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Midsomer Murders "Death of a Stranger (Part 1)" DCI Barnaby returns from a holiday trip to find an unidentified tramp has been beaten to death in the woods near the village of Marshwood. While he was away, Supt. Ronald Pringle, just before his retirement, quickly arrested a local young man. Barnaby's suspicion that the man arrested is innocent is reinforced when there is an attempted suicide at the same spot. Part 1 of 2G
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Masterpiece Classic "Upstairs Downstairs" It is 1936 and a new family moves into 165 Eaton Place, six years after the Bellamy family moved out following the economic crash. Sir Hallam (Ed Stoppard) and Lady Agnes (Keeley Hawes) Holland hire Rose (Jean Marsh), now proprietor of a domestic employment agency, to assemble a staff. The new servants are soon put to a test during a party that threatens to destroy Sir Hallam's career. Part 1 of 3G
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Masterpiece Classic "Upstairs Downstairs" A German-Jewish refugee comes to 165 Eaton Place as a maid, prompting a range of reactions from upstairs and down. Her experiences culminate in a crisis tied to the fascist movement sweeping Britain. Part 2 of 3G
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Call The Midwife "S1 E1" Newly minted midwife Jenny Lee arrives in the East End of London to begin her career in the spring of 1957. After overcoming the initial shock that her new home, Nonnatus House, is a convent and not a private hospital, she soon is immersed in her new life. Living with nuns and working in a community of colorful characters are entirely new experiences for Jenny, who comes from an affluent country home.G
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Land Girls "Back to the Land" New girl Connie Carter causes mayhem from the moment she arrives. Finch desperately tries to save his beloved pet pig. A visit from a wealthy American industrialist spells intrigue at the Manor House.G


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That, my friends, is my second great grandfather, Mathew William Fitzgerald. What a handsome man with a mischievous look in his eyes!
Mathew William Fitzgerald, the son of Nicholas and Margaret (Cullen) Fitzgerald, was born 10 September, 1850 in County Kildare, Ireland. Mathew married Julia Horgan (1849-1885) in Yolo county in 1869 and they had seven children – John (1871-1970), Jeremiah (1873- ), Nicholas (1875-1938), Mary Margaret (1877-1948), my great grandfather Edward (1879-1968), Joseph (1881-1929), and Anna (1883-1950). Julia was just a young woman when she died in 1885 and left Mathew to care for their children. Shortly thereafter, Mathew moved his children to Fresno County where he remained for 20 years.
I have a lot more research to do about Mathew's life, but I know quite a bit about his death on 21 August 1905. One of the first death certificates I sent away for in 2010 was Mathew's, which showed the cause of death to be "accidentally falling from wagon".
That's an interesting piece of information. It's also interesting to note that the place of death was "near Mountain Rest Hotel". I wasn't sure what any of that meant so I put it aside for a few years until I began my subscription to newspapers.com when I found some other related information.
Woodland Daily Democrat
Tuesday, August 22, 1905
Page 1
So that doesn't tell us much other than he was killed on Monday night but the particulars were not known. But the following day more was known and was reported in the newspaper – Mathew was run over!
Woodland Daily Democrat
Wednesday, August 23, 1905
Page 1
A few items of note in this account:
- Now the paper says his name was William M. Fitzgerald
- Why isn't Jeremiah "Jerry" listed as a surviving child? I know he was still living at that time – could they have, perhaps, been estranged from each other?
Woodland Daily Democrat
Thursday, August 24, 1905
Page 4
That's a pretty detailed account of the final hours of Mathew's life, hours that must have been excruciating. In the book "The History of Black's Station/Zamora – It's People" by Elaine Hermle, it is noted that he was killed on what was known as Dead Man's Curve – an appropriate name, it seems.
I'm curious as to who Henry Fitzgerald is – could Jeremiah have been known as Henry?
This is another interesting document.
How strange to think that this permit had to be posted on the box (casket) to prove what was inside. Information tells me that Mathew is buried next to his wife, Julia Horgan Fitzgerald, in St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery in Woodland, California. I've set up memorials on findagrave for Mathew and Julia and requested photos – I'd like to see the headstones to see what other clues there might be. I'd also like to learn more about Mathew and Julia's lives rather than focusing on Mathew's death.
So that's what I know about my 2nd great grandfather. Thanks again to my 'new' cousin, Patti, for sharing this beautiful photo of Mathew with me!

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Taking its name and inspiration from a real LAPD operation that battled organized crime during the 1940s and '50s, the new film "Gangster Squad" dramatizes the story of Sgt. John O'Mara (played by Josh Brolin) and his squad's crusade against the interloping East Coast mobster Mickey Cohen (Sean Penn).
Given free rein to bend (and break) the rules by the police chief, O'Mara and his men (played by Ryan Gosling, Robert Patrick, Anthony Mackie and others) pull no punches when going after criminals. Unfortunately for the squad, movie critics aren't taking it easy on the film either, with most reviews characterizing it as stylish but shallow.
The Times' Betsy Sharkey says "Gangster Squad" initially shows promise, with a "swell cast" (which also includes Emma Stone as Cohen's dame), "a lot of neon and noir-ish flash" from director Ruben Fleischer ("Zombieland"), and a script by Will Beall packed "with period details, violence and the sort of pithy lines you'd expect bruisers to be spitting out in the 1950s."
But "the soul of the era is missing, and with it any reason to care," Sharkey says, adding, "The movie quickly slips into something closer to a 'Law & Order' procedural."


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Sleeker Designs for the Fireplace
Fireplaces were replaced by TVs as the focal point of the home years ago, but now the fireplace is fighting its way back to prominence. More homeowners are opting for a new shape-- a rectangular box, low to the ground, to accommodate the flat screen TV above. Anne Marie Chaker has details on Lunch Break. Photo: Regency Fireplaces Ltd.
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Recovery GearPosted in Product Reviews on November 30, 2006
As with anything we do in life, we must be prepared for unexpected emergencies when off-roading. While you or members of your group may be prepared for whatever comes your way, sometimes others out on the trail are not. In the event that either you or someone else requires extrication, winching, or recovery efforts, a few of these items featured herein may just be what the doctor ordered. Not only will they prove to be beneficial to the efforts, but having the right tool for the right situation will save time, require less manual labor, and minimize the strain on vehicles and other equipment.
