text:
10 reasons to rent in retirement
Retirees often need the help with maintenance and repairs that renting provides.
In retirement, you don't necessarily need a house with several bedrooms and a big yard. In fact, stairs to climb and a yard that needs mowing can become a significant liability as you age. Renters get to outsource emergency repairs and some home maintenance chores, which can make life easier as a retiree. Downsizing to a smaller apartment can also improve your retirement finances. Here are 10 reasons to become a renter in retirement.
Tap your home equity. When you sell your home and become a renter, you can add that home equity to your nest egg, which could significantly improve your retirement finances. "Selling the home and renting gives you capital that is able to produce and earn income," says Neal Van Zutphen, a certified financial planner and president of Intrinsic Wealth Counsel in Mesa, Ariz. "It costs less to rent than it does to own. There's no maintenance costs, there's no property taxes and sometimes utilities are included."
Downsize to a smaller place. Once your children move out of the house, you don't need as much space or stuff. "Downsizing to a living space more appropriate for current needs can be additionally helpful if moving from a multi-story to single-story home, i.e., eliminating stairs," says Andrew Carle, founding director of George Mason University's Senior Housing Administration.
Lower your cost of living. Retirees no longer need to live in expensive areas near the office or in good school districts. Sometimes moving even a short distance can result in a drastically lower cost of living.
Outsource home maintenance. In many rental agreements, it is the landlord's responsibility to maintain the property, including the lawn, exterior of the building and many of the appliances. You are "shifting the burden of home maintenance and repair to the landlord," Carle says. "This includes interior, but also exterior things like lawn maintenance and snow removal."
One phone call for repairs. When something breaks, you don't have to spend your day finding a person to conduct the repair or getting price estimates. You simply call the landlord or administration office and put in a maintenance request. "A lot goes wrong with older homes and that's why a lot of people want to relocate," says Debra Drelich, a geriatric care manager and founder of New York Elder Care Consultants. "You don't have to deal with it when things break – you just call the super."
Live near the amenities you use. Some retirees choose to relocate to a walkable location near stores, parks and recreational opportunities. "You can walk to things like shops or the theater," Drelich says. It can be useful to base yourself near public transportation in case you reach a point when you no longer want to drive.
Relocate near family. Retirement can be an opportunity to move closer to your children and grandchildren. "If you rent close to your family or children or grandchildren, you have less travel expenses to see family," Van Zutphen says. You can also help each other with childcare and eldercare as needed.
More flexibility. Renting gives you the flexibility to experience a new location or lifestyle without a long-term commitment. "Renting gives you an opportunity to try out a place and see what a place is really like to live in," Van Zutphen says. "Rather than buying right away, you can rent for a full year and see if you can imagine yourself living in Florida or Arizona."
Find age-appropriate features. Retirees can select apartments with amenities that will allow them to live independently for as long as possible. Features to look for include apartments with a minimum amount of stairs, convenient laundry facilities and handles in the shower. "I live in this 95-year-old house with many flights of steps, and this is not the house I am going to be able to grow older in with all the steps," Drelich says.
Extra help is sometimes available. Some senior housing arrangements allow you to live independently for as long as you are able to, and then offer increasing levels of services as you need them. "For those who are getting older, there's independent living, and then when you need it, there is assisted living and nursing homes and long-term care," Van Zutphen says. Many senior communities also offer the added bonus of social activities for residents and a chance to make friends.
More from U.S. News & World Report:
I lived in rental property and couldn't stand some of the idiot neighbors that I was forced to put up with. I bought and sold 3 different houses until I found my present home where my neighbors are far enough away that I have my privacy. Renting and living in tight quarters is not something I ever want to do again.
I am 77 years of age. My son and daughter in law talked me into selling my home and moving near them in another State. Biggest mistake I made in my life. Proceeds receive zero to 1/2 % is all the banks are paying. My rent costs me 75% more that it cost me to live in my home. My home expenses were my R.E. taxes, snow removal, lawn mowing, heat, electric, water and fire/ and liability insurance
were only 1/4 of what I have to pay in rent. I had recently restored my home 100%. I could have lived there for the rest if my life and wouldn't have to had to spend a dime as it was all maintenance free.
Perhaps replace the furnace if I lived to be 97. I purchased my home in 1967 for $6000. and sold it for $106,000. Plus being older than 65 I could have received some Homestead Tax Relief. Low income, I could have also received a heat subsidy also ....both of which I choose not to use when I lived in my home. Plus the factor of living in housing for Seniors isn't all what it is played up to be.
The land lords never mention having to live with 200 cantankerous women who led their wives around for 50 years and try to do the same to their neighbors. Oh another thing they all sleep with their dogs and cats. Dog piss on the carpets and defecate anywhere outside. So there isn't even a nice fresh patch of green grass you can put your lawn chair outside and enjoy the weather. Oh and another thing the landlords don't tell you they set the automatic washers with little or no rinse cycle to save on their water bill. Pathetic....and wishing I could turn the clock back and living in my nice clean comfortable home.
Not a lot there to make one change their mind to keep their house. Even if house not paid off, rent where I live is higher than my house payment, which includes taxes and insurance. Let alone, that more likely than not, the house will grow in value, even if only minimal. Not much to think over for me. I'm retired, and checked things out. My house was not paid off when I retired, due to 3 job transfers to other cities in 15 years. No, it was cheaper for me to keep my house and try and build more equity. This article reflects the thinking of all who bought up foreclosures and hope to rent them and make a nice profit.
Might be easier to dispose of those pesky old people if they don't own property.
Sounds like The Ministry of Propaganda may have a new directive after the campaigns to stop PSA tests, colonoscopies, breast exams,; not to mention the Medicare cutbacks, and the ever popular death panel program. There were daily stories about retiring to another country, now we get sell off your property?
Waited my whole life to be old and this is what I get?
Copyright © 2014 Microsoft. All rights reserved.
Fundamental company data and historical chart data provided by Morningstar Inc. Real-time index quotes and delayed quotes supplied by Morningstar Inc. Quotes delayed by up to 15 minutes, except where indicated otherwise. Fund summary, fund performance and dividend data provided by Morningstar Inc. Analyst recommendations provided by Zacks Investment Research. StockScouter data provided by Verus Analytics. IPO data provided by Hoover's Inc. Index membership data provided by Morningstar Inc.
Occupy Wall Street bought and forgave the student loan debt of more than 2,700 Everest College students.


text:
My so far confirmed cons are Anime North 2014 and Colossalcon 2014. Same as usual, schedules for these cons will go up around a month prior to the con itself. Anime North will be a bit tricky, hopefully I can get Saturday and Sunday off, but I'm mainly planning for Saturday at the moment.
I hope everyone is doing well in the new year!! I look forward to great times with you all!!

subset: commoncrawl


text:
About UsBrotherhood Mission
Brotherhood Mission
Rev. M. Anton Cruz, launched Brotherhood Missions with a Humanitarian and global vision, closely backed by Christian policies and principles. This Mission concentrates mainly on the Destitute and hopeless street Children .
Childhood is a time to play, to dream to explore this world and learn new things constantly. But there are many children in India, who hardly get to know this perspective of life. They are pushed beyond human extremes for basic necessities like food and shelter. When this is the case, survival becomes a daily affair. Brotherhood Missions strives to uplift these children and show them the lives that they have been missing out.
We lift these children from the streets, educate them give them shelter and good food, in our various homes. We also teach them the Bible and methods of Christian worship. We have currently four such homes spread across the state, each home concentrating on particular criteria of children.
"The stone that has been rejected by the Builders, has become the Corner Stone" "Given a chance, any child will shine, and all Children are God¡¦s Children, lets look upon them as one and alike"
In 1992, Rev. Anton and his wife Jessy took the children of the lepers, prostitutes and gypsies and rented a house in prime beach property in Madras, India. They rented here in obedience to what the Lord had spoken but it felt to them like Jericho, a place of intense spiritual warfare.
Since it felt like Jericho, they started a Jericho march. The children would go out each morning at 6am, going from house to house praying for the families. The first year, they were binding the area in the name of Jesus. The second year, cleansing the area by the blood of Jesus. The third year, claiming the area for Jesus. Now, every day the children go out, two by two, even three to five years old, joining in the Jericho march to pray.
"Jesus, we claim this area for You. Jesus, I claim this family for You. Jesus, I claim the children in this home for You. Bless them." This is being done for almost 10 years in front of every home in the neighborhood.
The high caste people were offended that these untouchable children were in their neighborhood. The owner of the home that Brotherhood Missions was renting came and said that they had to leave. Rev. Anton asked for some time to find another place, but they said, "no, you have to leave this minute." They took the children and all the furniture and threw them all out on the street in front of the house, then locked the door to the house. Rev. Anton told me, "when something like this happens, it is from God. It is to bring humility." They waited upon the Lord for four days with all the furniture and belongings thrown out on the street.
They prayed Psalm 37: Trust in the Lord and do good; [so] shalt thou dwell in the land, And verily thou shalt be fed. Delight thyself also in the Lord; And He shall give thee the desires of thine heart. Commit thy way unto the Lord, Trust also in Him and He shall bring it to pass. And He shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, And thy judgement as the noonday. Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him, Fret not thyself because of him, who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.
T hen on the fourth day a rich man came. He told them that he had been building a house for his family for eleven years. The house was now complete and they were ready to move in. "I heard your story, and I thought that I was building this house for me and my children, but I was building it for you and your children." He then gave them the key, and they moved into new home! Until they get their own the owner has allowed the use of this house.
I was trained as a Catholic priest and served in the priesthood for nine years. I was an evangelist- preacher, which might be unusual for a Catholic priest in the USA, but can be common for a priest in India. The year of 1987, I experienced a life-changing event that impacted me to this very day. One day while in Tuticorin, India, I was approached by two small children who tugged at my clothes, pleading for me to follow them. My initial reaction was to offer money to the children for food or whatever they needed, but they refused to take it, insisting I follow them. The children led me to a small bundle and told me that it was a baby they found in the street. "Somebody has left a baby. This baby needs milk. Take this baby to your church and give him milk," the boys said. The boys were insistent and handed the baby to me and left. I wasn't used to this. I was used to crowds, but not to individual ministry, especially to young children. As I was on my way to the church, the baby died in my arms. That night I couldn't sleep, but wept before the Lord and sought direction. I cried out, "Why did you bring that baby to me just to have it die in my arms?" The Lord answered me saying, "You are a good preacher. You can preach to thousands of people, but can you love a baby?" From that moment on, this small child forever changed the direction of my life and ministry. This is the event the Lord used to begin the mission, which eventually became "Brotherhood Missions". Now Brotherhood Mission is supporting nearly 8000 children of lepers, gypsies, handicapped, child labour, thrown away babies and tsunami affected children. They are called the Royal Kids-Intercessor-Praying children. I thank the Lord for the vision He has given to me. -Rev. Anton Cruz
Pastor Anton Cruz


