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94 N. Main Street, Jasper, GA - (706) 253-2457
David Andrews
David Andrews, age 44 of Jasper, died Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009.
Mr. Andrews was a restaurant cook and a member of Corinth Baptist Church.
Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Cleo Anderson, Jasper; nephews, Eddie, Orion and Hunter Andrews; niece, Brittany Andrews; great-niece, Kaydin Andrews; and special aunt, Patsy Tippens. Several other aunts, uncles and cousins also survive.
The funeral service was held Thursday, Nov. 12 at 2 p.m. from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with the Revs. Gene Cornelison, Russell Nations and Johnny McPherson officiating. Interment followed in Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery.
Billy Sams
Billy Edward Sams, age 63 of Jasper, died Nov. 8, 2009 at his residence.
Mr. Sams worked as a well-driller much of his life and served in the Vietnam War.
Survivors include his sons, Billy ?Brandon? Sams, Jasper and Benjamine Scott Sams, Calhoun, La.; daughters, Candice Hulsey, Canton, and Kelli Dickey, Livingston, La.; and brother, Jimmy Sams, Canton. Six grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive.
Mr. Sams was cremated. South Canton Funeral Home & Chapel in charge of arrangements.
Rex Satterfield, Sr.
Rex Satterfield, Sr., age 56 of Talking Rock, passed away Nov. 11, 2009 at Atlanta VA Medical Center.
Mr. Satterfield was a carpenter, a Vietnam vet and was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include his son, Donald Rex Satterfield, Jr., Talking Rock; daughters, Angie Barnes, Talking Rock, Bethany Feehery, Ball Ground, Amy Satterfield, Woodstock, and Donna Ralston, Jasper; brother, Harold D. Satterfield, Marble Hill; sisters, Gail King, Waleska, and Janice Rhodes, Rome; and fiancee, Tammy Hancock, Talking Rock. Seventeen grandchildren, one great-grandchild and several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.
The funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13 from the Chapel of South Canton Funeral Home with the Rev. Trammell Rhodes officiating. Interment followed in Mt. Olive Baptist Church Cemetery.
Erma Herendon
Mrs. Erma ?Nell? L. Herendon, age 82 of Talking Rock, Ga., passed away Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009 at Wildwood Health Center.
Mrs. Herendon was a member of Arbor Hill Baptist Church in Pickens County.
Survivors include her children, George, Tommy and Jimmy L. Clark, Randy Reed and Kathy Bishop, all of Jasper; sister, Sara Eubanks, Ball Ground; and brothers, Grady Gayton, Ellijay, and T.J. Keener, Nelson. Thirteen grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews also survive.
The funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10 from Arbor Hill Baptist Church with the Revs. Keith Cook and Mike Byess officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Sosebee Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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Irene Fitz
Mrs. Irene E. Fitz, age 93 of Alabama, formerly of Jasper, Ga., died Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009 at Gadsden Health and Rehabilitation Center in Gadsden, Al. following an extended illness.
She was the daughter of the late Anton and Ester Toth. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Kermit R. Fitz, and her son, David A Fitz. Irene was a Pink Lady at the hospital, active in the Jasper Lioness Club and was a member of the Jasper First Baptist Church.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Deborah and William Bays, Waynesboro, Va.; daughter-in-law, Susan R. Fitz, Gadsden; grandchildren, Susan Frost and husband Gordon, Rainbow City, Al., Buck Tucker and wife Lori, Boaz, Al., April Hill, Trussville, Al.; Roy Tucker and wife Lori, Boaz, Al., Adrienne Barker and husband Justin, Stuarts Draft, Va., and Scott Bays, Waynesboro, Va.; great-grandchildren, Noah Frost, Cayden and Jayce Tucker and Bailey Humphries; and step-grandchild, Chuck Wert.
The funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13 from Jasper First Baptist Church with Dr. Jimmy Lewis officiating. Interment followed in Long Swamp Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were: Luke Denson, Ray Ferrell, Harry Brooks, Jimmy Low, Steve Marsh and Roy Tucker. The family requests memorials be made to Jasper First Baptist Church, 198 E Church St., Jasper, Ga. 30143. Roper Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Barbara Kirk
Mrs. Barbara Elizabeth Kirk, age 62 of Talking Rock, Ga., died Monday, Nov. 9, 2009 at Piedmont Mountainside Hospital in Jasper following a sudden illness.
Born June 7, 1947 in Rutherford County, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Hal George and Mary Hill Cunningham West. Mrs. Kirk worked in customer service with Heritage Propane in Ellijay after her retirement of 32 years with Atlanta Gas Co.
Survivors include her husband, Ronnie Kirk, Talking Rock; daughter, Leigh Ann Thompson, Florida; sister and brother-in-law, Cathy and Lindsay Gregory, Ellijay; brother and sister-in-law, Danny and Lynda West, Marietta; brother-in-law and spouse, Hugh and Frances Gravely, Jasper; and father-in-law, Hobby Kirk, Talking Rock. Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends also survive.
The funeral service was held at 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13 from Roper Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Jerry Helton and Tyler Gregory officiating. Interment followed in Talking Rock Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were: Danny West, Lindsay, Kyle and Tyler Gregory and Rusty and Jamie Gravely. Flowers were accepted or donations may be made to the March of Dimes, Attn: DRFR, 1775 The Exchange, Ste. 245, Atlanta, Ga. 30339.
Fred Kittle, Jr.
Mr. Fred Kittle, Jr., age 75 of Jasper, Ga., died Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009 at his residence following an extended illness.
Born Feb. 4, 1934 in Jackson County, Ga., he was the son of the late Fred, Jr. and Pearl Robinson Kittle. Mr. Kittle was a US Army vet having served in the Korean Conflict and had worked as an automobile mechanic.
Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Peggy Kittle, Jasper; daughters, MayLynn White, Mayesville, Ga., Gale Hawkins, Eatonton, and Nan Fick, Covington; step-daughters, Anita Daugherty, Jasper, and Tina Lee Chambers, Cumming; several grandchildren; brother, the Rev. Roy Kittle, Milledgeville; half-brother, Johnny Hutchins, Milledgeville; and sister, Polly Sellers, Union City. Several nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.
A graveside service was held at noon on Thursday, Nov. 12 at Lake Forest Memorial Park Cemetery with the Rev. Roy Kittle officiating. Pallbearers were: Tim Harkins, Joey Kittle, Chip White, Ms. Misha Charters, Glenn Ferguson, Marie Goode, Dean Pruitt and Jerome Roberts.
Rev. Eulan Bruce
The Rev. Eulan Bruce, age 73 of Canton, passed Monday evening, Nov. 9, 2009 at Wellstar-Kennestone Hospital, Marietta.
Survivors include his son, Steve Bruce, Canton; daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Sonny Padgett, Canton; brother, Winston Bruce, Jasper; and sisters, Jane Mulkey, Alpharetta, Grace Kirk, Jasper, and Eunice Steadman, Rome. Four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren also survive.
The funeral service was held Thursday, Nov. 12 at 2 p.m. from Long Swamp Baptist Church with the Revs. Lamar Frady and Greg Koch officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery with Roy Bishop, Russell Segars, Terry Butterworth, Shane and Andrew Jones and Matthew Padgett serving as pallbearers. Cagle Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
T.C. Cantrell
Mr. T.C. Cantrell, age 68 of Talking Rock, Ga., passed at his residence early Tuesday morning, Nov. 10, 2009.
Survivors include his sons and daughters-in-law, Jeffrey and Lori Cantrell and Jason and Angel Cantrell, all of Talking Rock; daughters and sons-in-law, Lisa and Johnny Stanley, Talking Rock, and Teresa and Gary Hightower, Jasper; brothers, G.W. Cantrell, Fairmount, and Howard Cantrell, Talking Rock; and sister, Jean Cantrell. Nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews also survive.
The funeral service was held Thursday, Nov. 12 at 11 a.m. from Talking Rock Baptist Church with the Revs. Kenneth Kirk and Robert Allen officiating. Interment followed in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were: Gary Cantrell, Randy, Josh and David Stanley, Travis Gilreath and Kenney Weaver. Honorary pallbearers were: Dylan McCard, Ben Cantrell and Jeffrey Cantrell, Jr. The family did accept flowers or donations may be made to assist with the funeral expense. Cagle Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Lucille Wehunt
Mrs. Lucille Wehunt of Tate passed early Thursday morning, Nov. 12, 2009 at Wildwood Health Care, Talking Rock.
Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Jimmy and Ann Wehunt, Dahlonega, and Tommy and Connie Wehunt, Jasper; daughter and son-in-law, Gail and Marvin Brown, Jasper; and sister, Ophelia Mitchell, Canton. Three grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and several nieces also survive.
The funeral service was held Saturday, Nov. 14 at 11 a.m. from Bethesda Baptist Church. Interment followed in Four Mile Baptist Church Cemetery with Keith Gilbert, Lester Smith, Scott and Raymond Quinton, Sean Bozeman and Jeff Wehunt serving as pallbearers. Cagle Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Jody Hight
Mr. Jody Lee Hight, age 21 of Adairsville, passed away Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009 at Gordon Hospital from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.
Born in Bartow County, Ga. on March 15, 1988, he was the son of Sammy and Jean Hamrick Hight. Mr. Hight was a graduate of Adairsville High School and had been employed by the City of Cartersville Water Department. He was preceded in death by three of his grandparents, James Hamrick and Pauline and Jim Hight.
Survivors include his fiancee and expecting mother, Tiffany Coward, Adairsville; parents, Sammy and Jean Hight, Adairsville; sister and brother-in-law, Stacy and Aaron Kline, Adairsville; grandmother, Reva Hamrick, Ranger; niece, Hannah Stanley; and nephew, Austin Devier. Several aunts and uncles also survive.
The funeral service was held Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. from the Adairsville Church of God with the Revs. Johnny Atkins and Steve Morrow officiating. The body did lie in state at the church from 1 p.m. until the funeral hour. Interment followed in Eastview Cemetery, Adairsville. Pallbearers were: Russ Morrow, Anthony McConnell, Chris Alford, John and Bradley Atkins and Randy Harris. Honorary pallbearers were: Dale Wooten, Austin Devier, Ray Knalls, Grayson Childers, Mark Abernathy and Lance Robinson. R. Dudley Barton & Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.


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New species discovered in Brunei's Heart of Borneo region
A two-year bio-diversity study of Brunei's Sungai Ingei Conservation Forest (SICF) has revealed several new species to science and several more never before recorded in Brunei.
Located on the south west of Belait District, bordering the Gunung Mulu National Park in Sarawak, just 30km from the World Heritage Site of Mulu Caves, Sungai Ingei has been shown to be one of Brunei's major wildlife strongholds.
Led by Dr Joseph Charles from the University Brunei Darussalam (UBD), the study was carried out by scientists from the three Heart of Borneo countries - Brunei, Indonesia and Malaysia.
"The purpose of this scientific study was to produce a database for the country so that future conservation management of wildlife can be well formulated," said Dr Charles, speaking at the February launch of an exhibition of the study's findings at the Empire Hotel, in Brunei Darussalam.
The SICF is a small area of 18,491 hectares, yet the survey revealed a huge number of faunal species including: 35 species of fish (six being new records for Brunei), 38 species of amphibians, two new species of frog-biting midges, 12 reptile species, 14 species of birds and 97 mammal species (including 28 species of bats).
Comparisons between SICF and other forest areas in the region, such as Kayan Mentarang National Park in Kalimantan, Maliau Basin Conservation Area in Sabah, and Gunung Mulu National Park in Sarawak, reveal that the Sungai Ingei shows the largest mammal species diversity, despite its small size.
Discussions are already underway around a proposal to link SICF with Mulu National Park in Sarawak, thereby achieving a trans-boundary milestone under the Heart of Borneo Initiative committed to by the three governments in 2007.
According to Brunei's Heart of Borneo Centre, Acting CEO, Mahmud Hj Yussof, Sungai Ingei's rich bio-diversity has the potential to contribute greatly to the economy and individual livelihoods, particularly in the area of eco-tourism. "By having ecotourism or nature tourism, we do not have to clear the forest, we just need to conserve it and promote it by recognizing its biodiversity values," he said.
The study had the backing of his Royal Highness, Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, who spoke during the Heart of Borneo Seminar, highlighting the richness of Brunei's pristine forests and noting the country's potential to become a world class centre for tropical forest research.
Standard Chartered Bank, were major sponsors of the survey and speaking at the exhibition, its CEO, Ms Lai Pei-Si, expressed her satisfaction at the results indicating that the bank would continue to support HoB Initiatives in the country.
The Sungai Ingei Conservation Forest survey was also supported by a number of other partners including Brunei Shell Petroleum, HSBC, Panaga Natural History Society and Brunei Nature Society.

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Peter Sculthorpe is a celebrated Australian composer and an Australian Living Treasure. Born in Tasmania, he has been composing since the age of seven. His distinctive music, which has Asian and Aboriginal influences, often evokes the contours, harsh beauty and sounds of the Australian bush. Famous Sculthorpe works include Kakadu (1988), Earth cry (1992) and Requiem (2004), which featured didgeridoo soloist William Barton.
Danelle Bergstrom, who paints landscapes as well as portraits, has long been fascinated by Sculthorpe and his music and has been doing research about him for some time now. 'What initially interested me was an affinity I felt we shared: a passion and inspiration derived from our emotional connection with the expressive Australian landscape,' she says.
'Always generous with his time, Peter and I worked together in his home and my studio where he and his music have been a great inspiration to me. I worked on many ideas and images, developing several paintings while listening to his CDs. It has been a journey of discovery visually and musically, revealing many similarities and connections between music and art, both conceptually and within the creative process, to visualise sound and listen to imagery.'
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BMW 5-Series Lease Questions
z4maudioman Posts: 100Sure linht...here is the info you requested....
I purchased the vehicle from Sonnen BMW in San Rafael. My sales advisor was Jerry Blomgren. Nice guy. It was a pretty easy deal. No BS. You would need to buy a vehicle in their inventory though. I doubt you would get a deal like that if they need to trade for the car with another dealer. I'm also not sure how many similar deals they would be willing to do. Mine might have been an exception because it was a higher MSRP vehicle which might have been harder for them to move.
Hope that helps.0
tomax Posts: 34This seems like an excellent deal, but wanted to ask what is the MSD as that sounds like it helped bring down the monthly cost significantly. Also, what area are you buying the car? I was only eligible for the $2000 rebate and best I received so far was $695 paying invoice minus rebate.
rparik01 Posts: 3Hello,
I am looking at a 2013 535 M sport. I have been offered the car at invoice, but recently found out it has about 3k miles on it. What kind of discount should I be looking for from here? Thanks.0
msd is Multiple Security Deposit
Bmw takes msd for lower money factor
here is NJ
my rebates are
holiday 2000
loyalty 750
BMW apps 500
Plus 3 months payment wave for early return of current leased car0
This seems like a good deal. What dealership are you using?
I was just quoted a 2013 535 X-Drive with the following:
Metallic Paint
Cold Weather Package
Tech Package
39 mos
10,000 miles/ year
Payment $609/ mo (including tax)
$2,200 Out of Pocket
Thought this was a great deal until I read your blog.0
What is BMW Apps rebate? Is your current car a BMW? (for early lease return)0
Yes I have 2010 BMW they offered me 3 month early return and after dl of BMW apps they offer $500 for 5 $300 for 3 and $700 for 7 I think BMW finance company company can get this rebate0
Thanks, what dealership are you using? Can you provide name of salesperson?0
benchidai Posts: 1This is really a sweet deal!!
I have a questions.
For the Royalty ($750) and the Ultimate Driving App ($500)... do I have to be a current "returning" BMW buyer?? :confuse: Is there any way that someone like me who wants to get into the BMW family can get such a sweet deal as well?
