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Magical Morning People: The Simple Math Behind Why They Get More Done
I see them heading out of the coffeeshop at 10 AM as I'm stumbling in after a long night playing music. They're smiling, adjusting their crisply folded white shirt collars, heading out to the second half of their work day.
That's right- second half. Rising in the wee hours of the morning, they've already put in 4+ hours of work and are leaving the coffeeshop feeling productive and accomplished. I haven't figured out that I'm wearing my shirt inside out yet.
Until recently, I thought morning people were magical. So I sat down with a scheduler and tried to figure out how they get so much more done every day than us late-risers. Here's what I realized:
• Since we're still getting over the industrial hang over of working 8 hours a day, let's stick with the assumption that most of us are going to shoot for about 8 hours of productive work each day. Here's what that looks like on a calendar:
•If I start work at 9 AM, that means I'm going to have to work non-stop from 9 AM to 5 PM to get in a full 8 hours. But there's something I didn't think about: I have to eat. Let's put in an extra 30 minutes for lunch (that's assuming I eat really fast):
•Now let's re-arrange my schedule to mirror my early-rising friend's calendar. I'll take my 8 hour day and drag it back to a start time of 6 AM:
Suddenly I'm finishing my day at 2 PM. If I eat a late lunch, I could legitimately snack from the start of my day until an after work lunch. Even with factoring in an hour-long nap to recharge, that still gives me from 3:30 PM until around 11 PM to hang out and do whatever I please. That's a lot of time. In the morning, we could satisfy ourselves with a quick cup of coffee and some eggs, and then start work right away, cutting prep time down to just a few minutes.
Is this schedule possible for musicians? I think it is. We regularly do strange stuff with our schedules for late shows and early morning radio interviews, and I can't see a reason why we couldn't just as easily transition to a more productive work lifestyle if we really want to make it happen.
Musicians: let's change our schedules, get more done, and start finding out why that morning guy leaving the coffeeshop is smirking at us. He knows the secret, and so do we. All we have to do to get his magical abilities is be self-disciplined enough to make it happen.


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Band became 'The Donny show' claims guitarist
Former Towers Of London guitarist The Rev has explained to NME.COM why he quit the band.
The Rev, along with drummer Snell, quit Donny Tourette's outfit on July 13, days before the band embarked on a UK tour.
"I felt the integrity of the band had gone since Donny's appearance on 'Celebrity Big Brother'," The Rev said. "Donny and Dirk [Tourette] became all about the partying and the music suffered. It had become the Donny Tourette show. I left the band on my own terms."
For more from The Rev and the full story about the Towers Of London meltdown, see this week's NME, on UK newsstands now.

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The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that Alex Hribal, who was convicted of stabbing multiple victims in a 2014 attack, has been sentenced to 23 ½ to 60 years in prison for his crimes.
In April of 2014, Hribal, now 20, stabbed a security guard and 20 students in a hallway at Franklin Regional High School. Hribal pleaded guilty to 21 counts of attempted homicide and 21 counts of aggravated assault in October of 2017. He was also fined more than $269,000. At the time of the attack, he was only 16. Four of the victims' injuries were life-threatening, but they all survived their wounds.
Hribal's defense team claimed that he was a victim of bullying, which caused him to carry out the attack, but the judge in the case rejected those claims. Judge Christopher Feliciani of the Westmoreland County Common Pleas Court stated that the sentence was a reflection of the seriousness of the offenses and the scars Hribal left his victims with. Feliciani also ordered Hribal to undergo mental health treatment while incarcerated.
In 2015, defense attorneys tried to get the case tried in juvenile court, which meant Hribal would be released at the age of 21. They also requested to enter a guilty but mentally ill plea; the judge denied both of these.
During the sentencing hearing, several victims spoke out about how Hribal had left emotional and physical scars, and wondered if he had any remorse for his actions. His parents also spoke about Hribal's mental illness that wasn't being treated properly at the time of the attacks. Hribal made a statement saying he hoped no one had to handle mental illness alone and blamed the attack on bullying.
He failed to give a reason as to why he chose to attack the 21 victims, and the prosecutor made a statement to media outlets that he has yet to express any remorse for the attacks.
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"Never miss your favourite YouTube channel going live again with this Particle Photon-based indicator.
I'm a big fan of the scanlime-in-progress live streams Micah Elizabeth Scott (Scanlime) does under the watchful eye of Tuco the cat. Micah's streams are often epic, building, hacking and tinkering with everything from reverse engineering firmware to building a Tuco flyer which I find really interesting, sometimes these are adhoc and I found I frequently missed the first few hours until I noticed the email from YouTube (once I remembered to enable notifications).
To solve this problem I put the Particle WebHook to use to query the YouTube API, I added a few LEDs on a ThingyStick prototype PCB to indicate the channel being live. I had planned to 3D print a nice lime enclosure but that's still pending, the final indication can be modified, maybe a big LED, or a "Live" sign using a relay, or maybe some nice RGB Neopixels, the choice is yours."


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We were browsing through Italian kitchen maker Elmar Cucine's catalog the other day and liked what we saw. The forms they use are simple with bold lines and sharp edges giving their designs somewhat of a masculine touch. This emphasis on simplicity is no accident and is expressed quite clearly in their philosophy:
Elmar is not simply content to manufacture products, it wants to manufacture simple products. Simplicity is harmony, the happy balance between form and function that has its fulcrum, its deep meaning, in the human being.


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Basic Resumes - Resume Templates
For people in a creative industry, like advertising, your resume is a chance to showcase your creativity, within reason. The basic principles of clarity and readability are still key, but you have more freedom than with a basic resume. Abode InDesign or Illustrator are definitely the way to go for a creative resume.
Even among creative industries, different companies have different opinions about creative resumes. That's why it is important to tailor your resume to the company. If it's a fun, risk-taking company, they are likely to appreciate a bolder design. A more traditional, straight-edged company might toss your too-bright resume into the trash without reading it. When in doubt, go with a basic resume and highlight your design skills and creativity with a portfolio once you make it to the interview round.
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As long as you tailor your basic resume to the job you're applying for, it should be your go-to for most instances. As a general rule of thumb, use your basic resume when applying for any job in the business realm (finance, accounting, engineering, marketing).
Using basic resume templates when you will start compiled a resume, is the right step. Especially using a template format suitable for compiled your resume for newly graduated college and no work experience and for the first job. With a basic resume formats you can find out the data and fundamental and important information what to put in your resume. Personal data is very critical and the basic, necessary so that you can go through the selection of prospective employees at the company where you are applying for a job.For beginners or student with no experience writing resumes is so critical when they find jobs. Without any experiences in writing jobs application, a tutorial is needed to start their curriculum vitae resume. A form of free basic blank resume template is a good sample for them. And you can download from this free templates. For those who have recently graduated high school or college as well, writing a resume for the first time is a big problem. This is because they do not yet have the knowledge and experience of how to write a good resume. So they need guidance on how to write a basic resume correctly, for those with no work experience and for the first job.


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Fischer Groep is specialised in legal aid to marginalised groups in society. A large sections of our client group are member of the Roma community or the Somalian diaspora. We assist people with and without residence permit. Most of our clients are undocumented. Our clients are often in tourble because of a lack on income and/or homelessness. They don't receive the care they need. Even children face destitution because of exclusion.
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Social, community, and medical workers from the whole of the Netherlands refer clients to us, and help by keeping in touch. Some clients come to us independently.
All contacts with our clients are with our legal support staff. They are more than secretaries, and have access to all files. It therefore doesn't matter who answers the phone. The support staff tries to answer questions immediately, and will refer to the lawyer when necessary. At the Fischer Groep office, we can help in English, Arab, French, German and Tamazight (Berber).
A case always starts with an application. In most cases, the application will be denied and we have to take legal action. This process can take a long time. There will be much discussion. As long as there is no solution, we continue. If there is an emergency situation, we try to enforce a quick decision. We use the legal means avalaible, such as a shortened application deadline and a request for interlocutory proceedings.
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The areas of law we work with are influenced by the problems of our clients. Our departure point is claiming social and economisc right with reference to human rights law. The procedures we start connect to various Dutch laws and policies, concerning general benefits (Participation Act), social care (WMO), both general and means-tested child benefits (AKW and KGB), benefits for asylum seekers (Rva and Rvb) et cetera. We don't do immigration law, but we cooperate with specialised immigration lawyers.
We bring cases to the ECJ, ECSR and the HRC.
Pim Fischer is founder of the Fischer Groep and a lawyer since 1995. His cases include DCI vs. the Netherlands, CEC vs. the Netherlands and FEANTSA vs. the Netherlands.
Jeannette Kruseman is a laywer since 2009. Previously, she worked for the Women on Waves-foundation. LinkedIn.
Joris Sprakel is a lawyer since 2006. He works part time for Fischer Groep. He furthermore works for the The Hague University of Applied Sciences as lecturer in International and European Law. LinkedIn.
Else Weijsenfeld is a lawyer since 2005. She focuses on the rights of children and women. Else previously worked as legal advisor at Defence for Children. Else is board member of Médecins du Monde the Netherlands. LinkedIn.


