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There are some very good examples of QR code use, but many of them seem to be used without enough consideration of factors such as location and optimising landing pages.
Here are some dodgy uses of QR codes, some bizarre, some in ridiculous locations, others just plain stupid...
On the underground
Yes, that great Tesco Korea QR campaign was in the subway, but they are forward-thinking enough to have wi-fi down there.
This is not the case in the UK, so this QR code on this British Library poster is a waste of time.
It may be that the same poster was produced for a campaign covering a variety of locations, not just on the Tube, but it does make brands look a bit stupid.
(Thanks to @SEOsherlock for the image)
Where phones cannot scan
This example (thanks to Webster Lewin) is too high up to reach without a crane.
Webster had to blow it up on his computer at home to scan it. Most people just wouldn't bother.
In-flight magazines
A bit tricky to scan and load up the intended landing page when you're 30,000 feet up in the air. Unless you take the magazine with you (and who does that?) it's useless...
According to Mobile Marketing Fail, this error was compounded by the fact that, when scanned on terra firma, the code led to a site not optimised for mobile.
On the side of buses
Inside a bus, when people have time to spare, is a good place to use QR codes. On the outside isn't.
Unless the bus is stuck in traffic, waiting for ages at the stop, or broken down, firing up a code reader and scanning it isn't going to be easy...
(Image credit: blech via Flickr)
On the back of footballer's heads
Footballers from Bromley Town had QR codes shaved into their heads for sponsors Betfair. Why?
OK, this may work in terms of publicity generated by reading about the campaign, but I can't see many people scanning these QR codes. I tried, but couldn't scan the code from the image.
On the roof of a building
This is obviously intended for Google Earth (or passing balloonists perhaps) but it seems to be a lot of effort for the slight chance that someone will scan it.
Perhaps, like the Betfair example, the aim is to generate publicity rather than scans.
According to brandchannel, the fees for this service start of $8,500. Perhaps I'm missing the point, but there must be more cost-effective ways to spend your marketing budget.
In CVs
We've had a few CVs with QR codes in them. I can see the thinking behind it, and there are probably some good examples, but if a potential employer is receiving high numbers of applications, then it just means more work for them.
For five seconds on a TV show
I spotted this on Simon Hopkinson's 'The Good Cook' show on BBC1 last year. I do think it's a convenient way to grab the recipe, but you have to give people time to fire up a code reader and scan it.
This probably takes at least 15-20 seconds, so showing it for just a few seconds won't work. It's fine if you can pause it, but not everyone can.
In emails
Without wanting to name names, we've seen QR codes used in email signatures. Why would you scan a QR code with your mobile when you're already online?
QR codes don't really belong in emails, unless you are promoting a mobile site or app download, as in this example from ASOS promoting its mobile site:
Without any explanation at all
QR codes are by no means mainstream, so educate people about them, and explain why they should take the time to scan it.
Tell them there's a great video to watch, useful information, a game to play, or a voucher code if they make the effort. Just plonking it on the ad isn't enough.
This was spotted in an estate agency window. No direction, no explanation and covering the only info about the house that matters!
Codes that lead to non-mobile sites
Possibly the worst mistake of all. You've persuaded the viewer of the ad to get their phone and scan the code, then you send them to a page that hasn't been optimised for mobile.
This ad from MI5 is a prime example of this. There's nothing wrong with the ad itself, but the landing page is terrible to view on a mobile screen...
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Some gems - made me smile, thanks Graham!
Nine times out of ten when I see a QR code, they'd have been better off just including the url. Or nothing at all - if people want to look up the British Museum they're perfectly capable of Googling it. A lot of foggy-brained marketing people seem to have leapt on the QR bandwagon without really understanding what it is.
Seriously loving the Bromley footballers example! Major fail, but pretty funny.
I recently had a much heated debate into this one, business cards. Should you include a QR code or not? I still can't decide?!
There is also a lot of malicious usage of qr codes popping up, directing users to spam sites or virus ridden sites
QR codes are in their infancy. Or rather, QR codes are the early stages of a world which doesn't need barcodes.
Take Google Goggles, the project to recognise real world items.
What it, and similar projects, will eventually offer is the ability to scan your logo to go to your site (or wherever you please).
Once mobile processors are up to speed, it will be able to track every item 'on screen' in real time. That means mapping transparent digital layers to the real world, because the screen can finally orientate itself to your surroundings.
Of course, this kind of future tech won't be available for a few years. When it is, it will more likely be through specialised glasses - hence the 'Goggle's part of Google's side project. It makes you wonder about the name iPod too - will it become a real eyepod?
For now, let's just enjoy laughing at the humiliating era of QR codes as it pans out before us.
The image on the roof of a building is an image overlay in Google Maps, which probably cost somewhere in the region of $0.00.
Brandchannel need to get their facts straight.
Great post, Graham!
Andrew Girdwood had a brilliant post a while back pointing out that many QR codes have been generated via bit.ly, so you can track the stats on them.
For example, you can see all of the (not very impressive) stats for one of the MI5 campaigns at https://bitly.com/kUgZOm+
The post is here: http://blog.arhg.net/2011/06/mi5-recruit-by-qr-code-and-bitly.html
(looks like you'll have to copy/paste that bitly link above, as the + on the end has been stripped from the clickable link)
great samples of wrong usage of qr-codes!
I think that QR Codes on both emails as given in the example above, as well as on business cards can be useful, but only when used in the right way.
I have a QR code on my website which when scanned by a phone adds all of my contact details to my phone as a vcard, and gives the user the option to save as contact. I find this highly useful when scanning a business card for example.
I've seen the BBC London TV news also flashing up QR codes (too briefly to scan) on-screen, and - as James Cridland points out - see http://james.cridland.net/blog/where-qr-codes-fit-with-radio/ - it doesn't even point to a mobile-optimised website.
@ Dan That's a great idea. Just 274 click, though maybe one is the next James Bond;)
I'm going to be checking a few QR / bit.ly stats now.
Education is the key to all of this and trying to educate MArketing people who think they know it all is like pushing water up hill.
And Tom whilst I like the idea of pointing the phone and having it direct me to something as you say that tech is a long way off so I would say "keep driving your car as hoverboards are not here yet".
@Will - trying to educate anyone who thinks they know everything is probably an uphill struggle. Being sniffy about 'marketing' people probably doesn't help you educate them in particular ;)
Really enjoyed your post!
For email signatures. A lot of people read email with a phone close.
My email signature QR says: Scan to add me to your phone contacts. Which it does.
Uberhandy up to me.
For links, I agree. why bother.
Great list Graham - hopefully plenty of marketing folk will read it and take heed.
I don't agree with all of your points though. With the British Library poster, why didn't you point out how the url is also a "waste of time"? Everyone is very quick to deride the use of QR Codes seen on underground posters, but no one seems to say the same for the url usually sitting near it! If I was viewing the poster, I know I would rather pull out my phone and snap a picture of the QR Code to scan later than write down a url (that I might get wrong).
Non-mobile sites is the number one turnoff for users. Don't do it!
