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Shifters, sometimes called "the weretouched," dwell in the eastern forests. The eastern shapers created them to replace the elves as their tree-tenders. Created by tainting human bloodlines with animalistic traits, the shifters can take on the power of their bestial bloodlines in a process known as shifting. In the beginning, the shifters could take on more power, becoming hybrids of man and beast or even becoming the beast itself, however the bloodlines have been diluting over the generations, a process the shifter elders are desperately trying to slow.
Personality: The personality and behavior of shifters are influenced by their animal natures. Many are boorish and crude, while others are quiet, shifty, and solitary. Like there bestial bloodlines, shifters have a survivalist personality and think of most activities in terms of predator and prey, hunter and hunted. They view survival as a challenge, and strive to be self-reliant and adaptable.
Physical Description: Shifters are basically humanoid in shape, but their bodies are exceptionally lithe and agile. They often move in a crouched posture, with a rolling stride while their companions walk normally alongside. Their faces have a bestial cast, with wide, flat noses, large eyes and heavy eyebrows, pointed ears, and long sideburns (in both sexes). Their forearms and lower legs grow long hair, and the hair of their heads is thick and worn long. Their hair is often braided and tied with straps of leather. They often wear simple, practical clothing of animal hide, and wear trinkets of animal bone, predator fangs, and carved ivory.
Relations: Shifters mostly want to be left alone. The elves have waged a 500-year guerilla crusade against the shifter cities. Without the forces of the shapers at the shifter's backs, the elven strikes have only intensified. The shapers generally don't do much trading, preferring to support themselves on the forest's bounty and their own hard work. Their long war with the elves has colored their views of humanoids in general. While they don't kill non-elves immediately, they certainly don't particularly trust them. Shifters have a strong nationalistic bent, but they are even more loyal to their own tribes. Many shifter communities have long-standing feuds between tribes of shifters with different traits.
Alignment: Shifters are usually neutral, viewing the struggle to survive as more important than moral or ethical concerns about how survival is maintained. Those with herbivore ancestry tend towards more lawful natures, while those with predator blood generally are more chaotic.
Shifter Lands: Shifters dwell in the eastern forests, living in semi-fortified cities with bronzewood walls. Shifter cities are built into the forest, with structures using the titanic trees as support. The building often come in two or more layers, with wooden walkways running from tree to tree and watchtowers poking out of the canopy to survey the treetops. Shifter communities are often divided into multiple districts, each district occupied by a specific shifter trait.
Language: Shifters speak common, and rarely learn more languages. However, they speak a dialect of common that is fortified with guttural grunts, growls, purrs, and other vocalizations. In addition, shifter communication relies heavily on body language.
Names: Shifter names usually consist of a personal name and a clan name. Shifters with particularly powerful bloodlines are often giving titles based upon their heritage.
Adventurers: Shifter adventurers are rather common, shifters usually taking on the mantle of ranger, druid, and barbarian.

