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A current City Council member in Lansing has filed for another term.
A current City Council member in Lansing has filed for another term. Dave Trinkle Jr. has been one of the two representatives of Ward 1 since being appointed in 2000. In 2001, he ran and won a four-year term on the council. He was re-elected in 2005 and 2009. A lifelong resident of Lansing, Trinke said he had been going back and forth on whether to run for another term on the council. His constituents, he said, eventually convinced him. "Everybody was asking me to run," he said. Trinkle represents the oldest part of the city, on the east of Kansas Highway 7 from Eisenhower Road to about East Mary Street, with the boundary line following neighborhood streets to the south southwest before stopping at 4-H Road. During his tenure on the council he has served on the parks and recreation advisory board and on the 2005 project team that oversaw the building of the city's current multi-million-dollar wastewater treatment plant. The city also has a number of current, ongoing projects that Trinkle said he wants to be a part of. "We've got some things that I want to see through," he said. According to City Clerk Amber McCullough, no other candidates had filed for Trinkle's position as of Friday.

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Hopes are high for a better season at Wellington High School. Last year, in coach Tyler Ryan's first year , the team went 2-7 and took its lumps along the way.
The continuity of having the same system two years in a row, along with a solid group of returning starters, has the Crusaders believing the can have a good season.
By JAMES JORDAN
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Hopes are high for a better season at Wellington High School. Last year, in coach Tyler Ryan's first year , the team went 2-7 and took its lumps along the way.
The continuity of having the same system two years in a row, along with a solid group of returning starters, has the Crusaders believing the can have a good season.
Ryan said the first couple of games would be very important for his team.
"It is tough to dig yourself a hole early," he said.
But those early games will set the tone for the season, and some wins will give the team confidence that it can win.
Ryan said if the team can do well in its first few games, it will have a chance in the district race.
Quarterback Trevor Nance started half the season last year, and was honorable mention all-league. He improved on that in the off season, and Ryan said the junior quarterback is set to have a good year.
"I really think by the end of the year he will be one of the top quarterbacks in the Wichita area," Ryan said.
Nance does not run a lot, but throws the ball very well. Ryan said Nance will get even better as he gets a better feel for reading coverage's and matchups.
But even with a solid quarterback, the Crusaders are not about to become a spread-offense that throws the ball all over the field. Ryan said the team will throw more this year, but the running game is still the staple of the offense.
"We will use the run to set up the pass," he said.
Junior Austin Dunn leads the running back corps. On the first play of a scrimmage last week, he broke off a long run and had several strong runs.
Connor Phelps, a sophomore, and junior senior Andrew Horn, and possibly Jaden Hines also figure into the rotation at running back and at the wingback spot.
Ryan said he has four of five players in the mix at running back, but still, he said there is not a lot of depth at the position.
Collin Reichenberger, a junior, leads the receivers.
"He will be a real threat for us on the edge," Ryan said. After Reichenberger there is not a great deal of speed, so there will be a committee of receivers rotating during games.
Brenton Troutman, a junior, will be at the tight end spot, along with William Staley.
Three offensive linemen return and should be one of the strong points of the team. Returners are Tyson Hodson, Skylar Brand and Ben DeJarnett. Taylor Lamkin and Trey Coulter also are listed as starters on the line.
Vincent Ast and Dalton Holt are newcomers to the offensive line, and they have performed well in the preseason.
"Depth on the line is a concern, but we should be decent there," Ryan said.
Defensively Wellington will have a four-man front. They will likely add a defensive back to adjust to the trend fo more passing at the high school level.
Taylor Lamkin at defensive end, and Adam Condit at defensive tackle, are to returning starters to the defensive line. Lampkin will be one of the few players that will go both ways consistently.
Reichenberger is another player listed as a returning starter on defense, and could play on both sides of the ball.
Horn is listed as a linebaker and Nance at defensive back. PHelps and Troutman are also listed as defensive starters
The Crusaders will have about 16 regular starters, with several more players rotating during games.
Nance will also be the punter, which gives the team some interesting possibilities on fourth down.
Ryan said is team has some solid players at running back and receiver, but overall team speed is a concern, especially at the "skill" positions.
Andrew Pilkey and Hines are listed as starting linebackers.
Listed as defensive linemen starters are Dalton Holt, Adam Condit, Jason Norris and Vince Ast.


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The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet: "Christmas Tree Lot" - Ricky and David must raise money to buy Ozzie a very special Christmas gift, and they decide to go into business selling Christmas trees. The problem is that they need a loan from dad to start their profit-making enterprise.
Love That Bob: "Grandpa's Christmas Visit" - Perennial ladies man Bob Cummings welcomes his grandfather home for Christmas, but he cannot keep up with the old man's busy schedule... especially his romantic escapades.
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Where's Raymond: "Christmas Spirit" - Legendary entertainer Ray Bolger dances his way through his young niece's imagined visit to a toy store.
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Sara Prendergast's curator insight, March 11, 2014 11:40 AM
This infographic explains the importance of using images in trying to make a point. We are visual learners and sharing images via social media can be a great way to reach our customer base.
Pixolution Studios's curator insight, April 21, 2014 4:15 PM
Why create an infographic? What Small Businesses Should Know [Infographics] | @scoopit via @digitalassetman http://sco.lt/...
The Digital Rocking Chair's curator insight, December 18, 2013 1:03 AM
Frank Rose: "When JWT Intelligence announced its "10 Trends for 2014 and Beyond" recently, trend #1 was "immersive experiences." Certainly you can feel this in New York: From Punchdrunk's Sleep No More (now running for nearly three years) to MoMA's Rain Room to Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirrored Room, people are willing to pay top dollar or line up for hours to experience something all-encompassing and beyond the ordinary. But why?"
cyneth's curator insight, December 18, 2013 5:14 PM
In my view, the term "experience economy" is morphing into the "immersive" economy - and you will see the rise of more "immersive technology" to facilitate. Emergence has become Immersive.
Jeff Domansky's curator insight, December 15, 2013 10:20 AM
Need proof that inbound marketing works? Take note of these content marketing strategies.
Peter Azzopardi's curator insight, December 9, 2013 1:21 AM
"The security of users' data is critical, which is why we've invested so much in encryption and fight for transparency around government requests for information," says Google CEO Larry Page.
I still believe that encryption does not complete the job. The ultimate security is relinquishing control of the encryption key and passing it on directly to the user. Very similar to what mega.co.nz already does. Of course, if you lose your password you lose your data but somewhere along the line the user has to be responsible for his/her own data.
Pascal Kotté's curator insight, December 9, 2013 4:02 PM
En voila une bonne idée, au moins l'intention... Ceci dit, au vu des millions que cette histoire leur a, et va leur coûter encore, je comprends leurs motivations. Toutefois, je doute que cela suffise, car j'espère bien que PRISM aura donné une meilleure compréhension de ce que peut signifier la "Gouvernance de l'information", à ne pas confondre avec la "Gouvernance de l'IT"... ;)
Jennifer Moss's curator insight, November 8, 2013 6:47 PM
This is like the 'Horizon Report' for museums.
Erica Bilder's curator insight, November 15, 2013 7:11 AM
I have nothing to add to Robin Good's terrific insights:Robin Good's insight:
Picture these scenarios:
The Freud Museum, in the spirit of its namesake, becomes a provider of mental retreat and therapy (I wonder if the docents will be licensed psychoanalysis?)
