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Part of the Philadelphia City Paper article series on Philadelphian causalities of the War in Iraq. Originally published in the November 10th-16th, 2005 issue, online version available here. — CS 14.06.2008
On Saturday, Oct. 22, Staff Sgt. George Alexander, 34, of Clanton, Ala., died from wounds inflicted by a bomb in the insurgent stronghold of Samarra, and became the 2,000th uniformed American death in Iraq.
The announcement of his death was formally released by the Department of Defense three days later. At 5 p.m. the next evening, a candlelight vigil was held at City Hall by Philadelphia members of the peace organizations Gold Star Families for Peace (GSFP), Military Families Speak Out (MFSO), Iraq Veterans Against the War (IVAW), Veterans for Peace (VFP), the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC), the Brandywine Peace Community and the Shalom Center.
To the somber bellow of a gong, the names of all 2,000 soldiers, interspersed with the names of several hundred Iraqi civilians, were recited aloud. Then, Robert M. Smith of the Brandywine Peace Community announced that the 104 Pennsylvania casualties make our state the third hardest hit in the nation after California (212) and Texas (180), according to the online Iraq Coalition Casualties project (icasualties.org).
"We have gathered here to memorialize each and every one of these deaths," proclaimed Smith. "We are here to tell our Congress: not one more death, not one more dollar!"
Organizers presented reporters with two poster-boards, one detailing the statistical horrors of the ongoing Iraq war, the other a single-page statement for U.S. Sens. Arlen Specter and Rick Santorum that read, "Each of these [2000 KIAs] represents dashed hopes and possibilities, the loss of family and the unremitting pain of permanent separation. This is certainly and overwhelmingly the case for the people of Iraq who have suffered decades of brutal dictatorship, war, devastating economic sanctions and now, a war of occupation supported by your and other members of the Senate and the House of Representatives. We demand: an end to the funding of this war, that all U.S. military bases in Iraq be closed, and that the troops be brought home now!"
The assembly then queued into a procession and, to the beat of the gong, marched to the nearby Widener Building. Once there, the assembly prepared to enter and hand Santorum the posters. Celeste Zappala of Chestnut Hill is a co-founder of GSFP whose son Sherwood "Sher" Baker was killed in Iraq over a year ago [News, "Was It Worth It?" Christopher Schwartz, Oct. 6, 2005]. She phoned the senator's office earlier to notify them of the vigil's intentions, yet two guards abruptly began to close the building's tall iron gates. Still, Zappala was able to slip in along with five others: her ex-husband Al Zappala; his wife, Joan Kosloff; John Grant, president of the local chapter of VFP and an IVAW board member; Pat Gunn, whose Iraq war vet son suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and yet has not received any medical benefits from the Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA); and this reporter.
Soon, Celeste Zappala was knocking the door of Santorum's empty office. Everyone had already left except a staff assistant and Marcus Mitchell, the senator's director of community and economic development. Mitchell invited us into a conference room and listened to what the protestors had to say.
They recounted many horrors, physical and psychological. There are many young men and women, hailed as heroes by the presidential administration, who are "rattled," deeply despondent, even suicidal. These are the silent, living casualties of the war, they said.
They cited the tragedy of Marine Lance Cpl. Jeffrey Lucey, from Massachusetts, who returned home calling himself a "murderer" for the terrible things he said he and his fellow troops had done in Iraq. Then, one day, his father came home to find Lucey with a garden hose wrapped around his neck, dangling from the cellar ceiling. Zappala and Gunn sobbed.
Grant, who served in Vietnam, said, "When you look back, our leaders knew Vietnam was futile as early as '67, '68, and yet they sent tens of thousands of young men to die anyway, right into the '70s.
"We are at that point in this war. Today, like back then, a lot of vets are furious, but they're wrecked and torn inside, left spinning in the wind. They don't make much of a political fuss because they don't want any more conflict; they just want to disappear. But believe me, this war is creating a lot of very damaged people."
Gunn then explained, "There are two really important issues here: the soldiers killed and those injured who are not supported and not able to cope. Our society is made up of families, and we need to care for them, but we're not doing that. We're sending our children to a horrific war with no end in sight. They're going to grow up and lead this country, but how are they going to do that without their minds working properly?"
They called for expanding the budget of the VA (which President Bush has repeatedly slashed since the start of the war), creating an effective job-training program for vets, and following through with the benefits packages promised to the soldiers but rarely delivered.
Celeste Zappala said her son joined the Guard because the recruiter promised they would pay off his college loans. He served for seven years, right up to his death, and the loans were never paid. "Part of the VA's problem is the system's slowness and its unnavigability," she said. "There should be rapid service. Really treat these people as heroes, don't just say they are. There is a sacred covenant between the soldier and the government. It's unconscionable how this administration just says, "We'll tell you whatever we want to get you to sign up, then send you there, make you risk your life, and then we don't have to help you when you return.' This is a callous, casual use of human lives!"
Most of all, they want a serious change in America's leadership.
"You're probably not old enough to remember Watergate, but we do," Celeste said to Mitchell. "There was a point where the Senate decided Nixon was not capable of leading this country. This current administration is imploding. Members of the cabinet are being indicted. The Senate during Watergate realized that their duty was to this nation, irregardless of their individual political affiliations, and they stood up to do what was right. That needs to happen now."
Al Zappala recalled that he and Celeste actually met Santorum a year before, during a similar peace demonstration. He said he was struck by how seriously Santorum seemed to take their cause. Since then, he's traveled all across the country and, "met lots of politicians and their aides. I've found that the Democrats are actually very smug. They say they're against the war, but don't do anything. Republicans, however, are always very, deeply respectful of us. We're nonpartisan. This isn't Democrat versus Republican. Our nation is at a historical moment right now. If Santorum steps up and does what is right, history will look upon him very favorably."
"I know Santorum is hearing a voice coming from the Bush administration," added Celeste, "but there are other voices to listen to. Please tell him. Please."
Hearing the pleas, Mitchell softly said, "I will carry your message to the senator."
It was nearly 7 p.m. when Mitchell led the contingent out of the building, and wished them well. The rest of the vigil has long since moved on to the Federal Building, having attempted to reach Specter, but the immense building was already shut down and locked up.