Another very important point - give the scanner something. They've taken the trouble to scan your code so don't send them to an advert or a standard site, reward them for their trouble!
@ Steve O Yes, in that context, the URL is a waste of time. At least it makes the poster equally useless whether you have a code reader or not.
Just a small item of correction - the QR code on the cookery show was actually Simon Hopkinson's 'The Good Cook' - not Nigel Slater.
If mistakes with QR codes such as these become too prevalent, then they'll become tarnished as a techy fad that isn't fit for purpose.
I compared the ways 2 supermarkets tackle the QR Code marketing in a blog post earlier in the year
The biggest mistake people make is linking these to sites that just don't work well on mobile devices, completly missing the point.
I think you have really missed the point - some of these examples are PR stunts or adverts for QR scanning and are not intended to be working real world codes.
Plus, there is nothing wrong with using codes in digital media such as emails as you suggest. Yes, a simple URL may suffice, but once again if you are trying to educate people to scan then what is wrong with scanning from a webpage?
And what's wrong with a QR code on a building's roof? Just grab your helicopter and hover at a distance to make it just the right size to capture from your mobile. Isn't it obvious?! :-)
Great post for a bit of Friday humour!
I've used a QR code on my business card to push people to my contact page and have set it up so that it rewards them with a discount on their first project with me. See my blog post for more details: http://www.infojuice.co.uk/tips-for-making-qr-codes-more-useful
Fair enough, the site isn't optimised for mobile yet, but the contact form should be clear enough on a decent smartphone.
I have seen an online display ad (banner) with a QR code in it. Similar to the example with the email, why will you scan a QR code with your mobile when you are watching it on a computer / mobile anyway?
Nice article here and showing all the usual suspects.New QR Code Marketers really need to think first before implementing a qr code for the first time .
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QR codes in the Tube are not such a bad idea - you can always scan it and look it up later, the lack of immediate Web access does not make the scanning less useful, potentially: it is quicker than writing down a URL or even taking a picture of a URL on an interesting ad.
The problem is that often these codes are small and positioned on ads overhead in the train (makes you look a bit odd, holding the phone at arms' length, trying to stay still long enough to scan the thing...) or at the bottom of a poster in a corridor, where few people will stop to squat and scan...
@dan barker @Graham Charlton just looked at the stats on the MI5 QR code, it's up to 301 now, your post seems to have given it a boost :-)
QR codes are a fantastic idea in theory just not that great in practice, I would find it easier on my phone to just type straight into the google search bar on my phone than scan with Google goggles. I can see their value for individual products which may have long URLs but not just to a homepage
At last!
Been meaning to cover something along these lines. It does genuinely grind my gears when I see a QR code on the underground.
Some other fantastic examples above. Trouble is, it is deployment like this which may lead the QR Code to fail before it even has chance to become mainstream.
Be interesting to see if something else replaces this technology. Not sure if any smart phones currently have QR/Barcode scanners as a pre installed app.
Morning all,
I'm loving the reactions to QR codes in general across the industry. It's like marmite. I personally think QR codes can add value to marketing/communication campaigns, if planned intelligently. Same as any other call to action.
@dan - love the fact that now 60% of visits to the MI5 bit.ly are from Econsultancy. You might get a job offer soon:)
The market data shows that usage of QR codes is growing. As of Sept 2011, 11% of UK mobile audience had used a QR code. The global mobile audience is 6bn subscriptions, 59m in UK of which 16m access Internet via mobile device - so that's >1.6m in the UK. Importantly, only 2% of people who scanned a QR code said they wouldn't do it again (June 2011 research - sorry don't have source as my short term memory is rather poor!). September 2011 survey found that 70% people more likely to remember an advert with a QR code (via Econsultancy).
It's innovators and early adopters who drive adoption and increase market awareness. Some get in wrong, others jump on the bandwagon without thinking it through. They will potentially put people off but it doesn't mean there is no potential.
What's not wise is to make a decision without testing it for yourself. Of course there are some situations when using a QR code will achieve nothing but that is for the marketers to figure out and learn how best to use it.
I know a few B2B companies planning to use QR codes in the bid process to personalise uniform and dry tender documents to see if they can increase the interaction their audience has with their output and get better audience engagement. The whole point is they are looking at how a QR code can deliver benefits to both customers and the business. To that I say fair play and I'm glad that not everyone dwells on the negatives.
@James Gurd I think you are right in saying they can add value to a marketing campaign and I would say they could be more useful outside marketing. The problem has been people adopting them because they heard they were the next big marketing thing and so executed them poorly, making the public less likely to warm to QR codes. Out of the examples in the post I actually think the estate agent one could be really useful if only it had been implemented properly, i.e. it tells people in clear language what it is, and lets you go to the property page on the site (which would be optimised for mobile) and let you save/bookmark the property into a list of them to come back to later.
The thing with the numbers you mentioned, I would be wary of statistics like that, "11% of UK mobile audience had used 'a' QR code" so they may have only used one or two but searched for a brand name/product on their phone 15-20 times after seeing an advert which would bring the usage percentage right down. Still they have their uses especially if you need to display lots of links/shortcuts to pages, like the Tesco Korea idea
Great list. I saw one on the back of a huge white lorry driving up the M6 one day in the central lane. I couldn't help it, I looked to my left, fully expecting to see another lorry driver coming alongside,leaning out of the cab and holding up a huge great iPhone to scan it.
Sadly, it didn't happen. Where IS Dom Joly these days?
Not sure why poor implementations will cause the QR code to fail?
Social media mistakes haven't stopped social media from having success stories. Hashtag hijackers haven't stopped people using hashtags on Twitter.
Yes it might confuse a few people and/or make them think this code thing is stuff and nonsense, but it's not going to kill the potential.
@Sarah - the image of Dom Jolly leaning out the cab with a giant phone put a smile on my face. It would make a cracking TV ad and video. Then we could add a QR code to both:)
I think by saying the poor execution contributing to it failing is more based around the fact that this is a medium pushed solely by brands (with the rare exception of CV's maybe).
I agree that poorly executed Social Media activities haven't put people off using that medium, but brands arrived there second. People are there for people so would be inclined to stick with it if their friends do.
I guess the main thing that annoys me, is the ones that are just jumping on it with no thought to how powerful and effective it could be if used intelligently.
By allowing users to go to a non mobile friendly site, from a mobile friendly shortcut is just absurd and they deserve it to be a failure.
Likewise QR Codes in places where mobile internet use is not really possible (such as the underground). Yes it can be stored for later use, but are people going to remember? Think of how many bookmarks we save in our browser never to return.
Some great examples of how not to use QR codes. Why would anyone even think about using them on a website
@Collete S,,,, Because they might be useful. "Download our app" and a link to the app store on a website means I have to go to that same webpage page on my mobile just to click the link. Or rather, I won't bother.
I think the easiest way to add QR Code to the website is http://www.pageqrcode.com service. Just copy&paste HTML code.
There is one small thing missing from this post... QR codes are very insecure!
QR codes have been used to distribute malware in the past, so a little caution is advised.


