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Hicking package easy/medium levels
Departure Dates: 1/3 to 22/6 (except Easter) and from 16/9 to 3/11.
Seven nights and five guided tours to choose from: € 1.310 (2 people)
Four nights and three guided routes to choose from: € 893 (2 people)
7 or 4 nights accommodation, nestled in a area of exceptional natural beauty with stunning mountain views, in rooms equipped with everything you'll ever need to have a relaxing and leisurely stay.
Does not include:
Flights, insurance and anything not mentioned in the program.
Grazalema is found in the heart of the Sierra de Grazalema National Park. The seven different routes on offer in this package will ensure that you can enjoy the most spectacular scenery around and be inspired by the region's natural and cultural beauty: its unique avifauna (with eagles, owls and vulture colonies), its prehistoric archaeological and Roman remains, as well as its stunning geological formations, untouched limestone mountain range and a variety of wildlife living amongst the peaks. The distance and / or gradient of the routes on offer are recommended for hikers of all ages and fitness levels.
The mild spring, autumn and winter temperatures make the Sierra de Grazalema an ideal place for hiking. The location and facilities of the Hotel Fuerte Grazalema, one of the most renowned country house hotels in Andalusia, make it the perfect place for hiking in the region. Each one of our routes has a unique story to tell, and we offer you information accompanied by photos, route distances, average completion times and difficulty level.
Throughout every one of our tours you'll get the chance to see valleys, gorges, vast forests, wildlife, greenery, lofty peaks, deep caves, rivers and huge rock mountains. And through long lost and forgotten places and ancient walkways, you'll be sure to discover the immaculate white villages clinging on to Grazalema; Ubrique, Zahara de la Sierra, Montejaque, Beonaocaz, Benaojan or Villaluenga mountains in the Cadiz and Malaga mountain ranges. These villages are not just fine examples of communities perched on limestone mountains but they are beacons sharing their unique history, charm, crafts, customs and local produce.
Routes / Programme:
On the first day, after picking up your rental car at Malaga or Jerez de La Frontera airports and having travelled to the hotel, you will receive a warm and charming welcome at Hotel Fuerte Grazalema, where the details of your excursions will be finalised.
On the 7 night package you can choose 5 of the 9 different routes on offer, as detailed below, and the 5 day package, 3 routes. On your 'relax' days, you will definitely not be short of things to do (if you really want to do something). You can either make full use of the hotel's facilities, or get lost in the streets of beautiful Grazalema, or even get acquainted with the famous town of Ronda, located just 20 kilometres from hotel.
Route 1: Circular – The most spectacular views of Grazalema (Without the Cresta de Sierra Morena – Sierra Morena Peak) (sin Cresta de Sierra Morena)
A short route in which you can enjoy the best views of Grazalema and its surrounding areas. Leaving the Hotel Fuerte Grazalema, we will arrive in central Grazalema by the Roman road, after going directly through the town square we will then walk up to the swimming pool viewpoint. We will then turn towards the right and cross the road to head towards "El Santo" and the Shrine, from where we will be able to enjoy the most spectacular views of the town. We will then head straight on through a pine forest, and heading towards the campsite. We will cross the main road to the other side of the town, passing the countryside firebreaks and ending up at the Fresnillo reservoir, from where we'll be able to take in spectacular views of the Sierra de las Nieves. We will then return along the Sierra Morena peak and head down to the reservoir, and then Grazalema via the lake. We will cross the town through its iconic streets and squares and return to the hotel via the Roman road.
Route 2: Marshlands via the banks of the River Gaduares
Leaving the Hotel Fuerte Grazalema we will cross the road and head towards 'Venta de los Alamillos'. We will take the lane on the left hand side as the road splits and then continue straight on towards the right until we finally reach the Terrajos creek, where we will be sure to come across an abundance of frogs. We will then take the trail to the left and go to 'Álcornoque de las Ánimas', situated in a valley scattered with wild pear trees, acting as a reminder of a traditional farming era. On the main track we will continue heading towards the South, and towards the right, until we reach the Bridge, crossing the Gaduares River. We will leave the main track to walk along the river bank on the left hand side, until we reach the Campobuche and Gaduares March, one of the most scenic and relaxing parts of the route, with ducks, turtles, wild water flowers and pure tranquillity. Once again we will walk parallel to the river and go through the 'Llano de los Tejares' (the Tejares Plains), where we will see the 'Alcornoque de las Ánimas' once again. We will then head back to where we started via 'Venta de los Alamillos' taking the track on the right hand side.
Route 3: Fuerte Grazalema - Roman Road - Grazalema - Payoyo Cheese Workshop
We will leave the Hotel Fuerte Grazalema via a beautiful trail covered with aromatic herbs. We will then join the track on the right hand side where we will find a charming Roman bridge taking us through traditional farms and farm-yards. We will then cross the road and walk through the town via the Roman road. A Workshop, guided tour and tasting at the Payoyo Cheese factory, one of the best goat´s cheese and Grazalemeña sheep producers in the Sierra de Grazalema. Their cheeses have been awarded several well-known awards from the "World Cheese Awards" and are served and used in recipes by three Michelin star restaurants. Participants will take home the cheese they produce in the workshop.
Route 4: Grazalema – Salto del Cabrero – Benaocaz:
Departure from Grazalema. One of the Sierra de Grazalema's routes frequently visited by groups of hikers and is still used as a reference for the park's landscape, especially with its unbeatable nature and history on offer. Visit the "Salto del Cabrero" a vertical wall fault line of over 80 metres high separated by a 50-metre gorge, where griffon vultures usually nest. The route finishes in Benaocaz. Return to the hotel by the bus company Los Amarillos (around 2 Euros per ticket) departing from the town's bus station at 15:30. If you finish this route with ample time to spare, we would recommend paying a visit to the ethnological museum or getting a bite to eat at the iconic and local El Refugio restaurant serving some of the area's gastronomic specialties.