text:
08 July 2014
Animal - A major new International Journal of Animal Bioscience
Animal aims to publish original, cutting-edge research and horizon-scanning reviews on animal-related aspects of the life sciences at the molecular, cellular, organ, whole animal and production system levels. Emphasis...
08 July 2014
European College of Animal Welfare and Behavioural Medicine
The European College of Animal Welfare and Behavioural Medicine (abbrev.: ECAWBM) strives to provide animal owners and their veterinarians with veterinarians specialised in animal welfare and behavioural medicine through qualified...
12 May 2014
International Society Applied Ethology (ISAE)
ISAE is the leading association for people interested in the behaviour and welfare of confined or domesticated animals, including companion, farm, zoo and managed wild animal species!
12 May 2014
AWNN - Animal Welfare Network Nepal
The Animal Welfare Network Nepal (AWNN) was established in 2008 to increase the effectiveness of animal welfare organisations in Nepal.
08 May 2014
Animal Welfare
Measuring and protecting an animal's welfare requires attention to its physical and mental health. The actions and choices of people impact the welfare of all domestic and many wild animals....


text:
Share your favourite childhood memory with us
08 April 2008
According to a recent report published by UNICEF, the UK is the worst country in the developed world to grow up in. The Children's Society wants to change this and you can help.
To find out what you valued about your childhood we are gathering hundreds and thousands of childhood memories that will contribute to The Good Childhood® Inquiry, the UK's first independent inquiry into what makes a good childhood. This will help us understand how to make childhood better today.
So come on, tell us your favourite memory, whether it was wacky, heart-warming, or funny by visiting www.hundredsandthousands.org.uk
You can also visit one of these regional shopping centres throughout England to find out more about the campaign and share your favourite memories with us. We have already run roadshows in Essex and Watford, both of which have been a great success! We are also looking for local volunteers to help us staff the stands and encourage shoppers to leave their favourite childhood memories with us. So far we have collected over 4,000 memories at these road shows so if you would like to help us or just drop in, why not visit one of these shopping centres:
- Metro Centre, Newcastle, 7-13 April
- The Trafford Centre, Manchester, 21-27 April
- The Potteries, Stoke-on-Trent, 5-11 May
- The Bullring, Birmingham, 19-25 May
- West Quay, Southampton, 2-8 June
- Bluewater, Kent, 16-22 June
Below are some memories donated from people you might recognise. Find out more celebrity memories.
Chris Tarrant's memory
'One of my earliest childhood memories is of course my first ever day's fishing. My Granddad took me. I was just four years old, I caught a fish, dropped his rod and fell in the river. All in all, it was pretty typical of most of the fishing days I've spent since!'
George Michael
'One of my earliest childhood memories is being bitten on the hand by a goat at Golders Green Children's Zoo!'
Cliff Richard's memory
'It was Christmas and I was in India. Dad's office was throwing a party for the employees' kids and at one end of the room was a huge Christmas tree surrounded by loads of presents. One of them caught my eye - it was a bicycle, all wrapped up but you can't disguise a bicycle! And there, on a big label hanging from the handlebars, was my name - HARRY! (This was many years before I changed my name to Cliff!).
I couldn't hide my excitement and told my Dad. My dad's reply was devastating.''How do you know it's yours'', he said. ''You're not the only boy here whose name is Harry.
Later on all of us were seated around the tree as Father Christmas gave out the gifts. It seemed forever before he got to the bicycle.''This is for Harry'' he said. Long pause….''Harry Webb'' My heart leapt. It was my best Christmas ever!


text:
Lewes Bonfire Night
Lewes Bonfire Night
Lewes Bonfire Night
On November 5, I was sitting in the flat, sort of put out that we didn't really have any concrete plans to celebrate that ever-so-English holiday, Guy Fawkes Day or Bonfire Night. I'd been looking forward to it so much but we hadn't even seen so much as a firework so I googled Bonfire Night. What came up was a little article about the Lewes Bonfire Night celebrations. What New Orleans is to Mardi Gras, Lewes is to Bonfire Night. This little town, just half an hour from the southern coast of England, has the largest, most elaborate and most flamboyant celebrations in the world.
So, four of us made a last minute decision to take a train down to Lewes (pronounced Lewis) the next day, Monday the 6th. We bought our tickets for the hour-long train ride, hoping to find a seat. No such luck. Thousands of people take the trains down the country into Lewes just for this one night, so we stood most of the way. It was completely and utterly worth it.
The East End
Our British Life and Culture class took a trip to the East End of London the other day, just four or five stops down the Central line. I'd had few impressions of the East End before visiting but the few things I'd heard about it weren't good.
The East End is infamous rather than famous. It has gained a reputation for poverty, overcrowding, and crime, going all the way back to its most famous association (and one of its most unfortunate): Jack the Ripper, who murdered his prostitute victims in the Whitechapel district. East End residents understandably hate the Ripper attraction, although several enterprising people have managed to make small fortunes leading "Jack the Ripper tours" at night, taking tourists around the cramped and cobbled allies where the murders occurred.
In addition, a pretty controversial Scottish comedian joked this year that because the Olympics were taking place in the East End, the athletes would have to hone their skills even more than usual in order to discern which of the gun shots they heard was the starting rifle. That's enough to give you an idea of the East End's reputation.
Since the 17th century, the East End has been home to "outsiders" of various kinds. In the late 1600s, large numbers of Huguenots settled in the East End, fleeing persecution in France. They were weavers by trade so the area became the center of London's weaving industry. Several of the streets still have French names. The Irish, many of them also weavers, came to the East End in the 18th century. At the end of the 19th century, Jews fleeing pogroms in Eastern Europe came to the area. In the 1880s, there were over 150 synagogues in the East End. From the 1960s to now, the area has been the home of a large Bangladeshi population. Brick Lane is known as the Curry Mile, for all its Indian restaurants.
A street sign showing the French Huguenot legacy and the more recent Bangladeshi influence.
When I proposed going to Abbey Road the other day, I was advised that it wasn't really a thing worth doing. Apparently it's crowded and the drivers in the area have gotten so frustrated with tourists walking back and forth across the street that they don't stop any more, they just honk and leave it to you to get out of the way.
Still, I think we might go early in the morning and take our chances.
Does it matter?—losing your legs?…
For people will always be kind,
And you need not show that you mind
When the others come in after football
To gobble their muffins and eggs.
Does it matter?—losing your sight?…
There's such splendid work for the blind;
And people will always be kind,
As you sit on the terrace remembering
And turning your face to the light.
Do they matter?—those dreams from the pit?…
You can drink and forget and be glad,
And people won't say that you're mad;
For they'll know that you've fought for your country,
And no one will worry a bit.
Never such innocence,
Never before or since,
As changed itself to past
Without a word — the men
Leaving the gardens tidy,
The thousands of marriages
Lasting a little while longer:
Never such innocence again.
… O but every one
Was a bird; and the song was wordless; the singing will
never be done.
Daddy, what did you do in the Great War?


text:
Parks, Recreation, and Tourism; Environmental Science; Art, Architecture and Design
This collection is open for research; access requires at least 24 hours advance notice.
Gift of Charles E. Little through George F. Thompson, editor for Johns Hopkins University Press: February 28, 1991.
Gift of Charles E. Little through George F. Thompson, editor for Johns Hopkins University Press: February 28, 1991.
[Identification of Item], Charles E. Little Collection, Special Collections Research Center, North Carolina State University Libraries, Raleigh, North Carolina.
North Carolina State University does not own copyright to this collection. Individuals obtaining materials from the NCSU Libraries' Special Collections Research Center are responsible for using the works in conformance with United States copyright law as well as any donor restrictions accompanying the materials.
Little has written a number of books and magazine articles that have led to numerous changes in conservation policy, which include better approaches to cooperative planning for landscape areas, as well as national legislation for farmland protection. Books by Little include:
This collection consists of reference materials that Little compiled and used to write his book,
The first series of the collection,
Chapter Files, contains reference material and drafts of chapters for
These include several drafts of the chapters in
Information pertaining to the various greenway projects that Little researched, visited, and outlined in his book is included here. As outlined in the Introduction of
General reference information is housed here. Included in this series is an extensive list of national, regional, and state foundations, all potential funding sources for greenway projects. A toolbook called


text:
jobs and volunteer opportunities
For Email Marketing you can trust
Cape Cod Children's Place is a non-profit resource, referral and education center committed to high-quality care, support and advocacy for families with young children on the Lower and Outer Cape. We provide a supportive work environment and are committed to the ongoing professional development of our employees.
We welcome volunteers for a variety of activities If you would like to volunteer please contact us.
Calling all Substitutes!!
Cape Cod Children's Place/Sea Babies is looking for substitutes for our early education programs. Qualified candidates must have experience with early childhood or elementary school age children, take initiative, and show enthusiasm for young children. EEC Certification is a plus.
Interested applicants for all of these opportunities can send a cover letter, resume, and letters of reference to:
Cindy Horgan


text:
By mswatcher
via paulirish.com
Published: Oct 09 2012 / 09:42
I absolutely love developing for the clientside of the web. Delivering the actual interactions and UI that all users feel is an absolutely gratifying experience. However… it's not a piece of cake to develop for all desktop browsers, mobile browsers, and all the device/OS combinations within.