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I'm sure this was said for the (U) version, but this has to win the DS award for lousiest, laziest cover art ever. It looks like it was done in MS Paint!
yep, it was
This might be paint like, but Mario Kart is sooo plain.
When I first saw it i thought it was a temp box art, but then it was released like that.
Even so, just the Mario art and white background is alot better then that crap XD
Shaun. Just a small request - please fix this:
I don't think the NDS releases are a part of gOnline yet - that's why they show up as 'ndstitle'.
they used to show up fine, not anymore though (as dirtie pointed out)
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What are unsecured cash business loans?
This is a type of finance which does not require you to attach an asset, whether it be a personal or business asset, as security in order to take out the loan. Depending on the lender you select and your average monthly sales, you may be able to access between $1,000 and $100,000 and have the loan amount in your account in as little as one business day.
How do they work?
Businesses apply for these unsecured business loans to access working capital or to ease cash flow issues. The loans, therefore, can be accessed quickly in order to help address these issues. Businesses can apply for a loan up to $100,000 as either a lump sum or line of credit and have access to it the next business day.
Depending on the loan type you choose, you will either make regular repayments over a loan term of less than a year to repay the loan or you make minimum payments towards the line of credit based on the amount you use.
How to compare unsecured cash business loans
When considering taking out one of these loans, it's important to compare your options so you opt for the most competitive loan product for you and your business. Here are a few things to keep in mind when comparing:
- Can my business afford it? Before taking out any loan, this should be at the forefront of your decision. Take a look at the costs that will be involved with the particular lender and ask if it will be manageable with your cash flow over the next few weeks or months. Only you know your business' financials and what you will be able to afford.
- How much can I borrow? While lenders will offer a minimum and maximum loan amount—usually between $1,000 and $100,000—the loan you are actually approved for will depend on a few different factors. Check to see what they base their loan amount approvals on and if you will be offered the amount you need.
- When will I receive the loan amount? You'll need to ensure that the lender you choose is able to transfer you the loan amount in the time you need it. Most lenders will be able to have the loan amount in your bank account within a few days, some are able to transfer it within 24 hours.
- What will my repayments be? Business loans tend to be more flexible than personal loans, with repayments able to respond to cash flow fluctuations. Check to see if the lender will set out repayment terms before you apply, as most will structure your repayments on a case-by-case basis depending on your business type, cash flow history and projections, as well as the amount you borrow. Loan terms differ between lenders but are usually between three months to one year.
- What are the fees and charges? Are there upfront fees you need to pay to establish the loan? What about ongoing fees? These, along with interest charges, can have a huge impact on the cost and affordability of the loan, so make sure to compare and find the most competitive offering from lenders.
- Who is the lender? The lender you borrow from should also form part of your decision. There are some unscrupulous lenders who operate in the online space, so remember to check their reputation, read third-party reviews, or see how easy they are to contact.
How likely is it that I will get a unsecured business loan?
There are different types of business loans you can turn to, but in every case you have to meet certain eligibility criteria. These requirements can vary from lender to lender so it's best that you know your odds before you consider applying. With some lenders, the following criteria may need to be met in order to qualify:
- You are over 18 years old
- You have been in the business for a set minimum duration, which is normally three to six months
- You meet the requirement for minimum average monthly sales, which could be around $5,000 to $50,000
- You have been renting your current business premises for a minimum period of time, and there is a minimum lease period remaining
- You have the ability to make repayments
- You offer suitable security which will be used if you are unable to pay off the loan.
Business loans that are available to Centrelink recipients
What if I don't have equity?
You don't need to have equity to seek a business loan. Many alternative business lenders will base their decisions on your company's cash flow, sales and revenue. The industry your business operates in may also affect the lender's decision.
How much will the business cash loan cost?
The costs of the unsecured business loan depends on the lender you apply with. You may find that any of the following costs apply:
- Interest rate. This will be a fixed or variable rate if it is a standard interest rate, or you may find a factor rate applies. This rate is charged as a decimal point figure instead of a percentage and calculated on the original loan amount rather than the principal amount remaining.
- Upfront fees. Fees charged upfront can come in the form of an application fee, an establishment fee, a loan documentation fee or a loan origination fee. You should only be charged these fees if you are approved for the loan.
- Ongoing fees. Monthly or annual fees may be charged on an unsecured business cash loan, as well as direct deposit fees.
- Late payment/default fees. If you are late with a payment or default on the loan you will be charged a fee. Check whether the fees are charged daily for late payments.
Things to be careful of
As with any type of loan, there are a few things to consider before you apply:
- Risk. As this is a type of business finance, you need to keep in mind that you are not only putting yourself at risk, but also your business and any employees you may have. As these loans are unsecured, the lender is unable to repossess any personal or business asset, but they are still able to take you to court should you default on your loan.
- Borrowing more than you can afford. Another thing to watch out for is the loan amount you're being approved for. Lenders base this amount on your average monthly sales, so if you have averaged $10,000 in monthly sales you may be granted up to and including this amount with some lenders. But what the lender may not anticipate is your business' future cash flow fluctuations due to seasonal changes in your industry, fluctuations which you should anticipate yourself.
What are the tax implications of a business loan?
Taking out a unsecured business loan requires that you understand the tax implications involved. For example, you cannot claim deductions for most capital expenses that you bear when improving, expanding, or replacing a business. This also includes a large portion of expenses you incur before the business gets going.
You can, however, claim deductions on the interest that business loans and overdrafts attract. You can also claim deductions, directly or via depreciation, on expenses that are incurred as a part of generating business income. Examples of such expenses include rent, telephone and internet bills, insurance covers, wages, accounting fees, and business-related subscription fees.
How to apply for an unsecured cash business loan
If you're interested in applying for an unsecured cash business loan, the first step is comparing your options. Once you've found the right loan you can start the application process by clicking 'Go to Site'.
After confirming your eligibility for a loan, you will also need to provide certain documents with your application. This usually includes:
Identification documents for business owners and any loan applicants
- Bank statements and business financials
- Rental forms for the business premises
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Get a taste for the jungle life and learn from the crusaders working hard to protect it. Spend time with rare and beautiful creatures such as orang-utans, sun bears, porcupines and crocodiles as they recover from trauma in the Matang Wildlife Centre, Sarawak's premier conservation experience. Go rogue on a guided trek through the Kubah National Park and stop at glistening streams, bathing pools and waterfalls to cool off from the tropical humidity.
Destinations included:
Kuching - Kubah National Park
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Wake up in your hotel in the picturesque, tree-lined streets of Sarawak's largest city, Kuching. Enjoy the relatively chilled out vibe of this Malaysian metropolis, reflected in its setting on the banks of the slowly meandering Sarawak River. Then strike out for a more wild experience. Hop into our pickup service, sit back and soak up the 35km (45minute) drive through the countryside that stands between you and the Matang Wildlife Centre - MWC. Situated in Kubah National Park, the MWC is Sarawak's main centre for wildlife rehabilitation. Witness the hard work of its staff in rehabilitating rescued animals such as orangutans, sun bears, bear cats, civet cats, sambar deer, barking deer, porcupines and crocodiles as they prepare to release them back into their natural habitats. If you are a bird lover then take a wander around the large aviary which houses a variety of hornbills, as well as brahminy kites and sea eagles.
