text:
Used 2011 Audi S6 Sedan
Used 2011 Audi S6 Sedan for Sale
This 2011 Audi S6 Prestige is equipped with options such as Navigation Bluetooth Back-Up Camera Sensor Package Heated Seats/Rear Heated Seats Carbon Fiber Interior Package and much more!!! This car has passed a rigorous MULTI-POINT INSPECTION and reconditioning process before being offered for sale. You will be completely satisfied with its quality. We strive to give every vehicle a thorough inspection and can tell you with confidence that the structural integrity of this car exceeds the highest standards. With confidence we can assure the comfort gained from this car's unadulterated interior will be unmatched. Every major mechanical system has been inspected and found to be in good working order. This car and most every car we sell comes with a STANDARD WARRANTY that covers the drive train and more. We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase so we offer an optional extended warranty at a very affordable price. Just ask for the details. Want a new car? Have bad credit or no credit? Not a problem! We here at M and N offer GUARANTEED FINANCING on our inventory and will get you approved for this car. Let us make your car buying experience a little easier by getting you the lowest monthly payment possible. We believe in saving our customers money. That's why this car has been set below the BLUE BOOK value to help.WE OFFER GREAT MILITARY SPECIALS FOR OUR FELLOW MILITARY MEMBERS. FOR MORE INFO YOU MAY CONTACT US AT 703-798-0979 WWW.ARLINGTONAUTOGROUP.NET
Edmunds' Expert Review
Who wouldn't want a Lamborghini engine under the hood? Well, the 2011 Audi S6 may sound great at full throttle, but otherwise the S6 brings up the rear in the super-sedan segment.
vehicle overview
Stuffing a V10 into a midsize luxury sedan sounds like the sort of bonkers thing a billionaire does just because he can -- like plating his refrigerator in platinum or buying Guam. And yet, that is just what has been done with the 2011 Audi S6, as a V10 shared with the Lamborghini Gallardo sports car has been stuffed under the hood of an A6 sedan. Sounds amazing in a nutty sort of way, but unfortunately, the 2011 Audi S6 just doesn't live up to the hype. It's just not quite nutty enough.
For starters, the S6's 5.2-liter V10 might be shared with the Lamborghini Gallardo, but like removing the horns from a bull, the S6 version has 127 fewer horses. It's also down by 100 horsepower compared to the Audi R8's V10. More importantly, though, the 435-hp V10 in the S6 is 75 hp down on the Jaguar XFR and 83 hp down on the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG. The result is a sedan that gets thumped by its competition and one that barely manages to eke out a drag-race victory over its sibling, the supercharged Audi A6 3.0T.
The issue isn't wholly a lack of power; it's the abundance of weight. With 59 percent of this car's weight hanging over the front wheels, even the S6's all-wheel-drive system with its rear-biased torque split can't save the S6 from speed-scrubbing understeer in the corners. In other words, the sort of high-speed, tire-smoking hijinks that you can enjoy in other super sedans won't be had with an S6. Nor is there any payoff in terms of ride quality, because the S6's standard 19-inch wheels and sport suspension produce a bone-jarring ride.
We will point out that all this is tempered by the fact that the S6 is still powerful, stylish and indulgently luxurious. It is also about $10,000 cheaper than its fellow German super sedans and $3,000 less than the 2011 Jaguar XFR. But Audi's value proposition starts to fall apart when you consider that the 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is priced about $20,000 less.
trim levels & features
The 2011 Audi S6 is a high-performance midsize sedan available in a lone trim level known as Prestige.
Standard equipment includes 19-inch cast-aluminum wheels, performance tires, automatic and adaptive xenon headlights, LED running lights, a rearview camera, rear parking sensors, a sunroof, keyless ignition/entry, automatic wipers, auto-dimming and power-folding exterior mirrors, eight-way power front sport seats with driver memory functions and adjustable lumbar, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery and heated front and rear seats.
Also standard are Bluetooth, a voice-activated navigation system with real-time traffic, Audi's Multi Media Interface (MMI) and a 13-speaker Bose surround-sound system with six-disc CD changer, satellite radio and an iPod interface. Options include 18-inch wheels (no cost), non-sport seats (no cost), rear side airbags and a blind-spot warning system.
performance & mpg
The 2011 Audi S6 features a 5.2-liter V10 good for 435 hp and 398 pound-feet of torque. Quattro all-wheel drive is standard along with a six-speed automatic that features manual shift control. In Edmunds track testing, the S6 ran from zero to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds -- barely quicker than the A6 3.0T and woefully slower than the Cadillac CTS-V, Jaguar XFR and Mercedes E63. EPA-estimated fuel economy for 2011 is 14 mpg city/21 mpg highway and 16 mpg combined.
Standard safety equipment on the Audi S6 includes antilock disc brakes, stability control, all-wheel drive, front-seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags. Rear side airbags and a blind-spot warning system are options.
In crash tests by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the Audi A6 (on which the S6 is based) scored the highest possible rating of "Good" in both frontal-offset and side-impact tests, but a second-best rating of "Average" in the roof strength test.
In Edmunds brake testing, the 2011 Audi S6 came to a stop in a fade-free 110 feet -- a good result for this type of car.
The 2011 Audi S6 handles well for a nose-heavy 4,500-pound AWD sedan, but it simply can't keep up with the quicker and better balanced competition around corners. It's just not as fun to drive and there's no payoff in terms of ride comfort, either -- the S6's suspension is sports-car stiff.
As good as the V10 sounds, it doesn't produce the thrust needed for the S6 to be competitive in this rarefied high-performance segment, and the six-speed automatic isn't as responsive as the dual-clutch automated manual gearbox found in the Audi S4.
Trimmed in leather and aluminum with birch wood accents, the S6's cabin carries on the Audi tradition of finely wrought interiors. The amply bolstered front sport seats provide good support during aggressive driving, though if you dislike that hugged feeling, the A6's normal seats are a no-cost option. Interior room is spacious, with plenty of room for four passengers to travel in long-distance comfort. The trunk offers 16 cubic feet of space, which is pretty good for this size of car.
The S6 comes with Audi's latest MMI, which controls entertainment, communication and optional navigation functions via the dash-mounted LCD screen and center console-mounted controls (a knob and buttons). Though there is still a bit of a learning curve involved in using it, MMI has been dramatically improved in recent years, especially in regards to navigation functionality.
Get more for
your trade-in
- Edmunds shoppers save money with a valuation on their trade-in
- Receive offers from our dealer partners fast
Features & Specs
|Prestige quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (5.2L 10cyl 6A)
|6-speed shiftable automatic
|435 hp @ 6800 rpm
Top Consumer Reviews
Read what other owners think about the 2011 Audi S6
Used 2011 Audi S6 Sedan Overview
The Used 2011 Audi S6 Sedan is offered in the following styles: , and Prestige quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (5.2L 10cyl 6A).
What's a good price on a Used 2011 Audi S6 Sedan?
Price comparisons for Used 2011 Audi S6 Sedan trim styles:
- The Used 2011 Audi S6 Sedan Prestige quattro is priced between $17,711 and $17,711 with odometer readings between 115722 and 115722 miles.
Shop with Edmunds for perks and special offers on used cars, trucks, and SUVs near Ashburn, VA. Doing so could save you hundreds or thousands of dollars. Edmunds also provides consumer-driven dealership sales and service reviews to help you make informed decisions about what cars to buy and where to buy them.
Which used 2011 Audi S6 Sedans are available in my area?
Used 2011 Audi S6 Sedan Listings and Inventory
There are currently 1 used and CPO 2011 Audi S6 Sedans listed for sale in your area, with list prices as low as $17,711 and mileage as low as 115722 miles. Simply research the type of used car you're interested in and then select a prew-owned vehicle from our massive database to find cheap used cars for sale near you. Once you have identified a used or CPO vehicle you're interested in, check the Carfax and Autocheck vehicle history reports, read dealer reviews, and find out what other owners paid for the Used 2011 Audi S6 Sedan. Then select Edmunds special offers, perks, deals, and incentives to contact the dealer of your choice and save up to $300 on a used or CPO 2011 Audi S6 Sedan available from a dealership near you.
Shop Edmunds' car, SUV, and truck listings of over 6 million vehicles to find a cheap used, or certified pre-owned (CPO) 2011 Audi S6 Sedan for sale near you.
related vehicle information
Audi S6 by City
- Audi S6s for Sale in Raleigh, NC
- Audi S6s for Sale in Louisville, KY
- Audi S6s for Sale in San Antonio, TX
- Audi S6s for Sale in Baltimore, MD
- Audi S6s for Sale in Las Vegas, NV
- Audi S6s for Sale in Washington, DC
- Audi S6s for Sale in Mesa, AZ
- Audi S6s for Sale in San Diego, CA
- Audi S6s for Sale in Sacramento, CA
- Audi S6s for Sale in Austin, TX
- Audi S6s for Sale in Kansas City, MO
- Audi S6s for Sale in Houston, TX
- Audi S6s for Sale in Tulsa, OK
- Audi S6s for Sale in Colorado Springs, CO
- Audi S6s for Sale in Phoenix, AZ
- Audi S6s for Sale in Dallas, TX