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Funny thing, I am starting to really see how lucky I am. I have for years moaned and moaned how I wish I had some good friends and how I wish I lived back home where I do have friend when in reality I do have some pretty amazing friends in my life. Yes I do not have tons of friends but lets be real it takes time and energy to built friendships. I have a few friends who mean the world to me. Some of them don't live in Utah but I keep in contact with almost on a daily basis. I am glad I have started seeing what I do have instead of wishing I had something different.
Last night I was on Pinterest looking up friendship quotes and was able to find some good ones.
Now fast forward to today....I am sitting on the ground with Mookie after getting home from work, he is hugging me as I am feeding him and he turns to me and tells me that I am his "bestfriend" and guess what I realized right then and there? I am the luckiest mami in the planet and how I will pray for the rest of my life that my son can see me as such.


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Its been almost a month since I met 2M. (Yes, I know, not a good code name. Feel free to suggest one.)
We met at the doctor's office, in the waiting area. There's usually a long wait but I was prepared with a book plus paper & a pen for writing.
My first impression was that he was cute, but seemed to have this huge weight pressing him down. As in, this boy has baggage. Plus, I noticed his eyes: blue (tho he claims hazel depending on what he's wearing), and sad. Like he'd been thru stuff that might perhaps have crushed the usual effiminate males I pick. And, oh yes, he did not fall into the category of "boy".
That was Tuesday 3 January.
The next day, Wednesday, after I saw my Therapist I decided to walk down Fulton Street. A cute guy said hi to me but as he was all bundled up, I didn't recognize him at first.
He was heading in the opposite direction & as I debated turning & going after him, he was suddenly in front of me.
We talked a bit and got on well but something about him made me want to kiss him. I hadn't felt that way in a while so when he asked for my # I gave it.
I think we'd talked about meeting Fri but he called Wed night & I was hooked. His voice on the phone was such a turn on… I cancelled my Thursday booty call to hang out with this new guy.
Friday I had an appt with a new Dr& he offered to come. We would up talking by the river, sitting on a bench. I remember trying to get as close to him as physically possible.
Finally, I had to kiss him.
New boyfriend…part one
Its been almost a month since I met 2M. (Yes, I know, not a good code name. Feel free to suggest one.)


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"Alright everyone, gather 'round, gather 'round," Millicent Yarborough called out as the players of the House Ocelot rough ball team finished their stretches. Millicent was a rather tall Vulpine with long ears and tawny fur. She was a former professional rough baller herself, having once played for the Warrenshire RC in the Nations League. "Tomorrow, as you all know, is the semi-final match against House Fennec. I don't think I have ta remind any of you that House Fennec only lost one game this year. That bein' to House Falcon." The gathered players paid close attention to Millicent as she spoke, knowing full well the grand upset that House Falcon put on House Fennec.
It was considered an easy match for House Fennec, but they let their guard down, and House Falcon went onto take advantage of several miscues from their opponent.
"What House Falcon managed ta do, we've got ta try," Millicent explained carefully. "We'll be in tough, however, as House Fennec won't be as over confident against us. Now, we'll have a wee change o' strategy and player set up, seein' how our star striker won't be with us." Millicent didn't need to mention anything else about the events regarding Jada. It was common knowledge now all over campus, and most likely into the village itself. "Hardy Maynard," Millicent called out with her authoritative voice. Hardy stepped forward quickly, paying close attention. "You're movin' ta left inside wing. Yer stronger on the left side I've noticed, an' maybe we can give House Fennec somethin' ta think about in that area." Hardy nodded firmly, smiling at the chance to be one of the main offensive rushers.
"Clarfax Billings," she called out again. Clarfax responded in similar fashion to Hardy. "We're movin' you ta the striker position. You've got a knack for it, plus the opposition'll have somethin' new ta try an' combat." Again, Clarfax nodded firmly. "Aria, still jumper. I've yet ta see anyone able ta out wit you in the center circle." Aria smiled with a nod. The jumper was a key position, especially when the match would begin. Jumpers usually set the tone of the match. "Mills, Pinkerton," Millicent called out again. The two Felanus who had piloted Ocelot Six stepped forward. "I'm movin' you from second line ta first line. You both will still be on defense, so no change there. As for the rest o' the line up, no changes." Millicent tucked a clipboard she was carrying under one arm and held a whistle close to her muzzle. "Alright, everyone. Let's try a few practice scrums an' set tone for your game play. This'll be early practice so no full contact, understood?" The players nodded in reply and waited for the first whistle to blow.
Millicent let out a shrill whistle and the players began moving to their positions like a well oiled machine. Senia took up her position in goal, Aria to the center, Hardy on the left wing, Clarfax on the striker position, as Mills and Pinkerton took their positions on defense along with Margo Talon and Corporal Greta.
The team was quite confident and very professional in their actions. Everything went by the book, and often, Millicent would give several tips on how to better their play. It wasn't uncommon, after all, for cadets to be offered positions with some of the professional leagues across Vulpinia. Rough Ball was, of course, a planetary past time. The most popular sport among both the Vulpine and Felanus races. It had a long history on the planet, one that held a great deal of tradition.
And I suppose, dear reader, that you might wish to learn something about this. Well then, let us pause as we look to the history and rules of the sport of rough ball.


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KNAUF PLASTERBOARD (TIANJIN) CO., LTD., and KNAUF GIPS KG and LEON COSGROVE, LLC, Petitioners,v.WILLIAM BART ZIEGLER, et al., Respondents.
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KPT and $5, 000, 000 in punitive damages against Defendant
Knauf Gips. The parties subsequently entered into a
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the drywall defendants seek to avoid a punitive damages claim
in this case based upon the punitive damage award in the
Robin action. They filed a Proffer of Proof of Prior Punitive
Damages Award and Renewed Motion to Strike Plaintiff's
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from the same course of conduct for which punitive damages
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that punitive damages have previously been
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or federal court in any action alleging harm from the same
act or single course of conduct for which the claimant seeks
compensatory damages. For purposes of a civil action, the
term "the same act or single course of conduct"
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acts resulting in the same defects in design, or failure to
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Coptic Orthodox Church quits Middle East Churches Council
Cairo, May 10, 2010: The Coptic Orthodox Church has relinquished membership in the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) after being accused of "treason" by Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem H B Theophilos at the last council meeting held in Jordan on 19 April. His Holiness Pope Shenouda III of Coptic Orthodox Church has reportedly rejected offers by other member churches to mediate a resolution of the dispute. At the April meeting, H B Theophilos denied Coptic representative H E Bishoi, secretary of the Coptic Holy Synod, a chance to defend his church. The dispute initially arose after the majority of council members called for the dismissal of MECC Secretary-General Girgis Saleh–who had been nominated by the Coptic Church–for the many problems that plagued the council during his term in office. Sources close to the Coptic Church say that His Holiness Shenouda is demanding an official apology from H E Theophilos before he restores the church"s membership in the council.