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Update: Thurs., June 20, 2013 - Construction halted in wetland draining work area of the Willits Bypass Project.
The audio in the player below, submitted and aired by KMUD News Correspondent Eileen Russell, was broadcast on the KMUD Local News Thurs., June 20, 2013 and includes interviews with protesters, as well as representatives from Caltrans and the California Highway Patrol.
Also, see additional articles:
- Lockdown stops work at Willits Bypass; 2 arrested
- Willits Bypass tree-sitters extracted by CHP
- Arrests at Willits Bypass site
Update: February 27, 2013
Use the player below to hear: "Willits Bypass slowing Down", including more on the impact of the Willits Bypass Project on nesting birds. This piece was aired on Wed., Feb 27, 2013 by KMUD News Coordinator, Christina Aanestad.
Update: February 26, 2013
Use the player below to hear: "Willits Bypass protests continue" including the alledged finding of bird nests on the project construction site and "security" of the protest tree sit area. This part of the story was aired on Tues., Feb. 26 2013 by KMUD News Director, Terri Klemetson.
Update: February 25, 2013
use the player below to hear: "Protesters stop construction near Willits Bypass"and "Tree sitter says Willits Bypass deserves scrutiny", aired on Mon., Feb. 25, 2013 by KMUD News Director, Terry Klemetson, with reports from KMUD News Correspondent, Jennifer Poole and KMUD News Coordinator, Christina Aanestad.
Update: February 14, 2013
KMUD news has been following the progress of the Willits Bypass Project as tensions build between those protesting the project and Caltrans, the government agency in charge of the project.
Use the player below to hear an audio clip, aired by KMUD News Coordinator Christina Aanestad, which includes interviews with Naomi Wagner of Earth First, Caltrans Spokesperson, Phil Frisbie, and Treesitter, Warbler. This story was aired on KMUD Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013.
See the posts below for previous updates, background and the original post on the Willits Bypass story.
Update-Jan. 28, 2013:
This Monday, Jan. 28, about 30 to 40 protestors participated in a rally and organized a tree sit just off Highway 101, at the south end of Willits, to protest the proposed Willits Bypass Project.
Use the player below to hear more about the demonstration opposing the Willits Bypass, including interviews with demonstrators and a Caltrans representative. This piece was aired by KMUD News Correspondent, Christina Aanestad on the KMUD Local News Monday, Jan. 28, 2013.
24-year old Amanda Senseman, also known as "Warbler", sits in a tree to stop the Willits bypass.
The original post of the proposed Willits Bypass Demonstration can be viewed below.
For a number of years there has been a proposal to reroute Highway 101 around the downtown Willits area, the so-called Willits Bypass. According to the Caltrans website:
ŌĆ£Route 101, functionally classified a principal arterial route, is the single north-south route serving the length of coastal California and is crucial in the commerce of northwestern California. On Route 101, trucks and passenger vehicles transport goods and people to and from the many communities throughout the region. In the Willits area, it serves an increasingly heavy commuter, recreational and commercial traffic demand. Lack of capacity and congestion has resulted in delay and lengthy traffic queues within the project limits north of the city limit.ŌĆØ
In September, 2012, concerned that the bypass project would harm wetlands, salmon streams and endangered plants, a number of environmental groups including: the Center for Biological Diversity, Willits Environmental Center, Redwood Chapter of the Sierra Club and EPIC, requested a preliminary injunction to stop the proposed bypass. Early in November of 2012 that injunction was denied by a federal judge and the work on the bypass is ready to begin as soon as funding for the project is designated.
Use the player below to hear more on this story, including a planned protest of the project on Monday, Jan.28. The piece was introduced and aired by KMUD News Coordinator, Terri Klemetson, and produced by Rian Marie and Cody Mark.
Additional Resources:
Save Our Willits Valley Coalition -707-216-5549
Click here for information about the protest on Mon., Jan. 28, 2013
Willits Bypass - Final Environmental Impact Statement / Environmental Impact Report, October 2006
Supplemental Environmental Impact Report, May 2010
Click here for maps of Willits Bypass
Willits Bypass - Reports and Presentations
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Myanmar might not have the same reputation as some more common destinations, but it isn't for lack of amazing things to see and do. Myanmar tourism is robust, whether by land, air or sea: you can soar over Bagan in a hot air balloon, hit the water to see floating gardens and leg-rowing fishermen, or simply walk around enjoying the golden temples and open-air market. When you travel to Myanmar, all of the experiences you have share just one thing in common: they are unlike anything you will be able to see anywhere else in the world.
Soar over Bagan in a hot air balloon
There is no better place than Bagan than to see the splendor of Myanmar temples. In fact, the only issue is that there are so many, on such a massive scale - more than 3,000 in all - that it is impossible to fully appreciate all of them on foot. The only way to truly take it all in is floating in the air, and indeed the image of a hot air balloon floating over the temples of Bagan has become one of the most enduring and iconic images of Myanmar travel.
The hot air balloon season runs from from the middle of October through the middle of March, peaking around New Year's Day. During this period, the winds are calmer and the air is cooler, making the journey safe, pleasant and memorable. The balloons generally take off around sunrise, meaning that you can enjoy hours seeing the light creep up over the horizon as you gaze out over thousands of temples, and be back in time for breakfast at your hotel.
Cruise along the Irrawaddy
The Irrawaddy River is the longest river in Myanmar and its most important commercial waterway. For hundreds of years, it has been an important method of transport as well as an enabler of trade and a source of irrigation. Even beyond its logistical importance, the river is naturally intertwined with the cultural heritage of the region, and its cycles have found their way into many of Myanmar's spiritual practices.
Cruises allow visitors to experience the Irrawaddy in person. Both relaxing and informative, setting sail down this river provides a chance to not only see some of the most beautiful vistas the country has to offer, but to also learn a little bit about what makes this body of water so unique among all of the rivers in Myanmar.
Spot leg-rowers on Inle Lake
Life on Myanmar's Inle Lake is unlike anything you have experienced before. Not only are there no sidewalks, there aren't even any roads to speak of. Instead, the locals navigate this 13.5 mile freshwater lake in one person wooden boats equipped with outboard propellers. It is a sight as captivating as it is charming - those who fish the waters get around using a leg-powered technique that has to be seen to be believed.
Visitors who are interested in going a step further can hop in a watercraft as well, visiting mesmerizing local villages by water. The settlements on the lake are built over the water itself, and consist of single and two-story houses perched high on stilts. There are even hotels, restaurants and shops in the area, all built vertically to account for the presence of the lake.
Cycle through Mandalay
For a more active Myanmar tour, head over to Mandalay and hop on a bicycle. A river valley landscape surrounded by mountain plains and rice paddy fields, Mandalay was immortalized in the poetry of Rudyard Kipling, who once wrote:
I've a neater, sweeter maiden in a cleaner, greener land!
On the road to Mandalay . . .
Learn more about his experience when you cycle through the valley, meeting up with the friendly, engaging locals and taking the the beautiful vistas. With an expert guide to help, you can learn about the traditions and practices of the area, eat native foods and experience incredible Mandalay village life.
Explore Yangon's night market
When the day is almost over and the sun is makings its retreat over the horizon, the market in Yangon, formerly known as Rangoon, is just beginning to wake up. The Yangon night market is one of the most unique experiences in the country, an unforgettable opportunity to sample locals wares and see the hustle and bustle up close. Shoppers can buy everything from fish, to fruit to bright and fragrant flowers, and the fact that it's all a little bit difficult to see just makes the whole endeavor that much more exciting. If you believe that fun doesn't have to go away when the sun does, look no further than Yangon, Myanmar.
A passport that is valid for at least one month after the end of your trip is required for both U.S. and Canadian citizens to enter and depart the country. Please ensure that the name on your passport matches all travel documents we have issued. If this is not the case, please contact us immediately.
Please make a photocopy of your passport's identification page and keep it separate from your original. It's also a good idea to leave a digital copy with someone at home. This may speed up the replacement process should you lose your passport.
Both Canadian and American citizens need a visa to enter Myanmar and need to be arranged before travel. Canadians and American passport holders can apply for an e-visa at http://evisa.moip.gov.mm/ or through the Myanmar embassy. Due to international sanctions against Myanmar's government, there are no flights between Western countries and Myanmar, most travelers will route through Bangkok or Singapore.
For more visa information please visit:
America: www.travisa.com
Canada: www.travisa.ca
Cancelation and Medical Insurance is highly recommended as it can safeguard against the expenses associated with in-country medical emergencies, lost or delayed baggage and emergency cancelation or interruption of your trip. Please ensure your policy will provide you with upfront medical coverage so that you are not responsible for a hefty doctor's bill while away. Insurance can be purchased through us.
No vaccinations are currently required to enter Myanmar, although it is strongly recommended to vaccinate against Malaria if visiting rural areas.
It is advised to consult a travel doctor 4-6 weeks before departure in regards to the recommended vaccinations below:
DiphtheriaHepatitis A & BMalariaRabiesTetanusTyphoid
For all vaccinations and health requirements, you can also refer to the recommendations from:
World Health Organization (WHO): http://www.who.int and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) http://wwwnc.cdc.gov.
If there are any medical items essential to your health, such as prescription drugs or corrective eye wear, bring duplicates and divide them between your checked bags and hand luggage . It is also advised to take iodine tablets to purify water if bottled water is not available. It is also strongly advised to take over-the-counter diarrhea medication. While non-prescription drugs such as aspirin are generally available, it is difficult to replace prescription items.
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With a tropical monsoon climate Myanmar has three distinctive seasons, hot (March – May), rainy (June – October) and cool (November – February). The best time to travel is during the cool season, but even the rainy season isn't viewed as a deterrent as not much precipitation occurs in Bagan or Mandalay. Temperatures in mountain regions are generally lower than in others. Regardless of the high rate of rainfall the country still receives a considerable amount of sunshine. We recommend bringing a sweater or wind breaker during the cool months, as Bagan and Inle Lake can be chilly in the morning.
For up-to-date forecasts, check www.weather.com.
Light weight clothes with waterproofs are recommended all year round. In higher altitudes however it is best to take slightly warmer clothes, but nothing too heavy.
As a rule shoulders and knees should be covered when entering religious sites.
FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: Video camera, camera with zoom lens in a dust-resistant case, sufficient memory cards, a spare camera battery and charger. Photography is not allowed in certain religious buildings, especially temples. So be sure to ask permission before you take a photo.
Electricity: 220-240volts AC, 50Hz. Three different plug types are used: C – Europlug, E/F European Schuko and D – Indian, all with circular pronged sockets.
It is important that you bring sufficient cash into Myanmar to sustain you throughout your trip, as credit cards are not widely accepted in Myanmar, and ATMs are few and far between. We recommend that you bring crisp, clean $50 and $100 USD notes (no marks or tears, 2006 series or later) to exchange for the local currency. Travelers checks are not accepted. Generally speaking, we advise bringing US$50-100 per day, per person, for spending money. Be sure to bring lots of small bills for porters, wait staff and housekeeping (not obligatory and based on your satisfaction). The Kyat (MMK) is the official currency in Myanmar. The kyat consists of coins 1, 5, 10, 50 and 100 kyat and banknotes from 50pya, 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 and 5000 kyat.
Visa and MasterCard are beginning to be accepted in larger tourist shops and restaurants. Many hotels will not be able to exchange USD but your guide can bring you to a bank or currency exchange office. Bills with small tears or ink spots cannot be exchanged in Myanmar.
Capital: Naypyidaw
Language: Burmese
Currency: Kyat (MMK)
Religion: Buddhist
Time Zone: GMT/UTC +6.5
Electricity: 230v127v/220v
Telephone: +95
Calling North America: 001
Emergency numbers in Myanmar: Police 110, Fire 113, Ambulance 199, Fire 19118


