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they stole that from Nintendo and It does look like the Sims too. I think EA and Nintendo should sue Sony steals everyone's ideas and tweaks it to make it their own.
your right except that this worrys me because my dad has shares in nintendo its kinda a big blow to me that the ps3 would do this come on nintend sueOriginally Posted by Axtlar
they stole that from Nintendo and It does look like the Sims too. I think EA and Nintendo should sue Sony steals everyone's ideas and tweaks it to make it their own.
It looks to me like a rip off of the Xbox achievements system and the Nintendo Mii. Although, I have to say it looked impressive regardless.
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I think "Home" looks great!
Sure, it looks like the Sims. Who cares? It's a whole community of PS3 users.
Sure, maybe Sony took ideas from Nintendo. I must admit, if Mii's didnt exist, then the liklihood that "Home" would exist is probably next to none. I really think it's pathetic how you think Nintendo should sue.
"Home" and "Mii's" are two tottaly different things. Home for one has actual virtual environment, where all PS3 users online can meet and chat. What does Nintendo have? Mii Parade.
I think EA will be proud that Sony have 'borrowed' there ideas. I mean, If people use there ideas to build a whole virtual community, then they must be doing something right!
I can't wait to see what's in store for Home!
Is it me, or does the above post seriously look like an repetitive advertisement for "Home!" lol :P...But i think this idea is great, it might be taken a little from the Mii idea, but thats how everything grows I guess....
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^Hehe, sorry about that!
I was just simply showing interest in...*wait for it*..."Home"
I was just trying to say that although idea's have obvioulsy been borrowed from Mii's, the whole concept for **** is completely different.
Will you people freaking stop with this "They stole this" crap. You fanboys are something else. Rather pathetic.
no one in the legal system cares about "coping"Originally Posted by in touch with the wii
its all about patents
i believe they also took xboxs achievements, im about to watch the video
meh they kinda took that but not to the degree, its more new than coping the achievements
but MAN
THEY BLEW MiiS OUT OF THE WATERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
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What are you talking about? They COPIED the entire concept from Nintendo and then added in some stuff to make it seem, "original". How pathetic is that. The fact of the matter is though that PS3 is still a 600 piece of sh*t with sh*t games for the ridiculous price of $59.99 and no innovative thing to mention at all. They stole Microsofts accomplishments concept and are now passing that off as their own as well. Yes I think Nintendo should sue if they have a legal right to. This just makes me more convince how good Nintendo has done this year and last. This is clearly a last ditch attempt to get more people to buy the PS3 besides blind and graphic obssessed Sony fanboys. The only thing I can say is that Nintendo needs to introduce some new things too which are similar and yet more fun than "Home". Plus Miis are something new and different. The people in that movie are the same old boring humans we see each day. And The Sims already has that market down.Originally Posted by tirminyl
The only thing I'll concede is that the movie was pretty good.
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Now i will admit, I love my Wii with all my heart! But that is seriously some nice shit right there! If the price for PS3 dropped a few hundred, I would buy it for this. And of course keep my Wii and play it very often
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AMHERST – A University of Massachusetts graduate and her filmmaking partner have been able to raise the more than $20,000 needed to ready their film "Coexist" for public television.
UMass graduate Mishy Lesser and filmmaker Adam Mazo needed the money to extend the film from 40 to 56 minutes and add close captioning as well.
More than 280 people contributed to the campaign. "Coexist" looks at violence and genocide in Rwanda as a place to talk about violence and bullying here. American Public Television contacted the filmmakers about airing the film.

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ALLEN PARK — The Detroit Lions are practicing together as a full team for the first time in months. Well, almost a full team.
All free agents who signed with the Lions after the last CBA expired were ineligible to take part in practices. Defensive end Cliff Avril finally signed his qualifying offer and joined the rest of his teammates on Thursday, too.
Safety Louis Delmas and cornerback Eric Wright – who the Lions signed as a free agent – were expected to participate, but were not working out.
Others, like second-round draft pick Titus Young, have missed several practices in a row as they try to come back from injury.
-- Free agent pickup Stephen Tulloch started drills at right outside linebacker, with DeAndre Levy manning the middle, just as head coach Jim Schwartz intimated earlier this week.
-- Detroit announced the signing of guard Isaac Sowells. The Lions also claimed receiver Nate Hughes and guard Greg Niland. Meanwhile, the team released cornerbacks Branden Bufford and Brandon Stephens, receiver Michael Moore and guard Pat Illig.


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Kokoro, Greenwich
If this slim, sleek, silvery slip of a restaurant is anything, it's hip. Calling its cuisine modern Asian, Kokoro mix-matches exotic flavors and Google-worthy ingredients with eye-catching panache. It works because two of the world's great cuisines, Japanese and French, underlie much that goes on here.
Miso soup with wakame seaweed shares pride of place with silky porcini mushroom chestnut soup topped with truffle foam. Chilean sea bass is adorned with lily buds, black bean salsify and lemon cauliflower purée. Long Island duckling comes with teriyaki polenta, dark cherry sauce and white truffle honey gelée.
Just don't count on it. In the course of several visits we discovered that the printed menu, as well as the list of specials, is a mutable feast. Lily buds? Now you get them, now you don't. Lamb chops? Sometimes thick, sometimes thin. But the skill, quality and creativity remain constant, and to my considerable delight I was able to indulge my passions for oysters and foie gras at once on two occasions. Kokoro serves oysters and foie gras huddled together in an oyster shell so you can savor both in one bite. Served on a bed of ice, the oysters are icy cold, the foie gras still warm from searing. Hot and cold, rich and astringent, sensuous beyond belief.
In contrast, a sashimi platter was a compilation of cool, clean freshness, 18 pieces, chef's choice, including rich red tuna, lovely yellowtail and red snapper, mackerel too strident for my taste and pale mild fluke.
Toro tartare was especially disappointing because it did not live up to its description in a recent New York Times review. Purportedly it comes in the shape of a heart resting in a matching hollow carved in the top of a block of ice. Our toro arrived at almost room temperature, a loose pile in a sea of yuzu or onion dressing—the menu mentions both and it was hard to tell. More serious was the fact that after a mouthful or two I encountered a tough, stringy tendon—evidence of careless cutting that a good sushi chef would be embarrassed to own up to. Perhaps I should have sent it back. For $21 it should have been better.
The array of special rolls on offer was so enticing we ordered more than we needed and were glad we did. Jaguar, which I may have chosen for the name, turned out to be my favorite, an opulent mélange of tuna, avocado and cream cheese topped with spicy soft shell crab drizzled with smoked-eel glaze. My friends chose a zippier roll, which lived up to its descriptive name Spicy! Crunchy! Zesty!, combining spicy crunchy tuna, yellowtail, cucumber and pickled radish topped with spicy kani (crab) salad and tempura flakes with eel emulsion. We all wanted to try the Flame Thrower, which the menu described as flambéed. Since we were expecting dramatic pyrotechnics tableside, it was a bit of a letdown to find the roll was heated while wrapped in foil. No smoke, no char, but still it was delicious—shrimp tempura, spicy tuna and asparagus. All of the above were hefty bites—easy to make a meal of two or three and fun to share.
But there are entrées if you are so inclined, and we were. On my first visit I fell in love with poached latte lobster with kaffir beurre blanc over open-face potato ravioli. On my most recent visit, however, latte lobster was gone and nobody but me seemed to remember it—and the plump Colorado lamb chops I'd enjoyed had been replaced with scrawny ones cut from an Australian rack in a sauce that went from French-accented red wine to browned butter and malt.
Still, I was happy to find that my favorite entrées were unchanged and wonderful. Black cod, snow white and silky under a crisp dark skin, perched on the left side of a dinner plate like the prow of a ship sailing into a white sea, wore the same festive garland of green pea mousseline, fresh peas, baby fennel, Spanish saffron and pineapple sauce and tasted as good as it looked.
Duck breast was equally glorious, moist and juicy, served in generously large pieces, not sliced too thin to taste. Nestled beside teriyaki polenta, robed in dark cherry sauce and garnished with hazelnuts and white truffle honey gelée, this duck was a dish to remember, East-meets-West cooking in all its glory. Please, Kokoro, keep it on the menu.
A word about service: Our every request was met with a smile and a nod—and too often promptly forgotten. It was almost eerie how willing every server seemed to be while our meal progressed in annoying fits and starts, hot appetizers arriving before we could get a drink and desserts so late we were tempted to do without.
But beauty makes up for a lot and there's a lot of beauty at Kokoro. Seated at a table facing the bar, we watched a trio of chefs turning plates of food into exquisite Japanese flower arrangements. There was artistry everywhere—except, curiously, when it came to dessert. Black sesame crème brûlée, dark gray and sludgy, was downright ugly. Tempura-fried Oreos looked and tasted flabby. Sinful Chocolate Lava or mango sorbet might have been a better choice. Better yet might be to take a pass on dessert and saunter off feeling virtuous while at the same time savoring the pleasures of a dining experience like one you might encounter in Singapore.
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203/869-8886; kokorobistro.com
Lunch Monday through Friday 11 to 3, Saturday 12 to 3. Dinner Monday through Thursday 5 to 10, Friday and Saturday till 11, Sunday 4 to 10. Major credit cards. Price range: sushi or sashimi à la carte $2 to $7, appetizers $14 to $19, rolls $12 to $22, entrées $19 to $32, desserts $8 to $10.Kokoro, Greenwich