text:
I played a private party last night. I played there last year too. It is one of my favorite gigs..... people sit and have fun eating, talking, swimming, watching the fire and fireworks and I have a lot of fun, singing for them.
This year I invited Betsi and Mike to play with me, and it worked beautifully! We had people dancing, some who paid us a lot of attention, and like always, we had the folks that just had a good time around us..... we like it all.
We also had a guest, Tommy, who really added to the sound, and he sure seemed to have a great time!!!
What a FUN night.....
"It's like a warning to me...... Stay still, Shakey, and you'll turn to rust and dust....... So I keep on moving" -Neil Young
Hi! I am Marilyn, a singer/songwriter in Hudson, NY. You have landed on my personal website/ blog/ calendar, and you will find here all kinds of things about my musical life. Look around! My blog is below, but over in the right column under 'Pages', you can see links to videos, show schedules, song lists and the other musical projects I am working on. I really hope you will consider getting to a show or even have me (and my friends) come and entertain you at your party or event. People enjoy having us play for them!
When the music calls, I *will* be there....
Thanks to WGXC and Tom Roe, I have this complete version of my song, Something We Can Do.
Enjoy it.
But even more.... talk to each other in love, forget hate.
Monday, September 2, 2013
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)

subset: commoncrawl


text:
A Lake Village Ark Police Officer Wrzesinski stopped at a Lemon Aid Stand on Lake Front Drive in Lake Village Ark.
Even the "Little Livingstons" have an entrepreneurial spirit and desire to provide a service. Thankful for our police making certain these little folks are safe.
Music to my ears … I luv me some Shipley's Donuts!!!!!!!


text:
$865—$1,455 1—3 bed 7 Park Lane East, Albany NY, 12204
from $865 1—3 bed
7 Park Lane East, Albany, 12204
Commute to Downtown Albany
The rent at Park Hill & Park Lane Apartments ranges from $865 for a one bedroom to a $1,455 three bedroom. Apartments in this building are about 3% less expensive than the Albany average.
This apartment is in Albany. The closest park is Hackett Park.
Park Hill & Park Lane Apartments has a Walk Score of 53 out of 100. This location is Somewhat Walkable so some errands can be accomplished on foot.
These lovely apartments include Eat in Kitchens with Modern Appliances Including Dishwashers. Plush Wall to wall carpeting. Private Patio or Balcony. Over Sized Walk in closets. Laundry Facilities in Every Building. Two Large Pools. Four Tennis Courts. Plenty of Parking Optional Garages. Extra Storage for EVERY Home. Fitness Center. Close to Public Transportation.
Pets allowed: No
Albany, New York, 12204
Some errands can be accomplished on foot.
A few nearby public transportation options.
About your score
Explore how far you can travel by car, bus, bike and foot from Park Hill & Park Lane Apartments.
Park Hill & Park Lane Apartments has some transit which means a few nearby public transportation options.
Bus lines:
22 Albany - Troy via Watervliet
0.2 mi
182 Troy - Albany via Cohoes and Latham
0.4 mi
125 Clinton - Sand Creek
0.5 mi
138 Allen St. - Livingston Ave.
0.5 mi
801 Albany Shuttle
0.5 mi
View all Albany apartments on a map.
Popular apartment searches include hardwood floor, fitness and pool.
Search for homes in Albany or find a Albany real estate agent who knows walkable neighborhoods. Links will open on our partner site Redfin.com.
Park Hill & Park Lane Apartments is in the city of Albany, NY. Albany has an average Walk Score of 65 and has 97,856 residents.Learn More About Albany