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FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — The Republican establishment, after his three Tuesday night wins, continues to fret that Donald Trump is costing the party support among the demographics it most needs to court: Hispanics and women. And the candidate's behavior at a rally here Wednesday night — his second in the state this week — didn't give them any reason to feel comfortable with the idea of him becoming the nominee. It was another exercise in eviction. "This is lots more fun than a Trump rally, right?" the GOP front-runner yelled, watching as police in the Crown Coliseum forcibly removed protesters. An NBC/Wall Street Journal poll released Wednesday showed 60 percent of voters think Trump is hurting the GOP's image. Some conservatives echoed those concerns at the Conservative Political Action Conference outside Washington last weekend.
But Republican primary voters in the NBC/WSJ poll were almost evenly split about whether Trump is positive or harmful to the party. Plenty of Trump's supporters, especially women for whom the economy is more important than social issues, told Roll Call they believe Trump is actually widening the GOP tent by bringing in not just new voters, but voters who see him as more willing to negotiate than Texas Sen. Ted Cruz.


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Safety reminder: Driving in wet and windy weather
Sat 26 Oct, 2013
With strong winds and heavy rain likely in Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes tomorrow night (Sunday 27 October) and on Monday morning, motorists are being advised to take extra care on wet or flooded roads and to watch out for fallen trees and other debris.
Keith Wheeler, Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service's road safety manager, said: "Check local traffic reports to see if the route is clear before you make your journey, and avoid travelling during the worst of the weather if you can.
"Take great care when driving while it's still dark in areas that you know have flooded or been affected by severe weather on previous occasions, and please don't ignore diversion and road closure signs."
Driving tips during the wet and windy weather are:
- You must use headlights when visibility is seriously reduced. Rain and spray from vehicles make it more difficult to see and be seen.
- Keep well back from the vehicle in front. This will increase your ability to see and plan ahead.
- Stopping distances on wet roads will be at least double those on dry roads because your tyres have less grip on the road.
- Steering becomes unresponsive when water prevents tyres from gripping the road. If this happens, ease off the accelerator and slow down gradually.
- Take extra care around pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists and horse-riders.
- Don't attempt to drive through water that is more than a few inches deep. The water is often deeper than it looks and may be moving quite fast. Your vehicle may be swept away or become stranded.
- Be alert to the danger posed by debris, including branches and slates, that may have blown into the roadway.
- Remember, wind rarely blows steadily, and a sudden gust can catch out even the most experienced driver.
- High-sided vehicles are most affected by windy weather, but strong gusts can also blow a car, cyclist, motorcyclist or horse-rider off course. This can happen on open stretches of road exposed to strong crosswinds, or when passing bridges or gaps in hedges.
- In very windy weather your vehicle may be affected by turbulence created by large vehicles. Motorcyclists are particularly affected, so keep well back from them when they are overtaking a high-sided vehicle.


