, would take away from his. Not ten seconds later, he had a replacement for my ticket. I think he had the back up plan all along. He came home soaking wet and it had only rained for the last few minutes of the game. That is simply not my idea of fun. I would have freaked out when the big screen showed the t'storm warning but 10 minutes away. I enjoyed the game from home on the big TV, all the while chatting on the phone and taking care of the laundry, overall, a very productive afternoon…and I did not get wet. Have a good week.
September 27th, 2009
11:34 pm
Wow. When Theresa wrote about Michael having to go to EVERY home game, EVERY year, plus FL and maybe TN, regardless of what she needed at home, I thought he sounded like a self-involved jerk, but thought it probably just came across that way since we were only reading her side. Now reading this, I see how truly kind she was in her description of the situation. She's grown more and more resentful about being left with all the work every home game Saturday for 8 years? Gee, no mention of any appreciation of her doing it anyway so that you can go drink and hang out with your buddy at the game? On away game weeks, do you take over all home responsibilities so she can go have a fun day? You had your first "game date" in years, but she's supposed to act just like your male buddy? You don't want to put any effort into making it a special day for her? I can understand where the weather worries and overplanning would get old, but for the honor of sitting with you, she needs to either be up on the game or shut up? Not just not bother you with "stupid" commentary, but you don't want her to talk to others either? Seriously, Theresa, when that nice 72-degree day comes along, find a girlfriend, head to Athens, and leave Michael home with the kids.
September 28th, 2009
6:05 am
Its supposed to be nice this Sat for the LSU game darlin…..you can roll with me if all the kiddos feel better:)
September 28th, 2009
6:51 am
Theresa, I can't decide if you actually like football, or just want to spend some one-on-one time with Michael and see a UGA game as an opportunity to do that. Frankly, it doesn't sound like you're a huge football fan — so why subject yourself to it and try to turn it into something that it isn't?
It's 11 or 12 weeks out of 52. Let the guy enjoy his football games in peace, with the clear understanding that he makes the same effort to spend equal time with you on Sunday or other times of the year.
And Michael — if Theresa wants to talk to your seat neighbors, what's the BFD? It means she's not bothering you. You don't want to talk to her, so what is she supposed to do, sit there and shut up?
September 28th, 2009
7:40 am
Michael A. Giarrusso is my hero…well said…..guys like to keep things simple, women like to complicate EVERYTHING!!!
September 28th, 2009
7:41 am
@ DB…WHAT are you doing up this early?
TODAY, ya'll will be thrilled that I have never sat through a football game since HS and have NO comments to make on this subject. My husband goes to games with his buddies or our son but he has never had season tickets…way out of our price range. I am not a football fan…sorry to offend anyone. I respect those who are and give them space.
I was in Arkansas this past weekend and the Razorbacks were glaring at me when I told them my son spent four years at UGA…I tried to make them feel better and tell them I worked 7 years at Wal- Mart in HS and college. ( for those who do not know it all started in Arkansas).
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September 28th, 2009
7:48 am
After more thought though I must admit my wife tends to complicate some things, but going to sporting events is not one of them…..she was in the marching band in high school and college – that may have something to do with it.
September 28th, 2009
7:51 am
OK -first I will say that I LOVE UGA football and would be happy to go to games in any weather with my husband! We enjoy watching the games together on tv, and we both tend to chatter a little bit about non-football issues the same amount during the game and watch the game closely during most plays. I love drinking bourbon and coke in Sanford Stadium, and I am capable of getting something to eat all by myself if I decide I'm starving. The very idea of driving around downtown Athens on gameday is ludicrous and no one wants to have to go meet some friend or anyone when the agenda for the day is to go to a game (or a concert or some other time-sensitive event) -it's annoying.
