Question: Another Look Into The Expulsion Of The Acadians

I've read a number of books on the plight of the Acadian people, primarily the works of Carl Brasseaux, Barry Ancelet and Shane K. Bernard.  This is the first work that I've read by Geoffrey Plank.  In my private readings, I've come to consider Brasseaux the primary source of early Acadian history(pre-Grand Derangement up until the very late 1800's), Bernard the expert on the modern Cajun experience and Ancelet the key force in learning the growth and evolution of Cajun culture over the years.  Plank, at least in this book, focuses his energies on the events just prior to and immediately after the British removal of the Acadians in Nova Scotia.

Plank spends quite a bit of time explaining the relationship between the Mi'k Maq peoples and the Acadians in Canada.  He goes to great lengths to show that this strong relationship actually helped both groups survive well into the occupation of the British Empire.  He also shows how the British attempted to use the trust developed between the two groups against them.

When all is said and done, however, the Acadian people are successfully removed and the Mi'k Maq are silenced.  The Acadians are scattered throughout New England, many into indentured servitude, and families are broken up.  However, the bulk of this strong group of people manage to keep their much-despised Catholic faith and culture.  Some of them even make it back to Canada.

Plank doesn't explore the Acadians in Louisiana very much at all, but you can reference any of the aforementioned writers to get a grasp on that.  Remember, Cajun history doesn't begin and end in Louisiana, it started in France, carried over to Canada, and then was scattered up and down the eastern U.S. coast and my beloved Gulf Coast.  All the while, the Acadians faced prejudice and out-and-out bad luck, yet they still managed to survive where other cultures have buckled.

What Plank focuses on is researched and presented in a wonderful manner.  He went into an area of my ancestor's history that amazes me to no end.

Highly recommended to anyone hoping to learn more about this tragic moment in the history of the Acadians and the Mi'k Maq people, who, thanks to this book, I have a newfound respect for.

The "rubber" between the plastic tip and the metal post is a little too flexible which causes some inaccuracy with a heavy hand like mine.  Otherwise a very nice product.

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Question: Had it for a few months and it's running great. I'm not a computer pro at all I ...

Had it for a few months and it's running great. I'm not a computer pro at all I just wanted to play a few games with friends and this computer does the job.

If you have an e46 BMW, you should not be using off the shelf wipers.  These are the correct lengths - the driver's wiper is 23" long - longer than the 20" wiper on the passenger side.  Because of the long wiper, it will chatter unless it is supported at the bottom by the wiper arm.  These have the correct plastic clip that holds the blade fast to the wiper arm which keeps it from chattering.  You cannot substitute what BMW  requires.  After you get these, all you need from that point on are the wiper inserts which are considerably cheaper than the whole arm.  You never should have thrown away the original parts to begin with!

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Question: The Devil is Boring - See the Movie Instead

The main things going for this book are that
1) it's a crash course in the superficialities of the fashion magazine world (filled with lists of designer names and products), and
2) it's a exercise in vindictive voyeurism (because we may infer that Anna Wintour shares characteristics of the devil boss).

Beyond that, it is skimpy on plot, skimpy on characterization, and skimpy on good -- even fun -- writing. It's not terrible, as some reviewers have said. It's just not very good. Even the devil boss is not compellingly pictured. Although the boss is indeed unpleasant, I've known worse and more interesting bad bosses. I kept reading and reading (finally skipping whole paragraphs of repetitive and dull descriptions), looking for whatever made a publisher decide this was good enough for public consumption. Unfortunately, the author is not yet an accomplished novel writer. This tale would have been fine and just the right length as a Vanity Fair magazine article. But if you really must read the whole book, look for it in a thrift store. That's where my copy is going. FOOTNOTE: After learning that Meryl Streep took the part of the devil boss in the movie, I went to see the movie and enjoyed it. Sometimes the much-maligned Hollywood machine improves on a novel (e.g., Mash, Forrest Gump, The Firm).

When uploading my return, hackers stole my personal data.  I am currently in the process of cleaning my record with the IRS.

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Question: NIce desk for the money

The desk is nice and seems well made but was a pain to put together. Two of the pre drilled holes were off and we had to re drill. Other than that it is a nice desk.

This was a very good book.  Starts out with a woman find $10,000 in the sand on a beach.  One part of the mystery is not resolved but maybe it is in another book since this is part of a series.

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Question: Answers to great questions asked by every leader

Answers to great questions asked by every leader. John's evaluated experience brings insight and wisdom to every page. Highly recommended for every leader!

This is my second Samsung HDTV - I also own a rear projection DLP set that I bought about two and a half years ago. This set is superior in all respects but especially in showing non-HD stations and in the quality of the sound. I like the fact that the screen has a matte finish and can't imagine why anyone would spend another $500 more for the top of the line model.

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Question: Great collection for fans, material not new

The other reviewers gave pretty good summaries about the wide variety of stories, and I only have 2 things to add.

The story notes at the end were interesting as it gave insights as to the origins of many of the stories as well as indications as to which ones may be continued. But I do have a nit to pick. The blurb on the dust jacket states that much of the content is new. Absolutely wrong. By my count, according to the end notes, about 60% of the titles have been previously published. Also by page count over 70% have been previously published.

This novelette surprised me.  By reading the blurb, I wasn't aware it was a young adult book, but it was a fun ride.  The sweet sappiness, comical characters and predictable ending all make for a precious lunchtime read.

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Question: Not irritating like other reviewers claim

I was a little leery when reading review of people saying the waistband was rough and irritating to skin. But I bought anyway. Maybe they were buying a size too small, because mine fit and feel fine, very comfortable and no irritation. I wear a size 40 waist in pants, though they tend to be a little loose (I am probably more of a 39 - and slowly losing some). I bought the underwear size 36-38 (because 40-42 would be way too much I thought). The 36-38 on my 38-39 waist fits fine, not irritation, no tightness or anything. Very pleased.

I was hesitated for a while between 4 or 5 stars  Everything comes down to the remote batteries.
The shipping box was so huge I actually had to remove my front door in order to put this unit into my living room. BUT. The tv was so long we actually need to build a new livingroom cause we couldn't close the door.
BUT. Just to confirm every future buyers.
The two 2AA batteries are really included in the box.
It is two not one, cause you need two not tree.
And my remote is actually working cross the street. We moved out and live outside in front our home now. No place has left for us in the house. This tv is huge.