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Dr Janet's Mediterranean Diet & Mediterranean Recipes in
Prevent A Second Heart Attack8 Foods, 8 Weeks to Reverse Heart Disease
(Three Rivers Press, Feb. 2011)
Inspired by the heart-healthy, time-proven Mediterranean diet, a delicious and foolproof plan to prevent a heart attack – and actually reverse your heart disease.
By following the straightforward, eight-point program in Prevent a Second Heart Attack Book, you can reduce your risk of a first heart attack or if you are a survivor, reduce your risk of a second heart attack by up to 70 percent.
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Persona 2: Eternal Punishment to be downloadable for PSP, Vita next week
Persona 2: Eternal Punishment will available through the PS Store for Vita and PSP next week. Now, users can download the title without having to transfer the game from their PS3. The game was released last month for all three platforms, but a compatibility issue prevented users from playing it on the handhelds. Come March […]
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Persona 2: Eternal Punishment - Sony working on compatibility issues with PSP, Vita
Persona 2: Eternal Punishment, which was released this week on PSN as a PSone classic, isn't compatible with Vita or PSP as of yet. While it's playable on PS3, Sony said it is working on a fix which will make the game playable on the portable systems, as was promised when it was announced. According […]
Persona 2: Innocent Sin data can be imported into Eternal Punishment
A feature included in Persona 2: Eternal Punishment will allow players to import save data from Persona 2: Innocent Sin into the game. According to Atlus, you won't have had to beat the game either in order to take advantage of the feature, as all it needs are stats and level data. The "fusion skill […]
Persona 2: Innocent Sin Collector's Edition is full of swag
Ghostlight have released details on the European Persona 2: Innocent Sin Collector's Edition, and it is full of goodies. The UMD game comes encased in a double-sided inlay box, which contains a t-shirt, soundtrack CD, six cards which are double-sided art cards, and an A3 poster. The t-shirt is only available if you order from […]
Persona 2: Innocent Sin advises on chatting up demons
If you're not familiar with the subtle art of demon negotiation, come and be educated thanks to a new trailer for Persona 2: Innocent Sin.
Persona 2 PSP English localisation confirmed, launches this fall
Atlus has confirmed it'll localise Persona 2 for a US release this fall for PSP. It comes after an old-school newsletter tease of the localisation last week. Siliconera has some English-looking screenshots of the game. The game launched in Japan last month, with Ghostlight releasing Persona 3 Portable in the UK last month. Persona 4 […]
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Atlus has announced overnight in Japan a delay for PSP remake Persona 2: Innocent Sin.
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Castleview Enterprises are a leading supplier of housewares and disposable products to the Wholesale, Cash & Carry and Retail Sectors.
Our brands Castleview, Caroline, Royal Markets and Smartway are synonymous with good quality at a reasonable price.
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The Flea Mart in Independence, Mo. Hosted a Truck R Treat Cruise on Oct. 29, 2016. This was the final cruise for the Flea Mart for 2016. The Halloween event featured kids in costumes, car trunks decorated with Halloween articles, a DJ and some of the Missouri Movie vehicles. Everyone had a great time. For additional information, visit my web site at: teemack.net These photos are copyrighted and owned by TeeMack Photography. Any reproduction, modification, publication, transmission, transfer, or exploitation of any of the content, for personal or commercial use, whether in whole or in part, without written permission from TeeMack photography is prohibited and protected by U.S. Copyright Laws. All rights reserved.Read More
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Welcome to the Upstate Carolina Linux Users Group (UCLUG) site, hosted at Immedion
The Upstate Carolina Linux Users Group is a group of Linux enthusiasts in the Upstate area of South Carolina who like to gather and talk about Linux and other Unix-based operating systems, and free and open source software.
Interested in a MeshNet in the Upstate? Take our survey!
UCLUG meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm. Our next meeting is scheduled for June 10th, 2014.
If you are unable to attend in person, we will hopefully have a hangout feed on our Google + page.
|We hold our meetings at Immedion:
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78 Global Drive
Greenville, SC
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Lightning Revenants[1][2] (aka Air Revenants) are revenants based on the element of air. The creature is seemingly humanoid, but rides on a ball of electricity rather than walking on two feet. A lightning revenant wears flowing black and yellow robes under scale mail armor and carries a heavy mace and large metal shield emblazoned with a single white-colored image of an eyeball. Etched into the shield, radiating from the eye out to the shield's edges, are yellow beams. The eye sockets of the creature's metallic helm shines with a menacing white light. Only its arms are readily visible, and appear to be crackling lighting bolts almost suspended in time. Lightning is a force of sudden strikes and distant rumbles, and so too are the lightning revenants prone to violent outbursts after long periods of sleep. Lighting revenants tend to roam places where towns or other civilized outposts once stood, but were destroyed or abandoned. They find small, safe hiding spots to sleep until their territories are disturbed. They attack intruders only to drive them short distances from their hiding places, then retire back into bitter sleep. Lightning revenants are unpredictable in combat. They often switch targets for no good reason. They are equally likely to strike tenaciously at the same foe regardless of other circumstances. A lighting revenant will use its lightning attack on opponents.[1]
- Az'Barin, Prince of the Gust
- Razor
- Halefnir the Windborn <Servant of Loken>
- Ionar
- The North Wind
- Altar Warden
- Scion of Storm
- Storm Revenant
- Stormfury Revenant
- Stormrider
- Tempest Minion
- Tempest Revenant
- Tempest Warder
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- ^ a b Manual of Monsters, pg 88
- ^ Shadows & Light, pg 141


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Orphan Davion Only Who Made 'Love Me Forever' Plea Removed From New Home
Davion Only, 16, won over thousands with a plea for a family.
-- The orphaned teenager who made an emotional plea last year for a family to adopt him and "love me forever" - and triggered thousands of offers from around the world - has had a devastating setback after he was removed from the home of his potential adoptive family.
Davion Only's dreams of adoption was disrupted after the 16-year-old had an altercation with a member of his prospective family, according to the Eckerd adoptive agency overseeing Only's adoption.
Only had moved from Florida to Ohio to be with the prospective family this spring for a 90 day trial period. The move was the first step of the adoptive process. According to the Tampa Bay Times, Only was with the family for weeks before being removed. The teen even wrote "I got baptized" on his Facebook page.
However, Only was removed after he had a physical altercation with a child and father, who is a minister, from his potential adoptive family. According to reports from the Tampa Bay Times that were confirmed by the Eckerd agency, Only's case manager flew to Ohio and took the teenager out of the home and back to Florida on May 30.
Florida Orphan Pleas for Family to 'Love Be Till I Die'
Florida Teen Spent Holidays with Prospective Family
Thousands Offer to Take In Florida Orphan After His Plea for Family Goes Viral
The Eckerd agency did not disclose any further information about where Only was or how he was faring.
However, the agency said they still planned to find a "forever home" for Only.
"Davion is a maturing young man whose perspective on life continues to change as it does with most teenagers," read the statement. "After Davion spent time with a prospective adoptive family this spring, it was determined that the family was not the right fit for him, with that we are asking for privacy during this stage of his life."
Only won over thousands of supporters after giving an impassioned plea at a Florida church last October asking for a family to adopt him.
"I'll take anyone," Only said. "Old or young, dad or mom, black, white, purple. I don't care. And I would be really appreciative. The best I could be."
In making his plea, Only said he was looking for someone "To love me forever, I just want people to love me for who I am."
More than 10,000 people responded to Only's plea and the Eckerd agency was overwhelmed with request from people around the world offering to take in the teenager.
Only made the plea for family after searching for his own family and finding out that his birth mother had died weeks before he looked for her. He said he cried after finding out but decided he would not let his mother's past, which included drug and theft arrests, to define him.
"I just want people to know that it's hard to be a foster kid," said Only. "People sometimes don't know how hard it is and how much we try to do good."
When asked what it would mean to finally have a family, Only said, "It will make me have more courage and it will make me look brighter and feel better in general."
ABC News' Christina Ng and Alyssa Newcomb contributed to this story.


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The Chinese are either the best or worst reverse-engineers in the world. Check out this from Shandong Huoyun, a division of the Qilu Petrochemical Corporation; it's a nearly indistinguishable knockoff of the Smart Fortwo. Under the skin, however, it's an entirely different beast. As its name reveals, the HuoYun Electromobile is an EV with a range of 75 miles and a top speed of 31 mph. Considering it's also lacking the Smart passenger-safety cell, 31 mph is probably more than fast enough. We also hear some enterprising New Yorkers have already started selling these from a blanket laid out on Fifth Avenue. Caveat emptor, German tourists.
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Olt congratulates former teammate Springer
NEW YORK -- Cubs third baseman Mike Olt was excited to hear that Astros prospect George Springer, his former college teammate at the University of Connecticut, would be joining him in the Majors Leagues.
Olt was one year ahead of Springer at UConn -- he was selected in the supplemental first round of the 2010 First-Year Player Draft, while Springer was the No. 11 pick in the 2011 Draft -- and the pair rank among the top five in school history in several offensive categories, including home runs.
Olt said he didn't text Springer because he didn't want his pal to feel an obligation to respond on such a busy day, so he instead sent a welcoming tweet, "Big congrats to @gspringer_4 for the callup. Knew from the first scrimmage at Uconn, he was going to be special #legkick #HuskyNation"
Big congrats to @gspringer_4 for the call up. Knew from the first scrimmage at Uconn he was going to be special #legkick #HuskyNation- Mike Olt (@mike_olt) April 16, 2014
"I know what he's going through today," said Olt, who was first called up by the Rangers in 2012. "It's an overwhelming experience. We'll definitely catch up soon.
"I'm sure he had a night game last night and probably didn't get any sleep. There's just a lot on his mind and definitely a lot of nerves going on. He'll be busy the next couple of days, which is awesome."