text: Log in Register Search site: Submit Search NATURAL BIOLOGY email@example.com Log in Register DEAL OF THE DAY Rewards Program Home 4GRAMS RESVERATROL OMEGA 3 CORAL CALCIUM OXYAGE ABOUT US 100% Pure & Natural Supplements Proven by Science Search... Submit search TOP SELLERS 7 BASICS VINTAGE RESVERATROL 100% EVEREST EARTH & SEA 4 GRAMS ARCTIC OCEAN KRILL OIL OKINAWA CORAL CALCIUM OxyAGE NORWEGIAN OMEGA 3 HOLISTIC HEALTH MULTI-NUTRITIONALS & SUPERFOODS RESVERATROL / LONGEVITY OMEGA 3 / KRILL OIL ANTIOXIDANTS HGH / HORMONE SUPPORT Vitamin Advisor 7 BASICS.COM - NEW DEAL OF THE DAY EVEREST DAILY PROTOCOL The Search For the Perfect Vitamin BLOG AQUAMIN RESEARCH TRANSCEND - PART ONE SOURCES OF CALCIUM TRANSCEND - PART TWO Are Your 37 Trillion Cells Happy HAPPY DNA How to Have Healthy DNA NEW RESVERATROL RESEARCH NEW RESVERATROL RESEARCH WHAT SHOULD I TAKE ATP Energy NIH RESVERATROL RESEARCH Dr. Linus Pauling MORE ARTICLES MAYO CLINIC - The Importance of Drinking Water Pain & Inflammation Research Brain Rocket Special Report TUMERIC is the Spice of Memory The Anti Cancer Shopping List NUTRIGENOMICS RESVERATROL: Can It Help You Live Longer Secrets to Weight Loss You are here:Home > Green Tea Study Protects Genetics Green Tea Protects GeneticsDrinking green tea every day for a month may protect against damage at a genetic levels, with benefits linked to the beverage's antioxidant content, says a new study.Combined results from a human supplementation trial and an in vitro study indicated a 20 percent reduction in levels of DNA damage, while measures of whole-body oxidative stress were unaffected, say findings published in the British Journal of Nutrition."The results indicate that green tea has significant genoprotective effects and provide evidence for green tea as a 'functional food'," wrote researchers from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.Tea breakThe study adds to an ever-growing body of science supporting the potential benefits of green tea and the polyphenolic compounds it contains. Hundreds of studies report that the beverage may reduce the risk of certain cancers, aid weight management, and protection against Alzheimer's.Green tea contains between 30 and 40 per cent of water-extractable polyphenols, while black tea (green tea that has been oxidized by fermentation) contains between 3 and 10 per cent.The four primary polyphenols found in fresh tealeaves are epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), epigallocatechin, epicatechin gallate, and epicatechin.Study detailsLed by Professor Iris Benzie, the researchers recruited 18 healthy volunteers to participate in a placebo-controlled, cross-over supplementation study. Subjects were randomly assigned to receive two cups of 1 percent green tea ('Longjing' green tea or 'screw-shaped' green tea) or water every day for 4 weeks. Six week washout periods separated each four-week intervention, and blood and urine samples were collected before and after each intervention.Analysis of these bodily fluids showed a 20 percent reduction in DNA damage, measured using the formamidopyrimidine glycosylase (Fpg) enzyme-assisted comet assay.For the in vitro study, the researchers pre-incubated human blood cells with green tea and then exposed these cells to the oxidising agent hydrogen peroxide (H2O2). "In vitro testing results of tea-treated cells showed increased resistance of DNA to the challenge," they stated.On the other hand, the human study showed no changes in urine levels of 7,8-dihydro-2-deoxyguanosine (8-oxodG), reported to be "a biomarker of whole-body oxidative stress".Biological agingAt the start of this year, scientists from the Chinese University of Hong Kong reported that the cells of regular tea drinkers may have a younger biological age than cells from non-drinkers.By looking at the length of telomeres, DNA sequences at the end of chromosomes that shorten as cells replicate and age, the Chinese researchers reported that the telomeres of people who drank an average of three cups of tea per day were about 4.6 kilobases longer than people who drank an average of a quarter of a cup a day.This average difference in the telomere length corresponds to "approximately a difference of 5 years of life", wrote the Hong Kong-based researchers (British Journal of Nutrition, Vol. 103, pp 107-113).Source: British Journal of NutritionPublished online ahead of print, doi: "Genoprotective effects of green tea (Camellia sinensis) in human subjects: results of a controlled supplementation trial"K. C. Hana1, W. C. Wonga1 and Iris F. F. Benzie


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Authorities find missing woman's body
MONITEAU COUNTY- Cooper County Sheriff's Office announced on their Facebook page Sarah Nicholls' body was found Saturday evening. She was found dead in Moniteau County downstream from her campsite.
Authorities from the Cooper County Sheriff's Office began searching for the 31-year-old's body on Saturday afternoon.
Cooper County Sheriff's Captain Josh Rice said she went missing after an overnight camping trip Thursday. He said authorities learned she was missing Friday morning, and he believed she was swept away by a flash flood.
The search was being conducted near Moniteau Creek in the southeastern part of the county, according to the sheriff's office Facebook page.
Cooper County Sheriff's deputies were assisted by the Missouri Highway State Patrol and three other local fire agencies.
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Jolt was invited to preview Saints Row 2 at the Victoria Park Plaza Hotel, where lead producer Greg Donovan took charge and was eager to show-off the game's new character customisation options.
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It's time to finish our Children's Chapel and launch this important ministry. Our first Teachers Meetings will be held at 11:45 a.m. on Sunday, April 17th. If you are interested in volunteering for this ministry, please contact us.
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This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant with SEN experience, to work on a one-to-one basis with pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 with Special Educational Needs.
The school are 'Good' rated and thrive on members of staff who are passionate about helping pupils with additional needs.
They are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a passion for learning and excellent inter-personal skills to join their team as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, working with pupils with Global Delay, Autism, Speech and Language and Challenging Behavior.
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- Experience working with pupils that have Autism.
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- Enthusiastic and ability to work using own initiate, as well as part of a team.
This role is until the Summer 2018 in the first instance, with the potential to be offered a permanent role.
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Charlie Sheen: He does an ego good
I try to avoid the topic of Charlie Sheen, but I have to say I've recently discovered that he may have some redeeming value after all. We all have our bad days, our rough patches, our complete melt-downs (well, maybe not you, but…). However, it almost doesn't matter how badly you've screwed up on any given day, because all you need to do is look for the most recent Charlie Sheen news story and immediately feel batter about yourself. Because, at least you aren't THAT screwed up. For example, I saw a headline today in USA Today that said, "Charlie Sheen: I didn't shoot Kelly Preston". The article, which details an incident in which Kelly Preston sustained a gunshot wound to her arm, says that Sheen, who was engaged [emphasis mine] to Preston at the time, says he was downstairs making coffee when the incident happened.
"I thought she was still asleep upstairs," Sheen said. "And I heard a [expletive] gunshot go off. I thought, 'She did it, she finally [expletive] did it. She killed herself and they're going to [expletive] blame me."
Now, maybe you accidentally didn't refill the coffee pot at work. Or perhaps you accidentally bought your spouse the exact same gift on Valentine's Day that you did for Christmas. Possibly you stepped on a bug. You feel bad. You feel the disappointment of others. You wonder if you've wandered off course somehow.
Then you realize: there are no headlines saying: "[YOUR NAME HERE]: I didn't shoot Kelly Preston". The day that your headline reflects worse on you than Charlie Sheen's does on him, then you can worry.
And, surely, you are not the person who whose first thought, upon hearing a gunshot in your house, would be: Geez, if my significant other just committed suicide, I hope they don't blame me.
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The Followers of Jesus as ready. Comments to: email@example.com
The Followers of Jesus as ready has too do with be awake and being able to read the world in which we are walking. It means considering information not at all obvious and yet important to the dynamics of the day. Last week I was at a training for religious leaders who have volunteered to be on the front lines between police and crowds of citizens when an event breaks out in Columbus. I learned so much about police training and their skills - quite amazing when it is done within a good system. Being ready in their work means being aware of movements, gestures, positions, and even the unseen movement that comes when someone tenses up - ready to react or strike. The officers will often act before the next movement take place on the side of someone they are engaging. It made me realize that these public servants are standing ready even when they seem to be at ease. The Followers of Jesus as ready are invited to hold in our hearts and minds and bodies a life that is ready to respond to the world around us. Therefore, in the presence of violence, we must be ready to be a peaceful presence and if need be a life-giving presence. That takes work. That takes contemplation. That takes a discipline. That takes a spirit of new life ready to make situation at hand into something creative and peaceable.
God of New Life and All Hopefulness, we stand at the beginning of a new day - new experiences - new moments filled with possibilities that may overwhelm us. Be present with us as you have always promised that we will be ready to stand as your beloved, Jesus, in this time. Amen.