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Question: I love the sun and moon I ordered however it was ...

I love the sun and moon I ordered however it was scratched and missing some of the finish on the eyebrow.

The battery life is fine, but the volume is too limited.  I bought this to use outside by the pool, but its no louder than my cell phone. This speaker is definitely not worth $99.00 they charged me.  If I could return it is would.  It sucks!!!

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Question: I love James Patterson books

I love James Patterson books.  I have followed his Women's Murder series from 1 - 9 and getting ready to order the rest.  They keep you in suspense.

I was a fan of Pat Benatar and her hits. I had never bought her albums but had enjoyed her music when it was played on the radio. This is a great compilation of her hit songs.

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Question: it seemed like a marriage made in creative heaven but turned out ...

This book is seemingly much more about Kim and Thurston's relationship than the band itself-- other members are barely mentioned in passing, and while some songs are discussed (making for the most interesting part of the book) the band is mostly a backdrop to the plot of the relationship. And about that relationship, well, it seemed like a marriage made in creative heaven but turned out to be just as fraught and fragile as any other middle-aged person's marriage. If Kim and Thurston were not in an epic band together and were perhaps partners that owned a flower shop instead it'd be a dull read with a plot that could've been written by a million divorcees. But Kim and Thurston were in an epic band, therefore it's worth your time.

This Ram was perfect for my computer, just as advertised. It was shipped quickly and was easy to install. I recommend buying from this company.

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Question: Awesome tune up upgrade on 5.4L 3V Triton

I purchased a set of these to replace my existing COP units when I prepared for my 100K spark plug change on my '06 Expedition.  If you go through the labor to pull the "hard-to-reach" plugs you might swap out the coils as well!  These units work great in combination with the double platinum plugs and are less than 1/2 the price of OEM COP units!  Win-Win!  Thanks Amazon!  BTW these are made for both the 4.6L and 5.4L Triton 3 Valve engines... I had to dig around to make sure.  I bought one extra to have a spare on the shelf for the next 100K miles.

It is hard to. Knit as it separates. Also did not know there are 2 weight s of this yarn a.d I needed thicker one.
Also felt it was not a good value.

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Question: great idea, should make custom sizes...

Needs some adjusting on your part if your door is not exactly the right size but the fresh air is worth it!

I liked the lovers tension throughout the whole novel however I would have liked more interactions between the characters and less monologues

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Question: Very handy little heater

This is used in a small trailer and delivers plenty of heat. It is easy to ignite,carry and store. I recommend it.

I have used this book extensively in lecture preparations for an advanced graduate-level TEM course.  There has long been a need for such a book, which covers all aspects of electron interactions in materials with  extraordinary depth and clarity.  The book is remarkably well organized and  clearly written, with illustrations that actually illustrate rather than  distract.  I found it very readable, yet deep in its content.  Technical  issues are confronted directly, dealt with properly, and not overly  belabored.  This is definitely a "physicist's book"; people with  weak backgrounds in applied mathematics or quantum mechanics may want to  review these topics before plunging in.  But if you have the background,  you'll be pleased to know that someone has finally covered the subject the  way it should be covered.

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Question: good quality for what I paid.

Good quality for the price I paid. Console cover don't fit, but no biggie. The seat covers are snug and for the most part are exact match to contours of the seat. Thick material also is a plus as I think they will last awhile, if the stitching holds up. Happy with these covers.

It fits in my small, non traditional cabinets. Yeah! No more spices falling out, when reaching for one. It has made me realize, 30 spices is enough.

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Question: Good series of 3 books

Good series of 3 books, good characters and a pretty good plot.  I'd recommend the time to read this one!

Great truth that everyone should be aware of.  Read this book!

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Question: Fellowship with Demons

From this story you can deduce that these military personnel were speaking to the same entities through a Ouija Board as the Pentagon are dealing with for their space program and their expectations for the future. Ancient historians called them Demons.

This flashlight gives a wide range of illuminated area and is much brighter than regular flashlights at this price.  The three modes are a real plus, especially if one wants to use it for emergency purposes.  It also is a lighter weight flashlight making it easy to handle.

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Question: Klassen does it again!

Julie Klassen as transported me to regency England yet again. The author has a way of describing and building characters, settings, and plots to pull you in.  This is my new favorite Klassen book.  In the past I have whipped right through her books but decided to take my time and enjoy this one and its newness.  The only disappointment for me is that I have to wait a whole year for Julie to write another book....but on the other hand, she takes the time to travel and research her history, settings, and English culture for her books.

The package arrived later than expected and the cord was shorter than I thought it would be.  Though the size was in the details.

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Question: Performs as described

This charger works great for charging one or two iPhones at a time.  Zero issues!

The item worked well enough for the first day or 2.  Unfortunately the nut that tightens the swivel for the mount is very thing plastic and cracked with normal use.  The means that the Swivel may no longer be tightened down enough to hold my phone in place.  Overall good design with a critical flaw.

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Question: Best customer service ever!

This is the the best customer service I've had in my life!  The sell great bags really high quality and durable excelent designs and delivered on time as promised.
But what is the best, is that their customer service really care about clients. I had some issues and they emailed me to fix the problem and the representative was very nice. I'm a super happy customer! Recommend!

Very easy to assemble.  Very comfortable...good rock and swivel smoothly.  I liked these chairs because 1) I don't have to store chair pads, 2) the mesh fabric is cooler than pads in the summer, and 3) the front part of the chair seat (apron) tilts downward for leg comfort.  I have sat in chairs where this is cut evenly with the chair and it creates an uncomfortable line for the back of the thigh if you are wearing shorts...those chairs can also begin to ravel with wear.  The design of the seat of these chairs prevents that.  The weight is substantial enough that they will not blow over with wind gusts.

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Question: Really Nice Rock Solid

Just got it and love it.  This is an extremely sturdy unit, built to last.  Buttons, panels, inputs, slot loading: everything about it is durable.