text:
Learn about the cultural practices brought here by the region's 17th century Dutch settlers that had a lasting impact on American life. "The Forgotten Holidays" is a free program that takes place at 7:30 p.m. Thursday (Sept. 25), presented by the Hurley Heritage Society at the Hurley Reformed Church, 17 Main St., Hurley.
Peter G. Rose is a Hudson Valley resident and native of the Netherlands who has written and lectured extensively about the Hudson Valley's Dutch heritage. A noted food historian,
she won the Alice P. Kenney Award for research and writing on the food customs and diet of the Dutch settlers in New Netherland in 2002.
During her talk in Hurley, Rose will discuss not only the recent-day celebration of Christmas, but also the festivities surrounding New Year's, Pinkster and other celebratory events such as the birth of a child. She'll also show slides illustrating the various festive occasions.
Refreshments will be served. For more information and directions, please call 845-338-1661.
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Hudson Valley Dutch heritage
No comments:
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)


text: Back to search results Warehouse- Cincinnati New Location Hamilton, Ohio Job type Direct Hire Salary $14.00/Hour Category Warehouse - Warehouse Want to start a great new career with an awesome company? We've got just the job for you. We're hiring for Warehouse Associates in Cincinnati, OH for a direct hire opportunity on the amazing team at our client. This client has 29 years of designing and supplying surfaces for various clients in the Midwest. If you enjoy working in a team environment and are looking for a company that values you, you're a perfect fit. Warehouse responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Maintaining a clean and organized warehouse at all times Loading and unloading trucks that arrive or need to be shipped out Measuring slabs accurately when receiving transfers and shipping out materials Assisting walk-in customers with their slab selections Provide support for the front office as needed Signing and following proper procedure regarding incoming and outgoing paperwork Customer services responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Answer phones in absence of front desk representative Aid with all delivery/ transfer paperwork Provide any needed support for inside/ outside sales team. Follow up with customers and other miscellaneous duties as needed. As part of the company's benefit package you will be eligible for the following after your 90 day probationary period: Health benefits: Company pays 50% of health insurance plan Vision: Supplemental insurance Dental: Supplemental insurance Short Term/ Long Term Disability: Supplemental insurance 4 personal or sick days 1 week vacation after full year of employment (Then it goes up from there after 3yrs, 5 yrs, 10yrs.) Direct Deposit on the 1st and 15th of each month. Shoe Allowance: Reimburse up to $100 Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:30AM-5:00PM *As part of your position you will also be required to work Saturday from 9:00am till 3:00pm and Wednesday nights till 7:00pm on rotation per the Locations Manager's schedule as part of our standard customer service routine. *Training: Must be willing to travel to Solon, OH for 1 week of training. All expenses including travel time, milege, hotel, and breakfast are paid for by the company. So now that you know about the job, the ball's in your court. Apply online now, pick up the phone and call 216.464.2342. We can't wait to hear from you! More Information Share


text:
Am I someone who "does the right thing?"
I may think I'm a person who does the right thing if I don't cheat on my taxes, am never mean to my friends and try to help them, and try to spend some time donating or volunteering for a good cause.
To be morally good (or good at anything really) this is a very low standard. Example:
Say you come across a panhandler on the street. Do you:
- Give them money and walk on, your conscience relieved?
- Ignore them, knowing that giving them money would not be solving the problem and might even encourage any problems they have (substance abuse, etc.)?
The intellectual moralists are going to say, well of course, option 2; the gut moralists (for lack of a better term) are going to go for option 1. Since we know that option 1 is incorrect (assuming it's ineffective), we might say, OK, we're done, door 2 was the better door.
But have you really done the right thing to see someone in need and ignore them? Another example:
You're a teacher in a failing school. While you did pretty well in teacher's college, and have come up with good lesson plans, your students are rowdy, unresponsive, and aren't learning. Do you:
- Keep on teaching, hoping that maybe one or two people pick up the material?
- Give up, realizing that your effort will not help the students?
It's pretty obvious that option 1 is, frankly, a waste of resources (in this case, your resources); you can continue on in the noble delusion that you're a soldier in a lost cause, but once again, you're satisfying your gut morality while failing to do anything to answer your brain and common sense.
It's pretty obvious that option 2 is useless.
Hopefully the armchair quarterbacks in you are reading this and shouting at me, "Option 3, Option 3!" because it's clear that if people distill their values down to a set of binary choices, and give up on the responsibility to seek out better answers, then they are being morally irresponsible.
I do it, though.
I spend a lot of my time thinking about how option 2 is inadequate, but frankly: I often ignore that feeling. I–maybe we all–need to set the bar higher for myself. I need to engage myself to find the best answers I can, using my resources.
So that's part one: Being binary does not equal doing the right thing.
- When two people disagree on politics (liberals vs. conservatives), is it possible that they are engaging in binarism?


