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Greek937. basilikos -- royal
... the king's country. Cognate: 937 -- kingly (royal), befitting a king; kingly
dignity, belonging to a king. See 932 (). Word Origin ...
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4061. peritome -- circumcision
934. basileios -- royal
746. arche -- beginning, origin
1238. diadema -- a diadem, a crown
Strong's Hebrew4437. malku -- royalty, reign, kingdom
... kingdom, kingly, realm, reign. (Aramaic) corresponding to malkuwth; dominion
(abstractly or concretely) -- kingdom, kingly, realm, reign. see HEBREW malkuwth. ...
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Easton's Bible DictionaryKingly office of Christ
One of the three special relations in which Christ stands to his people. Christ's office as mediator comprehends three different functions, viz., those of a prophet, priest, and king. These are not three distinct offices, but three functions of the one office of mediator.
Christ is King and sovereign Head over his Church and over all things to his Church (Ephesians 1:22; 4:15; Colossians 1:18; 2:19). He executes this mediatorial kingship in his Church, and over his Church, and over all things in behalf of his Church. This royalty differs from that which essentially belongs to him as God, for it is given to him by the Father as the reward of his obedience and sufferings (Philippians 2:6-11), and has as its especial object the upbuilding and the glory of his redeemed Church. It attaches, moreover, not to his divine nature as such, but to his person as God-man.
Christ's mediatorial kingdom may be regarded as comprehending, (1) his kingdom of power, or his providential government of the universe; (2) his kingdom of grace, which is wholly spiritual in its subjects and administration; and (3) his kingdom of glory, which is the consummation of all his providential and gracious administration.
Christ sustained and exercised the function of mediatorial King as well as of Prophet and Priest, from the time of the fall of man, when he entered on his mediatorial work; yet it may be said that he was publicly and formally enthroned when he ascended up on high and sat down at the Father's right hand (Psalm 2:6; Jeremiah 23:5; Isaiah 9:6), after his work of humiliation and suffering on earth was "finished."
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary1. (superl.) Belonging to, suitable to, or becoming, a king; characteristic of, resembling, a king; directed or administered by a king; monarchical; royal; sovereign; regal; august; noble; grand.
2. (adv.) In a kingly or kinglike manner.
ThesaurusKingly (7 Occurrences)
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Results (16 Occurrences)
Exercised (20 Occurrences)
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Sway (7 Occurrences)
Exercise (35 Occurrences)
Offices (14 Occurrences)
Bible ConcordanceKingly (7 Occurrences)
Acts 12:21 and on a set day, Herod having arrayed himself in kingly apparel, and having sat down upon the tribunal, was making an oration unto them,
Romans 5:21 in order that as sin has exercised kingly sway in inflicting death, so grace, too, may exercise kingly sway in bestowing a righteousness which results in the Life of the Ages through Jesus Christ our Lord.
1 Peter 2:9 But you are a chosen race, a priesthood of kingly lineage, a holy nation, a people belonging specially to God, that you may make known the perfections of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvellous light.
Revelation 17:18 And the woman whom you have seen is the great city which has kingly power over the kings of the earth."
Revelation 19:6 And I heard as a voice of a great crowd, and as a voice of many waters, and as a voice of strong thunders, saying, Hallelujah, for the Lord our God the Almighty has taken to himself kingly power.
Revelation 19:12 His eyes were like a flame of fire, and on His head were many kingly crowns; and He has a name written upon Him which no one but He Himself knows.
Daniel 5:20 But when his heart was lifted up, and his spirit was hardened so that he dealt proudly, he was deposed from his kingly throne, and they took his glory from him:
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GMC Sierra HD heavy-duty pickups are well suited to real-world use and abuse. They can haul tons of brick and cement and tow the concrete pump, then turn around to be used for a night on the town or grocery shopping while the fifth-wheel's left in camp or the horses are in the corral. If your hauling happens once or twice a year or you tow a bass boat or ski boat, then the 1500-series may be better suited. If your load is heavy, however, or you do a lot of towing, the Sierra HD is the ticket, especially with the powerful diesel engine. We found it towed a 5000-pound trailer load like it wasn't there and a 15,000-pound trailer with ease.
A luxurious Sierra HD Denali model is available in both 2500 single-rear-wheel and 3500 dual-rear-wheel models. The 2013 Sierra HD Denali comes standard with heated and cooled front seats, leather-wrapped heated steering wheel and rear camera. Polished aluminum 17-inch wheels are standard on Sierra HD Denali duallies and are available on Sierra HD SLT duallies. Denali is GM's answer to Ford's King Ranch and Ram's Lariat Longhorn. The availability of the Sierra HD Denali gives the GMC buyer more a more luxurious option than is available to the Chevrolet buyer.
The GMC Sierra HD is built on the same chassis as the Chevrolet Silverado HD and shares all the sheetmetal, including the hood, with it. Different hood trim, lights, grille, wheels and ruby red badges distinguish the GMC from the Chevrolet.
Changes for 2013 are minor. Among them: The 2013 Sierra HD offers a bi-fuel CNG 6-liter gas engine on 2500 Extended Cab, and the 397-hp diesel is available on 3500 Chassis Cabs and pickup box-delete Silverado HDs. The GMC Sierra HD line of heavy-duty pickups was reengineered for 2011, with a new frame, new front and rear suspensions, bigger brakes, more powerful Duramax 6.6-liter turbo diesel and a luxurious new top-line Denali.
As with all heavy-duty pickup lines, the Sierra HD offers plenty of configurations with three cab styles, two bed sizes, single or dual-rear wheels and 2WD or 4WD. A 6.0-liter gasoline V8 is standard, rated at 360 horsepower in 2500 models and 322 hp in everything else. It isn't quite as powerful as the competition's gas engines.
The 6.6-liter turbodiesel with 765 pound-feet of torque (more than twice the gas engine's) is competitive with Ford's Super Duty at 400 hp and 800 lb-ft and Ram's 350 hp and 660-850 lb-ft. GM and Ford use 6-speed automatics in their trucks; Ram offers a choice of six-speeds, manual or automatic.
Sierra HD offers two distinct interior concepts, one bred for work, function and simplicity, the other emphasizing luxury and features over outright seating space. Almost anything you can get in a GMC sport-utility is available here, including OnStar, a subwoofer-equipped sound system, rear-seat entertainment, driver memory system, heated leather seats and a moonroof. For the entry price of around $29,000 you get a functional pickup with real load-carrying ability, but for big towing in a properly equipped diesel expect to pay much more. Options can add up quickly, the diesel engine ($7195) and its required transmission upgrade ($1200) among the most expensive.
The trick in buying the right GMC Sierra HD is to give fair consideration and choose wisely. Compute the permutations among three cabs, two weight classes, two beds, two engine/transmission combinations, two drive systems and four trim levels, and then sort out options that cover everything from a diesel radiator cover to rear park assist, and you can see why prices run from that base $29,000 to well past double it.Model Lineup
The 2013 GMC Sierra HD offers three cabs, two beds, five wheelbases and four trim levels. The Vortec 6.0-liter V8 and 6-speed automatic comes standard, the Duramax diesel with a stronger Allison 6-speed automatic is optional ($8,395).