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Continuing the story of the Fujifilm Photowalk Beltline Atlanta from yesterday's post…
So it seems that given the right setting, the right equipment and an interesting subject, anyone can be a model photographer (not really). In any case, I gave it a try. When we arrived at Krog Street to start our photo walk of the Beltline, the crew from Showcase unloaded some outdoor studio lights and introduced us to the models who were brought in for us to shoot against the backdrop of the tunnel.
Equipment for this shoot
It was a good opportunity for me to try a combination of my new Tamron 16-300 Di II VC PZD Macro and my trusty, Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G portrait lens. The 85mm is an absolutely fabulous prime lens that gives great results for portraiture.
I am finding that the Tamron all-in-one is excellent for lots of different uses and the amazing range from wide-angle to long telephoto gives lots of versatility.
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I can't say that I have any plans to go into the fashion photography business but, this was a lot of fun! The Krog Street tunnel is a fantastic site for colorful and interesting images. I was also very happy with the use of the outdoor studio lights which gave much more natural looking results that I may have expected.
Hope you all don't get too bored with me as this is my second post on the Saturday morning photo walk and I have only covered our first stop along the way.
Krog Street Tunnel
Cabbage Town
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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Tamron 16-300 Di II VC PZD Macro
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G
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Book Signing tomorrow in Freeport, Maine
Tomorrow from noon to 2 pm, I'll be signing my book, True Crime Online: Shocking Stories of Scamming, Stalking, Murder and Mayhem. You get a free mermaid bookmark with seaglass pendant or seaglass Christmas ornament with every book you buy!
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5 Common Causes of Itchy Ears
Itchy ears can be caused by a variety of factors that range from mild irritation to bacterial infections. Understanding the potential causes of itching ears and seeking medical treatment in the event of unexplained or chronic symptoms can help to ensure prompt diagnosis and treatment, allowing for healthy recovery and relief from uncomfortable itching.
Swimmer's Ear
Swimmer's ear is an infection that develops in the outer ear canal. The infection occurs when moisture becomes trapped inside the ear and creates an optimal environment for bacteria. Swimmer's ear often develops after swimming in lakes with dirty water, and it can also occur as a result of injuries to the skin of the ear canal that allow bacteria to enter and multiply. In addition to itching, symptoms of swimmer's ear include intense pain, especially when pulling on the ear lobe, discharge and muffled hearing. Swimmer's ear is commonly treated with antibiotic ear drops.
Hearing Aid or Ear Bud Irritation
Hearing aids and earbuds can cause itching inside the ears in two different ways. First, the earpieces can cause fluid to build up inside the ears, which in turn can cause an allergic reaction. Second, earbuds or hearing aids that don't fit properly can increase pressure inside the ear, leading to itching and irritation.
Excessive Ear Wax
Excessive ear wax buildup is another common condition that causes itching and discomfort in the ear canal. Additional symptoms of ear wax buildup include pressure and slightly muffled hearing in the affected ear. Ear wax buildup is often remedied by holding a warm compress against the ear to loosen the blockages. In certain cases, severely impacted ear wax must be removed by a medical professional.
Dry Skin
Dry skin inside the ears occurs when the ears do not produce an adequate amount of wax. When the skin of the ear canal is overly dry, itching and inflammation are common. Individuals with overly dry ears may also notice flaky, dry skin around the outside of the ear canal. The condition may require treatment with lubricating drops, so it is always important to seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis is an upper respiratory condition that develops when the immune system overreacts to allergens such as pet dander, dust mites and plant pollens. Symptoms of allergic rhinitis include itching ears, itchy eyes, sneezing, coughing and nasal congestion. Allergic rhinitis is most often treated with antihistamine medications and allergy shots that help the immune system and build up a tolerance to the allergens.
Itching of the ears, also referred to as pruritus, is a condition that causes a tickling or itching sensation inside the ear canal or on the external portion of the ear. One of the most natural reactions to itching ears is to scratch the affected areas with a cotton swab, fingernail or small object. However, over-scratching can worsen the condition by injuring the skin and increasing the risk of infection. In many cases, itching ears can be treated with natural remedies, but there is always the chance that an infection may be present, so it is best to consult with a medical professional to ensure the underlying cause is correctly diagnosed and the itching is dealt with appropriately.


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Get on track with the history of our railroad during the 10th annual Train Day. Hosted at the Toledo Amtrak station by All Aboard Ohio, this family-friendly day celebrates the power of the locomotive and the importance of freight and passenger trains to our country. Check out trains, five operating model railroad layouts, rail-related artworks, informational exhibits, displays, a children's train ride, and more. Vendors and experts will be available to answer questions. Stop by the Rail Advocacy tables to learn what we can all do to support this national asset. 9:30am-4pm.
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Let me put the MRAs out there at rest by saying straight off that the answer is most definitely the latter. The modern car is the product of over a century of work by almost exclusively male designers and engineers. Is it any surprise that the car was, in fact, subtly designed to promote rape culture?
It is clear to me that the car was intended to be a metaphorical woman. The misogynistic creators of the automobile expected them to be purchased as demure, subservient members of the family. They designed cars to have the same traits they believed an ideal woman should have: loyalty, an undemanding nature and an unfaltering willingness to serve. The chauvinists didn't stop there though and the truly disturbing part is the way they utilised the car-as-wife metaphor to promote and normalise rape.
It all starts with the method of refuelling. Petrol pumps are self-evidently phallic objects. I don't feel like I should have to explain this part so just fucking look at one, okay? You should keep your distance unless you know what you're doing. Don't blame me if you end up with petrol in your eye.
The woman (or "car") has been designed to receive the phallus (or "petrol pump") in such a manner as to simulate sexual intercourse. The problem is that this intercourse is entirely non-consensual. When was the last time you saw someone ask for their car's permission before unceremoniously penetrating it? Exactly. You've probably never seen that happen and neither have I. All of which just goes to show how bad things have become.
The act of refuelling your car normalises rape. The act of driving it reinforces gender roles. If you're not already convinced that the metaphor is intentional, allow me to show you a transcript I obtained of a meeting that took place a long time ago between two directors of an unnamed multinational car manufacturer. I'll use only the first initial of each man (T and A) to protect their privacy (read: I don't want to die in my sleep).
T: Imagine a place where polygamy is legal.
A: Iraq?
T: No. America! Every family will have two wives: the one with no brain and the car. Each will be subservient to the husband in all matters.
A: Can we find a way to get rape in there somehow?
T: Sure. Refuelling. Look at the phallic shape of our fuel pumps. Every time a man puts the pump into his car, he is performing an act of metaphorical rape! In public!
A: Hahaha.
T: Hahaha.
A: Won't the women be upset that we have created this thing that will be referred to in the future as rape culture?
T: The testing confirmed our original suspicions. The women never needed to refuel our test cars because they wrecked them almost immediately. We saved a fortune on crash test dummies!
A: What happened? Did they drive the cars up the wall with their nagging?
T: Hahaha.
A: Hahaha.
T: The best part of our plan is that men everywhere will be paying good money to perform this public act of rape. We're treating women like property! We're saying "come here and do this sexual assault and then pay for it!" You don't even pay the woman, you pay the pimp — ahem, pump.
A: Hey, T, how is a woman like a car?
T: She stays quiet and does everything you ask of her?
A: No, I'm telling a joke. The answer is that you have to service her occasionally to ensure she doesn't stop working.
T: Hahaha.
A: Hahaha.
T: I'm now going to go out and promote this thing that will be referred to in the future as rape culture.
A: Bye, T. I will stay here and oppress female employees.
T: For the patriarchy!
A: The patriarchy!
T: Hahaha.
A: Hahaha.
Pretty damning evidence, I'm sure you'll agree.