Route 5: Pinsapar
The Fir Route is just simply one of the best routes in the Grazalema Natural Park, featuring a species of Fir tree only seen in the Southern Mediterranean mountains of the Iberian Peninsular and the Rif mountain range in northern Morocco. The trail starts at an altitude of 1,000 meters and runs along the northern slope of the Sierra del Pinar, towards Puerto de la Cumbres (1280 meters above sea level). During the ascent you will be able appreciate the towns of Grazalema and Ronda from above, topped off by the Sierra de las Nieves. As we progress you will encounter an abundance of blackthorn berries and maple trees hidden away in the Fir tree forest, we will then continue onwards to the 900 metre high port city of Pinar and the Pinsapar lookout. From here, we will then return to our starting point. Yo have to ask permission.
Route 6: Llanos de Ravel
We will depart from the Puerto de Acebuche via a level track, surrounded by thick vegetation where the greatest variety of birds can be found. After around 4 kilometers, you will see the most characteristic and iconic image of the Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park: the north side of the Torreon range in all its glory and full of Fir trees. We will then head back the way we came. (You have to ask permission)
Route 7: Fuerte Grazalema – Villaluenga por el Puerto de la Clavellina
We will leave the Hotel Fuerte Grazalema, and then cross the road heading towards 'Venta Los Alamillos'. We will then bear left as the road divides and follow the road until we reach the 'Terrajos creek', where we are sure to come across an abundance of frogs. We will then turn left and head towards 'Alcornoque de las Ánimas 'situated in a valley full of wild pear trees, acting as a reminder of a traditional farming era. Following this main road, we will continue southwards and to the right, surrounded by a dense cork tree plantation, where we will then climb a small mountain pass, from where we will see breathtaking views of the whole valley and the Campobuche River, and at the base of the mountain, the Patagalana dolmens (portal tombs). We will then bear right, passing through 'La Casa de la Gordilla', and then continue parallel to the stream until we reach a track taking us to 'Puerto de la Clavellina'. We will then descend to Villaluenga and visit its impressive gorge.
We will then return to the hotel by bus provided by the bus company Los Amarillos (around 2 Euros per ticket) that departs from the town's bus station at 15:30. If you finish this route with ample time to spare, we can recommend visiting the local restaurants of Villaluenga or the Cheese Museum.
Route 8: Calzada Romana – Ubrique visit
We will start off from Benaocaz as our meeting point and then start the route heading towards Ubrique and running along the lookout points of the town and parallel to the main road. At this point, some parts of the route are very uneven and others have been restored, so we will descend slowly in order to avoid the 400 metre uneven section that separates the two towns. Once we arrive in Ubrique, you will pass through the narrow streets of the old town and learn more about the region's myths and legends. We will then visit the Leather Museum in the former convent of the town and then, in the newer part of the town, the artisan leather industry area. We will be transported between Benaocaz and Ubrique by a bus from Los Amarillos bus company (around 2 Euros per ticket).
Route 9: Cattle and Livestock day out
Visit an iconic farm in Algodonales, offering you the chance to become a Rancher for the day, assisting in typical farm maintenance (such as animal husbandry, feeding, milking, manufacturing dairy products, etc). It is important to remember that the livestock activities are one of the main economic sources in the Sierra de Cádiz, both demonstrating its value to the outside world and attracting visitors to one of its main resources.
Additional information:
The Hotel Fuerte Grazalema is located in the beautiful Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, around 20km away from Ronda and boasts of a pool and jacuzzi, with outdoor sundecks and rooms with free Wi-Fi. All rooms have a private balcony or terrace with magnificent views of the Guadalete Valley. Rooms also have air-conditioning, a hairdryer, a minibar and satellite TV. The Fuerte Grazalema also has an organic animal farm and an organic garden. Guests are also welcome to take part in Andalusian cooking workshops and taste some of region's best dishes in the hotel's restaurant.
How to get there:
The Hotel Fuerte Grazalema is located in the beautiful Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, around 20km away from Ronda and boasts of a pool and jacuzzi, with outdoor sundecks and rooms with free Wi-Fi. All rooms have a private balcony or terrace with magnificent views of the Guadalete Valley. Rooms also have air-conditioning, a hairdryer, a minibar and satellite TV. The Fuerte Grazalema also has an organic animal farm and an organic garden. Guests are also welcome to take part in Andalusian cooking workshops and taste some of region's best dishes in the hotel's restaurant.
What to bring:
Good boots (preferably shoes that have already been broken into to avoid any problems) and good walking socks. A small rucksack to carry around(about 10-20 litres), binoculars (if you like bird watching), a compass (if you like orienteering, however this is not necessary on our guided tours), a head torch and a first-air kit. Depending on the time of year, a swimsuit, insect repellent, a hat, sunscreen, warm clothes and waterproof jacket are also recommended.
When to go:
From 1/3 to 22/6 (except Easter) and from 16/9 to 3/11.
We recommend that you take out comprehensive travel insurance which includes medical, early return, lost baggage, delayed departure and cancellation coverage.
Javier Martínez ESP
"Beautiful landscape and superb routes, some even for children. It was a brilliant experience and I thoroughly recommend it."
Mike Grahams IRL
"The Hotel Fuerte Grazalema is simply marvellous and its surroundings are ideal for all levels. We also had the chance to appreciate the spectacular views of Ubrique, Arcos and Roda. We will definitely be coming back in the near future."
Peter Van der Bruynn HOL
"The truth is we thought that the routes were going to be a bit too complicated because of the rugged terrain, however this was not a problem and you can enjoy the spectacular scenery without having much hiking experience. We really enjoyed our holiday."
Elisabeth Rosenthal BEL
"I already knew a bit about Grazalema and the Hotel Fuerte Grazalema, but I liked the idea of planning a little trip to make the most of the routes and discover the surrounding mountains with someone who knew the area very well."


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I live in the sticks and I was wondering if in some of these bigger cities, if there are disc golf gangs or thugs hanging around the course ready to give some hillbilly like me a hard time??
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I will be in vegas in september for my bachelor party is there a course in the city that won't cost me an arm and a leg to take a taxi too from the strip?
I have been there a couple time so I am somewhat familiar with the area, but have never been able to get my friends to go golfing. well this year I will force them because it is what I want to do during the day for my bach. party, and they will have to give in.
thanks for any info you can give me.
