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Take Action! Citizens fighting urban DOUBLE TAX toll roads!
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A new and powerful documentary exposes the truth behind the "Keep Texas Moving" advertising campaign. This special edition chronicles the events and shocking developments leading to a landmark lawsuit. In a David and Goliath battle, Terri and her attorney Charlie Riley, fight against all odds to halt the Texas Department of Transportation from spending taxpayer funds to promote the TTC and toll roads. The plan is not only to convert existing Texas roadways into toll ways without a public vote, but to seize over half a million acres of Texas soil and replace it with a 4,000 mile road, rail and utility network. The Trans-Texas Corridor, the first leg of the proposed NAFTA superhighway, will not only rip the heart out of Texas- it will kill a way of life that has been in the Lone Star State forever.
Watch this Video!
Take Action Now! Join one of these citizens groups to have your voice heard.
Texans Uniting for Reform and Freedom (TURF)
(http://texasturf.org/) (statewide)
San Antonio Toll Party
(http://www.satollparty.com) (San Antonio)
Independent Texans
(http://www.indytexans.org/) (statewide)
281 Overpasses Now!
(http://281overpassesnow.com/) (San Antonio - 281 focus)
(along with the above organizations)
Corridor Watch
(http://www.corridorwatch.org) (statewide)
Trans Texas Corridor blog & news archive
(http://transtexascorridor.blogspot.com/) (statewide)
Congressman Paul Broun (R-GA) just introduced Ron Paul's Audit the Fed Bill in the new Congress as H.R. 24 - vowing to pick up exactly where Dr. Paul left off.
Now it's up to YOU, me, and millions of other freedom-loving Americans to force Congress to take up and pass Audit the Fed.
So please take a moment to read Congressman Paul's email below about Campaign for Liberty's plan to mobilize up to 12 million Americans to turn up the heat on Congress to pass Audit the Fed.
And if you haven't yet done so, be sure to sign your Audit the Fed petition to C4L IMMEDIATELY.
As Dr. Paul's former Legislative Director - and longest-serving Washington staff member - I can tell you from firsthand experience that your action can make all the difference.
So please help C4L expose the corruption and cronyism at the Federal Reserve by signing your Audit the Fed Petition IMMEDIATELY.
Join the Mass Stop Keystone XL Pipeline
Texas Grassroots Groups React to President Obama's Keystone XL Pipeline Announcement
HOUSTON, TX, JUNE 25, 2012 4:30PM— Today, President Obama announced a package of executive initiatives to address the escalating threat of climate change in a speech at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. In an unexpected Keystone XL announcement, the President stated that the "net effects of pipeline's impacts on our climate will be absolutely critical to determining whether this project will go forward." The nations leading climate scientists and the President's own EPA have repeatedly documented how Keystone XL would open the floodgates to the expansion of the Alberta tar sands and a dramatic increase in climate pollution.
In March 2012, President Obama fast-tracked the southern segment of the Keystone XL pipeline in a speech in Cushing, Oklahoma. Over the last year, grassroots organizations like Tar Sands Blockade have launched sustained nonviolent direct action campaigns to halt its construction. After a series of direct actions resulting in dozens of arrests, Tar Sands Blockade has successfully delayed construction of the southern segment for weeks. Despite the construction delays, the tar sands pipeline is nearing completion later this year.
In addition to its climate pollution, Keystone XL will bring toxic tar sands refining to communities living in Houston's East End and Port Arthur along Texas' Gulf Coast, which are already among the most polluted in North America. Tar sands refining will only further increase the environmental burden on these low-income, communities of color making it a clear case of environmental racism. For years, organizations like T.E.J.A.S. (Texas Environmental Justice Advocacy Services) have worked closely with these communities most impacted.
These two Texas-based grassroots organizations had the following statements in response to President Obama's speech:
Bryan Parras, grew up in Houston's East End and is the Youth and Media Coordinator for T.E.J.A.S. (Texas Environmental Justice Advocacy Services), said:
"I applaud the President's Climate Action Plan to cut carbon emissions, reinvest in alternative energies and efforts to lead international action on responsible climate change policies, but all that falls flat without complete divestment from the destructive extraction of the tar sands and rejection of any pipeline(s), trucks or rail that purport to deliver the toxic sludge to refineries in the U.S. The time for action is long overdue and only honest and comprehensive action can ensure that future generations will live in a cleaner more stable environment."
Kim Huynh, a spokesperson for Tar Sands Blockade, said:
"While it's encouraging to hear the President voice his intentions to address climate change and Keystone XL's climate impacts, we're not holding our breath. After all, this is the same President that fast-tracked the southern segment of this pipeline to pump toxic tar sands through our homes. The construction of Keystone XL is opening the floodgates to the largest pool of carbon pollution in North America.
We'll continue to organize and work together to connect our struggles against the root causes of the climate crisis. That's why this week, thousands of people across the country are working as Fearless Summer to embody the courage to address the most urgent forms of extreme energy that are causing the wholesale destruction of our communities; like tar sands exploitation, natural gas fracking, and mountaintop removal coal mining. If the President doesn't halt all forms of industrial extraction, we will."
T.E.J.A.S (Texas Environmental Justice Advocacy Service) is a non-profit environmental justice organization that is committed to the promotion of environmental rights in communities of color and low-income populations within the state of Texas
Tar Sands Blockade is a coalition of affected Texas and Oklahoma residents and climate justice organizers using peaceful and sustained civil disobedience to stop the construction of TransCanada's Keystone XL tar sands pipeline.
Call your State Representative and State Senator. Ask them to hold a town hall meeting where you live to help reform eminent domain in Texas. They can't have it both ways. They can't say they support property rights but give pipeline operators a blank check, as is the common practice by the Texas Railroad Commission and most of our state officials.
Call on the United States President Barack Obama to address the detentions at Guantánamo Bay.
More than ten years have passed since the first prisoner arrived in Guantánamo Bay, making it the longest-standing war prison in U.S. history.
Guantánamo was not a problem of President Obama's making, but it is now one of his choosing. Although he pledged to close the prison within a year on his second day in office, he has since failed to show the political commitment necessary to close the prison camp. To be sure, Congress has imposed unnecessary restrictions on transfer and release of prisoners from Guantánamo, but President Obama should use all the legal powers at his disposal to transfer detainees already cleared for release.
Let the President know that you're counting on him to make good on his original promise to close Guantánamo and to shut down the un-American and illegal policies that it embodies.
Texas Lawmakers Seek To Block NDAA Indefinite Detentions
The Huffington Post | By Nick Wing Posted: 11/14/2012 12:45 pm EST
Republican state lawmakers in Texas submitted two bills this week seeking to counteract the federal government's controversial powers of indefinite detention and overzealous searches by the Transportation Security Administration.
GOP state Rep. Lyle Larson filed a measure that would nullify controversial aspects of the 2012 National Defense Authorization Act, which has been criticized for establishing vague criteria that gives the federal government broad authority to indefinitely detain suspected terrorists without charges or a trial.
HB 149 specifically calls out Section 1021 and 1022 of the NDAA, which were recently subjects of a federal lawsuit filed by plaintiffs concerned that the language within the passages could be used to indefinitely detain U.S. citizens.
The bill calls the sections "inimical to the liberty, security, and well-being of the citizens of the State of Texas," and accuses them of violating numerous protections established by both the U.S. and state constitutions.
The legislation states that it will reject "material support" of the measures' implementation, and goes on to claim that any person found to be exercising powers established in Sections 1021 or 1022 would risk criminal penalties.


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My oh my, what weird weather we are having here in Houston. Two weeks ago I broke out the shorts, flip flops and tank tops, then last week I had bust my winter coat and sweater boots back out. Now its in the 40's and pouring down rain! A little taste of summer, winter and spring all within three weeks. I can't complain too much though considering all the snow you Northerners are getting pummeled with. With all the changing weather it seems like a lot of people around me are getting sick, so what better time to make an immune-boosting super-food filled soup filled with tons of in-season veggies?
A lot of people tend to eat less produce in the winter, but we really need to be eating even more to keep us healthy! The good thing is that there are plenty of fruits and veggies that thrive in the winter months:
Brussels sprouts
Winter squash
Collard greens
Sweet potatoes
I've been clearing out my pantry to get ready for the move to Florida (IN TWO WEEKS– no I have nothing packed yet) and had a bag of Trader Joe's Red Lentils that I thought would be great for making a hearty soup in this dreary weather. I ate 2 huge bowls for lunch and am already looking forward to dinner!
If you're the kind of person that doesn't get excited about vegetable soup, when's the last time you had something other than Campbell's? Trust me, this is nothing like that canned crap!
If you're a kitchen newb or just aren't as adventurous when it comes to the produce section there may be a few foreign ingredients on the list:
Ginger (top left, the little round one): Looks like a little root, smells wonderful, has a little spice if you use a ton (think ginger ale). Ginger is SO good for you– it can reduce nausea and prevent inflammation and has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years.
Parsnips: it's just a white carrot, don't get too excited. You could also use turnips here.
Butternut squash: although you've probably already heard of/tried this one, have you seen it in these convenient little packs? The extra dollar saves a ton of time!
Lentils: I like to think of them as itty bitty baby beans. They're full of fiber, protein, folate and iron. They also come in green, yellow and black varieties.
Vegetable/vegetarian bouillon: If you're familiar with my blog, you're familiar with bouillon. I keep this stuff stocked to use in all my soups. It's so much easier and cheaper than having to buy broth. I always buy a container of broth then end up throwing most of it away, so this way I can use as much or as little as I want. Just use 1 teaspoon of bouillon + 1 cup of water to equal 1 cup of broth.
Are you ready to get your soup on? Stay warm, my friends!
Are you looking for a dietitian or nutritionist in Orlando? Contact me at firstname.lastname@example.com or schedule your appointment here. Not in Orlando but still need some nutrition help? We also do online or over the phone consultations.

