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There are some things I came to think about and that I want to make clear, mostly for myself.
Since I can think, my mother was reading things about christianity and Jesus, I still don't know what confession she has, in which things she does believe and in which she don't.
Anyway, each Christmas Eve our family went to the church and only this one time in the year. I can't remember any other visits.
To this point it really didn't knew what it all was about and I haven't grown up with a forced believe in God. Gladly my mother didn't push her beliefs onto me or my brothers.
When I slowly recognized what was going on in the world, what religions are and on how many ways things are done to people, that are wrong and driven by certain religions and their followers,
I came to hate religions. That was kind of a rebellious phase of me, I was in my teenage years at this point and I didn't get why people can be so cruel to other people, especially to those with another race and religion when it was all in the name of a god (or gods) that is said to be Love. That wasn't love at all. I came to the conclusion I must be an atheist and all this stuff is wrong.
I also knew that I want to believe what I was seeing with my own eyes and I turned myself to science, biology and the exploration and vast beauty of our universe.
These were things I could touch, experience and believe in.
BUT, over the years, especially when I worked long time in a residental home for disabled people, I saw how much hope and love can originate from religion and gods.
I saw all these happy faces of people, who surely had a hard time in their lives, only because they knew they're blessed by the Lord (in which I still didn't believe).
I don't think they didn't get the concept of this at all, but they knew there was a helping hand somewhere.
There was a woman living there, that was really involved in this whole christianity thing,
she spend most of the money she got to people that lived on the streets and very often when we talked, she called me an angel, only because I was there when I was needed.
This made me think somehow.
At the same time I got deeper and deeper into the fact how the world, the animals and our universe work and how beautiful all these things are, how much I love every bit of this.
Everything was connected, we were created from star dust and this is where we're going again once all of it vanishes.
It is all so absolutely, enourmosly great, I came to the point of thinking "Why?"
We still cannot explain, why there was a Big Bang and what was before that and I'm sure, when we reach a certain point, you just can't explain things with science anymore.
I realized, that, in the purest core of all these happenings, at the most innocent essence of things, there is something that has nothing to do with a matter we can reason.
And this is, where I knew I can't rely only on science any longer and I started to question myself if I may be agnostic.
I still don't think this world was created as it is praised in every religion because there is proof that it wasn't. It just doesn't fit.
But what I surely believe is, that behind the borders we can explain and all this narrow-minded thinking, there is a unknown force, a purpose that started it all.
For some this must sound hilarious, but if you read all of this and told yourself before that everything has to happen in an explainable way: You could be wrong.
So my confession is, I think I am agnostic and I'm convinced that at the starting point of it all,
something happened that we can't and we will never be able to understand and that it is, in it's own defintion, divine.
The next time you look out of your window and see the world that is out there, think about it.
Thanks for taking your time.


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Mae Carol Jemison (born October 17, 1956) is an American physician and NASA astronaut. She became the first black woman to travel in space when she went into orbit aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour on September 12, 1992. After her medical education and a brief general practice, Jemison served in the Peace Corps from 1985 to 1987, when she was selected by NASA to join the astronaut corps. She resigned from NASA in 1993 to form a company researching the application of technology to daily life. [Continue reading.]


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Looking For An Honest Man Or Woman? Don't Go To D.C.
Washington already has a crummy reputation, and honestly, so does online dating. You know what? If you're dating online, and you're from Washington, either move or start lying about your location. But… wait, wouldn't that just throw you under the bus when it comes to this new study? Hmm. Better move then.
Before you just think I'm being an ass, let me explain. Whatsyourprice.com is a pretty big dating Web site that specializes in… well, date auctioning. That should be a piece of news on its own because that's downright wrong. Anyway, you go and bid on hot days with hot people. And yes, it's almost illegal because of anti-prostitution laws; but it's not yet, so you're free to find a hottie for $600 tomorrow night if you'd like. The Web site recently surveyed men and women around the country that both use and don't use the Web site and found some interesting news.
D.C. is not only the infidelity capital of the US, it's also the most dishonest city in the entire United States. I wonder if they're being dishonest about that, too. A whopping 37 percent of men in the D.C. area are lying on their profiles. Usually it's harmless stuff like career and education, and not number of kids, but still. That's a lot of liars.
Here's the top five list (Hint: don't move there, ladies):
1. Washington D.C.
2. San Francisco
3. New York (not the whole damn state, at least)
4. Philadelphia
5. Miami
But ladies, you are definitely not off the hook. You lie too. Here are your top five lying cities (and you lie about more than men):
1. Vegas
2. Washington D.C.
3. Atlanta (lies about your WEIGHT, ladies? Tsk tsk)
4. Las Angeles
5. New York
The survey included almost 20,000 people, so these numbers are probably fairly accurate.
What's sad about the whole thing is that 95 percent of men in Houston are honest and only 62 percent of women. Damn, that's a lose-lose if I haven't seen one before.
While I understand some people lie about some things because of insecurity or stupidity, I'm not sure why so many people lie about stupid crap like weight and height. I mean really, can't someone just… look at you and figure out if you've fibbed or not? I mean, some people won't notice, but some will, and they'll immediately pin you as a liar. That's so much worse than just telling the truth in the first place and never having to know if someone is only interested in you because you said that you were 5'4" on your profile and you're actually 5'3".
A young person's advice, straight from my own experience: Stop being a douche bag to those who may love you forever. That's exactly how you're forever alone, and that's exactly what you're trying to avoid because you're dating online, right? Just be honest if your eyes are brown and not green. In the end, the right person won't care… OK, that's a lie. They might care, but that's what contacts are for.


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It's finally here, the start of Batman's major story arc that will crossover to different members of the bat families comics and what a start it is. Much like the end of he Nightfall series, this kicks off with a weakened Bruce/Batman who is back in Wayne manor trying to rest. The talons attack fast as Bruce and Alfred quickly try to escape, Alfred heads to the bat cave where Bruce tries to fight off each owl member as he can but makes an escape for the roof. Again like Knightfall, Bruce is not wearing the bat suit but a dressing gown and doing his best to fight. Ultimately outnumbered he makes an escape for the chimney and leads to a secret entrance to the bat cave to meet up with Alfred. Unfortunately he is followed and the court of owls find out that it is Bruce Wayne who is the batman. Bruce at this point in time could care less about the court knowing that he is batman, he is just trying to survive.
Locking them self's in a room in the bat cave Bruce opens the door to reveal a new bat suit that that looks a lot like the Ironmonger from he Iron man series from marvel comics. Batman does not fight the court at this time but rather shows them that he cant be hurt. This gives Alfred time to send out a message to the other hero's of Gotham city, and members of the bat family, that He and Bruce have discovered that every major player that shapes Gotham city will be killed and must try to stop it, thus the tie-in begins and we will see this being played over the next few months in different issues of the batman series.
This issue is another near perfect issue from Scott Snyder. It plays out in good pace and you never lose track of the action. Again I would compare it to Knightfall as it has a similar story with some events that take place. It sets up the crossover story arc perfectly and gives the reader a sense of scare that the Court of owls have infiltrated (even the justice league have had a few run-ins with them.) A highly recommend this issue to any comic book fan!
Everything that has happened in the Scott Snyder run of Batman comics has came to the first big story arc of the year for DC. This story is to crossover into different DC titles that features most of the 'bat family' taking on the court of owls. Now anyone will agree with me that the Court of Owls story arc is one of the best to come out of the DC New 52 and it's all coming to an epic conclusion. Will Batman finally put this new enemy to rest or has that dark knight finally met his match?
The idea to bring in the bat family had to be done as we know batman cannot take on the Owls by himself. Over the years batman has always called Gotham City, His city and all that has came into question over the past 7 or 8 months. Its not just one villain batman must face but the Court of Owls is a society of people that are Taking Gotham City back and its up to the Bat society to stop them, thus carrying the story into different DC books.
Scott Snyder's Owls story has been one of my favorite since Batman RIP and its always great to watch the events unfold. This is something that i cant wait to get my hands on over the next few weeks and cant wait to see the epic end of this battle. Anyone who has not been reading Batman comics will not need to panic because if you are a batman fan you can always lift the Graphic novel that is set to come out after everything is reveled but I strongly recommend that people read through the first 7-8 issues of Batman because they have just go better and better as this story continues.