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A man walking along the side of Arkadelphia Road tonight stumbled, fell off the sidewalk, and was killed by an 18-wheeler, according to Birmingham police.
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Police said the incident happened about 7:30 p.m. The eastbound lanes were closed while police investigated the accident, but were re-opened about 10 p.m.


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GPS navigation specialist TomTom can breathe a sigh of relief today and wipe the beads of cold sweat off its anthropomorphic forehead. The company has settled the patent infringement claims Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT ) brought against it last month.
In what looks like a total victory for Microsoft, TomTom will send license fees to the software giant and stop using a couple of vital file system patents. "When addressing IP infringement issues, there are two possible paths: securing patent coverage or not using the technology at issue," said Microsoft's licensing head Horacio Gutierrez in a written statement. "Through this agreement, TomTom is choosing a combination of both paths."
TomTom couldn't simply pay the balance and go fully licensed, because much of its core software was written under the open-source GPL license. The GPL "copyleft" license doesn't mesh well with proprietary licenses like the ones covering Microsoft's FAT file management technology. Now TomTom gets two years to design a workaround of some sort.
Several public companies lean heavily on GPL-licensed software, including Linux vendors like Red Hat (NYSE: RHT ) and Novell (Nasdaq: NOVL ) . Sun Microsystems (Nasdaq: JAVA ) has acquired several GPL proponents such as the MySQL database team and the virtual server experts of Innotek, and seems to generally like the GPL a lot.
Other friends of open software include IBM (NYSE: IBM ) , Adobe Systems (Nasdaq: ADBE ) , and Google (Nasdaq: GOOG ) . The license has yet to see a serious test in court, but it certainly behooves TomTom to work within the license rather than taking its chances as a licensing maverick. The benefits of GPL and other open-source licenses are many, including cost savings and a free flow of ideas from one project to the next. And as the companies above show, you can still make money from selling and supporting software under the GPL.
The TomTom agreement sets a precedent for others to follow if Microsoft or some other giant with a fat patent portfolio goes after their open-sourced applications. One day, maybe Microsoft Office will be published under the GPL. In the meantime, don't be afraid to invest in open-source specialists.
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ROCKY POINT, L.I. -- Winning pitcher Alyssa Jordan pitched five innings of one-hit ball with six strikeouts to lead Great Kills to a 8-1 victory over Seneca River North in the Little League Softball 10-year-old New York State Tournament yesterday at North Shore LL.
"Her control was key," said GK head coach Russ Amato of his pitcher. "She used two different types of curveballs, keeping them off balance."
The Section 5 champions advance to the semifinals today at 3 p.m. to face Section 4's New City.
Samantha Julia led off the bottom of the first inning with a walk. Kacie Rosa followed with a RBI single. Rosa stole second, then scored on a Valerie Jioia base hit.
In the second, Julianna Cretella laced a single, stole second and third, then scored on a sac bunt by Jordan.
Jioia's triple started off the third inning. She then scored on a fielder's choice.
The District 24 winners loaded the bases on walks in the fourth frame. Rosa drove in two runs on a double down the line. Caroline Bibula then scored the final run of the inning on a FC.
Cretella laced a single, stole second and third then scored on a FC to end the fifth inning.
Bibula relieved Jordan in the sixth, fanning two batters.
Seneca's only run came in the fifth inning off a sac fly.
"They played spectacular," Amato said about the GK defense. "They (Seneca) put the ball in play in every inning, and the defense made the plays."


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Bayou Classic weekend continues today (Nov. 23) with a golf tournament at 8:30 a.m at Joe Bartholomew Golf Course (Pontchartrain Park) and a day of panel discussions of issues important to historically black colleges and universities, along with an all-day expo about employment opportunities, continuing education, health care, and technological advances at the Hyatt Regency. The Fan Festival and Vendor Village will also present live entertainment by Kourtney Hart, Chris Baptist, Outsiders, Kevin Gates, Kevin Styles and Alaina at Champions Square from noon to 6 p.m.
- Tonight (Nov. 23) at the Contemporary Arts Center is opening night of 'A Christmas Carol' at 7:30 p.m. John "Spud" McConnell stars as Ebenezer Scrooge in Southern Rep's adaptation of Charles Dickens' holiday classic, with music by Doris Baizley. Performances continue through Dec. 16.
- 'A Christmas Story' also opens tonight (Nov. 23) at 8 p.m. at Slidell's Little Theatre. This production about little Ralphie Parker's quest for a Daisy Brand Red Ryder BB gun is based upon the film adaptation of Jean Shepherd's novel, 'In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash.' Performances continue through Dec. 9.
'Voodoo Cats,' a three-day cat show and "feline beauty contest" kicks off today (Nov. 23) at 3 p.m. at the Hilton New Orleans Airport Hotel. Admission is $5 for adults ($4 for seniors and children younger than 10, free for children younger than 3). The show will also be open Saturday and Sunday (Nov. 24-25) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Categories for judging include a cage decorating contest (best voodoo theme), best dressed Marie Laveau costume contest (for female cats) and best dressed jazzy cat costume contest (for male cats).