$1250 additional off is quite a lot to give up :*(
I've gotten a quote on a 535i with navi, rear view, sport seat, parking sensor (MSRP $59500)
for $548+tax, $2200 total drive off (for 24 months, 12K, and maxed out on MSD)
Is this a good deal? How low can I ask for? :confuse:0
quintop Posts: 6Guys, this board has been very helpful in my leasing process. Wanted to give back by providing the forum with another data point:
535i, Alpine White, Black Dakota Leather
$2,900.00 - M Sport Package
$1,500.00 - Premium Package
$2,800.00 - Technology Package
$500.00 - Sport automatic transmission with shift paddles
$1,300.00 - Multi-contour seats
$500.00 - Heated front seats
$895.00 - Destination Charge
Invoice - $58,975
Negotiated price - $57,975
Capitalized cost - $56,644
Residual (73%) - $46,351
Bank leasing fee - $725.00
Holiday rebate - ($2,000.00)
Loyalty rebate - ($750.00)
Tax on cap reduction - $213.13
License & registration - $499.75
Documentation Fee - $80.00
First month's payment - $600.80
Cash due at close - ($700.00)
Term - 24 months
Miles - 12k per year
Residual - 73%
Money factor - 0.00125
Depreciation per month - $428.85
Rent per month - $128.74
Base payment - $557.59
Tax - $43.21
Payment - $600.80
I was pretty happy with where I ended up... a $600 payment with 12k miles per year and only $700 due at close!0
Hi bchips. The numbers that you were quoted are indeed correct. The numbers for the '13 535i are .00125 / 58%.
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Hi rparik01. That looks like the cash that was available for leftover 2012 models. BMW is providing cash this month on the 2013 535i, but it's only $2,000. There's an additional $750 available to loyal customers.
If I was in the market for this car in an area that has a decent level of competition, I personally would shoot for a selling price of $500 to $1,000 over the invoice price that is listed here at Edmunds.com minus the available cash incentives.
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Hi rparik01. Unless you're talking about getting this car at dealer invoice minus the available cash incentives this wouldn't even be a great deal on a brand new one with no miles on it.
The problem that I personally have with demo vehicles is that dealers never seem to be willing to discount what is essentially to me a low mileage used vehicle enough for my taste.
I personally would want a selling price of well below invoice, at least $1,000 under, minus the $2,000 cash incentive ($2,750 for loyal customers) that BMW is providing on this car right now. I'm not sure that any dealer would be willing to do that, but that's what it would take to get me to bite on this car.
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Congratulations on getting your new BMW quintop. Thanks for taking the time to give back and share the details of your deal with everyone. Real-world examples like this are always helpful for others who are in the market for something similar.
Happy Holidays and enjoy your new ride :shades: !
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bbaim Posts: 17Hello,
Looking to see what the current money factors and residuals are for a 550i. Looking for help with a 36/48 mos lease with 15k miles/yr. Any help would be greatly appreciated!0
Here you go bbaim. BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2013 BMW 550i Sedan with 15,000 miles per year are .00125 and 55% for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier.
The numbers for an otherwise identical 42-month lease are .00125 and 46%.
I gave you the 42-month numbers instead of the 48-month numbers because the 42 month money factor is better.
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would you be able to mention the dealer name & salesperson as well if possible ?
I'm also in NJ & looking to lease a 535Xi myself as well & If I get the same deal as yourself then i'll probably just go & lease it without too many questions.
Would be really helpful if you can give me the details.
Thanks in advance.0
Hi Quintop,
where did you get this deal from ? can you share some more details on dealership & if possible sales person's name ?
I'm in the market to lease a similar 535 BMW but not getting a deal anywhere close to yours.
any help will be greatly appreciated.
dam9017 Posts: 5Carman
Do you have any info on current leasing rates on M5 looking at 36-39 months at 12K miles per year0
espec30 Posts: 4I'm in SoCal, and I'm not getting anything close to what "quintop" got his 535i for. Checked most of the dealerships in the area, and this is about what I've been quoted:
535i white with blk, with Premium/Navigation/Driver assistance package - $55,680 (MSRP 59,295)
36 months
15,000 a year mileage
Money factor - .00125
$2,750 cap reduction (holiday + loyalty)
Due at signing - $2,500
$687.34 a month including tax
Not getting anything close to others on this. Someone even quoted me around $800 for 2013 535i, prem, nav, white on blk, no down, lease 15k miles, 36 months.
What should I be getting in LA on this?0
topgun7 Posts: 412Not getting anything close to others on this. Someone even quoted me around $800 for 2013 535i, prem, nav, white on blk, no down, lease 15k miles, 36 months. What should I be getting in LA on this?
I think you need to focus on the 24 month lease deal (74% residual for 10k mi per year, 73% for 12K and 71% for 15k). It is the Dec special for West coast and Florida (?? not sure about the rest of east coast). And each dealer has only limited number of this 24K mi lease that they can offer.
The dealer only will do it for dealer inventory (or you pay higher so that they will go through the trouble to swap car with other dealer that may have the combo that you seek). And the dealer who still has allocation would want higher price. So the best bet is to look for dealer inventory and figure get a list of 528/535 that you may be interested in, get a dealer that is willing to get the car for you and still have these 24m lease allotment and go from there. It is almost a guarantee that you won't be able to get the best deal right now since the most aggressive dealer are done for the year and ran out of their allotment already.
But the deal is still pretty sweet if you can get close to invoice. The 24month lease special add roughly 5% (Car_man can confirm that) to the residual as compare to the rest of the country that don't have this special. So we are getting roughly $3000 support + interest + tax discount on a $60k MSRP car (roughly $3600 all in) on our 24 payments (roughly $150 per month) on top of the 2000 holiday credit (roughly $90 a month). I am shopping in N. Cal also and I ran a sample lease calculating the difference between a 36 month lease and the 24 months special. The 2 year lease come out $611 a month vs the 36 months lease come out to $704 with exactly the same discount, number of MSDs, holiday credit and money factor.0
topgun7 Posts: 412I have an excellent experience picking up a Deep Sea Blue, Venetian Beige Leather, from East Bay BMW in N. Cal today with a 2 years 24Kmi lease
Premium, Tech, Cold Weather, Dynamic Handling, Rear view camera, park distance, Premium HiFi. MSRP: 65320 Invoice 60635 selling price at 60635, 7 MSDs
Drive off 4550 (MSDs) + 1290 (first month + registration + some misc mandatory fee)= 5840 (they allow max of $5000 charge on credit card).
Money factor: 0.00076 (after the MSD) ; Residual 73%
Monthly payment: 619.57 including 8.25% sales tax.
My CA (he is general sales manager), threw in a couple travel mugs and a set of all weather mats (The mugs and mats make my wife very happy.. The car make me very happy 8-)). The whole buying experience was very smooth, locating the right car is the hardest part.
Hunting for the right 535 is pretty difficult in N. California now if one want light color interior (Oyster, Cinnamon Brown, or Venetian Beige) with reasonably equipment. Most of the remaining stock units have black interior. Some dealer that are willing to do aggressive deal but have no 24 months special lease left. Other dealers who have those 24 months special lease available are not wiling to discount. It took my CA a couple days (we started the process on the 27th) to locate the deep sea Blue 535 for us. Initially we found a car in Concord BMW that fit my need but we were on hold for a day because they had a deal pending on that car. Yesterday, it took my CA two hours to got agreement for the Deep sea Blue 535 from Weatherford BMW and a couple more hours to do the physical swapping.
Given how late it is in the game (only 3 more days to go?). Looks like the best strategy is to find a dealer who still has those 24 months special lease available, negotiate the price (invoice + xx), And then try to locate the right car in other dealers inventory and do the swapping. Going from dealer to dealer to try to find the right car and the right deal is going to be very difficult.0
rparik01 Posts: 3Thanks Car_Man,
I actually worked out a FANTASTIC deal by BLOOMFIELD BMW and would recommend everybody to go there. Stay away from Morristown BMW (where I wouldn't send my worst enemy.) Although, the competition in the area definitely helped and I was able to get a 2013 535xi with a $69,870 MSRP for $63,650 (about $600 below Edmunds invoice and $1000 under dealer indicated invoice.) Plus an additional $4,250 in rebates. Essentially, I paid $59,400 for this car. And the real kicker.....I ordered it to my specs. My advice, if I may, is read this website, understand the numbers, create an excel file with formulas, and do your negotiations over the phone. My big mistake was taking Morristown's word for their promotion then driving there and having them tell me they weren't going to give me what they promised so I wasted half of my Saturday. Can't say enough good things about Bloomfield BMW.0
ankitpoo Posts: 23hi car_man,
can you please provide me with January BMW 550ix 10K mile/year 36 months lease rate. what is the MF and residule value. rite now i am getting a quote for 550ix MSRP $66,545, MF .00130, resv 63%. are the MF and resv correct as per top tier credit. Negotiated price is $60,500.00. your help would be greatly appreciated. Thanx!0
Hi dam9017. BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2013 M5 with 12,000 miles per year are .00130 and 51% for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier.