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About The Value of the Metropolitan:
The Metropolitan Convertible is worth almost twice as much as a hard top in similar condition. The earlier Metropolitans with the standard 1200 cc engine, hood scoop, and single color are rare, but still worth the same as the later Metropolitan, if not a little less in value. Your best bet in value would be a late model hard top, of preferably the convertible with a trunk lid, and the 1500 cc engine or the 1500 cc HC engine. (It is hard to find parts for the 1200 cc engine and tranny. They are more expensive and some parts are not in production anymore) Most people will drop a late model 1500 cc engine in their early Met.
Definitions of Conditions by Class:
A- Completely restored to showroom condition. 95-100 point car.
B- Excellent restoration to original specifications.
C- Good occasional driver. Very clean and in
original condition,
D- Running car, with good body and all original components.
E- Project car with all needed parts intact, limited structural or rust damage In need of restoration.
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An on-the-run-barrister from Sheffield, wanted over a sex attack, has been arrested.
Desmond Rosario, aged 46, was arrested in the Birmingham area at around 11pm last night.
A warrant for his arrest was issued in June when he failed to turn up for a hearing at Leicester Magistrates' Court after he was charged with a serious sexual assault.
He is alleged to have attacked a teenage girl in Sheffield in October, last year.
Rosario is due to appear before Leicester magistrates today.
Police chiefs in South Yorkshire gave the go-ahead for his disappearance to be featured on the BBC's Crimewatch programme last week in a bid to help track him down.
An initial eight calls were made to the show on the night, which detectives said 'provided several lines of enquiry to pursue'.
Before the show detectives revealed that they believed Rosario could have been using aliases, including David D'Cruz or Desmond David Luc D'Cruz.
They also thought he may have been travelling through Europe or Canada looking for work in the legal profession.
Rosario studied law at the University of Sheffield and was called to the bar in 1990.


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Summary of our Financial Hardship Policy (Schedule B)Print Friendly
Some personal/residential and small business customers who are experiencing financial hardship may be entitled to special arrangements for the bills they cannot immediately afford to pay.
Depending on your circumstances, there may be options for helping to manage your financial difficulty e.g. payment plans, service restrictions.
Eligibility is set out in the Financial Hardship Policy.
Contacting Us About Financial Hardship
You can contact us regarding financial hardship issues as follows:
|Contact Hours
|1800 819 730
|8:30am – 4:45pm EST
|All hours: processed during business hours
|Postal Address:
|Alltel PO Box 5133 Brandon Park, Vic 3150
|All hours: processed during business hours
|1300 255 855
|All hours: processed during business hours
The Financial Hardship Officer can provide more information and a copy of our policy.
Information We May Require
To process a financial hardship enquiry or application, we first ask for an Application (which is attached to this Summary) that identifies you, your account, and other basic information. You must send it, and any other supporting documentation we require, to the email address, postal address or fax number above, addressed to 'Financial Hardship Officer'.
We may require further documentation, depending on the nature and circumstances of your claim (if relevant), for example:
- evidence that you lost employment;
- evidence that you have consulted a financial counsellor;
- a statutory declaration by you;
- a statutory declaration by someone familiar with your circumstances;
- a medical certificate.
Our assessment of an application may be based on the information you provide or other information available to us.
If the information you provide is not sufficient for us to make an assessment, we will tell you that, and advise what other information is required.
If you do not provide information as requested, an assessment may not be made.
Provision of false or incomplete information may result in us cancelling any hardship arrangements.
How We Assess an Application—Generally
We try to be flexible, since there are many different possible circumstances. But generally, we:
- Check that the amount involved is not disputed. If it is, our Complaints Policy applies instead.
- Assess whether the application meets the definition for financial hardship.
- Consider whether non-payment of amounts is reasonable in all of the circumstances.
- Consider whether your reason for being unable to pay falls into those relevant under our Financial Hardship Policy.
- Consider whether a financial hardship arrangement could assist you.
- Consider an appropriate arrangement under our Policy and the Telecommunications Consumer Protections Code C628:2012 and propose it to you. Where possible and appropriate, we will provide you with flexible repayment options to meet your individual circumstances.
- Make an assessment within 7 working days after you provide the last of any information or supporting documentation we reasonably require.
A proposed financial hardship arrangement has no effect unless and until you accept it. If you do not accept a proposed arrangement within 10 days, it is no longer open for acceptance. (But if you do not accept in that time for good reason, we will not unreasonably refuse to extend the proposal.)
If it becomes clear to us at any time that you do not meet the criteria for arrangement or assistance, we will inform you immediately.
Your Rights and Obligations if We Enter a Financial Hardship Arrangement
- You, and we, must comply with an agreed financial hardship arrangement.
- We will give you written details of the arrangement if you ask for them.
- We will not pursue credit management action over a debt while a financial hardship arrangement covering that debt is in place and you are complying with it.
- You must promptly advise us if your circumstances change during the term of the financial hardship arrangement.
Contacting your Local Financial Counsellor or Consumer Advocate
|QLD Financial Counselling Services of QLD
|(07) 3257 1957
|NSW Credit and Debt Hotline
|1800 808 488
|ACT Care Financial Counselling
|(02) 6257 1788
|VIC Consumer Credit Legal Service
|(03) 9602 3800
|TAS Anglicare Financial Counselling
|1800 243 232
|SA Uniting Communities Financial Counselling
|(08) 8202 5180
|WA Financial Counsellors Resource Project
|(08) 9221 9411
|NT Anglicare Financial Counselling
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This highly effective anti-aging organic oil serum helps reduce skin lines and wrinkles and helps prevent further degenerative effects from aging. The formulation consists of a blend of fast absorbing oils and actives extremely high in natural vitamin A from Norwegian cold pressed fermented cod liver oil and marine collagen peptides it contains huge amount of amino acids, it forms new tissue cells for the skin.Also filled with natural vitamin D3 and E. Organic Prickly Pear Seed Oil with vitamin K and E, Organic Seabuckthorn with Palmitoleic acid, Organic kakadu plum seed oil that has the most natural source of vitamin C in the world. Omega-3,6 & 9,C,D,E & K2, plant stem cells helps to decrease the creation of wrinkles while keeping the production of skin fibers at a good level. Organic neroli, Q10 & UV shields and natural anti-inflammatory agents for environmental protection. Helps relive chapped and dry skin, including eczema prone skin. Limits the skin dryness process and protects against outside agressions. Suitable for all skin types and ages.
Can be used alone or under any creams. Great as an overnight treatment. Apply to face anytime, also any area that need extra help like a burn or rash. It's not greasy at all. Absorb quickly into the skin. Leaves skin super soft and hydrated.