text:
Shoes burn down the Amazon!
I just took part in this campaign:
Top name brands implicated in Amazon destruction
New Greenpeace report shows how the cattle industry in Brazil is feeding demand for raw resources and "Slaughtering the Amazon"
The Greenpeace report "Slaughtering the Amazon" is the product of a three-year investigation into Brazil's cattle industry, the country's chief source of CO2 emissions and the largest single driver of deforestation anywhere in the world. Our investigation exposed the Brazilian government's complicity in bankrolling deforestation in the Amazon, as well as several top name shoe brands – such as Adidas, Nike, Reebok, and Timberland – whose demand for leather may be supporting cattle ranchers that are illegally slaughtering the Amazon.
Labels: Amazon, cyber action, deforestation, leather, politica ambiental, rain forest, shoes


text:
Lhasa Travel Guide
Lhasa is the capital of Tibet Autonomous Regions in China. In local language, Lhasa means 'The Land of the Gods'. This is the home to Dalai Lama and some important Tibetan Buddhist centers such as Potala and Norbulingka Palaces. The population of this city is around 255,000 people, which makes it the second most populous city in Tibet. At the altitude of 3,650 meters, Lhasa is one of the highest cities in the world. Today, Lhasa is an attractive destination for a spiritual and soul retreat tour. With a long history, unique architecture, spectacular sceneries and distinctive culture, Lhasa will be an unforgettable memory in your China trip.
|What to do in Lhasa?
- Jokhang Temple
Tibet is a famous Buddhist center in China. The best thing you can do in Lhasa is discovering solemn historic and religious relics and its unique culture.
- Jokhang Temple: Recognized as a UNESCO Heritage site in 2000, Jokhang Temple is now a spiritual center of Tibet. This sacred temple was started building in 652AD during Tang Dynasty.
- Potala Palace: Built at an altitude of 3,700 meters, the magnificent architecture is the highest old palace in the world. This palace was originally built by King Songtsem Gampo and restored in 1645 by the 5th Dalai Lama.
- Barkhor Street: Located in the center of ancient Lhasa city, Barkhor Street is a famous pilgrimage route circling Jokhang Temple. It is the place for you to understand Tibetan culture, religion and how people value Buddhism.
- Norbulingka: Norbulingka means 'Jeweled Garden' in English and is the largest man-made garden in Tibetan region with an area of 360,000 square meters. It was constructed in the 1740s by the 7th Dalai Lama.
- Sera Monastery: 5 kilometers from Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery is one of three main monasteries in Lhasa besides Drepung Monastery and Ganden Monastery. The highlight in Sera Monastery is watching the monks' debating sessions every day at 3 pm (except Sunday).
|Best time to travel to Lhasa
As a high-altitude city, the weather in Lhasa is severe with chilly weather. The average temperate is 9 degrees Celsius. With strong ultraviolet radiation, there is a risk of getting sunburn in Lhasa during the daytime. The temperature will drop significantly at night, even in summers. The best time to travel to this city is from April to October when the weather is less severe.
|Lhasa Travel Tips
- It will take around 10 days to get Tibet Entry Permit from the government, so plan your trip in advance for at least 20 days.
- The discrepancy of weather between day and night in Lhasa is significant. Prepare warm clothing along with sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats to prevent you from sunburn.
- Altitude sickness is caused by a lack of oxygen in a high-altitude region. So drink a lot of water and wear warm clothes in your Lhasa trip.
- Dress conservatively, avoid short-sleeved and sleeveless shirts whenever entering a religious site. Respect local customs, don't take photographs or smoke inside a temple.
- It is not advisable to discuss political and religious topics in Lhasa. You don't want to get any trouble on your trip.


text:
The EtsyNJ street team would like to wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a happy, healthy and crafty new year!
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Merry Christmas from EtsyNJ!
at 1:00 AM
No comments:
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)
Blog of the EtsyNJ Street Team! EtsyNJ is a group of crafters from the wonderful state of New Jersey that have banded together in an effort to promote each other's work.


text:
—John Steinbeck, Travels with Charley
One of my favorite memories is the night I had to keep watch over the Puyallup Jaycee firework stand. I was not allowed to sleep. Therefore, my plan was to sit in a lawnchair, outside the stand, and read John Steinbeck's Travels with Charley. I did that despite the cold, damp night and the constant parade of cars that pulled up before the nearby Goodwill trailer either to dump off items or surreptitiously steal them again. I had the good fortune of observing the best and worst of America with my own eyes and through the eyes of John Steinbeck and his poodle Charley.
I recently read three articles that reminded me of Steinbeck's tribute to America and its roads. They are
- "Flâneur at 55 MPH" by Joan Ockman in the Summer 2006 issue of Arcade.
- "Capitalist Roaders" by Ted Conover, with photographs by Nick Waplington, in the July 02, 2006 issue of The New York Times Magazine.
- "Perpetual Motion: Volume One" by Robert Sullivan, with photographs by Matthew Monteith, in the September 2006 issue of Dwell. This is part one of four.
The article by Ted Conover, "Capitalist Roaders," captures some of the excitement of a culture that is just beginning to really discover individual ownership of automobiles. There is a new middle class emerging in China that is changing the way that China views itself. Subsequently, freeways and highways are being built across China to ensure the growth of car ownership and ease, for some, of moving about the country. Conover traveled with members of the Beijing Target Auto Club as they drove a circuitous route from Beijing to Hubei Province and back, with stops at the recently completed Three Gorges Dam on the Yangtze River and Shennongjia, an UNESCO biosphere reserve. Most of their journey, however, is spent in their cars, on the roads, oftentimes for twelve or more hours each day.
Conover captures some of the thrill and excitement of a burgeoning car culture, while pondering what that culture will look like in the near future. China will soon have the most miles of roads for a single nation, second only to the United States, and then will quickly surpass even that number. China's need for petroleum to fuel the cars, as well as for the asphalt, will speed up the depletion of global oil resources, and has already dramatically increased air pollution. There is also the question of how the world's largest communist country will embrace the capitalism that underlies the car culture. McDonald's is already in partnership with China's state-run petroleum giant Sinopec. The plan is to build filling stations that include drive-thru McDonald's restaurants along major highways and freeways. Will China's road system soon resemble that of the United States?
The question of what the United States road system looks like, and how it influences other aspects of our culture and our lives is examined in the article by Robert Sullivan. In the first of four examinations, he looks at the automobile infrastructure of New England. As he states in his opening paragraph: "The roads—and the routes and the paths, the trails and the rights-of-way—take us away and they bring us home. They make us who we are and they make the places where we live."
These two sentences are at the heart of what Ted Conover is expressing about China's new car culture and its auto clubs; are what Robert Sullivan's explorations are based upon; are what John Steinbeck was attempting to discover in his travels with Charley; and are the flavor of Joan Ockman's beautiful prose poem about wandering about in her car.
What intrigues me, in addition to the consistent flavor that runs through all three of the articles and Steinbeck's book, is Sullivan's conversations with people whose professions are to think about driving and its effects upon us. He talks with both Dolores Hayden, a professor of architecture and author of the book A Field Guide to Sprawl, and with Andy Wiley-Schwartz, vice-president for transportation of Project for Public Places. Their conversations with Sullivan help to really solidify his argument that roads "make us who we are and they make the places where we live."
While reading the Sullivan article, the myriad of images already in my mind from Ockman's piece, the Conover article, and Steinbeck's book, as well as the photographs that accompany the Sullivan article, collided with one another to create some huge "accident" or "traffic jam" in my mind. My thoughts kept slowing down like traffic in New York City or Beijing or Seattle, which was not necessarily a bad thing, since it allowed for more intense focus and reflection upon what car culture means for me, and for you. One of Matthew Monteith's photographs is of the side of a McDonald's restaurant with the prevalent image of a Big Mac and the words "Super Size It!" The caption below the photograph reads "McDonald's, I-95, Connecticut." But, it could easily read "McDonald's drive-thru at Sinopec gasoline station, Chinese Freeway, Hubei Province."
What will our cars make us? What will they make the places where we live? Will they help us to rediscover who we are? As Steinbeck laments before he sets off on his journey across the United States: "I had not heard the speech of America, smelled the grass and trees and sewage, seen its hills and water, its color and quality of light. I knew the changes only from books and newspapers." Steinbeck did get out of his car, though, in order to hear and smell and see; I have just been reading books, magazines, and newspapers. Perhaps I need to go for a drive.
I also find it interesting that Robert Sullivan's article in Dwell is sponsored and underwritten by Saturn. Why is a car company supporting an article on how cars affect our lives? As the Dwell introduction to the article proclaims: "With the generous support of Saturn, who shares our mobile fascination..."
So, I figured that this post should also be sponsored by a car, although without the knowledge of the car's maker. If Dwell undergirds its article with a relationship to a particular brand of automobile, then surely I can express my own bias toward the Smart car, which is coming soon to the United States. See what Europeans have been enjoying for the past few years at www.smartusa.com.
Economical. Environmentally friendly. Safe. SMART.