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You're very welcome rparik01. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the dealerships and the details of your deal with everyone.
Enjoy your new ride :shades: !
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Here you go, ankitpoo. BMW Financial Services' January buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2013 550xi Sedan with 10,000 miles per year are .00130 and 63% for consumers who qualify for its top credit tiers.
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bocabmw Posts: 5Carman, Any deals on early out of a current 2011 535 lease to "pull ahead" would love to get another one soon as i am at 31K/36K miles lease with 6 payments left of $825
mkbond Posts: 6Carman, do you know the 36mo MF / 10,000 per year for the 2013 535i? Thanks!0
Hi bocabmw. Unfortunately, BMW's current early lease termination program is for current lesses of 2012 models. I don't think that you'll be able to get out of an '11 model cheaply at this point.
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Installing Brake And Clutch Pedals In A Ford F-1
One of the most common modifications when it comes to classic trucks is engine and transmission swaps. But with said modifications comes many others that are sometimes not taken into consideration at first. Oftentimes it's necessary to modify the chassis to accept a heavier engine or one that mounts in a different manner than the original. Boxing the framerails is a common modification done to strengthen the frame and give the motor something solid to mount to. Modifications to the firewall are also a common necessity when it comes to installing a late-model overdrive automatic transmission. But one thing that is often overlooked at first are the pedals.
While some stock applications may be acceptable, most of the time it will be deemed necessary to replace the entire assembly with one that is designed to work with the other components being installed. This is not only easier than modifying the original components; it ensures that the geometry is correct when it comes to pedal ratio. We chose to use a Total Cost Involved brake and clutch pedal mounting kit since it is set up out of the box with the correct length pedals for the F-1 series trucks and accepts a standard Wilwood-style clutch master cylinder and dual brake master cylinder with a 7-inch booster. That is quite an improvement over the fruit jar-style master cylinder and solid clutch linkage original to the truck.
The original pedal assembly was incorporated into a crossmember that also acted as the transmission mount. At some point in the past, the crossmember in my truck was cut out, most likely to make room for a different drivetrain combo. The two stubs at either end were left in place but will be removed before the new pedal kit is installed. The driver's side stub, however, is what the stock pedals mount to and it would be wise to give ourselves a baseline as to where the stock brake pedal was located as a comparison reference once the new pedal kit is in place. To accomplish this, I made a simple pointer out of solid steel rod that was bent to mark where the stock brake pedal sat in the upright position. This gave me a point of reference once the old pedals were removed and the new kit was being located. Once in place, it's just a matter of maneuvering both pedals to clear the chassis and engine bellhousing, bolting the cab back down, and ensuring everything is in the right place.
With the master cylinders under the floor, it was necessary to make a couple of access panels, which I fabricated from 16-gauge aluminum. A pair of pedal trim pieces from Yogi's were also installed to clean up the floor and give a finished look to where the pedals exit the floor. Now that the master cylinders are in place, it's almost time to start bending brake lines and plumbing the rest of the truck. Stay tuned!


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We've all been there, confronted by a brigade of angry Tusken Raiders or cornered by a grumpy bounty hunter demanding that extra bit of cash.
Thankfully Pocket-lint has come up with a crash course in Star Wars languages to get you through situations where even a Jedi mind trick would fail. Say you are about to set out on an adventure throughout the Galaxy... well you are going to want to learn these phrases; even if you're just about to boot up the new Star Wars Blu-ray, either way follow this guide and you will be shouting ootini like a proper Jawa in no time.
What to do if you run into Jabba the Hut
Huttese is a common language and used by plenty of people throughout the universe. It's most often heard on places like Tattoine and other less friendly corners of the Hut's empire. Even the massively famous Max Rebo Band communicate and sing in Huttese.
Other than Galactic Basic, Huttese is the most common spoken language out there so you're going to want to pick a few phrases up if you plan on venturing out from the safety of Rebel space. You could opt for the slightly easy route and head to the Baobab school of speed learning or, if you are even lazier, stick these few phrases into your brain to keep things running smoothly when you bump into a grumpy Hut.
Useful phrases
Achute, my pee kasa ---- - Hello my name is ----
Chuba doompa, dopa-maskey kung! - You low-down, two-faced scum!
U kulle rah doe kankee kung - You are my kind of scum
Ees hoppada nopa! - I'm not going to pay that!
Va foppa gee wontahumpa? -Does that come with a warranty?
Dopa na rocka rocka? -Does this cause brain damage?
Meecooda joggdu stafa do tah poda - I could run faster than your pod
Huttese in action
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Keel-ee calleya ku kah - You disappoint me
Koose cheekta nei, -Bring her to me
Shag youngee, - Slave girl
How to outsmart a bounty hunter
Pesky bounty hunters, always ignoring the whole light and dark side balance of the force and generally arriving right when you don't want them to. Thankfully, most bounty hunters are massively dumb, meaning a few choice words or perhaps even making the decision to shoot first (Han Solo, we're looking at you), can result in a quick and easy victory.
Every bounty hunter has a price and most will lay off your back if you can convince them to look for trouble elsewhere. It's all about negotiation. Problem is that bounty hunters can come from just about every corner of the Galaxy, so you are going to want to rely on Galactic Basic as a language in order to communicate. It's easy to learn as it is conveniently, just about, identical to English. Writing it, however, is a different matter altogether. So here are a few Aurebesh (the common writing system) words scribbled down in case you fancy sending a Bounty Hunter an email before he arrives and starts asking difficult questions.
Hello how are you?
How much are they paying you?
I'll pay you double...
I too have a thermal detonator
Carbonite gets it right but a blaster is faster
Aurebesh in action
Watch out for:
The screen on the Death Star II controls reads total gibberish if attempted to translate. This is prior to proper understanding of the Aurebesh writing system.
Droid misbehaving? Try this
It isn't often that droids get up to mischief. Most prefer to do as they're told and help out wherever possible. Things can go wrong, though. Wires can get crossed and circuits fried. Given the entire Galactic population is now about half that of the number of droids in existence, learning a bit of binary can help keep you up to speed on how your bot is feeling.
It tends to be protocol droids in charge of human/machine relations that cause problems, particularly those fluent in over 6 million methods of communication. If, for some reason, they should begin to misbehave, try these different noises and phrases out. We understand not everyone has vocal chords capable of producing binary, so give this translator a go if you are facing problems.
Turn off the power!!! - A single one second falling note beep.
Stop! - Two note chirp while holding up hand with your palm open
Emergency!!! - A long siren noise
Leave me alone, I will do it myself - Keep making the noise 'ank' and slap the droid until it leaves.
Binary in action
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Woooooooooooooo - I'm scared
How to persuade your Wookie to let you give him a shave
Wookies are the most faithful of intergalactic pals and perfect to take with you on any Galaxy-saving adventures. The downside is that they frequently misbehave and, at times, their hair can prove seriously problematic on the hoovering front not to mention the odour.
Behaviour is an easy one, you simply need to look them straight in the eye and let them know who's boss. A trim of the coat, however, is not so straightforward. Wookies seriously don't like having their manes clipped, so you need to select some choice phrases in order to keep your furry friend in trim.
Wookies speak Shyriiwook - a language deliberately complex in structure in order to restrict it to their own species. It involves different pitched screams and howls in order to get the message across, and whilst it might seem very straightforward and simple, actually it has almost infinite depth. Making the actual noise itself isn't particularly easy, so why not try out this straightforward instructional video.
I'm not happy about this situation. - RRRrrruurgh! Arrggg!
How do you give your fur that shine? - Yaag ruggwah maw huah huah?
Who was that Wookiee I saw you with last night? - Wugaga hu uwamma Woohiee wa-ah?
I already have a suction droid. - Mu ah waa gaa a yukshin oid.
I am a friend. - Ruh gwyaaaag.
I think my arm has been pulled out of the socket. - Wua ga ma uma ahuma ooma.
Shyriwook in action
Listen for:
Awaaaa - Go!!!
Ur oh - Thanks
Wwrcahwowhwa - Friend
Enjoy Star Wars? Tried the Blu-ray yet? Know any better phrases?