Books to include the Court of Owls:
- All-Star Western #9
- Batman #8-9
- Batman Annual #1
- Batman: The Dark Knight #9
- Batwing #9
- Batman and Robin #9
- Birds of Prey #9
- Batgirl #9
- Catwoman #9
- Detective Comics #9
- Nightwing #8-9
- Red Hood and the Outlaws #9
Anyone who reads Grant Morrison knows what to expect by now, he likes to tease and confuse the fans and Action Comics is shaping up to be just that but at the same time entertaining as hell! I love the way Morrison has taken Superman's origin story that we all know and love but made more out of it by bringing in the league of superheros and time travel. The issue opens with a group of villains plotting the downfall of earths strongest superhero, Superman, using the different kinds of kryptonite. It then sifts to superman and the league of superheros in a space station trying to repair the pod that superman arrived in back when he was just little baby Kal-El and this is where the action starts. The issue may not sound like a origin story but te league of superheros need to dive into superman's memories and look at his past and that is how the origin is told.
The Good: First off I have to say, Grant Morrison, love him or hate him he is doing a great job with Action Comics and always keeps me interested and on edge with what is going on in the story be it the main plot or the back story. The art team bring their A game with this issue yet again as the comic comes to live with the use of colors and every character looks great this series is beautiful to look at. pacing seams just right as I never got bored reading it, unlike superman comics where there is a few times that i want it to hurry up, and have to say I love the extra little story at the end that just brings us more familiar with Clark's life growing up in Smallville with the likes of John, Martha and Lana.
The Bad: The only bad thing i can say is that it does at times get a little confusing but not really a bad thing but something that a lot of people might get put off by this, there is also a lot of science talk in it and this can get a little jarring at times but not enough to put anyone off just make them think "o.k I can deal with that" but gives them reason for what they are doing. Sometimes the alien language can become annoying too.
The Verdict: All in all this is a great series to keep reading and the number 1 superman comic and, like I said, Grant Morrison is doing his best with the series and if you are a fan of his work you will not be disappointed definitely go pick up this book and get into the Superman series!
On a side not I just want to say this is also perfect for fans that got into superman by watching the TV show Smallville this is a good opportunity to see the real superman and how it should be done with parts of Clark's life in Smallville so if you want to learn more about Superman and expand on the Superman universe get these issues!
This issue kicks off where the last issue ends with Jill Hampton and Jack Houston or better known as Chase and Snakeskin discussing their plans to get into the new hotel casino run by the penguin and blow it out of Gotham City. Batman is busy tracking down a criminal who we find out has been killed by Chase while also trying to keep his new love interest happy who comes in the form of Charlotte, a Lois Lane type reporter who goes deep into danger to get a story but also has a more personal interest which i will not spoil.
The Good: After Detective Comics #5 I thought this story line would start to go down hill but this issue brought it right back up again for me as there was no time I was bored or even let down by what was happening. Tony Danial again doing a great job with the series and his writing skills are first class when it comes to this issue. Before reading this issue I had a look at the IGN review and they said they had trouble following what was happening but I thought it was easy right amount of action, dialogue and monologue. Tony Danial and the team has done a great job with the art in this issue I didn't see a part in the book that looked off or out of place so lots of credit for that.
The Bad: I cant help but feel that the Penguin, for now at least, does not feel like much of a threat and this issue does not help to big the penguin up for a good fight. This might be because of how good the dollmaker was as a villain. The cover is a little off putting to because we see batman fighting the penguin where as the issue does not have any conflict with the two. I think they could have made a cool cover with Snakeskin and Chase.
The Verdict: I enjoyed this issue but again its best to read the past issue again just as a refresh of whats going on but I was not disappointed like I was with the last issue and for "DC comics flagship title" it's still not on par with Scott Snyder's Batman Comics or the currant run of Batwoman but still enjoyable. Has a great end to make me want the next issue and can tell that the series will get better and for anyone that read my Dark Knight issue 5 review can tell i'm a big fan of the scarecrow and looking forward to his appearance in the next few months.
This series is getting a lot of hate and I can see why, it't not nearly as good as Batman or detective comics, hell it's not even as good as Batman and Robin (the comic not that god awful movie that we will never talk about!) but to be honest i really liked this issue. Now saying that I really liked it is giving it credit obviously but I didn't love it.
The good: The artwork is just great to look at. the characters are well drawn and one of my favorite villains are used and we don't get to see enough of and that's scarecrow. Now to come off the subject for just a moment I want to say that I love Christoper Nolan and what he has done for the Batman movie franchise but the only thing I didn't like is what he done with scarecrow aka Jonathan Crane. Where as Cillian Murphy played a great character he wasn't given enough time to be scarecrow thus scarecrow was pushed aside once again to be a recognizable villain for people who are not into the comics as much as I am thankfully this all changed with the release of Batman: Arkham asylum and become one of the best parts of the game and this brings me to my point, I love Scarecrow he can do something no other villain can do and that's bring out the fear in the dark knight and that's what he does in this issue with a surprise guest that everyone will be happy to see, no one will be dissapointed with his short but sweet issue.
The Bad: Now not everything in this issue is great I know what is going on in this issue but i had to go back and read up on past issues again to find out what is going on and that's the downfall of this series, where as we see all different great batman villains you forget what the plot is all about remember that white rabbit girl? well shes nowhere to be seen. I could be on my own in thinking the plot is disappointing or maybe its because the other Batman series that is going on has great plots and better writing. Though the writing in this issue is good its jut not on par with the other running series.
Final Verdict: If you like this series so far get this issue but if not then I wouldnt recommend it but , if like me, you are a fan of the scarecrow then you will be happy with it. the artwork is great and scarecrow is always pleasing to look at he's so damn creepy! but like I said its not as good as Detective Comics or Batman Comics and I would stick with them for now at least.
I'm a big fan of Grant Morrison when he worked on the batman series and I love the direction he is going with the superman series. Action Comics starts of with yet a gain Krypton about to collapse into itself like a neutron star and Jor-El and Lara trying to find a safe place to go to escape this madness. now we all know the story and brings up things that we thought they could have done but then realise that they could not, for instance they try to escape to the phantom zone but general Zod has different ideas and threatns to kill the El family so it leads to little Kal-El bing put into the ship and blasted to earth. Now this is all back story and told well and is nice to see a stoy that we all know and love told again in a different way.
This issue is not perfect however but I do enjoy the brainiac construct narrating throughout the story and telling us what is happening bring time travel into it and you have a good superman story. the art is particularly great and helps move the story along. I did get a bit confused halfway through the comic but after a re-read it all came full circle. I do not recommend you read if you have not been following the series so far but it is shaping up to be a great start to the superman mythos.
Its time for John to visit hell… again!. After john gets his coat back he is pushed into going back to hell to find his sister after his niece is driving him crazy. this is the start of a story line that i'm looking forward to hear more from as it is starting to go deep into Constantine's past and all the wrong that he has done and all the people that he has let go to hell.
The writers have done a good job establishing each character and gives a good reason to see John go back to hell. I also enjoy ho dark and Gothic the art is in this book so if you are a fan of horror comics you will not be disappointed. I never got bored of this series even after the trench coat business that went on this past few months and the art style is reminiscent of the suicide bridge annual that came out last month. This is the start of a new story line for John Constantine so if you are interested in horror and the supernatural you will not be disappointed and i recommend you pick up this issue.
First off I just want to say, if you haven't started reading Batwoman stop reading this review and go read it! its one of the best titles from DC's relaunch… on second thought keep reading then go read the book ;)
Kate Kane aka the Batwoman is wildly considered the black sheep of the bat-family. where as the likes of Robin and Batgirl have a somewhat close relationship with batman, batwoman likes to do things her own way and answers to no one and at first might put people off but this just adds more to the character. If you have been following the series so far you will know this is the end of the weeping woman story arc that kick starts a new one straight away and gives us a twist that I don't think anyone saw coming.
The art style in this series just gets better and better its gorgeous to look at and the way they draw batwoman in the shadows looks just as threatening as batman. Both J.H Williams and W. Haden Blackman ave done a wonderful job and has to be one of the , if not the best looking comic from DC's relaunch. This book has the perfect plot end and new opening, the right twist and a little cameo thrown in to make this one of the best the bat-family has to offer. Pick it up, you wont be disappointed!