text:
|This article needs additional citations for verification. (April 2010)
|Michal Zalewski
|Operating system
|Linux, Windows
|OS fingerprinting
p0f is a versatile passive OS fingerprinting tool. p0f can identify the system on machines that connect to your box, machines you connect to, and even machines that merely go through or near your box even if the device is behind a packet firewall.
p0f will also detect what the remote system is hooked up to (be it Ethernet, DSL, OC3), how far it is located, what's its uptime. The latest beta can also detect masquerade or illegal network hook-ups (useful for ISPs and corporate networks). p0f can detect certain types of packet filters and NAT setups, and sometimes can determine the name of the other guy's ISP. It's still passive. It does not generate any network traffic. No name lookups, no traffic to the victim, no ARIN queries, no trace route.
p0f can identify the system on:
- machines that connect to your box (SYN mode)
- machines you connect to (SYN+ACK mode)
- machines you cannot connect to (RST+ mode)
- machines that talk through or near your box
But checking the system is not all p0f can do, p0f will also check the following:
- masquerading and firewall presence (useful for policy enforcement)
- the distance to the remote system and its uptime
- other guys' network hookup (DSL, OC3, avian carriers) and his ISP
Advantage over other fingerprinting tools[edit]
The passive nature of p0f is what sets it apart from the other fingerprinting tools. p0f passively listens to the network traffic without creating any extra packets. It determines the operating system of the remote host by analyzing certain fields in the captured packets. Due to this passive analysis, the remote system will not be able to detect the packet capture.
How it works[edit]
As mentioned above, p0f captures packets, and analyses it on the basis of certain fields. Time to live (TTL), Win, Don't Fragment and TOS are some of the fields used for OS fingerprinting by p0f. Values of these fields are compared with the signatures in a fingerprint file, which is stored in /etc/p0f/p0f.fp in most implementations of p0f. The user is allowed to use a different fingerprinting file by running p0f in a suitable mode.
p0f lacks a graphical user interface. It commands can be run from the terminal and a comprehensive list of p0f utility options is given below
Usage: p0f [ -f file ] [ -i device ] [ -s file ] [ -o file ] [ -w file ] [ -Q sock [ -0 ] ] [ -u user ] [ -FXVNDUKASCMROqtpvdlrx ] [ -c size ] [ -T nn ] [ -e nn ] [ 'filter rule' ] -f file - read fingerprints from file -i device - listen on this device -s file - read packets from tcpdump snapshot -o file - write to this logfile (implies -t) -w file - save packets to tcpdump snapshot -u user - chroot and setuid to this user -Q sock - listen on local socket for queries -0 - make src port 0 a wildcard (in query mode) -e ms - pcap capture timeout in milliseconds (default: 1) -c size - cache size for -Q and -M options -M - run masquerade detection -T nn - set masquerade detection threshold (1-200) -V - verbose masquerade flags reporting -F - use fuzzy matching (do not combine with -R) -N - do not report distances and link media -D - do not report OS details (just genre) -U - do not display unknown signatures -K - do not display known signatures (for tests) -S - report signatures even for known systems -A - go into SYN+ACK mode (semi-supported) -R - go into RST/RST+ACK mode (semi-supported) -O - go into stray ACK mode (barely supported) -r - resolve host names (not recommended) -q - be quiet - no banner -v - enable support for 802.1Q VLAN frames -p - switch card to promiscuous mode -d - daemon mode (fork into background) -l - use single-line output (easier to grep) -x - include full packet dump (for debugging) -X - display payload string (useful in RST mode) -C - run signature collision check -t - add timestamps to every entry 'Filter rule' is an optional pcap-style BPF expression (man tcpdump).
source :[1]
- ^ http://www.cougarsecurity.com/p0f
- ^ Jon Mark Allen, OS and Application Fingerprinting Techniques
- ^ http://lcamtuf.coredump.cx/p0f.shtml


text:
Category:Springer Science+Business Media academic journals
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
This category is for academic (including scientific) journals published by Springer Science+Business Media.
This category has only the following subcategory.
- ► BioMed Central academic journals (48 P)
Pages in category "Springer Science+Business Media academic journals"
The following 200 pages are in this category, out of 387 total. This list may not reflect recent changes (learn more).(previous 200) (next 200)
(previous 200) (next 200)


text:
Boy 8-Bit
We currently have no biography for this artist. You can contribute biographical information for Boy 8-Bit to Wikipedia, the user-contributed encyclopedia. If you know that a biography for Boy 8-Bit already exists in Wikipedia, you can add a link to Boy 8-Bit's entry in MusicBrainz.
Links & Information
- MySpace at https://myspace.com/boy8bit
- Last.fm page on Boy 8-Bit
- Discogs at discogs.com/artist/275045
- MusicBrainz entry on Boy 8-Bit
Links & information come from MusicBrainz. You can add or edit information about Boy 8-Bit at musicbrainz.org. Find out more about our use of this data. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites.


text:
Naomi Watts: Pregnant Biker Chick
One famous - and expecting - mom takes a dangerous ride on the streets.
We were pretty stunned to come across this photo of a very pregnant Naomi Watts riding on the back of a motorcycle with baby daddy Liev Schreiber. Thankfully she is wearing a helmet and sensible shoes, but considering the casual way she's leaning back on the bike, she doesn't seem too concerned about falling off - or about the safety of their baby.Is this any different than Britney driving her SUV with her five-month-old son Sean Preston sitting on her lap?
Naomi, you're a role model. What are you doing?
R u freakin' kidding me??? I own a bike and so does my husband. I would never ever ride it if I was pregnant!! Then again she is riding a Vespa….lol those aren't even "real" motorcycles!!
Maybe Liev needed the lumbar support.
Absolutly nothing wrong with this…..seriously….it's a freakin mo-ped,people are waaaay too cautious nowadays. Besides, maybe she's trying to help mother nature along, maybe hit a speedbump and pop out the baby…lol
Yea, it's a moped. Although I chose not to ride ours when I got pregnant, it was also because we only travel 55mph roads, not slower city streets. As to her being to casual, it doesn't actually take much holding on to stay on a bike.
I don't think there is anything wrong with this. I rode a regular bicycle when I was pregnant, there is not a huge difference. I think it's great that they are wearing helments.
Are you kidding? THIS is the kind of thing that involves attention? You could have found better things to write an artile about. How about the recent death of a five year old boy in Florida after his grandmother let him ride on her lap while driving the car and hit something, deploying the airbag and killing him and critically injuring herself. Please, find better newsworthy stuff.
She doesn't look like she's leaning back to me, if she leaned forward she wouldn't fit exactly, would she? If you know what you're doing, you don't fall off the back, plain and simple. She has her arms behind her to hang on to the seat.


text:
Book Review
Genre: Regency Period, Historical Romance, England
2013 Historical Romance of the Year Nominee
The Prince Catchers series, centering on three sisters determined to marry princes, begins with a bang. Even the slow start doesn't prevent readers from being enchanted by the sassy heroine, and her sharp dialogue keeps the dashing, arrogant hero on his toes. I Married the Duke is well written, carefully plotted and original. Ashe intrigues readers with an adventure, a romance and a mystery, all of which will keep them eager for the next installment.
Since childhood, Arabella Caulfield has believed the Gypsy prophecy that says she must marry a prince to find an heirloom that will lead to her long-lost father. She has only days to meet her prince and marry him, and she must convince "pirate" captain Lucien Westfall to take her to France. The new Duke of Lycombe is wary of the beautiful governess needing passage to his brother's castle. He fears she may be a spy sent by his family. Taking Arabella to her destination will keep her close enough for him to watch. When they are attacked by robbers, Lucien places his trust in Arabella and she realizes he's more of a man then any prince. (AVON, Sep., 370 pp., $7.99)
Reviewed By: Kathe Robin
Publisher: AVON
Published: September 2013


text:
Rights to "Jenny's Wedding" will be for sale at the American Film Market starting Nov. 6. The Solution is handling foreign territories, while CAA and Gersh are handling U.S. rights.
"Jenny's Wedding" is being financed by Merced Media Partners and PalmStar Media Capital. Exec producers are PalmStar's Kevin Frakes, Merced's Raj Brinder Singh and Stuart Brown, Lauren Selig and the Solution's Lisa Wilson and Myles Nestel.
Heigl will play the title character, who causes a massive sea change in the lives of her closely knit, highly conventional family when she finally decides to marry. Wilkinson and Emond will portray her parents.
"I am proud to bring writer/director Mary Agnes Donoghue's poignant story to life," Manning said. "Her vision of the family dynamic is unique, inspiring and highly entertaining, and we couldn't have assembled a better cast to bring the complexities of these characters to life, in what will surely make a highly impactful and very commercial film that will strike a chord with audiences everywhere."
Donoghue's writing credits include "Beaches," "White Oleander" and "Veronica Guerin." She previously directed "Paradise" from her own script.
"Jenny's Wedding" represents familiar thematic turf for Heigl, who played a 27-time bridesmaid in "27 Dresses." She will next be seen in "North of Hell" opposite Patrick Wilson.
Wilkinson appeared in two films shown at the Toronto Film Festival -- "Felony" and "Belle." Emond will next appear in Spike Lee's "Oldboy," and Gummer will be seen in Tommy Lee Jones' "The Homesman" alongside Meryl Streep and Hilary Swank as well as "Learning to Drive" with Ben Kingsley and Patricia Clarkson.
Heigl is repped by CAA, Wilkinson by Lou Coulson Associates and Principal Entertainment LA, Emond by CAA and the Susan Smith Company and Gummer by CAA and Anonymous Content. Matt Hooper of Foster Pepper negotiated the deals on behalf of the filmmakers.
2013 Variety Media, LLC, a subsidiary of Penske Business Media; Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC
Related stories
Alice Eve Boards Chris Evans' '1:30 Train'
Olga Kurylenko Joins Russell Crowe In 'Water Diviner'


text:
New Improved tacogirl
When ever Paul redoes a website for me it seems to happen close to my birthday so it is no surprise that the style change we had been planning in May has come together in September. After seeing it up and playing around with new options I can definitely say It was worth the wait and I am very pleased with my new look – I hope you all like it too.
Some of the highlights are …
New and improved search function
Date and weather
Share buttons
Faster loading especially for those of us slower internet connections.
Birthday shout out to Sev – due to preparing for the launch of my new look it was 3:30 am last night when I was finally getting yesterdays post actually posted and I forgot to add it then.
Related posts
Comments (4)
Michele in Playa
Love the new look and functionality!! Nice work!!
Love the new look. I'm proud of you to keep on moving and changing with the times!
Hey TG it took me all of 2 seconds to know this was a great idea. Love the layout and can't wait to see it daily. Great job TB.
Thanks Michele – Ruthie and Amy – glad you all like it.