Having said all of that -it's still crystal clear that you, Michael, need some sensitivity training. You come across as a jerk when Theresa writes about you because evidently you are! Maybe not so much IF at other times during the year you stay at home all day on Saturdays or Sundays with the kids while Theresa goes off and does whatever she wants to do -sometimes for several weekends in a row over a 3 month period. If you do that, then we need to know about it because otherwise you're not considerate or even nice. I'm not sure why, but it sounds like Theresa wants to spend some time with you (she did marry you and have 3 kids with you after all). Perhaps you should both find something you mutually enjoy to get a sitter for and go do on a regular basis. As far as Theresa talking to your seat neighbors -who cares? Why is this an issue for you Michael? At least then she's leaving you alone, which sounds like your main objective here. Given other topics where it was mentioned that you don't even want your kids participating in activities that may conflict with UGA football, it sounds like you need a big case of GROWING UP! You have 3 young children and a wife, so most Saturdays in the fall may not be yours to do with what you please. Hey, like I said, my husband and I both LOVE UGA football -lots of college football actually -and spend as much time as possible (see -AS POSSIBLE) watching it, but we have two small children ourselves, so that means that every Saturday isn't given to doing exactly what we want.
September 28th, 2009
7:56 am
i alwys loved to go to football (and baseball) games..i do watch them on tv but id much rather go to them in person…i totally undestand that theresa doesnt want to get sick and not be 100% for taking care of kids if shes sick..that is a true issue…what i dont understand is why her going to the game is even an issue…if you dont want to go dont go…as i said in an earlier post on this topic…get a babysitter and do something that you like to do…make it a girls day–or a day with your family..whatever…dont just sit home and stew..i did that when i was really young and i learned real early–its only hurting you..and in the long run it will hurt your marriage….theres no rule that says a woman cant have their own thing to do..you just have to find it…hell theresa….for what the tickets cost you could spend the day at a spa…all nice and warm and getting tons of attention..you can talk if you like or not…whatever…spend that ticket money on a day at the spa!!!!! hes at the game having fun…your getting all pampered…sounds perfect to me….no reason you shouldnt have this day for you just as michel has it for him!!!!
September 28th, 2009
8:07 am
i also agree with jatl…as your kids get older o are gonna have to put your games in the backseat…your kids should come first most of the time…and you will regret it when they are older and their memories are oh–when i scored that great touchdown.or first ballet recital or whatever great thing they accomplised on a uga saturday…their memory is oh yeah dad wasnt tehre he was at a uga game…that sucks michael..and it will be something you regret..so you need to realize that…remember the cats in the cradle song? listen to it…and it really doesnt sound like the 2 of yall have much of a life together outside of the kids…when you have a family you have to have family time…couple time and then alone time…everyone needs some alone or with friends time…i understand that…but when the kids get older and older a LOT of you rtime is gonna be family time..or should be..its hard for woking couples to get much alone or with friends time…its hard to get just couples time….you need to figure out what is really important to you…those dawgs are gonna be playing forever….FOREVER!!!! your kids will be gone one day and trust me that day comes way too soon….
i wonder what yalls family's opinions on this are…im sure they hear both sides of yalls arguments…what advice to they give?
September 28th, 2009
8:11 am
and michael…why does it bother you that theresa is talking to game seat neighbors? does she embarrass you? if so that is another issue…if she is bothering the other people im sure they will let her know..at least by ignoring her lol…i swear it just doesnt sound like theresa needs to go to games…she doesnt like them…it sounds like shes going just to get some time with you..isnt there anything else yall can do together that yall both enjoy? what did yall do before the kids came?
September 28th, 2009
8:13 am
It's interesting that the interpretation of this seems to be split along sex lines, and my opinion fits that.
This is something he loves doing a few Saturdays a year. If you want to do it with him, that's great, but it seems as if you only want to do it if you can change it into something you want to do and, in the process, kill a lot of what he loves about it.
It's great that you are showing this interest, but try to understand that it's not just watching the game that makes these football Saturdays such a joy for him: it's the game, and it's all these things you want to take away.
Pick another day for the two of you to go to Athens and go to that restaurant and visit your friend. It will be easier, too, since potential babysitters won't be busy with the game.
September 28th, 2009
8:24 am
Honestly…..I love a good sporting event, I don't care if it's football, hockey or baseball. I'd rather see it live than on tv. I'm there, and I won't complain!!!! I love stadium food, tailgating, whatever. I don't care if its raining, snowing or what….as long as I'm with good friends/family and having a good time, that's what it's all about.