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Serial Communication Protocol for Embedded Application
Serial communication protocol is developed for the small embedded application to have better communication in between personal computer and hardware module. The liability of this protocol is lies in its two different rules for data transmission and reception. The beauty of this protocol is that it reduces the code size of embedded application and most important is no data loss or collision. This method is support both half and full duplex mode. The protocol has been developed and tested in laboratory.
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If you think the makeup of the new College Football Playoff selection committee sounds like a good debate with your buddies in the corner bar, you're correct.
Just more than four months ago around lunchtime one day at the annual Southeastern Conference business meetings in Destin, Fla., a group of sportswriters including myself sat with Bill Hancock, the executive director of the BCS who had been named to the same job for the new four-team playoff that starts in the 2014 season.
Most of us have known Bill at least 25 years. He was the first full-time director of the NCAA Final Four, serving for 13 years. He was the first executive director of the BCS, named to that post in 2009.
So the discussion that day in the bar area at the Sandestin Beach Hilton was casual and breezy. Talk eventually turned to whom we thought should be on the committee.
"We're looking for people with the courage to make difficult decisions," Hancock said that day. "They will be deliberate. They will be thorough. They will leave their hats at the door. They are there to represent college football."
When Hancock said he'd like a former player or two on the committee, all of us agreed former Ole Miss and Saints star Archie Manning should definitely be one of Hancock's first-round draft picks.
Lo and behold, when Hancock announced the 13 members of the first College Football Playoff selection committee on Wednesday, ol' Arch was on the list.
It's a committee that has been thoroughly vetted by Hancock. Some facts and figures about the committee, which has an average member age of 61 1/2 years old:
*Five members are current athletic directors from each of the BCS conferences. They are committee chairman Jeff Long of Arkansas, Pat Haden of USC, Barry Alvarez of Wisconsin, Oliver Luck of West Virginia and Dan Radokovich of Clemson (who's also a former LSU assistant A.D.).
*Five members have been on football staffs, including three former head coaches (Alvarez, Tom Osborne and Tyrone Willingham).
*Ten of the 13 members played football in college. The three who didn't are former Big East commissioner Mike Tranghese, former USA Today sports reporter Steve Wieberg and former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.
The inclusion of Rice raised eyebrows among college football good 'ol boys, such as former Auburn coach Pat Dye, whose Jurassic Park mentality fortunately didn't permeate the selection process.
When word leaked last week that Rice was on the committee, Dye, who usually played for ties as a coach but didn't play that safe this time said, "All she knows about football is what somebody told her, or what she read in a book, or what she saw on television. To understand football, you've got to play with your hand in the dirt."
The blustering Dye obviously forgot that when Rice was provost at Stanford, she named Willingham to be its head coach. All Willingham did at Stanford was become the school's first coach in 29 years to guide the school to the then-Pac-10 title and a spot in the Rose Bowl.
Rice took the high road about Dye's comments, not surprising because of her superb diplomatic career.
"When I was approached (about being on the committee), I said, `Well, tell me what it is that you think I can bring to this committee?'" Rice said. "First of all, people thought that it was important to have diversity of experience. There is a reason that corporate boards are not all CEOs. You want people to have diversity of experience.
"Secondly, they said we want people who will make critical judgments and can do that under pressure. I think that's going to describe this committee. They also said we want people who love college football. I absolutely fit into that category.
"So I've been in and around the game quite a lot. I think what I can hopefully bring to this committee is critical judgment, the willingness to work hard."
SEC commissioner Mike Slive told me Thursday during the midst of the league's basketball media days in Birmingham that the addition of Rice to the committee is an example of what the committee is supposed to be.
"When working on a committee," said Slive, a past chairman and member of the NCAA men's basketball tournament selection committee, "you don't want everyone with exactly the same background. You want a composite picture.
"You've got football people, you've got administrators who have been involved with football. You have a former member of the media.
"And in her own way, Condi Rice has been involved in football her whole life. She grew up in Alabama (in the Birmingham area, then Tuscaloosa before moving to Denver), her father was a (football and basketball) coach. She knows the game. She hired Tyrone Willingham at Stanford. She has experience dealing with complex issues surrounded by important factors."
True, Rice never put her "hand in the dirt" as Dye says. She was too busy being an international diplomat (nicknamed "The Warrior Princess" for her steely nerve and calm manners) who was dealing with problems in the worst hot spots imaginable around the globe.
Wonder how she's ever going to handle the pressure of picking four teams for a college football playoff?
You can go back in your mancave now, Pat Dye, and grill some brontosaurus burgers.
The case for Johnny Football
We've all had a good time of making fun of Texas A&M's Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Johnny Manziel's preseason autograph controversy.
We jabbed him a few times about his off-season escapades, like having the cohones to show up at a University of Texas frat party wearing a "look-at-me" Tim Tebow jersey.
Lord knows, I've referred to him as Johnny Sharpie more than once.
But if you want to light my fuse on Johnny Manziel, just ask me how I feel about the debate whether Manziel's image as a party-hearty boy in the offseason should affect the way he should be viewed as a legitimate Heisman candidate.
As a longtime Heisman voter, my criteria for any candidate is simple: Is he consistently outstanding in helping his team win the vast majority of the games?
There are plenty of players in the history of college football who were part saint, part sinners. But if it hasn't been determined whether they broke rules or have been arrested repeatedly, then the player should be judged for what he has done on the field.
This season, even with Manziel suspended for the first half of the season opener against Rice, his six-game stats are on pace with last season.
Last year, the Aggies were 5-1 at this time. Manziel had 2,356 yards total offense - 1,680 passing, 676 rushing, with 14 passing TDs and three interceptions, 10 rushing TDs, a 67.4 completion percentage and an efficiency rating of 162.8.
This season, A&M is currently 5-1. Manziel has 2,293 yards total offense - 1,835 passing, 438 rushing, with 14 passing TDs and five interceptions, 5 rushing TDs, a 73.2 completion percentage and an efficiency rating of 179.5.
Opposing coaches have noted Manziel's improvement from last season, especially his ability to be more patient in the pocket, looking to pass first rather than run, which was just the opposite of what he preferred last season.
So if I look at Manziel as a Heisman voter, I think he's having an even more impressive season, because SEC defenses got a look at him last year. They've had a full season, they have game film, of how to scheme to stop him.
And they still can't, not on a consistent basis.
"Johnny Manziel is a great player, a great competitor who makes things happen out of nothing," Arkansas coach Bret Bielema said after Manziel had 320 yards total (22-of-30 passing, 2 TDs) in a 45-33 A&M win a couple of weeks ago.
Why wouldn't I consider giving one of my top three Heisman votes to Manziel? The guy's a baller.
Crystal ball
Mad Dog the Magnificent went 5-2 last week, choosing not to play safe and picking Bowling Green to upset Mississippi State, which ended up winning by a point. He's now 61-6. Here are the predictions, taken straight from a mayonnaise jar on Funk and Wagnalls porch where they have been since noon yesterday:
LSU 48, Ole Miss 21, Alabama 41, Arkansas 7; Texas A&M 45, Auburn 27; Georgia 35, Vanderbilt 10; South Carolina 24, Tennessee 20; Florida 20, Missouri 17. Kentucky and Mississippi State have open dates.


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What Kind of Impact Are You Having in the Tax Department?
There is no doubt that tax department processes will have to change and technology will have to evolve in the years to come in order to keep up with regulatory changes and increased complexity. As a member of the tax department, you will be instrumental in presenting your ideas for change, getting them heard and having people move on them. You come into work every day in the tax department and work long hours, manage stressful situations and meet deadlines. But, have you ever wondered what kind of an impact you are having? Is it the kind of impact you want to have? Or are you just going through the motions?
Recently, I got the opportunity (and privilege) to read an advance copy (unedited proof) of Chris Brogan and Julien Smith's new book, The Impact Equation, scheduled for release on October 25, 2012. Did you know there is an equation that will greatly increase your chances of having an impact with your ideas or projects in the tax department? Well, there is! And, in their upcoming book, Chris and Julien do an outstanding job of explaining what it takes to evaluate the real influence your ideas are having on those around you and providing lots of tips on how to improve your ability to be heard.
So, are you ready for the impact equation they describe? It is simply:
Easy, right? But, still clear as mud?!?!?
Let me help connect some of the dots by sharing a little more detail on the attributes of the equation:
ONTRAST - Making something feel similar but different at the same time, so it stands out
EACH - Number of people you connect with
XPOSURE - – Frequency with which you connect with people
RTICULATION – Having your message instantly understood
RUST – I think this one speaks for itself
CHO – The feeling of connection you give a person
Do you think about these things when you have ideas in the tax department? In other words:
Reach: What people are you reaching with your ideas in the tax department? Is it just your immediate boss and colleagues? Or are you networking and sharing your ideas out of the department?
Articulation: Can you clearly explain your idea to those you want to persuade? Can you do it in 3-5 words?
Exposure: How often have you tried presenting your idea? Did you present it one time during the busiest time of the year? Or have you been persistent and raised it multiple times with different people?
The Impact Equation provides a lot of insight into how to apply these attributes to a set of guiding principles – goals, ideas, platform and human element – so you can move in the right direction – either within your own department or organization or in your own endeavors. Chris and Julien do a great job of tying everything together by sharing their own experiences and providing real-life examples.
I found little nuggets of wisdom throughout the book as well. Some of them required me to walk away and let them sink in. Others jumped off the page at me and instantly resonated. Here are some of my favorites:
"The people are what matters".
"You're either a head of lettuce or an apple tree." (Great explanation on the meaning in the book!)
"The leap out into the unknown is understood by anyone who takes a chance."
"In our ideal world, everyone has a chance to get heard."
"Think like an owner."
"Nothing worth doing is easy."
"We tune into passions."
"Take a wild swing."
"Starting now is key."
"People want to see themselves, want to identify, want to belong. Business is about belonging."
"There are no shortcuts."
In exchange for getting an advance copy of the book to read, the authors simply requested that readers share their favorite quote from the book with a picture on Twitter. My favorite quote is in the blog image above.
Like what you have seen so far?
You don't just have to take my word for it. You can check out what other people are saying about the book and see other images and quotes on Twitter by using the search term #impacteq. If your curiosity is still piqued, you can pre-order the book here.
Can you perfect any of the attributes above to improve your impact in the tax department? Did you decide to order a copy of the book? If you decide to read it, let me know what you think. I would love to hear what kind of impact the book has on you!
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I liked the favorites that you shared – thanks for writing them up. It really makes me eager to get the book.
Did you read The Emotional Equations by Chip Conley? It's about the factors that influence us and understanding their role better in our lives. I think it complements what you read here.