text:
(Services near Froedtert Hospital)
Questions? Contact Us
Wales, WI
University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2013
Froedtert Hospital
Advanced Heart Failure Clinic, Academia, Pulmonary Clinic, Anticoagulaton Clinic, MTM, Anemia Clinic, Inpatient Cardiology, DITTO/DAART (diabetes teams), Administration and Drug Policy
Expanding the role of the pharmacist in cardiology clinic
My dream job is to work as an ambulatory pharmacist, managing patients' medications and building relationships with those patients. I knew that a residency would expand my knowledge and offer me experiences to help me further my career and hopefully help me get my dream job.
Froedtert is a progressive hospital, where they are always continuing to build and offer new services. Their pharmacy services have been growing and continue to grow just since I have been here as a fourth year intern. The program also offers many different rotation opportunities and experiences. I feel like after leaving this program, I will be well rounded after getting experience in outpatient, ambulatory services, mail order, inpatient, etc.
Ambulatory care, primary care, cardiology and academia
I recently got married and I have been enjoying cooking and exploring Wauwatosa with my husband. I also have done triathlons and half-marathons. I just joined the Wisconsin Athletic Club, right across the street from Froedtert in hopes to stay in shape this year.
I enjoy a slightly smaller city than Milwaukee, so I end up doing a lot of things in Wauwatosa. I love all of the different restaurants in Wauwatosa: Hawaiian, Greek, Chinese, Mexican, etc, all within walking distance of my house. I also enjoy the bike path in Wauwatosa.


text:
Kentucky State Police have made an arrest after two robberies in Rockcastle County.
Troopers said Lee Speaks, 28, was arrested and charged with 1st degree robbery.
According to police, a man robbed the Citizens Bank in Brodhead around 5:40 p.m. on Friday.
They said he walked in holding a gun and demanded Monday. He ran off once he got the cash.
Troopers said it was a second robbery though that happened in Mount Vernon on Saturday that helped them identify and arrest the suspect.
© 2012 WTVQ-TV, LLC | Site Map | Terms of Use | Privacy Statement | FCC Compliance | Employment | Advertise on ABC36 | Contact Us
WTVQ.com supports children's privacy rights. All persons under the age of 13 MUST have parental permission to use this website and direct parental supervision is strongly recommended.


text:
Minox has announced a 'miniature masterpiece' in the shape of the DCC 5.1.
The camera - a 'tribute to classic, legendary design' according to Minox - features the specification of a conventional compact camera in a body a third of the size.
The DCC 5.1 offers a 5.1MP sensor and a rear-filling 2in display. As with normal Minnox cameras, the DCC 5.1 sports an additional optical viewfinder for framing images.
Design is important with the DCC 5.1, with small aspects such as a chrome-plated bass lens cap completing the feel of this fifties throwback. Optional accessories include both a teleconvertor and wide-angle convertor, as well as a Classic Camera flashgun.
No news on pricing or availability yet, but for more information visit the Minox webpage.


text:
Annamalai University Results 2014
Applicants who had taken admission in Annamalai University and are going to appear in Exams may check their Annamalai University Result 2014 soon for various educational Programmes.
Dear applicants you don't need to move here or there. On this page we are providing the details about University Results 2014. Applicants can also get Annamalai University Exam Schedule from the appropriate link.
Annamalai University has announced the result for DDE Various Course. Applicants can check their Annamalai University DDE Result by submitting some useful details.
Applicants must read given below points and get the details about how to check result for Annamalai University online Result. When the University will upload the result on its official website, we will upload the page at once for the convenience of the applicants.
Check Annamalai University Hall Ticket
To get the latest updates directly on your mail box, candidates may subscribe with our web portal as portalforjobs.com via email address.
How to check Annamalai University Result?
- Applicants are required to open the Annamalai University official website that is www.annamalaiuniversity.ac.in.
- Then go on the Examination Result link which provides in the middle side on the home page.
- Now applicants must enter your Roll/Register Number.
- The result will be generated.
- Applicants are advised to keep safe their result for future use.
Precautions while checking Result
Dear Students! You keep touch with our job portal to see more updates about Annamalai University. You can subscribe Free Email facility which is provided by our team of portal. You can catch the Annamalai University updates in your email with many of government & private jobs notification 2014.
We send you all news of your Annamalai University such that registration form dates, back paper date sheet, exam date sheet, result, etc.
Note: Applicants can check result through this link: Check Result
Check Annamalai University Counselling List
What to do After Graduation?-> Check Here


text:
Diocesan Transportation Policy
9/24/2013 - Important Memo from Bishop Fellhauer
regarding Transportation policy and CCD Class Ratios
Click Here for Complete Memo.
The Diocesan Transportation Policy is designed to ensure the safe and responsible transportation of all people and property involved in diocesan activities. Adherence to the guidelines and procedures of the Transportation Policy is mandatory for all employees and volunteers transporting people or property on behalf of the Diocese of Victoria and any of it's parishes, schools or offices.
Here you will find all of the information and documents you need to obtain and maintain compliance with the Diocesan Transportation Policy.
The diocese highly recommends that all people involved in church, school or other ministries download and read the Diocesan Transportation Policy Handbook to become familiar with the requirements and expectations of the policy.
To get started visit our Compliance Checklists page for a step-by-step listing of forms and requirements an individual must complete to obtain compliance.


text:
Graduate Program & Overview
- Graduate applications for East-West Center scholarship are due NOVEMBER 1!
- All other applications are due January 15.
- Application Guideline
Research and Teaching Areas
The graduate program of the Department of Economics is designed for students from across the globe who wish to acquire theoretical and quantitative skills for use in careers in government, academia, research, or business. The Department provides one of the world's leading programs specializing in the economies of the Asia-Pacific region. Graduate students receive an outstanding and challenging education in economic theory, econometrics, and public policy applications. Our program offers M.A. and Ph.D. degrees and admits students to both programs. The department has a close working relationship with the East-West Center, a federal research and educational institution that specializes in the Asia-Pacific region and is located on the University of Hawaii campus.
Our location in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, our proximity to the East-West Center, and our multicultural graduate student body provide us with a natural comparative advantage in studying the structure and public policies of Asia-Pacific economies. Click through the links to the upper left to see complete information about our programs, including application procedures; academic preparation necessary for admission; tuition, fees, and financial support; graduate courses offered by the department; the graduate student body; and funding opportunities.
The University of Hawai'i at ManoaThe University of Hawai'i at Manoa (UHM) is the major research institution in the ten-campus State of Hawai'i system of higher education. Founded in 1907 as a land-grant college specializing in agriculture and the mechanical arts, the campus was moved to a 300-acre site in Honolulu's Manoa Valley soon afterwards. With the addition of the College of Arts and Sciences, it became the University of Hawai'i in 1920 and has since grown into a nationally and internationally respected institution of higher learning.
UHM enrolls 20,051 students, 31% at the graduate level, and offers course work leading to bachelor's degrees in 87 fields of study, master's degrees in 85, and doctorates in 51. It also grants degrees in law and medicine and administers certificate programs. Most of these educational opportunities reflect and emphasize the unique geographical, physical, and socio-cultural setting of Hawai'i, as well as the countries and peoples of Asia, the Pacific Rim, and the islands of the Pacific.
The Department of EconomicsThe Department of Economics is one of 14 academic units in the College of Social Sciences, which in turn is one of four Colleges of Arts and Sciences. The department is housed on the fifth floor of Saunders Hall, a building shared by a number of social science departments and programs. As of September 2008, the department enrolls some 195 undergraduate majors and 59 graduate students. Since introducing a graduate program in the 1960s, the department has awarded over 190 doctoral and 300 master's degrees. Ph.D. and M.A. alumni of the department have successful careers as faculty members at major universities, entrepreneurs, and government policy experts in a variety of settings and institutions, especially in Asia and the Pacific. Faculty research interests make possible graduate field specializations with regional emphasis in the Asia-Pacific region. Resident faculty and visitors regularly present seminars and have established fruitful associations with prominent economic research institutions in the United States, Asia, and the Pacific, including the Asian Development Bank, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, the World Bank, and various universities throughout the world.
The East-West CenterThe East-West Center is an internationally recognized education and research organization established by the U.S. Congress in 1960 to strengthen understanding and relations between the United States and the countries of the Asia-Pacific region. The Center helps promote the establishment of a stable, peaceful and prosperous Asia-Pacific community in which the United States is a natural, valued and leading partner.
The Center carries out its mission through programs of cooperative study, training and research. Professionals and students from the United States, Asia and the Pacific study and work together at the East-West Center to better understand issues of common and critical concern and explore mutually beneficial ways of addressing them.
As a national and regional resource, the Center offers:
- an interdisciplinary research program that examines issues of critical importance in U.S.-Asia-Pacific relations;
- dialogue and professional enrichment programs that focus on groups central to the communication of ideas: the media, political and policy leaders, and educators;
- educational programs to develop the human resources needed by the United States and the Asia-Pacific region in an era of increased interdependence.
Fellowships offered by the East-West Center are a major source of financial support for graduate students in economics. For more information on East-West Center Fellowship application procedures, click here. To find out more about the East-West Center go to: http://www.EastWestCenter.org/