These, according to the 40-page report "Museums in a Digital Age" from Arups, may actually be some of the likely new profiles of prestigious museums 25 years from now.
The report projects that:
"...future museums will see personalised content, new levels of sustainability and a visitor experience extended beyond present expectations of time and space."
A rising desire among audiences to shape their own cultural experiences ("Collaborative Curation")
The opportunity for museum to become "curators of experiences" that extend beyond the boundaries of traditional exhibits or programs, or beyond the walls of the museum itself.
Source: http://futureofmuseums.blogspot.it/2013/11/museums-in-future-view-from-across-pond.html The idea of "collaborative curation" of museum collections by the actual users-visitors, is particularly fascinating. "Just as current consumer trends shift towards collaborative consumption, in the future, museums may employ new patterns of collaborative curation,allowing for individually curated experiences and giving the public greater control over both content and experience.
Increased visitor participation will allow people themselves to reinvent the museum experience, enabling content that can adapt to the preferences of users in real-time."
My comment: If you are a curator and are interested in exploring and understanding what the future of large collections and museums may look like and which forces are going to be driving such changes, this is a good report to read.
Insightful. Inspiring 8/10
PDF: http://www.arup.com/~/media/Files/PDF/Publications/Research_and_whitepapers/2013_Arup_FRI_MuseumsintheDigitalAge_final_web.ashx
Kelly Lieberman's curator insight, October 25, 2013 5:44 PM
"As part of our agreement, we'll pay Getty Images a fee for the data they share and will help make sure that their images get proper attribution," Pinterest notes today. "We're just getting started with Getty Images but we're excited about the possibilities of what their data can help us deliver."
Getty says that it will be providing two pieces of technology for this service. The first is its PicScout image recognition technology — which will crawl Pinterest to identify Getty Images on Pinterest. It will then link up those images with Getty's metadata using its Connect API. "We'll get a photo credit for our images on Pinterest's site and a link back. Pinterest users get more context and have more fun," Getty noted today.
Peter Azzopardi's curator insight, October 29, 2013 6:46 PM
The article implies that IT will continue to play a major role in businesses. When it comes to either a Private or a Hybrid cloud I agree, in fact I am sure that most biusinesses will opt for one of these options. Nonetheless, startups and / or businesses with low security requirements will position themselves to take advantage of the low costs associated with the Public cloud.
Carlos Fosca's curator insight, October 29, 2013 9:19 PM
"When it comes to cloud computing there are two common pitfalls that businesses tend to fall into: over-estimating its power and under-estimating its potential effect. The former often leaves businesses under-provisioning for their infrastructure, trying to push their entire IT estate into a single platform rather than using cloud computing as part of the larger IT strategy. Meanwhile, many businesses also find themselves under-estimating the potential of the cloud. Merely lifting your IT environment into the cloud may offer some savings (in time or resource), but it's not going to be the IT 'revolution' that many are expecting."
Robin Good's curator insight, October 2, 2013 8:13 AM
If you are into understanding the real value of content curation and what are the characterizing traist that make it so valuable and unique for the future of journalism and of our collective ability to stay informed, here is an evergreen "classic" on what curation specifically entails, synthesized and outlined by the Mindy McAdams.
When it comes to content curation, her list includes seven specific characterizing traits:
Her content curation identikit is as useful, truthful and relevant today as it was was 5 years ago when it was first published.
Content curation reference. Must-read. 9/10
Full post: http://mindymcadams.com/tojou/2008/curation-and-journalists-as-curators/
Question to you: Five years on, today, what would you add to these traits, that in your view, fully characterizes content curation?
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Nancy White's curator insight, October 2, 2013 10:38 AM
I love the way examining curating from the perspective of other disciplines adds such richness to our definition and understanding of what it is, and what we are trying to accomplish with the act of curating.
Kathy Schrock's curator insight, January 23, 2014 7:00 PM
Librarians have been doing this for years, but now have many tools to pick from!
Angel Somers's curator insight, February 2, 2014 1:31 PM
LIbrarians are natural curators! It's what we do, so it makes sense that we should take the initiative to promot curation as a valuable skill for both our colleagues and our students.
Peter Azzopardi's curator insight, November 21, 2013 6:34 PM
The technology is powerful, and like the moniker suggests, "Big Data" is massive, leaving some executives with the impression that for these projects to be successful, IT departments must ready themselves to boil the proverbial ocean.
Suzen Pettit's curator insight, November 1, 2013 3:24 PM
absolutely, although a challenge because afte all our goal is for low bounce rates and in a perfect world, a high percentage of call to action opt-ins. It's where we haveto get personal- the story- and creative!
John Shank's curator insight, October 11, 2013 11:20 AM
Some really interesting free webcasts about the library, learnig, and technology. Feel free to share with other interested people.
Cindy Rogers's curator insight, October 12, 2013 1:51 PM
As luck would have it, our students are off that day! (Happy dance)
Layla Abdel Hady's curator insight, November 26, 2013 8:18 AM
Kindle books have their use and advantages in many ways
but i believe one will always want to cudle up with a soft book at home.
Will libraries keep on buying printed books for how long?
Reference, children ill. bks, coffee table books or all bks
Ali Anani's curator insight, October 8, 2013 12:18 AM
A very insigtful presentation that highlights the idea that sharing is caring.
Kma Technoware's curator insight, September 30, 2013 12:56 AM
i like changes in google search eninge..........http://www.kmatechnoware.com
Ken Morrison's curator insight, October 2, 2013 7:52 PM
I went to a Google Apps For Education Summit last weekend. They did not say much about these changes, but interesting ideas were shared among participants.


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New Song From Mose Allison Premieres At Spinner.com
The first song from the anticipated new Mose Allison album The Way Of The World out 03-23 is currently available for free download at Spinner.com. The song, entitled "My Brain" is a classic Allison mix of ultra cool entirely original jazz-blues sound with an inspired dose of sardonic humor detailing the imagined degeneration of the legendary hepcat's brain. The song is the lead off track from The Way of the World, Allison's first studio outing in twelve years which was guided by Grammy Award winning producer Joe Henry. You can read an intriguing in depth profile/interview of Allison currently at Allaboutjazz.com and another in the March issue of Mojo Magazine on stands now. Download the song "My Brain" at Spinner.com
"The unhippest hipster you've ever seen and one of the most original, understated songwriters to ever tackle the mysteries of the blues." - LA Times
"Allison can still deliver his wry, biting lyrics with unmatched authority and wit." - Chicago Reader
Allison will be performing a series of selected live dates in anticipation of the new album's release.
Mose Allison Live Dates:
February 26, Tempe Center for the Arts, Tempe AZ - Get Tickets
March 2, Tribute to "The Who," Carnegie Hall, NYC
March 3, City Winery, New York, NY - Get Tickets
April 2 & 3, Jazz Corner, Hilton Head, SC - Get Tickets
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Audi Allroad Quattro Catalytic Converter Replacement Cost
Know what price you should pay to get your vehicle fixed.
What is a catalytic converter?
A catalytic converter converts the harmful exhaust gases produced by the engine into less harmful emissions before they leave the vehicle's exhaust system.