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The Seychelles Minister for Tourism and Culture, Alain St.Ange, has again been described as the man who has turned around tourism on the islands and that also, thanks to his campaign to increase visibility of the destination in the world press, the latter is today enjoying a success story.
Ile en Ile Mag magazine of Mauritius has recently carried out an exclusive interview with the minister, entitled "Seychelles Tourism – A Success Story," with an introduction which tells of the Seychelles' tourism remarkable progress in the last few years.
"When one says Seychelles, one can immediately start dreaming. You think of the beaches, the sun and the holidays…" says the article, adding that the visitor figures to the islands have increased steadily over the last few years even when the rest of the world was in economic turmoil.
Minister St.Ange starts the interview by describing the tourism climate in Seychelles, citing that it is living a true success and achieving its objectives at all levels. He says at the time of the interview (in May) that all the hotels were enjoying a good occupancy level, and that Seychelles has managed to maintain its reputation as a "quality" getaway and not as a mass tourism destination.
A total 230,272 tourists traveled to Seychelles in 2013, representing a 10.7% increase on the previous year.
"I am very happy, and I congratulate the Seychelles Tourism Board for its continued efforts to market and sell the destination all over the world. But they are not alone; we also have the government and private sector, all coming together to find the right strategies for this very important industry," Minister St.Ange says.
He is then asked about the new regulations being implemented to encourage more "home grown" establishments. He says that two-and-a-half years ago, Seychelles' President James Michel laid out a new road map for tourism, and his wish was to see more Seychellois take ownership of the tourism industry. Minister St.Ange stresses that it was never the government's intention to have an economy of only big businesses.
"It is important for everyone to feel part of this development and this important industry. That's why we have ensured that proper regulations and facilities are in place to encourage the opening of smaller establishments such as guest-houses, self-caterings, and smaller hotels," he said.
He adds that over 200 small establishments have been registered recently, and this is the result of "the Seychellois people wanting to claim back their industry."
When asked about the future of Seychelles tourism in the next few years, Minister St.Ange says that the country has a Tourism Master Plan which is now in its second year. The aim, he explains, was to assess where the country is going with its tourism industry and how it wants it to contribute to the economy.
"The President gave me a mission, to go out there and speak to the tourism trade and all other services that gain their businesses and livelihood through tourism (hotels, restaurants, car rentals, airlines, etc. and also farmers, fishermen, artists) to discuss their aspirations and what they want to see and achieve," he explains.
"It is a mutual agreement amongst all groups that we don't want mass tourism and no charters, because our people will not benefit from it. We all want to keep the beautiful image of our destination and everything else that conjures the image of 'Seychelles' in someone's mind," he adds.
Minister St.Ange says that tourism will remain the pillar of the Seychelles economy and that the country needs to continuously prepare human resources to sustain the growth. A new hotel school will open at the end of the year.
"It is important for the colors of Seychelles to be visible in all our hotels," says the minister.
He also stresses that the country needs to have new hotel developments to keep up with the growth of the industry. Tourism on the islands helps to finance other sectors such as social services, health, and education, and thus attention must be given to that industry so that the whole nation can benefit.
"But this development to bring tourism to new heights must take place in phases, we need to grow the industry, but we must do it well. This year we will see the opening of two hotels and next year another two.
"But we have to be careful. We don't want to open new hotels without the guarantee that we have airline seats availability to Seychelles. This is very important, and as Minister for Tourism, I am well aware of that. We need to have other facilities in place as well to sustain the growth such as adequate electricity and water. We need to plan ahead and calculate well. The bottom line is that we need the country and the people to benefit," says Minister St.Ange.
The Minister also says that he has the Seychellois culture at heart, and he wants both culture and tourism to complement each other. By putting the local culture at the forefront, he stresses, the country is also putting its people at the forefront.
"Culture is at the center of our development and our communication. This is why we have the carnival, the Creole festival, and other such cultural events. Our culture is at the center of our tourism promotion, and this is what our visitors look for. We are proud of what we are and what we have," he concludes.
Seychelles is a founding member of the International Coalition of Tourism Partners (ICTP).


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A dorsal column stimulator is an electronic device implanted near the spinal cord to manage chronic pain, according to Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists. It delivers a low-level electrical current that interrupts the nerve conduction of pain.
Dorsal column stimulation does not cure the cause of pain but aims to reduce the intensity, duration and frequency of pain, reports the University of Rochester Medical Center. Patients who undergo the procedure have a trial period of stimulation to assess their response to the treatment prior to the surgical implantation of the stimulator. Possible complications include displacement of electrode, subcutaneous hematomas, infection and cerebrospinal fluid leak.


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Callback Services 4 Global Calling
International Call Back Service plans offers you a range of prepaid calling options as well as unlimited international calling plan for a flat monthly rental.
Follow the same suite of solutions for the latest arrival of smart phone apps for a for Android OS, Blackberry 7 iPhone incredibly works from any Wi-Fi hot spot location including the US and other locations across the globe, without costing anything to the mobile carrier roaming minutes other than the data connection.
With 1-Click International dialing with PIN less dialing where the process of account authentication and gateway via VOIP communication is registered to your preferred phone number and so that the user can now simply click on the contact from their smart phone and trigger the call.
The smart phone application will automatically dial the local access number from the preconfigured location settings based on the user's international location and follow up with auto authentication & PIN less dialing as a measure of unified registration of the user's telephone number.
Customizable greetings and a range of other value added web account services, including the option to change the default call back number while traveling with the hotel room number or any other local number from any international destinations.
Smart Phone applications will detect intelligently to trigger the call back to the updated call back number using the data connection and once the incoming call is answered, another call is triggered to the desired contact's destination number including both mobile and landline number.
You can also reverse the process discussed above and configure to trigger the first call to the desired destination number and when the call is answered, customize branding greetings from the IVR welcomes or thanks the caller and request them to hold while they connect the call to your default callback number.
Integrate 1-click international dialing to callback service smart phone apps from the same account and experience the convenience of single click dialing to trigger a customized greetings call to the user and connecting them to you once they answer your call. Incredibly, your phone number remains the same as saved on your address book and thus not confusing the receiver with an unidentified number.
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Prout Convention, July 2014
July 18(Arr.) – 23(Dep.), 2014
Ananda Gaorii Retreat Center and Organic Farm
Vig, Denmark
Followed by Prout Activist Training – July 23 – 26
The Prout Convention is a blend of spiritual retreat and inspiration for social change. This year's program continues a comprehensive analysis of the European crisis with both immediate and long term solutions based on the Progressive Utilization Theory or "Prout" (Prout is an alternative socio-economic theory which sees the world as a family of living beings on a common journey towards higher consciousness. With the slogan, "Prosperity without Harming Others", Prout's aim is to provide security and progress for all forms of life). In particular we will look at the potential for regional alternatives to the European Union (such as a Nordic Alliance) based on self-reliance, social justice and sustainability. We will work on the organizing skills we need such as communication, planning and decision-making. Finally we will have hands-on workshops on alternative currencies, water systems, renewable energy, permaculture and other skills for people who want to make progressive changes by changing the way they live.
Spirituality and Creativity
Kiirtan (chanting) and meditation are at the core of the convention. Four sessions of kiirtan and meditation every day (beginning with 3 hours akhanda kiirtan) and two sessions of yoga asana practice create a strong spiritual flow. For those who love chanting, every retreat brings the opportunity to learn new melodies and hear old melodies played in a new way. Spiritual talks from teachers and experienced practitioners bring insight and inspiration and the evening cultural get-togethers offer a warm-hearted opportunity to enjoy the performances of our talented international family.
A Growing Project
Ananda Gaorii Master Unit (retreat centre and organic farm) itself is steadily developing. This year there will be a new kitchen and dining hall and a new kitchen garden to supply fresh veggies and herbs for the Convention. For the Whole Family There will be a complete child care program in the children's tent and the enclosed children's area with activities aimed at developing their sense of connectedness with all life and their own inner greatness and beauty. Trips to the nearby beach and forest will be offered along with special programs for teenagers.
Ananda Gaorii has a combination of dormitories, rooms and grassy fields for camping. Most of the rooms have beds while the dormitories have mat-tresses on the floor. Participants should bring their own sheets, sleeping bag, etc. This year the facilities have been renovated and extended to include a new living space for families and children. Those who need more privacy and peace (and loud snorers :)) are encouraged to bring their own tent and camp.
Please Preregister! This is vitally important for our planning and accommodations, especially for anyone with special needs. Space is very limited except for camping. To register, please click HERE
Cost (Note: Registration fee covers, accommodation, food and program participation.)
- Standard: €180 (1350 DKK)
- Students-pensioners, and unemployed: €135 (1000 DKK)
- Children 5—12: €80 (600 DKK); Children 0—5: Free
- Portugal, Spain, Iceland, Greece: €135 (1000 DKK)
- Poland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Hungary, Ukraine, Belarus, Russia, Romania €110 (820 DKK)
- From the Balkan countries and other sectors, concessions will be available when registering in advance or at registration.
Account Information
Danske Bank 0297 4614434090; Swift/Bic: DABADKKK IBAN: DK1330004614434090
Contact Information
Ananda Gaorii (Convention Site)
Address: Holbækvej 56A 4560 Vig, Denmark
Tel. +45 47314731
Mob. +45 91490811
Address: Prout Global Office, Platanvej 30, Frederiksberg
Tel. +45 33241244
Tel. +45 33256671
Mob. +45 26453521
Mob. +45 71881273
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Getting There
If you come by train we can pick you up from Holbaek Station. If you come by car please click on this map: http://goo.gl/maps/HSDST


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Bethesda has announced that they're pushing the launch of The Elder Scrolls Online forward to sometime next year so that the MMO can drop on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 at the same time. The game was originally expected to come out from under those mudcrabs this year. What mudcrabs? These mudcrabs!
"We are thrilled to bring this game to consoles, in addition to the PC and Mac," said game director Matt Firor in the press stuff. "It's something our fans have been requesting since we first announced the title, and something our team is excited to offer. Everyone will be able to play The Elder Scrolls Online the way they want to play."
To make up for the delay, there's a new trailer! Okay, it might not totally make up for it, but it's something.


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A new episode of Play on Target drops- just in time for Gen Con. So I'll curtail my usual comments a little. This episode we consider What Hooks Us? as gamers. From time to time its worth stopping and thinking about what you like in gaming: what you enjoy at the table, what kinds of products you like to read, what genres you absolutely have to buy. Take a moment and really think about that- and then figure out how to get more of that into your gaming experience. I suspect all of us have at least one game or system we really want to try, but it doesn't fit with our current group. Look around and see where you can connect with other people who might want to try it. I've managed to play a ton of games online that wouldn't have worked f2f or fit in due to time. Think about what makes you happy in gaming and grab on to that.
Play on Target Episode Round Up
If you like RPG Gaming podcasts, I hope you'll check it out. We take a focused approach- tackling a single topic each episode. You can subscribe to the show on iTunes or follow the podcast's page at www.playontarget.com.