I don't care about weather…..it's gonna happen, I can't control it. We were at the Chili Cookoff this past weekend, and I didn't care if it rained or not. I'm out of the house, and not working so I don't care…….we were lucky however, it didn't start raining until about 3:15 and we were out of the park an on 78 by that time. Perfect timing.
I think couples need activities without each other. Michael has every right to go to those football games on Saturday, that's his passion. I'm sure he works hard, and deserves to play hard too. If that's the worst thing he does, and leaves Theresa at home with the kids, then whats the big deal. Then Theresa should plan a girlfriend activity one day a week, when the dogs aren't playing……..compromise.
September 28th, 2009
8:26 am
I think Theresa you may have unrealistic expectations of what it means to go with your husband to a college football game. You keep referring to it like it is a "Date." Michael did not once refer to this outing as a "date." Perception…
Yes you get to be alone with him without the kids present but this is what he does to relax and get away from things doing what he likes to do. If you don't want to participate like he does fine but don't make it out to be something more than it is.
If you want a true "date" I suggest you get a sitter and go out to dinner/movie and maybe stay in a hotel. I can guarantee that you will have Michael's undivided attention then.
September 28th, 2009
8:31 am
@ MJG – yuck, yep, it is waaay to early, but the DH left at 5 AM for the week, and I needed to finish up a project for a client. :-)
Michael, I echo the same question that other posters have posed: You were very interested in getting Walsh involved in little league football — how did you plan to resolve Walsh's game days with UGA game days? This is going to become a major conflict as the kids get older and start playing soccer, football, softball, cheerleading, or whatever. In five or six years, you're going to have kids ranging from 7 to 13 — prime-time for kids sports. You're going to have a real mess on your hands if you insist on taking EVERY Saturday to devote to UGA football and leave Theresa to ferry kids to games, etc. all weekend long. And what are you going to do when Walsh or the girls start wanting to go to UGA games with you? It's going to happen, especially if they are exposed to it constantly at home, as they appear to be.
Both of my kids almost drowned this weekend at football games — my son went to the UNC-GaTech game, and my daughter was at the UGA game. I'm with Theresa — the idea of sitting through a game in the rain makes me cringe. Years ago, I went to the FSU-Nebraska game at the Orange Bowl, and it rained TORRENTS — we watched water cascading down the stadium steps like little waterfalls. My DH was determined to stay for the entire game, since we had paid a lot for the tickets, hotel room, baby sitter, etc. I still remember sitting there huddled in the cold rain – blech!
September 28th, 2009
8:32 am
Michael is fine… leave him alone.
September 28th, 2009
8:33 am
Speaking of undivided attention:
What do you get when you have two green balls in your hand?
Kermit the Frog's undivided attention….LOL
September 28th, 2009
8:38 am
Well, I love football. Stanford stadium is the greatest place on earth on Saturdays during the fall.
Thing is, we have two boys. They have sporting events of their own. When they were littler, I would have been seriously recentful if my husband got to leave for hours 6 Saturdays in a row and I was stuck at home. Having said that, I guess I would have put up with it if *I* got to have 6 Saturdays on my own too. Maybe Theresa did and didn't share (not very likely); but I don't think she did/does.
I was actually kinda on Michael's side before reading this.
September 28th, 2009
8:40 am
Football is for the heathens!!!!
September 28th, 2009
8:41 am
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I am the wife in this equation, but I have to agree with the men here today. For the short period of time that college football is relevant each fall, I would be happy to step aside and let my husband enjoy the game in his own style, with his friends. I do like college games, but I like my husband more, and if my being there took away from his fun, I would stay home.
I would expect his full attention after the season though. No changing football outings into golf dates the rest of the year.
September 28th, 2009
8:45 am
The problem with most relationships is communication. Too much communication. Michael, of course Theresa resents you going away every weekend to watch a game. Of course she is going to all but ruin your usual day of football. But you don't say anything about it. For God's sake man, you keep your mouth shut. You are already getting a lot by going to so many games. Never communicate your feelings unless those feelings are ones that she wants to hear. What are you considering this? Constructive criticism. As if Theresa is suddenly going to think, "Oh, I should stop resenting Michael and accept that I am not as fun as his friend". Of course she isn't. All you have done by running your trap is make her more resentful and feel insulted.