text:
Forgot Password? | Not a User? Sign up
Your browser does not support iframes.
By Kevin Kelly
Ky. Dept. of Fish & Wildlife Resources
The cooler temperatures and lower humidity that spread across Kentucky recently made it feel more like early fall than the dog days of summer.
Fall hunting season seems closer with a crispness in the air. And in reality, it isn't far off. Early fall squirrel season in Kentucky opens soon.
Spending time at the shooting range now not only is fun but it's also a surefire way to ensure you'll be ready when it counts this fall.
Kudos to the Kentucky High School Athletic Association for its action against Cordia last week.
In case you missed it – and if you were even remotely following sports in Kentucky last week, there is no way you could have – the governing body for high school sports in Kentucky laid down the law to Cordia last week.
It wasn't just a talking to or a slap of the wrist.
It was a good old-fashioned razor strap whipping with a long probation following.
Generations of hunters have honed basic hunting skills and techniques and provided tasty table fare by stalking the forest for squirrels.
For a young Chris Garland, squirrel hunting provided a gateway into the woods and remains a family tradition.
The Anderson County High School girls' soccer team earned a pair of wins in the Blue Grass State Games, defeating Henry County and Rowan County on July 26. Two more games, scheduled for July 27, were canceled due to the torrential rains that moved through the Lexington area.
The games do not count in the regular-season standings, but teams often use them as an opportunity to scrimmage against live opponents.
Against Henry, the Lady Bearcats took a 3-1 win as senior Claire Prater and freshmen Taylor Harley and Kinzie Roberts all scored.
The Anderson County High School boys' golf team finished sixth in its first two tournaments of 2014 season.
The Bearcats placed high in the prestigious Five-Star General Classic at Picadome on Friday, ahead of defending state champion West Jessamine and several other perennial powers. Louisville St. Xavier won the tournament with a five-over 293. Louisville Trinity was eighth strokes back in second place while West Jessamine's Connor Haas took individual honors with a 66.
The Central Kentucky Mudcats' 14-and-under baseball team ended its season last Tuesday with a pair of losses to the Kentucky Rockers at Anderson County High School's Barnes Memorial Field.
The Rockers took a 9-0 win in the opener, silencing the Mudcat bats.
"Connor Pike and Bailey Turner each pitched three innings for us. Neither of them threw bad," said Mudcat coach Chris Copenhaver. "They just hit the ball and we didn't."
The Rockers broke a scoreless tie in the top of the fourth when they scored five runs.
Joe Taylor, an eighth-grade wrestler at Anderson County Middle School, recently placed fifth at the Midwest National Finals, held in Bloomington, Illinois, July 12.
Taylor competed in the seventh- and eighth-grade, 133- to 137-pound class.
Taylor, wrestling with the Bluegrass Warriors wrestling club of Louisville, split four bouts to place in the tournament.
Conor Cotton, a member of the Anderson County High School Class of 2014, signed to play baseball at Milligan College during a ceremony at the school last Wednesday.
Cotton, who was a pitcher and outfielder for Anderson County's regional runner-up team this spring, will man the same positions at Milligan, a Christian liberal arts college located near Johnson City, Tennessee. Cotton was named to the 30th District and Eighth Region all-tournament teams and received Anderson's Derek Wells Pitching Award and Bearcats' Most Valuable Player award.
Copyright © 2014
The Anderson News is your source for local news, sports, events, and information in Lawrenceburg, KY and the surrounding area.


text:
We bring you wide range of teas to buy online, ranging from the Premium Assam Tea (J9 Premium Tea & J9 Premium Green Tea) segment to the economic tea segment (Anokhi Tea), there is something special for every Tea Lover.
We strive to give every blend its own special Aroma, Flavor and Character. You have struck the treasure of Jivraj where you'll find different teas like Leaf Tea, Dust Tea, Fanning Tea, Teabags, Orthodox Tea, Green Tea etc. to suite your taste buds. So unwind yourself, take a journey across the exotic Indian Tea World, Buy Tea Online in just 3 easy steps & try something different from Jivraj today!


text:
Start learning with our library of video tutorials taught by experts. Get started
Introduces the new features offered to developers and consumers in Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, including a smoother UI, notifications, and security improvements.
"I am so glad that you have something for an absolute beginner. I love what you offer. You are helping to change my life and my circumstances." —Suzie D.
more from our members »


text:
Book your room at Hotel Carmen
Double Room, 1 Queen BedMax Occupancy: 2 guests (up to 1 child, 1 infant)
Twin Room, 2 Single BedsMax Occupancy: 2 guests (up to 1 child, 1 infant)
Double RoomMax Occupancy: 2 guests (up to 1 child, 1 infant)
Triple RoomMax Occupancy: 3 guests (up to 2 children, 2 infants)
Business Single RoomMax Occupancy: 1 guest
Economy Single Room, 1 Single BedMax Occupancy: 1 guest
4-star family-friendly hotel with a bar/lounge in Munich (Sendling)
This family-friendly hotel is located in Munich (Sendling), close to Westpark, Hellabrunn Zoo, and Theresienwiese. Also nearby are St. Paul's Church and Augustiner Brau.
Hotel Features
Hotel Carmen provides a bar/lounge, complimentary wireless Internet access, a porter/bellhop, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Room Amenities
LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guestrooms also feature complimentary wireless Internet access, minibars, and desks.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
At your hotel
At your hotel
A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A complimentary breakfast is offered. Public areas are equipped with complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access.
This 4-star property offers access to a business center and a meeting room. This family-friendly hotel also offers tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands.
- Concierge services
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Room service (limited hours)
- Porter/bellhop
- Express check-out
- Express check-in
- Multilingual staff
- 24-hour front desk
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Babysitting or childcare
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Laundry facilities
- Bar/lounge
- Elevator/lift
- Free breakfast
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Total number of rooms - 63
- Business center
- Tours/ticket assistance
- One meeting room
- Luggage storage
- Number of floors - 3
- Free Wi-Fi
- Number of buildings/towers - 2
Stay connected
Available in all rooms: Free Wi-Fi
Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi
In your room
- Pay movies
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Phone
- Minibar
- Daily housekeeping
- Private bathroom
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- Satellite TV service
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Cribs/infant beds available
- Complimentary newspaper
- Desk
- Free Wi-Fi
Eat and drink
A complimentary breakfast is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Cross-country skiing nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
The fine print for Hotel Carmen
When you arrive
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
How you can pay
Accepted at this hotel: American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, MasterCard, Visa
Your pets
Pets allowed, Only dogs are allowed
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Self parking fee: EUR 9 per night (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: EUR 8 per pet, per night
- Rollaway bed fee: EUR 36 per night


text:
Homebuilder stocks that are still worthwhile
They've been surging this year as the housing market finally revives, so the trick is finding attractively valued shares.
Not surprisingly, shares of homebuilders have posted some huge gains. D.R. Horton (DHI), which builds more homes than anyone else, has jumped more than 30% so far this year, while Toll Brothers (TOL), the largest builder of luxury homes, has gained more than 11%. KB Home (KBH) has rocketed more than 46% and even expects to be profitable this year, reversing a 2012 loss of $1.56 billon. Lennar (LEN), which last quarter tripled earnings, has risen more than 8%.
However, you can still find some compelling values among these stocks even though investors are already factoring the improving housing market into their prices.
Take D.R. Horton. CEO Donald J. Tomnitz recently said the first half of its 2013 fiscal year was "phenomenal" and that the company expects the second half to be "even better." The stock trades at price-to-earnings multiple of 8.52, the lowest of its peers. Analysts have a 52-week price target on the stock of $27, about 4% higher than where it currently trades.
Toll Brothers and Lennar are also fairly cheap, trading at multiples of about 13. They're also both trading under their 52-week price targets. Toll Brothers recently noted that the average price of homes it delivered rose 3.6% to $577,000. The Horsham, Pa., company would give investors exposure to the luxury consumer, although Toll disappointed earlier this year.
Lennar, which has said its spring selling season was off to a strong start, pays a dividend and Toll does not, which makes it a good second choice after D.R. Horton in this sector.
Jonathan Berr does not own shares of the listed stocks. Follow him on Twitter @jdberr.
Housing? New housing builds and smoke and mirror investment schemes is what got us in this mess. These clowns are/were a huge part of the problem, basically building housing for investors driven by cheap and easy money, greased by congress and the Fed and administered by Goldman, Leahman et al. The US must fundamentally and structurally change, which we have not. Not one thing has changed since 2008 except we spend more and borrow more digging ourselves deeper into a Greece-like situation. The lefties shouted during both of the last two elections, "we can't go back to the failed Bush policies" - hey folks, the #1 policy of Bush that caused the majority of the problems was the Fed policy; which the new pres has not only embraced but has 10-tupled down on. So when you hear, "we can't go back to the Bush era", tell them to shut up, we already there times 10.
Big home builders aren't going anywhere. Renovators and new companies specializing in affordable alternative and profit-generating home add-ons will have the legs. The future of housing is deterent on our ability to break free from oil reliance and create infrastructure that doesn't command most of our income for transportation and shelter costs.
Anybody notice that Fat Cat- an obvious retirement broker shyster- never seems to be with the times or the prevailing trends? It's pretty SCARY to think that he/she/it handles other people's monies. Makes you wonder if any of his clients are coherent or actually know what he posts on these blogs.
Is it just me that thinks that MSN puts out these articles at the WRONG TIME ?
Going into the summer months is the absolute worst time for housing.
And if you live in the mid west, you don't buy a home during tornado season-or the west during the fire season. people usually wait until that seasonal weather is past them.
Copyright © 2014 Microsoft. All rights reserved.
Fundamental company data and historical chart data provided by Morningstar Inc. Real-time index quotes and delayed quotes supplied by Morningstar Inc. Quotes delayed by up to 15 minutes, except where indicated otherwise. Fund summary, fund performance and dividend data provided by Morningstar Inc. Analyst recommendations provided by Zacks Investment Research. StockScouter data provided by Verus Analytics. IPO data provided by Hoover's Inc. Index membership data provided by Morningstar Inc.
Killer Companies is a look at companies in the headlines that are killing it and getting killed in the market today.
|There's a problem getting this information right now. Please try again later.
|There's a problem getting this information right now. Please try again later.


text:
CHICAGO, Ill. (WTAQ) - In a game where the Green Bay Packers' flaws were on display, the green and gold couldn't overcome penalties, poor special teams and a lack of a running game in a 20-17 loss to the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field Monday.
The Packers set a team record for penalties with 18 in the game, breaking the old mark of 17 set back in 1945, for 152 yards. Special teams helped add to that total, plus allowed Devin Hester to return a punt 62 yards for a touchdown.
Those 152 penalty yards far exceeded the 63 rushing yards for the green and gold.
With the game tied at 17, a Packers drive was negated around midfield when a pass caught by wide receiver James Jones was stripped by Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher and recovered by Tim Jennings.
The Bears then drove the length of the field, culminating with Robbie Gould's 19 yard field goal, which was the difference in the game.
Aaron Rodgers finished the night 34 of 45 for 316 yards with 1 TD and 1 interception. Rodgers also ran for a TD.
Get a full recap of the wild affair Tuesday with Mark Daniels and Nick Vitrano on the 5th Quarter starting at 5 p.m. only on 97.5/1360 News Talk WTAQ.