Batman and Robin is fast becoming my favorite comic book from DC. this has to be the darkest robin by far. Damian is becoming a lose cannon this past few months. this time its all about Henri Ducard, his son Morgan and how he came to be the man he is and how much it mirrors Bruce and Damian's relationship as father and son and we also get to know how twisted Morgans mind really is when it comes to "doing the greater good".
The jump from the present to the past is a welcome in a batman comic and strange to see such bright art in such a dark comic but its a welcome and brings us back to the past. we all know Damian's story so there is no point getting into it but I don't think it will last long that hes turning to the dark side but it does make you think its possible that he will be pushed to the edge and his min will crack at some point.
I love the art in this series and this issue is no exception it really sets the mood for whats going on with Damian and with Bruce and leaves you satisfied but wanting more this issue seams like a breath before the plunge as it where because leaves us with a cliffhanger. not to spoil anything to much but will batman reach robin in time so he will not be lost for good to the madness of Morgan? we will find out next month!


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Alone in the Hell House, Steven thinks over Christmas. A little Christmas ficlet for you all. :)
All is calm, all is bright."
Sitting on the old porch of the Hell House, Steven looked out over the road. Lights glittered, dangling from the fronts of houses and Christmas trees, adorned with sparkling decorations sat in the windows. Just down the road, he could hear carol singers, young voices singing beautiful choruses.
"Round yon Virgin Mother and Child
Holy Infant so tender and mild."
But tonight was anything but peaceful for Steven. Instead, it was filled with dreams. Dreams of Christmas. Dreams of a family that cared. Dreams of sitting around a table, a huge meal laid out and gifts beneath a tree. But there was none of that. He'd be spending Christmas alone. As usual.
It was nothing new for Steven. He was used to being alone, used to fending for himself. But this year, just for once, he'd wanted it to be different. He'd wanted everything that the other kids had. He'd wanted there to be someone at home. But there was nothing. And now there was a mere sixty minutes until the clock rolled over and it became December 25th.
Steven sat for a moment longer, head dropping forward as he listened to the singers in the distance. They were getting further away; they wouldn't stop at this house, the last house on the block. The house where the scary guys with drugs and alcohol lived. No, they'd move on, carry on walking to safer places. Yet, Steven wished they would come by, if only for a moment and pass on some of their Christmas cheer. It would have brought a small smile to a face that was normally all smiles.
But not tonight it wasn't. Tonight it was filled with sadness, mirroring the cold heartache inside. All Steven wanted to find one gift, a single solitary gift, somewhere in the house. He'd hunted high and low long after everyone else had left, but could find nothing. Not even a scrap of colourful paper. Heartbroken, he'd wandered out and sat on the porch, watching the street's families come and go as he mourned the friends that had left him for the holiday. He couldn't believe it. Couldn't believe that not even Slash, his best fuckin' friend, had left him alone at the most magical time of the year. Steven had dropped plenty of hints but they had been ignored, the curly haired boy finally picking up a battered rucksack and heading back to his home. Steven had wondered about gate crashing but had thought better of it. He didn't want to upset anyone. Not at any time but especially not at Christmas. All the bubbly blonde wanted was a bit of happiness, a bit of sparkle in what was otherwise a mundane existence.
The voices disappeared, no longer carried to Steven's ears by the slight breeze. Sighing, he let the empty beer bottle that dangled from his fingers fall to the grass, his hand brushing the tear sodden hair from his eyes. That was the last of his Christmas spirit gone; from now until whenever it was whatever he could scrounge or steal. Sadly, he got to his feet and turned back into the house, heart heavy as he pushed the door open.
The run down house stood in darkness and Steven found himself kicking the debris of the previous few days parties out of the way. Bottles clattered around and cans crunched underfoot. Collapsing onto the beaten couch, Steven carried on staring through the window at the warm and welcoming homes that lay beyond it. He wondered if someone would welcome him in, if only for a few moments? He wondered if he could be the weary Christmas traveller, moving from house to house, accepting gifts of alcohol and food? But he highly doubted it. Even beyond their neighbourhood, the names of the members of Guns N' Roses were blackened like tar. Even if people didn't know their names, they would recognise their faces from the rash of interviews that had begun appearing in underground and mainstream papers alike. No, no-one would welcome him in. Steven knew there was no room at the inn for him this year.
The year before, he'd spent it with a girlfriend who'd spent Christmas giving him gifts of a sexual nature. And before that, he'd spent it with Slash, being spoilt rotten by his family. Sighing, he leaned back into the couch, looking at the twinkling fairy lights across the road. Again, he could feel tears beginning to prick at his eyes and he let his lower lip tremble, giving a little sob as the first tear slid down his cheek. Around him, the room was devoid of anything even remotely Christmassy. What were they supposed to do? All the money they had went on booze and drugs and instruments, not decorations that would have lasted all of thirty seconds in the manic household. Steven knew full well that Izzy or Axl would have found a creative use for strings of tinsel, while Duff would have wound baubles into his hair. Anything of an alcoholic nature would have gone straight down Slash's throat or been used to set any poor Christmas tree alight. No, there was no point decorating.
Biting his lip, Steven choked back another sob, fists rubbing against his eyes to try and chase the pathetic tears away. Why was he crying anyway? Because there was no one around? Because there was no joy or gifts to be shared? Or because he wanted to be part of a group of people that spent the holidays together? Deep down, Steven knew it was that and more.
"Silent night, holy night
All is calm, all is bright."
Voices, Steven could hear voices. Looking around himself he shook his head, confused. No, he wasn't hearing voices! Those kinds of thoughts weren't going to ruin his night any further. But they carried on, beautiful, lilting male voices, singing quietly.
"Round yon Virgin Mother and Child
Holy Infant so tender and mild."
Steven's eyes widened as the front door cracked open and someone, illuminated only by the candle they clutched in their hands, walked in. Sinking back into the couch, Steven found himself staring as not one, not two but four black clothed people walked in, candles held before them, voices quietly singing.
"Sleep in heavenly peace
Sleep in heavenly peace..."
The candles lit up faces, faces he distinctly recognised. Faces that shouldn't be there. Faces that should have been elsewhere.
"Guys?" he whispered, head cocking to one side.
A voice he recognised as Axl's kept up the quiet singing of the carol while the black haired boy they called Izzy, knelt in front of him, a warm smile on his pale face. Placing the candle to one side, Izzy reached beneath the long coat he worse and pulled out a bottle of crystal clear vodka. A bow was tied around the neck and he held it out to Steven.
"Happy Christmas," he whispered. "Did you honestly think we were going to leave you alone at Christmas?"
Steven nodded, frowning a little. "Yeah, yeah I did."
Izzy closed his eyes, the warm smile still on his lips as he shook his head, gesturing behind him. Slash and Duff, arms filled with food and carefully wrapped gifts.
"But..." Steven's voice trailed off as Izzy pressed a finger to his lips, the serene smile still gracing his lips.
"Don't ask questions, just enjoy." A piece of tinsel was was wrapped around Steven's neck as Izzy pressed his nose against the blonde's. A dark eye winked. "Enjoy now and we'll find a use for that tinsel later."
For the first time that evening, a smile lit Steven's face and he stood, letting himself be welcomed into the arms of the family he'd always wanted.


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A group of writers around the Fansided Network, myself included, submitted ballots for 2011 NFL postseason awards. The votes have been tallied and the results are in. What NFL players came out on top in the categories of Defensive Rookie of the Year, Offensive Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Offensive Player of the Year and the coveted NFL MVP.
Let us start off on the defensive side of the ball, with an impressive first-year player who exceeded expectations and helped his team on a winning streak that led them to the playoffs. The Fansided NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year goes to Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller, who received more than half of the first-place votes.
Miller's production fell off near the end of the season, like most rookies tend to do, but he still put together a very impressive rookie campaign.
The former Texas A&M star recorded 64 tackles on the season and forced two fumbles. His most impressive stat and the place he contributed the most on the field came from his unstoppable pass rushing ability. Miller put together 11.5 sacks.
The sky is the limit for Miller and the Broncos defensive if there is know sophomore slump. Many credited "Tebowmania" for the Broncos surge in the middle of the season, but their defense stepped up in a big way and carried the team on it's back. Miller was key in the defenses improvement.
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Aldon Smith came in second, during the voting, largely in part to his 14 sacks. Smith's pass rush has been off the charts and he has continued to contribute all the way through the playoffs. Third place went to JJ Watt of the Houston Texans, who contributed in all categories. Watt and the Texans had an unfortunate exit from the playoffs this past weekend.