Function seems to be great as well.  The keyboard input and remote are great features and (as professional gear) it is free from SCMS (and of course the "Music CD").  The gain controls (record level setting) are essential for proper transfers from analog material and seem to be very sturdy as well.  Separate knobs for each channel is a thoughtful approach and they have a nice feel.  Input controls are typically the achilles heel of any recording equipment (eventually the rheostats get dirty and start making noise on the source when you move them, though we may be beyond that nowadays), so we'll see about that in a few years.  I do hope they are as well made as the rest of it.

This is pro quality equipment and would be equally at home in a studio rack or in a high end system.  It has 24 bit converters and the quality and ease of recording is great.  While it will even play MP3's (though not sure why one would need it to), it has pitch control and will also do direct digital dubs.

Of course we can also put it in the rack in the home studio, but the bottom line for a lot of what I expect to be doing with it:  If you want a CD recorder to make lossless transfers from legacy analog sources (cassettes, LP's, etc.) this is the equipment to get.  It's worth paying a bit more than the pro-sumer products (and it's really not that much more here).  I have Sony pro-sumer stuff in my stereo system and this machine is WAY more solid than any of that.  Even the patch panel for inputs (in the back) is rock solid (far better than any home or pro-sumer equipment and even than most of the "pro" gear I've seen).  Some other brand may some esoteric specs that are a little better or a reputation, but if it breaks down all the time it's not functional and if it costs twice as much (at this price point) you'd really have to find some feature you absolutely had to have that this one doesn't to make that worthwhile.  They do make a model a step up from this that adds a few features, but I didn't really think it was anything I couldn't live without.  This machine does cost twice as much as the bottom of the line consumer recorders but what they packed into it is more than worth that (much smaller) difference.

Worst customer Service you can ever think of. - You will be on on hold for hours and then drop the line as you get sick of waiting on line for customer service which appears that they intentionally make you wait for hours so that you drop the call. I have tried this six times in the last week time span and every time have to drop the line after more than an  hour of wait getting frustrated.

Get the device but don't expect any help for issues which you will encounter frequently such as calls not getting through, the other person can't hear you etc, etc.

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Question: Great combination of strength

Tough and effective workout. Great combination of strength, balance while keeping the heart rate up the whole time. Not for beginners.

Received product open with the filler already dry and unusable. It would be great the product was checked before packaging.

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Question: Great Power in a Compact Size

This portable charger is perfect for short trips (1-2 nights). I took it backpacking and was able to completely recharge my iphone and apple watch twice. I was running GPS tracking software, which uses up a lot of iphone battery. But, there was no need to worry because this little charger did the job of restoring all of my devices. And, it is much lighter to carry then many other portable charges out there. I also used it to recharge my iphone while air traveling. It worked great to recharge my devices on an hour flight. Anker customer service is also great. They answered many of my questions and seem to really want you to be happy with their products. For this device, you need to press the button at the charging end for it to start charging. While, yes, it only charges one device at a time; this really is no problem for me. And the lightweight and compactness of it make it very easy to travel with. It offers you the ability to have your iphone, etc. full of power to take all the photos you want and run other programs. I highly recommend it.

I've tried all kinds of cat treats, but this is the one my cats love the best!

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Question: Be wary, extremely over priced for the quality and finish of the product.

Received the first package, was very hesitant on ordering this as it's expensive though it looks great in the pictures.  This is a product obviously made over seas, I don't think we manufacture anything anymore in the USA.  The quality and fit and finish is abysmal.  And not properly examining each piece, I started to assemble immediately.  Went to put the back piece on (part C) and discovered that it was only drilled on one side not both!  The dowels were not the right size for the majority of the holes.  And the two side panels had cracks, they seem to glue in the finish panels on the side and on both the A side pieces the panels were cracked you could see light through them, the stain was uneven and poorly applied with many spots with little to no coverage.  Over all I rate this a complete waste of money.  For this price I expected a much better more finished piece of furniture.  I have requested a replacement through Amazon.  If the next one arrives without issue I will write a new review.  But be wary, this is cheap over seas furniture that obviously is counting on the picture and our blind love of our animals to overlook the cheapness of the finished product.  Very disappointed.

Jim Butcher has a knack for writing Harry Dresden's life history.  I love how he let's you hurt with him and experience one twist after another.

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Question: Great series...if only there were more

I loved this series, I'm buying it to preserve it for posterity - well, as long as they're making DVD players anyway.

I only despair that no more episodes were made. It gets left at a pretty crucial point in Henry's timeline, and I would've liked to see how that storyline played out.

Size is too small even though large size was ordered. They seem to have size problem while production line. I gave it my son.

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Question: Great for kids with sinus issues / allergies

My kids have a lot of allergies and we live in a dusty environment. As such, a sinus rinse is a good way to keep them healthy (or healthier). This kit is the complete kit include packets and the squeeze bottle. Refill salt packets can be purchased separately.

My kids were not huge fans initially, but now my  son, who is 8, has been doing this for about 2 years. It is hard to tell if it works in terms of reducing his sinus infections, but  we're prepared to keep trying and he doesn't complain about it!

The SodaStream Sodamix Syrup  is great and very convenient when you have company and need more drinks and don't need to go to the store also it doesn't have any aspartame in it .

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Question: These are the nicest head phones I have purchased.

The first thing I noticed with the Altec Lansing UHP326 BackBeat Titanium noise-isolating earphones when I opened it was that the cord was encased in a fabric.  How I wished I would have purchased these for my boys instead of the ones I purchased last month because the boys are great at getting their cords wrapped up like a twisted rubber band.  I will very likely be getting these for them next time they need earphones!!

The ear buds fits perfectly to seal out any noice from the outside (sometimes too well if you are trying to keep tabs on your children).  The sound is surprisingly good for the price... the best sound that I have heard from ear buds.  I am not usre if that is because the buds fit so nicely or if the fidelity of the bud speakers are really that good.

While I have only had them for about three weeks, I am very impressed.  The longevity of the earphones will let me know if I will get them again... but so far, they are great!

I'm currently engaged and eager for all the advice and wisdom that I can get. I'll admit, I bought this book mainly because I'm a big Oprah fan, and any friend of Oprah's is a friend of mine.

I found the book to be pretty inspiring-- particularily the chapter on the importance of vows. The worksheets were helpful and made me really think about my values and views in a way that I hadn't quite done ever with my fiance.