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The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation starting Tuesday will apply a surface treatment to four roads in Dauphin, Cumberland and Franklin counties.
Motorists may encounter single-lane traffic restrictions because of the work. The dates and specific roads are as follows:
- May 28 on Route 147 in Halifax Township, Dauphin County.
- May 29 on Gold Mine Road in Rush Township, Dauphin County.
- May 30 on Lisburn Road in Monroe and Upper Allen Townships, Cumberland County.
- May 31 on Route 75 in Metal Township, Franklin County.
The $185,600 contract for this project was awarded to Interstate Road Management Corporation, of Hazleton, Luzerne County, and includes application of an epoxy and high-friction bauxite aggregate to portions of the roadway surface.
Motorists are advised to be alert for this operation, to obey work zone signs, and to slow down when approaching and traveling through work zones. This is encouraged not only for their safety, but for the safety of the road crews.
Work under this construction contract is scheduled to be completed by June.


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The Tasmanian Greens are holding a north-west fundraiser to assist in the statewide efforts to boost aid to those affected by the recent January bushfires.
Greens Emergency Services spokesperson Paul O'Halloran MP said that members of the public in the north were also wanting to do their bit, and to how their appreciation for the huge ongoing effort by firefighters and other organisations around the state.
"Naturally there has been significant focus on the devastating bushfire impact on the Tasman Peninsula and around Ellendale, but the Montumana fire has also brought home to many in the north the harsh reality that we can all be affected," Mr O'Halloran said.
"There is enormous recognition across the community of the huge efforts undertaken by firefighters and volunteers to help fight the fires, as well as the hard yakka still ahead to assist rebuilding homes, livelihoods and communities."
"We are seeing many local groups and organisations around the state hold their own fun ways of acknowledging that effort by holding fundraisers, and this fundraiser is one opportunity for those in the north west wanting to join in and do their bit."
"On behalf of the Greens I must also thank the Ulverstone Surf Club who is donating the cost of their venue and proceeds from the bar on the night, to the fundraiser effort."
All proceeds from the Greens' hosted Tasmanian Bushfire Fundraiser will go to the Red Cross Bushfire Appeal.


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Preserving heritage can be a tangly issue for proponents of downtown St. John's property development, particularly when a demolition crew is waiting for the go-ahead. In cases of municipal heritage, the old and the new are often seen to be at odds — history and headway contradicting each other again and again.
Undoubtedly, buildings in downtown St. John's have a unique character worthy of preservation. But good luck finding public unanimity on the issue of how, to what extent, and under which circumstances historic structures in St. John's should be preserved.
Despite the motivation behind downtown heritage preservation, municipal government initiatives are often considered factors hampering development. When a structure is given heritage status, for instance, property development is seen to become a minefield of costly regulations and City Hall-manufactured hurdles that stymie the potential for progress.
But the public's perception of heritage properties often presupposes a "preserve or forget" dichotomy.
In truth, that doesn't have to be the case. Take last week, for example, when the great heritage debate was revived at St. John's City Hall. At issue: the Harbour Light building and the New Hope Community Centre, two Salvation Army properties on Springdale Street in St. John's slated for demolition.
Both Salvation Army structures are architecturally and historically important to the city's heritage. But both are also outdated and in disrepair.
The Harbour Light building, completed in 1908, has been left unused for the past 10 years. And the New Hope Community Centre, which until recently served upwards of 500 people, is currently also out of commission due to a busted pipe, which burst and flooded the building following a spate of bad weather this winter. Since then, the Salvation Army's programs have been accommodated at George Street United Church.
Last Monday, the issue reached city council chambers. The city's heritage advisory committee recommended both of the Salvation Army's Springdale Street buildings to be granted heritage status, giving the city a greater say in plans for the property. In the end, however, the proposal was voted down 8-2.
There was undoubtedly a moral imperative involved in city council's decision — the implication being that without the new buildings the work the Salvation Army does in
the community could be hindered unnecessarily. According to the Salvation Army, demolishing the buildings would make way for improved facilities, better parking and higher quality services and programs for the people it serves.
The fact the Salvation Army has a March 31 deadline to spend a $250,000 federal government grant to demolish the Springdale Street structures further complicated the plot, as a decision that would affect that timeline could have stalled the organization's development plans indefinitely.
City council's ultimate decision meant the structures wouldn't be granted heritage status, paving the way for demolition. But it doesn't mean the old structures are finished.
However, read the comments section on any of the online news stories about last Monday's city council vote and you'd say the buildings were already kaput.
No heritage status? Well, get ready for concrete and steel.
People need to understand that preserving heritage, at least when it comes to downtown development, isn't a choice between complete demolition and complete restoration.
Other modernized downtown buildings like the Bluedrop building on Prescott Street, which incorporated traditional clapboard siding into its exterior design, show the capacity for redeveloped downtown buildings to harmonize the new and the old St. John's.
The new Salvation Army buildings could very well incorporate parts of the old ones, such as external walls, while still hosting newer, better facilities.
Following the vote, city councillors, including heritage advisory committee co-chair Dave Lane, look to now be attempting to push the project in that direction.
Where downtown properties are concerned, building development and heritage protection can work in tandem. Old and new can co-exist, and very well should.
In a city as historic and as vibrant as St. John's, preservation and progress are never mutually exclusive.
Patrick Butler, who's from Conception Bay South, is studying journalism at Carleton University. He can be reached by email at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Describing his trip as a "reconnaissance mission," Ferguson said he intends to assess the needs of Fedja, a small town about 45 miles northeast of Port-au-Prince, and devise a way to involve local civic leaders.
"You can learn a lot about your government by reaching out to other governments," Ferguson said. "I'll see what kind of contacts I can make, and then we'll begin a dialogue."
Members of the Milwaukie Christian Church approached Ferguson, who attends but is not a member, about joining the humanitarian trip. The delegation includes several students, who will be going with their families.
Ferguson was first uncertain, but soon the thought of going "stirred something deep in me," he said.
The church group, working through Wichita, Kansas-based Global Vision Citadelle Ministries, will hold medical clinics and assist in repairing a local orphanage, among other activities.
"A lot of those folks are happy to just be alive," Ferguson said. "I hope I can bring some of that back with me."
-- Bobby Allyn