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Hope Solo's Husband in Jail Again -- And Yes, She's Still Standing by Him
If you thought perhaps Hope Solo's new husband, Jerammy Stevens' legal woes may have blown over by now, think again! In fact, they only seem to be getting worse. Jerramy has been arrested again in Tampa, Florida after violating his probation from an October 2010 arrest for marijuana possession. Apparently, the violation resulted from the NFL player's November 12 alleged fourth-degree assault (for which charges were dropped) on then-fiancee Hope. And as the craaaaazy story goes, the two were hitched the next day. So bizarre, right?
So now, although Hope's new hubby is in jail and a bond has not yet been set, the U.S. women's soccer star seems to want the world to know that it's the media that's screwed up.
She told Larry Brown Sports:
It's unfortunate what the media can do to really judge before the facts are out there. It's hard to see, but it's a hard truth and it's part of life. I'm happy. I'm happily married. We never stand for domestic violence. I've never been hit in my life. It's unfortunate, and that's what the media can do.
And if that weren't enough, she also tweeted:
I feel bad for all the ignorance in the world. People are so quick to judge. The media spins stories in such dramatic fashion. I will continue to show love, and never make judgments. I am blessed w True Love & the beautiful game of soccer. I wish everybody the same happiness.
So, let's get this straight ... It sounds like Hope is rolling her eyes at anyone who thinks there might be a real problem here with the guy she chose to marry. She's laughing off these domestic abuse charges. And well, all right, the Washington state judge who handled Jerramy's hearing found no probable cause related to those charges, so maybe the media is making a lot of brouhaha over nothing. Maybe they really are blissfully happy, and this is all stemming from a complete misunderstanding or an unfortunate series of events?
As much as I'd like to give Hope the benefit of the doubt, I also wonder if she's being overly defensive about her husband and their new marriage. And it's so hard to believe that there's all this smoke without any fire of which to speak. At the very least, seems like Jerramy's got some baggage from his past that is now wreaking havoc on his -- and Hope's -- present. Fingers crossed, for their career's sake, that they get their act together and show (instead of tell) us that there's really nothing to worry about.
What do you make of Hope's new husband's latest arrest? Do you believe her?
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kelticmomNovember 29, 2012 at 12:14 PMWait a minute, "I've never been hit in my life"? Didn't she claim in her book that Maks slapped her and was abusive on DWTS? What a liar.
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That's right, kelticmom! She said he was rough with her, yelled at her and slapped her when she didn't do the steps right or when she forgot the moves.
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Please don't have children with this man Hope! PLEASE!!
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Soccer FanDecember 10, 2012 at 8:24 AMAlthough I am a big soccer fan of hers, and respect what she's done as a great soccer ambassador, this woman is completely delusional about her "bad boy" husband. Why-the-heck "good girls" go for "bad boys" is beyond me Read her husband's Wikipedia entry: 1998: assault, stomping on a man's face 1998: drugging, anal rape of young college student 2001: hit-and-run drunk driving of a nursing home and it goes on and on.... 2012: assaults Hope Solo, so she does the only sensible thing a "good girl" does with a "bad boy": she marries him.
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Dennis BoylonDecember 11, 2012 at 11:28 PMShe has a point. No charges came and he is in jail because of it. This is how the prison industrial complex works. They have to fork over money for court fees, legal fees, prison fees, loss of income, Attorney fees. This is how people are destroyed in America. There is no justice anymore. They get you in on for smoking marijuana and you become a criminal for life. Whether they proved you did anything or not. It is way we have a larger percentage of people in prison then Stalin did. We are the new USSA.
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6 talks on good design: TEDx honors the Global Public Interest Design 100 winners
Above, a static version of Public Interest Design's Global 100 graphic. Head to PublicInterestDesign.org to play with the interactive version »
Public Interest Design is a movement that seeks to recognize and celebrate architects, designers, and planners who work for social good. This month, the organization released the Global Public Interest Design 100, cataloging 100 designers who are changing the lives of people in need.
Here at TEDx, we were pleased to find quite a few of our speakers among the honorees. Below, we highlight just a small sample of those speakers. Get ready for 6 talks about the power of design to create change in the world.
The next generation of global health: Barbara Bush at TEDxBrooklyn
As she finished up her college career, Barbara Bush, daughter of former president George W. Bush, saw an opportunity to make a mark in the world — by asking members of her generation to join her in changing the face of public health. At TEDxBrooklyn, she explains how she got here, and tells the stories of some of the designers and planners working for her organization, Global Health Corps.
From PID: Barbara Bush is co-founder and CEO of Global Health Corps, which places and engages fellows—like Rwandan architects Christian Benimana and Commode Dushimimana of MASS Design Group—in developing nations to work towards improving health outcomes for the poor.
Architects are useless for societies: Shigeru Ban at TEDxTokyo
Most architects spend their careers building beautiful buildings for wealthy people. But great architecture has the power to not only to rebuild, but to inspire needy communities. At TEDxTokyo, Shigeru Ban shares some examples of his work helping to rebuild areas ravaged by natural disasters.
From PID: Shigeru Ban is principal of Shigeru Ban Architects and founder of the Volunteer Architects Network (VAN), known for his innovative construction techniques with recycled cardboard paper tubes as rapid response housing for disaster victims.
An easier way to collect water: Cynthia Koenig at TEDxGateway
In many developing nations, women spend up to six hours a day collecting clean water, which often must be carried for long distances. To aid in this essential task, Cynthia Koenig and her colleagues designed the Wello water wheel, a durable rolling water tank that will help ease the pain of water collection for thousands of women around the world.
From PID: Cynthia Koenig is Founder & CEO of Wello, a social venture reframing the water crisis as an opportunity by redesigning and producing the WaterWheel as an income-generating tool to lift their families out of poverty.
Designing for the right problems: Allan Chochinov at TEDxArtCenterCollegeOfDesign
As the language of design continues to evolve, are designers failing to see the forest for the trees? Allan Chochinov showcases several examples of contemporary design and he reminds us that not all of our problems are in need of fixes.
From PID: Allan Chochinov is editor-in-chief of Core77.com, which frequently celebrates social impact design, particularly through its Core77 Design Awards program, as well as co-founder of the MFA in Product Design program at the School of Visual Arts.
The planet is changing. We need to adapt: Wolfram Putz at TEDxHamburg
Our planet is warming, the seas are rising, and natural disasters like hurricanes are becoming more frequent. Unfortunately, most human settlements are placed on coastlines and rivers — right in the path of danger. Wolfram Putz presents a sobering talk about how we can prepare for and recover from challenges on the horizon.
From PID: Wolfram Putz is a founding partner of GRAFT, a critical design and construction partner of Brad Pitt's Make It Right Foundation in New Orleans from its inception.


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A few of the past blogs have been about Sophie the Giraffe's birthday party at Petit Trésor, a fashion boutique in Hollywood for expecting parents and their kids. Now, you can get even more details about the party in the latest issue of OK Magazine! In this week's 'Spotted' section, which highlights what celebs are up to when they are not making hit movies & records, there is a segment about actress Ali Landry & her beautiful daughter Estela. The pair were in attendance at the birthday party where kids got a chance to create their own custom bag of SillyBandz to take home with them. The former Miss USA has recently launched her own line of baby clothes called Belle Parish. For more information on the event, check out OK Magazine's website: http://www.okmagazine.com/.
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OK Magazine Gives SillyBandz a Shout-Out!Wednesday, May 25th, 2011
Silly Stella Celebrates Her First Birthday!Wednesday, May 25th, 2011
SillyBrandz Global's adorable mascot, Stella, turns 1 today! Stella is an English bulldog that belongs to the inventor of SillyBandz, Robert Croak. She enjoys playing around in the office, guarding the door, and modeling! To see more pictures of Stella blowing out the candle on her ice-cream cake, check out the SillyBrandz Global Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/sillybrandz. From the entire staff here at Silly Brandz Global, we would like to wish you a very Happy Birthday Stella!!!