The catalytic converter looks similar to a muffler. It is typically a stainless steel housing with a ceramic honeycomb inside that is impregnated with platinum, palladium, and rhodium. These elements help clean up harmful exhaust gases that otherwise would be expelled from the tail pipe.
It is common for a four-cylinder engine to be equipped with one or two catalytic converters, while six and eight-cylinder engines can have up to four.
How does the catalytic converter work?
The catalytic converter has multiple sections, commonly referred to as beds. Each contains specific catalyst elements that work at a temperature of at least 400 degrees F to promote specific chemical reactions. This converts harmful CO, HC, and NOx exhaust gases into less harmful CO2, H2O, and N gases that are released from the vehicle's exhaust pipe.
The first section of the catalytic converter is called the reduction bed and is coated with rhodium. It is called the reduction bed because its purpose is to reduce the NOx gases back in to harmless nitrogen and oxygen.
The next section of the catalytic converter is the oxygen storage bed, which is coated with cerium. Its purpose is to maintain an ideal level of oxygen for use by the rear of the converter. It does this by storing and releasing the oxygen that gets released from the reduction of NOx in the previous reduction bed.
The oxygen is then available for use in the final oxidizing bed, which is coated with platinum and paladium. The purpose of the oxidizing bed is to complete the combustion of CO by adding oxygen. The oxidizing bed also uses oxygen to burn any of the raw HCs that still remain in the exhaust gases.
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What are the symptoms related to a bad catalytic converter?
A failing catalytic converter can cause a vehicle to fail emissions tests and the Check Engine Light to illuminate. The exhaust might have an unusual smell. A "restricted" catalytic converter can result in a loss of engine power.
Can I drive with a catalytic converter problem?
Unless the Catalytic Converter becomes restricted or "clogged" you should be able to drive the vehicle. If black smoke in noted from the exhaust you should not drive the vehicle. This would indicate unburned fuel entering the converter which could damage it.
How often do catalytic converters need to be replaced?
If the engine is running properly, the catalytic converter should last the life of the vehicle. Failure is commonly caused by too much raw fuel entering the converter, and example of which would be the result of an engine misfire. Too much unburned fuel can coat the catalyst causing the converter to stop working, the converter can also overheat and break apart inside becoming restricted or "plugged".
Your catalytic converter is covered by the vehicle's emissions warranty, which extends beyond the manufacturer's factory warranty. Along with other emission control devices, federal law requires manufacturers to replace a defective cat for up to 15 years or 150,000 miles. Because this coverage varies by state and vehicle type, refer to your owner's manual for specific warranty information.
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How are catalytic converter issues diagnosed?
Depending on the type of failure, different diagnostic approaches are necessary. For a lack of power concern, a back pressure test should be performed to check for a plugged converter. If an illuminated check engine light leads to a fault code that indicates a failing converter, the manufacturer recommended diagnostic procedures should be followed to confirm the fault. A catalytic converter could also have a noise concern (exhaust leak or rattling type noise). In this case, diagnosing the issue would involve duplicating the noise and confirming in is coming from the catalytic converter.
Catalytic Converter Replacement Cost Estimates
The average cost for a Catalytic Converter Replacement is between $1304 and $1543 but can vary from car to car.
How is a catalytic converter replaced?
A failed catalytic converter will require replacement. A vehicle may have more than one converter, it is very important to make sure the correct converter is identified when ordering parts and installing the new converter. Most converters are bolted in place in the exhaust system. If not bolted, the converter would be welded or clamped in place. A bolted in converter can be replaced by unbolting (penetrating oil should be used prior to attempting to remove any exhaust system bolts) the old converter and bolting the new one in. If a converter is welded in place, the old one will need to be cut out and the new converter installed - either by welded or using exhaust pipe clamps as required.
Catalytic converters are normally placed near the engine. Some are built directly into the exhaust manifold as they work most efficiently when hot. Some cats can exceed 1,000 degrees, so never touch a catalytic converter while an engine is running or after its been shut off. Many hours are required before a catalytic converter is serviceable, so proceed with caution anytime you're working with your exhaust system.
RepairPal Recommendations for catalytic converter issues
Care should always be taken when working around hot exhaust components. An engine not running properly is nearly always the cause of a catalytic converter failure. Engine operation should the thoroughly checked after replacing a faulty converter. Failure to do so could result in failure of the new converter.
Catalytic converters are vehicle-specific, and special attention needs to be paid to the quality of parts used. Cheaper cats are to be used with extreme caution, as they may not perform adequately for vehicle emission tests and inspections. Some states like California allow only certified cats to be used for replacement. A High-quality Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) replacement CAT is highly recommended.
What to look out for when dealing with catalytic converter issues
Rust build up on exhaust system components is not uncommon, penetrating oil should be used on threads prior to attempting removal. A new Catalytic Converter can be quickly damaged if installed in a vehicle with a poorly running engine. Proper diagnoses should always be following prior to replacing a catalytic converter, just because a fault code points to the converter, does not guarantee replacing it will correct the problem. Many vehicles have more than one converter, care should be taken to make sure the correct converter is diagnosed or replaced.
Can I replace the catalytic converter myself?
A Catalytic Converter can either be bolted or welded in place. In most cases a converter bolted in place can be removed using basic hand tools (be sure to use penetrating oil before attempting to remove exhaust system components). If the converter is welded in place, some sort of cutting device will be necessary to remove it. Be sure to check your vehicle to see what you have before attempting this repair. Having the necessary tools on hand before starting will help the job run smoothly. It is very important to reinstall any heat shields that were removed in order to replace the converter because of the heat generated during normal operation.
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Between two pencil strokes, I decided to allow myself a short but well deserved break on my sunny patio. Carefully sipping a drop of my hot cup of black tea, I noticed that I was being starred at by three impolite squirrels, which I already had generously fed peanuts to earlier. I then glanced at my next project that I brought outside with me, which was going to be this week's featured home.
The homeowner had already changed one window and was about to install one on the other side and replace the front door. The black shingles on the roof were recent and the khaki tint of the wooden siding was in good taste.
This neutral colour could easily lend itself to contrasting black shutters as well as a happy burgundy colour for the door and its contour.
Three additional features also stood out; the electric blue recycling bin, which could be tucked away behind a bush, the white tube under the window on the left and a small porch surrounded by a low integrated flower box. An addition of railings for personal security ought to be a priority. An introduction of half of a ramp over the existing box will only look awkward. A more ample porch, wider stairs and a stained opaque white simple wood railing would be more functional and classic.
To infuse some personality onto this sweet house, I could imagine a simple architectural detail stained opaque white and secured in the centre under the cornice. A couple of custom-made chunky black flower boxes measuring the same width as the windows would effectively dress up the sterile facade. They could cradle white annuals with red hearts as well as a few cascading vines. A big wall flower container and two big-scale lantern style black light fixtures will feel at home in the new porch area.
The foundation around the house ought to be painted with a specialized product for concrete in the same colour as the siding in a matte finish. All vertical gutters should also adopt the same khaki tone.
To form the flower beds, some lawn will have to be removed on both sides of the actual walkway as well as at the base of the wall under the wider window and also in a three-quarter circle around the right outside corner of the porch. A divider between the grass and the new vegetation is required.
Persistent leafed boxwood along with three rhododendrons would year-round and permanently camouflage the PVC white pipe on the left and the space on the right covered in lattice.