text:
I made it for the girls at work they loved it, I am going to try it with maple syrup.
Facebook crockpot apple breakfast
Community Recipe from
- 2 apples sliced
- 1/4 cup(s) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon(s) cinnamon
- salt pinch
- 2 cup(s) oatmeal
- 2 cup(s) milk
- 2 cup(s) water
- Place apples, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt in bottom of crockpot. Pour in oatmeal, milk and water. Do not stir. Cook overnight 8-9 hours on low.
September 2013
This recipe is a personal recipe added by TerraMS and has not been tested or endorsed by MyRecipes.
My Notes
Only you will be able to view, print, and edit this note.Add Note
Facebook crockpot apple breakfast Recipe at a Glance
- COURSE: Breakfast/Brunch
More Recipes for Main Dishes
Best Carrot CakeSouthern Living
Classic Beef Pot RoastCooking Light
Classic Baked Macaroni and CheeseSouthern Living
Find out what we've got cooking...
Get our Free Weekly Specials Newsletter filled with our favorite recipes, seasonal menus, and special features.
We Respect Your Privacy. Privacy Policy


text:
At the Movies: Risk Sharing and the Economics of Exhibition Contracts
AbstractThe current literature on sharing contracts emphasizes the importance of asymmetric information and typically assumes that one party is risk neutral while the other is risk averse. This paper describes a real-world contract that is widely used - the movie exhibition contract - and argues that asymmetric information is not the main feature of the environment that leads to sharing. The explanation that fits the facts better is simply that distributors and exhibitors are both risk averse. The analysis suggests that two-sided risk aversion is important in determining contracts.
Download InfoIf you experience problems downloading a file, check if you have the proper application to view it first. In case of further problems read the IDEAS help page. Note that these files are not on the IDEAS site. Please be patient as the files may be large.
Bibliographic InfoPaper provided by Claremont Colleges in its series Claremont Colleges Working Papers with number 2001-01.
Date of creation: Jan 2001
Date of revision:
Handle: RePEc:clm:clmeco:2001-01
Contact details of provider:
Postal: 500 E. 9th Street, Claremont, CA 91711
Phone: (909) 607-3041
Fax: (909) 621-8249
Web page: http://www.claremontmckenna.edu/rdschool/papers/
More information through EDIRC
Related researchKeywords: principal agent; licensing; entertainment; film; rental;
Find related papers by JEL classification:
- L14 - Industrial Organization - - Market Structure, Firm Strategy, and Market Performance - - - Transactional Relationships; Contracts and Reputation
- L22 - Industrial Organization - - Firm Objectives, Organization, and Behavior - - - Firm Organization and Market Structure
- L82 - Industrial Organization - - Industry Studies: Services - - - Entertainment; Media
ReferencesNo references listed on IDEAS
You can help add them by filling out this form.
CitationsCitations are extracted by the CitEc Project, subscribe to its RSS feed for this item.
Cited by:
- De Vany, Arthur S. & Walls, W. David, 2004. "Motion picture profit, the stable Paretian hypothesis, and the curse of the superstar," Journal of Economic Dynamics and Control, Elsevier, vol. 28(6), pages 1035-1057, March.
- Darren Filson, 2003. "Dynamic Common Agency, Vertical Integration, and Investment: The Economics of Movie Distribution," Claremont Colleges Working Papers 2003-07, Claremont Colleges.
ListsThis item is not listed on Wikipedia, on a reading list or among the top items on IDEAS.
StatisticsAccess and download statistics
CorrectionsWhen requesting a correction, please mention this item's handle: RePEc:clm:clmeco:2001-01. See general information about how to correct material in RePEc.
For technical questions regarding this item, or to correct its authors, title, abstract, bibliographic or download information, contact: ().
If you have authored this item and are not yet registered with RePEc, we encourage you to do it here. This allows to link your profile to this item. It also allows you to accept potential citations to this item that we are uncertain about.
If references are entirely missing, you can add them using this form.
If the full references list an item that is present in RePEc, but the system did not link to it, you can help with this form.
If you know of missing items citing this one, you can help us creating those links by adding the relevant references in the same way as above, for each refering item. If you are a registered author of this item, you may also want to check the "citations" tab in your profile, as there may be some citations waiting for confirmation.
Please note that corrections may take a couple of weeks to filter through the various RePEc services.


text:
Standard Calibrations
Work in HR? Unlock Free Profile
Standard Calibrations Jobs & Careers
Hiring? Post a Job
Are you hiring for Standard Calibrations, Inc.?
There are currently no job listings for this company. Post your job listing on Glassdoor to a community of over 20 million career-minded candidates.Post a Job


text:
Krups ProEdition FLF3-1W Cordless Electric Kettle
- Capacity: 1.6 Liter
- Automatic shut-off: With Automatic Shut-Off
- Power: 1750 W
- Design: Jug
- Concealed Element: With Concealed Element
Similar in Electric KettlesMore suggestions in Electric Kettles »
- Overview
- Compare Prices
Consumer Reviews
Showing 1 - 7 of 7 Reviews
Do not buy this kettle
The kettle is remarkably fast at boiling water but that is where it ends. After 5 months of 2 adult users the cap pops off and the on/off switch malfunctions. I have to keep close by the kettle to keep turning it on until finally it catches & boils the water. I threw out the box because it was... Read full review »
Good looking and functional
The convenience of an electric kettle that is not tethered to a socket is as much a leap forward as when the kettle left the stovetop...
Now with so many to choose from I looked first for good appearance and utility in a smaller unit. This Krups has no unsightly lumps or bumps, which equates... Read full review »
I was very disappointed with my Krups kettle. I was forced to return it after a couple months. Thank heaven that bed bath and beyond has such a good return policy.
It is very attractive. Black with steel accents. Of course the steel accent on the lid came off within a week ! The cord can... Read full review »
Krups Kettle FL3
I had bought this Krups FL3 stainless steel for the fact that the power cord was not attached to the main unit. This design seemed to be convenient so that you need not plug and unplug from the power to fill the kettle. This however is the major design flaw. Having the unit less than a year the... Read full review »
Burned me in multiple ways
I just bought a Krups FLF 3 and it is going back to the store the same day.
I bought the unit to replace a Krups AC17 kettle I have had for years. The unit I was replacing started to steam through the handle; so it was its time to go.
I followed the user guide and rinsed the... Read full review »
Don't buy this kettle
Bought it at The Bay.
First kettle developed rust pits on the bottom.
Second kettle stopped working after six months.
Not what I expect from a $90 kettle. Read full review »
Boils well. Lid can be tricky to replace.
The stainless steel design looks better than some of the white plastic kettles. [I should point out that currently (May 2006) Epinions is showing the wrong photo - they are showing the black model not the brushed stainless model which has a black handle.] However this does have a safety implication... Read full review »
See Related Products
Most Popular In Electric Kettles
Prices are provided by the merchants. We assume no responsibility for accuracy of price information provided by merchants. Please alert us to any pricing discrepancies and we will alert the merchant. Sales taxes are estimated at the zip code level. Shipping costs are estimates. Please check store for exact shipping costs. To learn more about why certain stores are listed on the site, click here
Product specifications are obtained from third parties, and while we make every effort to assure the accuracy of product information, we do not assume any liability for inaccuracies. Store ratings and product reviews are written and submitted by online shoppers to assist you as you shop. They do not reflect our opinions. We take no responsibility for the content of ratings and reviews submitted by users.
Copyright © 2000-2014 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved


text:
Read what other Viator.com travelers think about the St Thomas Shore Excursion: Coral World Ocean Park General Admission Ticket. What they loved, what they liked and what they think could be improved, it's all here to help you make the most of your next trip.
Click here for tour details, schedule and pricing
We very much enjoyed Coral World. Unfortunately our friends who were to join us were caught in the bad snow storm that hit the east coast! They missed the cruise and vacation with us. I contacted Viator for refund of 2 tickets we could not use but I recieved no response from them I am disappointed.
Note from Viator: Hi Lisa - thanks for your feedback and I'm glad you had a good time at Coral World. Our customer service team will be in touch with you shortly in regards to the refund of the other tickets.
Very enjoyable afternoon, the people at Coral World were knowledgeable about the sharks and other aquatic life. The young man who took us in shark shallows was awesome! Only negative $20 taxi ride per person on top of the admission price!
It would have been nice to have been met at the port gate and be a round trip included in the price since I have mobility issues but the excursion was at my pace and very enjoyable. Considering the time of year, it was very pleasant and comfortable.
This is a small park and doesn't take long to do...There is no transportation there from Viators so you have to catch a taxi or shuttle and that can be expensive if more than 2 people going....I would like Viators to provide transportation to and from and then you don't have to worry...but we enjoyed ourselves
the facility was a little small and worn, but the kids enjoyed the sea-lion show


text:
Featured News - Current News - Archived News - News Categories
Healing service plannedby jmaloni
Thu, Feb 9th 2012 05:30 am
Any individual or family in need of physical or emotional healing is invited to attend a healing service at Wheatfield Community Church.
Healing services are held the third Friday of each month at 7 p.m. at the church located at 3571 Niagara Falls Blvd., in Wheatfield at the Meadowbrook Square Plaza. All are welcome to attend. Upcoming dates include Feb. 17 and March 16.
For more info, call 553-3794 or go to www.wheatfieldcommunitychurch.org.
Categories: ~ Tribune ~


text:
Next, you'll be asked to connect with Twitter. Rest assured, we will never send a tweet from your account
without your permission.
We will send you an email with an invite soon.
From @RamonRay: Ninchat Removes Limits From Team Collaboration: Video Interview with Jari Jaanto at SXSW 2013 http://t.co/ptl7Sl1C2r
RT @JesseLynStoner: RT @leaderchat: Let's Stop Confusing Cooperation and Teamwork with Collaboration By @JesseLynStoner ~Thanks Dave
RT @0rchestro: How does On-Shelf Availability solutions help better collaboration btwn suppliers & retailers? Visit us at ...
From @RamonRay: Dell's New XPS 18 All-In-One: Video Interview with Neil Hand at SXSW 2013
From @RamonRay: Soap Warehouse Finds New Ways To Use Social Media To Get Sales: Video Interview with Linda Chamb...
Dell's New XPS 18 All-In-One: Video Interview with Neil Hand at SXSW 2013
See what's Trending Now for @shashib
Follow @shashib on Twitter