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Today's Challenge: Happy Birthday with a twist - add a tag!
Here is my card:
(Scroll down for more pictures and instructions for this card!)
Some more projects for inspiration:
Click HERE to see more pictures and instructions for this gift box!
This was a birthday invitation for my Grandpa's 85th birthday.
This is what you could win - One of my new stamp sets !
Click HERE to see all of my clear stamps
Link up your project and leave a comment telling me which stamp set is your favorite for a chance to win one stamp set of your choice.
A winner (picked randomly) will be announced next Monday with the new Monday challenge.
I can't wait to be inspired by all of your 'Birthday' projects!
We have a winner (randomly picked) for last weeks 'Cute as a Bug' challenge!
(Thanks to all who joined the fun - I loved seeing all of your cute bug projects!)
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Congratulations Amber !
Email me with your address so I can get your prize mailed to you!
More pictures and instructions for my project:
(Lots of pictures this time!)
The cupcake shaped card and the candle both come from the Wrap it Up cartridge. I love the cupcake card on the wrap it up cartridge, but I wanted a different candle, so I welded a new candle over the original. The shape card and layers were cut at 5" (height) and the candle I added over the top was cut at 3.35" (height)
I also wanted to add a yellow patterned 'cupcake wrapper' to the front of the card. I scooted the cut off to the side so as not to waste paper and put my patterned paper upside down on the mat. Then I trimmed the edge with my paper cutter. (This is the yellow piece on the front of the cupcake)
I also wanted chocolate brown on the inside of my cupcake card so I cut it once from white cardstock (right side of gypsy mat) and once from brown (left side of gypsy mat) Then I trimmed the brown on the fold line.
So, here is my cupcake card base. I cut off the candle :)
Here is my brown for the inside of my card. I stamped the Happy Birthday with embossing ink and then heat embossed the white embossing powder on top. I LOVE that you can curve clear stamps before inking them! Oh, the possibilities . . . Click HERE to see all of my new stamp sets.
I added a little faux stitching with my white gel pen and adhered to the inside of card.
For the pink frosting, I first adhered the red candle and then added glossy accents (smeared with my finger) and then sprinkled Martha Stewart tinsel glitter on top.
I inked the blue patterned paper candle with Bazzinks splash ink.
For the yellow cupcake wrapper I first stamped the sentiment, from Inside & Out Stamp Set #2, and then inked the edges and doodled with the white gel pen.
My new Inside & Out Stamps have sentiments for the outside of your cards . . .
. . . and matching sentiments for the inside of your cards! Click HERE to see all of my new stamp sets!
Time to build our cupcake! First add the frosting and candle base.
Next, I added the blue patterned paper candle.
Then the flame and the cupcake wrapper.
This would make a cute card all by itself, but I wanted to add a little more. How much is too much?!?!
So, I added pop it squares
and adhered it to a standard A2 size card.
Now for the tag! The 'Eat Cake!' sentiment comes from my Inside & Out Stamp Set #2. I stamped it on pink card stock, cut it out by hand, and matted it twice. Then I used Cherry Red Bakers Twine to attach it to the candle.
Be sure to link up your project and leave a comment telling me which of my new stamp sets is your favorite for a chance to win one of my new stamp sets!
Have a happy day!


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STRASBOURG France
The European capital
The European capital and capital of Alsace, Strasbourg is a young and dynamic city. It will definitely surprise you for its lively side, making it a hotbed of culture including museums, theatres, operas, concert halls and festivals. Everything is so close at hand here! Whether you love fine restaurants, monuments or entertainment, there's no doubt that you'll soon fall in love with this captivating city!
Like many major European cities, Strasbourg is home to world renowned historical heritage sites: the Grande Ile is listed as UNESCO World Heritage. The more curious among you can explore Strasbourg's different districts on foot or by bicycle, each of which has its own distinct identity intimately related to its history and its occupants. Encircled by the arms of the river Ill, the city centre is home to the main sites and monuments which make Strasbourg so famous, including the Cathedral, the Maison Kammerzell, Petite France or the Ponts Couverts…
- Batorama, boat tour
- The Petite France quarter
- Kammerzell's House
- European Parliament
- Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MAMCS)
- The Tomi Ungerer Museum –international illustration center


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Wander through an open field and enjoy a memorable view of the historic Paine House, with the broad estuary of the Ipswich River extending beyond.
What makes Greenwood Farm a special place?
The pasture that greets you at Greenwood Farm reveals little of the property's splendor. At first, you only see fields cleared by generations of farmers, a stand of trees, and brambles entwined around a rock wall. After a short walk, the estate begins to reveal itself: several small structures and a root cellar appear, then a rambling clapboard farmhouse and the late First Period Paine House. It is the view of the marsh, however, that dominates the landscape.
The reservation takes its name from Thomas S. Greenwood who built the 19th-century white farmhouse. To its rear, the Paine House (1694), a yellow clapboard saltbox, is a remarkable example of First Period (1620–1725) architecture. Three generations of the Paine family made their home here, including Robert Paine, foreman of the Salem witch trial jury in 1692. From 1916, Greenwood Farm was a summer retreat for the Robert G. Dodge family, who used the Paine House as a guesthouse. Furnished with a fine collection of American furniture and decorative arts, it radiates with Colonial Revival ambiance. Recent archaeological investigations revealed a rare survival of an 18th-century milk room or dairy inside the house.
As you wander the reservation grounds on a typical summer day, you may see swallows, waxwings, and dragonflies swooping over the fields for small insects, or a red-tailed hawk riding high on a thermal. Great blue herons and snowy and American egrets wade through the marsh. Occasionally at dawn or dusk, the air quivers with the soft hooting of a great horned owl or the raspy bark of a red fox. Bobolinks nest in the fields.
The property includes several islands on the salt marsh, the three largest being Diamond Stage, Homestead, and Widow's Island. The islands are drumlins created by the Wisconsin glacier more than 10,000 years ago. Access to the islands is prohibited to protect the salt marsh.
The channels through the marsh lead to the Ipswich River, which begins its journey to the sea 35 miles west in Burlington. In this area, flooded twice daily by the tides, blue mussels (Mytilus edulis) attach to rocks and soft-shelled clams (Mya arenaria) burrow in the mudflats. At low tide, green crabs (Carcinus maenus) emerge from burrows within the Spartina roots to prey on mussels and clams.
2.5 miles of trails. Easy walking.
When to Visit
Grounds: year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of 1 hour.
The Paine House is open for the program Ipswich is First Period every November. Please visit our "Things to Do" page for more details.
The Trustees reserves the right to photograph or video visitors and program participants for promotional use, and usage of our properties implies consent. Find the full policy here.
47 Jeffrey's Neck Road
Ipswich, MA 01938
Telephone: 978.356.4351
E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com
Latitude: 42.6944
Longitude: -70.8213
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From Rt. 128 Exit 20A, follow Rt. 1A North to the Ipswich Town Green, continue straight onto County Rd. (turns into East St.). Follow for 0.9 mi., bear left onto Jeffrey's Neck Rd., and follow for 0.7 mi. to entrance on right and parking (10 cars) is 1/4 mile down driveway, on left.
From Rt.1A/133 South at Lord's Square in Ipswich, continue straight onto High St. and turn left onto East St. at stop sign. Follow for 0.4 mi. and bear left onto Jeffrey's Neck Rd. Continue as above.
When to Visit
Grounds: year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of 1 hour.
The Paine House is open for the program Ipswich is First Period every November. Please visit our "Things to Do" page for more details.
Grounds: FREE.
Settled shortly after the founding of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, the property was part of a land grant from the Town of Ipswich to Robert Paine, and soon became known as the Paine Farm. Robert Paine, Jr., graduated Harvard in 1656. He served as jury foreman for the Salem witch trials in 1692.
Robert Paine, Jr., is considered the first occupant of the Paine house (circa 1694). The house is a fine example of first period architecture, a form that flourished in New England from 1625 until 1725. The Paine House is an integral lean-to, with the rear room and sloping saltbox roof part of the original construction.
The Paine family owned and managed the farm for three generations. By 1828, Thomas S. Greenwood, had built the large farmhouse adjacent to the Paine House. In 1911 the property was sold to Major Guy Murchie, who may have made some cosmetic changes to the two houses.
Robert Dodge, a prominent Boston attorney, purchased the property from Murchie in 1916. In 1920–21, the Dodges constructed all of the outbuildings seen on the property today, as well as doing major renovations to Greenwood's farmhouse. Mrs. Alice Childs Dodge collected furnishings for the Paine House and oversaw its restoration in 1936–37. At the request of the Dodge family, The Trustees of Reservations will preserve the Paine House as a museum. The farmhouse is used for private staff housing.
Property Acquisition History
Original acreage a gift of Miss Sally Dodge and Mrs. Alice Dodge Wolfson in 1975. Additional land given by bequest of Sally Dodge in 1979; Mr. and Mrs. George R. Desrochers in 1980; Mrs. Sophie Villanti in 1998; and the Town of Ipswich in 2000.
Archival Collections
Archival material related to Greenwood Farm is available to researchers at the Archives & Research Center in Sharon, Massachusetts.
Greenwood Farm Collection
(90.0 linear feet)
Regarding the history of Greenwood Farm, the Dodge Family, and The Trustees of Reservations' management of Greenwood Farm, 1840s–1993.
Grounds: year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Paine House: guided and self-guided tours 11AM–3PM on the first Saturday of the month, June through October, in conjunction with Essex County's 17th Century Saturdays program. Pricing is free the first Saturday in June, and members free, nonmembers $8 thereafter, through October. Allow a minimum of 1 hour, 2 hours if taking Paine House tour. Groups by appointment.
Since 1891, The Trustees of Reservations have worked to protect special places in Massachusetts and maintain them to the highest standards. To ensure these standards are met, a program of careful planning and sound management is essential. Comprehensive property management plans are created for each reservation and are completely updated approximately every ten years. We often work with volunteers, property users, and members of the community to carry out this planning, which typically involves several steps:
Printed trail maps are distributed free from the bulletin board in the parking area. Please understand that supplies periodically run out. We recommend that you download a trail map before you visit.
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Wherever your travels take you, please observe all posted regulations, follow special instructions from property staff, and keep in mind the Stewardship Code:
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Crawling Away
There is no shame in going after what you want or so I've heard.
What if you're the thing that's wanted and you have no desire to be pursued?
You're so used to giving in that even though it's rotting your soul to say no, you do, because that's what will set you free ultimately.
Yet, that no you worked so hard to muster up? Yeah, that falls on self-made deaf ears. They can't hear the no...they simply hear the roar of their narcissistic self-cheerleading to go after what makes them happy.
Because, well their happiness is all that fucking matters.
So, you say no. And this game unfolds, one you never intended to play. There's boring banter, sad stupid words and your smile doesn't reach your eyes because you're simply trying to placate this happiness seeker til you can plan your escape.
Escape doesn't come quickly, because they've played this game before. You're just a novice up against a card shark. And you know what they'll do if you don't give them what they want?
They'll break your legs so you can't walk.
And you realize that this quest for happiness is really just one for control. Your 'no's' are blocked out to fuel their sick version of winning. They use that no that you choked out so fiercely, my love, as a sound track (blared on repeat) so they can get hyped , one to dance to....one that they think they will know all the lyrics to and plan to dominate eventually.
There you are. Still new. Apprehension building. Still learning. Realization dawning. Still mewing the no on your soft lips.
He laughs.
And you run.
No has never meant anything to him. He's had this planned way before you were in the picture. Because, he's a winner and he goes after what he wants regardless of if it's a prize up for grabs or not.
You look for that escape and wish to God that you would have paid closer attention to the exits when coming into this maze. You scan every crevice wondering why he is so persistent when pleasure isn't anywhere in his vocabulary, he only knows destruction. You wait with baited breath hoping he doesn't find your hiding spot, your only solace in this cat and mouse game. However, the moment you let your guard down, he snatches you upright.
He sucks in his breath through his teeth, demanding you straighten your spine. He roughly pulls your shoulders back, tips your chin up, has you put your legs together and smugly walks away. He wants to see you stand tall...before he makes you fall.
Then, you hear it.
The whistle of his sledge hammer slicing the stagnant air. And with a sickening confirmation in your gut you already know where it's going. You try to brace yourself, but there's never quite been a preparation perfected for having your knees bashed out by a psychopath. The heavy hammer powers through your skin and sinew like you were nothing more than a piece of paper.
You crumble.
Not gracefully, not artistically, you shatter and scream, you break and are bent in the most awkward angles, you ugly cry with snot running all over your face and realize that you've never felt this kind of pain before.
You are alive, even if barely so. You survived. You may not feel victorious in this moment, but you are.
He does not own you.
He cannot control you.
He cannot break you.
There you are. Surviving amidst a pile of ridiculous pain. Here's your opportunity to look for those exits again.
You can't run, you can't walk, but you can still move forward. You can crawl your way out, in pain, over the jagged rocks and towards a better place for you.
I lied when I said you weren't a prize earlier.
He wanted the flimsy, shiny Cracker Jack sticker that he could happily wear on his pleather jacket, that he would gleefully show off to people in between ape- like poundings of his chest that clearly proved his strength and prowess
You are a prize love.
But not a prize for him.
You're the best prize out there. A prize he will never get his grubby paws on again. A prize he will never even know the value of- because he only wanted the cheap stuff. He never realized your worth ran deep, your strength was solid and your determination was untouchable. He did not know the minute he tried to break you down was the minute your soul would rear up and remember you were never meant to be tamed.
Crawl on friend.
Leave that piece of shit behind in a world where he thought he could control a situation and disregard your disengagement and your rejection.
Go slow, as you are a new you, and find your way out to a better day. Go quickly if you can endure the pain, just....go.