From the least expensive version, plan on adding $2,000-$3,000 to step up from regular cab to Extended cab, or from there to Crew Cab. Figure $200 more for a long bed version. Add about $3,000 for four-wheel drive.
Sierra WT models are work trucks with gray vinyl upholstery, rubberized floor covering, black door handles and mirrors, steel wheels and floor-shift for 4WD. They come with air conditioning, AM/FM stereo, cruise control, driver information center, 40/20/40 manual-recline front seats, rear bench seat, tilt wheel, chrome grille and bumpers, tow hooks, intermittent wipers, and dual dash power outlets. The WT Crew Cab has a 60/40-split rear bench seat. Options on WT include stereo upgrades, OnStar, 18-inch wheels, camper mirrors, locking differential, trailering equipment, power windows, mirrors and locks, integrated trailer brake controller, deep-tint glass and bucket seats.
Sierra SLE versions improve with cloth upholstery, carpeting (though the WT floor is available), 40/20/40 front seat with locking console storage, split-fold rear seat, AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 RDS stereo, OnStar with six months' service, cruise control, aluminum wheels, power heated mirrors/windows/door locks, visor vanity mirror/lights, side moldings and electric-shift for 4WD. SLE options include dual-zone climate control, navigation and backup camera, backup camera in mirror, power passenger seat for the 3500 Crew Cab, steering wheel controls, power sliding rear window, power heated camper mirrors, 20-inch wheels for the 2500, locking differential, Z71 off-road package with shocks, bump stops, 36-mm front antiroll bar, and skid plates.
Sierra SLT upgrades with leather, 10-way power heated front seats and two-person driver memory, dual-zone climate control, Bose DVD audio system, Bluetooth, console, auto-dimming mirrors (3), steering wheel controls, fog lamps, paint-matched trim, power folding mirrors w/signals, 18-inch polished forged aluminum wheels, locking differential, trailer equipment and integrated trailer brake controller. SLT-level upgrades include navigation and rearview camera, rear-seat entertainment, moonroof, power sliding rear window, power heated camper mirrors, and 20-inch wheels on 2500.
Denali models come in 2500 or 3500, single or dual rear-wheel configurations, 2WD or 4WD, short bed or long bed. Denali is Crew Cab only. Denali gets a unique four-bar grille, body-color bumpers, chrome door handles, chrome accents, polished forged aluminum wheels, and EZ-Lift locking tailgate. Inside, Denali adds heated steering wheel, heated and cooled front seats, moonroof, unique brushed aluminum trim, power-adjustable pedals, a Bose premium surround audio system with 6CD/USB, Bluetooth, and 12-way power seats. Options include rear-seat entertainment. Denali comes only in black, gray, or white.
Optional on most trim levels are roof marker lamps ($55), skid plates ($150), snow-plow prep for 4WD, fast-idle switch ($200), camper/fifth-wheel wiring ($35), myriad dealer options and for diesels, dual 125-amp alternators ($270) and radiator covers ($55) for cold states.
Safety equipment includes frontal airbags, front seat belt pretensioners, and StabiliTrak on single-rear wheel models. Optional equipment includes front-side airbags and front side-curtain airbags, OnStar, backup cameras and integrated trailer brake controller.Walkaround
GMC Sierra HD shares its mechanical bits with the Chevrolet Silverado HD, but they are not visually identical. Different grilles, lights, trim, wheels and badges distinguish the two. Denali models use unique elements of those distinctive parts to separate themselves from other Sierra HDs.
The wallpaper sized, ruby red GMC logo makes its origin obvious. The bumper that blends into the fenders gives the front an integrated look that lacks the big bumper-to-grille opening characteristic of vehicles with separate bodies and frames. The increased frame stiffness allows smaller gaps between panels and helps the Sierra HD ride quieter than Super Duty cabs.
Extended cab models have rear doors that open to the rear after the front doors have been opened, with windows that roll down to minimize rear seat claustrophobia. Ford's Super Cab uses the same system, while Ram HD's mid-size cab has four conventionally opening doors.
The box sides are deep. The tailgate has an optional lock and assist for closing it with less effort. The cargo management option fits rails to three sides of the bed, which can be used for tie-down points and to carry a variety of tool or utility boxes. The dual-element mirrors, some of which are heated and power-fold for drive-through lanes, aid rearward vision when towing.
Most heavy-duty pickups have external dimensions close to each other and the Sierra is similar; more than six-and-a-half feet wide outside with room for a 4x8-foot sheet of building material to ride flat in the long bed. 4WD Sierra models are slightly lower than competing pickups, and that inch or two could make the difference in commercial garages or with critical fifth-wheel trailer/bed side clearances.Interior
The high-line Sierra SLT cabin feels just like the interior of a large luxury car, with a low-profile dash sporting lots of woodgrain trim, a compact instrument cluster with good gauges, three months of XM radio to get you hooked, and a center stack that rolls off the dash and right into a full-length center console.
The Sierra HD SLT and Denali cabins are more car-like than truck-like: sleek, distinctly split between driver and passenger environments, and good fit and finish. Other Sierra models use a more conventional pure pickup layout, with a higher dash section that goes across the middle and leaves the center open for middle riders, manual-shift transfer case, or communications and safety equipment.
Though not as stylish, the standard pure pickup dash is the more functional of the two and equally well assembled and up to date. It offers more options in small storage, a second glove box with an awkward latch, locking storage area with power point beneath the center seat section, more places to add accessory switches, radio and ventilation controls are up higher near line of sight, and the materials produce less glare in low-lying sun and night construction areas. Adjustable pedals and a tilt wheel are available, though the wheel does not telescope.
The Regular Cab Sierra has room for an XL-sized gent and space behind his seat for coat and boots. Extended Cabs have a seat cushion that folds up for more storage and LATCH anchors for infant seats. Crew Cabs are the obvious choice for anyone hauling more than youngsters on a regular basis, just be sure the middle rider knows there is no headrest.
Operating controls are clearly labeled and logically placed, and the shifter offers the typical D and 1 positions, with an M position and thumb tab for individually selecting any intermediate gear.
If there's a drawback to the Sierra cabin it is the quantity of similarly shaped and labeled small buttons that butterfingers may have some issues with. Door switches won't let your dog power the window up, but he may still lock you out; fortunately, OnStar (and the turn-by-turn navigation it offers) is standard on most and includes a few months free service. As with a Mercedes, turning on the navigation system also switches on the radio, and you'll have to turn it all the way down if you don't want to hear it.
The fact that the Sierra interior, especially on SLT models, is the most like a car will certainly find favor with those who need a pickup rather than just want one. Denali models may steal a few King Ranch or Laramie Longhorn sales.Driving Impressions
Any differences in styling, interiors or engines aside, heavy-duty full-size pickup trucks are all about bragging rights numbers. At its redesign for 2011 the Sierra HD and Silverado HD had the highest ratings for towing capacity (both conventional hitch and fifth-wheel/gooseneck), payload capacity, and gross combined weight rating (GCWR, total truck, trailer, cargo, and passengers).