My only complaint is that I found the book a little.. negative towards husbands. Whenever Dr. Smith recants a story about a marriage gone wrong, the husband was always the do-wronger. I found it to be quite exhausting.

That one issue aside, I did find it to a worth while read and would recommend it.

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Question: Proporta 5000 turbo charger

Altough the charger took a  little longer then I had thought, but it  did come before the time I was told it would come. And I love it, I like the way you can charge two different things at one time. Its also chargers real quickly.

This guide begins with preparation advice and tracks the experiences of a family's cruising voyage across the Pacific. It is written in a pleasant, often entertaining narrative style interspersed with useful information and insights. While not a comprehensive destination guide, it does provide a good starting point for most places of interest with references to further information you will require. It will assist you in understanding the types of experiences you can expect of Pacific Cruising. We would recommend it as a nice overview and starting point for new cruisers contemplating a similar voyage with similar timelines. We received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
SV Tuuletar (Reviewing Western Pacific, New Zealand & Australia where we have also sailed.)

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Question: it's good for a game like DotA or Starcraft but I ...

Mouse is okay...it just feels off for small movements. All in all, it's good for a game like DotA or Starcraft but I definitely would not use this mouse for a shooter like Overwatch or CS:GO which require a little more precision.

I so so love all the command products, cna apply, change put somewhere else, no holes, no muss, no fuss...love them

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Question: This must be a youth shirt and it fits like an extra small

I wear mediums all the time and I have plenty of room in M shirts.  This must be a youth shirt and it fits like an extra small...  stay away.

We got this as a trash can for our bathroom because our dogs light to knock over any trash can they can. This is such a great looking trash can and is small enough that it can fit beside any toilet. Great buy well worth the money

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Question: A Study of a Modern Day Apache Community

Basso offers us a survey of Apache history before detailing the current life of a modern Apache community in Arizona. He covers well social life based on kinship, and then explores econonmic and political life. Throughout, he uses his knowledge of the Apache language to give us better insight into Apache thought especially useful for understanding their religion.
The book was widely used in anthropology courses as part of the Holt, Rinehart case studies series, but it serves the general reader well.  ernestschuskycom/aboiut-the-author

We had another coffee grinder--used it all the time.  Someone told me how much better the grind can be with a burr grinder for French press coffee.  They were right!  The grounds are perfect every time!  No whole beans or chunks of beans leftover.  Love it!

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Question: Great product for a great price.... then not a great price.

I used to get our dog food from COSTCO, their food was really good quality and my dogs love it, and my pocket too.
Some months a go they stop eating that food and 2 shepherds start to have ugly rashes and scabs, i was really concerned,
then i switch to Nutro Ultra, The Rash is gone, skin is healed, their coat shining again and the best part they are eating happy.

My only problem is with Amazon, Last bag 30 pounds was 44.00 even with taxes (thank you politicians) was worth it to order online.
Now the package is 57.00 + Tax!!!!
Sorry, the ultra expensive Petsmart Sells the product cheaper than this.
Lets see if Amazon is able of commercialize real dog food.

Unless JBA has redesigned these headers, the #5 cylinder tube will interfere with the pitman arm if you have a steering box and the tube will have to be reworked.  Those with a rack and pinion may be fine.

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Question: Good Information, but Real Estate Brokerage is a Business

The book is okay and offers some good advice. However, the author references that becoming a real estate agent means you'll be working for a broker and that it's a job. I think that this is one of the biggest misperceptions espoused in the industry and is also very misleading. Real estate brokerage isn't a job, it's a business! This is very important to realize before entering the industry.

If you enter into an independent contractor (i.e. you get a 1099 at yearend) relationship with a broker, that broker is sponsoring you and you're a self-employed small business owner. The broker-agent relationship is really more like a partnership or franchise-franchisee type of relationship. So, congratulations! You're now the proud owner of your own real estate practice. However, if you enter into an employment relationship (i.e. you get a W2 at yearend) with a broker, that broker is your employer and you're an employee entitled to legal benefits.

You can be an independent contractor and an employee at the same time. It's a hybrid status that's legally recognized as "statutory employee." Examples include delivery drivers, corporate salespeople, etc.  In each case, you'll get a W2 at the end of the year, be entitled to worker's compensation, and other possible employee benefits - even though you're able to report your income/expenses like a 1099 independent contractor. In fact, if you're a 1099 and your "employer" treats you like an employee, you're considered an employee according to IRS standards and are legally entitled to receive employee benefits.

So, ensuring that you're classified properly is a big deal and should be discussed with prospective brokers during your initial interviewing. You need to know in the beginning what type of independent contractor you'll be because you may have to advise the broker and/or office manager that they can't treat you like an employee or you'll be entitled to benefits and that the firm may become exposed to fines due to misclassification. You'll be surprised to learn that many employers (in general) and managers aren't familiar with the employment laws. Although, real estate agents are usually "safe" from misclassification because we're considered statutory IC's, how you're treated still matters.

As a 1099 independent contractor, you'll be exposed to the same issues experienced by other small businesses and independent service professionals (e.g. quarterly estimated tax reports, income/expense management, business and marketing planning, proper capitalization, economic ups-and-downs, cash flow/profitability issues, etc). Knowing up front that you may be entering into the business world by becoming a real estate agent will put you way ahead of the curve and better position you for long-term career success.

Such a fun coffee cup to show off my latte or cappuccino concoctions.  I love that they come in multiple sizes as this coffee drinker needs the largest one first thing in the morning!  Easy to clean, durable yet attractive.

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Question: A bit dissapointed in quality of watering can

I got this to replace a very old watering can that has tiny holes in the bottom causing it to leak.  I like the looks of it, but it is a bit rough and it leaks around the seams on the arm.  I think the handle could be placed a bit further toward the arm as it tilts that way when filled so I have to hold the nozzle up so the water doesn't spill out the end.

The case is exactly how it appears. There are only 2 things I dislike about it. 1. the mute switch on the left side of the phone is covered and cannot be used unless the case is removed. 2. The charging port on the cover is too small for my charger to fit through so each time I charge the phone, I have to take it out of the case. I have tried 3 different chargers and none of them work with this case.

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Question: Color as a meditation

Two of each mystery plus thumbnails in suggested colors. Follow the original artwork's coloration or simply choose your own colors. Includes the Mysteries of Light. Quality paper.