We just have normal stupid teenagers who like to hang out, get drunk and damage the course. Last night we caught some kid trying to break down a tree branch or two. One of our guys in our group playing league yelled over for him to quit doing that. Next thing you know the guy is hanging in a tree trying to break more branches. So we confronted him and told him to leave.
I am considering talking with the cops about getting them to walk through the course a few times per day. I don't mind people enjoying an adult beverage or a little weed but when they start trashing the place it's time for something to change. Enough is enough.
He was the cheap prostitute.
sunset park. not too far, nice layout. I play there weekly(and weakly LOL)
Funny I posted this. These kids were haggling me for no reason by the pond today. I missed my 45 foot putt and they says "watch out it might go in the water, thats all oil" and I'm like no man, its feces. This idiot says "I drink it" and I said you look it. To avoid beating down a teenager I ignored them and picked my aviar driver and spanked the ssecond try at the putt right in while they yelled miss twenty times. They walked away calling me a badass and I says way to figure that out huh?
No need to take a taxi, Sunset park is a 20 minute bus ride from the strip. Been to Vegas a couple times, take the bus to Sunset park every time. For me it's funny, I travel 3,000 miles from Florida and get to play essentially a Florida course.... Flat, Palm trees and Hot....LOL.
Um, what about Sedgley Woods? Smack dab in the middle of Philadelphia. I'm pretty sure that city is densely populated
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- Nathan Cook
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Do synergistic systems break the laws of thermodynamics?
Laws of thermodynamics state you can get close to a 100% return but something is always lost. You cant get something from nothing, yet the very deginition of synergy implies that 1 plus 1 can equal three. Where is this added effect originating from. Would that even be considered breaking the laws of thermodynamics? Please educate me.
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Jul 23 2013: The amount of energy/matter (they are different forms of the same thing) in the Universe is fixed. Not one, single speck can be destroyed or added. Synergy does not equal creation any more than combustion equals destruction.Jul 22 2013: Synergy is the interaction of multiple elements in a system to produce an effect different from or greater than the sum of their individual effects.(Wiki)
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In the case of one million people jumping on the Golden Gate Bridge, if they do it in series nothing significant would occur. If they do it in parallel, they might cause it to move, or maybe even fall down. This would be an example of a pair of different effects from the same action. The energy required is the same.
If you study math and science, chances are you will be better able to solve engineering problems. Here you got something for nothing (assuming you had to study math and science), but the energy was the same.
There are no synergistic system example in thermodynamics where energy is increased beyond the sum of the inputs, and in fact there will always be losses. Often, stored chemical energy or potential energy are falsely believed to be energy increases.
There may be one counter-example. when you do a good turn for someone, you usually feel good from your action and so do they, and frequently it has a positive effect on others as well as they watch or learn of the deed. In this manner, one positive energy action had several positive energy reactions, but it is tough to fit feelings into one of the Thermodynamic Laws.
Jul 22 2013: You would say "there are no
examples of synergistic systems in nature" . Thermodynamic
laws are laws of nature ie. the physical world as we know it,
correct? In medicine, certain molecular structures are known to
be synergists or is this a falsehood, and if so , would the word
itself be put in the same category as "coincidence"?
Jul 22 2013: Nathan,
I am way, way out of my depth here, but I will provide you my guess at the answer.
I would guess a synergist in molecular structures is something that is a catalyst for something else to happen that is bigger and more complex than the original molecule. I would be willing to bet two cookies and Diet Dr. Pepper that once it causes something to start, that the energy, mass, heat, etc. from the ensuing reaction or process is already there someplace and is just changing form in some unique way. I provided a few web pages which led me to this guess.
Jul 25 2013: Thanks for those links. I didnt fully understand them but i got enough. So my understanding is this..... synergists u could say are pulling each others full potential out. The energy was already there. So when applied to internal combustion engines, the maximum amount of energy that can be produced per cup of gasoline is still not known, which would be the only reason why mpg would ever increase on a given engine type. The best route for free energy would be to harness that which is already heated or in motion ie. Weather and water.i see whymagnetic motors really cant be pepetual but i will investigate further before i even try to go into that realm. Thank you very much for your input.Jul 25 2013: In your internal combustion engine example, the maximum amount of energy that can be produced from a cup of gasoline used for fuel in the engine is bounded by the maximum chemical energy content of the gasoline. The engine is trying to convert this chemical energy into kinetic energy or mechanical energy, and does so at some efficiency. The efficiency of the Thermodynamic process used by the engine and the mechanical efficiency of the machinery(friction, etc) would combine to define this overall efficiency. there are more factors (environmental conditions, condition of engine, etc.) but that is the big picture.
Yes! There is much work being done using solar, wind, tides, and similar natural energy sources to see if we can convert the energy efficiently and transfer it to where it is needed effectively.
Jul 25 2013: So after a hundred pluss years of roughly the same technology engineers still havent designed an optimum engine for maximum efficiency? Not that im talkin crap cause i really dont know crap when it comes to making one myself but are there really "powers that be" halting the production of highly efficient motors?Jul 25 2013: Nathan,
Here s a neat link : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internal_combustion
In response to your question, I am tempted to say Carnot cycle relative to thermodynamic process, but I think the real answer is that maximum efficiency is not a well described target, because engines are asked to do such a wide variety of things for a particular customer base. Different customers have different needs (mileage, speed, towing capacity, duration, longevity, payload, cost, noise, etc.) and the requirements are constantly changing (fuel, emissions, material costs, price, manufacturing processes, etc.). There is also an economy of scale factor, where the more you make of the same type, theoretically, the cheaper you can make each one, so grouping the needs of various customer groups to find this right balance is a constant challenge.Jul 22 2013: You would say "there are no examples of synergistic systems in nature" . Thermodynamic laws are laws of nature ie. the physical world as we know it, correct? In medicine, certain molecular structures are known to be synergists or is this a falsehood, and if so , would the word itself be put in the same category as "coincidence"?


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Most Engaging Design – UM Project
BKLYN Designs veteran UM Project stole the show this year with a playful set of multifunctional designs that are perfect for kids and adults alike. The U.M.O (Unidentified Magical Object) is a cute piece of multi-tasking furniture that cleverly transforms from a coffee table to a chair, desk, or bench simply by rotating it on its side. Storage spaces provide additional functionality, and the piece is constructed almost entirely from cork, which is a sustainably harvested material. UM also unveiled an ingenious table that is coated with white-board paint, enabling young creative minds and seasoned designers alike to doodle to their hearts' content.