Ford and Ram both caught up or surpassed at least some of those numbers, so for 2012 the GM HD pickups have raised the numbers again. Maximum ratings are: conventional trailer 18,000 pounds; fifth-wheel/gooseneck 23,100 pounds; payload 7222 pounds; GCWR 30,500 pounds. Conventional trailer and payload ratings slightly better the Ram, but the Ram rules towing with a top rating nearly 7000 pounds higher than the Sierra.
Truck people talk frames and parts because they're the foundation. On the Sierra HD the foundation includes things like forged steel upper and cast iron lower front suspension arms like pieces used on older Land Rovers and the Mercedes Gelaendewagens rather than the aluminum and stamped steel of lightweight pickups. Everything was upgraded for 2011, right down to the bolts that hold the wheels on.
Adding bigger parts is easy. What makes the GMC HD noteworthy is that the increase in capability comes with no sacrifice in ride quality, cab comfort, handling or control. GMC claims diesel highway fuel economy that suggests about 18.5 mpg, but honestly the only time you should be highway cruising in an empty HD is after you've delivered the cargo or trailer somewhere. No mention of city mileage, probably because the truck is 300-400 pounds heavier than its predecessor. We observed 10 mpg in the largest (dually) HD diesel pulling a four-ton trailer, for a short stretch.
Later we drove a Denali 2500 4WD Crew Cab with the Duramax diesel engine for one week and 640 miles, including about 200 of those miles towing a 2500-pound racecar on a 3000-pound trailer, on both a winding mountainous freeway and in the city. Overall, we averaged 14.5 miles per gallon; a sleeker aero package and half the trailer weight than the dually cited above. The diesel's 765 pound-feet of torque was scarcely challenged for the job, and its 397 horsepower easily enabled the rig to maintain freeway speeds, even uphill. The long wheelbase and three-quarter-ton chassis kept everything stable as a rock. We made one 60-mile run on the dark, rainy, and winding freeway and felt totally secure.
Both 6-speed automatics offer a Tow/Haul mode that will execute downshifts with throttle blipping to maximize engine braking. In most cases Tow/Haul is designed for optimum use with loads of 70 percent-or-more of maximum GCWR, though you won't hurt anything by using it with lighter trailers or not using it with heavier trailers.
The gasoline engine is the purchase-cost choice and best used when routine heavy towing or high mileage are not on the agenda. Opting for the $100 numerically higher 4.10:1 axle ratio is worth every penny and raises the tow rating considerably (it will likely be standard in 2014). We saw a bit more than 12 mpg on a highway leg in an unloaded 2500-series gas engine.
Buyers who tow many miles should strongly consider the diesel, which delivers twice the torque output and notably better fuel mileage and work ratings. The Duramax diesel is relatively quiet. As with all HD pickups and sport-utes the Duramax uses DEF for the emissions system. This is filled underhood and may need to be done only at service intervals but is available at fuel depots and parts stores if you drive hard, in scorching hot weather or idle excessively. Running out will not stop the truck, but if you ignore warning messages it eventually will not restart.
Pickups of yore tended to buck like broncos on turnpike expansion joints and other uneven surfaces, with the bed trying to bounce one direction and the cab the other. Often a function of wheelbase, this can't be completely eliminated in a long vehicle like a Sierra HD, but it does an admirable job of mitigating the motion. Longer cabs get special body mounts to aid in that regard, though we found the regular cab gave a good accounting of itself; with the diesel's 700-mile-empty claimed range, it's entirely possible a base manual seat would wear you out before any ride issues did.
There's heft to the feel of a Sierra, from the way it takes big bumps to the steering and throttle inputs but this should not be construed as effort on the driver's part. Its handling characteristics are benign and amount to basic plowing if you push too hard. All-terrain tires give better grip on dirt roads, at the expense of steering precision and noise on paved roads. Optional 20-inch wheels look good but we prefer 17- and 18-inch wheels for numerous reasons, including ride and replacement cost.
The Sierra HD uses disc brakes with ABS, and independent front suspension. Of the full-size ╛-ton pickups, only the GM heavy-duty pickups use the same design on 4WD models as on 2WD versions. This means the 4WD HD models from GM have a lower nose and more responsive steering than their four-wheel-drive Ram and Super Duty counterparts. Again, like any big pickup, the tail is prone to kick over impacts with an empty bed; the Sierra is similar to others although it may feel it has more kick because the front is softer. Apart from turning circle and size, it takes no more effort to drive the Sierra HD than to drive any other GMC.
The rearview mirror camera display gives the same view as a navigation-screen version except on a smaller scale. Hooking up a trailer is a piece of cake: Watch the hitch ball in the mirror screen, and when the last glint of chrome disappears under the trailer hitch, you're perfectly aligned. This is easier in shade than direct sunlight, especially with predominantly white trailers, and you might tilt the mirror down to stop glare from obscuring the image. Makes you wonder how you ever got along without it. With navigation you get a much bigger rearview camera image, which makes it easier to spot objects and line up the hitch ball.
The optional rear park assist gets fooled by a slide hitch, however, and repeatedly flashes a message that it's disabled, and to see owner's manual. It's surely something you can override, but we just cleared the message each time.
Don't count on the camera for backing up with a trailer, though. When you can see your trailer, the old-fashioned way of looking in the mirror or over your shoulder is easier. When you can't see the trailer, for example an empty boat trailer or car-hauler like ours, the camera is deceptive, because the lens is so wide. When the trailer veers, you can't even tell in the camera.
The optional integrated trailer brake controller will apply your trailer brakes smoother than any aftermarket controller and works in concert with the Sierra's braking system. Be sure to get this feature.
The diesel engine has an exhaust brake function in the turbocharger, and the Allison transmission uses grade control logic to help maintain chosen speeds, even using cruise control on up- and down-grades.
Note that, as on any pickup, the maximum ratings usually don't apply simultaneously. While a particular Sierra HD might carry 7200 pounds or tow 23,000 it can't do both at the same time without substantially exceeding the GCWR.Summary
If you want the capability of a big pickup with the least sensation of driving a big pickup, the Sierra HD deserves consideration. In a world run amuck for ever-larger trailers and powerplants, it's a sensible alternative for anyone who needs to haul heavy material.
G.R. Whale filed this report to NewCarTestDrive.com from Flintstone, Maryland.
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Skip to comments.Iranian Alert -- December 22, 2003 -- IRAN LIVE THREAD
Posted on 12/22/2003 12:04:25 AM PST by DoctorZIn
The US media almost entirely ignores news regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran. As Tony Snow of the Fox News Network has put it, this is probably the most under-reported news story of the year. But most Americans are unaware that the Islamic Republic of Iran is NOT supported by the masses of Iranians today. Modern Iranians are among the most pro-American in the Middle East.
There is a popular revolt against the Iranian regime brewing in Iran today. Starting June 10th of this year, Iranians have begun taking to the streets to express their desire for a regime change. Most want to replace the regime with a secular democracy. Many even want the US to over throw their government.