Indulge in a break from your pursuit of exotic wildlife for lunch at the Centre and then put your off-the-beaten-trail boots on for the guided trek to Kubah National Park Headquarters. Splash out in an indulgent dip into crystal clear streams, waterfalls and bathing pools amongst dense rainforest dotted with some of the rarest plants and orchids in Borneo as you walk. Try your hand at spotting some of the notoriously illusive wildlife such as the bearded pig and the mouse deer; though be warned they generally live deep in the jungle.


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About Kingdom Gate
Kingdom Gate Worship Center is a gathering place for the Ekklesia of Florida to strategize, govern and advance the Kingdom to God together through declaration, intercession and passionate worship
We are a body of believers that not only stands in the gap for our city, but our state. We believe for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit to sweep Florida and the nation. Florida will be saved!
Our Staff
Ken Malone
Apostle Senior Leader
Kendall Nickell
Ken Malone is being used by God to mobilize the body of Christ throughout Florida and the nation. After being a pastor for 24 years Ken has recently stepped down from a pastoral position. This has allowed God to launch Ken into his apostolic role within Florida and the nation. He is an ordained minister and serves as the founder of Forerunner Ministries and serves on the board of Dutch Sheets Ministries. Ken also serves as one of the leaders of Network Ekklesia International, an Apostolic Network founded by Dutch Sheets. He and his wife Cheryl travel across Florida and the nation equipping, empowering and sending out believers into the harvest. Traveling extensively throughout Florida and the nation, spiritual breakthrough in the heavens over churches, cities and regions is producing a great momentum toward an unprecedented Book of Acts revival.
Ken walks in a governmental apostolic mantle that releases the body of Christ into their destiny. He also ministers with a prophetic, seer anointing which enables him to identify, activate and release redemptive gifts in individuals, churches and cities.
Ken and Cheryl have been married since 1973. They have four children, eight grandchildren and have mentored many spiritual sons and daughters. They make their home in central Florida.
Pastor Kendall Nickell is the Pastor at Kingdom Gate Worship Center. He resides in Satellite Beach with his wife, Melissa.
Prophetic Words Over Florida
Chuck Pierce
Apostolic Centers or 'Freedom Outposts' will form a network across the state of Florida that will unite the remnant, which in turn will launch Florida into its forerunner destiny.
Cindy Jacobs
Florida is going to be a great army; God has made Florida a great weapon in the hand of God.


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|Acts 8:26-40 (Part of the God's people are... series).
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Pop star Sky Ferreira and her rocker boyfriend Zachary Cole Smith have been arrested on drugs charges, according to a report.
The Everything Is Embarrassing hitmaker and her DIIV frontman lover were allegedly held on Saturday morning (14Sep13) in New York for possession of controlled substances.
Online reports suggest the couple was arrested after cops pulled over their vehicle in Saugerties, near Poughkeepsie, and discovered heroin and Ecstasy.
Smith was also charged with possession of stolen property and aggravated unlicensed driving amid suspicions the vehicle was fitted with stolen license plates, according to Pitchfork.com.
Editors at the website report the pair was later released from custody.


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Why the Patriots' Passing Attack Will Be Better Than Expected in 2013June 13, 2013
For the first time since Randy Moss put on a Patriots uniform, a lack of faith pervades popular opinion about New England's passing offense.
Some analysts even think the Pats are poised to take a huge step back offensively this season.
There's a reasonable argument for regression from New England's passing offense, which ranked fourth in the NFL in total yards in 2012. After all, they're without most of their mainstay receivers from last season, thanks to roster turnover and health issues.
Many of their key weapons (Wes Welker, Brandon Lloyd) from last year are gone, and others (Rob Gronkowski, Julian Edelman) are at risk to miss the start of the season due to injury.
They also lost a key interior lineman in G Donald Thomas, though offensive line coach Dante Scarnecchia can be trusted to take the next man up (be it veteran G Dan Connolly or the young Marcus Cannon) and ensure they're ready to protect QB Tom Brady from inside rushers.
Still, it seems all the firepower (minus Aaron Hernandez) has been doused from a Pats offense that reigned from 2007-2012. Perhaps this signals the end of Brady's Patriot reign? All good things must come to an end, right?
Right. But I say the Pats, and the soon-to-be-35-year-old Brady, do not go gentle into that good night.
In fact, I don't expect much of a regression from their passing game at all—only as much as can be normally expected from a team that led the NFL in scoring by 76 points.
To you, this might reek of fanboyism from a resident New England columnist. Perhaps, but let me explain why I think the Patriots will have no trouble passing the ball next year.
Yes, Welker and Lloyd were immensely productive receivers—especially Welker, who tallied 672 catches and 7,459 yards in his time as a Patriot. There is nobody on the roster (or perhaps the NFL) who can be expected to replicate that level of individual production.
But as a unit, the Pats offense may be better off spreading the ball around to a number of viable weapons than fixating on one target, reliable as that target may be.
The first of these new toys is Danny Amendola, signed from the Rams to fill the Pats' hole at slot receiver. Amendola is a taller, bigger and faster receiver than Welker, with the ability to run many of Welker's routes with the same effectiveness and efficiency.
More importantly, he has already received rave reviews from Brady for his ability to recognize necessary route adjustments and make corrections on the field. As Brady and Amendola's chemistry continues to improve, the likelihood of the young slot receiver being able to produce in this system only increases.
But Amendola's skill-set is very similar to Welker's. So what do I mean when I say "more dynamic"?
I mean that—despite their relative unfamiliarity with Brady—this year's Pats' weapons have skills that Brady hasn't enjoyed from his pass-catchers since Randy Moss returned to the Vikings.
Lloyd, while productive, turned out to be a sideline workman on intermediate routes. That's a valuable player, but not someone who draws safety help or pressures the defense at a different level than the slot or TEs.
The Pats released Lloyd this offseason, and they've replaced him along the outside with a group of receivers with more uncertainty but greater upside.
That includes rookie Aaron Dobson, a big receiver with an ability to make catches in traffic. Dobson has the potential to be a taller, faster Anquan Boldin—a safety net for Brady to trust in jump-ball situations. Though he doesn't play as fast as his 4.43 40 time, Dobson has the skills to be the first Pats WR deep threat since Moss.
The Pats also drafted Josh Boyce, a blazing (4.38 40) Z receiver who can line up in the slot and use his quickness against slot corners, safeties and linebackers, or split wide and try to stretch the field.
Dobson and Boyce allow the Pats to put more speed on the field than they have in years. That's hugely valuable in a league that increasingly requires teams to have multiple threats on the field if they hope to score consistently.
With Amendola and Hernandez running smash concepts underneath, Boyce exploiting second-level matchups, Dobson as the outside receiver for jump balls and a hopefully-healthy Gronkowski working the seams, the Pats are better equipped to pressure every level of the defense in 2013 than they have been in years.