Best Kids Design / Newcomer – April Hannah
Brooklyn-based artist April Hannah made her debut at BKLYN Designs with a blast by unveiling a beautiful set of modern kids furniture that is crafted entirely from sustainable materials. Designed for children from the ages of 5-10, her tree-inspired tables and stools are made from FSC-certified wood and feature eco-friendly finishes.
Best Student Design – Schair by Charlotte Kreitmann
Pratt student Charlotte Kreitmann took home our Best Student Design prize with with her transforming chair that splits apart to seat two. Dubbed the "Schair", the piece was conceived while Charlotte was studying in Germany and found herself sharing an uncomfortable chair in a packed lecture hall. Her elegant solution is constructed from reclaimed cedar and simple steel tubing and is capable of splitting apart to serve as a love seat or bench.
Most Innovative Use of Materials – Framicariums by Hugh Hayden and Kati Vitale
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I was at BKLYN design on Sunday- we go every year and enjoy it immensely. Not this year, however.
The exhibit is being touted as being child friendly, but I didnt see evidence iof that- on the contrary! My 5 month old was very hungry and I went to a corner where there was no booth, and out of the way of others to feed her. I sat down on a random chair that was placed in the corner (it was not part of an exhibit), when a security guard came up and insisted I get up, she \\\"needed the chair\\\". Have you tried to stop feeding a hungry baby? I stood up and continued to feed the baby from a standing position. The security guard stood over the chair like it was the most precious piece of furniture and 5 minutes later, carried it into the press room. I could have sat on it for the 5 minutes it took to feed the baby. I did try to complain to the the guy in charge of security before I left, but didnt really get an apology. Happy Mother\\\'s day BKLYN Design! Child friendly indeed~!
They really should know better in a neighborhood filled with kids, and with the demographic they are trying to reach….


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- Daryll Wong
- Singapore
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Should death penalty/life imprisonment be banned?
Hi everyone, ive a concern about death penalties. Death penalties are punishment for very serious offences(eg smuggling cocaine etc) in many countries. Yes, they can be a major drawback for anyone who wants to commit a crime, thus dramatically bringing crime rates down. However, my concern is, is it right for the government to take away one's life just like that? I do not think that it is very reasonable as this is our own life and i feel that nobody should take away other people's life just like that.
Instead, i feel that death penalties should be replaced by life imprisonment. However, i still feel that life imprisonment is also another violating of human rights. I feel that at least during imprisonment, they should be given productive work to do , and the imprisonment periods can be shortened if the prisoner shows good attitude(which some country has). Life imprisonment or death penalty is simply morally wrong to me. Nobody should be denied of life. Hows that different from killing an animal or locking an animal in a cage. Many did these serious offences in a matter of folly, this does not mean it can be assumed that they will have these same attitude throughout their lives and should be locked up so as to prevent further damage to the society. If they can show sustained good attitude and improvement, their sentences should be reduced and they can even provide some contribution to the community after release.
I would like to get some feedback on my views
Jul 1 2013: your sense of ethics is spot on. if you dig the topic a little, you will find two kinds of arguments for the current system: 1, utilitarian arguments, and 2, revenge induced bloodthirst. none of these ought to be sources of moral.
the only moral argument in these cases is self defense. people should be able to employ the necessary means to defend themselves against theft, murder, violence or fraud. these means should be the necessary minimum, and should be reasonable. any measures above that are acts of violence, and should be morally condemned.Jul 1 2013: So I agree your moral fundamentals, but we must not overlook the fact that true justice ought to serve two proposes: 1) to rehabilitate (or reeducate if you will) the criminal and then restore it to society as a "decent citizen", and 2) repair the damage and/or compensate the victim, when ever possible and as much as possible. Punishment (prison) should only be applied for people who shows no signs of regret or doesn't do any progress in the rehabilitation process.
Just a brief example of how I think a truly just legal system should work: Imagine someone who commits homicide, if you give them the death penalty none of the justice goals are fulfilled, it is more of a kind of revenge, if you put them to serve a life in prison none of the goal is fulfilled either... but what if instead we make that person to provide the family of the dead person with food and shelter for a life time, that without neglecting their own family, I think that servers better the two goals I talked about first. So if you kill someone you automatically get the responsibilities of a second family but without the benefits, besides of the supervision and control of the state on your "providing habitability". I'm sure some people will argue this kind of legal system is impractical and maybe they are right, but think it is a more fair and just approach and worth exploring.Jul 30 2013: There are many reasons for the death penalty and incarceration in general.
Protecting civilized society- Saving that particular victim is too late, but now we have the perp as a suspect for future crimes. S/he should have a controlled environment within which to earn the trust of society back.
S/he should serve as an example to deter future offenders.
S/he should be made to recompense damages, not only to the victim and their family, but to society in general for injecting fear and distrust.
Rehabilitate not just be punished, but be indoctrinated with what is acceptable behavior to society.
Death does not accomplish all of that.
There is also the power of government. take a look around the globe and tell me you trust every government with the power to execute people.
There s also the tiniest doubt of their guilt. We've all been manipulated into looking like the bad guy at sometime or other. Look at the statistics of how many people have been put to death only to be proven innocent later. We are not omniscient.
Giving any institution the power of life and death means it can be corrupted and used for political gain.
I'd support the right to life no matter your crime as the first human right.Jul 29 2013: The death penalty may be a morally objectionable deterrent to crime, but it is an effective, yet un-testable, deterrent. Life imprisonment simply means that you put them in a holding area until they die with free food, clothing, place to live and sleep, and they are not required to do anything to work towards it.
We really aren't speaking of morals though we are speaking of justice for the victims of crimes. If the death penalty and life in prison are removed, what will the penalty then be? What is morally acceptable? Do we put these people back on the streets and allow them to re-offend? What level of crime is then acceptable for life in prison?
One could argue that the death penalty is not as effective a deterrent as it could be because it is not used enough, even with known guilty individuals.Jul 24 2013: There is another death row no-one talks of.