The vegetation will consist of the interaction between green, burgundy and yellow foliage.
The connecting elements will be the white blooms and the framing from the light coloured ground cover edges that will enlighten the relatively limited daylight exposure on this lot.
My cup is empty, the sun is retiring behind some fluffy cotton ball clouds and my three furry friends; Beggar, Vagabond and Freeloader lost their interest in me. I guess I should go back to work now.
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- Physocarpus opulifolius Diabolo (shrub, dark burgundy, each side)
- Hosta Sum and Substance (perennials, yellow green, walkway)
- Buxus Green Velvet (shrub, persistent, hedge, hides pipe)
- Hydrangea Annabelle (shrub, white clusters)
- Heuchera Palace Purple (three or more perennials, burgundy)
- Picea glauca Rainbow's End (pyr. evergreen, yellow tips)
- Spiraea Jap. White Gold (shrub, yellow, white blooms)
- Rhododendron North-ern Lights (three persistent shrubs, white)
- Lamium White Nancy (per-ennials, border, silver, white)
- Catharanthus Vinca rosea (annuals, flow. containers)
Most homes can use a little help when it comes to warming up their curb appeal. If you'd like some inexpensive ideas on how to improve the appearance of your home, send a clear photo of your house with your commentary to: Suzanne Rowe, Designer, firstname.lastname@example.com. Because of the volume of email she receives, it is not possible for her to individually reply to each correspondent.


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ECL (Embeddable Common Lisp) is "an effort to modernize Giuseppe Attardi's ECL (ECoLisp) environment to produce an implementation of the Common Lisp language which complies to the ANSI X3J13 definition of the language". Most of the source code is distributed under the GNU GPL.
Web site: http://common-lisp.net/project/ecl
Version: 0.9i Friday, 30 June 2006
Maturity: Beta
Mailing list: http://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/ecls-list
Source code repository: http://common-lisp.net/cgi-bin/viewcvs.cgi/?root=ecl
OS compatibility: Linux, xBSD, Solaris, Windows, OS/X on Intel x86
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Current version is 9.6.2, as of jun 2009.
License is not GPL, it is LGPL.
Description is a bit misleading, since it is a full featured Common Lisp implementation with application delivery, native threads on all platforms, full ANSI compliance, unicode, generational garbage collector, compiler with multiple backends, and not only "effort".
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Brazil has long been called "the country of the future." From the dramatic construction of the ultramodern capital of Brasília in the late 1950s to the country's status as an emerging economic powerhouse in the 21st century, Brazilian national identity is inextricably intertwined with the idea of its potentiality. Yet the Brazilian saying from which the idea for this exhibition derives is more complex, for it suggests that the notion of potentiality is itself something of a mirage, an illusion that blinds its citizens to the reality of the present day. In 1970, the French sociologist and philosopher Henri Lefebvre described the "blind field" as a transitional zone that lies between socio-economic modes of production and escapes comprehension within existing ideological paradigms. This exhibition takes up blindness as a critical category, a metaphor for the way in which the obstruction of perception can illuminate alternate modes of knowledge and experience. It features twenty emerging and mid-career artists working in Brazil who offer a critical perspective on processes of transition within contemporary society, be it from the public space of the street to the virtual zone of the computer screen, or the scale of local communities to the structure of large-scale political action. These works speak to the complexity and heterogeneity of an art milieu that is both tied to the local and manifestly global in reach.
Curators: Tumelo Mosaka and Irene V. Small


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John Henry "Johnny" Knaack, born August 7, 1942 in St. James, passed away early Monday morning, November 12, 2012
John Henry "Johnny" Knaack, born August 7, 1942 in St. James, passed away early Monday morning, November 12, 2012 from cancer, likely related to the effects of Agent Orange. A graveside military service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m., at the Wellington Highland Cemetery with a reception immediately following at Zion Lutheran Church, 8322 Second Street. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Zion Lutheran Church, PO Box 417, Wellington, Colo. 80549
Johnny married Ruth Helen Lunz, also from St. James, on December 18, 1962. They had one son. At the age of seventeen, Johnny enlisted in the United States Marine Corp. During his 21 year career as a proud Marine, he served two tours of duty in Vietnam. After retiring from the service, and settling in Wellington, Colo., Johnny worked in the agricultural field for many years and was a highly dedicated and valued member of Zion Lutheran Church, from where he will be greatly missed.
Johnny is survived by his wife, Ruth; son, John; daughter-in-law, Linda; and two grandchildren, Sara "Bug", and John William "Monkey", who were his greatest joys.
Johnny was proceeded in death by his parents Fred and Josephine Knaack, and a brother, Albert Eugene Knaack.


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Not too shabby for a kid who played just one year of high school basketball.
FALL RIVER — Not too shabby for a kid who played just one year of high school basketball.
Shane DaRosa, who lit it up to the tune of 24 points per game last season as a member of Bristol Community College's men's basketball team, recently signed a professional contract to play for the Providence Anchors of the American Basketball Association.
DaRosa, a sharp-shooting guard who is a graduate of Shea High School in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, only played his junior year at Shea before lighting it up for the Bees last season.
"My sophomore season I got hurt — broke my ankle," said DaRosa, who will report to the Anchors' camp in September. "I played my junior year, but didn't play my senior year because of my grades."
At BCC, DaRosa played half a season his freshman year before becoming an All-American honorable mention a year ago.
"I only played eight games my first year," said DaRosa, who gave a lot of credit for his success to BCC coach Rob Delaleu. "I played a full season last year. (Delaleu) is a great coach. He knows his basketball and he is always making sure you're doing well in the classroom."
DaRosa admitted he doesn't know a whole lot about the ABA, but said he's excited about joining the Anchors, who will be making their debut in the league this season and will play their home games at Rhode Island College's Murray Center.
"They contacted me for a tryout," he said. "I went through a series of workouts and scrimmages, and at the end of last month they contacted me again and said they'd like to offer me a contract."
DaRosa said while he was at BCC, his hopes were to get recognized and continue his basketball career after his stint with the Bees. He wasn't necessarily looking to play professionally and said it hasn't hit him yet that he'll be collecting a paycheck for playing the game he loves.
"I won't think about that until it actually happens," DaRosa said. "I was looking to play at a bigger school, maybe UMD or RIC or something."
The ABA season won't begin until November, with camp beginning in September, but for the time being, DaRosa will still be playing plenty of basketball.
"I'll be doing a lot of individual workouts," he said. "I'll be working out with some weights and doing things to stay in shape."


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Margaret B. Marthe, 85, of Esmond, N.D.,� died Friday, February 1, 2013, at the Carrington Health Center in Carrington, N.D.