text:
Merlin AU: Lancelot and Gwaine are Morgana's knights.
"Long live the Queen."
Morgana/Gwaine A U| Morgana and Gwaine meet before she turns evil
"Tell me, Merlin. Who is that girl? The one that saved me."
"That girl, is the king's ward. She's the Lady Morgana."
"There is winter in your soul, Morgana," he tells her.
It's an insult, a jibe, a cruel slight the pretty knight meant to rile her up. But she won't be riled. So what if she was ice and bitter cold? All the better to be numb from it than to feel. What good did feelings ever do for her? They weakened her. She had once cared for father, for her mother, for Morgause, but one by one each was taken from her. They tried to trick her to care for them, but she realizes now that that was all Uther's trickery. So no, she will not let Gwaine and his glib tongue shake her. She was indeed winter, frigid, and cruel. It's what they've made her to be.
"It must be why I adapt so well to these mountains," she replies with a sneer, before waving her hands for the guards to take him away.
"Until we meet again, my lady!" he shouts after her, still always a jester even at the worst.
She turns her back to him, but in the drafty air, she catches his whisper.
"Even long winters eventually thaw into spring."
I can feel you behind my eyes.
Leave me out with the waste
This is not what I do
It's the wrong kind of place
To be thinking of you


text:
Choose the right business partner
Find out how the range of BlackBerry® 10 devices helps you and your business take charge.
Promo style changes
Find out how the range of BlackBerry® 10 devices helps you and your business take charge.
H4 un-bold
H4 un-bold
BB 10 custom link
Promo Styles
*Additional Terms and Conditions will apply.
Promo Style
"We're really looking forward to BlackBerry® Enterprise Service 10 – to take advantage of its new enhanced features so that we can have more manageability, more security and control of the third party devices in our environment."Mark Kirby Vice President, Global Technology Services, McCain Foods Ltd
McCain Foods Ltd. and Air Canada are both long-time BlackBerry customers and see BlackBerry 10 as the next, natural evolution of their mobile strategy. Both companies are excited about deploying BlackBerry 10 devices because they're modern and sleek, with an exceptional touchscreen experience. BlackBerry 10 also reflects what their employees want -- a device that can do it all. Features such as BlackBerry Balance are seen as an ideal way to secure corporate data, while also allowing people to access their personal apps and files. Each organization considers app development on BlackBerry 10 an attractive possibility, and highlights the management features of the overall platform.
United States


text:
This is the official #OpFullerton Tumblr page. We will start this blog for all information regarding the murder of Kelly Thomas and the dirty cops that took his life.
What do we want? We want justice for Kelly Thomas NOW!
#IamKellyThomas #OpFullerton #Anonymous #kellysarmy #policebrutality #opbart #OpCops #Power2ThePeople
#OpFullerton DA Office protest yesterday in Santa Ana only had 1 Anon present. The media cutted all the scenes with our Anon standing by the side of Kellys Army. I managed to find one media source that actually posted an image of that Anon!! In their article they didn't mention anything about any Anon's at the protest but non the less this proves that we were there.
The protest with live bands and food has been cancelled on 9/10 due to some permit issues… so this Saturday it will be a normal #OpFullerton protest. I still bring this good news
Huge Fundraiser - Saturday, Sept. 17, 3pm-8pmat Pomona and Wilshire, in the Fullerton Museum stage area (where the Farmers Market is held) Many bands (confirmed), Raffles, Lots of KTMF items for sale, Lots of food, Venders, and fun for all. Please attend and bring your friends and family members. You will start to see a lot of advertisement for this, as the bands are very well known. Because this is a fund raiser, Please BRING canned goods, clothing, or you can donate cash/checks………..All of the proceeds will go directly to feed and clothe the homeless via Kelly Thomas Memorial Fund (KTMF.org)
Sure I got into a fight here and there but NEVER did my opponent nor myself look anything like this afterwards. ARREST THE ROGUE COPS NOW! WE WANT JUSTICE FOR KELLY THOMAS NOW! #RIPKelly #PoliceBrutality #Anonymous #OpFullerton #kellysarmy #IamKellyThomas
#OpFullerton Kelly Thomas suffered brain injuries, a shattered nose, a smashed cheekbone, broken ribs and severe internal bleeding. #policebrutality #IamKellyThomas #KellysArmy #Anonymous #fullertonPD
Ron Thomas has said he wants criminal charges filed against the officers involved in the death of his son, Kelly Thomas.
Until recently, Thomas had expressed confidence in the district attorney's investigation, but this week, the father accused investigators of dragging their feet; during an appearance on KFI's "The John & Ken Show," he declared "war" on Dist. Atty. Tony Rackauckas' office.
Thomas has called for his son's supporters to protest in front of the district attorney's office in Santa Ana today.
"We must let him know that we will not go away, and that he must do the right thing," Thomas wrote in an email announcing the protest.
#OpFullerton WE DEMAND JUSTICE FOR KELLY THOMAS! D.A. STOP DRAGGING YOUR FEET! PUT THESE DIRTY PIGS IN JAIL AND STOP LETTING THEM WALK OUR STREETS! #IamKellyThomas #kellysarmy
#OpFullerton photo collection http://opfullerton.tumblr.com/images/


text:
By HealthMeUp | May 5, 2013, 2:19 pm IST Health & Fitness
Longer days and warmer temperatures make summer the perfect time to get in shape. If you slacked off during the cold winter months, the sunshine is a great motivator to go outdoors and increase your activity level. Mike Jackson – Nutritional Consultant at supplementing.com and Physique Transformation Specialist, shares some amazing slimming workouts. Check it out!


text:
With their fully renovated and perfectly curated Domaine des Andéols, Olivier and Patrizia Massart have rekindled the artistic soul of this one-of-a-kind country estate.
If great houses deserve caretakers to see them through to the next generation, then Domaine des Andéols has lucked out with Olivier Massart. Now 64, Massart was born in this Provençal home in the heart of the Luberon, his grandfather, a dentist, having bought it in 1918. Olivier's grandfather, however, was also a sculptor who spent much ...
"It's a house. Except it's not just a house. It's a way of living—a different sentiment, like being in a home without the bad parts, where you don't have to worry about the mundane."
... of his time creating the fountains, mosaics, and more that still decorate the house and gardens. "I grew up among all this beauty and art," says Olivier. "That's why I'm so attached to the place." Did it feel like an obligation, I ask, to bring it back to life? "No, not really," he says. "It was more of a dream."
At first, the idea was to turn Domaine des Andéols into a philanthropic venture to support artists. "In the summer, we would make it work as a hotel—a maison d'hôte—and in winter, as a foundation," says Olivier. "We have so many friends who are painters, photographers, sculptors," says Patrizia. "We're also enthusiastic collectors. So we knew there'd be reason for such a concept." "But we also soon worked out that an idea like this would require much more money than we had," says Olivier, laughing. "Maybe we will go back to the idea one day, but for now, Domaine des Andéols works just as it is—an aesthetically unique hotel that inspires in people a real passion for the visual arts. We want to share this point of view with as many like-minded guests as we can."
It is this spirit of connection, of genuine hospitality, that makes Domaine des Andéols different from your run-of-the-mill five-star. "How can I say it?" says Patrizia. "It's a house. Except it's not just a house. It's a way of living—a different sentiment, like being in a home without the bad parts, where you don't have to worry about the mundane. It's about feeling good, relaxed, about being comfortable among family." This effect owes much to the sheer beauty of the place: the buzz of crickets, the smell of dry heat on the lavender fields, the ducks that come back every spring to breed on the lake. It is the seductive simplicity of an architectural shape, a waft of rosemary-scented lamb emanating from the kitchen, the meal enjoyed under the canopy of a centuries-old plane tree. It is the changing light, the history—ancient and recent—in the buildings' bones. And it is the searingly fresh look that brings together Harry Bertoia's bright red 1952 chairs, created together with Florence Knoll, and photography by Daidō Moriyama.


text:
Watch Episodes
Outdoor Wisconsin - #2714
July 19, 2012
[Original Airdate: April 14, 2011] Dan Small fishes for walleyes in Sturgeon Bay with guide Steve Miljat. In the first of a two part series on kayaks designed for fishing Judy Nugent takes a look at selecting kayak types, including rod selection, nets, and equipment storage. Former Outdoor Wisconsin producer Nancy Frank gives viewers a profile of The Pike Lake Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest.


text:
Sign up for Yardbarker's daily Top 10 newsletter, the Morning Bark! Customize to get news on your favorite sports and teams.
Found February 06, 2013 on NESN.com:
PLAYERS: Alex Rodriguez, Melky Cabrera, Bartolo Colon, Yasmani Grandal
TEAMS: New York Yankees, Toronto Blue Jays, Oakland Athletics, San Diego Padres
TEAMS: New York Yankees, Toronto Blue Jays, Oakland Athletics, San Diego Padres
Ryan Braun's image just suffered another hit, regardless of what ultimately comes of the new allegations against him. According to a Yahoo! Sports report, Braun's name appears on records from the South Florida clinic that allegedly supplied Alex Rodriguez and other majors leaguers with performance-enhancing drugs. Braun has since issued a statement saying that his attorneys consulted with the clinic's chief, Anthony Bosch, while preparing for a successful appeal of the outfielder's 50-game suspension last season. Braun also said that he has nothing to hide regarding the situation, and that he has never had any other relationship with Bosch. At this point, though, plenty of damage has already been done to Braun's reputation, no matter what the findings of this still-developing story end up showing. The mere link to the Biogenesis clinic in the wake of last year's situation is not only enough to reopen the conversation about Braun's innocence — or perhaps lackthereof — as it pertains ...
Original Story: http://nesn.com/2013/02/ryan-braun-in...
Comments are closed.
What do you think?To leave a comment, you can:
New York Yankees: The Alex Rodriguez conspiracy theory
A-Rod: Everyone is just out to get me
Yankees reportedly trying to protect Alex Rodriguez from paparazzi
Curt Schilling rips Alex Rodriguez for failing to be genuine.
Mariners Best Year May Have Been Worst Draft
Yankees Plan To Keep A-Rod's Rehab Location Secret
Yankees: Updates on the Alex Rodriguez PED scandal
Curt Schilling Says Alex Rodriguez Is 'Done,' Would Be 'Surprised' If Yankees Star Returned to Baseball
I smell sitcom! A-Rod, Derek Jeter reportedly interested in same apartment (pics)
Here's To The Future
MLB asks Florida for records in drug probe
UM baseball linked to MLB PED investigation
Ryan Braun Among Names In Biogenesis PEDs Scandal
MLB News
Delivered to your inbox
You'll also receive Yardbarker's daily Top 10, featuring the best sports stories from around the web. Customize your newsletter to get articles on your favorite sports and teams. And the best part? It's free!
Follow us on Twitter
|Latest Rumors
|Best of Yardbarker
Today's Best Stuff
For Bloggers
Join the Yardbarker Network for more promotion, traffic, and money.
Company Info
What is Yardbarker?
Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond.