It's where the inmates of get no lawyers, no say, no reprieve, no time off for good behavior.
It's called the Graveyard. It's where the innocent victims go.Jul 4 2013: Ban greed and you will not need to ask this question no more.Jul 3 2013: Welcome to Human Nature-101. The penalty for fishing without a license is $50. The cost of a license is $62. The odds of getting caught fishing without a license are less than one. People frequently fish without a license. If the penalty was execution then people would not fish without a license. When a criminal is choosing how to be armed for a crime they will be less likely to choose a lethal weapon in they know the result could be death, both their victim and theirs. The difference in severity of penalties for armed and unarmed crimes is stark. If you relax the penalty you invite disobedience.
Jul 3 2013: For your examples, there will still be people doing it again however harsh the punishment will be, at least the minority. But my concern is, do we have the power to just decide how a human should live however bad they did? Is the power in our hands to decide the fate of another human? I do not think this is morally right.
I do not think death penalty should not be implemented, rather life-imprisonment(which i also do not really support). I did not relax the penalty. Like ive said for shortening of sentences for good behavior thats implemented in several countries or many countries. I mean why not? Death penalty is certainly wrong. What if the person did it out of folly and thats death for him seriously? He should be given a chance to learn and eventually show good behaviour in prison.
Jul 3 2013: Many people have no freedom because they live under dictators and warlords. How is depriving an offender of their freedom any different than the day-to-day existence of such unfortunate souls? If you are arguing that the death penalty has no deterring influence on capital crimes you are not being persuasive at all. Many capital crimes are surely averted because of the severity of the punishment. Again, surely, if the severity is reduced the crimes will increase. One who is guilty of stealing a days wages from someone should be made to restore two days wages to the victim. One who wrongfully and intentionally (non-accidentally) takes the life of another should me made to pay with their life. The death penalty is not "certainly wrong" as you propose. The death penalty is a necessary control mechanism for social order. People are not as good as you seem to think they are. There are many in our midst who would find murder to be a fulfilling experience. They are restrained by the threat of losing their own life if caught. Do you really want to lift those restraints? Thank you!
Jul 4 2013: im just simply saying death penalty is morally wrong though a great deterrent. For your last example,they would still be under bad-behaviour status and thus sentence not shortened, as simple as that.Jul 3 2013: Daryll,
What Edward said..
I think it is too hard to make this conclusion based on a single point of view or society. For example, national standards for prisons in the USA, including food, clothing, shelter, medical services, recreation are probably superior on many levels then the living conditions the prisoners came from. Admittedly, there are slums in a number of large American cities. Jails in other countries as reported by media are a living hell having not changed in 500 years.
So, a convicted person of a heinous crime in the USA not sent to death would live in relative comfort albeit confined for the rest of his life. So much so, that prisoners needing organ transplants are routinely accommodated.
The same crime in another country could warrant a 10 years sentence in their jails and be equally punished.
Jul 4 2013: So what if its more difficult provide lounging for them? From what you've said, you perceived these criminals abit lowly. You gave me an impression that they are useless and should be discarded off.
Simply no death penalty to meJul 4 2013: RE: "I'm just simply saying death. . . " First of all I am pleased to read your acknowledgement that the death penalty is a great deterrent. You do recognize that many, possibly thousands of, innocent lives are spared from forced slaughter by that very deterrent? The death penalty is morally wrong you say? Do you believe it would be morally wrong for you to use lethal force against a man who is about to-- forgive me for this ugly illustration-- forcibly rape your young child? If your answer is "no" and you believe lethal force is justifiable, and preferred, in certain cases, why would you deny such a justifiable, preferred option to society? Sadly, Daryll, we have more than a few among us who are restrained from acting-out their heinous desires only by the knowledge that they will be killed if convicted for doing so. To unleash them upon society would be immoral. Thank you!Jul 4 2013: Daryll,
I don't believe you understood the point I was trying to make. If you believe that bad behavior deserves punishment, but not death, I understand your position.
What I was trying to say that punishment in the USA prisons is not comparable to that in other countries. Am I bragging that we have nice jails and you don't?
Some of our prisons have been describe as resorts, so there is little punishment, in fact, here there is education, rehabilitation, job training, but the bad news is the USA has the highest recidivism rates
But, we do have the death penalty in some states. In my state, if you murder with callus indifference, murder children, and other egregious acts, you will be charged, if convicted, given the death penalty.Jul 4 2013: That has been a very interesting conversation. My feelings on this subject are quite mixed. and my thoughts are generating more and more questions... such as:
1. I wonder if death penalty could be a tool for the society to get rid of its "bad elements".
2. If a society approves the death penalty, could it also approve euthanasia? ( "a deliberate intervention undertaken with the express intention of ending a life, to relieve intractable suffering" ) , and the opposite?
3. if a rapist and murderer of a child should be sentenced to death, should the same rule be applied to a meat production company that releases the e-coli bacteria in the market ,causing the death of hundred of children?
4. What the world be like, if Socrates wasn't sentenced to death?
Jul 4 2013: 1) To CONTROL bad elements is precisely what it is for. 2) "a deliberate intervention undertaken with the express intention of ending a life, to relieve intractable suffering", this could serve as the definition for abortion also. I agree that euthanasia, abortion, and capital punishment share a common purpose. . . to end a human life. Only one of them is done to protect the innocent, strengthen the society, and control evil human deeds. There is no logical necessity for a society to accept all three. 3) If malice of forethought is proven those who knowingly participate in such a mass-murder should pay with their lives. If it was a result of carelessness, or was an accident, the penalty should not be death. 4) The world would be exactly as it is today.Jul 2 2013: I firmly believe in punishment, I firmly believe in life-long imprisonment, and I firmly believe in the death penalty for certain cases. If someone commits mass-murder, such as perhaps the Boston Bombers or the Columbine shooters, then there is no reason why I should "feel sorry for them" and let them free only after a few years of punishment. You think they felt sorry for their victims?
If someone drives home drunk and strikes a car with a family, killing or seriously injuring a child or parent, then I believe they should be punished for a long period of time. Yes, they might feel bad and sorry and whine about how they didnt mean to do it, but they DID do it. They made that very poor decision, they had no concern for the other drivers.. Why should we have concern for him and what HE wants? You get what you give.