text:
I am as critical as the next person of Rhode Island's lone daily newspaper. Sometimes they publish seriously excellent essays, articles, opinion pieces, et al.
This "Love Story" brought me great joy. I think I've met Pam Brightman or spoken to her in some professional capacity (I've been in RI since 1982, after all)...but no matter...
In a world with so much killing, torture, unkindness, we cannot read too many love stories. It is embarrassing that RI does not allow all its citizens to marry or to divorce. We're working on this!
Monday, January 12, 2009
Thank You, Connie Grosch And Providence Journal
Labels: family, friendship, gratitude, invitations, justice, local government, local media, Love, Tribute., Wisdom
No comments:
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)


text:
Item Languages:
|Content description
|Contents (from the back of the box):
NB! [Nota Bene!] Båndet er BASF [The tape is BASF] 1⅞ ips
Patrick Midtlyng transferred the tape to a new box on 18 August 2010 and writes, "Note: No other information beyond researcher and year found on the original box."
|Object Type
|1/4 inch audio tape
|Gangale, Giuseppe T. (researcher); Unnamed native speakers (male and female) (consultant)
|This is the copy sent from Copenhagen. The date of production is guesswork. The code "68-23" may mean "the twenty-third tape in the 1968 series".
|Discourse Type
|Interactive Discourse
|Linguistic Data Type
|Field Recording
|Creation Date
|c. 1970


text:
Pope Francis shined a light on autism last week when he met with families and health professionals at the first-ever Pontifical conference on autism, called "The Person with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Animating Hope. His actions brought the plight of those with autism to a global stage, starting conversations both online and off.
In a blog post by Dilshad Ali on the website Patheos, the writer, who is Muslim and raising a son with autism, thanks the Pope for his efforts:
In perusing photos and reading more about the meeting, I felt a strange sort of uplifting, better articulated by one of the parents who, along with her child, met the Pope:
"After offering a prayer, Francis greeting the young children and teens with autism and their families, kissing the children and cupping their faces in his hands as he circulated the auditorium at the Vatican. Some appeared to avoid the pope's eyes, while one teen whom the pope had greeted followed the pontiff and gave him another hug from behind.
Families of children affected with autism were touched by the pope's words.
'It was an explosion of emotions,' said Maria Cristina Fiordi, a mother of a child with autism. 'For us, we are parents of a child affected with autism, this meeting was very important. It was as an outstretched hand through a problem that is very often not considered in the right way.'"
It matters. It just does. To be acknowledged, to be heard and seen, to have our hopes, dreams, fears, troubles and joys talked about. It all matters.
Read Ali's full blog post here.
Autism Speaks co-founders Bob and Suzanne Wright spoke at the conference focusing on volunteerism. They also attended Pope Francis' mass for families affected by autism.
Watch: Pope Francis Holds Mass for Families Affected by Autism
Click here to read Pope Francis' translated remarks on autism.
Watch: Mr. and Mrs. Wright speak on a panel at the Vatican.
To learn more about how Autism Speaks is spreading awareness about autism, visit our Light it Up Blue website.


text:
Different cultures have similarities alongside their deep differences. When two people meet, after greeting, they normally ask what the news is. This is common in the old country. Here though they might not even say Hi and they go "What's up?" It's fine. People are different. I somehow have changed it to a punch line now which goes: What's the situation? The people whom already are asked this question know what to answer. The ones who are asked for the first time usually come back with the question of their own: What situation? And I reply: The general situation. Some start on the actual situation and some, usually the ones who are born here or have been living here since their childhood, give a short version answer. Either one is fine by me because I know what to expect next time I ask the same.
A few days ago I bumped to this guy and after a few words was exchanged he said: The situation is very bad (!) one of my friends got chopped off last week too. It means it will be soon going to be expected as a phrase in the society. How long will it take to have it as a normal greeting line? I would say a very long time particularly because it Is not used when the economy is its normal, flowing situation. Rather than that speakers of English as a native language do not accept a phrase similar to this as a correct one grammatically. They consider that a terms coming out of a poor immigrant who is trying to learn the language and still is struggling! They simply ignore that.
Nevertheless the term situation is frequently used in military. Expressions such as "What is your situation in there?" have been heard. This refers to the number of wounded and KIA as well as the way the position is in regards to the enemies. So this is an accepted and correct term but it is not used in daily conversation. So are many other terms and expressions. Every business has its own specific terms and language which is not used in other fields. For example a Sizer is a machine which turns small objects (mainly rocks) to fine particles. The word Sizer in any other filed means nothing. MS Word considers is a misspelling when it is typed. Examples are plenty. 'nough said.