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MILTON, Ont. - A woman in Ontario is facing a mischief charge after police received more than a dozen false 911 calls.
Police in Halton Region, west of Toronto, say 17 calls were made, starting in September, and involved a wide array of fabricated emergency situations in the town of Milton.
It's alleged that the caller took a number of steps to mask the person's identity, including the use of digital voice alteration and unassigned phones.
After an investigation, police say they identified a suspect and executed a search warrant at a Milton residence on Tuesday.
Sarah Taylor, 33, of Milton is charged with public mischief.
Police say they take false or unintended 911 calls very seriously and warn they can jeopardize the safety of responding officers and other callers who have legitimate emergencies.


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How to be a better sailor
The best thing about sailing is that there's always more to be learned. Here are some ideas to start you on your way.
Try a different kind of sailing
Does banging around the buoys get your blood flowing? Or is a leisurely daysail more your pace? Whatever kind of sailing you do, change it up.
Offer to race on a Wednesday night beer can race or a casual weekend race at the local yacht club (you don't have to be a member to sail with someone). If you already race, give a weekend cruise a shot. Charter companies offer boats in many popular cruising areas that may be close to home. This will give you a shot at practicing your navigation and anchoring skills. Head out for a daysail and play around with the sail configuration. Enjoy sailing without an agenda. Keep your ears open for opportunities to help with long-distance deliveries. Skippers are often looking for able-bodied, responsible sailors to crew for deliveries and it's a great way to gain experience sailing at night and standing watch. Or maybe even get out of the keelboat and into a dinghy, where you alone are responsible for every move the boat makes.
Look for different sailing opportunities on ASA's Go Sailing app, which connects skippers and potential crew.
Every kind of sailing—and clearly there are many—offers different experiences and uses different skills. You'll give your sailing muscles a workout by broadening your horizons and you might just discover a new kind of sailing that you love.
Join a club
Sailing opportunities often come through friends, so it makes sense to get more sailing friends and a great way to do that is to join a sailing club, yacht club or community sailing program and be social.
Let's be honest: For sailors, the next best thing to sailing is talking about sailing. And if some of what is discussed may amount to little more than exaggerated seas stories, it's still a good way to get fired up for your own sailing adventures. But it's also a good way to learn what kinds of sailing others in your club are doing. It's also a great way to help out around boats, which offers invaluable learning experiences on boat maintenance. Helping out an owner or the club bosun is likely to gain you favor that may pay off in greater sailing opportunities.
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A man rescued after spending a week at sea says he had nothing to do with his grandfather's 2013 unsolved slaying and didn't harm his missing mother.
Twenty-two-year-old Nathan Carman told The Associated Press on Wednesday that the fishing boat he was in with his mother sank within a matter of minutes. Carman was rescued Sunday. His mother, Linda Carman, 54, of Connecticut, is missing and presumed dead.
Carman told the AP by telephone that after water began pouring into his boat, he saw his mother in the cockpit. He said he grabbed survival gear, then looked back and she was gone.
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He said he was like a son to his grandfather, who was slain in Connecticut.
Carman was lost at sea for more than a week before he was found alive on a life raft Sunday by a Chinese freighter about 100 nautical miles south of Martha's Vineyard.
Police searched Carman's Vermont home earlier this week, removing an Internet modem, a SIM card and a letter he wrote. An affidavit shows that authorities believed they would find evidence relating to the presumed death of his mother.
"I saw a lot of lights going around the building and in and out of the door," said neighbor Jessica Boudreau of the search. "I think it's crazy that he lost his mother on such a small boat and he couldn't get her on and find her."
Neighbor Mike Iozzi spoke with Carman when he was repairing the boat, and he said he was all business, showing little emotion.
"Strange," Iozzi said. "Strange."
Iozzi went on to say Carman spent most of that Saturday working on his boat. At one point, Iozzi said his friend asked Carman if he wanted something to eat.
"When Nancy offered him a sandwich, a meatball sandwich, he said he didn't want any bread," he said. "Not that that is so strange, but then she said, 'how about a water?' 'I don't drink water.' Just thought that was a little strange"
"Myself and my mom were fishing on Block Canyon and there was a funny noise in the engine compartment," Carman said to rescue crews in audio released by the Coast Guard. "I looked and saw a lot of water."
Carman returned to dry land Tuesday. He faced more questions from the Coast Guard, then went back to the Vermont home with his father. The search warrant was executed the night before.
Court paperwork released along with the search warrant shows that Alfred E. Bucco, a lieutenant with the South Kingstown Police Department in Rhode Island, believed "evidence relating to the crime of RIGL 46-22-9.3 {Operating so as to endanger, resulting in death} will be located inside Nathan's residence."
Authorities have not named Carman a suspect in his mother's disappearance. The search has been called off and she is presumed dead.
Neighbors call Carman quiet and say he is rebuilding the farm home.
Back in December of 2013, Carman's maternal grandfather, real estate developer John Chakalos, was shot to death at his home in Windsor, Connecticut. His killing has not been solved.
A source close to the investigation told NBC Connecticut that Nathan Carman is being called a person of interest in the death. At the time, he was living one town away in Bloomfield.