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Motlow to Host Deputy Assistant Director of the Secret Service, Lynda R. Williams
The College will host Lynda R. Williams, Deputy Assistant Director of the United States Secret Service, as the guest speaker for Black History Month at the Smyrna campus. The event will be held Friday, February 23, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. in MaryLou Apple Building, room 125.
A 28-year veteran of the United States Secret Service, Lynda R. Williams is Deputy Assistant Director of the United States Secret Service. In May 2015, she received a Senior Executive Service (SES) appointment.
Ms. Williams is a native of Memphis, Tennessee. In 1988, Ms. Williams began her career in the United States Secret Service, as a Uniformed Division Officer assigned to the White House Branch. After serving three years as an Officer, she was selected to be a Special Agent and assigned to the Washington Field Office. Special Agent Williams conducted counterfeit currency, treasury check, credit card and bank fraud, and other financial crimes investigations. In 1997, Special Agent Williams was reassigned to the Vice Presidential Protective Division during the Clinton Administration, where she served four years. In 2001, Special Agent Williams was then transferred to the Richmond Field Office, where she continued to conduct criminal investigations, as well as a myriad of protective assignments.
In 2003, Special Agent Williams was promoted as the Assistant to the Special Agent in Charge of the Washington Field Office. Her promotion served as a milestone distinguishing her as the first African American female to serve as a supervisor in this major field office. In 2004, Assistant to the Special Agent in Charge, Williams was transferred to Headquarters, where she served as the National Recruiter in the Security Clearance Division. In 2008, she was once again promoted to be the Secret Service's Country Attaché, Pretoria Resident Office in Pretoria, South Africa. In this capacity she was responsible for all Secret Service operations in Sub-Saharan Africa and five countries in West Africa. Attaché Williams had jurisdiction for 21 countries, as well as oversight of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. In 2011, she returned to Washington, DC, after being promoted to be the Special Agent in Charge, Office of Congressional Affairs. In this capacity, she served as the Secret Service's liaison to members of Congress. In 2013, the Director of the Secret Service appointed her as the Special Agent in Charge of the Recruitment Division, where she was tasked with the responsibility to ensure that the Secret Service maintained the high standards of excellence for recruiting the next generation of Uniformed Division Officers and Special Agents.
In May 2015, Special Agent in Charge Williams was appointed to the ranks of the Senior Executive Service, as the Deputy Assistant Director, Office of Human Resources. In this capacity, Deputy Assistant Director Williams currently serves as Chief Security Officer (CSO) for the development, implementation and management of the agency's security vision, strategy and programs. She is responsible for the security of all personnel, information and physical premises of the Secret Service.
Ms. Williams has a Bachelor of Science Degree from Middle Tennessee State University and a Master's Degree of Science in Management from Johns Hopkins University. Ms. Williams is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), Women in Federal Law Enforcement (WIFLE) and the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). She has received numerous awards and commendations throughout her distinguished career with the United States Secret Service and serves as a mentor to current agency leaders.


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New Ryder Cup Logo
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Ryder Cup Europe and The PGA of America today announced the launch of a new official logo for the Ryder Cup. Loads of marketing speak about enhancing and expanding the global brand awareness. I am not sure it is an improvement but I bet it cost a lot. Still I note we have more stars!


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>My obsession with viscous dairy products continues. My friend informed me that she tried a sheep milk yogurt this weekend, and as a result, she understood why people like yogurt. I already did my grocery shopping for the week, but next time I am at the store I will indulge in the miracle product she described.
At the store, I gave in to my desire for pudding. However, I accidentally threw tapioca pudding into my basket instead of rice pudding. I like tapioca, and as I ate a little container of it last night, I realized that it had been eons since I last consumed some. I can't remember if all tapioca is essentially vanilla pudding with some tapioca pearls thrown in it, or if the kind I bought is not true tapioca. I vaguely remember the tapioca pudding that my mom bought at the chef's kitchen counter at Jewel or Dominick's as being more tapioca intensive.
On a non-dairy train of thought, lately I've been receiving comments on a post I wrote about the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and their insulting ad campaign comparing fur to female pubic hair (i.e. - its revolting and morally wrong to wear). The ad ran in London, where my friend Mara lives, and when she sent me a picture of it, she noted, "We love the fact that PETA thought to illustrate the fact that the only thing worse than killing poor little animals to appease the fashion gods is having an unshaved snatch. I guess that makes all of your disciples no better than those people who club little baby seals to death, or eat tuna that is not dolphin friendly. . . . ." The two comments I recently received more or less told me that I am an idiot to find the ad offensive because one needs to do shocking things to save the lives of innocent animals, no matter what the human social cost is. I am not a supporter of fur,* but ads and comments like that make me not take the anti-fur cause seriously. It is never OK to use one animal to promote another one. Sorry, Charlie, but the proof is in the pudding that PETA sucks.
*Coincidentally, I did have an eye rolling conversation last night on the phone with my bubbe in which she discussed how cold it was in Chicago and how she could still go out despite the frigid air because of her mink coat. Then she said that her mink coat was usually too warm to wear and so she bought another warm coat on sale for $73 (from $200) so now she could attend her alderman's party for senior citizens no matter how cold it was. Man, you gotta love the lack of logic there.


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Honeymoon Part 1- S.Korea
Last November I travelled with my husband to South Korea and Japan for our honeymoon. We stayed in S. Korea for 5 days and spent 6 days in Japan. Here is what we did and places we visted in S.Korea:
The first thing we did was pick up our pocket wifi we reserved through Wifi-Korea (http://wifi-korea.com/ ). Having wifi saved us so much trouble during our travels-just being able to access google maps or safari saved us from arguments and frustration. I reserved our pocket wifi about a week before our trip and we were able to pick it up at the airport upon our arrival. At the end of our trip we just dropped it off at the hotel front desk and that was that! You pay a deposit of $100 and our rental cost was $31.95 for 5 days. Back to the trip itself....
Our hotel was the lovely Westin in Myeongdong and they welcomed us with a little box of french macaroons! I was so excited to see that our view from the room was of the main street where all the cosmetics are sold. So many of the same shops all over the block! I was in love. There was also an abundance of coffee shops and bakeries!! I think we stepped into a coffee shop at least once a day since my husband is a coffee enthusiast. I will admit it was fun to check them out because each was unique in its own way and having somewhere to defrost while it was blistering cold outside was comforting.
Aside from infamous Myeongdong (which we visited more than once), we checked out Ewha, Gyeongbok Palace, Buckchon Hanok Village, Insadong, Gangnam, Namdaemun, Itaewon, Gwangjang Market, and Hongdae. Each place is worth visiting and there is so much to see! A few of our photos from Korea:
For all the fashion and beauty loves out there, this place is heaven!!! I personally love Korean style- trendy yet classy. :) I learned that their clothes aren't the cheapest, but you actually are paying less for really good quality so all in all you usually get a good deal. I was able to find a nice, warm, quality wool coat for less than $100. We saw $1 socks everywhere so I decided to pick up a few to try out. They are affordable AND good quality. No surprise there. :)
I stepped into cosmetics heaven when I walked into Myeongdong. Etude House. Too Cool For School. Olive Young. Missha. Innisfree. There's an endless list of brands! 0_0
I picked up a good variety of items to try and so far I haven't been disappointed. :) Should I do another blog post about the individual items I tried? Let me know if anyone is interested! I'd be happy to share!
My husband and I have a tradition of getting hair cuts while we travel. Since getting married, my hair was getting too long and unruly so I decided to get my hair cut in S. Korea. Research led me to choose Juno Hair in Ewha. They have multiple locations all over Seoul for added convenience! $25 got me a hair wash, massage, my choice of beverage and snacks, consult, and the cut + style. I was in and out of there within an hour... maybe even less. I would highly recommend this place to anyone interested in getting their hair done.
I can't wait to visit S. Korea again! An Nyoung!! :)
Summary of places visited:
Namdaemun Market
Gyeobokgung Palace
Gwangjang Market
Ewha Women's University
Bukchon Hanok Village