With price ranges to fit virtually every budget, we hope you'll be able to find at least one item that you can add to your recovery kit. Remember: It's better to have the tool and not use it than to not have the tool and need it.
When it's getting dark and you're still stuck with no chance of getting out before nightfall, you'd better have a set of these 8-inch Baja Designs HID lights at your disposal. Each light and its ballast is prewired and rubber-mounted to a portable or permanently mounted TIG-welded 4130 chrome-moly frame. The frame mounts to your vehicle using easy-to-mount billet clamps, or the weld-on tabs and Heim-joint strut rods can be utilized. The light systems are available in a multitude of configurations ranging from three to six lights.
Having the correct recovery gear is important, but just as important is knowing where your equipment is and having the ability to access it fast. Stewart's Race Works fabricates a secure mounting platform for the ever-popular Sears Craftsman vehicle jack. A self-latching, spring-loaded, quick-release mechanism locks the jack into the chassis to minimize any unwanted movement of the device, yet releases it quickly when every second counts. The kit also includes a mount to secure the jack handle. For added stability in adverse terrains, the mount's flat base increases the jack's footprint and prevents the jack from sinking in sand or silt. Best of all, the mount only weighs 7 pounds.
Pro Comp's newest line of batteries has been designed to support auxiliary equipment such as winches and lights. Given the uneven terrain encountered while off-roading, Pro Comp's batteries have been designed with high-tech proprietary grids made of high-purity lead-tin alloy. When combined with the advanced spiral-wound cell design, these durable, corrosion-resistant grids deliver superior performance. Each battery contains two sets of terminals. The centered top terminal location enables installation in normal and reverse-terminal applications, while the side terminals can be used for attaching auxiliary equipment. Each battery contains 770 CCA and over 100 minutes of reserve capacity for even the hardest of recovery situations.
When using a winch, usually the farther away from it you are the safer you are. With MileMarker's wireless winch-control interface unit, you are able to operate your winch from as far away as 12 feet. A retractable antenna delivers the signal to the unit and provides optimum performance. The remote-control works with a multitude of winches, and its easy installation and numerous built-in safety features make this unit a quality product.
Hi-Lift jacks are a part of many an off-roader's arsenal of recovery items; however, many trucks and SUVs have larger tires and/or lift kits that require extensive lifting-height ability from the bumper jack. The Lift-Mate is designed to operate in a manner that allows the vehicle to be lifted directly from the wheel, greatly reducing the amount of travel up the jack bar needed to lift the wheel to an adequate and safe height. The Lift-Mate can raise 5,000 pounds and has rubber-coated hooks and rubber pads to protect the tires and wheels.
When it comes to legendary off-road equipment, it doesn't get any better - or any faster - than the Warn M8274-50. A winch that is sure to outlive us all, this tried-and-true performer features a no-load retrieval speed of just 73.4 feet per minute. The standard-issue 150 feet of 5/16-inch cable has a very long line capacity which makes it an ideal contender for those times when you need all the cable you can get. Powered by a unique spur-gear drivetrain, the upright design and smooth braking system provide for optimum performance. A roller fairlead, 12-foot-lead remote control, free-spooling clutch, and power cables are included with each unit.
In some situations, you may not have the ability to use electric winches or other powered devices for extrication. When all else fails, ARB's heavy-duty Magnum hand winch provides the same amount of pulling power as some of today's popular electric winches. With a pulling capacity of 6,000 pounds, this item is a must-have for those "just-in-case" situations. The unit is easy to set up, requires no permanent vehicle installation, and may be easily adapted to fit any recovery effort in any terrain.
Sometimes even if your vehicle can be driven, you may still be stuck as far as knowing which way to go. That's when having a GlobalMap 6600C HD GPS comes in very handy. Each unit contains a 7-inch, 256-color, 480x640-pixel LCD screen for excellent, glare-free viewing. The built-in, shock-resistant 20GB hard drive is preloaded with millions of points-of-interest and allows you to track your progress on a trail by plotting waypoints which may then be reversed to get you back home. Reception is achieved via an external LGC-2000 Baja receiver/antenna for super-fast satellite lock-ons and enhanced position accuracy to 3 meters.
After many years of rigorous field-testing by the U.S. military, MileMarker's 12,000-pound winch seems to have passed all of the trials with flying colors. By utilizing a directional solenoid control valve, the vehicle's power steering pump redirects the power steering fluid to rotate the winch prior to the fluid being distributed to the steering system's gearbox. The end result is an unstoppable ability to pull 12,000 pounds with pure ease.
The easiest method of deflating tires is to invest in a set of quality tire deflators such as these nifty units manufactured by Staun Products. Fully adjustable to the desired deflation level, these high-quality units are accurate to within 0.05 psi of the preset pressure. Weighing only 32 grams each, the tire deflators are crafted from solid brass and come backed by a 5-year guarantee.
The most dangerous time when operating a winch is when the cable is under load, as there is always the possibility that the cable will snap and cause bodily injury. To help minimize this risk, ARB offers a winch-cable damper that acts as an energy absorption pad in the event the cable snaps. Manufactured from heavy-duty vinyl, the damper is a good idea for anyone who owns a vehicle winch. Remember, safety should always come first.
What is essentially the equivalent of seven basic tools has been configured to only take up the space of one Hudson Bay-style ax. The Max Ax consists of an unbreakable 36-inch composite polyglass handle and a 3-1/2-pound ax head, and an assortment of tool attachments can be installed to reconfigure the ax into a shovel, rake, pick, spade, hoe, or mattock. When not in use, the ax is protected by a leather sheath, and the tool attachments are stored in a sturdy Cordura carrying case.
The key to lifting any vehicle on loose or unstable terrain is to do so with the right amount of finesse and a solid and stable jack with a large enough platform to reduce sinking. Designed especially for these types of conditions, the Bushranger X Jack is an unconventional jack inspired by the heavy-equipment industry where lifting bags of this type are the standard for moving heavy objects. The ultrathin profile of the X Jack allows it to be placed in areas where more conventional jacks cannot go. The jack's lifting capacity is 4,000 kg, and inflation is easily accomplished by placing the supplied inflation hose into the vehicle's tailpipe. When you start the engine, the bag inflates and you're unstuck in no time.