If you would have just taken her to one game a year and just let her choose what you did during that one day and pretended like it was a good time, you would have been able to enjoy the rest of the games without that nagging feeling in the back of your mind that she is resenting you.
Talk less Michael. Think about this; every argument you have starts with a conversation. Therefore, don't start conversations unless you can see a clear path through the mind field that is a woman's emotional mind.
September 28th, 2009
8:49 am
Valid point. The question is, did Michael voluntarily provide this to Theresa or did she specifically ask for this from him as potential material to use on her blog….hmmm…
September 28th, 2009
8:55 am
lmao at pd….every fight starts with communication…so dont have communication.i think yo just solved the riddle of why men dont talk lmao
September 28th, 2009
8:55 am
Also, after more carefully reading of Michael's blog I saw that he did, in fact, refer to this outing as a, "game date." I appologise to Theresa and to Michael…..dude you should never have referred to this outing as a date….that sets Theresa up for expectations I don't think you ever meant to meet…..FAIL!
September 28th, 2009
8:58 am
Well said, PD. The notion that she is killing the fun of something he loves by not folowing his usual routine is ridiculous. It's ONE game! She's not asking to do this every week. Out of appreciation for all the game days she does all the parenting herself, make one game now and then a fun day for her! And Dr. Horrible, he did call it "our first game date in years."
September 28th, 2009
9:03 am
Guess I'm lucky with this..My husband would rather watch the game on TV than live..I will sometimes ask him a question about something that happened, but for the most part, I'm quiet during the game..
Michael, like others said, you should give Theresa some down time for her when the weather is her "type"..
September 28th, 2009
9:06 am
First of all I was cracking up at Michael's comments…too funny. But I'm right there with Theresa, I have no desire to go sit at a football game in the rain (or heat for that matter). I am not a huge football fan as it is…I would more be going for the social part of it and not actually watching the game. I went to several games when I was in college but I don't remember sitting down and actually watching football even for 10 minutes, I was more likely found talking to people and drinking instead…
I would be beyond aggravated if my husband went to games all the time and left me home all day. It's not an issue because neither of us went to colleges with big football programs so we don't really care anyway.
The LEAST he could do after spending so much time at the games with friends is make sure you have some days to yourself…like someone said go to a spa or hang out with girlfriends and let him stay home and take care of the kids…It has to be fair at the very least!!!!
September 28th, 2009
9:07 am
"The question is, did Michael voluntarily provide this to Theresa or did she specifically ask for this from him as potential material to use on her blog"
It doesn't matter. When your wife asks you something as potentially hazardous as "Why don't you like taking me to football games?" you should not answer her honestly. You stop, think, "What answer can I give that will result in the least amount of hassle?"…..Then you answer, "Baby, I love taking you to games. I love doing anything with you." and then you walk away quickly while muttering something about how you have to be somewhere ten minutes ago.
Dodge and duck. dodge and duck. Otherwise, you didn't just ruin one football weekend, you ruined several.
September 28th, 2009
9:16 am
I personally believe in, "keeping it real." Though I get what you are saying, I would rather be completely honest with my wife and not just placate her. I guess it just matters who you are dealing with and if they tend to let their emotions get overly involved or not.
September 28th, 2009
9:30 am
You people make it sound as if a "date" always means romance….thats so not true. At least not for us. I refer to it as a date if we can go out for more than 2 hours without the children. We've had game-dates, hiking-dates, Home Depot/Lowes-dates…..I think Theresa's point is to spend some time with him….and I think Michael needs to tread carefully. She has given birth your children….sees to all of their daily needs (and your's) and holds down a job…I would like to think you could make her feel like she's above UGA for one day. Question is….why won't you?