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A Compulsive Collector's Haul - PAX 2010 Edition!
on 11.20.2010 (server time)
Well . . . it's been quite a while since the last A Compulsive Collector's Haul, and I've gotten quite a crapload of stuff over the past few months. I'm backlogged like a mother again, since I'm just starting this one off with the stuff I got from PAX 2010, which means I have a lot of games, consoles, and swag for the next few editions. Regardless, for those of you who unfortunately couldn't make PAX, here's some of the stuff you could've gotten your grubby hands on if you went, which I highly suggest you do next year! On with the show!
Here we have one of the sickest t-shirts ever! With the help of the guys from
TopWare Interactive
, I managed to get in early to see the show floor and checked out the
booth. There, I answers some
trivia and got one of these
Howling Wolves Comic-Con T-Shirt they had left over from
San Diego Comic-Con
. For those of you who don't get it, it's a play on the "typical" trucker shirt of wolves howling at a moon. So awesome! ^_^ Also, for those of you who have been on the site for a while . . . did you know that I, yes ME, yes ONLY THIS GUY was the one who totally wrote the plot for
and that NO ONE ELSE IN THE WORLD knows more about
than me, and that my whole world revolves around
and absolutely nothing else . . . yeah . . . I'm awesome like that . . . =D
It's MAHVAL BAYBEE! So, here is a
Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds
Comic-Con 2010 Limited Edition T-Shirt I got for winning two rounds of the game at the tourney section of the
booth. It's one of my most anticipated games of 2011, so be sure to hit me up when it's out for a match. The front and back of the shirt have comic panels of the characters fighting each other. On the back of the shirt it says "… and who the heck are these guys?" and one of them is the already announced Dormammu, but I have no idea who the other guy is . . . any ideas?
Here are a couple shirts from the
booth, where they had the genius idea of just getting people to line up and just hand stuff out periodically, instead of forcing people to play games, etc., hahaha. First up, we have a "tribal-like" design on a t-shirt for
Hunter: The Demon's Forge
, followed by a newer shirt for
, compared to last year's simple title t-shirt.
I have to keep reinforcing this, especially since I got to play it for like 15 minutes at PAX, but
Two Worlds II
is looking and playing REALLY good! With that out of the way, they actually had 3 t-shirts for the game over the 3 days, but I unfortunately waited too long and missed out on the Sunday t-shirt, which made me a sad panda . . . T_T Still, the first day was the "Sorda-Hung" slogan . . . hahaha . . . so immaturely awesome! ^_^ Followed by the "Yeah, I Like To Kill!" t-shirt on day 2, which is a quote from the main bad guy in the first game, Sordahon. I missed out on the "I'm #$*&$#* Sordahon" t-shirt, as well as a really funny shirt for
Battle vs. Chess
that said "Hardcore Pawnstar" on it . . . >_<
So, apparently the people who make
Guild Wars 2
had some sort of deal with the t-shirt company that actually has a store in the convention center, so that if you go to their booth, you get a stub for a t-shirt, and you bring it to the store, and you get a freshly pressed t-shirt for the game. I managed to snag myself a stub for both a red and a green t-shirt, so I was happy. There was actually a third gray one, but it was rather bland and pretty ugly, so I passed on it.
Here are a couple t-shirts from the numerous
booths that were present. The red is one is for
Killzone 3
, which you got in pretty much a goodie bag if you played the demo, and the black one is for
inFamous 2
, which you also got for playing the demo. Both games are actually looking pretty sweet, considering this was my first experience with either franchise.
Ah, my first piece of swag from PAX 2010. I was pretty much hanging around the
booth when the convention started, so I decided to get swag from there first. Here is a
Metroid: Other M
t-shirt that isn't at all fancy or such. Still, it's a
piece of swag, so I needed it. Next to it is a
Final Fantasy XIV Online
t-shirt that my homegirl
actually caught when the
Square Enix
guy was throwing them out during a presentation, of which she gave to me, since it was like 3 sizes too big for her. Thanks! ^_^
Hahaha! The t-shirts they were giving out for
Fallout: New Vegas
were totally awesome, as I've seen the t-shirt they're based off of. Not only that, it's a much more subtle shirt, which is something I really like. Next to it, is the super awesome
Mortal Kombat
t-shirt that you could only get if you played at least 5 of the 8 games at the
WB Games
booths, and had the pins they gave you for playing their games to prove it. They also marked you pass with permanent marker to signify you got one, but I might've accidentally rubbed it off a few times . . . <_< . . . >_> . . . =)
HAIL TO THE KING BABY! ^_^ Hahaha! So,
Duke Nukem Forever
was totally the surprise of the show. The fact that it was playable was even more shocking! They also did not let fans down with their swag, as I managed to get a hold of the kickass t-shirt, an actually heavy and decent Belt Buckle, and the super awesome Steroids, which boosted your ego, masculinity, and such. Awww yeah!
is the freakin' man! ^_^ He was so kind enough that at PAX he gave me the original drawing he did when I requested he draw a DOMO! Only, he put his twist on it and created DOMO-Mario! You're one of the most ballin' and talented guys around mate, and you best be keeping the art up! =)
Did I mention he's totally awesome and kind as well? Not only did he give me the above drawing, he also gave me a package full of random stuff that I'm most definitely a fan of. Included was this kickass DOMO City T-Shirt! I love the little references to DOMO that are just throughout the city! You freakin' rock mate! =D
Finally, we have a
Marble Saga: Kororinpa
Beanie and Demo Disc, along with a
Help Wanted: 50 Wacky Jobs
Demo Disc. I believe this was from a
prize on the site that Mr. Turtle won . . . kickass! Many thanks once again mate, and please do get back on the art scene with your awesome drawings! d('-'d)
On the advice of
, I went to
the day before PAX started and picked up some awesome DOMO and Japanese stuff. Here we have DOMO Sticky Notes that come in a folder and have 8 different kinds of sticky notes of DOMO in the most adorable and awesome poses! This purchase made me all warm and fuzzy inside! ^_^
Also at the bookstore were the 2 missing
Final Fantasy
Mini Stuffed Monster Key Chains from my collection. I quickly snatched up the Chocobo and Moogle to complete my set of 5, as well as some DOMO Fuzzy Dice to hang somewhere once I find some room . . . pure and sheer awesome!
Lanyard time! First up is a
Capcom Unity
Lanyard that they only gave out every half hour, followed by a
Lanyard from the
booth from playing their demos, and then we have the
Killzone 3
Lanyard that came in the bag of stuff they gave you for playing that demo. You can also see my Exhibitor and Three Day Passes I have there, although I forgot to take a picture of the other side of my Three Day one, which has my Destructoid Nametag on it . . . >_<
Here we have some stuff I purchased at the
booth's store, which were the super awesome and iconic Sour Servbot Bobble Budd, the cute Poogie Plush from
Monster Hunter Freedom 2
, and your royal highness, Sir Om Nom Nom, otherwise known as a Salamander Plush from
Lost Planet 2
So, retarded "collector's" story here. My first exposure to the
Dragon Quest
series was with VIII on the PS2, and I played the ever-living shit out of that game. When I heard IX was heading to the DS, I was super excited and couldn't wait to get it. Well, when it was finally released, I went to my EB Games to go pick it up and I was appalled by the cover! It had this
square above the "T" where it said something like "Also in French!" Long story short, I waited like an extra 1.5 months to pick up an "unblemished" copy from the States. Yes, I know, I'm a tard . . . -_-' . . . hahaha! Well, I went to a Gamestop in one of the malls and picked up
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
, as well as the non-existent in Canada,
River City Soccer Hooligans
Go freakin' awesome retro game stores! A place called
Reset Games
set up a booth on the show floor and it was something I decided to hit pretty early, in the hopes of finding a gem or two, and as you can see above, I hit a pretty big payday! Most of you know about my quest to get every
game out there, and I got one of the hardest ones to get, at a VERY fair price might I add, in the form of
Revelations: Persona
! I also managed to snag an in box and complete
Wario Land 4
! Score!
Somehow I didn't pick up anything from the
Pink Gorilla
booth at PAX and if you read my
comprehensive review
of PAX, you'd know that I was pretty disappointed in their selection of "rare" goods this year. Still, I managed to pick up these three items between the main store and the university store. They are
Bomberman Online
, and the strategy guides for
Brave Fencer Musashi
The more I think about it, the more I think it was actually
and I who had the first trade in the
trading forums
. . . hmmm . . . hahaha! Still, we managed to do another one during PAX, at which I managed to come away with a complete and awesome condition
Castlevania: Harmony of Dissonance
! Thanks bud! Also . . . I'm not white! ^_^
Who's ready for some SWAG?!?!? I really hope you are, because through my carefully planned method of maximizing swag, be prepared for visual stimulation like none other! We begin with stuff from
booth, where if you played the
Dead Rising 2
demo and got 250 zombie kills, you got a Chuck Green Bobble Budd. Also, every half hour, the guys at the
Capcom Unity
part of the booth gave away 25
Mega Man Universe
Headbands. On the other side of the booth, they just had stacks and piles of
Stickers and Silly Bandz!
For the PAX virgins . . . or the simply unprepared, there were a couple booths that were giving out bags as swag, so you could hold all the awesome stuff you weren't prepared for . . . hahaha! =P Here we have a bitchin'
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
Gym Bag that some attendees torn by overstuffing it, along with a
Killzone 3
one that was made of studier material but was way smaller.
Here are a couple more bags I managed to get. First up is a
Metroid Metal
Bag that they were giving to people to put stuff they bought from their booth in, but they were awesome enough to just simply give me one. Right next to it is a bag from the most ballin' place around for more subtle and well made gaming stuff,
! They changed up their "fabric" bags from PAX East, to a more "clothy" bag for this PAX! =D
So, I like collect everything cause I'm an idiot, but I kept a hold of the Fangamer Product Foldouts, mainly because they actually debuted a couple of items at the convention, which were the
Donkey Kong Country
Kountry Outpost
(middle row, left column, first foldout) and
Kongo Pin Set
(third row, right column, second foldout). Plus, they're all colorful and pretty . . . =3
Now here is some of the stuff I bought/received as a gift from the guys at
! I'll just get this out of the way (and shower more praise on them, hahaha!), but these guys are hella dedicated to what they do, and are some of the nicest people you will ever meet.
Jon Kay
, the guy who apparently designs most of the stuff, remembered me as the guy carrying around a DOMO-KUN and as the guy who won the
Destructoid contest
for PAX East. After some chit-chat and taking a group photo for them, he actually just gave me a few items and insisted I take them. Hopefully this shout out doesn't get you in trouble mate, but thanks dude . . . you are the freakin' man! d('-'d) I also got more than just this stuff from them, but I already gave them away to the friends who asked me to pick them up certain items.
Still, enough words and story and such, we have: a
Metal Gear Solid
"!" Sticker, a couple of Fangamer Stickers, another Warp Pipe one, various awesome pins of random awesome, a Timewing (from
Chrono Trigger
) Sticker, a Kongo Pin Set, a Spawn (
Chrono Trigger
) Chain Key Charm, a Geek Gas (
) Sticker, and finally a Chipbender Pin Set! This stuff is topnotch stuff my friends! Seriously, do yourself a favor and head over to
right now and check out their stuff! You won't be disappointed!
It's MAHVAL BAYBEE . . . MAHVAL! ^_^ Holy shit I cannot wait for the new one to come out! So, if you waited in the tournament line and won 2 matches in a row, you would receive this AWESOME shiny (god I love shiny things) bag for
Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds
, as well as this super kickass Poster as well, along with the T-Shirt you saw earlier and a Comic Print. Awww yeah!
WB Games
booth had quite a lot of pins there were giving away, only if you played their demos though. I'll start off with the
Super Scribblenauts
Pin (Jester #3), because they had it so if you could find a certain number of convention goers with the EXACT SAME pin, you could win prizes like an AWESOME poster (3 people with the same pin), one of those Maxwell hats they gave away if you pre-ordered the game (a near impossible 6 people), or the grand daddy of them all . . . a brand new DSi with custom
artwork on it (10 people)! Here's where the retardedness comes in. I think they had something like 500 different designs and 10 of each. They gave them out every day, but if someone only had a one day pass, got the same pin as you, but you didn't know, you'd have ZERO chance of winning since you wouldn't be able to find them the other days of the convention. Once again, long story short, hella weak contest yo!
In the picture, we also have a WB Games "Collect to Win" Handout, which explained how you had to get 5 of the 8 different pins from the games at the
WB Games
booth to get the "super prizes" in the middle. So we have pins from
Lego Universe
The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest
Marvel Super Hero Squad Online
, and
Mortal Kombat
. You may also see that there's a couple of
5th Cell
Developer Pins in a
theme, they were for another freakin' contest that I don't even want to explain how stupid it was . . . >_<
Here we have some random stuff like a
Deca Sports 3
Necklace, Greene's Hardware Flyer from
Dead Rising 2
, a
Final Fantasy XIV Online
Postcard, a
Dragon Age II
Inflatable Sword, a
Death (he's actually REALLY cute) Cell Phone Charm, a
Pin Set, and finally a
Mini-Guide and Poster.
Um, do tower defense games freakin' rock? Hell yeah they do! That's why
Plants vs. Zombies
turned into definitely one of my favorite games of the year! From that game, we have a Conehead Paper Hat, a Sunflower Light Up Pin, as well as a Zombie Light Up Pin. There's also a
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
Tag Mode Foldout that teaches you how to canvass for guests for your inn, as well as a
Valkyria Chronicles II
Pin Set.
Here is some more random swag awesome! I managed to get a Metroid Metal Sticker from the guy at their kiosk and underneath that we have a PAX 2010 Trivia Pin, along with some
Mr. Destructoid Pins.
had some good viral marketing with their Rebuilding Trust With your Friends Postcards that were promoting
Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood
. Awesome, kickass, incredible, and fellow Canadian, Maya (
) mad some mad ballin' Destructoid > 9000 Stickers and I managed to snag one from her! ^_^ There's also a
God of War: Ghost of Sparta
Downloadable Demo, a
Secret of Mana
Map, which now makes it so that I finally have a complete copy of that game, and yet another
Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds
Comic Print that I'll probably give away to someone (probably from the site) as a Christmas gift, since I already have a signed one if you saw
blog of mine.
This stuff is from a game that I'm actually looking forward to, now that they're apparently releasing a physical copy of the game! For those of you who haven't heard of it yet,
Retro City Rampage
is a giant parody of a myriad of games like:
Grand Theft Auto
Metal Gear
, etc. They marketed its retro goodness by giving out NES Papercraft, Sega Master System Game Sleeves that would be used if it came out for that console, and Stickers.
During the
Destructoid LIVE
Alex Neuse
, came in dressed as Commander Video and was throwing out posters of characters from the
series. My Calgary homeboy actually caught one and gave it to me, and it turned out ot be Junior Melchkin! It's actually just a giant sticker on the piece of paper, but it's still pretty sweet yo!
Hey! It's a poster from that Destructoid affiliated podcast where those people with funny accents talk about games and stuff . . .
! =) The BritToid crew was actually going around Seattle putting these posters up, with the hopes to get some marketing and exposure. I would say it was a rousing success, particularly with their "first" poster, which I unfortunately didn't manage to get one of, but involved Paul Revere . . . hahaha!
I was actually just handed one of these as I was leaving the convention center on the last day, but apparently this is a PAX 2010 Limited Edition of 3,000 Glass Poster, which seemed kind of cool, which is why I kept it, hahaha!
Remember how I said
knew how to give swag away? This was also there for the taking, which is a
Fallout: New Vegas
– All Roads Lithograph, which I really enjoyed because if you're a fan of the series, you'd know it's from the game, and it's not like an obnoxious poster or anything like that.
Last, but not least, here is what I think is probably the
thing I got from PAX!
Disney Interactive
actually brought TWO Disney animators/drawers with them to their booth for PAX to help promote
Disney Epic Mickey
, where for the entire time the show floor was open, they would draw ANY Disney character an attendee requested. It literally was magic just watching them do their thing, as each drawing took about 5 – 8 minutes, but just seeing childhood heroes and characters come to life before your eyes is kind of surreal. I totally waited close to 2 hours for this on my last day, because how often does an opportunity like this occur? As you may have seen in my blog last week, I got myself a picture of
Fantasia Mickey
! So friggin' cool!
Well friends, that does it for another edition of A Compulsive Collector's Haul! I'm just about done cataloging and taking pictures of the stuff I've gotten over the past 3 months since PAX, so I'll have to figure out what to post in my next few hauls, and in what order. Hopefully you guys enjoyed this and until next time, latez mates!
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Now that that's out of the way, my name is Jon and I'm from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. I'm currently going to University studying Business. I have probably one of the BIGGEST collections of video games that most people will ever see, and my collection of "swag/promos/standees/collectables/soundtracks" is MASSIVE. I'm currently at around 1,500 games, of which I truly enjoy or have bought for collector's value. I also own some of the rarest collectables around.
Some of my favorite games are: Final Fantasy X, Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars, Jet Grind Radio, Metal Gear Solid 3: Subsistence, Goldeneye, Okami, Shenmue II, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Kingdom Hearts II, The World Ends With You, Breath of Fire III, Final Fantasy VI, Perfect Dark, Bubble Bobble, Chrono Trigger, and Beyond Good & Evil.
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SPOILER ALERT: This blog discusses plot points from Freak Show, the fourth season of American Horror Story.
Even though it is now halfway through its fourth season, there's still something of a breath of fresh air about American Horror Story. Okay, it's fetid, necrotic air filled with screams, dry ice and liberated haemoglobin, but you get the point. It's the infectious daftness of the whole thing; the claret-hurling ultraviolence; the inability of Jessica Lange to be anything other than an absolute dude even when spouting some truly preposterous nonsense, the reset system at the end of every season – meaning each is its own standalone tale with the cast in different roles. American Horror Story has never become dull because it has never stayed still for long enough.
Because each season can be judged on its own merits, and now we're six episodes into Freak Show (which followed Murder House, Asylum and Coven), it feels as though enough has happened with the story so far to sit back, take stock, and reflect. And I'm going to go out on a limb – a bloodied, crudely dismembered, rotting limb. This series, despite its deliberately lefty-irking title and potentially insensitive subject matter, is by far and away my favourite so far. And I've liked them all. I've heard from some who say this is their least favourite, and critical reception in the odd esteemed corner of the internet, from Complex to Vulture to the AV Club, agree with this summation. It's great that a show can divide opinion. It's also great that we live in a world where people are free to be this incorrect without being hurled into stockades and mocked mercilessly as blithering idiots.
Freak Show feels more rounded, complete and assured than the previous three incarnations; the scariest since the first, the silliest since the second and the nastiest behind the ooh-dear-that's-a-bit-too-nasty-actually third. It feels like they've finally nailed the formula they've been chasing around like a chicken round a pen for four years.
For one thing, the plotting hasn't been this strong since Murder House. Predictably grim proceedings began with conjoined twins Bette and Dot (series old guard Sarah Paulson, superb as both), whose unique cranial plurality soon came to the attention of Jessica Lange's freak-show proprietor Elsa Mars. Mars's emporium of curiosities has been stuffed with intriguing subplots: Evan Peters' murderous quest for equality, his daddy issues, and his love interest, Maggie, and her formaldehyde-reliant plot with Stanley; Del's sham marriage; Elsa's quest for fame, the bubbling tension between her and Kathy Bates's bearded Ethel. Each prominent character has been given meaty storylines to gorge on, and while some haven't panned out quite as well as others (Jimmy's sideline as a sex worker was introduced and wisely dropped, as was an ill-advised plot-strand about drug-induced rape), the web of intrigue that's been constructed so far doesn't have any major weaknesses in it at all. They all slot together, suggesting they'll converge nicely at the conclusion. And by nicely I mean in a furious fountain of unmitigated violence.
And then there was Twisty. God, I loved Twisty. I miss him. His all-too-short killing spree and weird little bromance with man-brat Dandy (deliciously petulant newcomer Finn Wittrock) were the high-water marks of the series so far. It was the first time in a long time the show had been genuinely scary. If you're scared of clowns that is – which, let's face it, you are. You're a rational person with an instinct for self-preservation. Seeing poor Twisty offed so limply has been the season's biggest misstep; the events of the nonsensical, if fun, Edward Mordrake episodes left Freak Show weaker as a whole. Will Twisty return for an undead juggle-death rampage? I hope so. Nevertheless, each subplot this year feels fleshed out and infinitely more satisfying than the scattershot kitchen sinkery of Asylum and Coven, what with their zombies, aliens, demons, mutants and Stevie Nicks-es. There's no filler in Freak Show. Well, there hasn't been so far, anyway.
Its performances, too, are as strong as ever. Jessica Lange is again some kind of Emmy-attracting whirlwind. Granted, she's riffing on the same character each season (the singularly driven fading starlet), but the character's a doozie so it doesn't really matter. I'm not sold entirely on her accent – she sounds a bit like Joey playing Sigmund Freud in that episode of Friends – but you can forgive her because She Is Lange. Unfortunately Kathy Bates hasn't had as much to do this year as last (her accent is "Baltimorese", apparently) but is reliably solid and looks likely to explode in the coming episodes. As mentioned, Sarah Paulson and Finn Wittrock are clearly having a ball. But after Coven utterly wasted him last year (as a monosyllabic Frankenstein's sex-buffoon) it is Evan Peters who is most impressive, prone to wild fits of rage and quieter emotional meltdowns. He has easily done his best work this season. Though props should also go to Mat Fraser for his sterling work. Hopefully it takes more than a throwing knife hurled by a vengeful sexagenarian to take him down.
The remainder of the season could all go horribly wrong of course, and if it does I'll look like a prize dunce for saying all this. But for now, wheels are in motion and tensions are bubbling over: Elsa is surely about to be outed as the devil woman she truly is, one of the twins looks sure for the chop, Del is on the warpath, and Dandy has just invited Jimmy into his house, which probably won't end well for anyone. Things seem to be coming to a head nicely.
The naysayers are right about one thing. After Freak Show, American Horror could probably do with shaking up the formula slightly to prevent atrophy, though with Lange reportedly hanging up her scowl at the end of the current run its hand may be forced. But if Freak Show can keep its composure – which means no zombies, Nazis, killer Santas or blokes with faces on the backs of their heads – it is well on course to be a riotous season of a show that proudly refuses to give a single hoot.
As I said, though, it's never boring, so it'll probably drop the ball completely. That would be so American Horror Story. Anyway, what do you think?