The regime is working hard to keep the news about the protest movement in Iran from being reported. Unfortunately, the regime has successfully prohibited western news reporters from covering the demonstrations. The voices of discontent within Iran are sometime murdered, more often imprisoned. Still the people continue to take to the streets to demonstrate against the regime.
In support of this revolt, Iranians in America have been broadcasting news stories by satellite into Iran. This 21st century news link has greatly encouraged these protests. The regime has been attempting to jam the signals, and locate the satellite dishes. Still the people violate the law and listen to these broadcasts. Iranians also use the Internet and the regime attempts to block their access to news against the regime. In spite of this, many Iranians inside of Iran read these posts daily to keep informed of the events in their own country.
This daily thread contains nearly all of the English news reports on Iran. It is thorough. If you follow this thread you will witness, I believe, the transformation of a nation. This daily thread provides a central place where those interested in the events in Iran can find the best news and commentary. The news stories and commentary will from time to time include material from the regime itself. But if you read the post you will discover for yourself, the real story of what is occurring in Iran and its effects on the war on terror.
I am not of Iranian heritage. I am an American committed to supporting the efforts of those in Iran seeking to replace their government with a secular democracy. I am in contact with leaders of the Iranian community here in the United States and in Iran itself.
If you read the daily posts you will gain a better understanding of the US war on terrorism, the Middle East and why we need to support a change of regime in Iran. Feel free to ask your questions and post news stories you discover in the weeks to come.
If all goes well Iran will be free soon and I am convinced become a major ally in the war on terrorism. The regime will fall. Iran will be free. It is just a matter of time.
Exactly. In fact, most Americans have never been aware of the real story of Iran, especialy for the past 20 years. This has led to the fiction that Iran is the model Muslim-state democracy, when in fact there's never been anything democratic about it, unless defined in the true socialist sense of the word.
First we had the Shah, then a revolution nobody understood because it seemed to come from nowhere (I personally admired him) then the hostages and demonstrations with signs helpfully written for the Islamists by the American media.
Then the Democrats, who wanted power, got involved and played on the confusion of the public, creating Iran-Contra, blending that into a confusing story about how corrupt the Shah was, how he needed to be overthrown, and how much better off the people of Iran were now that they were "free." That morphed into the "Only Example of Muslim Democracy" fiction which is still mostly in place today. While the mad mullahs continued down a path of incresing oppression and terrorist enabling. Thankfully, that fiction has been practically debunked in the past two years, but it's still infesting much of Western thought. Heck, some people still don't know where Persia is.
That defies...yes, it's possible to sputter in anger with a keyboard. The UN...AI...lefties...where were the humanitarians? Why'd we have Clinton protecting the mullahs instead?
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I'm not sure if this was brought up in any previous discussions but I thought that I would see what other people's experiences were.
I recently sent an e-mail to a woman expressing interest and she just replied "Had me till I read you didn't want any kids".
This really sucks!
I'm 30 and most women in the 25 to 35 year old age range either have kids or want them at some point.
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This is the second time you have accused my of being ignorant of biology.
I assure you, I am well-read on the subject.
Can you show me where I have made an incorrect statement on the subject, or is this simply argumentative flailing?
Monogomy is only one way to provide resources, love, and support. Some would argue that it hasn't actually been all that successful on these criteria and that there are other more effective means. For an example (sadly difficult to find via google, but referenced in the book "Sex at Dawn"), is the concept of partable fatherhood. There have been cultures in which it was believed that every person had multiple fathers and that it was in fact desirable to have multiple fathers. Different fathers had different roles in fathering a child (yes, that means sex) and women would seek out various individuals with desirable characteristics to contribute to the child. If one father died, that child would still have access to resources, love, and support from its other biological fathers.
Obviously, such cultures were terribly mistaken on the science of conception. However, our culture may be terribly mistaken on the naturalness of monogamy, although in reality, it doesn't matter how incorrect our assumptions are if most people accept them. They simply become the new reality. Like a flat earth.
"monogamous father figure, is to provide resource stability"
Well what this means is that children without this suffer. If this is so, then its the fault of all of us because it is happening on our watch.
We should not use the welfare of children to be trying to keep their parents in harness, just as we should not be using children to negotiate the politics of a marriage. Children should not be used at all.
So what I want is the emancipation of children. No child should have to depend on its parents or be trapped in a family domicile. No child should be disadvantaged because of shortcomings on the part of its parents.
How could this come to be? It will be by attacking the Family System. It will be those of use who are congnizant of the ways in which we were used who lead it.
Fight for the emancipation of children, and for holding parents accountable.
"Paternity is a social fiction."
James Joyce
Indeed, nuclear families (in the large sense vs the last half century sense, of close relatives raising the family) has only been around since the patriarchal system dominated societies. According to most anthropologists, before the patriarchal system, children were not raised by immediate family (males/females) but by the extended community which consisted mostly of females, since males were often away hunting and warring and discovering new lands.
Given that our modern system of raising children is very much broken... I still prefer a child have two parents, rather than none... or being a perpetual homeless fosterchild.
I can't see us returning to community raising of children any time soon. However it has been tried here and there, to near catastrophic results... Hari Krishnas, Mormons, Monasteries and long term warring cultures where children are coopted for war. As a modern society, when children aren't raised by close parents, they end up being used and abused to an extreme degree by our capitalist system. In the end it's all a matter of profit.
I could not find any anthropolocigal research suggesting a cause-effect relationship between patriarchal systems and the rise of the nuclear family. Encylopedia Brittanica mentions historical evolution of nuclear families in both patrilineal and matrilineal cultures: http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/421619/nuclear-family.
(Notice how I CITE ACTUAL ARTICLES, rather than fabricating the support of non-existent experts?)
Most likely the nuclear family developed due to the transition from disorganized hunter-gatherer societies to more structured agricultural or nomadic societies.In short, the development of the nuclear family had nothing to do with patriarchy.
And indeed, there's no reason to think the advantages of a nuclear family would not be found in matriarchal societies.
So, wrong again TNT666. But I suppose that if your only answer to absolute any question is "patriarchy", we can't expect you to be right very often.Still, even a broken clock is correct twice a day, so keep trying.
Reading this thread has made me appreciate finding my life partner (who, like myself, cares little for children and doesn't want them) all the more. Thanks!
My own experiences have been very harsh. I've lived in Utah for the past 38 years, and let me tell you, if there's ANY environment on the face of this planet that is "child-/family-friendly" to the point of nausea at best, and breederville at worst, it's Utah.
Folks, take it from me. They are out there, even (believe it or not) here in the land of Zion. It might seem like they are in the minority (and let's face it, they are), but they DO exist.
Be selective, and stick to your guns. Turn the tables around, cut straight to the chase, and be the aggressor. "Do you want children? Yes? Oh, that's unfortunate. I'm sorry, but a life-long relationship would not be possible between us." Remove your "do not want children" status from your dating profiles and be the first to ask. Don't give them the opportunity to hurt you.
You have every right to be selfish about this. YOUR happiness is what's important.
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From our home, Orvieto and Norcia are the furthest away sites, about 1 and 1/2 hr. drive (100 km/ 62 miles). All the rest is within 30-50 min drive from Alla Madonna del Piatto.