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Banned books teens should read to survive
A small bookstore in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, is causing a stir by giving away free copies of The Miseducation of Cameron Post to any teen who walks in and requests the young adult novel.
I'm sure this is not what the Cape Henlopen school board had in mind when they voted 6-1 to ban the book from incoming freshmen, due to the book's use of "the F-word" (although many would argue "the F-word" is a euphemism for "we fear gay stuff").
But yet again, this scenario proves banning a book only increases its power.
Browseabout Books manager Susan McAnelly is happy to supply hungry young readers with any book they want. In McAnelly's opinion, it's not the bookstore's job to say what's appropriate and what isn't for customers. She said, "As a local, independent bookstore, Browseabout's job is to provide the books that want to be read."
Police summoned to make teens stop reading >>
Right now, Emily Danforth's The Miseducation of Cameron Post wants to be read. Browseabout has had a heck of a time keeping the book on its shelves. Thankfully, people have been donating copies just to keep the book available. It would appear the censorship demographic might be shrinking in America.
Ha. Just kidding. The banning of books is just as frighteningly omnipresent as it's always been. My most recent giggle came when a woman in Toronto requested Dr. Seuss's Hop on Pop be removed from library shelves because it "encourages children to use violence against their fathers." Facepalm.
I'm against censorship, especially in literature. I grew up in the '80s, before people went all psycho Big Brother about what kids were reading. Thank God, because I read a lot of great books that are probably banned now.
INTERVIEW: Beautiful Creatures authors reveal the YA books that saved their lives >>
In honor of my grumpiness over yet another school board force-feeding their values to American teens, here is a roundup of books teens should be allowed to read, despite their questionable nature. They should be allowed to read these books in order to survive. I know I did.
1. The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
The powers that be deem this book unsavory due to "drugs/alcohol/smoking, homosexuality and sexually explicit content." Hmm... sounds kind of like my high school experience. In this novel, young Charlie is troubled, but he doesn't know why. He doesn't fit in until he meets a group of kids obsessed with The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Suddenly, he has his place. Together, they are infinite. Censors would say this book is too racy. Too real, perhaps? Chbosky portrays pain, betrayal, lust and the dangers of drug use. When I first read this book, he made me feel not so alone.
2. Scary Stories (series) by Alvin Schwartz
Deemed "unsuitable for age group," this timeless classic of scary, silly and spooky tales has been with me since I was a fetus. In a recent interview I did with actress/author Evangeline Lilly, she made a brilliant point: children don't know what scary is until we tell them. They approach the world with love, not fear (unlike censors). I love Schwartz's stories. I love the illustrations. I remember the days of summer slumber parties, reading these tales under tents with flashlights and screaming at all the right parts. These stories built friendships, and even in our 30s, my old pals still joke about rattling bones and creepy crawlies in the night.
3. To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
I fester with anger over books like this being banned. The censors' reason? "Offensive language and racism." Makes you kind of question the intelligence of the censors, doesn't it? Lee's classic Pulitzer-prize winning masterpiece follows ideal human Atticus Finch as he defends a black man charged with rape in the 1930s. This is a novel of courage, hope and faith in the good in people. One of my favorite Finch quotes: "Courage is not a man with a gun in his hand. It's knowing you're licked before you begin but you begin anyway and you see it through no matter what." It's tragic to think that younger generations might someday never read this book.
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4. Forever... by Judy Blume
This novel was written during the sexual revolution of the 1970s, and censors deem it inappropriate because of "offensive language and sexual content." (Oh, no; because teens never come upon things like that in their day-to-day lives.) Anyway, two teens, Katherine and Michael, fall in love, have sex and think it'll last forever — but first love is a lesson to be learned. No matter what we think when we're 16, first love doesn't have to be only love. Why not let kids read a book like this and then make up their minds for themselves? Instead, censors would have kids wandering around blindly, trying to make decisions based on Jersey Shore.
5. Harry Potter (series) by J.K. Rowling
Did you just stroke out a little? I know I do when I remember this series is one of the most banned in history. The reason: "occult/Satanism and violence." Yes, devil worship is very prevalent at Hogwarts. What? Who are these censors? The Harry Potter books are about good versus evil. They are about heroism and friendship, despite difficult times. They're about loss, and let's face it: kids lose a lot. If they have a strong role model who's lost even more, they will pass through their own periods of pain. Harry lost everything, but he still had love. What's Satanic about that?
Okay, I'll get off my anti-censorship soapbox now. I'm glad Browseabout Books is making the news, because every time censors get their noses shoved in their own red tape, I get a smile on my face. I haven't read Danforth's The Miseducation of Cameron Post yet, but I will, just so I know why the censors want it gone. I like to keep an eye on what censors are up to. What's that saying? Keep your friend close and your enemies closer.
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Recap: Rockets at Lakers, January 3, 2012
Wednesday January 4, 2012 4:08 AM
Bryant, Bynum Too Much For Rockets
Lakers pull away late, send Houston to 108-99 defeat
Jason Friedman
LOS ANGELES - Sometimes the game of basketball really is as simple as it seems.
Size, especially near superhuman size, matters. And so long as were dabbling in clichés, heres another that seems both timely and applicable: this truly is a make-or-miss league.
Those maxims shone brightly beneath the Staples Center spotlight Tuesday night as the Los Angeles Lakers parlayed their significant size advantage with some timely shot-making to hold off Houston and emerge with a 108-99 victory.
The Rockets simply had no answer for either Andrew Bynum (21 points, 22 rebounds) or Kobe Bryant (37 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists) and that duos dominance directly led to the Rockets demise. Then factor in the Lakers advantage in rebounding (53-38), field goal percentage (52.6 to 42.7%) and the disparity at the free throw line (LA shot 20 more freebies than did the Rockets), and one would be inclined to conclude that the Rockets had been run off the floor in blowout fashion. The conclusion, however, wouldnt be anywhere close to correct.
Truth is, for all of Bynums beastly play and Bryants spectacular second-half shooting, Houston put itself in position to steal this game. With 3:54 remaining in the fourth quarter, the Rockets found themselves trailing by a mere four points. Kyle Lowry had just found Samuel Dalembert down low for an and-1 dunk, putting Houston well within range of pulling off the upset. The next two minutes, however, showcased just how fickle momentum can be and how razor-thin the line often is between victory and defeat.
Bryant began Los Angeles closing run by draining a tough 18-footer; one in a long line of significant degree of difficulty looks that the Rockets dared LA to take only to see the Lakers connect time and time again. Houston then responded with an executed-to-perfection set that saw Lowry find a wide-open Luis Scola for a jumper from the wing; a shot Scola seemingly drains in his sleep. Only this time it bounced off the back rim, leading to a Lakers run-out that ended with Bryant scoring once more, this time while drawing a foul on Kevin Martin.
With the Rockets now barely clinging to life, trailing by nine with 2:29 to go, their fate was finally sealed when Lowry he of the near triple-double stat line featuring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists missed a four-foot floater in the lane that was then corralled by Dalembert; only, instead of seeing a wide-open Martin in the corner right away, the Rockets center paused, dribbled and then kicked out an errant pass in K-Marts direction that ultimately flew out of bounds. One more Bryant jumper later, the ballgame had been decided.