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Frequently asked questions about shark cage diving
The idea of going shark cage diving can be a very daunting one at first, as the thought of getting up close with these apex predators send chills up the spines of many people. With these frequently asked questions below, we aim to help ease those nerve-wrecking thoughts and help you plan your shark cage diving trip by providing you with all the need-to-know information.
Must I bring my own dive gear for the shark cage diving trip or is it included?
- No, all you need to dive is to bring your swimming gear and a towel (optional).
Can non-divers also go onto one of your tours and is it the same price?
- Yes. Many guests surface view only. Our boat is specially designed for surface viewing and photography, and we have an upper viewing deck on the boat as well. Yes, it is the same price as the price is per head space.
Do you use scuba gear on your shark cage diving trip?
- As the shark cage is fixed to the boat, we use a hookah system, meaning the scuba tanks stay on board and only the scuba hose enters the cage, allowing you to enjoy a great shark dive without cumbersome, heavy tanks and gear.
Do I need dive qualifications to use the hookah
- No qualifications are necessary for shark cage diving.
Can we snorkel in the cage?
- Yes. Snorkelling is allowed but using the hookah system is a better option as it allows you to stay underwater for longer.
How many people are in the shark cage?
- We only allow 2 people in the cage at a time. This allows for a better shark cage diving experience.
How thick are the wetsuits?
- They are the standard 5mm wetsuits.
Do you have wetsuits for all sizes?
- Yes, we have from small to our largest being a XXXL.
How long is the cage dive?
- This depends on the shark activity and the sea conditions on the day. We like to work on a rotational system, allowing everyone at least a 20 min dive. After everyone has had a turn, and if there is still time, then you can have a second dive.
Can you pick us up from our hotel or guest house?
- Yes, we can arrange a pick up for you in the city area. This is an extra service and not included in the price.
Do we get a refund if the trip is cancelled from your side?
- Yes, we offer a 100% refund, if we cancel a trip.
If the shark cage diving trip is cancelled, can we go on another day?
- We always try to accommodate our guests if we cannot get out to sea. This does however depend on the availability of the bookings.
Can children come on the boat?
- Children over the age of 8 yrs are welcome. As the shark cage diving trips are long, it is very unpleasant for little children to be out at sea for more than a few hours.
Will I get lunch on the boat?
- Light snacks, muffins, sandwiches and cold drinks are provided. We recommend bringing some extra snacks if you think you might work up an appetite.
Will I get sea sick?
- We recommend that you take precautions (visit your physician or pharmacist for medication) if you are prone to sea sickness. Being sea sick is not fun and so rather take them. It is recommended to avoid alcohol the night before the shark cage diving trip.
How long is the trip?
- The morning AIRJAWS or morning shark cage diving trip is from from 7am until 12.30
The afternoon trip is from 13h00 to 16h30
What should I wear?
- Peak cap
- Waterproof jacket
- Jersey
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Towel ( optional)
- Sensible shoes for a boat
- Beanie and scarf


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For the first time, my friend is going to join me in reviewing a game because he just so happened to be sitting right next to me as I was playing the game and he was caught as well.
Design (4/5 rockets) - Staying true to the simple style, I loved it but I believe there could be more mechanics added to make it more replay-able.
Audio (0/5 sounds) - Was it just me or was there no audio?
Mechanics (3/5 orbs) - The game progressively gets harder with more and faster moving orbs but there isn't much else to it which could get boring after awhile. (Or maybe I just haven't got far enough)
Art (5/5 sparks) - Coherent with the simplistic style all around.
Clicks everywhere (1/5 clicks) - After you die you, before you get to refresh you get a popup by NewGrounds and I assume that put there on purpose. The problem I have with it is that the user will have to click on the play button and then the refresh button which are placed quite apart from each other instead of just keeping the cursor in the same place and clicking once.
Smooth art (4/5 particles) - I really loved the simplistic art style with the beautiful color palette. It was all pretty fitting from birth to death. The only thing I didn't really like was how the engine particles at the back of the space ships weren't really in the correct place when tilted.
I didn't have much to say about it because of how simple it was but it was truly one of the best simple yet fun games I've played. I never felt bored starting the game over and over again. Music would have been awesome though!
To infinity and beyond!!! - UpUp