Margaret B. Marthe, 85, of Esmond, N.D.,� died Friday, February 1, 2013, at the Carrington Health Center in Carrington, N.D. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, February 6 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Esmond with Fr. Brian Bachmeier, celebrant.� Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday at the church from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary followed by a parish vigil service at 7:30 p.m. all at the church.� Gene Garman will be the lector,�Julie Mellema and Jenna Mellema, gift bearers.� Casket bearers will be her grandsons, Mike Mertens,� Mike Mellema,� Jeff Mellema,� James Rickford,� Jason Mellema,� Kelly Marthe,� Philip Hoff,� Christopher Hoff, Jared Marthe, Ronald Marthe,� Greg Marthe and Todd Marthe.� Honorary casket bearers will be� her granddaughters and great-grandchildren,� members of the St. Boniface Christian Mothers, the Esmond VFW Auxiliary and the members of the Round Table at the Esmond Cafe.� Music will be from the St. Boniface Choir with Helen Arnold, organist.� Margaret Barbara Horner was born March 23, 1927 at Wing, N.D., to Jacob and Theresia Horner.�The family moved to Esmond when she was a junior in high school.� Margaret graduated from the Esmond High School in 1945 and worked in her parents grocery store until her marriage to Ervin Lorenz Marthe on December 30, 1946 in Esmond.� The couple lived and farmed south of Esmond. Margaret painted and varnished houses and also worked at Warehouse Grocery in Harvey as a baker.� Ervin passed away January 29, 1999. Margaret was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, Christian Mothers and Ladies Aid.� She was also a member of the Esmond VFW Auxiliary and the Round Table at the Esmond Caf�. Margaret enjoyed gardening,� crocheting,� puzzle books,� reading and spending time with her family.� �She is survived by her children, Rick (Betty) Marthe of Pullman, Wash.,� Joan Mellema of Cass Lake, Minn.,� Louise (Jim) Rickford of Fargo, N.D.,� Rob (Donna) Marthe of Harvey, N.D.,� Mary (Anton) Hoff of Bowdon, N.D. and Tim (Deb) Marthe of Fargo;� 17 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren;� sisters, Rosa Owens of Wadsworth, OH and Renil Hansen of Devils Lake, N.D.;� sisters-in-law, Hildegard Garman of West St. Paul, Minn. and Gerry Horner of Chicago, Ill;�brother-in-law,� Bob Brown of West Fargo, N.D.;� numerous step grandchildren; step-great-grandchildren;� nieces and nephews. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband,� Ervin;� parents,� a daughter,� Carol;� brothers:� Edward,� Albert and Theodore; a great-granddaughter,� Haylee Oye and sons-in-law,� Cecil Mertens and Jim Mellema. The Nelson Funeral Home of Maddock is in charge of the arrangements.


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A worker died Friday from injuries he received in last week's oil platform explosion off Grand Isle, bringing the death toll to two, authorities said.
A worker died Friday from injuries he received in last week's oil platform explosion off Grand Isle, bringing the death toll to two, authorities said.
Another worker is still missing, and three others remain seriously injured from the Nov. 16 explosion and fire on the Houston-based Black Elk Energy platform.
Avelino L. Tajonera, 49, a welder from Dinalupihan, Bataan, died Friday soon after his wife and three children arrived at his bedside at the Baton Rouge General Hospital Regional Burn Unit, Philippine Ambassador Jose Cuisia Jr. said in a statement.
"The Filipino nation joins his family in grieving over their loss," Cuisia said.
Ellroy Corporal, 42, died in the explosion while Jerome Malagapo, 28, has still not been found.
Cuisia said his information came from Randolf Malagapo, executive manager of U.S.-based D&R Resources. The company hired Tajonera and the other Filipinos injured in the explosion to work in Louisiana's offshore oil-and-gas industry.
Tajonera was one of two workers listed in critical condition. One is in serious condition. Their families have arrived in Baton Rouge to see them, Cuisia said. The men worked for the Galliano-based company Grand Isle Shipyard, which had a contract with Black Elk to maintain the idled platform.
Eleven workers were injured in the explosion, about 20 miles southeast of Grand Isle.
Some of the other workers with less-severe injuries have returned to Manila after giving their accounts of the incident to federal authorities investigating the cause of the fire, Philippine Consul Leo General Herrera-Lim said in the same statement.
Black Elk Energy has said no oil was leaking from the charred platform, which hasn't been operating since August.
Staff Writer Katie Urbaszewski can be reached at 448-7617 or email@example.com.


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Turkey Spiel (mixed)Saturday, November 17, 2018
2016 Results
Previous winners
A one-day event with teams created by bonspiel chairs. Each team curls two 4 or 5-end games; players rotate into a new position each end until all participants have played all positions. Turkey-related prizes awarded to all participants. Dress codes is casual.
General Mixed Rules
Standing Turkey Spiel Rules
- This is a one-day event.
- Each team will curl two 4-end games and turkey-related prizes to all participants.
- Ties will not be played off.


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Transfer from Riberac to popular destinations
Transfer from Riberac to other destinations
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How to get from Riberac to airport
When visiting Riberac, you can book a per-hour car rental with driver from 2 hours/day and more. Meet and Greet service, offered by our company, will significantly simplify the meeting in the airport for the newcomers. Using a "car rental with driver" service you can vesit the places of interest, famous shops or outlets to do some shopping near the city, saving your time in this way. Riberac Airport Transfer will cost you much cheaper to order a car rental with driver with us than to hire a taxi driver. To book the economy car or minivan with chauffeur or a comfortable premium class car, coach, shuttle bus up to 50 seats, please choose the button. Per hour rental in the left upper corner of the page, write in the [Departure:] field the departure point and number of hours.
Company vehicle fleet
- ComfortToyota Avensis, Volkswagen Passat, Chevrolet Cruze, KIA Sportage
- Business ClassMercedes C-Class, E-Class
- Business MinivanMercedes Viano, Mercedes Vito, Volkswagen Caravelle
- Standart Minivan ExtraLongMercedes Sprinter 415
- CompactCitroen C1, Fiat Panda, Hyundai Atos
- Economy Fiat Punto, Peugeot 206, Vokswagen Golf, Fiat Doblo
- Luxury ClassMercedes S-Class, Audi A8, BMW 730, Cadillac STS
- Economy MinivanOpel Vivaro, Renault Trafic
- Standart Minivan LongMercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit
- MiniBusSewa Bus 25, Mercy, Mercedes Benz Sitcar Beluga
- Bus StandartMercedes 404
- Bus PremiumMercedes Tourismo, Setra 515, Volvo 9700
- Exotic LimoRolls Royce Phantom, Limousine Magnum, Bentley Arnage 120, Chrysler C 300 Limousine 130, Hummer H3 140, Lincoln Strech Limousine
- Vintage SedanOn Request (Alfa Romeo, Cadillac, Buick, Plyumouth etc.)
- Riberac Transfer Price.
- Meet in airport VIP service.
- Transport from Terminal 1.
- From terminal to hotel. Car with chauffeur price in Euro.
- Limousine service per hour rental.
- Limousine services from airport.
- 7 seater minibus with driver.
- Minivan rental for full day rates.
- 6 passengers minibus with driver.
- Limo chauffeur or economy car.
- Getting from terminal to the airport or cruise port.
- Private driver Mercedes E, S Class, Viano
- Shuttle bus with driver 25 pax price in euro.
- Taxi from city center to the railway station.
- How to get from Terminal 2 to the city center.
- Taxi from Terminal to railway station price.
- Book a limo for 6 hours – without credit card.
- Baby car seat, child seats, with children's seattle.
- A lot of bags and ski luggage.
- Mercedes Viano with baby seat.
- Private chauffeur economy or business transportation from the airport.
- Taxi minivan from sea port terminal to the airport price.
- Meet and Great Service.