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Storm Kings of Legend
Half Elf Rogue/Warlock
Rogue 1/Warlock 5 (Archfey Patron, Pact of the Blade.)
Stats -
• Strength – 10 ( +0 Mod) ( +0 Saving Throw).
• Dexterity – 20 ( +5 Mod) ( +8 Saving Throw).
• Constitution – 14 ( +2 Mod) ( +2 Saving Throw).
• Intelligence – 10 ( +0 Mod) ( +3 Saving Throw).
• Wisdom – 10 ( +0 Mod) ( +0 Saving Throw).
• Charisma – 16 ( +3 Mod) ( +3 Saving Throw).
• Agonizing Blast:
When you cast eldritch blast, add your Charisma
modifier to the damage it deals on a hit.
• Repelling Blast:
When you hit a creature with eldritch blast. you can push
the creature up to 10 feet away from you in a straight line.
• Thirsting Blade:
You can attack with your pact weapon twice, instead of once, whenever you take the attack action on your turn.
Familiar – Pseudo Dragon named Lucia.
Elrath Backstory (Draft).
Born from a human knight of waterdeep and an elven ambassador from Silverymoon, i have one younger sibling who is also a Half-Elf called Maratra.
Born and raised in the city of waterdeep as a part of the Raventree family, a minor noble house that my father was born into. After living there with my family for most of my childhood my father was found dead, at the time the causes were unknown but foul play was suspected, nothing came of the investigations made to find out what happened.
At the time i was under the tutalage of a Swordmaster who went by the name of Davros, a swashbuckling fighter who specialized in using dual swords to fight. We became friends over the months that he trained me, seeing the pain that my father's passing and not knowing who, or even why he was killed had caused, he offered to help me try and find some answers.
During this time the Raventree family, who were never happy my father married an Elf and sired two half breeds saw this as the perfect time and opportunity to cast us out, and remove what the saw as a stain on their noble family line. My mother left to return to Silverymoon taking my younger sibling with her, though i would miss them but i could not go with them knowing my fathers death went unanswered.
With no money to my name and being ostracized by the nobility as i was, i was forced to take to the streets to survive. It was not easy being the pampered former noble that i was but with some perceverance, my training at the hands of the swordmaster, and a little help from Davros himself who put me in touch with a local street gang, i was able to survive and eek out a living as a burgler while we continued to search for information.
Nearly a year after joining with the gang during a high paying job something went wrong, other, senior members of the gang were waiting for us on the way out. They ambushed us to steal our loot to present to the boss themselves, ambushed and outnumbered my crew were quickly dispatched. I managed to escape by running into the sewers where our attackers would not follow, alone now in the sewers underneath Waterdeep i had to fend for myself to find a way out while avoiding the things that lurked down there.
After nearly a day of being lost in the labyrinthyan tunnels beneath the city i was finally beaten, surrounded by multicoloured Ooze's i thought i was done for when i heard a feminine voice whisper in my mind ''Bind yourself to my purpose, serve me and i will save you, and give you the power you need to find the answers you seek. Accept my pact''. Seeing no alternative or way out, i agreed to it, not knowing or caring at that point what the cost could be, atleast then i would be alive to pay it. I had agreed to serve the Archfey known as the Queen of Air and Darkness.
When i accepted the pact i felt a wave of power wash over me bringing me to my knees, and suddenly i was no longer in the sewers, but back in the streets above and far away from my old gang's territory. Safe for the moment atleast.
After getting my bearings and finding a place to rest and eat, i turned my attention to the 'pact' i had just formed. the voice that had spoken to me earlier seemed to come and go as it pleased, explaining to me who she was, introducing herself as The Queen of Air and Darkness, an Archfey and leader of the Unseelie court. She would not tell me why she had saved me or what her intentions were beyond that she would require favor's from time to time.
And if not performed satisfactorily she would drop me into a situation worse than the one she pulled me out of. And in return for a job well done she would give me power and information.
After taking afew days to recover she gave me my first task, she told me that a small time gang working out of Neverwinter calling themselves the Redbrands were gaining power and influence at an alarming rate, she told me to head there and make myself known to them, to enter the gang and win their leaders trust. She would not tell me why only that i must do it or suffer her anger, more instructions would follow once this was done.
The following morning while i was wondering where i would find provisions, a horse and a map for the journey to Neverwinter her voice came to me again. ''You need not delay worrying about these things, another of my agents awaits you outside the city's north gate, she has instructions to escort you to your destination, do not tarry.''
Penning a quick note for Davros letting him know i still lived and explaining what had happened to me and where i was going. I left it with the innkeeper with instructions as to where it should be delivered, with that seen too i set off for the north gate to meet the agent who would deliver me to Neverwinter.
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The town of Phandalin is built on the ruins of an older
settlement, vacant for five centuries until some hardy
settlers set about rebuilding it some years back. Drawn
by stories of gold and platinum in the nearby foothills,
you came to Phandalin as well, not to earn a living, but
to prey on those who struck it rich. You joined a gang
calling itself the Redbrands and made some decent coin
as a burglar, enforcer, or fence. But you must have
made an enemy among your fellow Redbrands.
Someone set you up. On that person's word, the head
of the Redbrands—a wizard called Glasstaff—tried to
have you killed. You escaped, barely alive and thanking
Tymora, the goddess of good fortune, for your luck. You
fled Phandalin, almost penniless and with only the tools
of your trade to your name.