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South Kitsap School District reports, voters decide
Now that the South Kitsap School District board of directors has adopted a resolution to put an excess levy measure on the ballot for next February's election, it's time for the voters to consider whether to approve or reject the ballot proposition.
Over the past several months, beginning no later than May when the board began to consider the upcoming levy measure at its regular public meetings, taxpayers have had a chance to provide their comments and ask their questions about the amounts being considered by the school district.
The decision to be made now is whether to approve or reject the annual levy amounts, not whether to change them.
The ballot only has places for a "yes" or "no" vote.
Between now and February, voters who paid little attention or said nothing prior to the board's decision will, of course, be able to ask questions and make comments for the information of themselves and others.
As this public discussion proceeds, it would be good if voters would consider the issue in two steps. First, are the levy dollar amounts justified? Second, can they afford to pay their share?
If the answer to both questions is "yes," then your vote ought to be "yes."
But, if you answer either question "no," then that should probably be the way you mark your ballot.
We hold these elections to give you a chance to say "no" just as much as to say "yes."
Many people take the affordability question first. Knowing how their own taxes would change gives them an idea of how much effort to put into figuring out whether the board has justified its proposal.
Estimating the effect on one's own bill can be done by looking at the annual increase being proposed. Assume the worst — that is, new construction will pay no part of the increase.
Then your increase would probably be the same as the increase in the amount collected from us all.
This year, the median value of homes in South Kitsap's unincorporated area is almost $290,000; so the local levy for the typical homeowner is roughly $550.
Next year, the levy amount increases by 4.46 percent, so the typical homeowner will see an increase to about $572.
In the first year of the proposed levy, the total levy amount would increase by 14.6 percent, so the typical homeowner would see an increase to about $656.
That's about a $7 per month increase in 2010, so you can probably see why many people look at this part first.
For levy supporters, the increase looks very small, and for others it may not seem worthwhile to make a great effort to examine the justification.
Looking at the justification is still important, since this is one time when most of us recognize a personal interest in knowing whether our district's administration is apparently using our money effectively.
The plan that shows how the public's money would be used is available on the district's Web site (www.skitsap.wednet.edu).
Follow the link for "2009 Replacement School Support Levy," and you can examine the PowerPoint presentation and the three-page outline of each budget item and the dollar amounts for them.
With that preliminary information, you can readily decide what you may want to ask the district about.
As the public discussion goes along, some topics will be raised which, frankly, have little or nothing to do with deciding whether to approve the proposed levy.
For example, the district's decision to hold the election in February rather than during the primary or general election is sometimes suggested as a reason to reject the measure or to believe that the district is wasting our money on special election costs.
The district must make decisions before the middle of May about recruiting new teachers or giving layoff notices to current employees.
The district's budget must be adopted by August, since the beginning of the school year in September is also the start of the district's fiscal year.
Delaying the election until August or November 2009 would make it impossible to know in time whether the district could afford to pay all its employees during the 2009-2010 school year.
And you can't go the other way and hold the election earlier during this year's primary or general election for a school levy that starts in 2010.
Under our state constitution, the levy amount for 2010 must be certified to the county commissioners in the same year the election is held.
This means the amount to be collected in 2010 must be certified in November 2009, not at some earlier time in 2008.
We are one of the few states, if not the only one, that puts the question of local school taxes up for a vote.
To avoid the election costs, should we amend the constitution and authorize our school board to impose this local property tax without our approval?
I think not.
Robert Meadows is a
Port Orchard resident.
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I like to hear differing opinions, and then make my own decision about a subject. Unfortunately, church groups rarely listen to "all opinions" and dissenters to the accepted norm are ostracized. I decided to attend, hoping to hear a lively discussion about tithing, and planned to leave early if this turned out to be a group of disgruntled Christians complaining about their church.
The group of four men and one woman were from various churches. One of the men and I had attended the same church for a season. He no longer attended church but had never stopped studying the Bible. The woman attended a church whose pastor I knew. The other men were from the same church. One of them, a deacon, had been appointed by his pastor to lead the Bible discussion.
The meeting opened with prayer, and they began a discussion about what they were going to discuss. The email had said tithing would be the subject, and I decided I'd made a mistake. I stayed mostly because it would have been rude to leave. I did not expect to come face to face with myself before the night was over, but I did.
One of the men, who I will call Al to protect his privacy, shared the same concerns I have about church doctrine and was making the same mistakes I did. Al was vocal about Pastors who teach questionable things and was known for confronting them through emails and at times in person. Jesus confronted the teachers of his day, and Al believed we should do the same. He was particularly concerned about the lack of teaching on Matthew Chapter 18. He claimed that "no one" was teaching the vital truths in this particular chapter and implied problems in the church would be resolved if someone did.
Before the discussion was over, the conversation turned a bit rude. Al offended the only other woman in the group by discussing the flaws in her pastor. She told him if he didn't stop talking about her pastor she would leave. He told her to leave. The deacon objected to his "tone." I was hoping for a lively discussion and was not disappointed.
To Al's credit he apologized to the woman. She asked him why he was against pastors and reminded him that pastors make mistakes like the rest of us. I didn't get the sense Al was against pastors. He was against pastors who lead people astray. I understood how he felt.
At the beginning of my Christian walk, I believed whatever the pastor taught. Doing so led me to do stupid things that brought decades of pain into my life. Bitter experiences often cause young Christians to turn their backs on God and abandon Christianity. I was reluctant to release something that had salvaged me from drug addiction. Instead, I stopped believing everything a pastor taught and diligently studied the Bible to understand its message. As I sought to work out my own salvation, the fog of lies I had been taught by well intention but flawed men cleared. I remained in the church, but my attitudes toward pastors and organized religion is markedly different.
As I questioned pastors through emails and in private conversations about the things I learned in personal study, a friend accused me of being against pastors. I wasn't against pastors anymore than I believe Al is. Jesus said if our worship of God is made up of manmade rules, we worship God in vain. He also warned us that many will say Lord, Lord let us in your kingdom but will be denied entance because they practiced religion, but never pursued the will of God. The stakes are high and what we believe about God is very important.
The Bible is a long history of religious leaders corrupting and the prophets who resisted them being treated like traitors and outcast. If more people like Al were willing to challenge the things they are being taught, there might be less corruption in the church. If more pastors were willing to examine their doctrines when they are questioned, they might prosper in ministry.
When the Bible study was over, I remained to talk Al about some of the things I've learned in my pursuit of the truth. First, Jesus had no sin in his life to cloud his judgment like we do. Rebuking religious leaders like Jesus did is dangerous because we are not sinless. Second, the doctrines we have embraced might not be as pure as we think they are. Third, corrupt leaders serve a good purpose. The pain they inflict in our lives teach us to worship the God we cannot see instead of men that we can see. Fourth, God's ministers are God's business. He will rebuke and judge them severely when they do wrong. There are a number of stories in the Bible that reveal the goodness and severity of God. King David is a good example that God does not play favorites. Fifth, applying our limited experience to the entire church yields inaccurate conclusions. I had taught on Matthew Chapter 18 in a church, as I'm sure many ministers have throughout the churches 2,000 year history.
I don't know if I helped Al. He listened quietly and intently. I left him my card in case he wanted to talk further and emailed him Debtors Have Rights, which explains the parable of the Unmerciful Servant in Matthew Chapter 18.
If you would like to read Debtors Have Rights, click on "continue reading entry."
Teena L Myers began writing NOLA's Faith, Beliefs and Spirituality Blog in May 2007. In addition to her material, Teena posts material donated to the faith blog from many talented friends. To learn more about Teena and read some of her longer works visit teenalmyers.webs.com
November 17, 1996
Debtor's Have Rights
by Teena L Myers
Therefore, brethren, we are debtors -- not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh. 13 For if you live according to the flesh you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. Romans 8:12-14, NKJV
Last week, we saw that our bodies will die whether Christ dwells in us or not. Flesh and blood bodies cannot inherit the kingdom of God. Therefore our bodies will return to the dust it was fashioned from. Whether our bodies remain dust or not depends on the choices we make in this life. Those who refuse to obey the Son of God's wise command - love one another - may not be granted eternal life.
We were created to serve God's purposes and desires. Those who follow their own desires or "live according to the flesh" are worthless as weeds in a garden. One day he or she will be pulled up by the roots and destroyed. God has given us his spirit so we can "put to death the deeds of the body" and live.
Putting to death the sinful desires of human nature is difficult and we often fail. When we fail, we can obtain mercy from our King but not without creating a debt to live according to his desires. God extends mercy expecting his love to change the way we live. If his mercy does not change us, we will lose the mercy we have obtained.
I've been taught that the well of mercy never runs dry. We must forgive no matter how many times a person wrongs us, even if he does it 490 times in one day. Jesus never said forgiveness is always available. If there is no end to the number of times we can sin and be forgiven why did God create a place called Hell? To the contrary, Jesus stressed how patient and longsuffering our dealings with one another should be. God wants us to imitate him by walking in his longsuffering ways.
Moses asked God, "Show me your ways that I might know you." God said Ok, but you cannot see my face and live. He put Moses in the cleft of a rock and covered Moses with his hand. As he walked by Moses, he made a proclamation about himself that reveals God's ways.