In fact, I think rapists should have one of their balls cut off, and if they commit rape again, their entire penis should go.
Cold-blooded murderers like thugs should have a hand chopped off, and if they repeat their offense, chop the other off. Let's see them commit murder again.
Jul 3 2013: Yes i know that the person(s) convicted for such heinous crimes like mass murder are totally bad and seems as if theres no excuse for them to continue living and therefore should face the death penalty. Yes this is bad and he should receive harsh punishment .
But my concern is, do we have the power to just decide how a human should live however bad they did? Is the power in our hands to decide the fate of another human? I do not think this is morally right.Jul 2 2013: Kalaa Paani is an alternative to incarceration or killing
Leave them in an unapprochable,fertile, marooned island for 5 years.
Than bring them back and see the change
Mike Colera
Jul 2 2013: Hey, the British did that and look how Australia turned out. A beautiful island where people drive on the wrong side of the road.Jul 1 2013: There is a lot to say about the death penalty. One thing is that it sure cuts down on recidivism.
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- Learning agility.
- Behavioral practices associated with superior leaders and managers and their performance.
- Multi-rater feedback.
- Organizational culture.
- Inter-organizational relations.
- Leading and managing organization change.
- Organizational diagnosis and change.
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Burke, W. W. (2014). Organization change: Theory and practice, 4th Ed. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
Burke, W.W. (2011). A perspective on the field of organization development and change: The Zeigarnik effect. Journal of Applied Behavioral Science, 47, 143-167.
Burke, W. W. (2004). Organization development. In C. Spielberger (Editor in Chief), Encyclopedia of Applied Psychology (pp. 755-772). Oxford, U.K.: Elsevier Ltd.
Burke, W.W. (2004) Contributor for N. Nicholson, P. Audia, & M. Pilluta (Eds.) Encyclopedic Dictionary of Management: Organizational Behavior, 2nd Ed. Oxford, U.K.: Blackwell Publishers.
Burke, W. W., & Trahant, B. with Koonce, R. (2000). Business climate shifts: Profiles of change makers. Boston, MA: Butterworth Heineman.
Burke, W. W. (1998). Contributor for C. L. Cooper & C. Argyris (Eds.), Encyclopedia of management (pp. 432-433). Oxford, UK: Blackwell.
Burke, W. W., Coruzzi, C. A., & Church, A. H. (1996). The organizational survey as an intervention for change. In A. I. Kraut (Ed.), Organizational surveys: Tools for assessment and change (pp. 41-66). San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.
Burke, W. W. (Ed.). (1995). Managing organizational change. New York, NY: American Management Association.
Waclawski, J., Church, A. H., & Burke, W. W. (1995). Women and men OD practitioners: An analysis of differences and similarities. Consulting Psychology Journal: Practice and Research, 47(2), 89-107.
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Of particular interest has been a series of studies testing the validity of the Burke-Litwin model of organizational performance and change. These studies have addressed the relationships of culture to climate, leadership behavior and management practices to climate, and leadership behavior to organizational performance. Using multivariate statistics such as regression, linear (and some nonlinear) relationships, and how certain dimensions of the model influence other dimensions are being measured and analyzed.
Students in the workgroup are also working on organizational survey projects, creating new measures of executive leadership, and databases from a large retail business that is nationwide.
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The Wehrmacht is retreating on all fronts. While in the East the Soviets are advancing like a steamroller, in France the Allied Forces have overrun the German defences and now they are directly threatening the Fatherland. A few battles more and war could be finished in time for Christmas...
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8/10 - "Order of Battle: Pacific surprised me in the best possible way." - PC Invasion
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The first thing you see is the sky covered by falling stars. Next you observe explosions scarring the ground and destroying your cities. When it's too late, you realize what is truly happening. Your planet doesn't belong to you anymore. It belongs to the Machines!
Legions of Steel is releasing today! The game depicts a dark future where the majority of the races inhabiting the Milky Way are driven to unite against the deadliest menace of all: endless hordes of sentient machines devoted to the annihilation of all other species. These latter formed an Alliance trying to cripple the enemy by knocking out their underground facilities. This kind of mission is not suitable for large groups of units and the Alliance is forced to rely on smaller - but better trained and equipped - squads named Commandos!
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CMANO has been updated to version 1.08!
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In order to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Kursk we are offering a 25% discount on some of the best Eastern Front games we have in the catalogue. Don't forget that Gary Grigsby's War in the East is also currently promoted with a 30% discount on both the main game and the bundled pack including all expansions!
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This will be a long and cruel war.
Today, Gary Grigsby's War in the East – one of the 50 Best Strategy Games Ever Made according to Rock Paper Shotgun– is starting a new grand campaign with its official release on Steam.
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First published in 1998, this legendary series of operational wargames has seen six releases, including the latest Operational Art of War III, released to the wargaming audience in 2006. Now, as we conclude The Operational Art of War III, we are also taking a new step to continue the series into the future. Publisher Matrix Games and the TOAW Development Team have been working behind the scenes for nearly two years to take this landmark brand to new heights.
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Led by Vince, an actor deemed the next big thing, four buddies migrate west from Queens, N.Y. Usually within his reach are his less successful half brother, Drama; Vince's best friend, Eric; and their irrepressible pal, Turtle. As the foursome adjusts to Tinseltown's fast pace and frantic deal-making, Vince's take-charge agent, Ari, exerts his influence -- often to Eric's annoyance.
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Adrian Grenier as Vincent Chase
Kevin Connolly as Eric Murphy
Kevin Dillon as Johnny ``Drama'' Chase
Jerry Ferrara as Turtle
Jeremy Piven as Ari Gold
Rex Lee as Lloyd
Perrey Reeves as Mrs. Ari
Emmanuelle Chriqui as Sloan McQuewick
Gary Cole as Andrew Klein
Scott Caan as Scott Lavin
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On University Games, Head swimmer Andriy Govorov won gold medal on 50m fly with time 23,28 sec. It was .01 slower than his semifinal time that shot him to an eighth-ranked tie in the world rankings and new National record of Ukraine.