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- Day 4 – Valnerina (Abbey of San Pietro in Valle) and Spoleto
- Day 5 – small villages: Bevagna, Montefalco (wine tasting), Foligno
- Day 6 – more small villages: Spello, Trevi, Castello di Campello
- Day 7 – Deruta (majolica pottery) and Torgiano (wine museum)
- Day 8 – Visso, Piano Grande di Castelluccio and Norcia
- Day 9 – Orvieto, Civita di Bagnoregio and Todi
- Day 10 – Trasimeno Lake round trip: Castiglione del Lago, Panicale, Passignano, Isola Maggiore (lace)
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Sarah Benton greets guests at the Topsail Skating Rink as if she were a rink employee. Before their skates are laced, she enthusiastically tells them about the snacks, about the grooves in the hardwood and about Elimination, the dice game that rewards winners with a free pass.
Sarah Benton greets guests at the Topsail Skating Rink as if she were a rink employee. Before their skates are laced, she enthusiastically tells them about the snacks, about the grooves in the hardwood and about Elimination, the dice game that rewards winners with a free pass.
On a mid-May weekend in Topsail Beach, the spunky 10-year-old from Ivanhoe is the first customer, and she�s eager to share one of her favorite places with anyone who walks through the door.
The Topsail Skating Rink has that effect on people, and it has for 50 years. Sarah is too young to appreciate the value of nostalgia; she just wants to have fun.
But for visitors of a certain age, the rink takes them back to family vacations in simpler times.
The skating rink and Topsail Beach�s post office have the same phone number, a throwback to the party line days when neighbors shared a phone line. It�s a scene straight from the 1960s, when phones were used for talking and not tweeting or taking photos. Everything about the Topsail Skating Rink resonates with nostalgic charm. From the old-school roller skates to the box fans in the windows, it�s not hard to imagine what life was like in the 1960s. Really, you don�t have to imagine at all. Nothing has changed.
Not even the cash register. It has white keys with numbers from 10 to 90 and black keys with symbols from $1 to $5.
Proprietor Doris Jenkins punches the $5 key whenever she collects an admission fee. She tried a more modern cash register once, but the humidity short-circuited it, she said.
Perhaps the most revered treasure in the rink is Jenkins� record player. She piles stacks of 45s and spins classic tunes, mostly from the �50s, �60s and �70s.
Sometimes, she�ll turn on the disco lights for a boogie song. And that�s about as racy as it gets.
For the kids
Jenkins watches out for the kids. She won�t let them leave until she knows a parent is there to pick them up.
"If the parents say, �Don�t let them leave the building,� I don�t let them leave the building," Jenkins said.
Sarah respectfully refers to the owner as Miss Doris, and Jenkins serves as her personal banker, keeping Sarah�s cash behind the counter and transferring it dollar by dollar to the cash register as Sarah buys gum and snacks.
Amanda Benton, Sarah�s mom, said all three of her daughters have skated circles around the Topsail Skating Rink.
"I feel like Miss Doris is family," Benton said. "I feel like the kids are safe there."
Doris and Sonny
Jenkins took over as the town�s postmaster in 1962, and her husband, Sonny, built the post office and skating rink the next year.
For years, they ran the rink together, but Alzheimer�s disease has clouded Sonny�s mind, and he doesn�t come to the rink any more.
Now, it�s just Miss Doris. And if you�ve ever seen her carrying crates of mail for the post office, you know that she can handle a few kids on skates.
Jean Beasley brought her children to the Topsail Skating Rink decades ago, and she has the utmost respect for Miss Doris.
"She is quite a lady. I love Doris. She�s a great person," Beasley said. "She still runs post office, too � with an iron hand."
Beasley chuckled a bit when she said that last phrase. But there�s certainly some truth to it.
Jenkins is unquestionably tough. She runs the post office during the day and the skating rink at night. So, when does she rest?
"Between midnight and daybreak," she said.
At 75, she still skates with the kids.
Last week, she fell on the hardwood. She bounced back up, albeit with a red spot on her wrist.
"If you fall, you fall," she said. "Then you get up and go around again. I take about one spill a year. That�s all I can afford."
The future
Jenkins has seen profiles in Rink magazine of skaters in their 90s. She hopes to do better than that.
"I want to be skating when I�m 100," she said.
She does realize that at some point she won�t be able to run the rink by herself. She has two nephews who help her on occasion and they are poised to take over when that day comes.
Then, and only then, the Topsail Skating Rink might get air conditioning.
"As long as I own it, there won�t be air conditioning," Jenkins said. "That�s the beauty of coming to the beach."
Her customers agree.
One family from Virginia, Jenkins said, has been visiting her at the skating rink every summer since it opened. Before that, they visited Jenkins at the old skating rink at the Jolly Roger Pier. They brought their children and grandchildren. Now they bring the great-grandchildren.
Amanda Benton didn�t skate at Topsail Skating Rink as a child, but she�s glad she can bring her kids there today.
"It�s literally like walking into a time warp, and I don�t mean that in a bad way," Benton said. "I feel like I�m walking back into a time before I was born."


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So I stopped making payments to my credit card company once I started paying DCC. Well, they don't inform you that the first payment is the down payment which they do not apply to your credit card company, and then the second payment (in the 2nd month) will not be applied to your credit cards until a month after you paid DCC. This meant that it was 3 months after I started paying DCC that they finally made the first payment to my credit card companies!!! I called DCC and complained because now all my credit cards were past due and delinquent!
DCC response was, 'you don't need to worry, because after I pay off all my debt through them, my credit score will be increased'... well duh, but in the meantime I didn't want it to go down! So I called my credit card company and explained what happened through DCC and my credit card company told me there is no reason for me to pay through DCC, as ALL CREDIT CARD Companies offer their own Debt Management services, where if you close the account (which you have to do anyway with DCC) your interest rate will be lowered and they don't charge you a fee every month.
I called DCC and told them what my credit card company told me and explained I wanted to close my account with DCC. The DCC customer representative was very offended and got defensive and started spewing more lies... Telling me that if I stopped using DCC my credit card company would be unhappy and immediately charge me a large fee as well as skyrocket my interest rate. So I called my CC company and asked if that was true, they said IN NO WAY, the DCC was just trying scare me into not canceling my account.
When I canceled they explained that the first payment I made I would not get back, they steal it and I say steal because they never told me they would keep that money. They say it's in their 'terms' but if you go to their website you cannot find their terms and when I enrolled with DCC they never sent me any information, they only send you their 'terms' if you specifically request it, and I did, and NEVER received it! They are a complete waste of time and money, they lie to you so you enroll and pay, then they got you. Even if you cancel they still get to keep your money!
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Just a note: either way, they send this info to your Credit History so there is a note stating you are enrolled in a debt management program which can prevent you from getting other credit cards or loan, but let's face it, if you need to do debt management, you probably shouldn't be applying for more credit cards or loan! Lesson of the story - always research before you buy or enroll. If it sounds too good to be true, that's because it is!!!