And the Lord passed before him and proclaimed, "The Lord, the Lord God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abounding in goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin, by no means clearing the guilty,. . ." Exodus 34:6-7, NKJV
Note three things God said about his ways. He is longsuffering. He is merciful toward thousands and he by no means clears the guilty. If God automatically shows mercy when we sin, why did he say his mercy for thousands? Why didn't he say mercy for everyone?
Forgiveness is not automatic. God forgives us when we sincerely repent. We can enjoy good things from God all of our lives, his rain falls on the just and the unjust, but don't be deceived. God's goodness toward us by no means clears us of guilt when we sin.
If God wants us to walk in his ways, do I have to forgive everyone who wrongs me? God doesn't so why do I? I have to forgive like God forgives. I have to forgive everyone who repents and is willing to make restitution for the wrong they committed against me. Don't misconstrue this as a license to be vindictive. Vengeance belongs to God, and he will back you up if you have a just grievance.
God by no means clears the guilty. There is a cutoff point in forgiveness, both in God's forgiveness of us and in our forgiveness of one another. Our King will give us justice, but beware! Debtors have rights in God's kingdom.
After Jesus told Peter we must forgive up to 490 times in one day, he told a parable to explain what he meant. Before we examine the parable let's consider another difficult scripture that also sheds light on the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant.
22 And when He had said this, He breathed on them, and said to them, "Receive the Holy Spirit. 23 If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven them; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained." John 20:22-23, NKJV
What did Jesus mean when he said, "If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven them; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained." Does sinful man have the power to forgive sins? No, not in the manner that God does, but we have the right to call for justice when mercy fails. Repentance is the key.
Matthew 18:23-35
23 Therefore the kingdom of heaven is like a certain king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants.
According to Alfred Edersheim in The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah the servants were the governors of the king's provinces. They are steward's entrusted with managing the affairs of the king.
24 And when he had begun to settle accounts, one was brought to him who owed him ten thousand talents.
The King initiated the action in this parable. His decision set in motion everything that follows. As the accounts were being balanced it was brought to the attention of the King that one of his servants had squandered the things entrusted to him. The servant was brought into the presence of the king to give an account. Much as we invite people to church because we know they need to settle accounts with the King.
This servant had not served the King and the people of the kingdom. He used the good things provided by the King to satisfy his own desires. He had squandered the good things of the king until he had incurred a debt that he was not able to repay.
I've read various figures of what the ten thousand talents equals in our money, everything from one million to ten million. The actual dollar figure is not the issue. The issue is that this servant had a debt he was not able to pay.
25 But as he was not able to pay, his master commanded that he be sold, with his wife and children and all that he had, and that payment be made.
The King's decree for the servant to be sold in payment of his debt was justified. The law God gave to Moses said a thief should make full restitution and if he has nothing, then he shall be sold for his theft. Including the servant's wife and children guaranteed they would be provided for when the head of their home lost everything. (Exodus 22:3)
26 The servant therefore fell down before him, saying, 'Master, have patience with me, and I will pay you all.' 27 Then the master of that servant was moved with compassion, released him, and forgave him the debt.
The servant genuinely repented. He did not ask the king to forgive the debt. He did not make excuses or argue that he owed the king nothing. The servant admitted he was wrong, and asked for patience and opportunity to make restitution for his sin. Sincere repentance stirred up the Kings compassion and he forgave the servant.
Mans sense of justice would say that's not fair. He did wrong. Make him pay. Make him suffer. The king was satisfied with repentance. If the king is willing to bear the loss, what business do we have objecting?
28 "But that servant went out and found one of his fellow servants who owed him a hundred denarii; and he laid hands on him and took him by the throat, saying, 'Pay me what you owe!' 29 So his fellow servant fell down at his feet and begged him, saying, 'Have patience with me, and I will pay you all.' 30 And he would not, but went and threw him into prison till he should pay the debt.
The forgiven servant imitated his King. He decided to settle some accounts and when a fellow servant was found indebted to him, the forgiven servant demanded payment. I've read various figures as to how much 100 denarii is, as little as ten dollars, as much as one-hundred dollars. One commentator said it is a day's wage. The point of the parable is that in comparison to what the forgiven servant owed his King, the debt was small.
The fellow servant did the same thing the forgiven servant did. He did not deny his debt but only asked for patience until he could pay what he owed. At this point the forgiven servant stopped acting like a King and started acting like a man "living according to the flesh." He threw his fellow servant into prison until he could pay his debt.
The difference between man's way and God's way is simple. God uses the law to bring us to mercy. We use the law without mercy. The forgiven servant had every right to put his fellow servant in prison.
Paul said if we live according to the flesh we will die. By the Spirit we must put to death the deeds of the body, and we will live. We can receive forgiveness and mercy from the King and still be wicked people. We cannot remain wicked without being in jeopardy of losing the forgiveness and mercy we have obtained. We are debtors, commanded to forgive as we have been forgiven.
31 So when his fellow servants saw what had been done, they were very grieved, and came and told their master all that had been done.
This is no longer a one on one situation. We know have fellow servants who know what took place between these two men and agreed that a wrong had been done to the man sitting in prison. They formed a committee and entered the Kings presence with a grievance against the brother who had shown no mercy.
Before we continue with this story, let's look at what Jesus said that provoked Peter to ask about forgiveness which in turned provoked Jesus to tell this parable.
"Moreover if your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he hears you, you have gained your brother. 16 But if he will not hear, take with you one or two more, that 'by the mouth of two or three witnesses every word may be established.' 17 And if he refuses to hear them, tell it to the church. But if he refuses even to hear the church, let him be to you like a heathen and a tax collector. 18 "Assuredly, I say to you, whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven. 19 "Again I say to you that if two of you agree on earth concerning anything that they ask, it will be done for them by My Father in heaven. 20 For where two or three are gathered together in My name, I am there in the midst of them." 21 Then Peter came to Him and said, "Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Up to seven times?" 22 Jesus said to him, "I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven. Matthew 18:15-23, NKJV
I've been taught that the prayer of agreement is a way to get our needs met. If we can get someone to agree with us in prayer, anything we ask for, God will do. If two or more of us agree that God is gonna heal Aunt Sue, it somehow gives added strength to our prayer. A majority does not rule in God's kingdom. Righteousness does. Do we really think we can obligate God into doing something simply because we agree? Jesus was not teaching about getting a need met or answered prayer in this passage. He was teaching about trespasses, repentance and forgiveness. This teaching concludes with the parable that we are now studying.
Repentance and forgiveness go hand in hand. Luke said, "Take heed to yourselves, If your brother sins against you, rebuke him; and if he repents, forgive him. And if he sins against you seven times in a day, and seven times in a day returns to you, saying, I repent, you shall forgive him" (Luke 17:3). If he repents makes repentance the key.
We are not morally obligated to forgive someone who refuses to repent for the wrong he commits against us anymore than God is. God will be good to us all of our lives but he does not forgive us until we repent and are willing to make restitution.
We are morally obligated to forgive from the heart a person who repents, no matter what he has done, because God has forgiven us a debt we cannot repay. If we do not forgive, he or she can appeal to God for justice and God will do what is right.
Returning to the parable, verse 31 says when the fellow servants saw or understood what had been done, they were grieved and took the matter to the King. If we look at the teaching as a whole, with the parable being a conclusion of the teaching, there is strong implication that the servant who was denied mercy by someone who had been forgiven appealed to his brothers in the manner that Jesus described. If your brother sins against you, try to work it out one on one first. If the matter cannot be resolved, call in two or more witnesses. If the matter still cannot be resolved take it to the church. Jesus is head of the church and our King. If we have a legitimate grievance, one or more people agree with us, we can go to God in a prayer of agreement and ask for justice.
Being a debtor never stripped us of rights. We don't have to let wicked people walk all over us on the premise God has forgiven me, so I have to forgive regardless of what wrong has been committed against me.
According to the overall teaching in Matthew 18 and in John 20:22-23, we can pray a prayer of agreement, that God will hold a wrong committed against us by an unrepentant man until he repents and makes things right with the person he wronged. Or we can pray a prayer of agreement asking God not to hold a sin against an unrepentant man. We can bind the unrepentant sinner or we can loose him, but we cannot do it alone, there must be agreement.
When we rebuke a man for sinning against his brother and he repents, we must be very careful how we treat him. IF he repents and we refuse to show mercy he has the same right of appeal.
32 Then his master, after he had called him, said to him, 'You wicked servant! I forgave you all that debt because you begged me. 33 Should you not also have had compassion on your fellow servant, just as I had pity on you?' 34 And his master was angry, and delivered him to the torturers until he should pay all that was due to him.
In Jesus parable, the fellow servant who repented but was shown no mercy by the forgiven servant appealed to the King. He called in witnesses. When the forgiven servant had no mercy the witnesses appealed to the church and the church brought the matter to God, and God gave the servant who could find no mercy justice.
The forgiven servant used the law without mercy. He was within his rights to put the man who owed him a debt in prison according to the law. The King could have done the same thing to him. The parable never said the king released the servant who could not find mercy from prison. The King put the unmerciful servant in prison with him. I think it is safe to assume that the servant who had the small debt was released from prison sooner than the servant who had a debt he could not repay.
Debtors have rights. If they repent they have the right to mercy just as God has shown mercy toward us. But be wise, God does not forgive us until we repent nor does he require us to do anymore than he himself has done. Be merciful in your judgments and you shall retain the mercy you have obtained.