Weighing in at only 36 pounds, the Pull-Pal is designed to work in most types of terrain and can be used to both extract your vehicle without the use of another rig and serve as an anchoring point from the rear when winching another vehicle out of harm's way. When not in use, the Pull-Pal folds up compactly to the size of an ordinary bumper jack for easy storage. It is ruggedly constructed with a forged chrome-moly plow assembly and welded construction overall, and is assembled with Grade 8 bolts for strength and quality. Units are also available for heavy-duty vehicle applications.
Equally as important as the winch on your rig are the accessories that go along with it. Master-Pull's Ultimate Recovery Gear Winch Accessories Kit contains everything needed for virtually any extrication or recovery. Each kit contains: a 5/16-inch by 50-foot, 16,500-pound Superline winch extension cable with a heavy-duty sling hook; a swing block with built-in stainless steel ball-bearing rollers; a 7/8-inch by 20-foot, 28,500-pound yank strap; a 7/8-inch by 10-foot, 28,500-pound tree-saver strap; two 3/4-inch screw-pin shackles; and a waterproof bag to store everything.
Rovers North's Sand Tracks are worth their weight in gold in sandy and loose terrain. Mandatory equipment on the rigs of the Camel Trophy Expedition, these units are fabricated from lightweight aluminum and have been perforated to minimize their weight and allow them to settle into the terrain for better grip. Using the sand tracks is as simple as laying them in front of the vehicle and driving over them. When not in use, they can be mounted atop a roof rack or placed in a truck bed.
Fab Fours heavy-duty off-road bumpers are available in both front and rear configurations. Their stylish, hand-formed designs have been created to handle whatever punishment is dished out on the trail, and their steel platforms make for sturdy mounting locations for any type or size of winch. Each front-end unit retains the factory wiring locations and airbag sensors, while the rear units either retain the OE receiver hitch or allow for one to be integrated. Key mounting locations for the units feature 1/4-inch keyed and gusseted mounts. The bumpers are constructed of 3/16-inch solid steel with 10-gauge steel cosmetic pieces. For recovery efforts, 1-inch D-ring mounts have been installed. A textured black powdercoat finish is applied to each unit.
Having a solid and stable foundation on which to secure your winch is essential. ARB's Deluxe Bull Bars have been designed for many of today's trucks, including Chevrolet/GMC, Ford, Dodge, and Toyota. Their solid steel construction along with tapered-wing design provide optimum strength and approach angles. The continuous upright supports throughout the bumper section provide additional frame support. Besides the structural integrity of the bumpers, each is fitted with many unique features. Provisions for CB radio aerials, off-road lights, jacks, and towhook points make these bumpers some of the most versatile on the market. Each unit is finished in a hard-wearing powdercoat with color options available by special order.
Ramsey's Patriot 15000 winch features a powerful and efficient 5.5hp 12V DC series-wound electric reversible motor and a rated line pull of a whopping 15,000 pounds. The beefy unit also employs Ramsey's proven three-stage planetary gear system for fast line speed. Made in the USA, this winch is the quality muscle you need for those big jobs.
Whenever tires are aired down to below 10 psi, there is an inherent risk of slipping a tire bead. To help prevent such an occurrence, Staun has created a pneumatic internal beadlock that tightly secures the tire to the rim and keeps the tire's bead in place. Best of all, no special rims are required in order to use these beadlocks. Installation involves removing the tire, installing the deflated beadlock onto the rim, and drilling the rim to accommodate the beadlock's valve stem. Once the tire is remounted on the wheel and inflated, the beadlock is then inflated, locking the tire in place on the rim. Staun beadlocks are available in a variety of sizes for most of today's popular trucks.


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November 23, 2005
Imagine hearing voices that don't exist, thinking neighbors were controlling your behavior with magnetic waves, or that people on television were sending you secret messages. What if you constantly thought someone was following you, trying to poison you, out to get you? For those who suffer from schizophrenia, delusions and paranoia are part of daily life. Dr. Phil sheds light on a disease that is both complex and frightening.
Hearing Voices
Mary is a schizophrenic who started hearing voices as early as her teens. Go inside her mind as she describes the incredible hallucinations she has.
"I wanted to stab something into my ears just to make them stop."
Is it Schizophrenia?
What do you do when your own mother is the one constantly talking to voices and believing that people are trying to kill her? Siblings Tim and Ann Marie come to Dr. Phil with a desperate plea.
Update: Did Ann Marie and Tim get their mom back?
Three Generations of Mental Illness?
They were confused and scared when their grandmother was diagnosed with schizophrenia, and now they watch their own mother sit in a corner talking to the voices. Rachel and Melanie fear that they may be next in line.
Is schizophrenia their genetic destiny?
Deadly Consequences
A news report details one tragic result when a victim of schizophrenia goes without medication. And some words of advice to anyone who feels reality slipping away.


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Suspected car prowler shot by KCMO officer
Suspect is expected to survive
Suspected car prowler shot by KCMO officer
Suspect is expected to survive
KANSAS CITY, Mo. —
A suspected car prowler was shot by a Kansas City, Mo., police officer in a parking garage near 8th Street and Grand Boulevard early Sunday morning, police said.
Police said the man was shot by the officer at about 1:08 a.m.
Police were initially called to the area on a report that two men were prowling cars in a parking garage. When the officer arrived he approached two men, one of which took out a gun and pointed it at the officer, police said.
That's when the officer shot the suspect. The suspect is expected to survive, police said.
The other suspect was also taken into custody.
The suspects have not yet been identified by police. It is unclear if any vehicles were broken into.


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Most economists now agree that the worst part of the recession is over, and we're officially in sluggish recovery mode. No one can say for sure when things will finally return to normal, but enough time has passed that an analysis of the data from the downturn's lowest point is possible.
For many industries, that point took place in 2009 and 2010. It was a brutal period for most businesses, and many struggled simply to tread water. But others were hit hard, and they offer a unique view into what consumers consider non-essential when times are tough.
Using data provided by the financial information firm Sageworks, CNBC.com shows which industries took the worst beating between 2009 and 2010. Sageworks also provided the insight of analyst Libby Bierman to explain why these industries suffered more than others.
Read ahead to see which industries were hit hardest by the recession.
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Contact Paul Volponi at firstname.lastname@example.com for an author visit to your school, library, or classroom. Or bring him to your students via Skype.