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LONDON (Reuters) - So what do you do for an encore to cap an extraordinary two months of concerts and recitals in a summer series that bills itself as the "world's greatest music festival" on its last weekend in the 2012 Olympics city?
Well, you party, big time, with two concerts, one indoors, one out, featuring a genre-bending array of singers and musicians, from Maltese tenor Joseph Calleja and Scottish violinist Nicola Benedetti to Australian pop star Kylie Minogue and English tenor Alfie Boe, plus a four-minute-long orchestral premiere whose composer guarantees a sonic explosion in what is, and only can be, the Last Night of the Proms on Saturday night.
You also let the "Prommers", those 600 souls who every night can queue up for tickets costing five pounds ($8) for standing room in the center of London's 6,000-seat Royal Albert Hall, show their appreciation for a season of musical splendor by waving flags, wearing funny hats and outlandish clothes, and singing their hearts out for "the best of British" grand finale that includes Elgar's "Land of Hope and Glory" and other hits to make everyone feel a lot, or at least a little bit, British.
"When we were setting off we said it was going to be a summer like no other and I think for a whole number of reasons that's actually been the case," Roger Wright, the Proms Director, and Controller of BBC classical music channel Radio 3, told Reuters in an interview as the big night, for which tickets are awarded by a lottery-like ballot, drew near.
Highlights of the BBC-sponsored Proms 118th season included performances by conductor Daniel Barenboim and his pan-Middle Eastern West-Eastern Divan Orchestra of the nine Beethoven symphonies, a night devoted to the works of the avant garde American composer John Cage, a staging for the first time at the Proms of the Broadway musical "My Fair Lady", plus appearances by world-renowned orchestras, ensembles and soloists.
Wright said his predictions that Proms attendance would hold up despite the Olympics staged on the other side of London most of the summer have proven correct, with average attendance of 90 percent, down from a record 94 percent the previous year.
Demand has been strong right to the end with the Last Night of the Proms, and the 17th year of its pop-oriented twin outdoor concert across the way in Hyde Park, sold out for advance tickets for weeks. Both will be shown for the first time in 3D at cinemas and on the BBC's 3D channel, as well as on big screens and in conventional cinemas across Britain.
Artists consider it a great honor to appear at the final Proms concert which, while it may not plumb the deepest levels of the classical repertoire, produces performances of a high caliber, and reaches a phenomenally large audience.
"It's one of the most famous and biggest musical events in the world," Calleja, 34, told Reuters in a telephone interview, adding that he was especially looking forward to performing one of the biggest successes of his idol, the late cinema tenor Mario Lanza, Richard Rodgers's "You'll Never Walk Alone", a perennial Proms Last Night singalong favorite.
"It's a big honor and I always give it my best," said Calleja, who has recently recorded a tribute album to Lanza, "Be My Love" (Decca).
As is the tradition, Calleja will wear an appropriately outrageous costume but he declined to divulge details, except to say it had nothing to do with Maltese falcons or puppies.
"It's absolutely top secret," he said.
No secret, though, that the Last Night opens with "Sparks" by Liverpool composer and clarinetist Mark Simpson, 23, who said he is thrilled that his work kicks off the night's festivities.
"It's an orchestral piece and it was an idea of mine to lure the audience in and not put all the cards out on the table at the outset," Simpson, who said he has been a fan of the Proms since he was a young boy, told Reuters.
"It is quite suggestive, quite volatile and very fragmented but then it really begins a minute of the way through...it's very intense...and at the end the piece really explodes."
Just right for what Wright calls, without a second of hesitation, "the greatest musical festival in the world".
Editing by Paul Casciato


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|Poet Bridget Galway
Bridget Seley-Galway, an artist/poet, has exhibited throughout New England, and can also be seen on the Spanish Island Ibiza's web site. Her poetry has been printed in Provincetown Magazine 2009-2010,Bagel Bards Anthology 2009-2012, and Popt Art 2011-2012. Her art has been presented in 1985 Artist Magazine, 1991 The Review Cape Cod Arts and Antiques, 2005 Cape Arts Review, and picked for the covers of Bagel Bards Anthology #5, Ibbetson Street Press #26-#30.
Son's Light
In this mid day coming;
The great newness of joy,
Swaddled your being
Nestled in my arms.
Your small hands touch my cheek,
With the sweet scent
Of the lost natal sea.
My heart rests,
In the smile this bliss creates.
In contrast my soul cries,
Be perfect for this perfection.
A Star's light,
From whose dust we are made,
Twinkles from your gray blue eyes, and
Offers up a long ago memory,
Of Angels, now ever present,
Define this forever Holy Day.


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Welcome to the NFAA
The Nostalgia Fuel Altered Association (NFAA) was formed by a group of dedicated racers and enthusiasts, to ensure the continuation of the Class and to promote Fuel Altered racing on an affordable and sustainable basis. Intended primarily as a demonstration/exhibition Class in its formation years, it is intended that entertainment should be paramount for spectators, many of which have not seen the wild, wild, Altereds in action. The Regulations, framed with the assistance of the MSA Technical Committee, aim at combining the nostalgic element with realistic, current, safety standards.
To ensure that the Class survives, the Regulations have been framed to put a ??cap?? on the cost of running Fuel Altereds as a Class, by attempting to ensure that the cars produce enough power to produce spectacular, side-by-side racing, without stressing the components to destruction levels.
The NFAA promotes the series at Santa Pod Raceway, with a number of races per year, schedule to be announced.
The Regulations, Rules and Race Procedures are available on this site and interested Teams are invited to apply for inclusion to the Series, by completing the Specification Sheet and Register ?C returning it as soon as possible.


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|Key West is an island located in the Florida Keys, a 100 mile string of islets which extend south west from the southern part of the state of Florida in the United States.
|The islands are connected by a scenic road and around 50 bridges. This is called the Overseas Highway. Key West is the last island on the Overseas Highway and has the distinction of being the southernmost point of the continental United States. The size of the island is 1½ by 3½ miles.
|Key West is steeped in history. Due to its strategic location it has played a strong military role with its Civil War era forts (Fort Zachary Taylor and the Martello Towers) and natural deep water port.
|Key West is flanked on the south by living reef which proved beneficial the residents of the 1800's. A thriving wrecking industry grew from the many sailing ships grounded on the reef. This enabled Key West to become the wealthiest city in the state of Florida during its hey day.
|Key west is now a major tourist attraction drawing millions of tourists a year. Tourists flock to Key West in automobiles, cruise ships, and airplanes to experience its quaint charm with its unique style of island architecture and its eccentric artistic lifestyle. The island is buzzing with activity with its proliferation of bicycles, scooters, tourist trams and wandering tourists.
|Water sports are a big draw for Key West which is in an excellent location for diving, fishing and boating.
|Key West is known as a Mecca for partiers who seek the raucous night life. The main street of Old Town is Duval St. which is the party center of the Universe with its numerous and diverse bars and clubs.
|Key West has many other attractions for the casual tourist such as a plethora of museums, sea food restaurants and of course the world famous Sunset Celebration.


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Posts: 35147From: Houston, TXRegistered: Nov 1999
The National Air and Space Museum uses this opportunity to open the two temporary hangars at the airport to show-off artifacts including the Space Shuttle Enterprise and SR-71 Blackbird # 972.
This year, the Air and Space Museum was also able to show (from a distance) the new Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center building which is now under construction.
I took the opportunity to snap off some pictures, a few of which I share below:
Posts: 281From: New Haven, CT USARegistered: Oct 2001
I'm not sure how much restoration is needed; but it does need a good cleaning. I wonder if the Smithsonian might be interested in a dedicated team of weekend volunteers to come in and give the bird a bath?
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Posts: 836From: Lafayette, CARegistered: Oct 2001
Can anyone disabuse me of this notion?
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Posts: 334From: USARegistered: Nov 2002
Enterprise was used in the the approach and landing tests but never flew in orbit. It was retired more then 15 years ago.
The National Air and Space Museum always has first call on anything NASA discards. In other words when ever NASA decides to get rid of something the Air and Space Museum gets to say, "We want it." or We'll pass." before anyone else.
You can bet they'll want Columbia but she may not be retired for another 15 years or so.
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Tribute to Our Fathers: My Dad, the Kodachrome Man4 10 Share Tweet
Father's Day falls in the month of June and what better time to give thanks to my own dad for helping to get me interested in photography!
My dad taught me how to tie my shoes, whistle, fold socks, appreciate indie music, ride a bike, and hunt for Indian arrowheads in the Oklahoma dirt. Not to mention, he had a hand in my getting interested in photography. Some of his Kodachrome pictures are in my LomoHome, both as a tribute to him, and to Kodachrome film. He is almost 90 years old now, and cannot see well to do much photography anymore. He started out with a Kodak 35 right around World War II, when he was stationed in San Francisco at the Army Presidio. There, he was a General's chauffeur. What a job!!!
Then when he worked in the oilfields in West Texas during the 50s and 60s he took many photos of my family. Unfortunately, by the time I was born in 1968 he had started to tire of his hobby and put away his camera and slides. But he left behind treasured memories and a time capsule that we would have never had otherwise. Photos of my mother when she was so young and beautiful, and since she is no longer here, I'm really thankful for that.
About a year and a half ago I started going through these old family photos and remembered their special characteristics…color aberrations, a little fading, all of the things that time will do to negatives and slides. Family photos of the 1950s and 60s don't resemble anything like today's photos. Now, if you want a perfect picture you can have it with digital, but back then, you had to actually rely more on skill and knowledge of exposure, composition and film speed. His photos have had an impact on me, as I find myself shooting similar subjects like he did: Cars, landscapes, signs, anything with old character.
Things of beauty are worth the time and effort to learn and practice, and patience is key when you want to photograph and preserve special memories. Recently I was able to amass most of my dads collection and use my computer to restore them. Without technology, I could not have done this. But without his patience and creative interest we would not have the photos! So I am really thankful to him for preserving our memories!
written by sthomas68 on 2011-07-11 #lifestyle #family #dad #camera #photography #kodachrome #lomography #old-school #fathers-day #analogue-lifestyle #fathers #dads


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In the heart of the Siberian forest, men risk their lives for the chance to make a fortune cutting timber – a crime that involves Russian mob bosses, Chinese middlemen and some of the biggest corporations in the U.S. and Canada.
16×9 obtained shipping records showing that Xingjia, a Chinese company that's been accused of illegally sourcing its wood from the Russian Far East, sent over $5.7 million dollars-worth of wood to the port of Vancouver bound for North American store shelves.
Von Bismarck runs an NGO called the Environmental Investigation Agency. He spent three years tracking wood from the Russian Far East to that Chinese company, Xingjia, where the wood is processed. Some of that wood is eventually sold in North America and much of it by Lumber Liquidators he says.