DELRAY BEACH -- My wife signed with Delray CC after being told our payment would be $1250 a month (roughly what we were paying at the time). After our initial deposit the rate went up to $1335. We balked but accepted. A month later it went up to $1511. Again we were a bit shocked, but saw the payments being made to our creditors and looked at it as a faster resolution to our debt. While paying more than most mortgage's each month to Delray we managed to pay off 3 of our cards on our own and Delray routed the remainder of the $1511 to the LOWEST INTEREST ACCOUNT. Upset but excited at the rate we were moving we again accepted.
This morning my wife called all of our creditors, negotiated our own interest rates (lower than what Delray negotiated) and found out from Capital One that Delray sent in a negotiated rate request of 14% on my wife's card. The rate was at 10% when they sent the request! They actually caused an INCREASE in our rate over the last two years. On calling Delray to cancel the DMP after making her own considerable arrangements, she was told that we would not receive our deposit back and it is forfeit.
No Delray! You do not call it a deposit, tell us that we can choose to get it back or apply it to our last payment, raise our monthly rates, raise our interest rates, and then keep our money "deposit'. This post is step one. Step two is an honest attempt to get Delray to see the error of this practice on Monday when they open. Step three is a BBB call on deceptive and misleading business practices. Step four is a call to the Florida and Washington state AG's office to have your contracts and policies reviewed.
Step five is using all of my resources to distribute knowledge to the people and limit your pool of fish. I hope everyone who reads this can see the legitimacy of my statements and can walk away knowing that Delray is not a company that you want to do business with.
I just read a review on Delray cc and I have to DISAGREE they are there to serve your best interest. I have been using them for the past 1.5 years since March of 2008. At first the guy that set me up on the program said that my credit score might increase or decrease after three months but will hold and improve. It is true that after a few months I had SERIOUS DOUBTS because I was still getting calls from all my creditors, and my credit is still very low. BUT after 6 months everything was smoothed out and went really well. You have to work with Delray and the creditor to get the payments on time (you might have to do a payment deferment or change the due dates).
When you are in serious debt your credit score won't improve overnight it takes seven years for any blemish to come off your record. It has taken 2.5 almost 3 years and I finally am able to get approved for a small credit card that I pay off every month (I only use it instead of my debit card and then I pay it off to gain good credit). People who complain about this company need to understand that this isn't a 'quick' fix. There are no quick fixes to your mess ups. I am going to be debt free except for one student loan in one more year! January 2011 is my payoff date! Delray promised my debt would be paid off in 5 years and it will be 3!!!
FLORIDA -- 9-2-09 - I want to give an update on my review. I still will tell everyone that will listen to not go through Delray. I was able to get a loan from a bank with my mother's help and I almost have it paid off. I further found out that these "debt reduction services" are owned by the credit card companies.
Of course they want your money they will do anything to get as much as the can. I had a credit card for 5 years and even though I made the minimum payment each month the balance never went down... It is devastating that there are so many companies that will rob you blind, and even worse that our nation allows them to continue business. I have not even thought about getting another credit card nor will I ever get one the rest of my life.
I just read a review on Delray cc and I have to agree they are not there to serve your best interest. I have been using them for the past 9 months. At first the guy that set me up on the program said that my credit score would sky rocket after three months. Well three months later I am still getting calls from all my creditors, and my credit is still shot. OK after 4-5 months my credit is still bad and I am getting calls that Delray is sending my payments late. Well I call Delray and they tell me to call the credit card company and change my due date. "Wait, I thought I was paying you guys to take care of my payments?"
Anyway I call the credit card company and change the date. OK 6-7 months later I can't even get anyone to look at me for a car loan because my credit is still so bad. It gets better 9 months into the program and I get a call from another credit card company telling that I am 30 days late, and I have been 30 days behind for the past 3 months. I was livid my credit score is still very low and now I find out that Delray is messing up my credit more than I did. If I knew it was going to be like this I should have kept on going down my own path, but they promised that my credit score would sky rocket and that I would have no more calls from my credit card companies.
I also read the other review and agree that they do want a frist months deposit, but I didn't know they wouldn't return it. But they do screw up your credit and demand payment. In fact my first months payment was 290.00 and after 1 month it went up to 300 and then up to 330. and still every once in a while they send a letter stated that they had to pay extra on a card and want even more. I will be canceling my "membership" and taking control of my credit cards myself. DON"T GO THROUGH DELRAY they are not there to help and they will not live up to their outrageous promises.
Delray CC recently became aware of this dated post. Regardless of the time lapsed we are addressing the client review posted. We are at somewhat of a disadvantage on two points; 1) we do not know the identity of the client and 2) due to privacy laws we cannot give specifics of the account without the client's written permission. That said however, there are clues in the review we can certainly use to address some common misunderstandings about debt management programs (DMP). DMP programs were created by the credit card and banking industry to provide interest rate relief to consumers experiencing a hardship. In general, a credit card issuer will reduce or in some cases eliminate the interest rate on the client's account provided they enroll in a DMP program and seek financial education counseling through a non-profit organization. The purpose of DMP is to get out of debt. As such, it is not uncommon for the DMP payment to be the same or sometimes more than the minimum payments the borrower may be making now. The difference is by reducing the interest payments to what each creditor will accept, consumers will be able to pay off all of the debt in the program in 2 – 5 years compared to a client that maintains their own credit accounts, pays the minimum payment and consequently will not payoff their debt until14 – 35 years later, even if they do not charge another dime.
Since the purpose of a DMP program is to get out of debt a client is generally forbidden from incurring any new debt while enrolled in the DMP program. DCC is NOT the only company that requires its clients to refrain from obtaining new debt as it defeats the purpose of the program. In addition a client's creditor can pull a credit report at any time. If the lender sees new debt whether a mortgage, car, or credit card is incurred, the creditor enrolled in the program my throw the client out of the program since the borrower has more disposable income to pay new debt. The client must then have more income to have enough to pay the regular payment.
In terms of the monthly payment going up, it is important to note, no credit counseling agency sets the interest rates, fees, etc. Each creditor sets their own minimum payments and interest rates for clients that enroll in the DMP. Creditors can change their DMP minimum at any point in time without notice. Payments can also increase if the information provided by the client is not accurate. The proposals sent to each creditor to consider a client for DMP are based on information provided by the client. Inaccurate information not only causes the payment to adjust, but also creates twice the work for us because we need to submit an updated proposal with updated information. In addition, a client can also add additional accounts into the DMP, which in turn will cause the payment to increase.
In regards to the credit score "skyrocketing" in 4 months, there appears to be a misunderstanding here. Our counselors are trained and certified by the National Association of Certified Credit Counselors. If indeed one of our counselors made that statement, then there was a training opportunity we missed to correct the problem; however, there is a benefit to an account enrolled into a DMP program. If a credit account is less than 4 months past due and the client makes 3 consecutive on time payments in the DMP program, creditors are encouraged by a Federal Reserve guideline to re-age the account. Re-aging simply means the creditor will go back and rate the account as paid as agreed. If you are more than 4 months behind, it is at the creditors discretion if the account will be re-aged. While paying as agreed is certainly a positive for your credit report, another major factor to the computation of one's credit score is debt utilization. Meaning, the closer you are to being maxed out on your credit cards, the more negative impact occurs on your credit score regardless if the account is paid on time or not, or whether you enrolled in DMP or not. Until your balances get to 35% or less of your available credit, your score is going to take a hit.