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Lipscomb got a favorable own-goal but couldn't hold on against Eastern Illinois, ultimately falling to the Panthers 2-1 in Charleston, Thursday evening.
"I saw good things both offensively and defensively," said head coach Charles Morrow. "Things are coming together, we just didn't get the result today."
Eastern Illinois (4-4-0) got on the board early with a 12th-minute goal from the Panthers Will Butler. Tayron Martin and Jake Brillhart assisted on the goal, combining for a cross into the box right in front of the Bisons net and past freshman AJ Schlitt, who made his first career start for the Bisons.
It was the fourth game in a row Lipscomb (1-6-2) has allowed a goal less than 15 minutes into the contest; the Bisons are 0-2-2 in those games.
Lipscomb would get an own goal in the 47th minute after the ball ricocheted off Mike Picinich and past keeper Evan Turner. It marked the second own-goal the Bisons have received in 2011.
"We fell short putting them under pressure tonight," Morrow said. "We can't keep getting caught up in bad calls and mistakes; we have to focus on getting the win."
Butler assisted on Eastern Illinois' winning goal in the 75th minute. He deflected a corner kick from Chris Boswell to Johnathan Hinds, who put it past Lipscomb's Brent McGee for the goal.
McGee and Schlitt each played a half for the Bisons; both allowed a goal and made two saves in their 45 minutes of work. McGee also picked up a yellow card, one of three for the Bisons.
The Panthers were whistled for offsides 10 times, compared to one for the Bisons.
"To be honest, it felt like EIU just wanted it a bit more today," Morrow said. "We had individual performances, but not a strong team one."
The Bisons will try to rebound Sunday when they travel to SIU-Edwardsville for a 7 p.m. match with the Cougars. Lipscomb begins its conference season next weekend with matches against USC Upstate (Sept. 30, 6 p.m.) and ETSU (Oct. 2, 12 noon).
Check back on Lipscombsports.com for more information on the Bison soccer team, and be sure to follow us on Twitter (@LUMSoccer) and like us on Facebook (Lipscomb University Men's Soccer Team).


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I never thought I'd say this but I'm so impressed with this little makeup set from Strictly. Strictly have brought out a whole range of makeup palettes – this one is the Beautiful Look Book 'For the belle of the ballroom!'.
The palette contains 3 Eye Shadows in Soft Gold, Berry Rose and Chocolate Brown, 3 Lip Glosses and a Blush. Plus a pull out 'How To' for help with creating the look.
I have been using this quite a lot recently as I completely adore the eye colours – gorgeous goldy bronzey shades that blend beautifully for a soft, smouldering smoky eye. I am not the best at makeup (!) but I have absolutely loved wearing these shades.
The blusher is another fave. It has amazing gold tones in it that give you that soft airbrushed glow and beautifully highlight the cheekbones.
I haven't really used the glosses yet because I can't put down my Daniel Sandler Super Gloss in 'Super Bare, but here they are swatched and they look very pretty indeed.
This would be the perfect palette to take travelling with you, to save you from carrying tonnes of different products and I promise it won't leave you looking like one of the over made up BBC dancers!
It costs just £10 and is available exclusively from Boots, along with a fully comprehensive range, with prices rising to £40 for the Strictly Fab-u-lous Illuminating Cosmetics Case. I am thinking Christmas! It's included in the 3 for 2s at Boots right now too.


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The Afters Light Up the Sky with Latest
- 2010 14 Sep
Artist: The Afters
Title: Light Up the Sky
Label: INO Records
The Afters debut most accessible album of band's career ...
Line-up changes are never easy, and oftentimes, instead of embracing a new season, bands begin to lose sound direction for their art. Add to that, the loss of a longtime manager and friend taken by cancer, and anyone would acknowledge that The Afters had plenty of cause to put out mediocre fare. The band had every reason to raise the white flag of surrender. However, instead of releasing a record just to satisfy radio or meet a label deadline, Josh Havens & Co. recorded the best album of their career.
The band has shed the grunge rock sounds of its former days and crafted 10 songs that fall in line with modern-day Top 40, songs so contemporary they can hardly be classified as "rock." Longtime fans, however, will not be disappointed, because the accessibility of these songs makes every melody infectious. Each song is glossy and slick thanks to the prowess of longtime friend and producer Dan Muckala (MercyMe, Brandon Heath), who has worked with the band on all of its previous efforts. Muckala's resume, which includes a laundry list of mainstream pop acts, shimmers on Light Up the Sky.
From the first affecting drumbeats of lead single and title track "Light Up the Sky" to the sunny chorus of "I Am Yours," listeners are immediately drawn in by the accessibility of these songs. Two listens through, and you're singing every word. The layered harmonies, hinted at on The Afters' sophomore release, Never Going Back to OK, take center stage, converse to the heavier rock sounds of previous albums. For the rock aficionados, "Start Over" and "We Won't Give Up" will please and are likely to provide some killer live performances, but the majority of the tracks fall squarely into the category of what the band calls "artful pop."
"Life Is Sweeter" and "Say It Now" reveal a new maturity, filled with experimental sounds and lyrics that deal with the hardships faced by the band in recent years. "Lift Me Up" speaks to the band members' unflinching faith in times of trial and contains inter-woven harmonies that easily help produce one of the stand-out tracks of the album.
The Afters have the art of crafting fine-tuned pop hits down to a science. Light Up the Sky is the result of not only a band being reborn, but of a group of men maturing and expressing their lessons of faith through exquisite three-minute pop gems. Light Up the Sky will garner The Afters a whole new set of fans who have yet to discover the genius of this band.
Check out The Afters music videos at Godtube.com.
**This review first published on September 14, 2010.


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The following activities will help students to appreciate the experience of living on Little Cranberry Island and Baker Island, and to compare that way of life to the experiences of early settlers in their own community.
Activity 1: Living on an Island
After each group has made a case for island living, have the groups research everyday life in the early 1800s for people living in their own community or region. Then ask one group to describe the similarities of life in their community to the life of the Hadlocks and the Gilleys, while the other group should point out differences.
Activity 2: Local History
Explain to students that individual family histories combine to make local history and local histories are part of our national heritage. Ask students to write about their current lives or a current issue as if they were writing in 2050. How will what is happening now look as history? Remind students that today's events and lives are the history of the future.