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before anyone was ever an adult, they were someone's innocent lovable bouncing baby. adults are then babies that grew up being indoctrinated with social and human construct. someone doted on the homeless guy on the street corner when he was a baby. the murderer was an innocent bouncing baby before they became the criminal they are now. the penniless barefoot woman, was just another innocent beautiful baby before being taught into understanding that they were born into poverty. we're not wholly sullied as adults. we might forget how it felt to be an innocent child and bury the memory deep within us, however, that fact is still lodged in us. the wisdom of yourself as a child is within, whether you seek to be in touch with it or not. each and every person you lay your eyes on, was born free of all stigmas and was just as innocent as they were lovable. acknowledging that there's still this perfect and unsullied lineage of every soul, because we were all born that way, can help you develop some compassion for every person you come across, and not judge them for whom they have become or what the world turned them into.
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I bought viemu's 1 user license a month ago and
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It's called kneading...
You know you've experienced that wonderful yet painful sensation of a cat kneading on your lap, digging his claws unknowingly into your flesh. Yes, it hurts. But it's an honor that your cat feels comfortable enough to let you share in that special moment of contentment! If you want to properly care for your cat, you need to know what it means when your cat does this.
Kneading is when a cat flexes and relaxes his front paws over and over again for several minutes. If your cat kneads his claws on YOU frequently, that should be an incentive for you to keep his claws trimmed. Or you can just make sure to put a thick blanket on your lap before he begins. (I still recommend keeping his claws trimmed, though. Visit the page on Grooming for tips and a video on that.)
According to "Why Do Cats Do That? Real Answers to the Curious Things Cats Do," kneading is a behavior that develops at birth that helps kittens obtain milk from their mother. They push on their mother's soft underside to make the milk flow better. But once a cat is grown, he will still likely perform the kneading process. At that point, it's safe to say that it happens when a cat is extremely content and relaxed, as if he is remembering his happy childhood...well, kittenhood.
Below, you can view a YouTube video of a cat kneading. As you can see, this cat has decided to knead his paws on a dog (of all things to choose from!) I guess this goes against the stereotypical view that cats and dogs don't get along. Both the dog and the cat in this video look pretty content to me! So, then, let it be known that cats will knead on just about anything that is soft, including a blanket, piece of furniture, a dog or your lap. No matter what location the cat chooses, you can bet he is happy!
The book explains that the phrase "making biscuits" exists simply because when cats knead, it indeed looks as if they are kneading dough to make biscuits. Cats often will purr at the same time as kneading (and even drool in some cases!)
Female cats in heat will knead as well, but kneading does not necessarily mean a cat is ready to mate.


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Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)
A complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that can't be explained by any underlying medical condition. The fatigue may worsen with physical or mental activity, but doesn't improve with rest. Chronic fatigue syndrome has also been called myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) and, more recently, systemic exertion intolerance disease (SEID). Although CFS/ME and SEID share the same major symptom of chronic fatigue, there is variation between the definitions of these disorders. The symptom of chronic fatigue also may arise from more than one underlying condition.


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Profits up at Etihad airways despite rising fuel prices
Etihad Airways has announced a 31 per cent increase in its quarter two 2012 revenues to US$1.25 billion, contributing to first half 2012 revenues up 30 per cent to US$2.24 billion.
Passenger numbers leapt to 2.55 million in quarter two, up 34 per cent, and to 4.89 million in the half year, thanks to increased overall capacity and improved seat factors.
The record results were boosted by the airline's growing network of codeshare and strategic partnerships which together fed 800,000 passengers into Etihad Airways' network in the last six months, contributing US$281 million.
During the quarter, Etihad Airways took minority equity stakes in Aer Lingus and in Virgin Australia, adding to its minority shareholdings in airberlin and Air Seychelles.
Together these five airlines carried 72 million passengers on 376 aircraft in 2011, generating combined revenues of more than US$14 billion.
James Hogan, cheif executive of Etihad said: "These results are an endorsement of our strategy, which has seen us widen and deepen our partnerships in addition to continued focus on our organic growth plan.
"In a quarter when many airlines have seen demand softening, we have been able to add more passengers than ever before, with growth outstripping our capacity increases."
Last month the International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported the recent fall in oil prices had been "offset by the continued and deepening European sovereign debt crisis which had led markets to expect a further deterioration and damage to economic growth".
But Hogan said the airline was on track for a successful full year performance, despite the challenging market conditions.
"This continues to be a tough operating environment for all airlines. Our strategies allow us to drive quality revenue and we remain focused and on track to deliver profitability for the full year, for the second year running," he explained.


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Lil patch of crafty friends - Anything goes
As you like it - One or multi layers and why. (Although I sometimes try to make one layer cards I allways end up layering lots of things onto my cards. So it's multi-layers for me)
Creative card crew - Anything goes
Crafty card makers - Punches and/or dies
Southern girls - Anything goes
Hanna and Friends - Die cuts
Crafting when we can - Celebrating any occasion


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If you are an opponent of the global war on drugs, than there may be some good news coming your way.
At the moment, it's little more than speculation — but it comes from a reliable place. Famed businessman Sir Richard Branson wrote in an article for Virgin that documents from the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) have circulated and indicate a uniform effort is underway to halt the war on drugs that has criminalized addiction and left millions of nonviolent criminals in jail.
According to Branson, the documents "call on governments around the world to decriminalize drug use and possession for personal consumption for all drugs," he wrote. "This is a refreshing shift that could go a long way to finally end the needless criminalization of millions of drug users around the world."
When it was published, his article had yet to be substantiated. But this morning, the UNODC released a statement confirming that there were talks happening but also offering a word of cautious optimism:
The briefing paper on decriminalization mentioned in many of today's media reports, and intended for dissemination and discussion at a conference in Kuala Lumpur, is neither a final nor formal document from the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, and cannot be read as a statement of UNODC policy.It remains under review and UNODC regrets that, on this occasion, there has been an unfortunate misunderstanding about the nature and intent of this briefing paper. UNODC emphatically denies reports that there has been pressure on UNODC to withdraw the document. But, it is not possible to withdraw what is not yet ready.Overall, UNODC remains committed to the balanced approach that, in particular, promotes alternatives to incarceration in line with international human rights standards.
The War on Drugs, which was started by U.S. President Richard Nixon, has since become a topic of hot controversy. Just this week, Sendhil Mullainathan wrote for The New York Times that, despite using drugs at almost the exact same rate as Caucasians, African-Americans "are more than twice as likely to be arrested on drug-related charges."
That bias has even left African-Americans with average jail sentences for drug use (58.7 months) that almost match the average jail sentences whites receive for violent crime (61.7 months), according to the NAACP.
But, as Branson wrote for Virgin, the issues with the War on Drugs go beyond just racial disparity and discrimination. At its most fundamental level, "we should treat drug use as a health issue, not as a crime. While the vast majority of recreational drug users never experience any problems, people who struggle with drug addiction deserve access to treatment, not a prison cell."