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TUSCALOOSA | With a unanimous vote, the Tuscaloosa City Council on Tuesday approved the first loan applications for four businesses within the tornado recovery zone.
TUSCALOOSA | With a unanimous vote, the Tuscaloosa City Council on Tuesday approved the first loan applications for four businesses within the tornado recovery zone.
The $690,000 worth of loans are from the city's Revolving Loan Program, a $2.5 million fund established with proceeds from the $16.6 million allocation in federal Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Relief money appropriated by Congress in January.
"Tonight, we celebrate the fact that (these businesses) were committed to rebuilding in our recovery area," said Robin Edgeworth, director of the city's Recovery Operations department, before the council's vote.
Three of the four businesses requested and were approved for the maximum loan amount of $200,000. They are Full Moon BBQ, which reopened this summer at the intersection of 15th Street and McFarland Boulevard, Gilda's Salon and Day Spa on 15th Street and Jack Marshall Foods, the corporate parent behind the area's KFC restaurants, which is planning to develop a distribution center on the former Eastern Hills Baptist Church site in Alberta.
The fourth business, Hoo's Q, was approved for the $90,000 it requested to assist with development efforts at the former Mike & Ed's BBQ site on 15th Street.
Gilda's, Hoo's Q and Jack Marshall Foods have five years to repay their zero interest loans, said Savannah Howell, community development program manager for Recovery Operations.
Full Moon has agreed to repay its loan in three years, Howell said.
The program is for businesses that have rebuilt or are planning to rebuild within the tornado recovery zone 5.9-mile path of the April 27, 2011, tornado.
Those who moved outside of this area after the storm are excluded.
Under the revolving loan program, the city will make no-interest loans ranging from $20,000 and $200,000 with the intent for the loans to be repaid so that other businesses may benefit.
Brad McDaniel, the owner of Hoo's Q and former operator of the Mike & Ed's franchise in Tuscaloosa, said he'd hoped to receive $180,000 to assist with the reconstruction of his business but that the loan repayment window made the monthly payments too costly.
Instead, he said he will use the $90,000 he received to cover costs that fall outside the scope of his loans through the federal Small Business Administration and additional expenses.
"This will fill in a lot of the things that are unforeseen and things the SBA won't cover," McDaniel said.
He said he hopes to have his new barbecue restaurant open in time for the two-year anniversary of the storm but that he would not force this timetable to be met.
Already, the development has been set back by a week after site excavations revealed that additional dirt would be needed to support the site.
"It would be amazing if we could (open by April 27)," McDaniel said, "but I'm not going to pressure anything."
A fifth business, Wright's Restaurant in Alberta, is working through the application process, and Howell told the City Council that she expects the $200,000 requested to be approved by the city-established Loan Review Committee.
This committee of non-city employees was established to examine the applications submitted by businesses to determine whether the city's requirements are met and if the loan can, ultimately, be repaid.
Applications for loans from the city's revolving fund are available online. The 16-page document can be downloaded from the city of Tuscaloosa's website at www.tuscaloosa.com/Assets/News/Media-Releases/Revised%20Application.pdf.
To obtain a copy of the application in a pre-printed format, call City Hall at 205-248-5311 or visit one of its reception centers inside the building.
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Experienced fitters don't need a measure and neither do
you. If a bra is too big or too small it tells you. All you need to know is what
to look for, and then by taking one step at a time you can achieve your best
possible fit. More importantly you will know why that bra fits you, and you will
be able to disregard any bad advice from a well-intentioned lingerie assistant
in the future.
The first thing
to do, before embarking on a size review, is to take a critical look at the bras that
you are currently wearing.
The main rule
2. Cup size
3. Bra style
4. Contact us for advice
5. UK to US to European cup size comparison chart
1. The first question - Is my bra back too big?
the back of your bra is too big you won't get the cup right.
It is almost impossible to wear a bra with a back size that is too small for
you without being aware of it - it will be too tight and plainly uncomfortable.
Unfortunately it is not so easy to be aware of a bra with a back that is too
big for you, and this is undoubtedly the biggest single
sizing mistake.
A correctly fitted bra should fit firmly around your back, which is where most
of the support should come from.
The back should stay parallel with the front
of the bra. If the back of your bra tends to ride up, it is probably
because the back is too big for you.
A simple test is to ask someone to put their hand flat
between your back and the back of your bra, then to turn their hand 90 degrees.
Their hand should now be quite firmly wedged and they
should not be able to pull the bra much further away
from your back. An inch or so at most. If it can be pulled
further, you need to go down at least one back size. A new bra should
pass this test with the clasp on the loosest fitting - this allows you to tighten
the bra as it stretches with wear and washing. Never fit yourself into
a new bra on its tightest fitting.
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Once you are happy with your back size you can then address the cup size.
If you need to change to a smaller back size (which we find to be a very common
occurrence), you may also need to opt for a larger cup, because often one compensates
for the other. You also need to be aware that a D
cup on a 34 back bra is bigger than a D cup on a 32
back bra. The actual wire on an underwired style gets larger as the back size
increases, even when the cup letter stays the same! The rough rule is that you
should increase the cup letter for every decrease in back size, if you want
to keep the cup the same size, and vice versa.
Let's say that you have been wearing a 36C bra, and you have just discovered
by trying our back test explained above, that you should really be in a 34 back
bra. If you were happy with the cup size C in a 36, you will now need a D in
a 34.
If you are happy with the cup size that you have been wearing, then the change
from back to back will be your only concern, together with any adjustment in
cup letter to maintain the cup size
you are wearing a bra with a cup that is too big for you, that is relatively
easy to spot. Basically you won't be filling the cups properly, and you need
to drop a cup.
is more likely that if the cups aren't fitting you properly it is because they
are too small. The signs to look for are breasts bulging over the top and sides
of each cup, and the wires of an underwired bra not sitting back against the
chest wall in the cleavage. If the band of your bra is tight enough, it will
be attempting to pull the underwires up against your body. If the wires (i.e.
cup size) are big enough, they will go around each breast and sit snugly against
your rib cage, with each breast in it's cup. If not, an increase in cup size
is called for. Some judgment comes in here to assess how much of an increase
is required, but at least if your bra back size is correct, you will be able
to concentrate on the cup.
Bra style
In terms of
styling, a full cup bra with shoulder straps placed centrally to each cup will
suit people looking for full coverage, a minimiser full cup bra will help to
flatten a bust, a half cup or balconette bra with widely spaced shoulder straps
will provide uplift, and a push-up and plunge style both uplift and maximum
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By Peter Becker
Managing Editor
Pike County Commissioners were informed, March 6, that the 5th annual Pike County visitor's guide, Discover Pike PA is being distributed.
Funded by the hotel and lodging tax collected in the Pocono region and distributed for tourism and marketing projects, Bridget Gelderman stated that 40,000 guides were printed. Bailey Design & Advertising in Honesdale is the publisher. Places to lodge, dine and see are listed and described, and a Pike County map is inserted.
The print edition of the 2013-2014 visitor's guide is complemented with social media accessibility. Visitors may use the web site, smart-phones and electronic tablets to help them plan a vacation in Pike County. The guide has a complete re-design with QR codes, enhanced editorial and coupons to complement advertisements.