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Sail away into a new season of reading as a raft of romantic sagas aims to set hearts aflutter.
From a duchess desperate for true love and a Victorian woman facing a kidnapping of the heart to a compelling tale from much-loved Liverpool author Lyn Andrews and family sagas set during the grim wartime years, there are books to enchant, enthral and entertain.
From Liverpool with Love by Lyn Andrews
Liverpool-born Lyn Andrews is now firmly established as the romance queen of the north and her 36th book packs the same magical brand of superb storytelling, gritty reality and heart-melting romance.
Little Jane Shaw and her brother Alfie know more than children should about the tougher side of life in 1920s Liverpool. After their father's tragic death, the Brownlow Hill Workhouse in the heart of the city's slums is the only refuge for their mother Ellen. When Ellen also dies, the youngsters have only each other to depend on.
Jane's opportunity to make good comes when she gets a job in the Empire Laundry and is given a home by her mother's old friend Ada Ellis whose son Joe has been the apple of Jane's eye since childhood. When Joe breaks her heart, Jane throws herself into her work and soon she gets herself noticed by the owner of the laundry, James Davenport. But Alfie is a constant worry to her. Drawn into criminal activity by the promise of easy pickings, he is on a dangerous path.
Can Jane forget Joe and find with James the kind of happiness an orphaned girl dreams of? And what will become of Alfie who seems hell-bent on a criminal career and whose plans are a threat to his sister's future?
A spellbinding portrayal of the lives and loves of the hardy folk of Liverpool…
(Headline, hardback, £14.99)
Four Nights With The Duke by Eloisa James
Surprisingly for a Shakespeare professor, New Yorker Eloisa James has made a reputation for herself as a writer of escapist Regency romps… with the emphasis very much on love, laughter and lust.
Four Nights With The Duke, another fabulous story in her bestselling Desperate Duchesses series, has all those traditional ingredients of romance and adventure but with a large and irresistible helping of wry humour to add extra potency to the compelling mix.
As a young girl, Emilia (Mia) Gwendolyn Carrington told the annoying future Duke of Pindar that she would marry any man in the world before him, so years later she is horrified to realise that she has nowhere else to turn.
Evander Septimus Brody has his own reasons for agreeing to Mia's audacious proposal but there is one thing he won't give his inconvenient wife… himself. Instead, he offers Mia a devil's bargain; he will spend four nights a year with her. Four nights, and no more, and those only when she begs for them which, of course, Mia will never do.
Now Evander faces the most crucial challenge of his life. He must seduce his own wife in order to win her heart and, no matter what it takes, this is one battle he cannot afford to lose.
Fresh, witty and high-spirited, James's enjoyable and entertaining Regency romance is a marvellous merry-go-round of scandals, seductions, love and high drama.
(Piatkus, paperback, £8.99)
Otherwise Engaged by Amanda Quick
Suspense, drama, danger and passion… Jayne Ann Krentz, writing here as Amanda Quick, sets pulses racing in this high-octane romance set in the dark streets of Victorian London.
One does not expect to be kidnapped on a city street in broad daylight. Yet Amity Doncaster barely escapes with her life after meeting a man in a black silk mask who whispers the most vile taunts and threats into her ear.
Her quick thinking, and her secret weapon, save her for now but the monster known in the press as the Bridegroom has left a trail of female victims in his wake and will soon be on his feet again.
He is unwholesomely obsessed by Amity's scandalous connection to Benedict Stanbridge, and Benedict refuses to let this resourceful, daring woman suffer for her romantic link to him, however tenuous it may be.
For a man and woman so skilled at disappearing, so at home in the exotic reaches of the globe, escape is always an option. But each intends to end the Bridegroom's reign of terror in the heart of the city they love, which means they must also face feelings neither of them can run away from…
Using her trademark mix of passion and mystery, with an enchanting paranormal twist, Quick whisks us away to a wonderful world of escapist romance.
(Piatkus, paperback, £8.99)
Wartime Sweethearts by Lizzie Lane
And from popular author Lizzie Lane comes the first of a brand new Second World War trilogy featuring the feisty, food-loving Sweet family from a small village near Bristol.
The Sweets have run the local bakery for as long as anyone can remember. Twins Ruby and Mary Sweet help out their widowed father when they can. Mary loves baking and has no intention of leaving their small Gloucestershire village while Ruby dreams of life in London. But as war threatens there will be changes for all of the Sweet family as brother Charlie leaves home to serve his country and young cousin Frances faces evacuation. But there will be opportunities too as the twins' baking talents catch the attention of the Ministry of Food…
Lizzie Lane's mother, who endured both the Depression and the war years, was a natural born storyteller and it is from her real experiences of the tumultuous first half of the 20th century that Lane gets her inspiration.
Here she weaves an enchanting and gritty story, written with her trademark sensitivity and packed with authenticity and drama.
(Ebury, paperback, £5.99)
Emma's War by Rosie Clarke
The second book in the Rosie Clarke's warm and nostalgic 'Emma' trilogy takes us into the heart of the Second World War.
It's February 1940 and Emma Robinson, with a disastrous marriage now behind her, thinks that life couldn't be better. She is engaged to gentle, caring RAF pilot Jonathan Reece and she is living and working in the heart of the fashion industry in London. But her happiness is short-lived. Within months, Jon's plane is shot down over France and he is declared missing, presumed dead. Alone and with two children to care for, Emma's first thought is how to support her family. But when she makes a new friend in the American businessman Jack Harvey, she is faced with a difficult decision. Should she take a last chance at happiness?
Previously published as The Bonds That Break by Linda Sole, Clarke's emotional and vivid tale of life in wartime is a rollercoaster ride which puts love, loss, family and friendship at its heart.
(Ebury, paperback, £5.99)
A Mother's Duty by June Francis
And we return to Liverpool in a gorgeous family saga from June Francis, another of Lancashire's born storytellers.
It's the 1930s and raising three boys and running the Arcadia Hotel in Liverpool almost single-handed is enough to keep widow Kitty Ryan busy. She has no time for romance – unless it's in the form of a rare evening out at the local picture house in the company of Fred Astaire.
Then along comes John McLeod, bringing with him a second chance at happiness. However, as Hitler grows too big for his boots and 'Peace in our time' becomes an empty refrain, Kitty finds her sons unwilling to accept another man into their household.
Unless she can reunite her menfolk, the future looks set to be that of a family in conflict, in a world on the eve of war...
Previously published as Kitty and Her Boys, this is another compelling and action-packed story full of romance, danger and high drama from an author with her finger firmly on the pulse of life in the north.
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West Brom punish Berahino for inhaling nitrous oxide in car
West Brom have taken action against Saido Berahino after the striker was videoed inhaling nitrous oxide in his car after the Baggies' 3-0 defeat to Manchester United last month.
The video, taken on March 8 and brought to light by the Sunday Mirror, shows the 20-year-old puffing the substance, otherwise known as 'laughing gas', from a balloon before slumping down over his steering wheel.
Inhaling nitrous oxide is not illegal but it can pose serious health risks.
West Brom sporting and technical director Richard Garlick said in a statement released by the club: "I have spoken to Saido about the incident and told him in no uncertain terms that his conduct is not befitting a West Bromwich Albion player.
"Saido knows he has made a mistake. He has apologised for his actions and has assured the club it will not happen again."
Berahino said: "This was very poor judgement on my part and not the right example to be setting.
"At the time, I wasn't fully aware of the serious health risks involved but now I know, I won't be doing it again."
It's not the first time a Premier League footballer has had to apologise for being caught inhaling the substance.
Tottenham defender Kyle Walker was pictured using nitrous oxide days before England's goalless draw with Ukraine in September.
Drug advice website Frank says: "There is a risk of death as a lack of oxygen can occur when using nitrous oxide.
"This risk is likely to be greater if the gas is consumed in an enclosed space or if a substantial amount is rapidly used."
Berahino is one of the most exciting young English players to have emerged this season, scoring eight goals in 30 appearances for West Brom since the start of the campaign.
He was recently involved in a dressing-room row with team-mate James Morrison. Morrison apologised for hitting young striker Berahino who reportedly refused to say sorry for a mistake that led to Cardiff's late equaliser in a 3-3 draw.


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This is another weird picture I did out of the blue. I got told by some people that my other girls look like "anorexic druggies with aids", so I decided to make this one not look that way. She is… fatter.