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JOSEPH L. BIRGE, engineer. Mr. Birge is the son of Joseph and Sarah M. Birge, pioneer settlers of St. Charles
township, who came to this locality in May, 1857, and died here, the father in the fall of 1879, the mother in
August, 1882. The family came into Iowa from Connecticut in 1847, settled in Jackson county, a few miles southwest
of Dubuque, and remained there until their removal to St. Charles ten years later. During their Iowa residence
Mr. Birge, Sr., was a member of the Iowa legislature, during the session in which the state capital was removed
from Iowa City to Des Moines. The old Birge farm embraced a tract of 240 acres, all lying within what is now the
corporate limits of St. Charles, about 80 acres of which is laid off in town lots. The only members of the family
living in this vicinity are Joseph L. Birge, the subject of this sketch, and his sister, unmarried, who resides
on the old homestead. Mr. Joseph L. Birge is a native of Connecticut, and came west with his father's family to
Iowa in 1847, and to St. Charles in 1857. From the completion of the railway to this point he was engaged in buying
and shipping grain, in company with his father, until about eight years ago, since which time he has been in the
employ of C. W. Seefield, one of the heaviest grain shippers in southern Minnesota. Mr. Birge is married; has seven
children, four of them attending the city schools. He is a member of the R. A. and K. and L. beneficiary societies.
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Bigg Boss 9 Episode 11 Dec 2015 Prince Nora Swimming Pool Romance Captaincy Task Suyyash Mandana Fight Day 61 Written Updates :- As we have seen in the last episode of Bigg Boss how Ghosts Team became the winners of Bhoot Bangla task of BB9. Well now the time has come for the new Captain to be elected as Priya Malik's term is ending and we will discuss about all this in the article below.
Bigg Boss Double Trouble Day 61 Written
Housemates wake up on morning song Muqabala
Early in the morning a fight happened between Mandana and Priya because Mandy saw some unwashed dishes in the kitchen and blamed Captain Priya for that.
Prince and Nora were seen flirting with each other in the swimming pool while Rishabh and Mandana walking in the garden area just then Prince and Mandy had a funny argument where Mandana told Prince congratulations on your new girlfriend which Prince didn't taken sportingly.
The time for election of new captain of the house arrived where Bigg Boss asked Ghosts team to give one name from their winning team and they took the name of Suyyash. Rest of the housemates have to decide one more name who will compete against him and they gave Keith's name.
Another fight happened between Priya and Gizele as Gizele accused her of being politically smart in taking Suyyash name, the fight got even ugly when Prince got involved in it and starts bashing Mandana for calling Nora his girlfriend.
Captaincy task happened later and Keith won it quite easily against Suyyash after which Keith became the new captain of Bigg Boss house.
Later in the garden area Suyyash told Mandana that Gizele was telling bad things about her character to the other housemates and after that Mandana confronted Gizele about this.
As the day comes to an end another major fight breaks down between Suyyash and Mandana where Suyyash threatened Mandy that even if she tries to touch Kishwer then she will pay the consequences after which Mandy started crying in the bathroom.
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A second wave of the immensely popular and economical Drop Pods from Mega Bloks hit stores recently. Unlike the first wave, this series has a little more variety, including two elites in addition to the archetypal human ODSTs. In addition, the ODSTs themselves are the new and improved versions, which include the new clip on armor accessories, rather than the older molded on versions.
As always, its a nice deal, and a real sign that Mega Bloks pays attention to what their fans respond to.


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Epiphone Limited Edition Wilshire Pro Electric Guitar
If like me you like Guitars which are a bit different then you'll love the look of this new Epiphone Limited Edition.
Looking like some fort of strat/tele/Gibson hybrid – the Wilshire Pro comes with a funky double cut away humbucker configuration. Personally I love this look (in particular the tone/volume knob placements) it really has that 60/70′s vibe. And so it should! – the Wilshire's were originally avaialble during the '60s and shared many features with the Gibson solidbody's like the SG.
Epiphone Limited Edition Wilshire Pro Electric Guitar Aged Pelham
Epiphone have tried to remain faithfull to these originals employing many of the features of the original at an affordable price. We think they look great!
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The Epiphone Wilshire Pro electric guitar has a double-cutaway mahogany body and set mahogany neck, which joins the body at the 22nd fret, giving you the ultimate in upper-fret access. The Wilshire Pro is lightweight and comfortable, with excellent resonance and natural acoustic tone—even unplugged! Featuring Epiphone's LockTone Tune-O-Matic/stopbar combination, the transfer of string vibration is improved even more, giving this it excellent sustain and clarity.
The neck pickup is Epiphone's Alnico Classic. It provides warm and subtle tone with a full, even response that doesn't hold back when you need that classic humbucker crunch. An Alnico Classic Plus is in the bridge, and is over wound for a slightly higher output—without sacrificing its rich, vintage tone. Both feature Alnico II magnets, enamel wire, and are double vacuum waxed. Each volume control on the Epiphone guitar is a push/pull potentiometer that allows you to coil-split each pickup separately for a more twangy single-coil sound, as well as many other tonal combinations.
The Epiphone Wilshire Pro electric guitar features their own "batwing" headstock. A classic design that improves tuning ease and accuracy by offering a straight string-pull design, the headstock is adorned like the original with the vintage Epiphone logo in gold. Other features include a 1960′s SlimTaper neck profile with Rosewood fingerboard, premium 14:1 die-cast tuners, and individual volume and tone controls for each pickup.
Check out this video on Epiphone's reissue Wilshire from http://www.nevadamusic.co.uk


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Wednesday, November 4, 2009
The X Factor.
I want to die
This flu is being a faggot
A reward for my assailant
Ladies and Gentlemen, above is a the first haiku i have ever written. It was composed on Tuesday around lunchtime, during the peak of the gnarliest flu i have ever endured. This flu was so badass that it wore a leather jacket with a patch on the back displaying five rebellious germs circling a perfectly healthy one. It rode into my immune system on a motorbike constructed of pure hatred for human health and proceeded to do bog laps around my entire person for a good 72 hours, stopping only to refuel and give me just enough time to convince myself that life is worth living and suicide isn't the most realistic cure for my illness.
I know you're sitting there thinking "what a pussy, he thinks he's a hard nut because he had the flu". It wasn't just the flu you fucking bitch. If what i had to endure was the flu, then realistically everyone that has ever had the flu wouldn't even know they had the flu, because they'd be dead already. Walls were moving with no assistance, ceilings were spinning in a similar fashion to that of a hypnotist's charm (except the charm works in reverse and takes you to hell), my nose was running faster and for longer periods than Steve Monoghetti on steroids and my fever was so severe that i learnt pyrokinesis but i didn't even want to use it because i was too sick. You know you've ventured beyond the realms of a common flu when you've learnt pyrokinesis and you don't even want to use it. So take your measly little colds and stick it where the sun shines, aka your ass, because you clearly think that is where the sun shines from if you also believe you've had this kind of flu before.
How did i deal with it though? Many would suggest prescription medicines, lemon teas and all sorts of other homo-erotic short term solutions but i think the most effective deterrent for any kind of sickness is to not get it in the first place. Don't share drinks, don't walk behind sick people or people who don't look like they shower daily and don't let your friends sneeze in your mouth. Quite simple for most (me in particular), but for those of us who are prone to catch other people's filth every now and then or are just plain jerks with weak immune systems, i bring forth two activities that will have you saying "Vomit? What vomit?"
1. A limitless supply of the X Files back catalogue.
The only television series filmed entirely during overcast weather and the owner of some serious real estate close to my heart. I don't care what anyone says, aside from Seinfeld and the earlier seasons of Samurai Pizza Cats, the X Files is the greatest of all time television series. Sewer monsters, non-twilight vampires, telekinetic dolls, killer ATM machines, mind-controlling soil, Aliens, the Internet, murderous mist, government cover-ups and Fox Mulder. It effortlessly ticks all the boxes on the curriculum vitae of awesomeness and is one of those rare franchises that you can come back to every ten years and still be blown away by it's delivery and excessively ghoulish theme song. Plus, Dana Scully is one of few female protagonists that holds the ability to get better looking with every season. I can't even imagine how good she'd look if the series ran through to this day.
2. Borderlands
Borderlands is a new game that i bought for my X-box. If i had to describe it, it would be like....you've got this train line right? And this train line runs from 'pretty cool' station all the way to the last stop at 'completely fucking radical'. Borderlands would be the drunken limousine driver that picks you up and tells you that there is a station beyond completely fucking radical that no-one knows about and he takes you there and makes the most hilarious jokes you've ever heard along the way and you feel like you're accomplishing something throughout the entire journey.
If you like your video games to include insignificant elements like 'story line' and 'cohesion' then it's probably best that you don't ever play this game. The lack of story is by far the most impressive aspect of Borderlands and i can only aspire to achieve a similar worldwide acclaim for doing absolutely fuck all.
Game Developer 1: "So, we're probably gonna have to whip a story together before we release this already finished alpha version of the game to the testers".
Game Developer 2: "Really? Damn. Umm, there's a planet called Pandora and there's, umm, this vault right? And it has treasure in it".
Game Developer 1: "Yeah! Yeah! And you're there to find it or something".
Game Developer 2: "Perfect".
Game Developer 1: "Now onto the more important matter. Did we decide on 250,000 different guns or 1,000,000"?
Game Developer 2: "Shit. Better boil the kettle".
It's true, some players have counted over a billion different guns and not even one ounce of storyline at any given point of the game. You basically just run around gathering loot, killing bandits and levelling up so you can kill more bandits later on with less effort and more body parts per square meter. Some might call it the perfect game, i would call it Jesus Christ in the flesh.
I went to a party on the weekend as well. I know it's where i caught my sickness from and I'll put some photos up soon so you can help me find the asshole. Meanwhile, go check the shredtavern for evidence of said party.
1 comment:
- TeamR said...
man, you kill me! Definitely going to list myself as a regular reader from now on. And I agree, Borderlands is sweeeet!
- November 6, 2009 at 2:20 AM
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