text:
The state's unemployment rate also rose to a record-high 8.6 percent in January — the highest rate recorded in Georgia since 1976, when the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics began standardizing unemployment rates among all states.
The previous record high was 8.3 percent, recorded in January of 1983. At present, 412,770 unemployed Georgians are looking for work, an increase of 62.9 percent over the year. Of that number, 183,829, or 44.5 percent, are receiving unemployment insurance benefits.
"We are officially sailing in uncharted economic waters," said State Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond, a possible 2010 candidate for Lt. Governor or governor in a news release posted on the Georgia Department of Labor's website. "Georgia is in the midst of a severe economic downturn. Times are difficult, but not hopeless. All Georgians must work together to meet and overcome these unprecedented chal- lenges."
The jobless rate is up 3.4 percentage points from 5.2 percent at this same time last year. The January unemployment rate was up 1.1 percentage points from 7.5 percent in December. Georgia's unemployment rate remained above the national rate of 7.6 percent for the 15th consecutive month.


text:
I seldom go to movie houses. Aside from having not much time to indulge in such outings, I prefer waiting for the released VCD/DVD versions so I can watch in the comfort of my home ... it's inexpensive, no exorbitant fees to pay, with an endless supply of popcorn and drinks. That's what I like!
Yesterday, as I was traveling on a bus on the way to Manila, the movie that was playing on-board was Ice Age. I love kiddie movies and haven't had a chance to watch this one yet. So there I was, sitting contentedly (though wishing for some popcorn to munch on), watching the story unfold and whiling away the time otherwise spent in boredom during other two-hour rides without a TV to grab my attention.
Shucks I had to brush away a tear (I'm such a ninny for happy endings!) during the part where the baby had to say goodbye to his animal friends. So touching, so heart-breaking.
On the way back, I happened to ride on another bus with a TV. So I was able to watch Van Helsing for the first time too! Hmmm, the special effects were impressive. I don't normally watch films like those but what choice do I have on a moving bus with nowhere else to go but sit? So I tried enjoying the movie. And surprisingly, I did!
Hmmm, It's just now that I realize how much those TV sets inside buses entertain passengers during long trips. And I must admit that whoever thought of that in the first place, was a genius.


text:
|Customs Article
This article describes a custom creation, custom theme, or other fan material, made by a Brickipedia contributor. It has never been, is not, and will not be officially released.
Dead Planet Hideout is a set released for the Time Adventures theme it has 300 pieces and it includes Mike Galaxy,Kyle Jason,Trevor Johnson and Two Zombie.
Background Edit
The set includes Trevor's Hideout.


text:
From all the summer weddings this year. By far this was one my favorites. The main reason is because the beautiful transformation of Chelsea Clinton. We all remember her in the 90s as being the biggest fashionista. Well I have to say her wedding to Mark must have brought the class and elegance out of her. I wished there were more photos available to see the details of the actual reception, but I am pretty excited about her ceremony photos that came available.
I practically had tears in my eyes when I saw this photo of her and former President Clinton walking his little girl down the aisle. It never fails for me to cry at this part of the wedding
and the Father daughter dance.
This is also when I fell in love with her GORGEOUS Vera Wang gown.
It was just breathtaking! Fitting her body so well!
I love the elegant flow of the strapless silk organza dress.
Not gawdy at all!! Done with a touch of class.
I love the elegant flow of the strapless silk organza dress.
Not gawdy at all!! Done with a touch of class.
They look so happy....especially Chelsea! Such a great and genuine shot!
You notice simple jewelry on Chelsea! I love that. Just earrings and a bracelet....PERFECTION!
The bride just shined herself with out that extra bling. I really believe that going bare on a strapless dress is ideal and classic!
I love the detail in the embellished belt. Gorgeous! Just that little extra sparkle.www.people.com


text:
Do you have trouble moving forward? Are you stuck?
We need to release the past and move on. Now I'm not saying forget or stop thinking about your past, but letting go of the bad emotions, suffering and judgment that are attached to those experiences. Do not feel guilty about moving on from those damaging thoughts.
Do not live in the past, live in the present.
Your past is not WHO you are, but has helped shape WHAT you are.


text:
The Bautista Family were visiting from California. Nemy found my website through Facebook. He contacted me to be their photographer in Maui. After he booked the session we picked a beach in Makena for their photography. It was a nice evening. The beach was unusually crowded because it was Labor Day. I had another family session that morning at the Fairmont Kea Lani in Wailea. Then I got to enjoy the rest of the day with friends at the beach. :) It was a great day and I needed some nice RR. Ok, ok back to the session. ;) Nemy & his wife have a cute little girl that was in no mood for pictures. Good thing I brought my goodie bag full of surprises. With the help of that and my tripod, I managed to get some great shots of the family. It really is a special occasion when you can get a nice family portrait with everyone smiling and looking. I enjoyed the company of this sweet family. It was a pleasure meeting all of you! :)
(By the way if your not a fan already on Facebook- "Like" the page 'Maui Photography By Jen' )
Since your looking for a Maui Photographer, why not contact me today?
I would be happy to set up a session with you if I have availability. :) Talk to you soon!
January February March April (3) May (3) June (4) July (4) (5) August (5) (8) September (8) (5) October (5) (7) November (7) (5) December (5)
(7) January (7) (4) February (4) (3) March (3) April (1) May (1) (3) June (3) July August September October November December
January February March (1) April (1) May June July August September October November December
(1) January (1) (1) February (1) March April May June July August September October November December
January February March April May June July August (1) September (1) October (1) November (1) December
(1) January (1) (2) February (2) March April May June July August September October November December