I am currently doing two types of wonderful Skype conferences with classes around the country. The first is my traditional type of conference in which I tell about the background of my ALA award-winning novels (Black and White, Rikers High, The Final Four, etc.), discuss the writing process, answer questions about my work (I was a non-reader in high school), ask the students questions about themselves, and encourage students in their own writing. The second is a creative writing conference in which I actually read a single page of work by each student beforehand (be it a novel, short story, poem, play or song lyrics) and give them positive feedback during the actual conference, as well as realistic game-plan on how to get their work published in the future. This type of conference can be held with either creative writing classes or students with an interest in writing. Both types of conferences can last anywhere between 45-60 minutes depending on a school's schedule. Contact Paul for current honorariums.
TRAVIS GARDNER LIVES TO PLAY QUARTERBACK. He's a standout QB by the time he reaches middle school, and he's prepared to put everything into the game: blood, sweat, and tears. When Travis' older brother joins the elite football program at Gainesville University, Gainesville's head coach makes Travis a once-in-a-lifetime offer. Travis will have a place on the football team too, and a full athletic scholarship. He just has to get through high school first.
As Travis starts the ninth grade, he'll have to earn his new teammates' trust and dodge opponents aiming to sack the star quarterback with an early-scholarship in his pocket. But his biggest challenge might be staying focused in the face of sudden fame. Because now the pressure is on, and Travis has to prove himself with every pass.
"Absorbing" Kirkus Reviews.
*** A Junior Library Guild Selection
Go to Author's Notes (right) to read the VOYA Magazine article on how this novel was inspired by several real-life instances of pre-teen athletes receiving future college scholarships.
My name is Julio Ramirez Jr. and baseball is my whole life.
Since he was ten, Julio has lived in the shadow of his famous father. Not just because Julio Senior is a pitcher for the Miami Marlins, but because he fled Cuba to play professional baseball, leaving his Julio and his mother and sister branded as the family of a traitor. Now sixteen, Julio dreams of playing for Cuba's national teamuntil he finds out his father's defection may destroy his chances. When he's given the opportunity to flee Cuba, he has to make the toughest choice of his life.
Can he abandon his family, just like his Papi did? Will freedom be worth the perilous journey and risking prison if he's caught? Will his Papi be waiting for him on the other shoreor, with the Marlins in the World Series against the Yankees, has Julio Senior forgotten about his son? Set against the backdrop of the Series on which everything depends, Game Seven is a suspenseful story of loyalty, survival, and baseball.
Go to Author's Notes (right) to read the VOYA Magazine article on how this novel was inspired by several real-life ocean voyage of Cuban refugees who transformed a '59 Buick into a boat.
"Volponi once again delivers top-notch sports fare coupled with a deeper story of family and fidelity." Booklist
"An entertaining tale of baseball, family and loyalty." Kirkus
Four players with one thing in common: The will to win.
Malcolm wants to get to the NBA ASAP. Roko wants to be the pride of his native Croatia. Crispin wants the girl of his dreams. And M.J. (Michael Jordan) just wants a chance.
March Madness is in full swing, and there are only four teams left in the NCAA basketball championship. The heavily favored Michigan Spartans and the underdog Troy Trojans meet in the first game in the semifinals, and it's there that the fates of Malcolm, Roko, Crispin, and M.J. intertwine. As the last moments tick down on the game clock, you'll learn how each player went from being a kid who loved to shoot hoops to a powerful force in one of the most important games of the year. Which team will leave the Superdome victorious? In the end it will come down to which players have the most skill, the most drive, and the most heart.
"Volponi nails it when it counts in this dynamic story." *Starred Review Booklist
"This gritty, realistic, and riveting novel deserves the wide audience it will no doubt attract." *Starred Review School Library Journal
"A thought-provoking discussion of the pros and cons of student athletes vs. professional college players." *Starred Review BCCB
"The Final Four serves as a reminder that the college game is played by young people, each with their own unique story. The Final Four does a terrific job of capturing the emotion of March Madness." Coach Mike Krzyzewski (Coach K.), Duke
"This is a great story about how one sport can transcend different experiences, backgrounds, and beliefs." Coach Jim Calhoun, Connecticut
"Inspirational." Coach Jamie Dixon, Pittsburgh
Martin Stokes could hold his own in the tough New York City neighborhood where he grew up, but that's nothing—nothing—compared to Rikers Island. Martin's been in the Rikers Island jail for five months and counting, locked up for a crime he didn't even mean to commit. After his court date is delayed yet again, Martin gets caught in a razor attack between two warring inmates. Now his face will forever be marked with a jailhouse scar. But one good thing comes from this attack: Martin is transferred to a different part of Rikers where adolescent inmates are required to attend high school. There he meets a teacher who genuinely wants to help Martinturn his life around. Will he see the light, or be consumed with getting revenge on his attackers?
From a master of urban fiction comes a raw, contemporary, and wholly authentic story of high school behind bars.
This tale of education and life on the Island will keep readers locked to the page. - Kirkus
Volponi, himself a teacher on Rikers Island for six years, brings to life a believable range of teachers, COs, and inmates and portrays power, hierarchies, and race relations both outside and inside the jail walls with unflinching realism. –School Library Journal
Rare is the reader who won't find his narrative sobering. – Booklist
Marcus and Eddie are the stars of Long Island City High School's basketball team. Marcus is black and Eddie is white, but they got past all that "racial crap" and have been best friends for years. Both boys are looking forward to great futures in college basketball and are waiting to see where they'll land their scholarships. Then one cold night, something goes wrong and they make a big mistake. Now they can't turn back and one of them will have to pay. Told in their two voices, BLACK AND WHITE is the gripping story of two good boys who make a bad mistake. It's also a heartbreaking look at the realities of the urban criminal justice system.
BLACK AND WHITE is the winner of the International Reading Association's 2006 Young Adult Novel of the Year, an American Library Association Best Book Young Adult and Quick Pick (inspiring non-readers to read) Top Ten selection, and a New York City Public Library Book for the Teen Age selection. It is also a selection of the Texas Library Association for the TAYSHAS 2006-2007 high school reading list. The work received starred reviews from Publishers Weekly, Booklist, and The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books.
"Teens will want to discuss the story's layered moral ambiguities, heartbreaking choices, and 'the line that separates black and white'."-Booklist
Miles has only been living with his musician father in New Orleans for two months when Hurricane Katrina hits—and they haven't really been getting along. His dad lives for jazz, while Miles' first love is football. But father and son must set aside their differences when they seek refuge in the crowded Superdome. What begins as a safe haven from the storm soon turns into a nightmare as the power fails and gangs of thugs compete for turf. When his father decides to rebel, Miles must make a choice that will alter their relationship—and both of their lives—forever.