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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
This museum is one of the most-visited presidential museums in the nation where visitors can experience the entire Lincoln story under one roof, from Abe's humble beginnings in an Indiana log cabin to his days as president in the White House. Be dazzled by two special effects theaters featuring historical ghosts and a Civil War battlefield, life-like vignettes that depict important moments in the president's life, and artifacts that range from Lincoln's stovepipe hat to an original copy of the Gettysburg Address.
Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site
The Tomb is the final resting place of President Lincoln, his wife and three of their four children. It was constructed between 1869-1874 in Springfield's Oak Ridge Cemetery. Be sure to rub the nose of the bronze Lincoln bust at the entrance, which is said to bring good luck. Dogs are allowed on the site; they are not allowed inside the monument. Dogs must be under their owner's control, leashed, and cleaned up after at all times.
Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site
Step back in time and explore historic New Salem just as Lincoln knew it. This meticulously reconstructed 1830s village is where Lincoln lived as a young adult, studied law and began politics. Everything from the people to the blacksmith's workshop gives visitors a glimpse into what pioneer life was really like when young, burly Abe was throwing down his axe. Open 7 days a week.
Lincoln Home National Historic Site
Get an intimate look at Lincoln during a tour of the Lincoln Home, the only house he ever owned. The Lincoln family lived here from 1844 until they left for Washington. The Lincoln Home is located in a historic four-block neighborhood that looks much as it did in the mid-1800s, complete with wooden sidewalks. A visitor center and restored neighboring homes display exhibits that tell the story of Lincoln's time spent with his wife, children and friends in Springfield.
Apple River Fort State Historic Site
Apple River Fort State Historic Site, located in Elizabeth, Illinois, is the site of one of the battles fought during the Black Hawk War. Black Hawk and his 200 warriors attacked the hastily erected fort on June 24, 1832. His story and that of the early settlers are told.
Chicago Trolley and Double Decker Co.
We operate Chicago's premier Hop On Hop Off ® city sightseeing tours in the classic red & green Trolleys and fun-filled Double Decker buses. We also offer private group transportation for special events such as weddings, parties, and corporate outings. For 19 years the Hop On Hop Off® sightseeing tour has been the gold standard for entertaining and informative tours. Covering 13 miles and 14 stops, the Signature Tour is an eye-popping adventure through the heart of Chicago, giving you the option of Hopping On and Off at your choice of stops to visit the hottest retail, cultural, and family attractions. Summer tours include neighborhood tours and night tours.
Every day for 12 weeks this summer, you'll be able to take a step back in time as you participate in a whole array of living history performances and programs that will both delight and educate about the Springfield Abraham Lincoln knew and loved for most of his life. From Civil War encampments to White House kitchen chats with Mr. Lincoln himself, there's something for everyone. Some events may have a fee.
Old State Capitol State Historic Site
The Old State Capitol is a reconstruction of Illinois' fifth statehouse, the first to be located in Springfield. It is here that Lincoln practiced law, served as a legislator and gave his famed House Divided speech on slavery in 1858. The building served as the seat of state government and a center of Illinois political life from 1839-1876. The current State Capitol Building is the center of state government, where visitors can watch Illinois politics in action when the legislature is in session. Open 7 days a week.
View over 40 outdoor interpretive exhibits placed throughout the downtown area to experience Springfield as Abraham Lincoln knew it. Each exhibit is intended to capture a moment in time for Lincoln and how he was affected by the people, places and events he encountered in his hometown. Each story is accompanied by graphics or photographs and a medallion that is symbolic of that particular story. Visitors are encouraged to collect rubbings of each medallion.
J.E. Robinson Underground Railroad Tours
In the early 1800s, Alton became a safe haven for slaves escaping from the bonds of slavery. Because of the area's neighboring slave state of Missouri, runaways found refuge in the free land surrounding Alton. The tunnels of the Underground Railroad run deep beneath the streets along the "Alton Route." The area was a major stop along the Underground Railroad, hiding slaves in caves, barns and basements throughout Alton, Otterville and Jerseyville. Hear the slave's tales, feel their fear and learn about Alton's remarkable past on an Underground Railroad Tour. Tours available by appointment only.
Stay the night at the DeSoto House Hotel on Galena's Main Street, which dates back to 1855 and is Illinois' oldest operating hotel. The DeSoto has hosted such notable guests as Abraham Lincoln (who spoke from a hotel balcony to the assembled crowd below) and served as the presidential campaign headquarters for Ulysses S. Grant. The hotel features 55 Victorian-style guest rooms, three restaurants and boutiques.
Ulysses S. Grant Home State Historic Site
This Italianate home was presented to U.S. Grant in 1865 and opened to the public in 1904. Furnishings original.
Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices State Historic Site
This is the only remaining structure where Abraham Lincoln maintained working law offices. Lincoln and his final law partner, William Herndon, operated from the top floor of the building from 1843 to 1852. Filled with clutter and makeshift furniture, the offices draw a vivid picture of what a normal day was like for Lincoln and Herndon. Today the building includes a visitor center, federal courtrooms and attorney offices. ***Closed for historic renovation. Plans are to reopen in late 2015 with a restored dry good store, Lincoln's law office and federal court exhibits.***
Stroll downtown Springfield and check out shops that carry everything from Lincoln souvenirs to one-of-a-kind jewelry and fresh-made fudge. Downtown is also host to many events and festivals throughout the year.
The Obama family home is a lovely red brick manse located on a tree-lined street in the historic Kenwood neighborhood, near the University of Chicago. Chicago Neighborhood Tours regularly offers tours of the area.
Spirits of Bloomington Historic Ghost Tours
The Spirits of Bloomington Historic Ghost Tours feature guides dressed as President Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd Lincoln who reveal fascinating tales, myths and paranormal accounts of McLean County.
"Lincoln: History to Hollywood," an exhibition of sets, costumes and props from the Steven Spielberg's Academy Award-winning film "Lincoln," has opened at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum complex, located in downtown Springfield, Illinois. Items of note in the exhibit include Lincoln's office set, a vignette of Mary Lincoln's bedroom, Lincoln's gloves, Tad Lincoln's tin soldiers, and the rocking chair where President Lincoln sat with Tad. Most of the furniture pieces in the exhibit are antiques from the Civil War era, not reproductions. The exhibits are on long-term loan from Spielberg and DreamWorks Studio. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum features more than 40,000 square feet of galleries, theatres and historic displays that takes visitors on a journey from Lincoln's humble beginnings through his Presidency. The "Lincoln: History to Hollywood" exhibit will be located in Union Station, across the street from the presidential museum.
Old State Capitol-Illinois Tourist Information Center
Located in the Old State Capitol where Abraham Lincoln gave his "House Divided" speech. Here you'll find tourism information for the whole state. Many free events and performances throughout the year.
Lincoln & Civil War Legacy Trail
Walk in the footsteps of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln, and Civil War soldiers from both North and South. Experience the life of young Lincoln as a lawyer, duelist and orator. It was here that the final Lincoln-Douglas Debate took place, with the issue of slavery on the minds of spectators. It was here that Confederate soldiers were held captive, died and were buried. It was here that Alton resident and U.S. Senator Lyman Trumbull authored the 13th Amendment, putting an end to slavery in the United States. Experience the 11 historic sites interpreted along the Lincoln & Civil War Legacy Trail.
Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home and Visitors Center
Tour the restored home that the Reagan family resided in from 1920-1923, and meander through the Visitor Center and Gift Shop which features books and gifts highlighting the Reagan legacy. The tour includes the four-room Presidential Timeline exhibit and the viewing of a Reagan biographical video.
Pontiac's historic connections to Abraham Lincoln date back to Lincoln's early days as a young lawyer traveling the 8th Judicial District. Lincoln visited Pontiac many times, represented a number of local citizens in legal actions, and made connections here that helped him to rise to prominence in state and national politics. Nine outdoor story boards help tell the stories associated with Lincoln's many visits to Pontiac. Pick up a map at the Visitor Center.
Elihu B. Washburne House State Historic Site
Elihu B. Washburne was a prominent Galena attorney and later a popular U.S. Congressman (1853-1869), political advisor to Abraham Lincoln and Ulysses S. Grant and ambassador to France (1869-1877). Visit the Library where General Grant received the election night news via telegraph that he was elected as President. The house is a state historic site managed by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency and tours are given by the International Order of the Questers.
Abraham and Mary Lincoln maintained a family pew in their place of worship. You can quietly view the pew and beautiful Tiffany stained glass windows in the First Presbyterian Church.
Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site
The last home of Thomas and Sarah Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln's parents. It shares the site with the Sargent farm, an 1840's living history farm.