A really helpful gadget.  It minces or slices very nicely and spares my fingers from both cuts and stinky garlic.  Washes up like a dream.  Not cheap plastic, the good stuff like they used to make telephones out of.  Very substantial.

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Question: The Stages of Life: A Groundbreaking Discovery:

I read Dr. Anderson's book about 3-4 years ago after another psychologist recommended it after I asked her why I kept making the same mistakes and how I could go about addressing that issue rather than just trying to work  out the individual conflicts resulting from the mistakes.  This book  changed my life.  It immediately answered my questions and gave me a new  way of looking at events in my life.  Since that time I free-associate on a  regular basis by writing every morning.  My life is changing -- slowly but  consistently.  I am going FOR more fulfilling and meaningful activities and  projects rather than spending so much time trying to figure out what I  should have done in the past.  Dr. Anderson understands the mind and how it  works and how we can make the most with what we've got if we follow the  steps.  I hope he will have another book in the future to reveal more of  his insights and knowledge.  His ideas are working for me when I thought  nothing would help me out of the quicksand I was in.  The harder I  struggled, the more I would sink.  As I approach my mid-50's and the new  millenium, I find myself thinking more positively and looking forward to  all that life has in store.  His theories work and I thank him for this  gift.

This isn't a bad product.  When its new, its sturdy.  I've had this for about five months and the case has gotten a little flimsy and the strap gotten stretched out.  I wish a stronger piece of plastic was in there for a more secure strap.  The cover does its job.

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Question: Good women's supplement.

Great product - felt more energy after about 2 weeks.

I bought this for my wife's Sony VIAO laptop and it performs perfectly and I have not had any trouble with it. Crucial has a great reputation for making quality memory and this lives up to their standard of quality.

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Question: Long-lasting performance

I normally don't write product reviews, but the only other review of this apparently discontinued product is a negative review that is geared toward dissatisfaction with the supplier rather than the product itself.  Product reviews should be of the product.

I have an RV on a permanent lot in a vacation area that I visit once-per-month.  I've tried just about every holding tank treatment I've been able to acquire and this is the only one I have ever used that kept the tank fresh between visits.  Read the labels on other products - 7 days max and I haven't found another one that lasts even that long.

Unfortunately, I've been unable to find this treatment for well over a year and assume it's been discontinued.

I returned these pads as they did not have the groove down the center like my old pads and the picture in the description.

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Question: Hail the returning Doctor, and Starfleet's most terrible enemy yet

Dr. Crusher returns. The setup starts for the Klingon Civil War and Worf's involvement in same. The Ferengi expose themselves as the sniveling cowardly bullies they are. An earlier-generation Enterprise makes a supreme sacrifice that stops a major war. And to close: the Borg! Resistance is definitely futile.

I'm in love with the story,the characters and the humor. Sorry it all had to end to fast for me. I could have stayed with them forever.

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Question: LOVE LOVE LOVE the Tollet Paper Entrepeneur

I literally could not put this book down from the moment I picked it up. Mike Michalowicz is a brilliant writer. I love the fact that he cuts through all the fluff of other business books and just dives right in. He tells you what you need to know in an engaging witty manner and above all--I learned things I didn't know before. Being a relatively new entrepreneur, he taught me how to look at my company in ways I never did that actually made sense to me and that I will be able to execute. It's like business school being taught by a favorite funny professor and you never want to leave class.

I will continue to refer back to it for many years to come. Brilliant!

Total disappointment.  To say it didn't work well would be an understatement.  After half an hour, my six year old god-daughter gave up trying to rub the glitter onto the provided decorative pieces.  I spent an hour and her parents spent another half hour on top of that trying everything we could think of it make it work.  No amount of rubbing, heat, pressure could actually make the glitter come off of the sheets and stick to the provided hearts, stars, flowers, etc.  Maybe the glitter sheet that was defective, maybe the adhesive on the stars and hearts dried off, but it was a total failure.  She liked the mirror at least.

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Question: Love this product!  It works!

Great product!  Sleek design and works wonderfully!  Highly recommend!  Keep those nasty ants out of your hummingbird feeder!

It was fun to read an adult JK Rowling novel. Initially I was surprised at the language having read all the Harry Potter books, but I fell in love with Robin and Strike. Fun read. Interesting good and bad guys. All among the backdrop of London, super models, drugs, and rock and roll. Good fun!

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Question: Good for everyday, not as good for paparazzi  encounters

I've only used them twice so far.  Once on a long bike ride under a sports bra and once for a special occasion.

*EDIT* I've used them probably a dozen time so far, So far still sticky. I've started using them under sports bras- works great for this purpose. No reason there should be flash photography to worry about here...

The good:
They do stick really well, I had no issues with curling edges etc, they are virtually invisible under clothing and bras. I used it once with a sports bra and they stuck on without issue through all the sweating. They are very easy to clean.

*update: I would highly recommend these for normal use. Such as while working out under a sports bra. They hold well and hide the nips well.

The not so good:
I intended these for special occasion wear mostly... if you might encounter flash photography and the dress material is on the thin side - I'd highly consider another product that is matte  or at least testing them out ahead of time with a few flash enambled selfies...They are not matte and they do reflect light back.

I really enjoyed this sweet,  clean read. I read it in one day.

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Question: Some broken pieces but overall decent value

Out of the 120 I bought, 9 have a glue failure on the bottom mirror. Should be an easy enough fix. Just be sure to give them a gentle shake before you give them away to be sure yours isn't malfunctioning too. I found great Avery labels to put on them. So Im happy overall. Just wish I didn't have to fix the broken ones. Im worried people will trash the ones I give out if they break. So thats my biggest reason for the three stars.

i thought this was big its deceiving for 8 dollars I got me a much bigger size for less

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Question: perfect for the train loving toddler

my 3 year old grandson is obsessed with trains.  so of course, he loves this shirt.  was a valentine favorite

Last night I stayed up late reading this. I only meant to read the sample to see if it was worth buying... The only thing I can compare this delicious little morsel to is handmade gourmet chocolate.