Someone in the Redbrands nearly got you killed, and
you sure would like to know who it was. And then you'd
like to take your revenge—on that person, on Glasstaff,
maybe on all the Redbrands. And you just got a tip that
might help you: someone named Halia Thornton also
has it out for the Redbrands. She lives in Phandalin,
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Skip to comments.Hillary's Strange Testimony
Posted on 01/28/2013 1:54:31 PM PST by Servant of the Cross
Exclusive: Pamela Geller blasts 'sorry end to pathetic stint as secretary of state'
History will remember Secretary of State Hillary Clintons performance before senators and House members at the congressional Benghazi hearings as a stunning indictment of her profound failures and those of Obama administration.
(Excerpt) Read more at wnd.com ...
...as the saying goes, "she dazzled them with Bull****"
Nor was the late Christopher Stevens any old ambassador, but rather Secretary Clintons close personal friend Chris. It was all Chris this, Chris that when Secretary Clinton and President Obama delivered their maudlin eulogies over the flag-draped coffin of their friend. Gosh, youd think if they were on such intimate terms, Chris might have had Hillarys e-mail address, but apparently not. He was just one of 1.43 million close personal friends cabling the State Department every hour of the day.
I will only remember her as a total continuing failure and now continuing LIAR too.
I've NEVER had any respect for her. She's a sycophantic liar of the first order and always has been.
Evasiveness, lies, phony rehearsed constant hand gestures. Even when she "teared up" it was from words she read on a piece of paper. She has zero credibility after making the ad blaming the video a week after the fact. But the democrat show must go on.....
Heh. I like that. She really does hate BamBam. It's like the old adage about pi$$ing off your enemies by simply living well. She's doing the opposite: She's delighting her enemies by being miserable.
She was NEVER anything more than the wife of a president...
She would be only an above average liar and b.s. artist without the media propagandists on her side.
She would be only an above average liar and b.s. artist without the media propagandists on her side.
She would be only an above average liar and b.s. artist without the media propagandists on her side.
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In this section you will find traveller airport reviews as well as our Stavanger Airport Guide with info on WiFi, lounges, facilities and services....and yes, even the names of some airport hotels in case you decide that sleeping in the airport is not for you!
I have been at this airport many times and it is a quiet and nice airport. Few people, and the people who works there are friendly. Enough seatings which are comfortable. - a traveller
Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, we are here to give you the low-down on what travellers have reported back to us during their time at Stavanger Airport.
What to Expect
- A modern airport with separate terminal areas for domestic and international flights. A small variety of shops and food concessions are available, including a 24-hour convenience store!
- Free WiFi is available. See WiFi in the airport guide below.
Where to Sleep
- There are plenty of padded benches in the baggage claim area. Have a travel blanket handy to stay warm, as this area gets quite cold!
- Another good place to sleep is the "Kissing Point", a quiet corner on the 2nd floor, next to the elevator above the check-in area. There are long benches, a lamp, power outlets and clean restrooms nearby!
- For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport. See Airport Hotels in the airport guide below.
Good to Know
- Economy class passengers can pay to enter the airport's first class lounge. See Airport Lounges in the airport guide below for locations and rates.
For more information about the services and facilities available, scroll down to continue exploring our Stavanger Airport Guide. Send us your airport tips to help us keep this information up to date.
Stavanger Airport Information
In this guide we may refer to locations as "landside" and "airside". Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter by purchasing a lounge pass. Visit the individual lounge page for more details about the lounge itself and to also find out how you can gain lounge access with just an economy class ticket!
- North Sea Lounge - Location: Not known. Lounge Access: Pay at Door • Prepaid lounge passes. [ more lounge info ]
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in Stavanger Airport does not appeal to you, there are hotels near the airport:
- Clarion Hotel Air - Hotel is within easy walking distance of the airport terminal for those who are traveling light. No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
- Scandic Stavanger Airport - (2 minute walk from the terminal) Located right outside of Arrivals Hall. Shuttle available for NOK 110 (pick-up) and NOK 160 (return). » Check Rates
- Quality Airport Hotel - (3 minutes from the airport) - The shuttle bus departs every 15 minutes from the Arrival Hall. » Check Rates
- Sola Strand Hotel - (10 minutes from the airport) No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
To see more options there is a list of hotels near Stavanger Airport on Tripadvisor that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available at Stavanger Airport for two hours. Connect to the "Airport" network, select "Gratis WiFi", follow the instructions and you will receive a username and password by SMS. AFter the two hour limit has expired you can log on again.
More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover At The Airport
- ATMs / Cash Machines - Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so be sure to check your bank's fee schedule and your daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: Arrivals, 1st Floor at the bank • Domestic departures • International departures.
- Currency Exchange - Foreign exchange services are at available at Sparebank 1 SR Bank. Location: 1st Floor of the terminal. Hours: unknown.
- Drinking Water - Thirsty? Drinking water fountains are available free of charge. There are 2 fountains located Airside where you can refill your water bottles with pure Norwegian water.
- Duty Free & Shopping - Duty Free is available as well as a small selection of shops including two magazine shops. The Duty Free store is open 24 hours.
- Food & Drinks - At the time of this update, 7Eleven is the only place that is open 24 hours where you could buy food and drink. You will also find these options available:
» Landside: 7Eleven • Max Burgers • Puro Gusto
» Airside: La Baguette • Brenningan Coffeebar • Brisen Bar • Caffe Ritazza • Food Bar • Havsalt • Peppes Pizza • Ureist.
- Luggage Storage & Lockers - Lockers are available. Location: Landside, Ground Floor, near Gate 30. Rates: 40 NOK (for 24 hours) for a small bag and 50 NOK (for 24 hours) for a large bag. Hours: unknown. Car keys can be stored at the Europark office in the parking facilities.
- Mobile Charging - In June 2018, a reader tells us "There are plenty of charging stations at SOLA. Take a left after security, down escalator."
- Rest Zones - Not available.
- Showers - Not available.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
As of February 2018, Stavanger airport is served by the following airlines: SAS • KLM • Norwegian • Air Canada.
Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport
The airport offers a good variety of bus options for travellers. Flybussen airport express offers service to and from Stavanger for NOK 130 (one way) or NOK 200 (roundtrip). Bus connections are also available to Sandnes, Bryne and Jåsund. For fares, routes and schedules, visit the Stavanger Airport website.
Car Rentals
The following car rental agencies offer services onsite in the green building opposite the terminal: Avis • Budget • Europcar • Hertz • Sixt.