As Scola noted after the game, this is the Lakers were talking about you expect them to take, and frequently make, tough shots, especially when playing at home. Whats more, there are destined to be days when you get exactly what you want at both ends of the floor come crunch time and the ball still wont bounce your way; hence, the genesis of the make-or-miss aphorism. It happens. And when it does, you lick your wounds, learn from it and move on.
In fact, the educational aspects of a loss like this are probably more valuable than anything to the Rockets right now. Houston came into the season preaching improvement defensively and on the glass, and Tuesdays contest serves as a stark reminder of precisely why the team deemed those two areas of paramount importance. The Rockets have shown glimpses that they're getting it, especially on the boards, but they're clearly not yet where they want to be. And though the season is still in its infancy, the compressed schedule has placed a premium on growing up fast.
Head Coach Kevin McHale said after the game that his club still hasnt gotten to the point where trust has been fully established while playing team defense. With such a young team and a brand new coaching staff in place, that doesn't rank as a particularly surprising revelation. Developing confidence and attaining that one team on a string defensive mentality doesnt arrive overnight which is why the Rockets are using every minute available to them in an effort to establish it. They'll even be back on the practice court Wednesday morning a rarity on the second day of a back-to-back to keep hammering home those points of emphasis until they stick.
After all, even though basketball might at times appear to be a simple game, it takes an enormous amount of work to make it look that way.
And 1s: Rockets guard Courtney Lee had to be helped off the floor in the second half after suffering a strained right calf following a routine play in the second half. Lee was unable to return after sustaining the injury, but was not yet ready to rule himself out for Wednesdays contest against the Clippers.
I have no idea what happened, said Lee, who finished with 9 points and 5 rebounds during 17 minutes of action. I went to the hole, was getting ready to run back and my leg just buckled. I went down. I didnt feel anything at the time so I didnt know what it was so I tried to get back up and run again and I couldnt. Its a strained calf. They said some people can come back within a day or two so it shouldnt take that long.
Well see how it feels tonight and tomorrow but the trainers said I might be able to go tomorrow.
We missed some shots and we had some defensive breakdowns. We tried to get more pace in the game and keep attacking them. Their bigs hurt us in the paint. They did what I was afraid was going to happen. Bynum had a heck of a game. They had a lot of post ups with Bynum, Gasol some, Kobe a lot, and they made plays.
(on defending the Lakers big men): We wanted to come down there and dig try to push them out of the paint and limit their touches down there. They made shots and got over us.
(on shooting too many jump shots): We have to get ourselves where we can drive and attack and finish in the paint a bit more. We right now can direct the ball through Luis on the post, but we have to find a way to direct the ball into the paint more.
(on the end of the game): We fought back a few times. Kobe hit a few turn around fadeaways and those are tough shots to defend. We tried to get him to come through some more traffic but they loaded up the weak side. All four guys are standing over there and were trying to get our guys to come over and be more aggressive. We havent yet gotten to the point where were trusting everybody on our defense. Its still a process.
Kobe made some tough shots at the end and in the fourth quarter and we had some defensive breakdowns that we needed to fix, and we missed some shots.
(on defensive strategy against Gasol and Bynum): You just have to box them out and get them out of the lane. Theyre big and they were physical in the paint.
(on trying to find offense against two bigs in Gasol and Bynum): We shot a lot of jump shots tonight, but theyre shots we can live with. We got good shooters and we have guys that can make shots, but we just missed them. Even with their big men in there, we played them even, but in the fourth quarter, they made some tough shots.
(on his injury): I have no idea what happened. I went to the hole, was getting ready to run back and my leg just buckled. I went down. I didnt feel anything at the time so I didnt know what it was so I tried to get back up and run again and I couldnt. Its a strained calf. They said some people can come back within a day or two so it shouldnt take that long.
(definitely out for tomorrow?): Im not sure. Well see how it feels tonight and tomorrow but the trainers said I might be able to go tomorrow.
Their size --- they kept pounding it down low --- and we had a couple guys in foul trouble. They made shots and Gasol and Bynum played big down low.
(on teams defensive strategy to guard Gasol and Bynum): We tried to get them out of the paint and as guards, we try to come down and help. But its really hard to plan for those guys.
We played a close game the whole game and then towards the end they made some shots; good shots, tough shots, but we were kind of expecting those this is Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol were talking about. Then we missed some shots that we usually make. It happened and thats why here in the Staples Center its really difficult to win.
(on Bynum): Hes big and athletic and looks like hes very focused. He had a great game and grabbed a lot of rebounds.
(on the Rockets different defensive looks):
I think it worked --- we tried it and confused them a little bit. We were able to make shots and we were in the game all the way until the fourth quarter.
I thought our second unit did a heck of a job for us. I think it was towards the end of the 3rd [quarter] beginning of the 4th [quarter] defensively they came out and they gave us energy in the second half because obviously it was nip and tuck throughout most of the game and then our second unit came in and I thought they brought us energy defensively.
(on tonights defense): Defensively, we have to make sure we play for forty-eight minutes. We didnt quite do that tonight but we did it just enough to get a win. Were going to score. Were talented enough to score. Were still finding out way offensively.
(on Andrew Bynums conditioning): He was very productive in the thirty-eight minutes he played. His conditioning is getting a little better and if he can ever get it to a point where its great oh my gosh.
(on comfort level when shooting): At times I went back to my original shot and followed all the way through with the ball and I got some pain and the ball tended to go short. But all in all I feel pretty good.
(on Andrew Bynums game so far this season): We all know the amount of talent that he has and hes really worked on it. The thing that I like about him is that he has an engine inside of him and he wants to do well, he wants to dominate. He has ambition to be great. I think thats the biggest positive about him aside from all of the physical attributes.
(on what affects his wrist): The point of the release. You try to make every release the same but it just doesnt work out that way. It depends. Sometimes I follow through and it just catches and other times it doesnt. I just kind of have to figure out how to make it more consistent.
(on what its going to take to get a win on the road): Pace. Pace the game and try to dominate the momentum of the game.
I think Im getting a lot more touches so its easier to be confident. And before the practices every day Im putting in work, so its paying off.
(on their next game against the Trailblazers in Portland): I think their home crowd just gives them a lot, a lot of energy, and they go out and they run up and down. They beat us in transitions every year, and thats our biggest weakness, is transitions. I think we do well with them when they come here and we do poorly out there, but we need to change that around. So, were going to try and do it.
(on Bynum): Its not just tonight but the way hes played these three games. Hes been really aggressive and really decisive and just pursuing every ball pretty much. Im glad to see him with this level of intensity and energy and desire because it takes desire and will.
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Police in Jasper arrested a 26-year-old man for first-degree felony arson June 4 after they say he intentionally set fire to the residence he shared with his grandmother, who, at the time of this report, remained in critical condition at UTMB Galveston due to smoke inhalation.