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This is the counterpart to my Tailwind review and it's the other fuel that I use constantly. It is actually the first hydration mix that my dad and I found and fell in love with. We mainly used Carbo Pro on our run of the Wildwood Trail in Portland, our run down to Phantom Ranch in the Grand Canyon, and our run of Mt. Wilson in SoCal. These are just some of the many adventures and of course local runs that we have employed Carbo Pro on. My journey of fueling techniques went like this: when I first began to run I used gels (like Hammer gels), then we found Carbo Pro and fell in love, then like I talked about last week we found Tailwind, and now we use both Carbo Pro and Tailwind.
It's not a fuel that is overtly expensive or not useful. It is in fact the opposite. At only $25 you get a 2 lbs tub of Carbo Pro, which is enough for the 200 calorie recommended serving. That statement may sound like an advertisement and it isn't, directly, I love Carbo Pro for what it is, not because they are paying me or anything of that sort.
What is it?
Carbo Pro is a pure complex carb fuel that "provides safe, clean, efficient calories for any exercise activity." It is manufactured from corn sourced form Europe and is Non-GMO and NSF certified. Meaning it is GMO free and has a good bill of purity. It's high molecular weight and low osmolality helps with quick absorption. And carbohydrates by nature provide 4 calories per gram while fat may provide 9 calories per gram, it is easier for the body to break down ATP (the primary fuel for exercise) and carbs yield better to ATP and therefor better to more efficient energy. In addition fat takes longer to break down.
Who is it for?
Carbo Pro, as advertised, is for everyone! As a long distance runner I obviously use it for that activity, but I do know that swimmers, cyclists, triathletes, and many more varied types of athletes use this fuel to better perform their activity of choice.
Why would you use it?
I would recommend Carbo Pro to anyone who is putting in committed work in their respective sport. If you need a fuel that works and that is long lasting then Carbo Pro is a great choice. It will give you the sustainably effective energy that will carry you through that day's training activity or race.
How do you use it?
It's extremely easy to use. Just 2 scoops using the provided 60 cc scoop will yield a 200 calorie powerhouse of fuel that you simply mix into water. It is a white powder that mixes colorless and has a plain flavor that tastes like you're drinking from the crossroads of sweet and simple.
On Carbo Pro's website they go deep into the math of how much you should be taking and when. But, personally I keep it pretty simple. I eat a solid meal before the run (usually breakfast), then on the run take in 100-200 calories for the first few hours and then bump it up to 300 if I'm going long and maybe even 350 or 400 if it's a race or long form adventure, then after the run have a snack (like one of these great Pure Bars, I love the coconut) and a little later on another solid meal.
- Easy flavor, its flavor is not to overwhelming or gross and it goes right drown.
- Packs pretty small, it doesn't pack as small as Tailwind, but it does go down to a nice size if measured into a little plastic bag.
- Long-lasting energy, this is probably the biggest one. The long lasting energy that this fuel gives me is second to none, longer than Tailwind, but like I said last week each of these fuels is for a certain situation.
- Price, at only $25 it's a great deal and coupled with the fact that it gives so much product, it makes it all the better.
- Stomach bombs, this is probably the biggest con of this fuel. The fact that it messes with my stomach a lot is a big problem. It doesn't cause problems every time, but it is quite annoying. If you can get to know your body and fuel when necessary it can be avoided I think.
- Clumping, when mixed with water it usually clumps up a bit. But, honestly the jostling of the run itself breaks it all down and it'll be ready by your first drink usually.
In conclusion, Carbo Pro is my other all time favorite fuel. Something that gives such an efficient and long lasting source of energy, a great flavor, and easy packing can't be beat. And with only two cons that can be worked around I think Carbo Pro should be one of the top fuels of choice for anyone out there pushing hard!
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Morning one and all, it's another Wednesday.
Last week: 221 pounds
Today: 223.5 pounds
To Lose for Goal 1: 13 pounds
I'm glad to report I'm feeling better this week, though not fully recovered as of yet. The monumental weight loss last week – at least partially – must have been down to being ill, and vomiting the night before weigh in. I'm not too distressed by the gain because it's a sign I'm getting over tonsillitis. Overall it's still a loss of 4 pounds this month.
Last week a comment VetRunner posted got me thinking. VR said "try not to put too much pressure on goals, try to enjoy the things you are trying to achieve" (ie the general process of losing weight and being healthier). Sound advice. I mulled it over, and I do tend to lose sight of the process and feeling good when concentrating on the numbers and goals. Going forward I think I should remind myself of that now and then! With that in mind, here's my week roundup:
Last weeks goal: Eat within 1500 calories 6 / 7 days
I did: 4 / 7 days
Not too shabby, and the days I didnt make it were not over by too big of a number. I feel that I need to learn more about healthy snacks and find ones that I like enough to substitute for unhealthy snacks. The volume of my eating has decreased, which is good. It's nice to be thinking about food less inbetween meals!
Last weeks goal: Burn 1000 calories
I did: 0 / 1000
I did, in fact, burn calories through the week and get some walking in as my exercise. However I ate back those calories so they don't count as additional burnt off! I've enjoyed being out walking on my lunch break, it does me a world of good to get out of the office. This week I'm hoping to get running again if I'm feeling recovered enough, I want to feel like I am able to run again.
Last weeks goal: Get 8 hours sleep 4 / 7 nights
I did: 3 / 7 nights
Getting more sleep makes me feel better about my whole day. Unfortunately, I suck at getting enough sleep during the week. I'm working on this and am hoping to get into a good wind down routine in the evenings which will help.
Goals For Next Week
Weight: 221 Pounds
Food: Eat 1500 calories 6 / 7 days
Exercise: Burn 1000 calories
Sleep: Get 8 hours sleep 4 / 7 nights