Prepaid taxis are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area of the airport. Stop at the taxi stand near the parking garage to pay for your ride. You will receive a ticket to give to your taxi driver before boarding the taxi.
Have you been to this airport?
Last Updated: 13 March 2018
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning and is subject to change at any time. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers and their web sites. We are not representatives of any of the above mentioned service providers. To report errors, or to add/change any items mentioned in the guide, please contact us .


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Bears Urlacher status for Sunday unknown
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Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher has left the team to deal with a private matter that involves his mother Lavoyda Urlacher.
According to league source, the team is expected to give Urlacher as much time as he needs.
As of now, Urlacher's status for Sunday's game in New Orleans against the Saints on Sunday is uncertain.
"Our thoughts and prayers going out to Brian and his family" read a tweet from Bears quarterback Jay Cutler."
Urlacher's absence could cause some problems for the Bears as he was a huge part of the dominating Chicago defense that shut down the Atlanta Falcons this past Sunday. The Bears linebacker racked up six tackles, one fumble recovery, and one interception.
Drew Brees and the Saints would feel a little bit of relief not looking at the center of the field on Sunday and seeing number 54 lurking around. Only time will tell though.
From the Examiner
Urlacher attends to family emergency
Urlacher attends to family emergency
Tribune Staff
12:50 a.m. CDT, September 14, 2011
Brian Urlacher rushed out of town Tuesday to attend to a family emergency in Arizona involving his mother, the Tribune has learned.
Smith Urlacher is expected to be away from the Bears for several days and his status for Sundays game against the Saints is unclear. Teammates, the coaching staff and members of the front office are aware of Urlachers situation but no further information was available Tuesday night.
Urlacher leaves to attend to mother - chicagotribune.com
While this would help us in the game if he could not play I would hate for it to be for such reason. Hope his mother is ok!
Yeah saw this earlier...hope she is ok...
Honestly I'm sad to hear this. I'm sure the situation is bad. My prayers are with him.
If he's out for Sunday, this could have a huge impact on the game.
Prayers for he and his family. Personally I would rather beat the Bears with him than without him.
Hopefully she will be alright but regardless we need to prepare as if he is playing. The last time we didn't prepare for a player to play, he played and we went from 13-0 to 13-1.
He plays for the other team so we hate him, but its players like Brian who make the NFL what it is.
My prayers are with him too.
Hopefully shes not laying on her deathbed and her last words are " Go out and punish them saints, I want you to win one for me"...Holy cow Urlacher would be in beast mode, hopefuly he left because she just needs him to co-sign for a loan or something
As my prayers go out to the Urlacher family.. I just hope he's not there for the game
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Schindler / How House
How House by R.M. Schindler (1925)
This was part of a tour conducted by the MAK Center
The parallel horizontal path runs along just about every exterior and interior wall.
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That satellite dish above this back patio is a real bummer. That should be a violation of the Mills Act! Schindler would have figured out a clever way to hide that thing, besides in the obvious place- the trash.
Skylight for the lower level
The house was meticulously restored, which included the recreation of the original furnishings (based on Schindler's plans). This happened in the late 1980's and/or early 2000's (conflicting sources). Anyway, by 2009 the rebuilt furnishings ended up for sale at LAMA. The fate of the original furniture is unknown.
Source: Michael Lafetra
It definitely has a different feel without the Schindler furniture.
Nakashima in the house. They also had some cool art.
Downstairs reading nook
The backside
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This whole week I have been picking wild blackberries and trying my hand at canning. I'm having a great time (aside from a few thorns here and there!) I have cut paths into the best bushes across from the house, and it has made the instances of prickers stuck in my hands and the kids hands drop drastically.
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This year I've really been working on letting control slip away. It's not that I feel like I need to be in control of everything, it's just that my anxiety flares up when I feel completely out of control. I get cranky and rude. It's just ugly. One big thing is driving. We were a one car family for many years, and I drove everywhere. The only time I let Bruce drive was either when he got really upset and I felt bad, or on vacation. Bruce has his own truck now but I still drive almost everywhere when we go in one car as a family. I never realized how much it affected him until we had a blow out argument a few months ago. My rational self though, how ridiculous is this? All I have to do is let my husband drive, and it would make him feel so much better. My anxiety said nope, you can't do it, it'll drive you crazy. I've been battling that feeling ever since but I've had more good days than bad. We've been taking quite a few trips to Oklahoma City since Bruce has started the application process for the fire department, and I've only driven once (simply because he took his truck as well to get the tires replaced there). It's felt so free. I've gotten knitting projects started, was able to sit back and think, deleted precious space on my phone (so many blurry pictures!), and just enjoyed myself. Of course I still had moments of sheer panic, but I'm kicking myself for not trying this sooner. It feels good to let go.
Sometimes I find it weird I have these control issues. I'm the lady who has her kids at home, I've faced a 3 day labor before, and my kids have both been very 'late'. I've spent plenty of time sitting around and waiting for them to be born. I'm nearly 37 weeks now, patiently waiting to see when this little girl wants to join us. I couldn't tell you why I don't mind not being in control of this at all. I have learned to trust my body and my babies, that they will come when they want to and my body will know what to do. When the birthing process is over, and my baby is in my arms, I feel so empowered knowing I let things happen on their own and everything worked out (plus the rush of giving birth is probably the best drug ever, I wish I could bottle that feeling). I hope I can transfer feelings of surrendering to birth over to other situations in life, since this is more than likely the last time I will give birth.


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Ooooh, this is one of my favorite categories. Before I go on, I apologize for not posting yestarday. I was feeling like a trailer had run over me thanks to a medication allergy. But I'm back, and here we go…
Day 8: Favorite thriller.
Hands down, this goes to The Silence of the Lambs. I still remember when I watched it in the movies. Thank God I had someone to explain whatever I didn't understand because I hadn't read the book. I was SO impressed, and I fell in love with Hannibal Lecter (weeeeird!!). Just like many other people in that time…. Neither Hannibal nor Red Dragon had such an incredible representation of Hannibal Lecter, even though Sir Anthony Hopkins was wonderful in the three movies. Jodie Foster was obviously very good too. Another very powerful character was James Gumb, played by Ted Levine. Let's say I can't listen to "Goodbye Horses" without feeling disturbed.
One of my favorite scenes is Hannibal's escape. It so gruesome, so horrible, and he's so controlled all the time… it's genius.