There you can find flickr page, with all my stuff.
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Monday, December 1, 2008
Back on Track: aka New Rules
So here's my plan to get back on track:
First, I unsubscribed to half the e-mails I was receiving. Who has time to read all those newsletters? Sorry to those of you who put them out, but I just don't have time.
I stopped opening e-mails first thing in the morning. In fact, it's now a rule. No e-mail until I've worked on the novel for a few hours. (Unless the e-mail is from an editor/publisher!)
Another rule: No Twitter or FaceBook or reading blogs during writing time. They all have to wait until I move on to freelance work. (This will be the hardest rule to keep!)
I'm going to give longer deadlines for the freelance work I take on, then stick to working in the afternoons and evenings (if needed). Mornings are for writing!
And my husband is going to take our niece to school on one of the mornings she's here, so I'll only have one morning each week interrupted by that adventure.
And for balance, I'm adopting a new motto: Experience joy every day. Get up and dance! I do not have to be productive every second of every day… As long as I get my three or four hours of writing done, first thing every day.
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- Jean Henry Mead said...
Great early New Year's resolution, L.J.,and one I need to follow. Immediately after my blog tour is over, it's writing time from 8-noon and 1-3 everyday except Sunday. I hope I have the resolve to keep on schedule. I agree completely about all the newsletters, email, Facebook, etc.
I look forward to my visit here on Wednesday, Dec. 3, and your interview.
- December 1, 2008 at 8:54 AM
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- December 1, 2008 at 8:54 AM
- Amy Nathan said...
This morning I decided not to read emails before taking kids to school. I always end up rushing through everything. Now I will start when they're gone. Checking just "work" emails will be tough --- I need to BE STRONG.
No Twitter? No Facebook?
I'm sweating!
- December 1, 2008 at 1:41 PM
- Helen Ginger said...
Those are fabulous rules, LJ. Very similar to the ones I make ... and consistently break.
I'm going to try again.
- December 1, 2008 at 6:36 PM
L.J.--Thanks for reminding me of those rules! I used to follow them until I started marketing my novel four months ago. It's back on track and you get the credit! Plus, with all the marketing online, it's tough to stay focused once you've slipped into cyber space.
- December 1, 2008 at 7:32 PM
"Experience joy every day. Get up and dance!"
Yes, LJ, that is IT!
Loved this post.
- December 2, 2008 at 7:23 PM
- Carrie Runnals said...
L.J. I needed to hear your rules this morning...Facebook, Twitter, and emails are my time sucks,too, but oh so much fun.
Love what you're doing here. Please come visit my author interview site, Words To Mouth.
Oh, and by the way, I'm on Facebook at Carrie Zimmerman Runnals and Twitter: CarrieWTM. But, I'm sure you won't come follow me 'til after the writings done ~ noon? ;-)
- December 3, 2008 at 3:31 AM
- Jeff Cutler said...
BALANCE is the key. And not beating yourself up too badly.
I did Nanowrimo for the first time this year. Along with the other 118,000+ participants.
Fortunately, my job is to write - for myself. So I was able to get 50,008 words done in 25 days. At that point I had wrapped it up and am now dreading the editing process.
But even if you're not in the 7500 people who finished this year, you hit the keyboard with the intent to cause imaginations to spark.
Keep it up. Oh, chin up too. Writing is never as fun as we all think it should be. Sometimes it's great. Remember those times and keep pecking.
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Kindle has updated their iPhone and iPad app to version 2.9, which now includes support for newspapers, magazines and textbooks. Here's the full update log:
- New Design for Magazines: Kindle for iPad customers now have access to the huge selection of over 400 magazines and newspapers that are available on Kindle Fire. Magazines such as Martha Stewart Living, Food Network Magazine, Cosmopolitan, Men's Health, Popular Science and many more are displayed in rich full-color pages. Customers can buy a single issue or subscribe to popular magazines and leading newspapers and have them wirelessly delivered to the Kindle for iPad app.
- Read print replica textbooks including rich formatting and layout of the print editions and support for notes and highlights, zoom and pan, and linked table of contents.
iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch: - Email documents to your new Send-to-Kindle e-mail address and we deliver them to your device. The documents are automatically archived in the Amazon Cloud and available for re-download on your iOS or supported Kindle devices. - Open PDFs from Mail or Safari, by transferring them from iTunes, or by sending them to your Send-to-Kindle email address. The Kindle PDF reader supports PDF table of contents and thumbnail navigation for quickly jumping through the document. - New library organization allows you to view your Kindle Books, Newsstand, and Docs.
Kindle for iOS is one of the better eBook reading apps out there, which even rivals Apple's own iBooks in a lot of respects. I, for one, personally prefer iBooks, but this update may give reason for those in similar opinion to make the jump into the Kindle eBook ecosystem.
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About Women's Way
What is Women's Way
Women's Way may provide a way to pay for breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible North Dakota women.
- In 1990, Congress passed the Breast and Cervical Cancer Mortality Prevention Act, which launched funding for the national breast and cervical cancer screening program.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) distributes the money and oversees the national program.
- Today, in the United States, 68 funded states, tribes and territories provide services.
- North Dakota received funding in 1993 for planning and system development.
- The North Dakota program was named Women's Way and began offering screening services in 1997.
- Women's Way is administered through the North Dakota Department of Health and local public health offices.
- More than 850 doctors, nurse practitioners and physician assistants are enrolled as participating providers, making it possible for most clients to receive services through their regular doctors at 287 facilities across North Dakota.
- As many as 13,000 women in North Dakota could be eligible for Women's Way and receive breast and cervical screenings.
- CDC estimates that funds awarded to the state can provide screenings for 12 percent to 15 percent of potentially eligible women. North Dakota stretches its funds to screen approximately 15 percent of potentially eligible women.
- Limited diagnostic procedures are also available to women enrolled in Women's Way.
- In 2001, the North Dakota state legislature passed and Governor Hoeven signed legislation allowing uninsured Women's Way clients who are diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer to access treatment coverage through Medicaid – Women's Way Treatment program.


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When playing, i get the tiniest of stutters, its not noticeable when using a sniper rifle but with either of the AK's it's annoying. I get these really tiny little 'spikes' on the green line of the lagometer, which I didn't get on my old pc.
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Korngold won the Academy Award for his score to The Adventures of Robin Hood in 1938, widely considered one of the greatest scores ever written. His score to Anthony Adverse (1936) also won the Oscar; however, at this time, the Oscar was awarded to the head of the music department of the studio which produced the movie, not the composer him/herself (the year Korngold won for The Adventures of Robin Hood was the first in which the composer rather than the studio music department head was awarded the Oscar).
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Doncaster chairman John Ryan remains optimistic about signing Sheffield United striker Billy Sharp.
Rovers had a club-record bid - thought to be in the region of £1million - turned down by their Yorkshire rivals last month.
Burnley have also made an enquiry about Sharp but Ryan believes the 24-year-old could still be at the Keepmoat Stadium next season. "We are hopeful we can do a deal for Billy Sharp and we think that we are the ideal team for him," Ryan told BBC Radio Sheffield.
"Burnley have a £17million parachute payment [following relegation from the Premier League] so it is difficult for us to fight them on a financial basis, but we will wait and see. A lot will depend on what Billy wants to do. If he wants to go to Burnley then that is the end of the story, but Billy might not want to go to Burnley and instead come to us. We sincerely hope that is the case."
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Did you like fruitcake? Did your family receive fruitcakes? Have you ever re-gifted fruitcake? Have you ever devised creative uses for fruitcake?
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I have always enjoyed Fruitcake, probably because it was always served with cream cheese and a cup of hot tea by my Irish relatives. It only appears during the holidays and in my house anyway was considered a treat. One year my brother-in-law was employed by the Rainbow Baking Co. in Colorado, so my mother ordered about 8 fruitcakes for gifting family members.
When I was newly married and not working, I made gifts for family. A few times I made fruitcake for family members. We always liked it but you had to start in about October. Later I switched to Cinnamon Swirl Raisin bread.
My children were not fans of fruitcake and had one fruitcake that they sent back and forth for about 10 years. It finally died in Florida.