A man once facing charges for allegedly holding a woman hostage, torturing her and raping her repeatedly for five weeks has now been indicted on first-degree felony charges amid accusations that he beat up a 21-year-old autistic man before attacking the victim with a sword.
Law enforcement officials are asking the public for help locating a vehicle of interest and with identifying individuals responsible for injuring a Texas game warden during a traffic stop New Year's Day. The incident occurred at approximately 5 p.m. in an area due east of Plum Grove Road and the Harris / Liberty County line in Liberty County on private property.
Monday, Nov. 6, at about 8:26 a.m., Beaumont police responded to a disturbance in the 1200 block of Ranier. A preliminary investigation revealed that an altercation had occurred between Sherecole Wilridge, a 32-year-old Beaumont woman, and her child's father. During the altercation, Wilridge retrieved a handgun and shot the victim. The victim's injury was not life threatening; he was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Detective's interviewed witnesses and Wilridge was placed under arrested for aggravated assault – family violence.
Liberty Police made two arrests in reference to a late night assault that took place on June 30, according to a news release from the department. Police responded to the 5000 block of Briar Grove in the Ridgewood subdivision shortly after 1 a.m. in reference to an assault.
After a 9th Court of Appeals decision not to intervene on behalf of former Beaumont shop owner Derek Poe, it was up to a Jefferson County jury to decide whether Poe's December 2013 walk through the mall where his shop was located with an assault rifle strapped to his back was indeed a crime punishable under the law. This month, the six-person jury recorded its verdict.
Police in Beaumont are searching for masked suspects who robbed a group playing dice at a local residence May 24, reports Beaumont Police Department (BOD) Officer Carol Riley.
A 22-year-old Zwolle, LA man has been sentenced to federal prison for his part in a kidnapping conspiracy scheme targeting individuals in the Eastern District of Texas and surrounding area, Acting U.S. Attorney Brit Featherston announced May 11.
Beaumont Police Detectives have worked extensively on a case involving an elderly female that was assaulted, causing serious injuries. Beaumont Police arrested Walter Wilson, 39, from Beaumont, Sgt. Cody Guedry said in a release.
Jefferson County Criminal District Attorney Bob Wortham announced April 3 that Wilbert Anthony Frank, 29, of Port Arthur was sentenced to 35 years for home invasion burglary and assault of a Port Arthur family.
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CHESTERTOWN - Despite having three players sidelined due to injuries or sickness, the North Warren Girls Basketball team defeated a scrappy, aggressive Wells team Nov. 24 by a score of 44-39.
Wells dominated the first half with fast passing and sharp playmaking, but North Warren fought back in this season-opening game.
Two sophomore Cougars, Cassie Mayday and Kiera Warner, each scored 12 points in this non-league matchup, coach P. J. Hogan said. The game was Mayday's Varsity debut.
"I was pleasantly surprised," Hogan said. "'Get it and go' is their style - they pushed the ball well up the court."
Playing on both sides of the ball, Kat Andonucci contributed six points and four blocks for North Warren, Hogan said, offering compliments also for senior Kelsey Hamblin. "We started crashing the boards, and got some fast break layups going," he said Junior Lindsey Meade scored 8 points in the game.
Wells players fought throughout the matchup. Down by 7 points in the fourth quarter, they rallied to take a one-point lead with only several minutes left in the game.
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Birthday Horoscope for September 6thIf your Birthday is September 6 and your Zodiac Sign is Virgo
Birthday Persona Profile
People born specifically on the 6th of September are believed to be very affable and sociable along with the typical Virgo observant, analytic temperament. The ruling astrological planet for this particular day is Venus making you likely to be rather self sufficient yet prone to be desirous of approval and advice. If you have this birthday a caring and creative nature guides you to be tactful and diplomatic in your manner and communication. Although you are expressive, cheerful, charming and persuasive you also possess a strong serious and gentle spirit. You will usually be naturally generous and thoughtful as well as being a good listener who aims to give wise compassionate useful advice. Individuals with a September the sixth birthday are inclined to value beauty highly and like to always try and look their best. A belief in fate encourages you to ordinarily trust your natural instincts. So sometimes you will be daring and rash but also somewhat cautious of the unexpected.
Work and Finances
A variety of jobs are suitable to a person born on the sixth of September due to your high level of versatility and usual groomed appearance. Your ample tact, diplomacy and sociability make customer facing positions a popular choice. Your sharp observancy and analyzing and calculating skills all prove to be helpful attributes you can utilize in any profession. You appear to be usually unconcerned with the status that wealth from working can provide but you have a passion for the beautiful things money can buy. As a consequence you attempt to be careful in judging the viability of financial decisions.
Personal Relationships
For a Virgo, the person born on the sixth day of September is typically friendly, outgoing, family orientated and big on traditions. Loving, passionate and romantic you are great at communicating your inner feelings and intent on making your love life emotionally content. A slight fear of rejection makes it sometimes a bit difficult to commit to settling down with someone long term but once you do you will be fully committed and devoted. Your inclination to be honest, moderate and tolerant towards a loved one usually makes love relationships mainly harmonious with few disagreements. You are fairly sensitive inside and need to feel really appreciated in a partnership that is very equal on all levels. As a sensual seductive lover in the bedroom you tend to enjoy flirting and slow quality lovemaking as well as not being afraid to be adventurous and try something new.
Illness experienced by those born on September 6th seem to be infrequent and uncommon in spite of a tendency to usually take healthiness for granted. Your psychologically well balanced nature, enjoyment of exercise and a healthy appetite help you help yourself physically and mentally. Any unhealthy habits you succumb to are kept sensibly moderated as a result of your usual concern for your appearance. Once in a while you may also be overconfident about your physical strength and so be especially prone to muscle strains. People born on this day should try staying optimistic and realistic for the best health.
Strengths and Weaknesses
Your main strengths of character are revealed within your accepting disposition and sympathetic and tasteful approach to everything. This kind giving manner enhances and reflects your plentiful compassion and thoughtfulness. Additional fortes that further emphasize your niceness are seen in your charm, cheerfulness and generosity. Rashness and caution going into overdrive are often the principal basis of personality weaknesses for those born on September 6th. These negative traits appearing every now and then can include the temporary display of overly self involved, repressed and despondent behaviors.
Dreams and Goals
Being born on the 6th of September usually grants you a preference for a comfortable lifestyle and a hope to sample some of the finer luxuries of life. This rather dreamy view on achieving things and a bit of lack of self discipline can mean that any goals you have could remain simply wishes unless they are extremely important. In these cases you will try incredibly hard to retain the focus and determination required. One of your most desired ambitions is to meet and be happy with your true soul mate. Other dreams may relate to your craving to express your creativity in a meaningful and influential way.
Birthday Luck and Significance
As you were born on the sixth day of the month your birth date figure gains you a Root number of Six. This numerical reference to your birthday has the keyword 'Social' revealing the warmth, regard and respect your sociableness expresses and your value of friendship. In the Major Arcana Tarot deck the 6th card symbolizing the Lovers is closely linked to your birthday. This mystic symbolism represents your spirited gentleness and yearning for togetherness and harmony. The lucky gemstone for September the sixth birthdays is Turquoise, to be worn for added persistence in the pursuit of your greatest aspirations.