I loved Serena. I loved Hugo. I loved their story. I loved the sexy banter, the interplay of their personalities and the dialogue.  I loved how Serena took charge of her fate and refused to be a victim anymore. I loved how Hugo treated her with respect and tenderness despite his own issues. I laughed, I got a lump in my throat, I sighed. I sat in a trance of wonder at the end. I was late to work the next day. I realized that I want to be Courtney Milan when I grow up.

Complaints? Alright. Hugo was delicious and I would have liked his POV to be more developed. I am a sucker for the Male POV in a romance. However, I understand that an author must decide to cut it off somewhere. I have read entire books from well known authors with nothing at all in the male POV. In my opinion, in this book, it didn't detract from the story. I also would have liked for the Duke of Clermont to suffer a lot more (castration, anyone?) but then Hugo would have ended up in prison, and there wouldn't be a next book, which seems to be the story of his son.

This book will be added to my 5 Star Library ranked right up there with Lord of Scoundrels],[[ASIN:B000Q9INOA The Raven Prince (Princes Trilogy),Midsummer Moon and Passion (Passion Quartet).

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Question: Bedspread was very nice, the price was right and it served the ...

Bedspread was very nice, the price was right and it served the purpose of making our guest room neat and cosy looking.

Very cute shoes. Not too high that they hurt the feet, but also not a low heel. I was able to wear them comfortably for hours. I originally ordered a 12 because thinking about how difficult it was shoe shopping locally I thought I would need the bigger size. These are actually true to size. I would definitely order another pair of Nine West shoes from Amazon again

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Question: THE GOOD_THE BAD_AND THE UGLY

The dilemma of the 1/2 star. I probably would have given this book 3.5 stars if that was possible, but that is not allowed so:

THE GOOD - a great location and very interesting setting, a place I'll never visit except in books or pictures. The cave and church aspects were fascinating.
The police chief was an engaging character as was (seemingly) the chief inspector. Another great part of this book was the author was spot on with the politics from the mayor and deputy minister. These were nastiest and deserved to be portrayed as they were - author did a great job with them

THE BAD - The tourist women were so dis-likable, perhaps because I live in a US tourist destination, and over the last 25 or 30 years most tourists are becoming more rude and dis-likable here. (WARNING POSSIBLE SPOILER) With a 1/2 star to flex I went down to 3 ***'s. I probably would have gone to 4 if she had been killed.

THE UGLY - The ending! There were not really clues to guess the killer, and the chief inspector was ???? (I'll let you read and find out - no more spoilers from me). And read you should, this is a book worth trying and I do recommend it, the good is good enough for that.

Bought this for my grandma because she has a whole bunch of family videos that she has of her children and grandchildren that she doesn't want to lose. So, I bought this to help so that we could either:
A. Back them up on an external hard drive and plug them into the projector or watch on the TV.
B. Burn them to discs so she can slowly dispose of the closet full of vhs tapes and condense them into just a book of movies.

But the instructions are practically good for laying down bedding for a lizard or hamster or if you are out of toilet paper and really needed a desperate wipe... Basically a really cool idea, but your gonna have to wing it on how this item works.
If I knew I would post them, but all I can get out of it is audio. Good luck and hope this helps.

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Question: Excellent quality for low price

Excellent quality for low price. Went together easily and is sturdy. Perfect for average homeowner mechanic. Don't waste your money buying one that costs 5 times as much

Fast shipping. Although the scale was a bit crooked due to some shipping mishandling, I was able to straighten it out with no problem. Works great and the price was good too.

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Question: Another winner from Chu. I just wish it had ...

Another winner from Chu. I just wish it had been longer to get more out. Wondering how this will tie to the new Io books.

wasn't expecting percale sheets to feel this rough.  wondering if it's truly 300 thread count, or if it's just cheap cotton.  also i can literally see the weave with my naked eye from 12 inches away.  hoping it softens up quite a bit after a few more washes.  but won't be buying pinzon again.

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Question: Nice and supportive under my knees

Nice and supportive under my knees. I would have liked the height to be 2-3 inches higher to fit me better.

The trilogy ended with a BANG!! I have been waiting for Kurt and Leelee's story and Winter did not disappoint.  I was hooked from the beginning. I could not put this book down.
Not only is this book a MUST read but the entire Skid Row Series is a must read. Thank you Winter for writing another amazing book!!

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Question: Works great for scrap booking photos

Works great for scrap booking photos. Can no longer find in craft stores. I have the dispenser but until now could not find the refills.

I bought these boots for my 3 year old.  She has a wider foot and is especially picky about shoes.  She went outside after our first snow and played a few hours.  She never once complained about her boots or being cold!

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Question: I have loved every book in the Seven series

I have loved every book in the Seven series. Often a series grows boring and to predictable. Not so with this series!!

Not much to say - it's a rubber gasket that fit my Stant 45399 SuperStat Thermostat and 2000 Saab 9-3 perfectly.  No leaks.

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Question: My niece loves these. They are spongey so she ...

My niece loves these. They are spongey so she cant hurt herself and She plays with them outside the bathtub also.

Snark tuners are great! They are very accurate and are very inexpensive. I have now four of them so I can keep one in each guitar case and one for the uke!

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Question: Best tasting whey protein

This is probably one of the best whey proteins I've ever tried. I love that it's gluten free, and only made with a few ingredients. I also love that the portions are already packaged for you

Reproductions of original materials tell a great deal about US history of that time, and about Lincoln's personal feelings of inclusiveness toward all people.

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Question: Where have you been all of my life?

<input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/D10eFWQKsNS.mp4" class="video-url"><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61WeOii4n%2BS.png" class="video-slate-img-url">I have owned other models of remote thermometers in the past but they didn't last as long as I had hoped that they would and they didn't always work correctly.  Still, I like the concept and I was hoping to find one that worked for me.  When I got a chance to try this one out I was excited.

This one had a bit of a learning curve for me as it is necessary to turn on the receiver first before turning on the transmitter in order to get them working together.  I liked that it has two probes, one for the interior temperature of the grill and one for the internal temperature of the food.

I thought that a video review might be helpful to prospective buyers.

Note: I received a free sample of this product for reviewing purposed in exchange for an honest review.

I can send photos to my phone and then upload to dropbox. Hurray!! Now I don't have to fumble with my computer to get my job done!