From award winning author Paul Volponi comes this tale of how low humanity can sink in desperate times and how loudly hope can sing against the howl of tragedy.
"A brilliant blend of reality and fiction, this novel hits every chord just right. If it is not the best teen book of 2008, it is certainly one of the most important." --highlighted review by VOYA
"A riveting and readable exploration of the effects of race in today's world".—Kirkus Reviews
Addison was like the big brother Clay never had. Separated for years by a family argument, the two cousins are finally back together at Daytop, a drug treatment program. Clay's parents caught him smoking pot; Addison was arrested for dealing crack. Now they're at the same place at the same time, trying to work out their problems together. But Addison never gets a chance. One night he and Clay are on the rooftop of one of the buildings in the projects where Addison lives, and Addison is fatally shot--by the police--as Clay stands just a few steps away. Addison wasn't armed. He didn't deserve to die. But was he completely innocent? And what will prove more difficult for Clay-living a lie or facing the truth? The text is an unflinching look at justice, honesty, and what it means to be a man.
ROOFTOP won an American Library Association's Best Book Young Adult and Quick Pick Award (inspiring non-readers to read). It is a selection of the Texas Library Association for the TAYSHAS high school reading list, and a New York City Library's Book for the Teen Age. Rooftop received a start review from Booklist, and is a 2006 selection of the Junior Library Guild.
"This thoughtfully crafted, deceptively simple story knits together a high-interest plot, a readable narrative crackling with street slang, and complex personal and societal issues that will engage teen readers." –Booklist
Best friends Mackey and J.R. have waited their whole lives to win the basketball tournament at Rucker Park, where some of the sports greatest pro ballers squared off against street legends. Then the day of an important game, J.R. is fatally stabbed. Mackey didn't wield the knife, yet he feels responsible. Now he has a score to settle, but the killer is watching his every move.
Mackey is caught between two opposing forces, but he's determined to finish the final game of the Rucker Park Tournament on his own terms.
This gripping story of friendship and basketball from award-winning, critically acclaimed author Paul Volponi explores the true meaning of loyalty and greed, while powerfully exposing the painful truth that some wrongs can not be made right.
"The most demanding hoops fanatic will love the descriptions of the action, and those looking for suspense will hang in for the whodunit aspect. A slam dunk!"–Kirkus Reviews
Rucker Park Setup is an American Library Association Quick Pick winner, a Junior Library Guild and TAYSHAS reading list selection.
Adonis is a jock. He's on the football team and he's dating one of the prettiest girls in school. Alan is the new kid. He wears lipstick and joins the Fashion Club. Soon enough the football team is out to get him. Adonis is glad to go along with his teammates... until they come up with a dangerous plan to humiliate Alan. Now Adonis must decide whether he wants to be a guy who follows the herd or a man who does what's right. From award-winning author Paul Volponi comes this discussable and finely wrought story of bullies, victims, and the bystanders caught in between.
Volponi's latest novel is a moving story of bullying and courage…This quick-reading, tightly constructed novel will provoke substantive questions, making it a great choice for group discussion. - Booklist
This is an effective book on a very timely topic. –VOYA
Noah and his friends go to a nearly all-white neighborhood with a plan: steal a car, sell it to a chop shop, and make some fast cash. But that never happens. Instead, Noah, a teen father, is the victim of vicious beating that leaves him with a fractured skull. Was the attacker protecting his turf, or did he target Noah just because he's black?
Award-winning author Paul Volponi, known for his brutally honest portrayals of the moral complexities of urban life, uses alternating perspective and a range of narrative styles to give readers a fascinating and chilling insight into the timeline of a hate crime, from the first shocking blow to the jury's final decision.
Writing in an authentic voice, Volponi balances sensitivity and rage, but his most subtle achievement is the multi-generational family drama. When Noah suddenly feels the promise of his future at the exact moment he stands at his go-nowhere fry cook job, it gives us hope that he will pass on his hard lessons to his own child. –Booklist Review.
When Huck Porter's dad suddenly dies, it feels like nothing will ever make sense again. Huck's "best friend" thinks that Huck should just get over it, the girl he likes won't give him the time of day, and his mom now works all hours at a roadside diner to make ends meet. The only thing that still makes sense for Huck is the game his dad taught him, the game they spent hours playing together: Texas Hold'em. Worse than all of that, though, is Huck's math teacher, Mr. Abbott -- a hungry card shark with an ego to match his appetite. He now wears the local poker tournament's first prize, a silver watch that Huck's dad wore proudly for three years. So Huck hatches a plan to knock Abbott off his throne and win back the watch. Only, bluffing his way into the tournament will mean lying to everyone Huck knows. But as Huck gets deeper in the tournament and starts to lose himself in the cards, he begins to wonder who he'll be when the last hand is played. Raw and gritty, Paul Volponi's novel about grief, family, and poker is an adrenaline rush that starts with a bang and doesn't let up until the final page is turned. A coming-of-age story set at a card table, The Hand You're Dealt will leave readers wondering what they would risk in a game.
A high-stakes thriller, particularly for those elusive young adult male nonreaders- School Library Journal
Fast-paced, with a riveting opening… the book has an odd quality of the fairy tale, with an unrelentingly evil villain, a fairy-godfather figure in the priest, a beautiful princess for the prom and never any doubt about the abilities of the hero-Kirkus Reviews
The writing is terse in this absorbing book that is a fine choice for boys, girls, and reluctant readers-VOYA
Gas never figured himself for a runaway. But when his mother dies in a car accident, hit head-on by a sheriff's deputy chasing an illegal Mexican who jumped the border, Gas' dad becomes abusive. Call it grief, call it alcoholism, whatever it is, Gas knows his dad will not be able to keep his promise to never hit him again. Without a plan, Gas hitches a ride out of state, and ends up working at a racetrack stable with a family of Mexicans—the kind of people his dad always taught him to hate, the kind of people who got his mother killed. What will Gas learn about himself and the true meaning of family? And what will Gas do when his small stature causes an unscrupulous horse trainer to promise him glory and riches as a jockey, even if he can't ride well?
"HOMESTRETCH is a quick and exciting coming of age story full of mud, blood, speed, sleaze, and danger."—Richie Partington/Richie's Picks.