Sophie Steals the Show!Tuesday, May 24th, 2011
One of last week's blog was all about Sophie the Giraffe's birthday event at Petit Trésor, the upscale fashion boutique for expecting parents and their little bundles of joy. SillyBandz sent Sophie some presents to make her special day even more amazing. Today, photos from the event were officially released, showing Sophie at the event wearing her SillyBandz! Kids who attended the party got to make their very own packs of SillyBandz while playing with Sophie! You can get the same great SillyBandz as Sophie simply by creating your own unique Build-A-Pack. To find out how to get your very own Sophie from Petit Trésor visit their website: http://www.petittresor.com/.
Sadie's SillyBandz!Thursday, May 19th, 2011
Shepherd Data Services, Inc. is a premier litigation support specialist company whose headquarters are located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. With an impressive staff, the company offers over 100 years combined experience whose team will "Roll up our sleeves and get to work on your technology solutions so that you can focus on your clients." Shepherd Data Services, Inc. mascot is their adorable German Shepherd, Sadie. Which is why they created their custom order of dogs & dog bones to as a giveaway to their customers. Creating a custom order to promote your business and reward loyal customers is a very simple and easy process! Call one of our friendly customer care representatives to find out how to get started today! For more information on Shepherd Data Services, Inc., visit their website: http://www.shepherddata.com/.
Silly Stamp of Authenticity!Wednesday, May 18th, 2011
Ever wondered how to spot new SillyBandz amongst all the copycats? In order to distinguish authentic SillyBandz, each one is now "stamped" with the word Silly! That's why if it doesn't say 'Silly' it's not a new SillyBandz! Look for the Silly Stamp in your next pack of SillyBandz! Also, the Silly Stamp of Authenticity can be found on new custom orders as well. Check out this adorable lion that was custom made by the SillyBandz team showing the Silly Stamp of Authenticity!
Georgia Tech Alumni Association Buzzes for SillyBandz!Wednesday, May 18th, 2011
The Alumni Association for Georgia Tech University worked with the SillyBandz team to create a custom order exclusively designed for them. Each custom SillyBandz is in the shape of the college's initials: GT. The order has been specially colored to match Georgia Tech' yellowjacket mascot, Buzz! Custom SillyBandz are easy to order and only take a few weeks to produce. Exact color matching is available making them the perfect promotional item for businesses, universities, non-profit organizations, etc. Call or email one of our friendly customer care representatives to find out how to get started today! To learn more about the Georgia Tech Alumni Association visit their webpage: http://gtalumni.org/.
Did You Know!?Tuesday, May 17th, 2011
Here are ten facts about SillyBrandz Global that you may have not known:
- SillyBandz, RadBandz, Nano Watch Bandz & RadRingz are made of 100% medical-grade silicone.
- There are over 40 different SillyBandz packs to choose from!
- You can create your very own custom SillyBandz order. Check out the custom section of the website or call one of our friendly customer care representatives.
- SillyBrandz Global has distributors located all over the world!
- There are three different packs of SillyBandz currently retired: Pet, Sea & Spring.
- SillyBandz were originally invented by Robert Croak in Toledo, Ohio.
- The SillyBandz Facebook page has 1 million fans and counting!
- Certain SillyBandz can only be found under the Build-A-Pack section, such as the peace sign, statue of liberty & graduation cap.
- There are currently nine different colors of Silly Slapz Watches to mix and match, not including the brand-new Tie-Dyed line.
- Stella, the official mascot of SillyBrandz Global is an English bulldog.
Silly Sophie!Friday, May 13th, 2011
SillyBrandz Global wishes Sophie the Giraffe a Happy Birthday with the gift of SillyBandz! Sophie is celebrating with a custom pack of some of our in-stock shapes such as a sparkly birthday cake, the letter "S", red & white hearts, and of course, a giraffe! Her birthday party is being held at Petit Trésor, a fashion boutique in Hollywood geared exclusively towards expectant parents and their newborn babies, infamous for its celebrity clientele. While the event is a private, invitation only party, you can still get the same SillyBandz as Sophie on the SillyBandz website, under the Build-A-Pack section! For more information on how to get a Sophie the Giraffe: http://www.petittresor.com/Catalog/pacifiers-teethers/STG.
Never Say Never…to Justin Bieber SillyBandz!Friday, May 13th, 2011
This is the day Justin Bieber fans everywhere have been waiting for; Never Say Never DVD hits stores today! Be sure to show off your Justin Bieber SillyBandz today in support of the release. And if you haven't gotten your pack yet, check out Twist Magazine's latest contest: http://www.twistmagazine.com/2011/05/win-it-justin-bieber-silly-ban.html. All you have to do is leave a comment about why you love SillyBandz for a chance to win some great SillyBrandz Global swag, including Justin Bieber SillyBandz! Don't forget to like Twist Magazine's Facebook page so you and your friends can stay up-to-date on the latest celeb news & gossip.
On Stranger Tides with Piper Reese!Thursday, May 12th, 2011
Piper Reese, America's favorite young entertainment reporter is back on the red carpet! This time she is at the premiere of the new movie Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides at Disneyland! Not only did she get a chance to preview the movie, Piper also took this opportunity to speak with celebrities like Penelope Cruz about the new movie and model her very own custom pack of Silly Bandz. Check out these awesome pictures of her rocking out Piper's Picks Silly Bandz! Look for Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides coming to theaters May 20th, 2011.


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2:30 PM PT -- One of the shooting victims, Carey Rottman, was so excited to meet Bale ... he posted a photo of the hospital visit to his Facebook page moments ago (above).
Rottman is recovering from a gunshot wound to the leg he suffered in the attack.
"Dark Knight Rises" star Christian Bale is currently in Denver, CO ... visiting the victims and families of last week's movie theater shooting.
According to KDVR, Bale has been spotted at Aurora Medical Center ... where he reportedly arrived by ambulance around 2PM ... most likely to enter the building under the radar.
A rep for Warner Bros. released a statement saying, "Mr. Bale is there as himself, not representing Warner Brothers."
It's unclear when Bale arrived in Denver.
Bale's film was playing in the Century 16 theater in Aurora, CO when James Holmes opened fire on the crowd ... killing 12 people and injuring 58 others.
Bale has not made a public appearance since the incident.
Stand up guy. Going there must have been very difficult for him and I'm sure many ppl advised him against it.
Glad he went, I'm sure it meant a lot to the victims to know that he was giving them support.
This is so great. Way to go Christian Bale and Warner Bros.
Awesome and classy move by Christian Bale!!!
But don't hate on Warner Bros. for what they said. Their statement means Christian Bale made the decision to go himself, he isn't being forced to go by a studio just for PR reasons.
this is a nice thing mr. bale is doing for the victims, how thoughtful of him to take the time to visit the victims. i have a lot of respect for mr. bale he is A plus in my book.
I'm sure Christian means well, but this looks like some film studio bull****.
What a buffoon that guy is.
This is just so cool. Huge kudos to Christian Bale, and I'm sure it means a lot to everyone that was injured and their families. Totally cool.
Carey was a bartender in Winona for while, it's nice he's having some positive things happening after this
good going bale, this makes me genuinely happy.
Now that is very noble of him. Victims will appreciate that.
Rottman is showing up on way too many tv shows and media pieces. It's starting to feel opportunistic. I hope I am wrong.
That's a very decent and nice thing to do. And he didn't have to do it either. Cudo's to Christian Bale.


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Jill Kelley is suing the government for leaking her name to the media. Her lawyer filed suit in federal court in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday against the FBI and Department of Defense.
The 65-page suit contains a list of grievances, and demands an apology with an unspecified amount of money.
She also released a statement taking aim at the government for failing to protect confidential information from "willful leaks from high level government officials that were false and defamatory."
Kelley was named as the tipster in an FBI investigation that uncovered the affair between General David Petraeus and his biographer Paula Broadwell.
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Hey everyone, here is my last second print of Eren and the colossal titan from shingeki no kyojin. Originally I wanted this to be a Jean print and was painting the background blood red with titan figures in the back. There was a happy accident and I noticed a nose and changed the entire composition completely. I like disempowering Eren a lot for one reason or another and ended up with this image. The gear was by far the part that took me the longest. I tried to sit there and study it for a while. Anyhoo, I'll be selling this print at Anime Expo 2013 so feel free to stop by and say hi if you're attending!
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We have a number of network devices at play in my household.
I have my work machines. My wife has her laptop. My kids have
their PCs.
Family and friends that comes to visit connect their iPhones and
laptops to our 802.11g/n.