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Question: Nice work from these jazz giants

If "Fine and Mellow" is Ella's best work from the 1970s, this 1975 recording is a close second. Although by the mid-70s her voice had lost some of its grace, she seemed to make up for that by imbuing the songs  with an added intensity that wasn't evident on her earlier work. She's  joined here by the legendary jazz pianist, Oscar Peterson, and by her  ex-husband, bassist Ray Brown, and again she sticks with proven standards.  This CD features a wide range of moods from the languid pace of "More  Than You Know," to the galloping "I Hear Music." The  highlight, however, is the final cut, "April in Paris." For  nearly eight wonderful minutes, Ella, Oscar and Ray have a field day with  this classic tune.

"Pete"  is a wonderfully rich compilation of Pete Seeger's music throughout his long career.
The production is outstanding with a beautiful choir and Paul Winter soprano sax backup.
I have sent this album to many friends.

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Question: Smaller than I thought but it is perfect for my 2 year old daughter

Smaller than I thought but it is perfect for my 2 year old daughter. Definitely worth it! She loves it.

I sure wish this book was out there when I was pregnant!  It really is a good insight into what the husband is thinking (OR NOT).  This book goes hand-in-hand with "What To Expect While You're Expecting."
An absolute must read for both Mommies and Daddies.

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Question: This was a great book. Really well written

This was a great book. Really well written.  It is quite a good series actually and kept me guessing all the way through yet again.  Good strong gritty female lead. I loved it!

A must have for your 2010 Toyota Tacoma!
I tried another brand of unit for my Tacoma, did not go well.
I ordered this unit and it is a perfect fit and works great. The GPS is also feature rich!
It is a lower price than the competitor, and the audio is great!. I would recommend this to anyone!

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Question: Great Outdoor Camera, Horrid Indoor Camera

When I read C. Gaspard's story, I laughed, as I had the exact same experience. I also bought a CX7530 before my sister's wedding(!), and just like him, all of the photos taken indoors on the auto setting were horrible. Out of the 80 shots or so I took, I managed to salvage about 10 of them, but they weren't suitable for handing out. Fortunately they had a professional photographer for real wedding photos. I've since learned to wrestle with the camera to get shots that come out right indoors, but it takes a lot more effort than it really should.

Outdoors, though, the camera takes GORGEOUS photos. As in, a shot I took of a sunset above a shopping mall I was in has been my wallpaper for the last month or so. Outdoor photos on auto setting look fine... except shots with a lot of glare in them (for example, ocean shots), which throws off every one of the auto-sensing settings. Again, I had to take several pictures at different manual settings before I could get these shots to come out right.

My car got broken into and the camera was stolen out of my glove compartment. I'm now looking into buying a new camera, and it's not going to be a CX7530, which basically says it all.

I had this book as a child and loved it. My grandson loves it, but my book was falling apart, so we got a new one!

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Question: Purchased for Myself and Hubby for Valentines Day!

We LOVE These! We are surprised at how soft and high quality they are! Even after 4 months they stay very bright and don't wear! They look adorable and vibrant in color! Everyone compliments us on them when they see them <3

Saved us! Way too many shoes all over the place and these racks totally helped us get things in order.

Super easy to put together and sturdy enough for men or women shoes.

Love them!

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Question: good product and good price

It does what it's supposed to do connecting Display Port with HDMI cable and the build is solid. I use this with an HP notebook running Ubuntu.  It's recognized as HDMI.
I am happy with it.

Sturdy, easy to operate and cheap. The buckle is made of a very solid plastic. Seems like it will last for a long time.

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Question: Very convenient stand for the heavy planer

Contrary to all of the written advice by the Dewalt company, until I got the planer stand, I carried, lifted, etc. the Dewalt model 735 planer by myself during the offload, uncrating and usage in my shop.  Weighing almost 100 lbs. needless to say it was a strain (fortunately with no known permanent damage).  Now, even though the total weight of the planer and stand well exceeds 100 lbs. moving it around the shop is almost a one finger push/pull operation.  This 72 year old body is grateful.

My 79-year-old, hat-hating mother was going to Israel for a pilgrimage (in October). I got her this hat because of the reviews. I had it delivered to me, so can say it is very lightweight. I gave it to her with the tags on, she said I hope you didn't spend that much on this hat (and I said, no it was on Amazon, so not the $30 pricetag). Well she's back and thanked me so much for the hat, which she wore everyday. It was easy to pack and easy to wear. She said that so many people who had baseball caps and other hats were complaining, but she was very comfy in this hat.

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Question: Absolutamente maravilloso y el libro esta bien escrito! Buena ...

Absolutamente maravilloso y el libro esta bien escrito! Buena instruccin sobre cmo orar desde el Hermano Eckhardt y lleno de sabidura bblica.

El libro llego en muy buena condicion y a tiempo. Gracias!

I agree that the story is great but the switching of narrators is disconcerting to say the least.  I would have enjoyed the story so much more if the original narrator had completed the book.

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Question: Its a little more detailed than I expected. Hopefully ...

Its a little more detailed than I expected.  Hopefully, I will complete it before his 2nd Christmas.  I added one of my own needles that would allow 2 skeins of thread because the larger needle that came with the kit was difficult to use for embroidery on small pieces of felt. It also might be easier to decorate the pieces before cutting them out.

Author does a fantastic job of detailing the era preceding WWI, and at the outset proclaims the cause of the Great War cannot be attributed to a single source.  Then she effectively blames Germany throughout the book.  A bit contradictory at times, the first half of the book is excellent (when she does an overview of the major European powers).  The next couple of sections are also great, where she details the "conventional wisdom" of the time.  Where I found the book a bit tedious was the detail with which she described the successive international crises prior to the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand.  Germane, but tedious.  She also has a few throw-away lines about currents politics which I don't think belong, but in the end does not diminish the overall book.

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Question: Top notch lifestyle changing call to action

Eating is like banking.  You can continually add to your account, but if you don't do anything with your funds, it does you no good. You need to change your life and square away your lifestyle, not simply your dining habits.  We need to treat our bodies better by looking at every aspect, from emotions to fitness and onto eating.  This book really does a nice job of doing that through a holistic approach to living.