One of this days I will have a Hannibal Lecter marathon, starting with Hannibal Rising. I like that movie very much, and I also like the guy who played Hannibal… but the scar. It bothers me terribly, because the older Hannibal doesn't have it.
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Bon Fire and Fox
We went to a little Bon fire party with friends. It was a great way to usher in fall and say farewell to summer. We bundled up and enjoyed the evening. When we were packing up our car to leave Oliver kept saying Kitty over and over, I went to see what he was looking at and found this baby fox. I said nope not a kitty. We cant touch. It made me a little nervous but it was really neat even still. Ont the way to the bon fire we spotted an adult Fox. CC insisted it was the mama looking for her baby. On the way home from the eveing we saw 2 deer run across the road in front of us. I really love minnesota and the fabulous nature in our back yard. Literally. We live in a city but it is amazing the kind of animals that live near us.
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The health care reform legislation that was recently enacted includes new taxes, but there are also some tax breaks available to help small businesses pay for health insurance. Two of the changes getting a lot of attention: a tax credit available to small businesses that offer health care coverage to employees, and a tax to penalize employers who do not offer coverage.
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It has been two days since Sen. Barack Obama's clinching win in the Democratic primary race. Oh, wait! I forgot to mention that his win was historic. Forgive me. The media has been busy reminding viewers and readers every thirty to forty words or so that Obama is the first African-American to win the presidential nomination of a major American political party. Aside from the fact that it is true, a fact which bears mentioning...once; this incessant harping on history has another, higher purpose. Namely, to set the narrative for the general election campaign. A vote for Obama is a vote for "history;" while a vote for the Republican, and erstwhile media darling Sen. John McCain, is a vote not just against Obama, but is anti-historic. In other words, if you don't vote for Obama, you don't want history to be made, you are against progress, and you are preventing America from becoming all that it can be.
Good Morning America's Chris Cuomo provided that last helpful bit of analysis on the morning after the (historic) win. He said on air that Obama's win was as much about him as it was about America becoming a more just and and better country than it is. Yes, because America just won't be great until every liberal fantasy is fulfilled, until every media command is obeyed, and until there is no more history to be made. From now until November, the media will pound its narrative home. And if it does not get its way, and McCain somehow defies history, all will be wrong again. Until the next great liberal hope rises, and the media finds another champion through whom it can remake America in its image.
Thursday, June 5, 2008
It's All History Now
Posted by Mark Impomeni at 11:34 PM
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- Mark Tapscott said...
In other words, if you don't vote for Obama, you must be a racist pig who wants to keep America shackled to its past. That makes sense - I vote for a person not because of their qualities but because of what it shows about my qualities. Voting for Obama shows how smart, progressive and cool I am. OK, now I understand. Thanks for clarifying that, Mark.
- June 6, 2008 at 7:07 AM
- Mark Impomeni said...
Thanks for dropping by, Mark. And I'm glad you are coming to terms with your inner bigot.
- June 6, 2008 at 7:24 AM
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This sterling silver (marked on the back) pin is in the shape of a fleur-de-lis. The front is decorated with red guilloche enamel and a bit of gold foliage. This pin has a large hook on the back. Its original function was to hold a lapel watch, a locket, or a fob. This piece may be worn with or without a decorative attachment. It dates from around 1900-1920, having a C-catch instead of a modern safety catch. This pin measures 1 1/8" high X 3/4" across. It is in excellent original condition.
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Oven-Smoked Steak
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There's nothing more satisfying than the taste of freshly barbequed beef on a grill. Here's a recipe for those days when you cannot use your outdoor grill. Its easy! I've made this many times! This recipe was posted on the Internet by a cook named Annieamie. The photo is my own.
2 largepieces boneless sirloin roast
1 Tbspsalt
1/2 Tbspblack pepper
2 Tbspchili powder
1 Tbspgarlic powder
3 Tbspliquid smoke flavoring
How to Make Oven-Smoked Steak
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Add all of the dry spices together in a bowl and mix.
- Sprinkle the entire roast with the dry seasonings, rubbing them well into the meat.
- Place the beef into a baking pan.
- Sprinkle the liquid smoke over the meat.
- Cover the pan completely with foil and place in oven for 60 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for 15 to 30 minutes, (depending on how rare you prefer your beef) and allow the top to brown.
- Remove beef from oven, cover and let the beef rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Slice against the grain and serve.
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Beetroot apple salad
Here you'll find the recipe for the winter salad with raw red beets and apples. The salad can be prepared easily and fast.
Video http://youtu.be/8hP2kRd7fsABut you have to get into the taste as in Germany we mostly know red beets cooked. This vegetable tastes differently when it is raw but the combination of apples, oranges, crème fraîche and garlic makes it unique.
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The external structure is complete (bar a few boards) and work commences this week on plastering and painting. Then the electrician and then council sign off. Once we outfit the studio and move J's office out there I can set up my sewing room. Woo Hoo doesn't even cover how excited I am. I have already a gazillion design ideas, 90% of which I know will be trashed due to budget restrictions. But that's ok for it's been lovely to research storage solutions, design boards, room design.....<sigh>!
For those of you who have embarked on the owner/builder journey you'll understand that two months is no time at all! We started our renovations in July 2009. 4 1/2 years and one baby girl later we are almost done. It's been an incredible journey but one I would not do again for a long time.
If you have any ideas on room design or storage solutions I should consider id be more than happy to hear from you.
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Tickets are now on sale for Virginia's Largest Craft Beer Fest! Join us on Saturday, August 19th at IX Art Park in Charlottesville, VA for Virginia craft beers, food, music and fun for the entire family!
General Admission: $50
General Admission Designated Driver: $25
**VIP Admission: $90
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Cask Garden Add On: $10
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Join us Saturday, August 19, 2017 for the Virginia Craft Brewers Fest in Charlottesville, VA.
The Fest will be hosted by Three Notch'd Brewing Company at the artfully located IX Art Park! As the only sanctioned event of the Virginia Craft Brewers Guild, join thousands of craft beer lovers from across the Commonwealth while you enjoy chatting with the brewers who have thoughtfully crafter your days tasty libations.