Each consumer has the opportunity to choose with whom he or she is going to do business. Delray CC prides itself on customer service and serving the customer. We only wish hello123 would have contacted our customer service department to address her concerns. Hello123, if you see this post, please contact our customer service department at 800-982-8445. You can ask for Laura who is the customer service manager at extension 234. For those of you weighing your options on how to resolve your debt, feel free to contact one of our counselors at 888-371-0710 for a free consultation and our free library of financial resources.
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA -- I signed up for services with Delray Credit Counseling about 1 1/2 years ago. I had debt in about 3 credit cards and at that point it felt like I was not going to be able to get out anytime soon. The company offered to help reduce interest on credit cards and reduce monthly payments and stop fees like late fees, etc. You would send one payment to the company and it would pay the agreed amount to the creditors. It's supposed to be a non-profit organization.
First of all they did reduce the interest but not by very much as they had indicated when they explained what they could do, then they charge a $39 fee per month so that's like adding to your interest that they have reduced. Then the first full payment you make is kept as a "deposit." Then the second payment you make is not sent to the creditors until 30 days after, so you find yourself having to pay for 2 or 3 months your credit card to keep current while paying Delray at the same time. They extend your payments for as long as possible.
I think for mine it was like 4 or 5 years and of course over the course of that time, your paying interest and their fee which means you end up paying them about 2000+ on top of the interest. I was able to find a bank loan and a credit card which I could transfer my debt for much lower interest than I was getting from any cc under the program, I calculate I will be debt free in about 1 to 1 1/2 years at most, so I call to end the program and I find out that because I'm ending the program before they will keep my deposit.
Ultimately these people do not have your best interest in mind although that is what they claim. I would recommend to someone to try to talk to their creditors or find some other organization that is really non-profit.


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Lemuridae is a primate family consisting of lemurs from Madagascar. Lemuridae contains five extant genera: Lemur, Eulemur, Varecia, Hapalemur, and Prolemur. Lemuridae species range in weight from 700 g to 4.5 kg. Forelimbs are slightly shorter than hindlimbs. In general, members of Lemuridae move quadrupedally along branches and leap across foliage gaps. Most live in groups and exhibit a cathemeral activity pattern, i.e. are active during both day and night, with the exception of the purely diurnal Varecia (ruffed lemurs). All Lemuridae species have at least spotty pigmentation of the ocular fundus; this pigmentation tends to obscure the golden shine that is normally produced when light reflects off of the tapetum lucidum layer in the eye (Groves, 2001).
Genetic studies show that Lemur and Hapalemur are sister genera and form an exclusive clade (Mittermeier et al., 2008). This discovery makes earlier subfamily classifications obsolete; previously, Lemuridae was divided into two subfamilies, the Lemurinae ("true lemurs", Lemur, Eulemur, and Varecia) and Hapalemurinae ("bamboo lemurs", Hapalemur and Prolemur).


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September 01, 2013, 05:07:19 PM by BIZ
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Forum user Mxthe has released the first chapter of his new mod Underhell. This is a remake of his 2011 SMOD mod.
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August 18, 2013, 05:38:40 PM by BIZ
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SMMOD Ver. 18 is now out and it needs testing. Please leave bug reports here. A log of changes can be found here.
For the latest version please check: http://github.com/sirmastercombat/SMMOD
For archived versions please check: http://bsnooch.com/forums/index.php?topic=1066.0
August 18, 2013, 07:15:30 AM by Fidchell
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Underhell Chapter 1 is coming out very soon! Check out the teaser trailer:
Underhell Chapter 1
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Release date - Sept. 1, 2013
For those of you who don't know, this project was started began on the SMOD engine by forum member mxthe (SMOD: Troopers creator). He has since expanded it into a full blown mod and moved away from the SMOD engine. However he has said that Underhell will be customizable to some extent, although not exactly like SMOD.
For more information on Underhell, please visit these websites:
Official Website - http://underhell.wecreatestuff.com
ModDB - http://www.moddb.com/mods/underhell
Steam community page - http://steamcommunity.com/groups/Underhell
Steam Greenlight - http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=93935811
August 11, 2013, 08:20:09 AM by BIZ
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SMOD: CryLife receives 1.5.9 update
Pepsifan04 has released an update for SMOD: CryLife. This patch is mostly a bugfix and I will post up the changelog here. Remember that since this is a patch, you need to have version 1.5.8 installed and simply extract this over the top. Make sure to also check out the CryLife board on our forums and drop some feedback on the latest update.
DOWNLOAD SMOD: CryLife 1.5.9 Update Patch
Fixed bugs and General Tweaks in v.1.5.9 :
SMMOD gets update #9
SirMasters has had his nose to the grindstone and has just pumped out a BIG update for SMMOD. This project is really starting to take shape. Please drop by the SMMOD forum and leave some feedback or bug reports. All the necessary links and changelog will be posted below.
DOWNLOAD SMMOD update #9 (8/11/2013)
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+Re-added classic custom weapon implementation (custom_weapon1-30)
Project Goldenarms announced
I am working on a new project to totally redo the HL2 campaign for SMOD. Please check it out. I'm hoping for this to be like nothing anyone has seen before in SMOD. The initial idea for the project is to make it as modular as possible so that players and developers can drop it into their own SMOD version with little or no fuss and play. However, I may be collaborating with several others so there is no telling what the project might wind up looking like.
For now here are the planned features:
- Re-imagined mapadds for the HL2 campaign. These are being made from scratch.
If you want more info, head over to the PG forum where I will try to keep things active. Finally check out my first little piece of media from the project...
July 02, 2013, 01:09:58 AM by BIZ
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Hey folks, just a little news update, sorry things have been kinda quiet around here...
Valve Unleashes Hurricane SteamPipe
Yes, yes, it has finally happened. Valve has gone and added Half Life 2 to the growing list of source games converted to SteamPipe. An unfortunate side effect of this is that it totally kills SMOD and many other mods made on the old SDK. While this isn't the first setback to SMOD recently (including the_author disappearing around the time of the Fukushima earthquake and the Valve May 2010 update to Half Life 2) this is certain to make SMOD even less accessable to new players.
Luckily we had plenty of advanced warning about this update and if you backed up the old HL2 .gcf files you should be good. Wait, whats that, you forgot to back up the files? Well, never fear, our crew was on the case was on the case from the start and OneManShow has compiled a guide on how to get SMOD back working and future proof your other games including CS:S, HL2DM, and others.
Please check out the SteamPipe Fix thread for more information.
SirMasters Makes His SMOD Re-make Official
Lets move on to some good news, forum member sirmasters has made it official that he is working on re-creating many of the features of SMOD on the latest Source SDK! The mod is currently in development and he now his his own forum on our website where you can download the latest version, get info, and even download the source code!