"Volponi continues his streak of well-written novels in this simply written, coming-of-age story about a boy who learns that he cannot generalize about an entire ethnic group." –VOYA.


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Live Kenya Feed, Top U.N. Director Dominate WOCCU's Final Conference Day
July 16, 2008
HONG KONG—World Credit Union Conference attendees gained insights into credit union development in Africa on the last morning of the World Council of Credit Union's (WOCCU) annual event, both through the eyes of one of the region's most influential leaders and by "traveling" directly to Kenya. The morning closed with an inspirational presentation out of Australia that brought the audience to its feet.
Keynote speaker Dr. Anna Tibaijuka, United Nations Under-Secretary General and Executive of UN-HABITAT in Nairobi, outlined the urgent need for affordable housing worldwide and the role that credit unions and the African savings and credit cooperatives, known as SACCOs, can play to help meet this need. Tibaijuka's oversight includes housing issues, and her presentation was a plea for assistance in meeting one of the most basic and dire needs of the world's poor.
"In Africa, 72% of the urban population are slum dwellers and in Asia 46% are slum dwellers," Tibaijuka told the audience. "And those who benefit by exploiting the poor don't want things to change."
Tabaijuka explained that poor housing means much more than a lack of shelter. It causes malnutrition, poor health, low self-esteem and a raft of social issues, including crime and substance abuse. Rising food prices have only exacerbated the problem, she added.
The demand for affordable housing is reaching a critical level worldwide, with 5 million new units required per year, or 4,000 new housing alternatives needed every hour by a growing population of poor, Tibaijuka said. That's not counting replacing the current inventory of substandard housing.
"The advantages [of supporting the development of affordable housing] are great, and each of us must play a role," Tibaijuka added. "The knowledge and efforts on the part of credit unions can help millions."
The keynote address was followed by a visit to Africa, courtesy of a live computer uplink directly to a SACCO in Kenya sponsored by Tandberg. WOCCU program manager Erick Sile anchored a brief discussion between WOCCU president & CEO Pete Crear and SACCO staff and members. Kenya currently has 4,000 SACCOs serving more than 4 million people, said Sile, manager of one of WOCCU's three development programs in Kenya.
Sile described the way SACCOs were largely protected by their members from looting and burning during election riots and civil unrest earlier in the year, while the SACCO managers explained the service offered to microentrepreneurs, two of whom were present on the call.
The conference closed with an inspiring speech by Khoa Do, a young Vietnamese expatriate who survived personal peril and poverty to immigrate with his family to Australia. Do grew up to become a filmmaker who led a group of troubled youth to create a feature-length film that garnered critical acclaim, earning him the honor of being the 2005 Young Australian of the Year.
"When you face your greatest obstacle you will also often find you greatest opportunity," Do told an enthusiastic crowd. "Appreciate what you have and follow your heart. You will succeed."
The World Credit Union Conference, an annual event organized by WOCCU and its host member countries, concluded July 16.
World Council of Credit Unions is the global trade association and development platform for credit unions. World Council promotes the sustainable development of credit unions and other financial cooperatives around the world to empower people through access to high quality and affordable financial services. World Council advocates on behalf of the global credit union system before international organizations and works with national governments to improve legislation and regulation. Its technical assistance programs introduce new tools and technologies to strengthen credit unions' financial performance and increase their outreach.
World Council has implemented 300+ technical assistance programs in 89 countries. Worldwide, 89,026 credit unions in 117 countries serve 260 million people. Learn more about World Council's impact around the world at www.woccu.org.


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Illusionist to perform at Winterfest 2008
Illusionists possess an uncanny ability to captivate an audience, performing tricks and stunts rarely attempted by those in attendance. What makes illusionist Brock Gill different from many of his contemporaries? Through his mind-blowing feats, he shares a life-changing message that can transform even the hardest of hearts.
At Winterfest 2008, Liberty University's ever-popular music festival and winter retreat, Gill joins a cast of top Christian artists, performers and speakers, exhibiting some of his most daring illusions and escapes. Over 10 years ago, the illusionist started showcasing his talents at church outreach events.
These days, he travels throughout the United States, Mexico and Australia, wowing audiences with daredevil escapes while presenting the Gospel. Gill's arsenal of tricks includes catching a bullet between his teeth, freeing himself from a straightjacket and escaping from a water-filled coffin. Be sure to catch the illusionist and his breath-taking performance as he rings in the New Year on Dec. 31.
Other Winterfest artists scheduled to perform on the Vines Center stage include Jeremy Camp, Hawk Nelson, Disciple, Skillet, Sanctus Real and a host of other great performers. Dynamic speakers such as Clayton King, David Nasser and the Rev. Eric Timm will also be in appearance.
Apart from seeing great performances, participants can also take advantage of everything LU has to offer, including basketball, ice skating and swimming.
Our all-inclusive event ticket — with bands, speakers and a free ice-skating session — is on sale for $80 if you reserve your spot before Dec. 1. Individual session tickets start at $15. To come chill with us at Winterfest, visit www.libertywinterfest.com or call (800) 662-5848.


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Sell Your Land to the DNR
Why does DNR want to buy my land?
As part of the Healthy Rivers INitiative, DNR will work to acquire land in the project areas from willing sellers, building upon the recent excitement regarding the Wabashiki Fish & Wildlife Area and Goose Pond Fish and Wildlife Area. Purchasing land along the river corridor will afford the public much better access to the River and critical habitat corridors for several different kinds of animals that become isolated in small populations due to habitat fragmentation. The goal is to eventually create a continual forested corridor along the rivers with periodic public ownership where people can fish, hunt, bird watch and participate in all types of outdoor recreational activities.
DNR is interested in land that is already restored or retired from farming or that provides excellent public access to the river. However, we recognize that each circumstance is different and are willing to discuss a whole host of options that will work best for both the landowner and the DNR.
Acquisition Process
When a landowner is interested in selling land, DNR will ask that they fill out a non-binding letter of intent and provide a few documents that will help determine the direction including maps and a deed. DNR will not be interested in all land. The priority is to add to existing parcels already acquired and to provide strategic public access to the river. Once the landowner returns the documentation to DNR, we will determine if the land is a priority, is eligible for the flat rate per acre that DNR is currently paying or if an appraisal will be needed. If the land is eligible for the flat rate per acre, DNR will order title work and prepare an offer to purchase and associated documents. If an appraisal is needed, DNR will order and pay for the appraisal to determine the purchase price. Once we make an offer and the landowner agrees with the price, the landowner will sign several documents so that DNR may get approval and counter-signatures in anticipation of closing. The entire process will take about 4 months to complete.