text:
The last two weeks were rough, I won't lie.
Samuel's blood numbers would get a bit better, get a bit worse.
Wednesday of last week, things were "better"; we left the hospital feeling fine. We had a family meeting scheduled for Thursday morning with his doctor, his nurse, the social worker. We were looking forward to it because the last meeting with his previous doctor was informative. When we arrived, the NICU director told us she wanted to attend, then we found out another case manager wanted to attend as well. We balked, said no way. Maybe the additional people wanted to be there because they knew we had a consult with another hospital??? Who knows, but it was a good decision.
The meeting quickly degraded into a word vomit fest. Bad news, bad prognosis, nothing but bad. The doctor said they were providing Samuel with maximum support already, his outlook wasn't good, there wasn't much they could do. We argued, we fought, I cried. Right before the meeting, Samuel was on 80% oxygen, maximum dosage of dopamine for his blood pressure; his CRP had risen from the previous day, he was even more swollen. We asked the doctors to try, that if there was even a chance something might work, try it.
After the meeting…
His oxygen started coming down, they gave him hydrocortisone (a steroid) — his blood pressure started rising, his dopamine started dropping — he started peeing out excess fluid.
By Sunday evening…
His oxygen has been between 25 and 35 since Thursday night; his respiratory rate on the ventilator has now come down to 45; he's lost weight (for once this is a good thing b/c he needs to get rid of the excess fluid); he's completely off the dopamine; his CRP number is 1; everything is getting closer to being in the normal range; he's got gas patterns in his intestines again. His doctor is discussing starting to wean him from the ventilator, his feeds should resume tomorrow.
I'm cautiously happy. I'm hoping most of the sickness is behind him, that he's fought off whatever he had. He's been very sensitive recently to touch, desating whenever he's handled. Not in the last two days. He was even able to get a bath this morning, and for the first time he seemed to like it!
Sebastien is being his normal self. He's starting to be weaned from the CPAP. He's so incredibly strong. Yesterday during k-care, he actually lifted up his own head and turned it. Today he pulled out his feeding tube twice! The stinker. His nurse took several photos of him without all his equipment. My boys are going to be heart breakers!


text:
Imported - All items are shipped from the UK. All sizes on this site are US sizes.
Burgundy Longline Belted Puffer Coat
Add a touch of winter glamour with the gorgeous longline belted puffer coat with faux fur trim hood and in stunning burgundy, this is perfect for your winter wardrobe. Wear over any outfit this season for a cosy, cute and casual look. Also available in silver, white and black.


text:
Democratic candidate for Congress Archie Parnell picked up an endorsement Wednesday from one of the candidates he defeated in April.
Parnell faces Republican Ralph Norman, who won a runoff May 16, and three third-party candidates in the June 20 election for South Carolina's 5th Congressional District seat.
Alexis Frank of Rock Hill, a military veteran who garnered 22 percent of the vote April's Democratic primary, said Parnell can win.
"We can't allow Trump's agenda in this state," said Frank, who spoke at a news conference Wednesday at Parnell's Rock Hill headquarters. "We must stand together."
Parnell, of Sumter, said Frank's endorsement shows a "united single vision for change."
Polls and political experts have shown Norman, A Rock Hill developer and former legislator, with a double-digit lead in the district that was Democratic for decades until 2010. But Parnell said Wednesday polls show the gap has narrowed.
The seat became vacant when Mick Mulvaney left Congress to become President Donald Trump's budget director. The election is June. 20.
Andrew Dys: 803-329-4065, @AndrewDysHerald


text:
[fbshare type="button" float="left"]
[fblike style="standard" float="left" showfaces="false" width="150″ verb="like" font="arial"]
[google_plusone size="standard" float="left"]
At first glance Hotel Cedran looks very unassuming.
It's location is impressive just off one of the main traffic arteries of Granada: the Gran Via
Once you step inside, there is a small reception area. The receptionist was friendly and helpful.
The room was comfortable and clean.
Recently I suspect it has been redecorated so was clean, comfortable and quite minimalistic.
There's a small TV in the corner of the room if you're looking for some form of entertainment.
The key thing for me and my travelling mate : the awesome @theaussienomad was the Free Wifi-excellent signal and not one bother during our stay.
Plus it had a great, working AC unit. We were there in late June and it was baking inGranada-around 40C so this was great.
The bathroom is clean and equipped with good range of basic toiletries and clean towels.
Overall for a price of just 40 euros for a double via BudgetPlaces.com for the price, location this is a great budget hotel option in Granada.
Highly recommend.
Disclosure: My stay in Hotel Cedran was sponsored by BudgetPlaces.com
The views and opinions expressed by me here are entirely my own.
Hotel Cedran
C/ Cedrán 5