We have shared media that we play on devices like the Xbox 360
and PCs over protocols like "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_Plug_and_Play">uPnP,
and SMB. We have shared files, such as financial info, that we need
to access from any machine, all while confident that they remain as
secure as we want them to be.
We do VPNing from remote locations like coffee shops to access
files and media. We have a shared printer.
To optimize this situation without leaving my power guzzling pig
of a PC on around the clock (I've setup and torn down a number of
home servers over the years, all the ways back to a FreeBSD-based
device in the mid-90s that also doubled as a firewall), a while
back I bought a "http://www.synology.com/enu/products/DS106j/index.php">Synology
DS-106j NAS unit and dropped it on the network, deciding on it
after looking at some "http://www.microsoft.com/windows/products/winfamily/windowshomeserver/default.mspx">
Windows Home Server products, finding them overpriced and
uncompelling (not least because of concern about licensing and DRM
One of the selling points of this ~$200 unit (to which you add
whatever 3.5" hard drive fits your fancy) was the gigabit network
port. To me that implied that it must be capable of at least
keeping a 100Mbps pipe saturated with goodness.
I also liked that it gently sipped power (13W or so with the
hard drive), allaying any guilty about leaving it on around the
The Synology unit is fantastic in many ways.
It has a fantastic interface. It is rock solid (zero downtime
with it) and is very feature rich, with several free "firmware"
updates since I purchased it adding a number of new features and
interface improvements. It is easy to setup and use, and to a
superficial degree secure. It comes with great desktop software for
common tasks like backing up (and versioning) files on your Windows
machines. You can offload torrent downloading to it if you're into
that sort of thing.
But the hardware seems to be underpowered. The 200Mhz MPC8241
CPU that powers it can't deliver on the extensive feature list, in
my opinion.
The 1Gbps network port turned out to be brave talk that it
couldn't back up with action. Normal SMB/CIFS (the protocol that
Windows utilizes to access network file shares) averaged about
2.5MB/second throughput with the device, which factoring in
overhead is around 22Mbps, leaving plenty of headroom before it hit
the limits of even a lowly 100Mbps network.
I got it up to 8MB/second or so by turning off all of the
features like media sharing, and then disabling all security on the
share and enabling guest access – it seems that access control
security significantly adds to the computational burden – but that
isn't a viable day-to-day option so I had to revert and it was back
to 2.5MB/second. FTP was a little better, but was still way below
expectations given that the same hard drive got a rough 40MB/second
from a direct-attached USB 2 enclosure.
Given that I am now downloading from the web at large at
1.1MB/second, this seemed silly. As we've started to amass
monstrous AVCHD video files of a GB or more from the home video
camera (the latest GB or so features my youngest son herding some
chickens that had escaped from their pen at a local farmhouse), it
was getting unsustainable.
Synology is now selling a purportedly
unit, but given that I saw much lower real-world speeds than
what they graph for the old unit, and their new unit really doesn't
do that much better anyways, it didn't compel me to upgrade.
Many competitive low end home NAS devices have reportedly similar
performance in the wild.
And it isn't just waiting while moving large files or having
jobs run. Navigating the music directory from a uPnP client made it
obvious that the slowness impacted all activities, with basic
operations having intolerable delays. Attaching to its network
shares from client PCs inexplicably had multi-second waits before
Then again, I'm the guy who thinks that
biggest crisis in the electronics world is the excessive lag before
DVD players will eject a disc, so maybe I'm an outlier, but it
seemed like a pretty big weakness of what would otherwise be a
great product.
It really bothers me when units doing tens or hundreds or
thousands of millions of operations per second take perversely long
times to do simple things.
On the bright side, the small dimensions of the enclosure made
it easy to find it a home, but it also had the "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S.M.A.R.T.">S.M.A.R.T. monitoring
of the hard drive complaining about borderline heat incessantly.
And the printer sharing never worked properly, but given the
endless variety of printers I won't blame that on the NAS unit.
So I decided that it's time to replace the device, with the
following criteria for its successor.
- Relatively cheap, because I'll probably just be replacing it
soon enough anyways
"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Server_Message_Block">CIFS and
FTP at a minimum
- uPnP would be nice.
DLNA wouldn't be bad. "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_Audio_Access_Protocol">DAAP
would be gravy
- Some method to
"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rsync">backup its own files to a
remote location, or at worst to an attached USB drive, with
security options like encryption
- Good performance. On a switched 1Gbps network I would hope to
see read throughput times of 20MB/second or better, and writes not
much worse, with a very low latency on activities: Network shares
should enumerate close to instantly
- Small enough that it can be physically secured such that the
alarm responders would have arrived before a thief could have
gotten to and removed it
- Low enough power usage that I don't have squirrels giving me a
- A bit of fun. I look for these things to be educational and
challenging to a degree. The easiest solution doesn't provide me
the entertainment value, so turnkey is a negative. At the same
time, I have a very finite amount of time to deal with things like
this, so it can't require too much coddling
Local RAID isn't important to me, as availability isn't a
primary consideration (and multiple drives go contrary to power
conservation / heat reduction goals, and generally increase
maintenance.) Every file that is on the unit always exists on at
least one other drive on a separate system, so if the drive died I
could quickly rebuild and repopulate and life would be grand again.
And it is vastly more likely that two drives in one unit would
catastrophically fail than it is that two drives in physically
separated devices would fail, especially when the separation
between can be thousands of kilometres.
Nor do I want this to function as a media station, which I
consider an entirely different function, with an entirely
different requirements list. I don't need or want HDMI output,
blu-ray decoding computational power, 3D offloading, a MAME box, or
anything of that sort. That's a different project, with a different
set of goals.
After looking at the available market options of targeted NAS
devices, and hardware solutions like Shuttle computers, I decided
to have a little fun and build my own (in the minimalist
stick-some-lego-like pieces together way that is "building" a PC),
so I grabbed a couple of components.
- $102.30 – An
Intel D945GCLF2 mini-ITX motherboard, featuring an on-board
passive cooled Atom 330 dual-core processor. The Atom is "http://www.pcpro.co.uk/blogs/2008/11/12/dual-core-atom-330-benchmarked/">
not a powerhouse processor by any measure of the imagination,
but for this purpose it should be fine.
My only real hesitation with this board is that it uses a
relatively power hungry chipset, leading to the mixed-up situation
where the chipset has an active fan, yet the CPU has just a
heatsink. I'd prefer a lower power board with zero moving parts,
but didn't want to risk going too low on processing power
- $24.75 – A 2GB DDR2-667 RAM module. Even 2GB is
excessive for the targeted purpose
- $55.22 – An
MI-008 MINI-ITX Case. The case is small enough that it's
stashable, but big enough that it won't be a hard drive cooker.
Like the motherboard, the case isn't a paragon of efficiency,
instead coming with a less efficient power supply that is capable
of a grossly excessive 250W, so that isn't optimal, but I'll worry
about that at a later point
- $126.90 –
Digital WD10EADS Caviar Green 1TB drive. It is intentionally a
bit slower of a drive, putting energy efficiency (and with that
reduced heat) ahead of raw speed, but it's still very fast. This
would be a great place to use an SSD drive, so maybe I'll swap to
one of those as they mature and become more cost effective for this
amount of storage
<$200 for the "NAS enclosure" part, then $127 for a good hard
drive with room to grow. Pretty inexpensive, and would probably
even make a decent internet appliance, which presumably is the
intended use of the motherboard/CPU combo.
Putting it together was a snap, with dutiful oversight from my
children, followed by a quick flash to the "http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Filter_Results.aspx?strOSs=All&strTypes=All&ProductID=2926&OSFullName=All%20Operating%20Systems&lang=eng">
latest BIOS release.
I installed
"http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/download">Ubuntu 8.10 Server
from a USB stick
(I considered installing "http://www.freenas.org/">FreeNAS, but decided that I wanted
something a bit more custom), after which I discovered that the
hard drive wasn't set to bootable and the system wouldn't boot
without the USB key, so I had to boot with the key and use
parted to manually set the sda device to the boot
device, after which the USB key was no longer necessary.
Installation complete, I stashed it away, sans keyboard or mouse
or monitor connection (which it makes no complaints about, happily
existing without head, keys or mouse), and access since has been
via "http://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/">putty. A
magical source and destination of media and files, out of sight and
hopefully usually out of mind.