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On Wednesday, more than 89 minutes after the close of trading and just 23 seconds ahead of the end-of-day deadline in this holiday-shortened week, a regulatory filing by MBIA alerted the handful of people paying attention at that hour that its board had approved $11.4 million in cash "retention" awards to four of its top executives.
Edward Chaplin, the CFO and William Fallon, the President and COO, will each get $3.5 million, while Anthony McKiernan, the chief portfolio officer, will get $2 million, and Ram Wertheim, the chief legal officer, will receive $2.4 million.
The executives will also split 2 million shares between them, with 600,000 each for Chaplin and Fallon and 400,000 each for McKiernan and Wertheim. These are subject to a fairly complex vesting formula, but if MBIA shares trade at $25 by the end of 2015 and tread water for the next two years, they would get the entire 2 million shares, which would be worth $50 million.?
While $25 seems like a long way from the $7.95 closing price for MBIA shares on Tuesday, it is consistent with the bullish thesis for the shares put forward by at least three sell-side analysts who follow the company.
That thesis has MBIA winning a roughly $2-3 billion settlement from Bank of America (NYSE:BAC)
Twenty-five dollars per share also doesn't seem like such a stretch if you consider that MBIA's adjusted book value at the end of the third quarter was $30.64. While that measure does not adhere to generally accepted accounting principles, it assumes no new business activity, according to the insurer's latest quarterly filing.
Twenty five dollars per share does seem like a stretch, however, if you consider that MBIA's subprime unit had $534 million in cash at the end of the second quarter, and $386 million at the end of the third quarter. In the fourth quarter, we know it spent roughly $170 million to buy back some of its bonds. So even assuming it spent no other cash than that and the $11.4 million, we are at just over $200 million, meaning the unit could easily run out of cash in the first or second quarter of 2013.
That won't matter if MBIA reaches the settlement with Bank of America that bulls are anticipating beforehand, but if it doesn't, the MBIA executives still make a cool $11.4 million.
In other words, the MBIA executives get $11.4 million if things go badly and $61.4 million if they work out. There doesn't appear to be much in between.
BTIG analyst Mark Palmer (one of the bullish analysts I referred to) isn't bothered by the payouts announced Wednesday.
"The amounts in question are modest relative to typical executive compensation packages, and the four executives are among the handful of key players for the company as it manages its way through the litigation period and beyond," he wrote me via email Wednesday night.
Palmer also contends that MBIA's regulator, the New York Department of Financial Services, "has the ability to step in and block the payment of bonuses." Indeed, it did just that in 2011, according to MBIA's March 19 proxy filing.
"If the DFS allows the payments to be made, it is presumably comfortable with the company's situation and access to resources," Palmer wrote.
Indeed, New York's Superintendent of Financial Services, Benjamin Lawsky, has shown he is willing to be aggressive in going after companies he regulates. A case he brought against Standard Chartered Bank in August drew anonymous sniping from other regulators who claimed he was too hasty.
The NYDFS couldn't be reached late Wednesday and an email to MBIA spokesman Kevin Brown wasn't returned.
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Life Fitness Center FAQs
- I signed up for a one unit Life Fitness Program class, but am having difficulty meeting the attendance hours, can I transfer to a half-unit class?
- I'm a full-time SBCC staff member (certificated or classified) and I'd like to use the Life Fitness Center to exercise. Is this possible?
- Do I have to enroll for a Life Fitness Program class at the beginning of the semester or can I enroll after the start of the semester?
- Why do I have to bring a clean towel and put it in between me and the equipment or bench I am using?
- What do I need to do to get started with my open lab Life Fitness Program? When should I do all this?
- Why is the Life Fitness Center closed Monday through Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. to students enrolled in the Life Fitness Program?
- Once I'm enrolled in a Life Fitness Program open lab class, could I ever be dropped from the class and lose my opportunity to use the Life Fitness Center?
The Life Fitness Center is a fitness education classroom located on the Santa Barbara City College campus. The Life Fitness Program and other Physical Education classes offered in the Life Fitness Center are part of the Physical Education Department and the credit division of Santa Barbara City College. Students receive academic credit for the successful completion of any of the courses offered in the department. [ top ]
How can I use the Life Fitness Center if I am a community member and not a student? [ top ]
The credit division of Santa Barbara City College is open to all people who are interested
in taking advantage of the college curriculum and earning academic credit. Follow
the online enrollment and registration instructions at: http://www.sbcc.edu [ top ]
Do I have to enroll for a Life Fitness Program class at the beginning of the semester or can I enroll after the start of the semester? [ top ]
Students can add any of the Life Fitness Center courses up until the courses close for the semester which varies by enrollment availability. However, if you enroll and/or begin your class after the start of the semester, you must still complete all of the course requirements in order to earn credit for the class, you just have less time to complete the course requirements. [ top ]
I'm a full-time SBCC staff member (certificated or classified) and I'd like to use the Life Fitness Center to exercise. Is this possible? [ top ]
Yes, and it's encouraged! As a full-time SBCC employee you are eligible to participate in the SBCC Employee Wellness Program. Please see: http://www.sbcc.edu/admissions/enroll/ for program and enrollment details. SBCC full-time staff can enroll one Physical Education course (free!) per semester. Please be advised, that class attendance policies apply to SBCC staff also...if you don't attend, you get dropped! [ top ]
The courses in the Life Fitness Program are open lab classes...what does that mean?
"Open Lab" means you work through the course curriculum during the open lab hours of the Life Fitness Center. While the class is open lab and provides more scheduling flexibility for students, there are minimum attendance and curriculum requirements in order to maintain your course enrollment. Open lab does not mean that you can enroll for the class and then leave all your work for the end of the semester. Once you enroll, you must begin to work on the course curriculum. See below for important guidelines and deadlines:
1) Go to the Life Fitness Center (during the open lab hours) and get the class syllabus for your course.
2) Go to the campus bookstore and purchase the Life Fitness Center Student Educational Manual and lanyard (ID card holder).
3) Complete the mandatory orientation (if you are a new student).Get the orientation information when you pick up your class syllabus. READ THE SYLLABUS!
4) Complete your Goal sheet and review it with a course instructor...if you want to get results and make progress, you've got to have direction.
5) Complete 1-4 hours of workout time (depending on your course).
6) Get all this done within the first week of enrollment!
Why do I need to purchase a textbook and do an orientation? I already know how to exercise?
The Life Fitness Program is a fitness education program consisting of a variety of
courses designed to improve your knowledge of physical fitness. It is our hope that
you will be exposed to and learn, not only how to exercise properly, but why exercise
is so important to the quality and longevity of your life. We hope that through the
Life Fitness Program and its instructors, you can add new tools and knowledge to your
fitness "toolbox". [ top ]
The Life Fitness Program requires you to complete an orientation to the program, so that you can be aware of three things:1) Why the Life Fitness Program exists and the goals of the Life Fitness Program, 2) the rules and regulations of the Life Fitness Center, and 3) to review your health/medical history so that your exercise programming can be done safely and effectively. The Life Fitness Program has approximately 2000 students each semester; the orientation allows students to understand what is expected of them as participants in the program.
Do I need to do the orientation every semester if I continue to participate in the Life Fitness Program?
No, the orientation only needs to be completed one time. Each semester we ask continuing student to review and update their enrollment forms. [ top ]
Can I just use someone else's textbook for any Life Fitness Program open lab class?
No, there are several forms in the textbook (e.g. PAR-Q, waiver, etc.) that can only be completed with a new book. Each new student is required to submit these forms, so you'll need your own book. [ top ]
What is the attendance policy for the Life Fitness Program open lab classes?
Like any Physical Education activity class, consistent attendance is required. If
you are in a one unit class you should plan on spending 3-4 hours per week engaged
in course activity. If you are in a half-unit class, you should plan on 1-2 hours
per week. But remember, the later you enroll and begin your program, the more hours
per week you'll need to do in order to meet the course attendance requirements.
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Once I'm enrolled in a Life Fitness Program open lab class, could I ever be dropped from the class and lose my opportunity to use the Life Fitness Center?
Yes, students are dropped for non-attendance - if you do not complete the required class attendance hours, you will be dropped from the course. Also, students who do not comply with the facility rules can be suspended or dropped from the course. [ top ]
I signed up for a one unit Life Fitness Program class, but am having difficulty meeting the attendance hours, can I transfer to a half-unit class?