He swam with new Head technology and high performance suit – Liquid Pro


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Some rehersals and 1 real version.
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CLASSIC HARDCORE SKATEPUNK; www.soundcloud.com/KILLAMEDIC
Merged; 1 thread per band plz.
and no wonder hearts and minds have been won
CLASSIC HARDCORE SKATEPUNK; www.soundcloud.com/KILLAMEDIC
KILLAMEDIC just dropped their new EP with 6 songs, check it out :')
A new era of punk rock, and a hotplate!
But seriously, check out this band, if you're on the BSS, you'll love em!


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Its true love, we will marry !
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Its true love, we will marry !
[Spoken in my best Billy Madison]
So hot.. Want to touch the hiney.
Going to be hard to follow Rebecca Dirks.
It's like Junior High all over again :)
My NAMM 1938 girlfriend...we still stay in touch...
I heard a rumor that Brent was on Jimmy Kimmel Live and theres video of it
I thought that was her.
I watch all the Premier Guitar videos :D
I get the magazine.
Does the fact that I instantly knew who she was mean I spend to much time looking at Guitar Porn? ;)
I think that photo needs a "caption contest"! What is Brent thinking right now ? :D
Hot off the press. I received some cell phone photos from Marc Quigley. This is what he sent.
Inside of the demo area.
Inside the display area
Entrence to the PRS display area
Why are you intentionally trying to derail this thread Shawn? DIRKS! DIRKS! DIRKS!
I want one of those pics for my wall.
And no, not George in drag.
PRS has a room upstairs now? Nice!
I want to see boobs, I just take my own shirt off now, and look in the mirror. No begging or unnecessary foreplay involved.
Same level of excitement (not much).
And unless I'm wearing my bifocals, I can't even tell it's me.
Nor can I remember.
I feel like I've read this thread before. Hans posting boobie pics, Les with some old man humor, everyone cheering for Rebecca and Shawn trying to act like we should be, in some way, shape or form, reasonable adults - even though he wants nothing of the sort.
good start! Who's got more pics of Ms. Dirks...or any other NAMM chicks???


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JOHNSONBURG – About 25 concerned Johnsonburg Area School District teachers attended Thursday night's board of education meeting asking the district to conclude a bargaining process that first began in January of 2010.
Teachers Lisa Gustafson and Jesse Schreiber, both proud members of the Johsonburg Area Education Association [JAEA], made statements prior to the regular meeting.
"Together the teachers, administrators, parents, residents and you - the members of the school board are an educational team," Schreiber said. "We are one for our children and our public schools and we must remain united in moving our district forward together."
According to Schreiber, the JAEA represents 65 members who teach more than 600 children who attend public schools as well as having taught thousands of students in the past.
"We are very fortunate in Johnsonburg to have a strong educational program that provides our children with a quality and dynamic public education," Gustafson said. "Our public schools are the backbone to our community. Strong public schools build strong communities. Since the inception of the state standardized PSSA tests, our district is the only one in Elk County that has made adequate yearly progress [AYP] every year. This is an achievement that everyone in our community can be proud of."
Schreiber reminded the board that Gov. Tom Corbett announced his budget for next year and that they [the district] are facing "challenging times."
Pick up a copy of the Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012 edition of The Ridgway Record for more.


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Behind the Lens with Andrew Swartz
Behind the Lens with Andrew Schwartz
Philly-based photographer Andrew Schwartz has an ineffable quality that makes it seem like he belongs exactly where he is at any given moment. For a photographer, that talent results in access to some of the best artists out there. Here he talks about it in his own words.
I was shooting Ultra for Rolling Stone in Miami this year, taking mostly portraits and live photographs. Afrojack is one of the tallest musicians I've met, so I knew that his portrait would be difficult to frame. As we were walking out of the artist's rooms, which were on a yacht nonetheless, I saw a brand new, red Ferrari. I made a blithe comment about wanting to photograph him in the car — not knowing it belonged to him. His eyes instantly lit up as he reached for the keys and he ran over to it, popped the hood, and gave me a thumbs up. We got the winning photograph in one try.
Fitz and the Tantrums
As I was standing in the photo pit in front of the main stage at Coachella a couple of years ago, an older photographer approached me and warned me that the next performer "jumped like a madman." I took note and positioned myself appropriately so that the front-of-stage monitor wouldn't block the drummer's head. Sure enough, one song into the set I was able to capture the exact photo I imagined.
The Gaslight Anthem
This photo was taken in Boston for Rolling Stone's A Day In The Life series. The series basically follows different bands throughout a day, usually on tour or in the studio. We set up the shoot a month or so prior through management and their record label, however once the day came, the band knew nothing about it. They travelled all night from New York by bus and were clearly in no mood to have a photographer travel with them all day. As I was getting ready to head out to meet up with the band, their manager called to inform me that the shoot was cancelled. I quickly scrambled to call my editor at the magazine who advised me to politely disregard the cancellation and go shoot them at the Boston.com offices where they were performing an acoustic set followed by a Q&A. The band had no idea that I was coming, as they were under the impression that the shoot was cancelled. They finished their set and started the Q&A, which was led by a Boston.com writer. The first words from her being, "So I hear there's a Rolling Stone photographer here to follow you guys around all day". Immediately after the Q&A, the front man Brian came up to me to say hello and apologized for the mix up. The discomfort quickly turned to humor. This photo was taken during sound check in an otherwise empty House of Blues.
She liked this shot so much that she decided to use it for her Twitter banner photo. If you're reading this Claire, I'm still waiting for credit…
Icona Pop
Foam Magazine commissioned this photograph for their summer issue this year. I decided, since we were in Miami, to scope out the control room in the yacht with the band. The captain was pleasantly surprised and insisted Caroline wore his hat. We all loved the result.
Jack White
This photograph was taken at the best live performance I've seen at a festival. His onstage energy is undeniable. The rain was a bonus. Also, he plays barefoot.
Probably the best photograph I've ever taken or ever will take.
No Doubt
Preparation is a key part of what I do, so the ability to watch a sound check helps me immensely. Knowing that Gwen would enter from the back of the stadium is the only reason I was able to get this shot.