text:
- Award-winning customer service
- Free shipping on orders over $50
- 30-day no-hassle returns
- Authorized distributor
- 100% secure shopping guaranteed
Transfer Case Lowering KitWe have 22 Items for Transfer Case Lowering Kit In-stock.
Select your Transfer Case Lowering Kit vehicle from the list below.
Select your Transfer Case Lowering Kit brand from the list below.
Want to prevent stress and driveline vibration from occurring to your ride? Thank your lucky stars because the transfer case lowering kit is here. What it does is lowers your ride's transfer case so that it is in a proper angle to help your car perform in its maximum performance. It also prevents the two conditions mentioned in the first sentence from happening. If you own a four-wheel drive, you'll find that this works like a charm. Using a transfer case lowering kit is an easy way to get your transfer case to the right position and angle. Since the kit already contains everything you will need, all you have to do is have the proper tools and hardware to install it. It also comes in different sizes, fit for vehicles raised in varying heights. Make sure you get one that is compatible with your ride. Otherwise, you might not be able to achieve the results that you want. Get the perfect fit for your ride by letting Auto Parts Warehouse select a transfer case lowering kit that's best for your ride. Just provide your ride's details and we'll take care of everything for you. Buy now!
Transfer Case Lowering Kit: The Driveline Vibrations Solution
Since you had your vehicle raised for some inches to give it a boost, now you are worrying about the driveline vibrations that you experience every time you're on the road. To correct your car's driveshaft alignment, we suggest that you try to lower your transfer case for about an inch or more. A transfer case lowering kit is a cheap and easy solution to get rid of unnecessary shakes that could cause damage to your car's other components.
Five tips to keep in mind
Though we cannot suggest the best brand of transfer case lowering kit to look for, here are some tips that you can use in finding the right one for your vehicle:
- Know your vehicle's specifications. Lowering kits are vehicle-specific; it is important to know the make, model, year of your car. You should also know how many inches your vehicle was raised. Most lowering kits specify a range (i.e., 2-4in, 4-8in) to give your transfer case the right lowering height to use.
- Determine the lowering height your car needs. You may want to ask an expert mechanic's opinion on how low your car should be to balance it with your driveshaft. This is also specified on the details of the kits sold--you should know this information first. Don't buy anything if you are not so sure about this detail.
- Inspect the kit details. A complete transfer case lowering kit should include the necessary brackets, mounting hardware, and an instruction guide. Otherwise, look for other kits that have these inclusions indicated and read reviews to look for the best brand suggestions of car enthusiasts. This kit features an easy bolt-on installation, so you can surely mount it by yourself.
- Choose the material type and color. Typically, the materials used in high quality lowering kits are aluminum spacers and powder-coated steel brackets. These are tested to be durable and corrosion resistant, so no need to worry about rust and premature wear. You can select, however, between red and black brackets, whichever looks best on your car.
- Consider the price. Buying a kit is usually cheaper than buying parts individually. A kit can be less than $50 up to $100, depending on the brand. We suggest that you look for the one with the best price and the longest warranty. This is to ensure that you can still replace the product if any problem occurs during installation or first months of use.
In a nutshell
Though there is a wide variety of transfer case lowering kit sold all over the Internet, your goal is to minimize your vehicle's driveline vibration, so it is best to look for the right kit that will correct your vehicle's alignment. Be equipped with all the information about your vehicle before buying car parts. After all, only the right kit will fit in your vehicle properly and perform its function-the right way.
Installing a Transfer Case Lowering Kit: Five Steps to a Shake-Free 4WD
Have you noticed unnecessary vibrations whenever you're driving your 4WD vehicle lately? This driveline vibration may be due to loose or worn parts, or poor car balance. A simple but sure remedy to eliminate these vibrations is installing a transfer case lowering kit. It will help lower your vehicle's transfer case and transmission, improving your driveline angles that will leave your car completely shake-free. This includes all the bolts and nuts you'll need, so installing the kit will be the least of your worries.
Difficulty level: Easy
Tools that you'll need:
- Floor jack
- Wrench set
- Screwdriver set
- Replacement transfer case lowering kit (includes linkage relocation bracket and mounting hardware)
Step 1: Park your car on a level surface. Place a floor jack under your vehicle's skid plate. It is a steel plate bolted in the underside of your car. Lift it until you have enough space to work on and ensure that there is a bit of pressure on the plate.
Step 2: Using a wrench, loosen the nuts in the skid plate. Begin from the center part and then loosen the bolts on the frame of the skid plate afterwards.
Step 3: You are now ready to install the new transfer case lowering kit. Lower the floor jack and skid plate at about 3 inches. Install the lowering kit per side and in between the skid plate and the frame.
Step 4: Use a flat washer when securing the bolts. Tighten all the bolts firmly using a wrench. Remove the floor jack.
Step 5: Test-drive and check for vibrations. Retighten bolts if necessary.
With its easy bolt-on feature, installing the transfer lowering kit is as simple as mounting hooks on your kitchen. In just five simple steps, you can now experience a smoother drive sans the vibrations on your 4WD vehicle.


text:
Alcaufar Vell
No availability found through our partners. Please contact the business directly or check some of our recommended alternatives.
How has this inn rated in the past?
Travelers also recommend:
TripAdvisor Reviews Alcaufar Vell San Luis
Travel Blogs from San Luis
Day 39
Sleeping in until noon we had to quickly get ready to meet the group for our canoe session. We walked to the town square where our tour manager found out we had already missed the bus as she tad been told the wrong time. This meant one thing...Off to Burger King for breaky. We all got taxis to Cara Morell beach and enjoyed the afternoon in the beautiful water until Alana got stung by a jelly ...
Day 38
... room we freshened up and went to am organised dinner....3 courses of amazing food but **** wine. We then all boarded a bus for an hour bus ride to Cova D'en Xoroi, a nightclub in a cave on the side of a cliff....view was amazing. Majority of people had had huge days and weren't really into it, but we did our best and got the bus home at ...
Mahon - Otley
We wake to clear blue skies, and it's lovely and warm as we walk up to the bus station for the final time. We catch the 09.45 bus for the ten minute ride to the airport. Menorca has been great and we buy a book on walks around the island, The Cami de Cavalls. ...
Mahon - San Tomas - Es Migjorn Gran
A welcome late start as the bus doesn't leave for Sant Tomas, a small town on the coast in the south of the island, until 12.15. The 10km walk starts with a kilometre along the sandy beaches which look stunning iwith blue sky and turquoise sea. It's a shame to leave as the walk cuts up the limestone gorge but it is equally impressive with trees, scrub, wild flowers against the white limestone. It's hot and eventually we arrive at the Cova de Coloms, ...
Mahon - Ciutadella - Santandia
A bus trip to the other end of the island to Ciutadella. Although early the 10.15 bus from Mahon is crowded, some standing! We both sleep on the us but wake as we approach Ciutadella. This town is a little gem, lovely old town, cathedral, port, a couple of large plazas one of which is dominated by an out of character obelisk. A walk out to harbour ...


text:
I need the kind of friend I can text, and they will come over, fuck me, and then watch reruns of good shows with me or something.
Where do I sign up?
A manly breakfast in honor of one of the manliest men I know. Here's to you Dex!
I couldn't resist the power! #starwars #skittles #darkside
Boba Fett tattoo


text:
The baby caps, which will be collected by the Kansas Children's Service League, will be distributed to new parents at participating hospitals across Kansas in November and December. The purpose of the caps is "to start conversations about both normal infant crying and the dangers of shaking," Taylor said in a news release.
Click here to read the whole story.
"We encourage clubs and community groups that knit and crochet to join this effort," said Ann Benson of the Maternal and Child Health Service at the Oklahoma State Department of Health. Benson helps lead the Injury Prevention Workgroup of Oklahoma's "Preparing for a Lifetime, It's Everyone's Responsibility" initiative to reduce infant deaths in the state. The Period of PURPLE® Crying and"CLICK for Babies"are two of the workgroup's projects. This marks the third year that Oklahoma is participating in the campaign with the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome and other partners throughout North America.
The need for Oklahoma volunteers to knit the brightly colored infant caps is emphasized by sobering statistics provided from the Oklahoma Child Death Review Board. "Our review of 10 years of child homicide data noted more than 75 percent of physical abuse deaths in Oklahoma's children were caused by abusive head trauma," said Lisa Rhoades, program manager for the board.
Click here to read the whole story.
"Public health nurse Rayna Joshu said she often educates expectant and new parents about what to expect when their babies cry. Joshu and Marcia Ward, both registered nurses with the maternal and child health staff at Cascade City-County Health Department, said they spend a lot of time educating about parenting and tailoring their lessons to the client.
"I try to tell families it happens to everyone; everyone feels overwhelmed," Joshu said.
New parents are taught to expect a period of peak crying when the babies reach an age of about 2 months, when some babies may cry five to six hours at a time."
Click here to read the whole story.
It's a little project with huge consequences. The hats help teach new parents about PURPLE crying, the normal but exhausting, frustrating and downright scary developmental phase infants go through and parents must endure. It's the period when a child cries long and loud, for no reason that can be discerned. It's hard on babies, harder still on parents. And it's the No. 1 trigger for the shaking and abuse of infants. Roughly 80 percent of all infants who are shaken suffer significant brain injuries, and more than 30 percent die. And purple hats can help prevent it.
Click here to read the whole story.
Shaken baby syndrome is the most common and most dangerous form of abuse in children under one. Approximately 80 percent of all infant who are shaken suffer significant brain injuries and upwards of 30 percent die as a result of their injuries.
This summer, knitters across Utah and the nation will be clicking their knitting needles together to make purple colored baby caps for the CLICK for Babies, Period of PURPLE Crying Caps campaign. The campaign aims to raise awareness about normal infant crying and the prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma.
Click here to read the whole story.
When Bob Logan's 6-month-old grandson, Devin, died of a severe brain injury in 2005 as a result of being shaken in a fit of rage by the baby's father, it would have been easy for Logan to remain angry for life and do nothing. Instead, he turned his tragedy into a mission to prevent other babies from suffering the same fate.
"I have an opportunity to help reach people, directly and indirectly, who may not know that it's not OK to shake a baby," Logan said from his Bridle Path Road home.
Click here to read the whole story.