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1 3/4 yards of a focus fabric for the center panel
6 3/4 yards background fabric (this will be used for the backing as well)
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First, cut your focus fabric. Trim off the selvage edges and square up the ends. The center panel measures 43″ x 63″.
From the background fabric, cut 2 pieces 4″ x 63″. Sew to the sides of your center panels, press your seams.
Cut 2 pieces of 4″ x 50″. Sew to the top and the bottom of your center panel. Trim any excess. (there should be about 1/2″ extra, depending on how exact your seam allowance is.) Press well.
The first border is complete.
Take 7 squares from the layer cake and cut each piece into 4 strips—each 2.5″ wide, for a total of 28 strips. These will be for the next border. Mix up the fabrics so they will be placed randomly around the quilt.
Join 6 strips of fabric end to end. Make 2.
Select 12 layer cake pieces and cut them into quarters to make 48 5″ squares. (You will have 2 extra.) Also, cut 44 5″ squares from the background color. Assemble them to make a checkerboard 3 blocks high and 15 blocks wide. Make 2.
Attach to the checkerboard strips to the top and the bottom of the center panel.
Cut two more pieces of background fabric 11″ x 68″. Attach to the top and the bottom of the checkerboard strips.
I baste my quilts on a tile floor which has a built in grid. It makes it easier to center the front and back of the quilt while keeping everything fairly square. It's especially helpful in cases like this where both the front and the back are pieced.
Here's the front, complete:
And the back.
A two sided Christmas quilt that measures 64″ x 88″. Large enough to use on a twin sized bed or perfect for snuggling on the couch.
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...with a 10 year old as your youngest, that's a long time to keep a secret this big.At this point I can't think of a single helpful thing to add, other than to sincerely wish you luck in navigating this situation and to suggest that you not rush into a decision about how to handle this - but plan for it.
fellow earthling humanist empathy for your plight neo.I am going to suggest a horrible but necessary awareness that may be inimicable to your family worldview, and is the last thing I would wish upon you.For all the love you and your family have for one another, while planning for the inevitable, you have to make plans that address the idea that your outing may not just result in you being seen as a lost sheep in need of re-conversion.In truth if your family's belief is fundamental enough, and the chances of your recovery are recognised as nil, you may just become an enemy.....and all that that means.
I didn't take offense at that "pussy" route comment
I see the analogy with the homosexuals of earlier years, but I think the tricky part of it is the majority of xians (fundies) don't view them any differently than they did in the 60s -... I don't think so, they'd still see me as someone they need to convert.
My major takeaway from your advice is to have a plan.
Control is key.
I'm glad you all can have those open discussions with your wife and kids. That's an amazing, wonderful thing - to allow each other to think for yourself - openly, even if there's some disagreement. As far as sharing those views beyond the confines of your immediate family - well that can get tricky I'm sure.
Unfortunately, I don't have a spouse who is open to even having those discussions - it's a closed book. A couple weeks ago, I'd managed to avoid attending church with her and the kids due to a backache (these illnesses pop up often with me on Sundays ). We went for a walk when she returned and she began telling me about the message that morning - the sermon on the mount. I asked what I thought was a fairly straightforward question: "Did the pastor address how he thought Matthew could recount the sermon verbatim about 40 years after the event when he wrote the gospel?" Here are the questions/comments I got rapid-fire without a chance to answer before she stormed off, walk over: "Are you saying you doubt the bible is the inerrant word of god - every word in it!?"; "Where did you come up with such a foolish thought to even question what the bible says?"; "Do you realize these thoughts come straight to you from satan - and you are his tool?!"; "You need to fall on your face in prayer for even having such foolish thoughts and you should take off work next week to study the word day in and day out to get your mind right!"' "If you have these foolish thoughts, keep them to yourself and don't even breathe a word of them to the kids - you can wallow in sin on your own."
I knew she wouldn't entertain "atheism" but I was a little shocked how a rather benign question prompted such vitriol... needless to say I know my place in the closet now for sure. She never brought it up again and I don't plan on it either...
You and others here have pointed out the need to look beyond the life in the closet and to make a "plan" for how I want to live my life - be it with her or without her. I think those are valid points and I'm struggling through that now, clearly my ideas of staying closeted and toughing it out are probably psychologically untenable.
Similarly, with your atheism, I'd hazard a guess, based on things you've said, that your wife is already beginning to realize that there's something going on there.
The wife asked afterward, "what was the point of that study - to try and make us doubt god's word?"
Please start taking steps to protect yourself in the event things go belly-up unexpectedly. Make off-site copies of all important documents, such as the house deed and birth certificates, and also make sure that your finances and hers aren't so entangled that she could literally empty the account and leave you with nothing if she kicks you out. Treat it like a burgeoning domestic violence situation, and Google "safety plan" for a list of suggestions.
one other thing:Quote from: neopagan on June 07, 2013, 09:02:23 AMThe wife asked afterward, "what was the point of that study - to try and make us doubt god's word?" sounds to me like she doubted.
PD - that would suck...plain and simple
I don't want to paint her as eveil personified, she's a very compassionate person (with those who agree with her).
I laughed at screw's advice about going all Pauline on her - but she would miss the irony of that and I'd be the bad guy.
You should try to find an atheist friend or two nearby. WTSHTF[1], your fundie friends may be unlikely to help you out. Look up a local humanist organization and make some contacts. Also, how is your work situation? Would that be in jeopardy if outed?http://www.oklahomaatheists.com/ 1. When The Shit Hits The Fan
Good to hear that you're already preparing, Neopagan.If you happen to have any cherished sentimental or heirloom items in the house that might get broken or disappeared (e.g. a teacup from your grandmother; a sports shirt from college), you might consider selectively preemptively disappearing them yourself... Under the guise of uncluttering the house.
You might try to tell her as the man, you are the head of the house, and her questioning your judgment and authority is not scriptural. If you think that comparing gospel accounts is a good lesson, then she'd better stfu and get with the goddamn program before you put your foot in her ass. If she wants fundie, give her fundie.
Sounds like you've attended this rodeo before...
I like the term "preemptively disappearing" - hey, where did the toaster go?
Yes, your fundy friends will suddenly be against you and instead for her. In his book Losing Faith in Faith, I think Dan Barker counted one former fundy who actually talked to him and possibly retained a friendship with him. Everyone else dumped him. He was ostracized.
Perhaps I can be of some help... The point is, they exist, together. He enjoys his life, she does her thing. They dont ostracize each other. They didnt go through a messy divorce. Me and my sisters are all fine and productive. I think both my sisters are atheists despite being raised in the church. But make no mistakes about it, mom is a fundie who, if you read my into, tried to cast the demons out of me when I told her I was atheist lol. Who then went on to repeat all the cliche's (as for me and my house... blah blah blah). You may be able to have a fulfilling and productive life if you just be you.


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annis wrote:There are currently no plans for such a list right now.
If someone came forward offering to run a BBG list, we could of course set that up easily.
Kat Doe wrote:
I have the 1st edition of Mounce but am willing to buy the second one too, if the group looks like a sure thing.
arslongus wrote:What kind of critical mass are we looking for here? 10? 12?
I can twist a few arms to see if there is any interest. How many do we have at this point?
rustymason wrote:I have the 1993 versions of the book and workbook which I assume are versions 1 (since they don't say). Let me know if I need to get versions 2.
arslongus wrote:Believe me, you want to use Mounce instead of Machen. For those not in a class, Machen is really tough sledding...