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When Steve Spurrier arrived at South Carolina questions arose as to just how quickly he could turn the perennial also-rans into legitimate contenders. As a an undying supporter of the Ball Coach (yeah, I got custom tags when he came to DC) I knew it would just be a matter of time. Unfortunately not everybody has been so quick to support the mercurial southerner. The loudest voice of
descent dissent obviously belongs to buffoon talking head, Lee Corso. On an episode of College Gameday the blustering ex-coach vocalized his thoughts, "I don't think Spurrier can win the SEC or National Title! I don't care if he coaches here 400 years!" Well Steve Spurrier and the South Carolina faithful weren't about to take that shit lying down. Yep, they made a video...and a website!
The 3 1/2-minute video featuring Spurrier was rolled out with some fanfare and shown on the scoreboard to fans prior to the season opener in an effort to inspire the Gamecock Nation to see better times ahead. The theme of this new era in Gamecock football is, "The Game Is On."
USC athletic director Eric Hyman explained this is an effort to "brand" the term and get Gamecock fans excited about the future. The presentation referred USC fans to a website "www.letsshowcorso.com."
"Fans will have a chance to throw footballs at Lee Corso's head," Hyman said of the interactive site where an animated Blake Mitchell (USC quarterback suspended for the opening game) throws balls at the sports network star. "You're going to see other things come out of this. This is the starting point. You'll see."
One day we'll all be able to throw footballs at Lee Corso's real head. We can only hope he's not wearing some mascot's outfit at the time.


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Welcome Back
This month's stash dive includes the following mixed media items.
- Creative Lettering book by Jenny Doh
- Winsor & Newton Drawing ink
- Dip Pen
- Zig Writter
- Zig Art & Graphic pens
- Zig Wink of Stella
Growing up I was a huge fan of lettering and spent hours playing with different letter styles. Over the years I've built quite a collection of different pens and so I invested in Jenny Doh's book for more ideas for lettering for my art & journalling pages.
The inks were due to the purchase of a dip pen and the wish to find an ink that would work over the top of acrylic paint. I'm especially looking for a white ink. I'll share the results of my experiments and review some of these products on the blog too.
Will you be joining me this month? What will you create from your stash?
Best wishes and thanks for reading, see you soon
Billie 🙂


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ACR Recovery Car Breakdown Recovery and Delivery Services in Harpenden, Hertfordshire.
ACR provides a friendly professional competitively priced service for all of your vehicle recovery and delivery needs. 365 days a year ACR Recovery specialised services include; accident recovery / breakdown assistance / roadside recoveries / transportation / safe delivery of you and your vehicle to a destination of your choice. We pride ourselves in being the lowest priced local fully insured service. Over 20 years experience within the motor trade industry. Our skilled friendly breakdown recovery Harpenden, Hertfordshire team are just a phone call away.


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Dr S Bhaumik & Dr S A AhmedJubilee Health Centre1 Upper Russell StreetWednesburyWest Midlands, WS10 7ARTel: 0121 556 4615
One in three of us will get cancer and it's the toughest thing most of us will ever face. If you've been diagnosed with cancer, or a loved one has, you'll want a team of people in your corner supporting you every step of the way. Macmillan provide practical, medical and financial support and push for better cancer care.
Marie Curie Cancer Care is a UK charity dedicated to the care of people with terminal cancer and other illnesses. Over the financial year 2010/11, we reached a total of 31,799 patients
Youthhealthtalk enables young people, their family and friends, and professionals such as doctors and teachers to understand young people's experiences of health, illness and life in general. The website feature real-life accounts of issues such as effect on work and education, social life and relationships, consulting health professionals and treatment.
At Jubilee Health Centre in Wednesbury the doctors and nurses take pride in offering the highest standard of patient-centred healthcare. We run many clinics for chronic disease care and offer a wide variety of other medical services such as antenatal and postnatal care, minor surgery, childhood vaccinations and well-person check-ups.
In addition to everything you need to know about the practice you will also find a wealth of health-related information in the menu on the right hand side. Please have a look around and do send us some feedback if you like.
Care Quality Commission visited the practice on 15/04/19 where upon inspection the practices overall ratings was good.
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Developing huge multiplayer online games (MMOs), social games, and virtual worlds for browsers and mobile devices is no easy feat. It can be time consuming, costly, and usually requires multiple skill sets and significant resources.
With the increasing demand for online games, 2010 Adobe MAX Awards finalist, Electrotank, a provider of real-time multiplayer games and game technology, developed the Electrotank Universe Platform (EUP) and Tool Suite to significantly streamline and solidify the process. Built using the Adobe Flash Platform, EUP provides an end-to-end solution that gives developers, designers, and artists the tools they need to collaborate to build unique and immersive games in Flash and Unity 3.
EUP, which has been licensed to build more than a dozen full-featured MMOs and virtual words for clients such as Ubisoft, Mattel, and MTV Networks, provides a comprehensive framework for building MMOs, social games, and virtual worlds. For example, the system comes with a core set of integrated game services that can be extended to create custom features and game mechanics, and exposes this custom functionality via an easy-to-use set of content and operations tools. The system also comes with the option to use Electrotank's proprietary rendering Engine (for Flash clients) and AvGen, Electrotank's unique approach to rendering 2D avatars in Flash.
The EUP Tool Suite was built with the Adobe Flash Platform, specifically Adobe Flash Builder, Adobe AIR, and the Adobe Flex framework, to allow developers to provide a sleek interface that was flexible enough to dynamically conform the custom needs of each game built using EUP, and could be used by creative and development teams working on different types of hardware from remote locations.
EUP, the Tool Suite, along with Adobe Flash technologies, have helped developers drastically reduce time, risk and cost associated with game creation, as well as by increasing revenue opportunities. Also, Electotank has found that the enterprise, business and military sectors have expressed interest in their technology for training, communications and product development purposes.
To find out more about how the Electrotank's EUP and Tool Suite leverages Adobe Flash technologies, visit here.


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