Descriptions of the probable idiosyncrasies of all Virgo personalities are influenced astrologically by the planet Mercury. The actual day you were born on, the sixth of September, is governed by the influences of Venus's dominance. This pair of planets are therefore considered to be the primary joint authorities on your likely individuality. Your attentive vigilance and touch of independence allow you to take full advantage of fated opportunities. Your sharpened abilities to listen intently and persuade effectively are worth nurturing. If you are able to avoid haste or hesitancy when you feel negativity building it should assist you to not make mistakes until bad vibes pass. In conclusion a final thought for people born on September the 6th is to accept destiny as your companion and use your initiative more often for favorable benefits.
Naresh roy 2017-03-19 06:13:40
Oh.........that's quite real and all the people have born on these day are really lucky.
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Brianna 2017-03-13 20:30:56
I'm born on September 6 as well and it's kind of scary that they got everything right about me it's just awesome
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Chloe 2016-12-11 03:07:34
Wow am so happy thanx I feel so unique
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Oyinlola 2016-11-21 05:23:09
This is real me, l can't believe what l jst read. So happy to be part of Virgo.
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Loveth 2016-10-20 07:18:00
This is so true .I am a Virgo.
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Kristen 2016-09-19 22:00:37
All true except the social part. I am more of a loner. I feel like i can read people well and because of my troubled past i have cut a lot of people out. I also have a strong desire to live forever and feel like i am extremely unique.
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Karen 2016-09-05 13:35:47
Happy birthday, to all fellow virgos we are beautiful generous loving people. We are so blessed to be kind and talented. We all have a trait in ourselves that comes naturally to us but hard to attain for other zodiac signs.
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judith 2016-09-02 10:34:50
its like I was being interviewed as they wrote down everything... koz this is all true about me... My God!!!
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Rita 2016-09-01 10:23:49
It tells everything about me
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Diane 2016-02-17 07:46:58
born on the 6 th Sept and I agree this is so ME thank you
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khlo'e paige 2015-09-09 03:48:03
Sep 6th. My perfect angel was born she is now one years old im learning about her sign and birthday stone any info will be great od anyone can fill me in Happy birthday to all born on. This perfect day
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mark 2016-01-23 22:50:08
She will grow into a very intelligent person. born on the same date.
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virgo man 2015-09-07 00:24:16
don't confuse kindness for weakness,,,
we are the gentle souls, natural students, librarians of experience and the orderlies of chaos
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Wes 2015-09-06 06:25:05
True to a degree, but I have discovered more enjoyment of being an observer with miniscule interaction of those around me. I have a small circle of friends, but many acquaintances that I keep a keen eye on to make sure I don't become too involved since most of their actions coalesce with their manipulative nature unfortunately.
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Jewelya 2015-09-05 23:58:46
What an amazingly astute overview.
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elbern 2015-09-03 02:01:13
it really is true.
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jeanne 2015-09-06 20:09:36
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it really is true.
90 percent is true , happy birthdayto you all on this day , me tooall the best 76, today, is not to old yet, still learning4841
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In Living on the Edge in Leonardo's Florence, an internationally renowned master of the historian's craft provides a splendid overview of Italian history from the Black Death to the rise of the Medici in 1434 and beyond into the early modern period. Gene Brucker explores those pivotal years in Florence and ranges over northern Italy, with forays into the histories of Genoa, Milan, and Venice. The ten essays, three of which have never before been published, exhibit Brucker's graceful intelligence, his command of the archival sources, and his ability to make history accessible to anyone interested in this place and period. Whether he is writing about a case in the criminal archives, about a citation from Machiavelli, or the concept of modernity, the result is the same: Brucker brings the pulse of the period alive. Five of these essays explore themes in the premodern period and delve into Italy's political, social, economic, religious, and cultural development. Among these pieces is a lucid, synoptic view of the Italian Renaissance. The last five essays focus more narrowly on Florentine topics, including a fascinating look at the dangers and anxieties that threatened Florence in the fifteenth century during Leonardo's time and a mini-biography of Alessandra Strozzi, whose letters to her exiled sons contain the evidence for her eventful life.My first published work, an essay that I wrote as a freshman at the University of Illinois, was entitled aHero Worship. ... To the degree that I considered my future in those years, the career of secondary school teacher seemed attractive and achievable. ... to the law, but was discouraged by a lawyer whom my father had consulted, and who told us that there was no money to be made in that profession.
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Celestial Church of Christ Youth Ministry (UK & Northern Ireland Diocese) is committed to helping young people become aware of God as revealed to us in His only son Jesus Christ, thereby responding to Christ in a personal commitment of faith.
With a keen spirit we equip youth for a lifelong walk with Christ through the demonstration of God's love, the displaying of gifts and allow God's presence to minister a message of hope and restoration.
Under the inspiration of The Holy Spirit, it is now time for us to become a Ministry without walls and reach out to the lost and often marginalised youth of the United Kingdom. We ask for your support, and invite you to become co-labourers with us in the Kingdom of God by kindly pledging your time and resources (let's be real, we are talking about money here) towards our first outdoor summer event tagged "Youth Out 4 Youth" this August!
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The Onslow County area faced a rough stretch of days last week, as a mix of wintry weather closed roads and forced the vast majority of local residents to remain indoors.
The Onslow County area faced a rough stretch of days last week, as a mix of wintry weather closed roads and forced the vast majority of local residents to remain indoors.
Brighter days returned to Eastern North Carolina over the weekend, and now life has returned to normal.
It was rough sledding there for a while, as an unusual onslaught of mixed precipitation left the area�s roads and bridges hardly passable.
It took more than 24 hours before measurable progress on the local roadways could be detected, and a near-paralysis hit the area.
Schools were closed for four days, and many businesses also suffered, choosing to close rather than force their workers to brave the cold and ice.
Now, with the return of better weather, we can express our gratitude for a number of blessings.
First and foremost, while our weather was inconvenient and uncomfortable, it could always have been much worse. Consider what occurred in Atlanta, where thousands of motorists were stranded in their cars for hours on end.
Secondly, we should all give thanks for the brave, dedicated and selfless workers in so many fields whose jobs get more demanding and crucial just when so many of us are getting the day off.
People such as police officers, firefighters, EMTs, emergency operations workers, utility workers and others who have to manage the response to severe weather deserve our gratitude and respect.
We will include our own newspaper staff in that mix. The Daily News produced publications during the three worst days of weather, and amazingly many of our independent carriers were able to get their deliveries made with minimal delays. A nod also goes out to the pizza-delivery folks who kept the staff nourished.
Some to the north of us might think we over-react when there are low temperatures or small snowfalls expected. What they forget is that while their infrastructure is set up to manage these events, ours is less prepared. We don�t have many snow plows or salt trucks.
On top of that, we have a huge number of bridges because of the water that courses through our region, and this area still has a high number of rural roads.
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Let�s hope we can look forward to better weather in the days ahead.