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New Delhi: A latest survey by the government has shown positive trends in key health indicators, including an improvement in sex ratio at birth and a decline in infant mortality rate during 2015-16.
The National Family Health Survey -4 (NFHS-4) for 2015-16 unvield by the Health Ministry was conducted after collecting information from 6 lakh households, 7 lakh women and 1.3 lakh men, and for the first time provide district level estimates.
"Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) declined from 57 to 41 per 1,000 live births between NFHS-3 (2005-06) and NFHS-4. IMR has declined substantially in almost all the states during the last decade. It dropped by more than 20 percentage points in Tripura, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan and Odisha.
"IMR substantially declined over the period from 79 per 1,000 live births in NFHS-1 (1992-93) to 41 per 1,000 live births in NFHS-4," Health secretary C K Mishra said. According to the Health Ministry, the results of the survey reflected that concerted efforts and focussed interventions in the sector could translate to improved outcomes.
The survey also stated that sex ratio at birth (number of females per 1,000 males) improved from 914 to 919 at the national level over the last decade with the highest in Kerala (1,047), followed by Meghalaya (1,009) and Chhattisgarh (977). Haryana also witnessed a significant increase from 762 to 836.
Similarly, institutional births "dramatically" increased by 40 percentage points from 38.7 per cent in NFHS-3 to 78.9 per cent in NFHS-4.
There was an increase of 34.1 per cent institutional births in public facility, while the Empowered Action Group (EAG) in Assam experienced more than a 40 percentage point increase, the survey said. "Targeted approach through Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) has paid off," Mishra said.
The Ministry said the proportion of women who received at least 4 antenatal care visits for their last birth has increased by 14 percentage points from 37 per cent to 51.2 per cent over the decade (2005-15), while there has been a substantial increase of 20 or more percentage points in seven states.
Total Fertility Rate (TFR) too declined to 2.2 children per woman from 2.7 in NFHS-3 moving closer to target level of 2.1, it said.
The survey found that there was considerable decline in the TFR in each of the 30 states in India with the maximum decline observed in Uttar Pradesh (1.1 child) followed by Nagaland (1.0 child), Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim (0.9 child each). Bihar, however, failed to register substantial decline.
"Children within the age of 12-23 months have been fully immunized (BCG, measles and 3 doses each of polio) and DPT increased by 18 percentage points from 44 per cent in NFHS-3 to 62 per cent in NFHS-4," it said.
The survey found that the full immunization coverage increased in Punjab, Bihar and Meghalaya by 29 percentage point each, while in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh it increased by 28 percentage points each.