The General Admission ticket grants access to guests from 2:00pm to 8:00pm on Saturday, August 19, 2017. Included with admission is a commemorative tasting cup and unlimited two (2) oz. samples of hundreds of different Virginia Craft brews.
The VIP Admission ticket grants access to guests from 1:00pm to 8:00pm on Saturday, August 19, 2017 - an hour before GA! Included with admission is a commemorative VIP tasting cup with unlimited two (2) oz. samples of hundreds of different Virginia Craft brews. All VIP guests also have access to an exclusive (and covered!) VIP Lounge with live music, air-conditioned bathrooms, and a specially curated selection of craft beers.
The Designated Driver ticket grants access to guests from 2:00pm to 8:00pm on Saturday, August 19, 2017 (VIP DD is allowed entry at 1pm). Included with admission is a commemorative tasting cup with free tastings of Non-Alcoholic beverages only (Water, Coffee, Kombucha, Craft Sodas and More) .
For this year's fest, we will be curating a unique and limited lineup of rare cask brews to the Cask Garden for your enjoyment. These rare beers will be sampled in limited quantities and your $10 will get you at least 4 cask tastings on site in the Garden (while supplies last!).
With more than 100 breweries from across Virginia on hand to serve tastings from 1:00pm - 8:00pm, you should plan to stay for the day so you get to taste them all. We are a family friendly event and will have loads of activties for the whole family.
Located in beautiful downtown Charlottesville, IX Art Park is centrally located to I64.
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Continuing on the topic of boycotting, i have to quote Farish Noor some more la, last one for now, i promise…(but he's good!!), for the full article of this one go here.
This is what the CEO of the European car company had to say to me: "33 per cent of our exports go to the Arab world, and 15 per cent goes to the developing world. If a major global boycott of our cars is carried out, we can hold out for 6 months before retrenchments begin. After 12 months we close down for good, because we can never recover after such a thing."
Now these were the words of one of the most important CEOs on the planet. Cognisant of the fact that their luxury cars are increasingly bought in Asia and the Arab world, he knew very well what a boycott of their cars would do. And the man was scared. Terrified in fact.
That the CEO of a company as powerful as this could tremble before the prospect of a clientele that exercises their collective will is instructive. I saw the same with the other CEOs and at all the business meetings I took part in during the 12 months after the Danish cartoon controversy. This proves several things, namely:
That boycotts work and that they scare the living daylights out of even the most powerful companies;
That boycotts have the power of equalising power relations between producers and consumers, and thereby restores power and dignity to consumers who should never be seen as passive sheep;
That consumers can dictate the terms of production and management in the same way that consumers have compelled companies to adopt environmentally-friendly modes of production and to halt unethical business and investment practices.
Now look at the successes we have had over the past few decades in terms of boycotts:
The environmentalist lobby – through threats of boycotts and consumer awareness campaigns – has forced companies to adopt greener modes of production and more ethical means of raw material procurement. (As in the case of fair trade coffee, etc.);
The anti-apartheid lobby has managed – again through boycotts – to compel communities and governments to isolate the apartheid regime of South Africa to the point where maintaining such a discriminatory regime was unsustainable in the long run; and managed to make them pariahs in the global diplomatic scene;
The ethical banking lobby – again through threat of boycotts – has managed to compel banks and financial houses in Europe to return stolen funds embezzled by Third World dictators; and has also managed to persuade banks to dis-invest from countries like South Africa.
So with all these examples to mind, why on earth would a boycott of American and Israeli goods not succeed in the long run if they are carried out in a well-co-ordinated and sustained manner?
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British Sombo Federation
The BSF have several events planned over the next few months see some of the dates below we also will be offering Sombo Instructors course throughout England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. National Coach Allan Clarkin will continue to offer excellent courses in Combat Sambo at his Gym in Burnley. Our main event of the year is our British Open and we already have a contingent form the USA and Cameroon so we need your support. To encourage more people to try Sombo we will be loaning Jackets and shorts out on the day plus children can wear a Judo Jacket and Shorts. Combat Sambo as sport we all thought would be a big hit in the UK has not managed to grab the attention of the public. So if you know any MMA fighters who want to try their art wearing a jacket get them to have a go.
Is anyone interested in becoming a CombatSombo Instructor the self defence system invented by FIAS Sombo Grand Master Martin Clarke? if so contact him on firstname.lastname@example.com remember he offers Camcorder grading in Sombo, CombatSombo plus other Martial Arts
Our British Open is also a trial for the Worlds in St Petersburg in November both President Robin Hyslop and International Co-ordinator Russell Dodds will be attending the event and we will be taking a team. The problem is finance as most of you know UKSport will be only supporting the top Olympic sports with regard to funding so Sports like Sombo have to fund themselves, the BSF has only barely enough money to cover affiliation to the World Body FIAS let alone any other expenses our Committee pay for all their own travel and accommodation and with it highly unlikely that FIAS will fund the GB team so the cost could be prohibitive, that is why we rune the event in June so competitors can raise funds from their clubs, Councils, Charities etc. It is hoped that in the future FIAS will fund the UK and this will be the main task of our new President Robin Hyslop to convince them of our need.
Yet not all is lost there are competitions in France, Germany and Austria which are priced at something we can afford for example the French have an event in Paris and in Germany there is one in Dortmund a reasonable driving distance form Calais, events which will be in our level of expertise, there is no trials for these and any BSF member can enter on condition they have a modicum of experience i.e. enter some tournaments. In the past we have thrown competitors in at the deep end by putting them in the Worlds, Europeans etc. at the request of FIAS but unless we get funding from them this no longer possible plus our players need more international experience so taking part in lower grade tournaments is the way to go. Remember Matthew Clempner was first GB World Medallist in 2012 for over 20 years before that John Clarke managed a 7th in 2007. So time for a change. None of this can happen with out your support.
Russell Dodds starts up a new company selling al Sombo/Sambo equipment plus all types of Martial Arts equipment discounted prices for BSF/IBF members Russell.doods@sportsdirect
Many have asked about the Commonwealth Sambo Association it is hoped the BSF will soon be involved with this organisation in the future. BSF Chairman Martin Clarke has been invited to a meet the President Lord Reading to find out more details of membership and the future of this organisation
Red Star Sambo Dumfries
Sunday the 21st April
Sambo seminar
Vadim Kolganov,
11AM cost £20.
light refreshments at Red Star afterwards.
excellent opportunity to learn from a true Russian knowledgeable Sambo coach!