I installed Samba (during the OS install by choosing the file
server option), created the users and groups and perms, added some
shares, and started accessing it from my workstation. It was all
easy and straightforward, including even setting up "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AppArmor">AppArmor to "https://help.ubuntu.com/8.10/serverguide/C/samba-fileprint-security.html">
enforce mode against the Samba services, adding a small
additional guarantee of security.
I started the first file move, ready to witness some low-cost
11MB / second to write to it, averaged out over the copy
of a GB sized video file. I got about the same speed reading back
from it.
Pretty good compared to 2.5MB/second (and now I had much better
security granularity than I had before, on a much more versatile
platform), but not quite what I was expecting. Awesomeness not
The hard drive isn't the fastest of the bunch, but it's still
I'm far from an expert when it comes to Linux (or more generally
Unix) systems, seemingly achieving some small level of localized
expertise at intervals in my career, but then the solutions
simply work and I don't have to touch them again, so the
knowledge rusts and each time I return I feel like I'm a Linux
virgin (who would have ever thought that Linux and virgin would
used in the same sentence?) It is similar to my proficiencies with
Perl or the equally obtuse Powershell, where I put together very
decent solutions, but then several months later look in disbelief
that I actually wrote the code that now looks foreign.
Nonetheless, I quickly determined that the network adapter was
auto-negotiating itself incorrectly to 100Mbps, and 11MB/second is
about the max you could achieve over such a link.
After a quick bit of searching, I added
ethtool -s eth0 to my interfaces file
speed 1000 duplex full autoneg off
(after validating that it worked at the command line). It was now
at full 1Gbps glory.
So I performed the file test again.
47MB / second to write to it. 55MB / second to read
back from it.
Sweet! That isn't that far off of local storage, and is entirely
with the acceptable zone. It was achieved on a $200 host device.
File sharing is hardly the most demanding application nowadays, but
I was happy to get something much more usable.
Just to take a side trail here for a moment, I just wanted to
mention that Linux, and the evolution and progress of it and
related projects, really is amazing. It is astounding that such a
solution evolved the way it did. Even people who don't think they
benefit from it regularly use devices run on the OS. The amount of
functionality and technology available, including the source so you
can roll your own, truly is remarkable. Linux didn't start this
movement, and projects like FreeBSD, sendmail and prior initiatives
blazed a successful trail before Linux really took off, but it is
the most evident element of that development model.
Back to setting up the homebrew NAS, virtually every step of the
way I had to consult the wizard, Mr. Google, but at least the
answer was usually only a page 1 or 2 hit away (though "http://www.yafla.com/dforbes/The_Devolution_of_Online_Conversation_Technology_or_Online_Discussion_Forums_Are_A_Massive_Step_Backwards">
Google Groups has taken a perilous dive into
close-to-uselessness, and proved of little use.)
To this point I still haven't had luck finding a good uPnP
server for the device. "http://ushare.geexbox.org/">uShare simply didn't work.
Mediatomb inexplicably doesn't
work with the xbox360, and even if it did the fact that its
anonymous web user interface has the default behaviour of exposing
your entire file system makes me question the wisdom of the
Various other projects didn't fit the bill or didn't work for
me, and most seemed to have been abandoned.
I thought I'd try the
"http://www.mythtv.org/">MythTV backend, as it is purported to
double as an "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UPnP_AV_MediaServers">uPnP AV
mediaserver, to find that it bizarrely needs an X server
running and an X client on the other end just to perform the setup.
I decided to purge it from the system to find it wouldn't uninstall
due to /dev/.static/dev being mounted read only. I found "https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/udev/+bug/253786">a
workaround involving stopping and starting udev, which
remounted it as read/write, but at that point the damage was
apparently done, and it refused to gracefully leave the system.
So I went MythTV huntin', committing a moronic error in the
process (it tried hard to warn me, but I persisted in my
foolishness.) I'll let the putty log speak to it.
dennis@mediaserver:/var/lib/dpkg$ sudo killall
dennis@mediaserver:/var/lib/dpkg$ whereis mythbackend
mythbackend: /usr/bin/mythbackend
dennis@mediaserver:/var/lib/dpkg$ cd /usr/bin
dennis@mediaserver:/usr/bin$ cd mythbackend
-bash: cd: mythbackend: Not a directory
dennis@mediaserver:/usr/bin$ rm -R *
rm: remove write-protected regular file `['? ^C
dennis@mediaserver:/usr/bin$ sudo rm -R *
dennis@mediaserver:/usr/bin$ ls
Installing everything once was so much fun that I decided to do
it again!
So I reinstalled again. The second time around it was a very
quick process (even with a nuked /usr/bin I still had a chance to
backup customized config files to a client box before reinstalling,
so I really didn't lose much.)
Power wise, I've gone from ~13W for the DS-106j, to 35W to 40W
for the new device (measured with a Kill-A-Watt. Handy device.)
This represents a pretty big move in the wrong direction, but it
wasn't unexpected. 4-8W or so could likely be saved going to a more
efficient, fanless power supply. That'll be a future experiment.
The Caviar Green, at 3-4W, isn't much more power hungry than an
SSD, so that wouldn't make a huge difference. The motherboard and
its chipset is the real piggy of this farmyard.
Alas, in return for the extra power consumption I now have a
vastly more interesting network device, serving files at a much
more usable pace.
So my first adventure is beginning the work on a .NET-based uPnP
server, ensuring that it works on "http://www.mono-project.com/Main_Page">Mono along the way.
Thus far it has been nothing but remarkable success, and it still
astounds me seeing fairly complex .NET applications running well on
a Linux box. The thing really, really works!


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Sniper Elite V TDM
Goda nyheter för er buskkramare (pun intended), nu kan ni glädjas åt att ni kommer kunna skjuta på varandra i lagspel! PC versionen av spelet kommer att välsignas med TDM och dedikerad server.
"We are very proud to finally confirm that the Team Death Match multiplayer, with dedicated server, will be available for the PC version of Sniper Elite V2 at launch. Currently, the intention is to support up to 12 players in competitive multiplayer.
We're currently working on the technology and more details will be forthcoming, but Rebellion will be supporting the game on an ongoing basis and the team is very much looking forward to getting the community's feedback on what to do next."
Det kommer även online-coop som meddelats tidigare:
- Multiplayer – 2 player online co-op:
- Kill Tally – As waves of enemies storm in players must race against the clock to eliminate as many as possible in order to achieve the highest possible kill count.
- Bombing Run – Gamers must escape a scheduled bombing run but the only getaway vehicle is broken. Before the bombs fall, the area must be searched for parts and fuel while remaining unseen.
- Overwatch – Players combine separate skillsets as a sniper and an operative and work in tandem to take out enemies.
- Campaign – Fans play through the single-player campaign with a friend.
Dessa kommer finnas på samtliga plattformar.
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Casa Rezzonico
Dorsoduro 2813 - Fondamenta Gherardini, Venice, Italy
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We felt a crush coming on when Mattia and Matteo (not twins) greeted us at the door to the adorable Ca' Rezzonico.
The two have managed the impossible—their 16th-century building exudes an antique feeling—without all the creaking and cracking! Whatever rehabbing went on, this six-room pension captures the essence of old Venetian wealth, with a dash of cozy, country bed-and-breakfast charm.
Quick read
Pros: Utterly charming. Plush and comfortable.
Cons: Pricey.
The guest rooms at the Ca' Rezzonico are decorated in chunky dark wooden antiques, including massive armoires, side tables and desks. Beds are topped with gorgeous floral quilts, in deep sky blues, creamy reds and mossy greens. (We were one step from hurling ourselves atop one of them for a catnap.)
All rooms are equipped with a safe and telephone. Most (but not all) are air conditioned.
The private bathrooms are large and in charge, with rustic tile details and huge showers. A hair dryer is provided in each room.
The Rezzonico feels like a little bit of bliss. Venetian floors throughout are coated in exquisite oriental rugs, which, for all their intricacy, seem plush and barefoot friendly. The lovely back garden is a nice place to relax at the end of the day, or to enjoy the continental breakfast, included in the room rate. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
Reviewed by: Annie Shapero, EuroCheapo Staff Writer
Note: This hotel was visited by a EuroCheapo editor and is recommended based on cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. EuroCheapo did not charge this hotel to be listed.