For More Information
Landowners that are interested in selling their land to DNR can contact the Division of Land Acquisition at 317-232-4050.


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Planned Giving
Thank you for your interest in Adams State University. Our hope is to serve you and your family with helpful information. We have an increasing number of friends at Adams who now are benefiting from life income gifts, gift annuities and other plans. Thank you for taking the time to explore the benefits of gift planning.
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Family Programs Manager‹Museum of HistoryMiami. The Museum of
HistoryMiami (MHM), located in downtown Miami, is a well-established
institution with approximately 35 full and part-time employees and an
annual budget of $ 3 million. MHM maintains active permanent, changing
and traveling exhibition programs, dedicated to interpreting the history
and contemporary life of South Florida and the Caribbean. The new Family
Programs Manager will collaborate with education staff to create
innovative family programs for diverse audiences, including camps,
public programs, and community outreaches. He/she will supervise camp
staff and various museum educators, and coordinate relationships with
various vendors.
By October 31, send letter of interest, resume, salary requirements,
electronic portfolio and names of three references to Cecilia Dubon
Slesnick, Vice President, Education and Visitor Services, HistoryMiami,
101 W. Flagler St., Miami, FL 33130, or email email@example.com
Job Responsibilities
Curriculum development and management of Museum Camps, including One
Day Camp, Week Camp, Summer Camp and Camp-Ins.
Curriculum development and management of daily gallery programs.
Curriculum development and management of monthly Family Fun Day.
Management of community outreaches.
Train and supervise staff of museum educators for programs.
Supervise outside contractors for programs.
Manage and develop budget for all Family Programs.
Increase participation/ attendance for all Family Programs.
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Free Government Phones Got Into the Wrong Hands
WSJ's Spencer Ante has details of a $2.2 billion government program to give cell phones to poor people that resulted in phones winding up in the hands of people ineligible for the program.
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I ... the earphone builders are things in the fees called universal service fee ... was actually that money goes to help pay for ... a number of government programs including the lifeline program ... which has been set up to help subsidize filters for for people in America ... read a story on page one of the Wall Street Journal today showing that ... millions of subscribers of the lifeline program are actually not eligible ... to receive those funds ... the SCC ... it's taking action on the slasher they launched a reform effort designed to ... weed out a lot of the NL it's a will subscribers ... they actually estimated about fifty percent ... of subscribers and be weeded out because of the reforms ... but we found ... unworthy without that five the top companies to provide LifePoint servers ... forty one percent ... of more than six million subscribers are actually going to be removed from the program ... the FTC believes that this ... reform effort would shave about two hundred million dollars last year ... could save up to two billion dollars over the next three years ... as companies like eighteen T and Verizon and Sprint and track phone ... scrub their subscriber rolls and remove all the people who are not eligible to receive the phone ... so


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Will J.C. Penney Pull Off a Turnaround?
J.C. Penney has blunted its steep drop in sales. Now investors want to know if the improvement can last. Suzanne Kapner discusses on MoneyBeat. (Photo: Getty)
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A mod for Homeworld 2. Higarrian scouts now have suped-up weapons that rival a battlecruiser! With probe like agillity, corvette armour and a Dreadnought ion cannon as it's main weapon, it's for any fan of destruction. Can be used in single player, player vs CPU, or multiplayer. Specifications Squad size: Same as normal scout Fire power: 4900 Amour: 3600 Max speeed: 901 m/s Weapons Emplacements: 1 Dreadnought ion cannon. 1 Dreadnought chin turret.(replacing EMP). Cost: Same as normal scout
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Kim Kardashian with a fan at the opening ceremony
Kim Kardashian woos Bahrain fans
Manama, December 2, 2012
Reality television superstar Kim Kardashian took Bahrain by storm yesterday as hundreds of screaming fans waited hours to meet her.
The Keeping Up with the Kardashians star visited the country for the first time to officially open the new Millions of Milkshakes franchise at The Walk Bahrain, in association with Sevens Holding SPC, said a report in our sister publication, the Gulf Daily News.
She arrived in Bahrain after visiting Kuwait for a similar launch party and was taken on a sightseeing tour across the country.
"Marhaba Bahrain" were the first words uttered by the American socialite moments after greeting her fans, opening the outlet and preparing her signature milkshake.
Kardashian, who was escorted by security personnel and policemen, then took to the stage, where she praised Bahrain.
"It is my first visit to the country and I heard it was beautiful, but what I saw was beyond that," she said.
"I was on the phone with my sisters and family telling them how beautiful it is and I would like to thank Millions of Milkshakes and Sevens Holding for bringing me here. The country has lovely beaches and desert.
"We went to the desert and had lunch, besides seeing camels and falcons and the beach view was amazing from the hotel. I love the girls here; their makeup and hair are beautiful. People from the States should come here because the people and the country are so amazing and welcoming that I am planning to be back here during my vacation."
The fashionista's appearance created an electric atmosphere at The Walk with some fans waiting hours to meet their idol.
"We have come here because Kim is an inspiration and we learn a lot from her show," said 18-year-old Danya Al Taweel, who was at the event with her twin sister Deena.
"The advice that she gives of following our hearts is something we have taken seriously in our lives and our advice to her is always keep following your heart."
Kardashian's visit comes days after a Twitter controversy, where she posted tweets regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict. She later deleted her comments and said she would "set the record straight" during her visit.
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It was time for our annual check-up and we are happy to report that we are growing and thriving! Only 3 pounds separates the two of us (despite being almost exactly one year apart!) so we are often mistaken for twins. We LOVE each other so very much and get into constant trouble around the house! Thank goodness one of us is in school almost every day otherwise mama would be going crazy by now chasing and cleaning up after the two of us.
Mama says she PROMISES to be better about posting! Life sure is busy with 4 rambunctious and very busy kiddos! Having three boys ages 8, 6 and 3 is a handful and add one feisty 2 year old princess and well...we have a FULL house.
Check back in again soon! So many new things going on with the Sanchez Six (yes...mama and papa round us out to 6 silly Sanchez family members!) Stay tuned for a NEW blog that combines Saving Sofia and Three's a Charm...it's about time!