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Dimsim and a Dream of Horses
i was sitting on the bus thinking for a long time about how no-one can see things from exactly the same point as you; specifically, no one can see the underneath of your fringe like you can, not even if you're in love. your love can get really really close to your face, but not close enough to see your fringe from your eyeballs.
then i started thinking about this in movies. no-one makes the movie where you see actually what the character sees. their arms from their own eyes. their fringe from their own eyes. it's not true of course, there's plenty of movies like this.
for example, after the bus ride i was at home by the ocean, in front of the telly, and there was a movie on with my favourite (a redhead) as the main character. the movie is made from a book written by a man who lived in my home town, who surfed in and looked out across and fished in the exact same ocean as the one i could hear breaking and washing and moving as i watched the movie. the same ocean i looked across in the evening with everything the kinds of colours that cannot be described because they are just too lovely for anything other than your own eyes looking at them to describe to your brain, and even that's a big effort.
and in fact, this movie was seen from the eyes of this young redhead; you can even see the frames of his glasses from the perspective of his own eyeballs. and yes, you even see the underside of his fringe.
but i didn't watch all of it, because i've been having great dreams. when i dream i feel that i am there. like, i made a great female friend in my dream last night – partly like my friend ashley mclean, partly like my friend sarah green, and partly like a danish actress from a tv show i watched with my parents, my mum falling asleep on the couch. her skin is slowly falling asleep now, my mum's. it's pretty weird. all our skin is all slowly falling asleep. our hair is growing thinner, all, skin falling asleep, all, blood thinning, all, heart running out of beats, all. whoops – death! but yeah, i miss that friend i made in my dream. i find women harder to get friends with. this one i was going to go horseriding with, this dream woman.
today i've been also thinking about houses and security, because my friend is maybe going to get a house in tasmania, and my dad always asks me about getting a house. but i dreamed a good place in tasmania instead. and i'm thinking about becoming a mystic instead of getting a house. if i just have a robe and friends, i won't need a house. by the water i thought about a quote from someone recently on the radio, that seeing earth from the sky was like being born, going from the womb to the outside world. and i've been thinking whether that is actually what death will be like, falling into another more incredible wonderful place we can't yet imagine, with god all round and only good things. could happen.
so yes, the bus ride with my hair, the beach with the sunset, the movie with the redhead, tasmania with the dream house and the dream woman to ride horses beside, and the entire globe spinning with all our skin falling gravitationally and momentarily, through time and space.
but the best story i heard this week was on the phone to my friend sam, who i grew up with by the ocean. he told me about a lady he worked with, a big, rough lady, who told him the story of an entertainer called rodney rude coming to her town and taking a liking to her. the next day she was eating a roadhouse dimsim in the dust on the side of the road and rodney rude came past and again tried to pick her up. but she knocked him back one more time: in her words "sam, i just sat there in the dust, and kept eating my dimsim!"
for the next little while, i might do that as well. just sit in the dust, keep eating my dimsim, and dream a bit more about horses.