Yes, students can transfer from a one unit class (PE 149 for example) to a half-unit
class (PE 179). The transfer must be done PRIOR to the end of the 5th week of the
semester. If you choose to transfer, you must notify the Life Fitness Program Director
of your transfer. We will manually transfer your hours of attendance (the computer
doesn't do this). [ top ]
What is the Moodle website? Is this where I take my class quizzes and submit written work?
The Life Fitness Program uses a course management website (Moodle) where students can find and submit student goal forms, course quizzes, workout journals, nutrition management activities, Life Fitness Program Lecture Series listings and assignment sheets, student self evaluation forms, information on group exercise sessions and physical fitness assessments, and links to health related websites.
Go to http://moodle.sbcc.edu
Why do I have to bring a clean towel and put it in between me and the equipment or bench I am using?
Hygiene and cleanliness are a top priority in the Life Fitness Center. The prevention of staph infection is a primary concern. Each student must have his or her own towel, we do not allow students to share towels. A towel must be placed in between you and the equipment you are working with while you are in the Life Fitness Center. In addition, upholstery on the equipment absorbs perspiration, body oil, as well as skin and hair care products. All of these things create unnecessary wear and tear on the upholstery. In addition, we highly recommend that students wash their hands before and after using the Life Fitness Center. If you have any open wounds, cuts, or scraps, these must be covered with appropriate dressing and clothing.
In addition, the LFC has a dress code that requires students to wear T-shirts with sleeves (no tank tops or sleeveless shirts) that also cover the abdomen, shorts or pants to the mid-thigh, and athletic shoes.
For more information on the spread of staph infection, please see:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/mrsa/DS00735 [ top ]
Why is the Life Fitness Center closed Monday through Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. to students enrolled in the Life Fitness Program?
The Life Fitness Center houses two types of Physical Education curriculum - the open lab formatted classes of the Life Fitness Program and traditionally formatted classes. The traditionally formatted classes meet at specific days and times with an instructor who teaches the class each session. Those classes (PE 143 Integrated Training for Fitness, PE 144 Weight Training) meet Mondays through Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. with their instructors. The LFC is open only to students enrolled in PE 143 Integrated Training for Fitness and PE 144 Weight Training classes during those hours. [ top ]
Can I use the Life Fitness Center if I enroll in any Physical Education class?
No, the only students allowed to use the Life Fitness Center are those who are enrolled in a Life Fitness Program class or one of the PE 144 classes. [ top ]
Can I exercise outside or run on the track when I'm logged in at the Life Fitness Center?
No, for your exercise hours to count towards your class attendance, you need to be supervised by our faculty, so your class exercise can only be done in the Life Fitness Center. [ top ]


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Libretto: Vernoy de Saint-Georges, Theophile GautierThe stage life ofĀGiselle hasnÆt been anĀeasy one. After its premiere ofĀ1841 featuring Carlotta Grisi and Lucien Petipa, the ballet was performed inĀFrance till 1863, when itĀdisappeared from the repertoire. The ballet has been staged inĀSt.Petersburg since 1842. AtĀthe beginning ofĀthe 20th century during the ground-breaking DiaghilevÆs Russian Seasons, the French saw their national ballet, faithfully nurtured inĀRussia. The Mikhailovsky TheatreÆs the 2008 production ofĀGiselle byĀNikita Dolgushin, aĀspecialist inĀhistorical works, managed toĀamaze both the public and the critics. Dolgushin, aĀnoble Albrecht inĀhis time asĀaĀdancer, inspired the creation ofĀthe ballet and delicately united dance and mime. HeĀrevealed the essence ofĀthe romantic ballet, the story ofĀGiselle isĀtold inĀthe language ofĀballet classicism. Together with Viacheslav Okunev, who designed the epitome ofĀromantic settings, Dolgushin made aĀproduction that was described byĀaĀBritish critic æan exemplary GiselleÆ.
Gerald Dowler, Financial Times Nikita DolgushinÆs staging ofĀGiselle returns toĀLondon undiminished: wholly traditional, with lovingly painted sets ōafterö the original 1841 Paris designs, itĀpresents the choreographic text and narrative unfussily, with accretions stripped away toĀreveal the workÆs essence. Costumes are plain, especially for the Act IIĀWilis; the only jarring note isĀthe Act IĀhunting party, dressed more for aĀbanquet than aĀsaunter inĀthe woods. What the production achieves magnificently, however, isĀaĀclear distinction between the sunny, mortal world ofĀAct IĀand the sinister supernatural one inĀActĀII, the bridge between the two worlds becoming Giselle herself. This was aĀperformance ofĀthe highest standards, not least from the corps ofĀWilis, the souls ofĀjilted brides dancing asĀone with impeccable style; such cohesion and engagement are rare indeed. AtĀits heart was guest principal Denis MatvienkoÆs Albrecht and the MikhailovskyÆs own Irina Perren. MatvienkoÆs mastery ofĀthe roleÆs technical demands isĀcompleteĀŚ the solos are carved with assured nobilityĀŚ but itĀisĀboth his strong, solicitous partnering ofĀGiselle and his detailed portrayal ofĀthe penitent cad that make the greatest mark. His Albrecht initially repelsĀus with his clear desire toĀpossess GiselleĀŚ noĀlovelorn youth heĀŚ but his gradual realisation that his desires run deeper isĀcarefully etched, his remorse atĀher graveside inĀAct IIĀkeenly felt. AĀnotable portrayal. Perren dances Giselle inĀaĀstate ofĀgrace. Her Act IĀpeasant girl isĀdangerously na've, her happiness atĀAlbrechtÆs protestations orĀthe receipt ofĀBerthaÆs necklace soĀgreat one fears her heart will burstĀŚ asĀitĀmust with her wrenchingly portrayed madness induced byĀhis treachery. The shadow ofĀbetrayal plunges her world into darkness and leads the way toĀher grave. ItĀisĀthe transformation from the endearingly simple soul ofĀAct IĀtoĀthe sorrow-laden wraith ofĀAct IIĀthat Perren achieves soĀtotally. Her technique serves her artistry completely, with balances held not for show but inĀdefiance ofĀthe gravity ofĀthe mortal world. AnĀextraordinary achievement.
Act ICount Albert has fallen in love with a peasant girl, Giselle, though she is ignorant of his rank and believes him to be a simple villager staying in a nearby cottage. Giselle has another suitor, Hans, a gamekeeper, who is suspicious and jealous of Albert.Albert arrives to court Giselle. The young lovers┤ encounter is interrupted by Hans, who warns Giselle against trusting this unknown admirer, but Giselle does not heed his advice, and Albert drives Hans away.The sound of horns announces the arrival of a hunting party, amongst whom are Albert┤s betrothed, Princess Bathilde, and her father. By chance, they are seeking rest and refreshment in the village, and Bathilde, charmed by Giselle┤s innocence and beauty, gives her a gold necklace. When the hunting party retires, the peasants begin to celebrate the new vintage, but Hans has meanwhile searched Albert┤s cottage and discovered his sword, proof of his identity. At the height of the festivities, he unmasks Albert. However, Giselle does not believe her lover┤s deception. Hans then summons the hunters, who bow before their Count, while Bathilde fondly greets the embarrassed young nobleman. The shock unsettles Giselle┤s reason; in her madness, she relives her love for Albert and then, heartbroken, dies.
Act IIĀHans enters in sorrow. He has come at midnight to visit Giselle┤s tomb in the forest, but is frightened away by the approach of the Willis, the ghosts of girls who died on the eve of their wedding; arising at night from their tombs, they will dance any man they encounter to death. Myrtha, the Queen of the Wilis, summons Giselle from her tomb and initiates her into their order, but the Willis disperse at the arrival of Albert and his attendant, who are seeking Giselle┤s grave.As the young Count grieves at the tomb, Giselle appears; unbelieving, he tries to catch her, but she eludes his grasp. At last, touched by Albert┤s sincere grief and despair, she forgives him.Hans enters, pursued by the Wilis, who drive him to his death in the lake and then surround Albert, whom Myrtha insists must dance to death. He begs Myrtha for mercy, and Giselle pleads for him, but the Queen is adamant and, as Albert dances, Giselle tries to sustain him with her love.Dawn breaks; with the daylight, the Wilis┤ power is at an end and they disappear, leaving Albert to bid a last farewell to Giselle.