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The Washington Township High School girls lacrosse team appears to be undergoing the ultimate rebuilding job.

The Minutemaids replace 75 percent of their starting lineup from a team which won the South Jersey Group IV title, including seven players currently playing in college.

But rebuilding doesn't appear to be in Township's vernacular. Reloading and retooling might be more appropriate.

 "This team is just a lot younger, but it's super-fast, the team chemistry is better than last year," said junior Taylor Foussadier, who leads the defense. "We're going to be a team to contend with again. I was a little bit hesitant coming into season hoping to be great again, but we've been practicing and it's working.

 "Everyone respects each other, everyone pushes each other. There's no competition between each other, we're just pushing each other to be the best players we can be. People are under-rating us, but we're going to shock people with how good we are."

Junior captain Erin Waller agreed the Minutemaids are primed for another big season.

 "It's a big challenge replacing the players we lost, but this team has so many strengths," said Waller, a midfielder. "In order to have a good team, you have to have good chemistry, and we already have it, so that's half the battle.

 "We did a lot in the offseason as a team, we're all friends off the field. We have the work ethic, and we're an athletic group as a whole."

Part of what Foussadier likes about the new-look 'Maids is the offensive possibilities the team speed brings. Sophomores Nicole and Megan Tiernan are nationally-ranked in indoor track.

 "We have tons of speed this year, and not just the Tiernans," said Foussadier. "Our speed is so great, we just need the stick skills. No one can keep up with us. With our passing, we will control the tempo.

 "I feel like we'll be more opportunistic. I'm very excited about the fast break and if we lose the ball, we'll be quick enough to re-defend and get the ball right back."

Sophomore Katrina Dargusch replaces standout Devyn Mulholland in net. Coach Sandy Stockl admitted Dargusch has big shoes to fill but is up to the challenge.

 "Devyn was the best goalie I've had in 17 years, we were so lucky and fortunate to have her," said Stockl. "Katrina's only a sophomore, but she has her own style and fearlessness about her. The sky's the limit for her. The good thing is she's not comparing herself to Devyn, she's comparing herself to herself.

 "It's a very mental position, your mistakes are shown on the scoreboard. But she's ready to take the torch and have a great season."

If their confidence is any indication of future success, the rebuilt, retooled Minutemaids could have a chance to repeat.

 "If we follow tradition, the only way to outdo that is win the state title," said Stockl. "We had a really strong senior class, and they left their mark on the younger kids. I'm glad they have that confidence. It's a really big cliché, but people don't expect much out of a young team, so we have nothing to lose.

 "Whether we learn this year or excel even more, only time will tell. I don't know if we're rebuilding or reloading, but I'm very excited."