Contact Robin Hyslop BSF Chairman
Sombo/MMA Instructors course & Sombo Referees Course
May 5th 2013
contact John Clarke 07825224940
Kent Open Sombo/SportCombatSombo
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Tigo and Urwego Opportunity Bank launched Rwanda's first mobile-based savings product, Tigo Sugira, today. Rwanda is on track to reach its goal of 90% financial inclusion by 2020, and Tigo Sugira will help boost the level of savings for Rwandans.
Tigo customers can sign up and open an account for free and within minutes, directly from their mobile by dialing *200*11# and selecting Tigo Sugira. All they need is a Tigo Cash account and a National ID. Customers can then instantly deposit and withdraw money from their savings account through Tigo Cash.
Tigo Sugira is the most convenient way to save, with an interest rate of 7% annually – the best in the market. Whether deposits, withdrawals or opening an account, the service is offered free of charge. Customers earn 7% interest based on daily average balance, no matter what their balance is, this interest is paid quarterly.
With Tigo Cash's large customer base and the biggest mobile money agent network in Rwanda, Tigo Sugira reaches people who have previously been excluded from the formal financial sector.
Tigo Sugira is the result of a close collaboration between Tigo and Urwego Opportunity Bank (UOB).
"We are committed to bringing secure, convenient and affordable financial services to Rwandans who have traditionally been excluded from the formal financial sector, and we believe that Tigo Sugira aligns perfectly with this mission by enabling us to provide a secure and accessible savings product to all Tigo Cash customers in Rwanda." said Tineyi Mawocha, CEO of Urwego Opportunity Bank.
Tongai Maramba, CEO, Tigo Rwanda, added: "Once again, Tigo is proud to launch an innovative product. Tigo Sugira is setting new standards for simple and user-friendly financial products. We are very excited to empower our customers even further".


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5.0 out of 5 stars Soldier Boys
By Darren Ferris on December 19, 2016
Format: Paperback
BROKEN SOLDIER paints a quick but thorough portrait of five strong and diverse personalities working both independently and as a unit to successfully complete their mission. The main characters of Connor and Shawn are immediately catapulted to the forefront of the book. The dynamics between these men are explosive yet heart-wrenching. The love they feel for each other is put to the test when Shawn willingly goes undercover and becomes hooked on Heroin for the sole purpose of taking down a "Drug Lord" who just so happens to have an arsenal of nuclear weapons available for quick sale to the highest bidder.
As we see Shawn losing the fight against a Heroin addiction, his lover and teammate Connor (also undercover) monitors the sad situation – helpless to stop the horrific events that are unfolding. I read with amazement how Jamie blended a story of love and helplessness within the context of covert military operation. My heart was in my throat the entire time I devoured this book. Without giving too much away, allow me to say that the final portion of this book demonstrates how only unyielding love and patient support can make our broken soldier whole once again. This was an awesome read from start to finish. BROKEN SOLDIER was chocked full of the romantic suspense I have come to appreciate. Thank you, Jamie!
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We already told you about Nokia N900 when it was only a 3D rendering, and talked about it when it made it through FCC which proved us it also had GPS features. Just a couple of days ago the company made the Nokia N900 official. What are the highlights of the N900? Well, Nokia decided to load this device Maemo 5 OS which is completely Linux based - which means a lot for all the true geeks out there. It also promises a very decent web browsing experience with Mozilla technology and full Adobe Flash 9.4 support. Speaking of internets, we have to mention how connected Nokia N900 is. It does fast internet connectivity with 10/2 HSPA and WLAN - currently supporting 900/1700/2100 MHz. Of course there's bluetooth too.
Other features of Nokia N900 include the 3.5″ touch screen with 800x480 resolution, 5MP camera with flash and Carl Zeiss lens, integrated GPS, 1GB of memory, physical slide-down keyboard, 600 MHz ARM Cortex-A8 processor, 1320mAh battery, 32GB of storage which can be expanded to 48 via the microSD card slot, and the OpenGL ES 2.0 graphics acceleration.
Did we mention it is a phone too? :) Yeah, you can call your friends with the Nokia N900.
How much will the Nokia N900 will cost you? When it comes out in October in selected markets it will go for about 500 Euros.
In the US this would be just over $700. Oh and the 1700Mhz means you can get this on T-Mobile. Nice.
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In 2006, academics at Cornell University's Hotel School came up with what they thought were twenty-first century suggestions to sell more wine on-premise (in restaurants), which included pairing wine with food and low-cost wine tasting flights.
Some of us in the wine industry had been pushing those ideas—and more—as far back as the ancient twentieth century. Despite that, as we head into 2016 it appears restaurant wine sales still need a boost.
In May 2014, Paul Franson wrote an article in Wines & Vines Magazine "Wine Losing On-Premise" the gist of which was that Millennials the restaurant industry counted on were not acting as expected. After the 2008 economic meltdown, instead of wine, Millennials gravitated toward cocktails and craft beer. According to Sandy Block, VP of the beverage program for the Legal Seafoods restaurant chain, this is when restaurants began to offer bars behind which stood hot or hunky bartenders waving their large cocktail shakers.
Block pointed out the concept that wine is best with food was not enough to stem a downward slide. Millennials who did consume wine in restaurants were more open to consuming wines that were "hot" as opposed to wines that they were supposed to pair with their toasted kale. They also sought wines with distinction or unusual flavors, which is why Sauvignon Blanc sales rose 33% in 2014 and Chardonnay sales had not.
Franson's 2014 article also quoted Sarah
Ms. Schneider was spot on.
According to a June 2015 article in Full Service Restaurant (FSR), wine-by-the-glass, often poured from a tap, was doing quite well in the U.S. market, from New York City to Chicago to California to Cincinnati. Two months later, Restaurant Hospitality (RH) offered tips to restaurateurs to keep wine sales flowing. One tip was to pour more wines-by-the-glass at lunch, and serve the wine from a keg.
RH stressed that no matter which label is applied to a particular generation, fine wine buyers always seem to fall between ages 35 and 55 . Restaurants needed to offer bargains that appeal to cash-strapped Millennials hit by the weak economy as well as premium wines for Generation X restaurant-goers with new cash.