September 28th, 2009
9:41 am
I understand where both Michael and Theresa are coming from. I am a UGA fan by marriage, but truly do love the DAWGS! But I am in the same situation as Theresa. My hubby loves his GA football, gets season tickets every year and goes to pretty much every game. Since he graduated, my DH and his best friend have bought their seats together. The first year we were together I did not even go to a single game because that ticket was spoken for. After that I got the extra seat until the kids started coming. Then I dropped off and a guy friend gets to go with him. While I did get to go though I had a blast talking to our seat neighbors (who was Theresa – because my DH and his best friend have the three seats next to Michael), well the wife (Theresa) because the husband (Michael) was really into the game. I even met her oldest child that way, and I think the second one too. But she dropped off too. Now I go to maybe one game a year, sometimes not that. I know my hubby has more fun without me and I don't have to deal with the general discomfort, rain, heat, crowd, etc. But I have found that I too feel a little resentful of the whole thing, especially when he misses things like our kids sports events, school functions and this year, Halloween. I keep reminding myself though that this is truly his only "hobby". He works hard to give us everything we have and I shouldn't be a total nag for him. He needs his time with his friends too. So I bite my tongue and if he invites me, I go and have fun, like we did before we had kids – or try to.
September 28th, 2009
9:42 am
So basically what you are saying is once you get married, you have to give up your passion?
Just how many home games are there? It's not every saturday of the year, or every saturday during the fall.
When the dogs are away, get a sitter, and you and Michael take a ride up into the mountains and get some apples. Just the two of you.
But good lord, let the man enjoy his football. It's a minor thing, pick your battles.
September 28th, 2009
9:51 am
On game days my husband and his friends gather at our house, and I usually have 10-15 men in front of the tv on Saturdays and Sundays. I always make some dips and munchies for the guys, then all the wives/girlfriends and I would all go find something else to do for a few hours while they watched football.
Sometimes we went shopping, hit the fall festivals, or go see movies. Every so often, one or two of us would volunteer to keep all the kids, so some could go off without kids and husbands.
COMMUNICATION and planning is all it takes.
Some of you need to learn how to do things with out your spouse on game days. Don't get all pissy and ugly with the guy, just let him watch his football or whatever, and go find something else to do!!!!! Honestly, there is just too much whining here today.
Marriage does not equal death. You still have a life to live, get out there and enjoy it!!!!!
September 28th, 2009
10:08 am
Having grown up with Auburn football home games as a family tradition, I am excited that my husband is an SEC fan as well. We do not make it to all home games for AU or UGA but when we do, we make sure both of us have something to enjoy. I love the tailgate as much as the game, we have tailgated with the same crowd in Auburn for more than 20 years as does my husband.
It seems to me that it would be nice for Michael to enjoy most of the games on his own, but have 1 game each season where he and Theresa go together and both compromise on the day's activities.
September 28th, 2009
10:19 am
Theresa, you're really nice. Seriously. I would have cut this mess off after kid # 2. A few games every season…I could live with. Most Saturdays during my favorite season of the year…HELL NO. This is exactly why I REFUSED to marry a huge sports fan. My dad wasn't one and I wasn't going to tolerate the nonsense.
How often do you guys have date night? How often do you get to go out and spend an ENTIRE weekend day by yourself? These games are dang near sunrise to sunset affairs. What is he going to do once the kids have their own activities? Leave you to do the shuttling? Please.
As far as the hobby argument? Pure poop. A hobby is something you do in your free time….this is manufactured free time. I'm sure that these are not the only Saturdays during the year that Michael has something non-family oriented planned. Just saying.
September 28th, 2009
10:24 am
Theresa, when Michael brings up putting Walsh into little league football make sure you say NO. The time commitment required is BIG, and unless he's ready to watch those games on the big screen or TIVO, don't put yourself in that position.
I was blessed with a father who thought the weekends were to catch up with his kids, not sports. He rarely ever missed any events for myself or my sisters unless he HAD to work. Life changes when you get married, and sometimes hobbies must change along with it.
September 28th, 2009
10:27 am
Tonya C. – Marriage is nothing without compromise…it sounds like that is a foreign concept to you. Too bad. I hope the man you marry is a boring, loathsome individual that cares little for his own needs in favor of catering to yours….Good luck with that.
September 28th, 2009
10:31 am
I just checked the UGA game schedule..6, count em, 6 home games. There are 52 Saturdays a year, and you are pitching a fit over 6 of them.
What do you do the other 45 Saturdays?