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On Nov 6, 2012, residents in the community of Marshall will be given the opportunity to provide funding for two significant economic development projects that will allow Marshall to continue to grow, prosper, and thrive for years to come.
By approving the local sales tax and the hospitality tax on the ballot, the citizens of Marshall will provide the necessary funds for the MERIT Center expansion as well as the development of Southwest Minnesota Regional Amateur Sports Complex.
Marshall has an excellent reputation and a great history as an amateur sports host and destination. Amateur sports have continued to grow and prosper nationwide from the youth levels, to high school, to colleges, and to the amateur adult levels. This growth has spurred facility development by more and more communities who recognize both the recreational and economic value that hosting amateur sporting events brings to a community. This is our chance to remain a venue that can compete with other communities for all types of sporting events by enhancing our facilities. Today we have a great athletic campus with the combined university, high school and city facilities and we want to make it even better. And we know that youth sports provide positive recreational experiences for young student-athletes, and help build memories that last a lifetime.
To remain a regional hub in this part of the upper Midwest, Marshall needs quality venues for amateur sports, which could be the single most important aspect in the overall experience for both participants and fans. Approval of the funding for amateur sports will provide us the avenue for long-term growth as a tournament venue along with a proven source for economic growth and development for years to come.
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Inside the manager's office at Kauffman Stadium
The visiting manager's office at Kauffman Stadium is something like a trip down memory lane. Besides the fact that the clubhouse is decorated with all sorts of beer paraphernalia – the digital clock that tells the Yankees to hit the field is on Michelob Time – the walls of Joe Girardi's office for the next two games have a few relics of days gone by.
Hovering right over Girardi's desk is a framed commemorative poster from the 1991 All-Star Game in Toronto, as well as one from the 1990 Midsummer Classic at Wrigley Field. Besides the fact that they're nearly two decades old, the posters are something of foreshadowing for the summer to come in New York. If these items are still displayed prominently, can you imagine what will be around from the final Yankee Stadium season in, say, 2026?
The office also has two very large prints of 33-cent postage stamps (remember those?) depicting Satchel Paige and Roberto Clemente. Those, also, are very nice and would be a suitable addition to any baseball office or library. It's a nice day in Kansas City and, though I have to postpone checking out the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and the American Jazz Museum until at least tomorrow, I'll be grabbing some Arthur Bryant's barbecue before heading over to the Big K. See you all there.
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For all the people compaining about Betemit's offense. Cano's errors hurt us too and we could get more errors from someone with better offensive production. Also, I see Big G, Damon and Cano gets a longer lease even though they are struggling with the bat too.
I think Gonzalez coming up signals Jeter will be out longer. Which to me says Ensberg needs to be in the lineup, unless you put Cano back to SS and move Duncan to 2nd. Posada could be going to the 60 day disabled list, Sal Fasano is in Toronto, Girardi could be an emergency option or Flarety, Moehler is NOT an option, he wasn't even with us at the beginning of the spring. Molina is being overused and this is dangerous.
I am surprised Gonzalez didn't join Sardinho. Why bring him up, Jason Lane might be better?
Any blind person with half a brain could see what type of player Betamit is from Day 1. I like the idea of switching A-Rod aver to short and have Ensberg at 3B more than I do of having Alberto " I'm Betamit's clone" Gonzalez playing short.
This just in, Yanks called up Alberto Gonzalez from minors.
Good news:
Will most likely mean, that we will finally see less of Bet "I'll make chaz spew chunks tonight"amit.
Bad news:
Means Jeter will be DL'd
Good news:
Could mean we might see a little more offense.
Bad news:
Not likely, Gonzalez was hitting .154 in minors, and was only 1-14 last season with the team. Another Betamit?AAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!
I just can't believe this organization likes this guy so much!!!! What the heck do they see in him????????
I don't think anyone can present a compelling arguement based on Betemit's time here in the Bronx for either of the following:
a) Why Scott Proctor for Wilson Betamit was a good trade.
b) Why Wilson Betamit earned a spot on the 25 man roster when there were at least 2 guys in camp that out-played him.
Betemit isn't the only option the Yanks have to go with. They can go with Gonzalez at ss and put Ensberg at 3B. Those two changes alone might help the offense , something Betamit can't do. If the Yanks are lucky it will put Betamit on the scrap heap.
I'm a big Hughes fan myself, but he has been with this team since last season, and he has yet to show the velocity he was said to have had in the minors at 95-98 mph. He has been more around 90-91 mph since joining the Yanks. He is going to need to show something, I'm just wondering if he is still not used to pitching at this level yet and just holding back and unwilling to let it go.
I didn't see yesterdays post about Arod. I agree that Betemit is a detriment but he is what we have to go with, I don't know what Gonzales will do, He's supposed to be great in the field but hasn't shown that yet. Can he hit any better? Who goes down? It puts Bets back as a bench player, only good thing is Dunc will be back. I guess Moeller comes up from AAA if Jorge is on the DL… But as I said earlier we need some good ABs and score some runs to win. I think the pitching will eventually come around. Right now, we need some great offense and/or great pitching to keep us in the ballgame. we're getting neither now. I sure hope Jete is back for the Bosox…..
Give Hughes a break, he's 21 freakin' years old, in fact he's the youngest starter in the majors, he makes me feel old and I'm only two years older than he is. He had an off day, he is going to have games like that, his velocity will come around, give him a little more time, I love the guy, he's got great stuff.
It was me that brought it up. I am wondering if he's still not pushing himself because of that hamstring injury. I'm also wondering if he wore himself out starting so early this spring. Whatever his problem is, a "power" pitcher with an 89 MPH four seamer would get rocked at the college level. He needs to live up to the scouting reports.
I wouldn't worry about A-Rod, it was only the fourth time in his entire career that he struck out 4 times in a game,I doubt he will do that again this season. Also someone bought up a good point about Hughes's velocity which seems to be missing since last season. Last season his velocity was 90-93 mph for the most part, this season it seems to be around 89-91 mph. What happened to the velocity he had in the minors which we were constantly hearing was around 95-97 mph? Haven't seen anything like that yet!!
He is hurting the lineup. Having someone in the lineup who can't hit is the equivalent of going with an eight-man lineup, with the injuries that have hit this team he hurts this lineup even more. He certainly hasn't helped the situation at all, he just makes it worse. At least the other guys are capable of producing offense while Betamit has never shown that while with the Yanks, and has never shown that he was worth the price the Yanks paid for him. What this team needs is someone who can come in and provide an offensive spark, not someone who will strike out in more than half his ABs. I don't want to see Betamit come to bat with a chance to win the game only to strike out.
Ian Kennedy is going to have a great game tonight. He can't pitch any worse than he did the last time out.
I'll take him, but like I said I would still take my 94-year old granny over Bet "You guys don't think I can get that golden sombrero tonight" amit. Seriously,if the Yanks don't move Rodriguez over then it is time for a call up like rcngolf said. Maybe a Cody Ransom.
What's all the fuss over Betimit, He's not hurting us at Short. If you don't hit you don't score. When we get men on base, we don't get them in. Arod fanned 4 times last night but there is no mention of that. Same as last year the hitless wonders, We know they'll break out but WHEN?? With this long road trip we need to get going, We definitely don't want a negative road record, We need the wins now! Our starters have been shakier than the pen…
Tony Clark is now with the Padres. Nick Green worse than Bet "I'll strike out 4 time in tonight's game"amit? That's not humanly possible!!!!!! Move Rodriguez over to short, and have Ensberg play 3B, anything to get that no-talent out of the lineup!! Betemit is going to break out? HA! That was just dumb luck for a player who has struck out more than half the time in his official ABs. Dumb move by this team to cut Woodward and keep Bet "I'll be the next guy cut" amit.
Mark Feinsberg at the Daily News blogged today that Alberto Gonzales was lifted from the game at SW yesterday in the 7th inning. To catch a flight to Kansas City???
Personally I am convinced Betemit is about to break out. I mean he did drive in half our runs last night.
You're right Chaz. That was annoying. Crying for a volleyball? My soon to be brother in law made fun of that part and I started getting all defensive. I then stepped back and looked at myself and said "I'm defending a volleyball from a movie." Feels pretty stupid but there's nothing you can do about it.
Damn that Wilson anyway. I never thought I would get choked up over some poor ******* losing a volleyball. What kind of sadistic film has me reaching for a tissue over sports equipment?
Well Betemit certainly has more power, but Wilson's contact is definitely better. I guess it's just whatever you're looking for Chaz.
What am I talking about! I'm going to add Bet "I could strikeout on 2 pitches" amit to my fantasy roster. Who needs Albert Pujols when there is Wilson?
I'm sorry, but if Meacham thinks that Betamit can fill in at short stop "absolutely", he is an idiot. If he can fill in at short, so can I; and I'm left handed, slow, short, over-weight, and out of shape.
That sounds like a Boston fan, Jeremy. Here in Idaho, New England team bandwagoners are simply the most obnoxious wastes of human skin on the planet. I've had several confrontations in bars with idiots simply for wearing my Yankee cap.
I'll only get to say it once (maybe twice) all year… so…
Yeah I'll see you there Bryan! 😛
Looks like a fine day for baseball… the weather reports say rain will likely come in the evening but when?! Hopefully not until this fella has KC in the rearview mirror…
It'll be nice to see one of the new kids going tonight in Kennedy. I hope the bump in temps helps loosen the pitchers up a bit, we seem to be throwing tight and chilled.
Last time I went to KC I was gifted with a 2-game viewing losing streak and the Bombers got swept, and then well a KC fan or 3 wanted to pick a fight with us… simply because of our choice in team… heheh. Let's hope this one goes a lot better (for the team at least). 😛
I'm excited already!!
GO Yank-ees!


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ESCANABA - A new sign installed at Harbor Hideout in Escanaba teaches kids - and adults - how to greet a dog and what to do around an excited dog on the loose.
The dog awareness sign was placed in position at the Ludington Park playground on Monday, courtesy of a concerned citizen, Penny Rounce of Escanaba, and an anonymous donor. Two Public Works employees installed the learning tool.
"It's for education and public safety," explained Rounce when asked why she spearheaded the project. She said its the first "Let's Talk Dog" sign of its kind in the nation.
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Escanaba Public Works employees, from left, Bill Boyce and Tom Boudreau, install a dog awareness sign at Harbor Hideout in Escanaba on Monday. Looking on, from right, are Penny Rounce of Escanaba, who spearheaded the educational project, and Recreational Director Tom Penegor, who assisted in the process. (Daily Press photo by Jenny Lancour)
Earlier this year, Rounce, owner of two dogs herself, asked Recreation Director Tom Penegor about putting up a dog awareness sign in the park. She was concerned about children knowing how to approach dogs, how to read dog body language, and what to do around a dog in stress. Penegor said the proposal was brought before the city's recreation board in August. The board voted in favor of the sign and forwarded the request to city council, which approved the project the following month.
Using simple images and brief wording, the sign instructs kids what to do around a loose dog or an excited dog: stand in place, keep hands in front, and count until the dog leaves. The sign suggests the proper way to meet a dog is to first ask the owner, then ask the dog, and then pet the dog under the chin.
The sign also depicts common body language signals that may show a dog is in stress including lip licking, turning away, half-moon eyes, yawning, a closed mouth, and movement like the dog is shaking off its fur.
The Let's Talk Dog! Awareness sign was created by Joseph and Carrie Perk of Texas who lost their 2-year-old son when the family's dog unexpectedly bit the child in the neck in 2009. The couple "created the Liam Joseph Perk Foundation in their son's memory to help parents and dog owners create safe and healthy environments for children living with canines," according to their website.
In addition to distributing educational material to prevent dog bites, the foundation's newest project is the dog awareness signs. The sign is also equipped with a code that points mobile devices to the foundation's website for more information on dog bite prevention.
The local sign was paid for by an anonymous donor from Escanaba in memory of Jim "Smiley" Lewis.


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