Mounce is very easy to follow, and he will have you reading the NT.
Kat Doe wrote:I don't see the workbook being offered or the flashcards or the plastic grammar review sheets.
rogersbre wrote:Hi - I would be interested in participating in a BBG study group.
rustymason wrote: I don't know what's up with the Mounce study group. I responded to an invitation to join, but haven't heard anything else since. Perhaps we are waiting for some teaching help.
Tracy wrote: I found my way to prior posts and Bert mentions an overload of interest in the study group and that once it was closed it was closed. That may be the delay in response you're experiencing.
I'm patient. If another group is started at a later date, hopefully I won't be a latecomer at signing up. If we could monitor the group that would be great too, but until then, we might be waiting a while.


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BOSTON -- The defense in the state probation department trial that opened Thursday argued that the prosecution's claim that three former probation officials engaged in a criminal scheme is "absurd," saying the state's former top administrative judge used the same hiring process to fill court officer positions.
Former Probation Commissioner John O'Brien and two former deputies, Elizabeth Tavares and William Burke III, are accused of rigging the department's hiring system to benefit politically connected applicants and then misleading those who may have been better qualified but failed to win the positions.
"No judge is charged, no legislator is charged," said defense lawyer John Amabile, who said former Chief Justice of Administration and Management Robert Mulligan received recommendations from the same elected officials as the defendants and called the charges "one-way bribery."
Amabile said two dozen probation officials who are witnesses are deemed unindicted co-conspirators, and said that includes the first prosecution witness Ellen Slaney, who took over as acting commissioner sometime after O'Brien's 2010 departure from the post.
In his opening, Assistant U.S. Attorney Fred Wyshak said O'Brien, Tavares and Burke had "treated jobs as political currency" offering the "highly sought after" positions to people sponsored by lawmakers who set the agency's budget in a bid by O'Brien to "build his own little government empire." Evidence will be introduced to show probation was "treated well by the Legislature at budget time," Wyshak said.
Wyshak said O'Brien was the "architect" of a scheme to fraudulently certify that hiring was made according to department protocol, which says appointments should be made "solely on the basis of merit" and through avoiding "the practice and appearance of nepotism or favoritism."
"This case does not criminalize patronage. What this case is about is the cover-up," Wyshak said.
Rather than appointing the "best and brightest" for the public safety positions – which required Mulligan's approval – Wyshak said appointments by the three were made to gain political capital, resulting in "their almost total abdication of their responsibility" in the hiring process.
"The judges in these courthouses are not part of this scheme to defraud," said Wyshak, who said the "sham" interview process wasted the time of judges and other probation officials. He said Mulligan, who has since retired, would testify.
In their three opening statements, the defense sought to prop up the accused as exemplary public officials, wrongfully accused for their participation in a process that is "routine" in state government and can be helpful in determining the best candidate.
"You're looking at three innocent people, absolutely clean-slate innocent people," said Jeffrey Denner, Tavares's attorney. Reiterating a point he made in his opening for reporters outside, Denner said, "If in fact the allegations are correct, then you need a lot more courtrooms and a lot more buildings to put all the people who should be defendants in this case. It's pretty clear this is not a crime where you need those buildings to round everybody up, legislators, judges, law enforcement people, attorneys general, everybody who's been a part of this entire process. I suspect that if it were a crime those people would be answerable as well. They're not, so I don't think these people should be either."
Attorneys for the three argued that taking the esteemed recommendations of lawmakers, who in at least some cases had direct experience with the applicants, allowed them to make better choices than would be possible if appointments were based solely on their performance in job interviews.
"They didn't get a single penny, not one dime for anything the government says they did," said Stellio Sinnis, O'Brien's attorney, who said in choosing candidates recommended by other officials, O'Brien was selecting "one qualified person over another qualified person."
Attorneys for "Jack" O'Brien, who lives in Quincy, "Liz" Tavares, who lives in Newton, and "Billy" Burke, of Hatfield, said the three had devoted their careers to public safety.
Wyshak raised the circumstances of Pat Lawton, son of a judge and former state representative, who was hired after alleged manipulation of the interview process, and then fired after an arrest for cocaine less than two years after he started.
"Soon as he did something wrong, Jack O'Brien fired the guy," said Amabile.
The alleged scheme lasted from 2000, shortly before the Legislature granted more appointing authority to the commissioner, until 2010, and Sinnis argued that over that long a period there will be mistaken hires, while arguing that Lawton was qualified, with a law degree and having worked previously for a district attorney.
Wyshak described a meeting between O'Brien and former Speaker Tom Finneran, who were "close friends" and decided to change the law to give the commissioner more hiring authority. He said O'Brien lobbied other lawmakers to approve the plan, saying there would be patronage jobs available.
The federal prosecutor said the hiring in probation differed from legal forms of political patronage because rather than appointing friends and neighbors, O'Brien offered lawmakers the opportunity to place people in positions that start at more than $40,000 per year, accruing "political currency" in the process.
"You'll hear evidence that the probation department was always treated well by the Legislature at budget time," Wyshak said.
After alleged patronage within the probation department came to light in 2010, lawmakers revamped their ethical requirements, putting strictures around the job recommendation process.
"None of this entire scheme was any secret," said Sinnis, who said Mulligan hired court officers "using recommendations from the exact same people that Jack did."
Amabile, the attorney for Burke, said the case includes "exquisite irony," noting the courthouse is named after former Congressman Joseph Moakley and the nearby Tip O'Neill Tunnel is named for the storied former speaker of the U.S. House.
"They helped people get jobs for decades," said Amabile. He said, "And what happened is, ladies and gentlemen of the jury, they got a tunnel named after them."
Judge William Young adjourned court Thursday soon after Slaney began her testimony. Edward McDermott, who was on the probation interview panels, and former first deputy commissioner John Cremens are expected to be the next witnesses called to the stand by the prosecution.
Last week, defense attorneys filed a list of potential witnesses and individuals associated with the case, which is populated with judges, lawmakers and law enforcement officials.
As O'Brien was leaving the courthouse Thursday afternoon, he advised a reporter running ahead of him to watch out for a nearby seagull as hitting one would be a "federal offense."
Mere steps away Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, a former state representative who appears on the defense list, was chatting with some construction workers before heading into an event in the Seaport.
Asked if he expected to be called to testify, Walsh told the News Service, "Not at all."
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Taft College looks to shake off last week's dismal hitting performance with a three-game home series with Monterey Peninsula College today and tomorrow.
They square off today at 1:30 on the TC campus field and play a doubleheader Saturday beginning at 10:30 a.m.
The Cougars got good pitching and defense in last weekend's three-game set with Siskiyous and Barstow but lost two of the three because of weak hitting.
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Freshman leadoff hitter Travis Tessandori has been on a torrid pace for the Cougars, hitting .458. Catcher Dayton Kurian is at .333, Luis Trinidad .217 and Clint Jorgensen .208. Everyone else is below .200.
Allan Sanchez leads the pitching staff with a 1.12 earned run average, 15 strikeouts and just two walks in 16 innings.
Kevin Little has a 1.12 ERA as well in eight innings of work, Matt Gunderson 1.69 in five and a third innings, and Brandon Van Stone 2.02 in 13.1 innings.
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