- Breakfast Included
- Reception: 24-Hour
- Wi-Fi: Free
- Air conditioning
- Bathroom: Private
- Safe
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Dorsoduro 2813 - Fondamenta Gherardini
Dorsoduro, Venice, Italy
Phone: +39 041 277 0653
Fax: +39 041 277 5435
Website: http://www.casarezzonico.it/
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About the Casa Rezzonico neighborhood
Located across the Accademia Bridge from San Marco, Dorsoduro is the largest neighborhood in Venice, not to mention the centuries-old home to starving artists and romantic hipsters. Ha! Dorsoduro boasts the Accademia art museum, the Peggy Guggenheim museum, numerous galleries and waterfront cafés. The University Ca' Foscari is smack dab in the middle of the 'hood, and the city's late night scene is clustered around Campo Santa Margherita.


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Your eyes speak of depths my sight wants to explore,
Ur breath of life, mine wants to live for.
The stretch of your lips, the smile alluring,
The deeps in your cheeks,all I adore.
Your wide forehead,the steep of your nose,
How I long to be the one you'd choose.
For I doubt you'd choose me over that other,
Cos u know you'd be happy wid some1 close.
I can't stand the wait, no more can I pretend,
I need to come clean, n make u understand.
So here's me and my hearts desire,
Let me be the one, with whom your time you'd spend.
All I want to do is to sit and stare,
To stare at you trying to read my mind.
While my eyes are trying to help you unwind
My thoughts, are made of, for whom i care.
All I want is to hold your hand in mine,
to hold it and feel its soothing touch,
while my nerves are trying to memorize such,
feelings of comfort, compassion and kind.
All I want is to hear you talk,
to listen and know what you seek,
while my wants would be of what you speak,
and our steps get smaller, slowing the walk.
when her feelings wouldnt reciprocate
and thy emotions wont turn to hate
when frustration is the cure
as it leads to accept and endure
when doubt keeps haunting
your thoughts keep daunting
the mind starts to wonder
why the fuck did I ponder
over the one, unnecessary
who's made things blurry
and heart begins to fear
all that it has to bear
untill the feelings wont be
rendered, the self be free
drinking makes everything beautiful..
the stress.. the pain..
the sun .. the rain…
the flowers… the trees..
the prettys and the uglies.. too
it does but only for a while
and time fades away the smile
but as it fades try to drink more
and it will last longer for sure.
then drink you shall day and night
with lost memories you shall unite
a short.. but peaceful life u'd have lived
till your life escapes.. your soul relieved
with raised spirits you shall "praise"
the "blessing" in disguise which helped you stray
from things that had ..need.. be done
from relations that you had never won
from the ones who had hopes in you
for your care and loving.. but now they rue
We tend to dread the emptiness,
we feel when we're emotionless.
So we search to replace whats in our heart,
with that which could help forget the past.
None is void of bad memories,
of thoughts that would incite worries.
So every struggle and horses spurred,
are to sew back opened old sores.
But try to forget, whats done is done.
And don't regret, you reap what was sown.
Best to keep the self amused,
with things you are soon to lose.
For lost things wont even matter,
once they are done with you and you with them.
My speech goes astray when it is spoken to u
My heart pounds faster, helpless with what I do
While ur searchful eyes looking through my fear
For all it is..a fear of being taken for a fool..
I doubt my attempts would be appreciated
I work on not to upset, or I'd b hated
These words hopelessly framed though
For all it is..my feelings narrated.
You may not like it, not even have a clue
All I want is to be a part of u
If sorry, I need be an ignore it
then lying to myself, I will be untrue
A feeling of warmth
Your touch bestows
On the person who is touched
His life restored.
Assurance from your care
Your company when shared
With people who are sore
Their pain repaired
An embrace from happiness
The sight of your smile
Being smiled at those
who's been lost for a while
One such lostee
Is here to be
Your knowing of what he speaks
Will set him free
Think about u, I do, day n night
Just knowing u would suffice, inspite
A no from u, uttered even before
U considered knowing me more
For ur knowing I seek,
For ur love to keep
Ur sorrows to share
To return for ur care
Nights are sleepless
An the daylight brings blindness
Gazing upon a pick of u
Oh why do I feel so gloomy n blue
My emotions need a medium to be shared
For bottled emotions would drive me mad
Through these words i express what i feel
and try to reach your heart .. to steal


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Doctor Who Lidded Mug
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Ceramic Coffee Mug in the shape and colour of Dr Who's Tardis - perfect for Dr Who fans! Includes a lid to keep contents warm between sips.
Comes presented in a gift box.
Height: 16 cm.
Large Dr Who graphic to the front. Shirt sleeved style, looks great with jeans.Colour: Blue. Cotton. Machine washable.
Doctor Who 3 3/4 Spin and Fly Tardis
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The Tardis, or Time and Relative Dimension in Space, is the Doctor's vehicle and home that can take him to any place and any time. Now you can control your very own Tardis! Simply clip the Tardis onto the clear flight cradle to make it spin and fly.
This highly detailed replica electronic toy Tardis is in scale with the Doctor Who 3.75 inch action figure collection. Features include spring loaded doors, authentic sound FX, take-off and landing light; and the new Tardis interior card. Requires: 3x AAA batteries (not included). Age from 5+ years.
A Dr Who alarm clock with Tardis topper.
An alarm clock that features Tardis sounds. When the alarm goes off just tap the Tardis at the top to deactivate it. A great little clock for the Dr Who fan.
Celebrate the Doctors 50th anniversary with this collectors edition jigsaw. This beautiful reproduction of Vincent Van Gogh's The Pandorica Opens painting from the series 5 of the Doctor Who will be a jigsaw to delight and frustrate puzzle lovers everywhere! The image of the TARDIS exploding drove Van Gogh mad, and then made its way across time and space as the Eleventh Doctors allies brought him a terrible warning. Relive that awesome series finale with Waddingtons Jigsaws. Age 4 years+.
Featuring all eleven Doctors, from William Hartnell to Matt Smith, as well as Daleks, Cybermen, Weeping Angels and the Master, this 1000 piece jigsaw is the perfect for puzzle for any budding Time Lord. Age from 8 years.
Sonic Screwdriver Pizza Cutter.
Plays the Sonic Screwdriver sound when cutting a pizza!
Celebrate 50 years of adventures through time and space with Top Trumps Turbo, the Doctor Who Anniversary game. Six all-new packs are included, covering everything from Aliens to Robots to Companions to Monsters and the best stories of all time. Hit the electronic Turbo Spinner to choose your mini-game, and race to fill your scorebar. Who will be the Top Trumps Turbo Champion? Age 6 years+.
The moulded Tardis Ceramic Cookie Jar is a detailed replica of the iconic time travelling Police Box from the Doctor Who TV series.
With a rubber seal on the lid, your cookies and biscuits fresher for a longer period. Young and old Doctor Who fans will love this unique cookie jar.
Doctor Who The Official Quiz Book - Paperback
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For over fifty years, Doctor Who has been one of the nation's favourite programmes. Now you can discover just how much you know about it. Straightforward or fiendish, easy or horrendously difficult, all 3000 questions in this book have one thing in common - a certain traveller through time and space.
From Ace to Zoe and Axons to Zygons, it covers every single one of the almost 250 Doctor Who stories that have been broadcast since 1963. So put on your brainy specs, pour yourself a nice glass of carrot juice and prepare to discover if you have the knowledge to graduate from Time Lord Academy.
Dr Who Tardis Teapot with ceramic lid.


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Studies from across the nation have shown that better access to the tools that create financial independence is essential for families. National League of Cities' Bank On program is being promoted throughout the country and brings together cities, the Federal Reserve Bank, banks, credit unions, and community-service providers to increase access to banking products and make unbanked and under-banked residents aware of the benefits of having their own accounts in the mainstream banking system.
Louisville has gone one step further by adding another participant vein to the initiative by including the business community. Research shows that employees dealing with personal financial stress show a pattern of problems in the workplace, resulting in decreased productivity, increased absenteeism, frequent personal phone calls, and the risk of fraud and/or theft.
We encourage businesses to get involved for the benefit of their employees. But we also encourage involvement for the benefit of our community as a whole.
The Bank On Louisville program goal is to provide meaningful access to financial services/resources that will move families further up the economic ladder. As community partners, you will help share information with your families/clients once the products and resources are available.
If you are interested in becoming a participating stakeholder/partner
, please complete the appropriate Call to Action form below, according to your organization:
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