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Outdoor Idaho "Nature's Healing Power" This episode features stories of Idahoans who have found strength and solace in nature as they confront illness and injury. It also shines a spotlight on four Idaho nonprofits that offer outdoor retreats for cancer survivors and disabled veterans - and the dedication of their volunteers.G
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Art Wolfe's Travels to the Edge "The Southwest: Zion and Canyon De Chelly" Wolfe explores surreal slot canyons carved by wind and water and encounters strange rock spires, called hoodoos, in Utah's Zion National Park. On the Navajo Reservation in Arizona, he goes by horseback with a Navajo guide to discover petroglyphs hidden in Canyon de Chelly.G
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Posted: 11/08/12 11:27, Edited: 04/24/13 15:28
by Dave Mindeman
How did the DFL manage such a lopsided win in Minnesota?
DFL Chair Ken Martin has to be given some credit. He and I have had our differences but his handling of the 2012 election was nearly flawless.
One of the reasons that DFL turnout was so high is that the Party fully embraced the NO vote campaigns on the amendments. It was a bit of a gamble, but it gave younger voters an additional reason to go to the polls. And when the tide turned heavily against the amendments, the DFL reaped some of the benefit, especially in close races. Some of the Vote NO organizational skills had to rub off on the Party... and there was a ready made cadre of volunteers willing to work on multiple projects.
And this time around the DFL had the money advantage. Although the GOP legislative caucuses were competitive, the GOP Party itself was forced to be absent because of their own monetary problems. Outside groups tried to make up the difference especially from the business sector, but the message was fuzzy because the Democrats were not in power and the legislative results were linked to the GOP. The negative flyers tried to link Democratic candidates to things that happened years ago...which may have worked on low information voters, but I doubt it helped with the general electorate.
All of the GOP strategies came up empty. Putting the amendments on the ballot, which Brodkorb admitted was a base turnout tool, ended up backfiring...turning out the wrong base. The school shift was used by the DFL relentlessly; and the GOP bill that attempted to move some of the surplus to the shift (Garofalo's big idea) lost its effect after being vetoed by the Governor. The school shift was real, the surplus fix was not.
The DFL had a number of superior candidates as well. Former legislators that were defeated a few years ago came back to a friendlier environment. Late GOP retirements happened in areas without a deep bench.
GOP threats to labor, mobilized that segment of the DFL base to a higher degree. The GLBT community was highly motivated. The environmental lobby was tired of not getting any kind of hearing at the GOP table and they went on a mission. Nearly all aspects of the DFL coalition were in sync for this election cycle....and it showed.
Klobuchar and Obama had some coattails, although I'm not sure that was as big a factor as the coattails of the amendment vote.
I think everyone was surprised by the late wave effect of the down ballot races, but there certainly were a number of factors leading in that direction that were not clearly evident during the campaign.
2012 was the perfect anti-GOP storm and I'm not talking about Sandy.


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Wednesday, September 30, 2009
There Goes The Neighborhood...
17 comments:
- Michelle (Three Men and a Lady) said...
Hillarious. You should totally march right over there and offer your design services (while graciously giving your opinion).
- September 30, 2009 at 7:34 PM
- Nichole said...
I completely agree, but... I hope they don't read your blog:) Maybe you can come up with a new color scheme and mail it to them anonymously. Although I don't know if a different color on the stucco would help. I hope the landscaping does.
- September 30, 2009 at 7:36 PM
- Cristin said...
Plant trees!
- October 1, 2009 at 12:07 AM
- Isabella & Max Rooms said...
How true...love the idea in a previous comment to offer your design services, though it is a bit late for that. I had to laugh reading this post, I have been here several times...I do tend to take design decisions of those people's homes I can see from mine personally!
- October 1, 2009 at 12:41 AM
- Anonymous said...
Maybe they just couldn't decide on one look so they just decided to go with it all? Once that tree grows up in the front maybe you won't be able to see the stucco. :-)
- October 1, 2009 at 7:36 AM
- Liz @ It's Great To Be Home said...
Yeah, that stucco is a bummer. Hehe. :)
- October 1, 2009 at 8:01 AM
- Shannon said...
That is just one ugly house. But it's kind of like ugly babies, the parents just don't see it. And I am sure the owners would never see it either. It reminds me of a Frankenstein house, pieces of different houses stuck together. Or maybe it has multiple personalities.
- October 1, 2009 at 9:25 AM
- Laura@JourneyChic said...
So agree. We live next to a HIDEOUS building. Almost didn't buy our place because of it. And it's so friggin' big and close to us that there's no amount of landscaping that could possibly hide the view. I've been tempted to go out in the middle of the night with a paint can to fix their window trim! :)
- October 1, 2009 at 9:52 AM
- Couture Carrie said...
That is a classsic McMansion!!
- October 1, 2009 at 11:15 AM
- Karen@StrictlySimpleStyle said...
It kind of reminds me of what people do when they are choosing a paint color. They put a little of each shade on the wall to get an idea of what they like. Unfortunately, your neighbors liked them all!
- October 1, 2009 at 12:15 PM
- Kitty said...
Damn! Can you imagine the inside? Probably a kitchen full of roosters and plaid!
- October 1, 2009 at 12:43 PM
- MyLittleHappyPlace said...
I hear ya! That is B.A.D.
- October 1, 2009 at 1:20 PM
- maureen @ The Inglenook Decor said...
ha!ha! maybe it's in transition or something...maybe they should plant a lot of trees , cover up the mess they've done!
- October 1, 2009 at 5:39 PM
- Christy said...
Like Kitty said - I can't imagine what a smorgasbord of poor choices the interior of the house looks like. Here's hoping people build houses (pretty, pleas!) in between yours sooner than later!!!
- October 1, 2009 at 8:56 PM
- Style Redux 2 said...
Style and money are not the same thing.
- October 2, 2009 at 8:05 AM
- Jacquelyn said...
I'm with Style Redux 2 - and hopefully there'll be some decent landscaping that will balance it all off...I think that the couple may have each had separate ideas, and this was a compromise of the two :|
- October 2, 2009 at 7:44 PM
- Dumbwit Tellher said...
Hope I don't get that listing some day..ha. Well then again, I won't turn down even an ugly home! Good architecture, just makes me believe that they couldn't make-up their mind on the exterior finishes.
- October 6, 2009 at 3:03 PM