text:
Rubbing salt in the woundSaturday, November 27, 2004
Photo source: GDN
Why is it that some legal cases in Bahrain get a hearing and verdict within a few weeks, while others take several months or years? Why should maids who are the victims of rape and abuse be made to suffer more? Thanks to the Migrant Workers Group for highlighting this very serious problem. From Thursday's GDN:
Bahrain's court system came in for criticism yesterday after the case of a housemaid, who was attacked by her sponsor's wife, was adjourned until January 24. Anita Devi Verma has been waiting for more than a year for a court verdict, despite the fact that her ex-employer has admitted beating her.
Now, human rights workers are calling for a complete overhaul in the way the Bahrain legal system handles such cases.
They want cases to be fast-tracked to allow women like Mrs Verma, from India, to return home as soon as possible.
Under the present system they are forced to remain in Bahrain while the case continues, but are not allowed to work for anyone other than their sponsor in the meantime. Continued
"Anita's case is taking its course. There was a hearing yesterday," a spokesman for the Migrant Workers Group told the GDN.
"But the legal system is slow, not just in this case but in all cases of physical and sexual abuse.
"The case takes so long that more often than not the victim gets fed up and wants to go back home.
"They settle out of court or drop the charges altogether.
"In almost all of the alleged rape cases we have come across, the women have gone home."
Because women like Mrs Verma are unable to work, they have no source of income and are forced to rely on the generosity of the public.
As a result, MWG volunteers say Mrs Verma - who has a husband and three children in Rajasthan, India - has lost a plot of land given to her as a dowry by her father when she got married.
The land was mortgaged and because she was unable to make the payments on time, it is understood it has now been repossessed by the bank.
Meanwhile, her eldest child also had to drop out of school because the family couldn't pay his tuition fees, according to the MWG.
This has been compounded by two major accidents involving Mrs Verma's relatives in India over the past year.
Her nephew died and her mother was seriously injured after a cooking cylinder exploded in their house, while her mother-in-law is apparently unable to move after being injured when her ceiling collapsed.
However, Mrs Verma is not the only housemaid in Bahrain bringing abuse charges in the courts.
Two Bahrainis were arrested earlier this month for allegedly raping a Bangladeshi housemaid, but they are understood to have been released from police custody after a week, according the MWG.
Meanwhile, an Indonesian housemaid and mother-of-two claimed she was raped by the boss of her manpower agency back in August.
However, there appears to have been no progress in her case since she first met the Public Prosecution.
"There has not been a single hearing since," said the MWG spokesman.
"Or if there has we have not been notified about it."
Sometimes, abused expat workers don't even know they are supposed to go to court because the notification is sent to the address of their sponsor, said the spokesman.
Meanwhile, the MWG is campaigning for a shelter to look after victims of abuse and says talks are underway with the government to establish one - hopefully by early next year.
"We are not looking for more co-operation, but we are looking for a better system where such cases are handled on an urgent basis," said the MWG spokesman.
"The courts should reach a decision in a few weeks or months - rather than several months or a year.
"We would also appreciate it if we are notified if there is a hearing."
Yesterday's hearing into Mrs Verma's case, which dates back to October last year, was adjourned to allow her lawyer to make further submissions on her behalf.
She claims her sponsor's wife, also from India, beat her, poured scalding water over her, punched her in the face repeatedly and banged her head against a wall.
A medical report showed she suffered serious injuries to her head, black eyes, bruises all over her body and burns to her shoulders.
A bank account has been set up to receive donations for Mrs Verma at Standard Chartered Bank.
The account number is 18125745501 under the name Anita Verma.
Alternatively, contact MWG action committee co-ordinator Marietta Dias on 39452470.
The above news article was printed in the GDN on 25-Nov-04.


text:
|» Products
|» AO Smith Heat Pump
Product Code : 03
Brand Name : HERON INDIA PVT. LTD
Product Description
We are offering an innovative range of CAHP 3 HP water heater which absorbs environment heat and transfers it to the water. These water heater pumps are most suitable for light commercial as well as industrial application. This is complete environment-friendly which have multiple operational modes in order to maximize their efficiency and meet day by day increasing need of hot water. These offered CAHP 3 HP is equipped with the high capacity storage tank which covers the operating cost, provide higher efficiency and have long service life.
Trade Information
- Payment Terms
- Others, Cheque
- Delivery Time
- 10-15 Days
- Sample Available
- Yes
- Sample Policy
- Contact us for information regarding our sample policy
- Main Export Market(s)
- Africa, Middle East, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, South America, North America, Central America, Australia, Asia
- Main Domestic Market
- All India


text:
I'm trying to keep in the habit of writing here but I haven't had a lot to say lately. This is partly why I started posting love songs, just you know, to keep me checking in.
This is where you come in. Maybe you read this blog every day and you have questions and stuff for me. Great, leave me a comment and give me a topic to write about and I'll get them done up here for you.
Yes, I'm this lame.


text:
Been giddy since don't know when.
I wonder why I'm so so tired today.
What's good today is lovesloves my babes in school.
And I had a super good hair day!
Marketing lesson was fun - Better than Law i guess?
After lessons, we accompanied Vaalvaal to Plaza Sing, and I got a card for Mummy.
Its her birthday tomorrow!
Kel drove to Singapore Expo, and we went to Food fair.
Thanks Kathykatiekate who sponsored me $$ to buy stuff =D
Stupid Jeslene forgot to bring her wallet hahaha.
My prettiest babes <3
With Sharon!
On Kel's car, with Kathy's duckduck.
The duckies make sure I'm not lonely in the backseat as Kate & Kel lovingly conversation in front. HAHA.
I saw them kiss kiss at the food fair! *BLUSHES*
Christmas is coming.
Heng I'm not the real reindeer.
I think I will seh in the middle of nowhere, and leave santa to die somewhere cause of his useless reindeer.
And to prove my super good hairday.
I love my hair =D
I can't hide anymore.
From him I couldn't anyway.
I wonder would it still feel the same, its been 1 year since we left each other.
Tomorrow, shall be the answer.


text:
I've gotta admit, these days it takes me about 12 minutes to watch the Dancing with the Stars results show. I don't know, maybe I've got reality tv overload, but I'm finding it a bit hard to stomach bits like the audience reaction segment and the Jimmy Kimmell moments. If that makes me a bad blogger, so be it. I am who I am.
I released my finger from the fast forward button enough to watch Lisa Rinna give a totally adequate performance of "Roxie" from the musical Chicago. In terms of reality show-turned-Broadway stars, though, she ain't no Fantasia, I'll say that much.
And speaking of Ms. 'Tasia, Macy Gray showed up to remind us who the original squeaky voiced soulstress is, giving a strangely truncated rendition of her latest single. I love me some Macy, but this performance barely registered.
As for the elimination, it is neither a surprise nor is it disappointng to see Clyde go (I'm certainly glad it wasn't Heather who got the boot -- I've really been enjoying her performances). After Jerry Rice and Emmitt Smith, Clyde had big athletic shoes to fill, and he just didn't put in enough effort or have enough charisma to fit the bill. See ya later, Clyde.
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
Hit the Road Clyde - Dancing with the Stars Results
Posted by Idol Thoughts at 4/17/2007 11:15:00 PM
Labels: Clyde Drexler, Heather Millss, Lisa Rinna
No comments:
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)