September 28th, 2009
10:32 am
Sorry, the other 46 saturdays? My math isn't good today.
September 28th, 2009
10:35 am
Already married, and my husband is NOT a sports fan in the rabid sense. This situation is NOT a compromise, because one party is resentful of the other. My husband gets his free time, but isn't so greedy that it's done without thinking of his family needs first. He goes to sporting events and outings with his friends, and I leave him alone when he's gone. But they are within reason and sure as heck not consecutive weekends in a row.
Again, the men in my family are not like that. They got married with the understanding that things change, and they changed along with it. I no longer head out to the club with the girls every other weekend…ya know, cause I'm a wife. Nor do I go shopping with them all the time or other things I did b-4 I took on the responsibility of being someone's wife.
September 28th, 2009
10:41 am
I am a man and a football fan, although I prefer pro to college these days. I also graduated from UGA. That written, I can't imagine leaving my son on Halloween for anything at all. Thats ridiculous.
September 28th, 2009
10:46 am
I think you need to calm down a little Tonya, it's one day of the weekend. And so what if it is consecutive? And why is it that the person that feels resentment is the one that is the victim here? She can do things that she wants to do if she wants to do them.
September 28th, 2009
11:02 am
Do you have children? At least two of them? Doing what she 'wants' can be tough with them in tow. Michael travels quite a bit for work, probably making her miss him even more. She's already home all week with them, trying to be a household manager and a mother. It's really difficult, and as a newly-minted SAHM I understand that this is less about football, and more about he feeling neglected. Missing kids' activities or holidays should NOT happen….not for a game of any kind.
Saturdays are precious in most families, for a variety of reasons. Just a fact. Especially if as a couple your schedule is hectic during the week, you savor Saturdays as together time. Or your running around time, or your kids time…I think that their lives are changing and although this activity may have fit their schedules when the kids were younger, things may be changing and things need to be re-evaluated.
I know what it's like to feel like Theresa does, and it sucks. Unfortunately, it's also hard to put into words without sounding like a whiny ingrate. But I will say this: She let it go one this long without any serious conversation. And that's wrong. I don't let things go like that because I'm vocal about what irks me.


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The cake has a delicate balance of flavors where the orange, cardamom and vanilla meld together beautifully; none overpowers the others. If you love cardamom, feel free to add a tad bit more and if you're not sure about it, add a tad bit less. After baking I decided to brush the cake with a bit of orange juice and granulated sugar that I warmed slightly. For a glaze I mixed orange juice and powdered sugar to the consistency I wanted so that I could drizzle it. I didn't include this as a part of the recipe since they're totally optional and a matter of personal preference. I happen to like the look of a drizzled-glaze… others prefer a dusting of powdered sugar.
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Orange Cardamom Bundt Cake
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/4 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 2 teaspoons orange extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
- 1 cup whole milk
Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle. Generously butter a 12-14 cup bundt pan and dust with flour, knocking out excess.
Whisk together flour, cardamom, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment, combine the butter and granulated sugar, scraping side of bowl occasionally, until pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add the vanilla bean paste and beat until combined well, about 1 minute. Add the orange extract and beat until combined well, about 1 minute. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition, then add in the orange juice until combined well. At low speed, add flour mixture and milk alternately in batches, beginning and ending with flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
Spoon batter into pan, smoothing top. Gently rap pan on counter to eliminate air bubbles.
Bake until a wooden skewer inserted into center of cake comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool in pan 1 hour, then invert onto a rack and cool completely, about 1 hour more.
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Documentation Omission: CAS in ValueResult
As a newbie to your world, I may see things that others don't. If I'm wrong, please be nice and correct me.
At the client documentation hosted at: http://pythonhosted.org/couchbase/api/results.html#couchbase.result.Result
ValueResult or its super classes do not list the CAS property.
In my case, a ValueResult looks like:
ValueResult<RC=0x0, Key=st:354930284065595393, Value={ ... }, CAS=0x2bc42c63a89b0000, Flags=0x0>)
Looking at your code, CAS should probably be documented in Result or OperationResult.
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Hi there,
Thanks for pointing this out.
I have logged this as an error and we should have it added in shortly.
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