Rick Ross
Never in my life have I seen so many people on side-stage during a performance. It was like fighting through a crowd to get this shot!
Taylor Swift
Try finding catering in Madison Square Garden — only took me an hour and a half.
The Lumineers
The Lumineers played a private show at the iHeartRadio performance theater back in December. The stage setup was unbelievable with clear incandescent lights suspended like fireflies. Halfway into the set, Jeremiah smashed one directly in front of me with his guitar neck, sending shards of glass directly at my face. Lucky for me, I had a camera to block the shrapnel.
The Shins
In my opinion, James Mercer is one of the most talented songwriters of our time. I was fortunate enough to photograph them at Coachella in 2012.
Wayne Coyne
Wayne invited me to photograph the band onstage after we took this shot in a hot air balloon at Firefly Music Festival. However, there was one requirement. I had to wear a lion costume.


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In this instructable, I will show you how to create a cool book cover for your eReader or small tablet. The cover is secure enough to hold your eReader in a natural vertical reading position and it will also protect it from bumps and scratches in your purse or backpack. As a bonus, all of the buttons and ports are still accessible, so you can put your gadget right on the charger, without taking it out of its case.
Lets get started.
Step 1: Pick the perfect book
Here are things to look for.
1. Right size. Pick a book that is just slightly larger than your gadget. In all dimensions. So, just a little longer, wider and thicker.
2. Cheap. Don't spend big bucks on an first edition "Bicentennial Man" by Isaac Asimov or "I Am Legend" by Richard Matheson. Get a cheap hardback book that you won't feel bad cutting up.
3. Cover in good condition. Its okay if it looks a little dirty or used, but find one with a solid cover that's not torn or broken.
4. Good title. Decide what sort of image you want to convey. My local used book store had dozens of Hardy Boys books that were the perfect size and condition, but I just couldn't picture myself sitting at the airport (appearing to be) reading one.
I found this cheap book club edition of "Meditations" by Marcus Aurelius that was just perfect. (I have a bunch of these cheaply bound classics actually. "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens was a first runner-up candidate.)
Great, tks
I love this it is a great idea... Thank you so much for this cool idea.
I LOVE the witty conversational style of your (very clear) instructions! Brava!
Looking forward to making one of these myself. All the best!
What else would be cool is to create a custom book cover for it on www.notefashion.com
Thanks for the link, but I didn't see an option for a book cover on that site. Just laptop skins. Did I miss something?
Thanks so much for this ible. I left out the elastic strap, and instead of velcro just made some tight fitting slots. When the book is shut, it can't fall out. When it's open friction and gravity keep it in.
It's a Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1, so I may have to make some cutouts for the camera and a place to get the stylus out easier.
And this book was saved from being thrown out by our library, so I don't feel too bad at murdering it. (I also read it first)
That looks really great. What did you use for the grippers? Is that silver tape?
So the grippers are made out of two strips of thick cardboard (It's an old lever-arch file/ring binder). They were 1cm wide and PVA glued into a right angle.
At this point I considered gluing them on and calling it done, but thought that they might not have enough friction to keep them in place, so I covered them in tape (the same 'tough tape,' which the plastic is relatively soft/grippy)
Few other comments:
- I reinforced the spine with a little tough tape to help hold it together when bent all the way back. (Tough tape is like duct tape but clear)
- I didn't felt the inside, because the material holding the tablet in (thick cardboard) provides a slight gap so it won't rub there. This left the place where I had removed the pages brown, while the rest of the cover was green. So I cut a strip of the cover from the first page and covered the spine with it.
- The power button was getting pushed when the book was shut so I glued a pad of paper in next to it so pressure would go on the tablet frame rather than the button.
The image shows all the points above, and is the tablet resting nearly vertically in landscape.
Excellent Instructable! Time to make some gifts for the family, so off I go to the thrift store to find some worthy books!
Thank you so much for this. I followed someone's suggestion about using the Command strips and while it ads a bit of extra bulk (they do sit out a bit more than velcro) it actually works better with the book I chose.
Great! Looks terrific. :-)
I just read this, and would like to thank you for your time. I'll be building one for my kobo aura HD, and am going to try building up a form between the back cover and the felt to fit the back of the reader, since it's not flat.
Thanks again!
This is how it "sits" no way to secure it so if you lean, it slides
This is how it closes. It protects, but is clumsy
Things I learned:
Simple is better.
Felt combined with superglue can have nasty effects including copious amounts of smoke. Use the proper adhesives.
It might make a difference if you used wool felt instead of craft felt (that is primarily recycled plastic bottles).
These days I am using ordinary white glue or wood glue for everything.
Like the Native Americans, I use all of the parts.
But go to your local used book store and you will find plenty of trashy old physical text books and romance novels for a $1 each. Or, you can do what I did and find a cheap book that is trying to look expensive.
As it turns out the felt is a lot harder to punch thru than the hardboard. The felt stretches around the punch. You can try to do it in one step. Maybe your hole puncher is more assertive than mine.


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Lowrider Camber is the ultimate freestyle camber with the perfect amount of flex, without sacrificing much needed stability, snap, and pop. The mellow positive camber curve allows the board to easily flex while pressing, while maintaining enough snap to help you stomp those backseat landings.
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LOS ANGELES -- It's a down year for Nashville at the Grammys.
Which means the city's musicians have only three slots in the four all-genre categories: Taylor Swift for best album, and Kacey Musgraves and new resident Ed Sheeran for top new artist. And some of Music City's commercial blockbusters (Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line) and critically hailed works (such as Jason Isbell's "Southeastern" album in Americana and Caitlyn Rose's "The Stand-In" in country and pop) received no nominations, just like our symphony and our other classical and jazz artists.
But if this is a down year, then things are looking up.
Tonight's 56th annual Grammy Awards will offer plenty of showcases for Music City performers both contemporary and vintage. Swift will play a prominent role, performing onstage at Staples Center and competing in the races for best album, best country album, country song and country duo or group performance (with "Highway Don't Care" conspirators Tim McGraw and Keith Urban). Her fellow country crossover superstar Urban will perform with guitarist Gary Clark Jr., and young guitar-slinger Hunter Hayes will perform his new, emotion-drenched single, "Invisible," during the show.