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Looks like a pretty solid team, I'll probably back it soon.

In a sudden fit, I pledged Orion Trail in the final hours. I also jumped on Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander, which looks much better than it sounds.

Words definitely have power, let's not try and pretend they don't. Etymology changes, that's a simple fact of life.

Hah, I just noticed Cant is back to mod status. Poor SOB.

Bit of a sad update from the JA:F team, er, person:

I do think Sam Bradford has the ability to be a top tier QB. But yeah, still a head scratcher.

There is a major difference in pronunciation between Niger and the slur. It makes a world of difference how you say things. Every year I teach 7th graders about the Niger River.

Super excited for Vincent D'Onofrio as kingpin. I agree he play more crazy, but I don't care, he's fantastic at it.

I certainly don't trust Iran, but that is a ridiculous thing to say. It's up there with the folks who compare the US to an Imperial power of the 19th century.

I'm hoping for around 30 hours. I'm too busy for anything more.

Hey, you were looking to change anyways!

Typically the classroom management is what drives people out of education, because you are basically dealing with a hostile audience for about 180 days a year. Thankfully my soul is nourished by the pain and suffering of middle schoolers. You get a lot of different situations when subbing, and really it is up to the sub to make the most of the situation. I subbed for two years before becoming a teacher. Many of my one day assignments were simple, but as I became better known to teachers and administrators, they would challenge me with more involved assignments. For example, I did all the lesson planning when I took over a kindergarten class for 8 weeks, and came up with a few of my own activities that fit my personality. I also got to assess student speeches once, and that was memorable.

I agree with everything you are saying except your analysis of the US Executive Branch. It is very limited. Even when one party controls congress and the presidency, they can barely get anything done. Just look at the Affordable Care Act, which is basically the one big program Obama has pushed during his time in office. It's a bureaucratic mess that has faced roadblocks and rewrites every step of the way. One big part of limiting executive power is the fact that each state operates independently, meaning when the President wants to make a big change, he has to deal with 50 different states reacting to it.

I like Channing Tatum, but he's not a Ghostbuster. They've already failed on the casting. The women one will be superior.

But that's an issue that the US avoids by: 1. Term limits 2. Limited executive power 3. Having a group that trashes the President no matter what he does, regardless of party. It works surprisingly well.

Teaching is definitely not for everyone, and there are some tough schools that will basically chew you up, but it does have its benefits. I'd recommend getting your substitute credential, all you need to do is pass the easy CBEST and apply at a few districts. There is a shortage of decent subs in the Bay Area, so you can get plenty of work, and it will give you an idea of what it is like. Gromnir, when I was last involved in a Native American studies class (which was about a decade ago) I had a professor who had written a few books on different tribes on the West Coast. He basically said that American Indian is just as good as Native American, because really most people would rather be called by their tribe name and don't care about the general label.

Wals tends to get busy with work as a government assassin. He should be back soon, now that Boris Nemtsov is dead.

I have no idea what you guys are talking about, but I like it.

For Shady, who is thinking about getting a WiiU to replace his PS4, just be aware that the WiiU does not play DVD's at all. I was a bit bummed by that, as I was hoping to set it up in the family room and have it be an all purpose entertainment device for the kids. Also MLB The Show comes out at the end of the month, which is my main reason for owning the PS4. Best sports game ever.

My kids loved Hotel Transylvania, so it did hit the market audience appropriately. It's one of my daughter's favorites.

I replayed arcanum with the widescreen mod a couple years ago, it looks pretty good actually. So I don't think we need a remake. I did enjoy the universe and would love another game in it, but I'm not sure who owns the IP. The music is top notch.

So I've gotten into my second playthrough after stalling out the first time. It is still a very impressive and engaging game, this time I need to just stick to the storyline more so I don't get burnt out searching for mosaic pieces and plants.

As Gromnir said (I think) it is about making a lifestyle change, which is hardly a simple thing to do. Sure, the concept is simple, but actually changing everything around you and positioning yourself for success is incredibly tough. As I've said a few time before, Woldan will have an easier time understanding all this stuff when he hits his thirties. Maybe he will lead a charmed life and have great metabolism, injury recovery time, and less responsibilities in life, but I doubt it.

I kind of take it for granted that most people don't trust politicians. It made me wonder the other day, does Oby have complete trust in Putin?

Well I guess that explains why Jillian Michaels keeps quitting the show.