He first made a mention of this project back in December of 2012, when he released a bullet-time video demo. Since then things had been relatively quiet but now there is a new build online for you to check out and some progress updates.
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It is an inflammation of one or more of your joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age. The most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Osteoarthritis causes cartilage — the hard, slippery tissue that covers the ends of bones where they form a joint — to break down. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that first targets the lining of joints (synovium).
Uric acid crystals, infections or underlying disease, such as psoriasis or lupus, can cause other types of arthritis.
Treatments vary depending on the type of arthritis. The main goals of arthritis treatments are to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.
The most common signs and symptoms of arthritis involve the joints. Depending on the type of arthritis you have, your signs and symptoms may include:
The two main types of arthritis — osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis — damage joints in different ways.
The most common type of arthritis, osteoarthritis involves wear-and-tear damage to your joint's cartilage — the hard, slick coating on the ends of bones. Enough damage can result in bone grinding directly on bone, which causes pain and restricted movement. This wear and tear can occur over many years, or it can be hastened by a joint injury or infection.
In rheumatoid arthritis, the body's immune system attacks the lining of the joint capsule, a tough membrane that encloses all the joint parts. This lining, known as the synovial membrane, becomes inflamed and swollen. The disease process can eventually destroy cartilage and bone within the joint.
Risk factors for arthritis include:
Severe arthritis, particularly if it affects your hands or arms, can make it difficult for you to do daily tasks. Arthritis of weight-bearing joints can keep you from walking comfortably or sitting up straight. In some cases, joints may become twisted and deformed.
During the physical exam, your doctor will check your joints for swelling, redness and warmth. He or she will also want to see how well you can move your joints. Depending on the type of arthritis suspected, your doctor may suggest some of the following tests.
The analysis of different types of body fluids can help pinpoint the type of arthritis you may have. Fluids commonly analyzed include blood, urine and joint fluid. To obtain a sample of your joint fluid, your doctor will cleanse and numb the area before inserting a needle in your joint space to withdraw some fluid (aspiration).
These types of tests can detect problems within your joint that may be causing your symptoms. Examples include:
Arthritis treatment focuses on relieving symptoms and improving joint function. You may need to try several different treatments, or combinations of treatments, before you determine what works best for you.
The medications used to treat arthritis vary depending on the type of arthritis. Commonly used arthritis medications include:
Physical therapy can be helpful for some types of arthritis. Exercises can improve range of motion and strengthen the muscles surrounding joints. In some cases, splints or braces may be warranted.
If conservative measures don't help, your doctor may suggest surgery, such as:
In many cases, arthritis symptoms can be reduced with the following measures:
Many people use alternative remedies for arthritis, but there is little reliable evidence to support the use of many of these products. The most promising alternative remedies for arthritis include:
While you might first discuss your symptoms with your family doctor, he or she may refer you to a doctor who specializes in the treatment of joint problems (rheumatologist) for further evaluation.
Before your appointment, make a list that includes:
Your doctor may ask some of the following questions:


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Like MDs, DOs (also called Osteopaths) are licensed physicians – trained to practice all aspects of medicine for the prevention, detection, and treatment of disease. The main difference between MDs and DOs is that DOs attend Osteopathic medical schools where they receive extra training in the musculoskeletal system, focusing on how an injury or illness in one part of the body can impact other parts of the body as well as overall health. Osteopathic education emphasizes that all aspects of the body are integrated and that the body has a natural ability to heal and regulate itself. Some DOs, although not all, practice Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT). OMT is a gentle hands-on technique used to diagnose and treat the patient – where the provider is paying particular attention to the muscles, nerves, joints, bones, and how they're all connected.


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Perry wants even more restrictions on abortions
Proclaiming his ultimate goal to eliminate abortion at any stage, Gov. Rick Perry on Tuesday said he would back legislation to ban abortion in Texas after 20 weeks, the point at which he said a fetus can experience pain.
He said he also wants lawmakers in the upcoming legislative session to pass a law requiring physicians who perform abortions to have admitting privileges with nearby hospitals, and he wants abortion clinics to be licensed as ambulatory surgical centers.
"Over the last decade, Texas has taken extraordinary steps to protect the lives of the unborn, but when 80,000 lives are lost to abortion each year in our state, we know our work is far from over," Perry said, speaking at the Source Pregnancy Center in west Houston.
"Let me be clear, my goal - and the goal of many of those joining me here today - is to make abortion at any stage a thing of the past," Perry said. "But while Roe versus Wade prohibits us from taking that step, it does allow us, the states, to do some things to protect life if they can show there is a compelling state interest. I don't think there's any issue that better fits the definition of a compelling state interest than preventing the suffering of our state's unborn."
Elizabeth Graham, director of the state-based anti-abortion group Texas Right to Life, said her group supports the 20-week ban, but no bill has been filed yet.
Appearing with Perry in Houston, she said her organization would back a measure that includes exceptions for women whose lives are in danger, but not for victims of rape or incest.
"Those decisions for children who are conceived in rape and incest will need to be made prior to the 20-week mark," she said.
Attempt 'to curb access'
Abortion rights advocates cite data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showing only 1.3 percent of abortions are performed beyond 21 weeks' gestation, with nearly 92 percent performed at less than 13 weeks.
"This proposed abortion ban is a cruel attempt by anti-choice extremists to curb access to care for women in the most desperate of circumstances," said Heather Busby, executive director of NARAL Pro-Choice Texas, in a press release. "The reality is that while most women welcome pregnancy and can look forward to a safe childbirth, for some, pregnancy can be dangerous.
"These proposed bans threaten women's health, which is why the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the nation's leading medical experts on women's health, has come out in strong opposition to 20-week bans," Busby said.
Similar measures have been enacted in Nebraska, Alabama, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Oklahoma, Georgia and Louisiana.
Seeks more regulations
Perry already has signed several bills into law that make it more difficult for women to gain access to abortion services, including a mandatory ultrasound law and a law aimed at excluding Planned Parenthood from the state's Women's Health Program.
Perry said he also hopes lawmakers will use the upcoming session to pass a law that regulates abortion clinics as if they were surgery clinics.
Abortion rights advocates contend such so-called TRAP laws - Targeted Regulation of Abortion Providers - burden first-trimester abortion clinics with costly building restrictions that are designed to shut down the clinics.
Texas would join Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Mississippi and Virginia if similar legislation passes.
"Again, the ideal world is a world without abortion," Perry said. "Until then, however, we will continue to pass laws to ensure abortions are as rare as possible under existing law."
Losing issue with some
Although the national Republican Party is undergoing a post-election period of reassessment of its position on issues that affect women and other groups, Rice University political scientist Mark Jones said that the governor has little to lose politically by maintaining a strong anti-abortion stand.
Jones pointed out that the key electorate for Perry to win in 2014 is the Republican primary voter.
With the Republican Party in general, however, it's a losing issue, Jones said.
"It's a position that repels younger voters in particular and many women, who otherwise would likely vote Republican," he said.
Perry promised that the Republican-dominated Texas Legislature, which convenes Jan. 8, would spend its entire 140-day session "protecting life."