When we decide to make a willful change to our lives and do so continually, especially when it comes to food, it's not dieting it's simply a way of life.  Just dieting without exercise is owning a car with out changing the oil.  Sooner or later it will give out on you, so if you take care of it, you will get better mileage and longer life out of the vehicle, it's the same with your body.

Use this wonderful book as a guide to changing your lifestyle and eating habits to a more uniform approach to living.  Changing your mindset is first then everything else will fall into place.  The principles outlined are not a quick fix or instant weight loss miracle, they are sound bits of wisdom gleaned from the years of experience, training and simple trial and error.  Tora and Donna have done their homework and give you practical advice within these pages.

Highly recommended.

Haven't found anything that works better then these.  A 90lb lab can make a big mess, but these bags are thick and can handle it without the risk if your hand getting in it.  We have used these for years and don't see a reason to use anything else.

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Question: Poor design - will not keep TV up and DANGEROUS

This product may be appropriate if you have a VERY light TV, but it will not keep even a moderate weight LCD in the up position.  To add to the problem, the design is such that when the TV "sags" down, it also slides backward, causing it to drop very hard.

First, I'll explain the problem in function, then the DANGER in trying to use this product.

I tried to use it to support a 15" Toshiba.  The weight as mounted was 12 pounds. The product says it can be used for TV's up to 18 pounds.  The TV would not stay either up or down.  It would just hang in a position about halfway in between.  The adjustment for this is a set screw which is supposed to increase the friction of the mnount so that it will hold the TV.  The set screw is turned by a provided hex wrench.  I turned this wrench as hard as I could, but got very little movement of the screw and no improvement in product performance.  I then took the mount down, took it to my workbench, and tightened the screw to the full limit of it's travel.  This resulted in some improvement - instead of returning immediately to the not-up-or-down position, the TV returned there slowly.  THERE IS NO WAY THAT THIS PRODUCT WILL SUPPORT A 12 POUND TV.  I would be very reluctant to trust it with anything over about 5 pounds.

Now to the DANGER.  The mount has a very nice slide feature that allows the TV to move forward as it is moved to the up position.  This allows a sightly larger TV to be mounted without hitting the wall as you move it up.  Unfortunately, there is no friction at all on the sliding mechanism.  The result is that as the TV sags back down from the up position, it reaches a point where it suddenly slides back.  The result is essentially that the TV falls about 2 - 3 inches.  The mount keeps it from hitting the counter top, but the action is very jarring on the TV itself, and if anything happens to be on the counter top under the TV when this happens real damage could result.

THIS IS A BAD PRODUCT!  There are far better and safer mounts available.

Amazing Blu-Ray set for all 9 seasons. A must have for all DBZ fans. Very glad with my purchase. Funimation did a very good job on this remaster.
Picture and sound are the very best it can be. Unless Funi decides to completely remaster the series again in 4kHD or using the Battle of Gods animation.

Content: All 9 seasons come with 4 disc.

1080p HD Native
Dolby TrueHD: English Dialogue w/ Japanese Audio Music 5.1
Dolby TrueHD: U.S. English Broadcast Verion 2.0 (With Bruce Falconer OST)
Original Japanese Mono

Ratio is 16x9 (HD Native) NO original DBZ 4:3 Format.

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Question: 5 year old perfect. She gets to put toys and books in ...

Fits my 3.5 year old perfect.  She gets to put toys and books in it for road trips and loves it!

I'm a proud geek and needed a higher-end switch with at least two fiber ports, Layer 2 functionality, remote mgt and VLAN's  for my home network.  I have LOTS of layers for both security and it's fun to do. The remote mgt app is great.  Very easy even for a non-geek.  In fact it's probably the best I've seen for non-geeks.  I also purchased a GC510PP.  They work great together.

Setup was very straightforward.  First thing I did was flash updated firmware.  This switch is very robust.  Remote mgt reveals all the functionality

I'd purchase it again.

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Question: Thoroughly depressing.

It cost me about two dollars for a beat up copy of this book.  Gritty story, no apologies, no candy-coating.  Has an 80's vibe to it, but I will certainly remember this book for a long time.

Funny movie with a great family ending!!
Nice to watch with family and children.

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Question: I laughed and felt better than I can remember

One of the most enjoyable novels I have had the pleasure to read.  I cannot wait till the sequel is out.

I was afraid the metal rivets would rust but they did not.

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Question: I liked the Influence Game

I downloaded The Influence Game (kindle & audible) after hearing Ms. Vance at the National Bike Summit, and it is a book I've shared with friends.

A lot of the advice is founded on treating everyone with respect, regardless of how important you think they are, and especially if their views are counter to your own.  The book was practical for me because it helps me better understand how Congressional staff will react to various forms of communications.  The book has tactics and take-aways, but I wouldn't really call it a "how-to" book.  It's definitely a valuable check list to assess my communications approach.  And it is useful in combination with Jack Weatherford's book Tribes on the Hill: The United States Congress--Rituals and Realities.  You do get an insider's perspective.

I like the memorable examples, such as:  "Tactic 26:  Don't be a Nigerian Prince" when referring to spam-like communications.  And I like the idea of a 5:00 am running meeting with Congressman Blumenauer.

If you are apolitical, and the title sounds boring, then I wouldn't suggest this book.  But if you care about government and are willing to participate in a tiny bit of democracy, I think it's a good book.  I think the book is written more towards people who want to advocate for something they are passionate about than it is someone steeped in politics and government.

Got them inserted, fired up the box with no setup needed... The Kingston HyperX stuff has never let me down. It's not the fastest memory, but certainly one of the more reliable.

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Question: This is way better than any memoir I've ever read in my entire ...

This is way better than any memoir I've ever read in my entire life. This includes "the misadventures of awkward black girl" (although I love Issa Rae!). I felt like I learned so much from her through her story telling, and she is so candid and honest about things that have happened to her in her life. I wish she would've addressed what happened when Dwayne and her went on break (the child he fathered, alleged cheating etc), and the media's intense scrutiny of them. But, she kept it classy.

This book is also refreshing because there wasn't an exorbitant amount of spirituality and odes to god peppered in it. She got her point across without preaching to us, or using psalms whatever chapter whoever to make her points. As a black woman, I'm tired of reading memoirs from us that are glorified sermons. Okay, rant over.

If you can, get this in audiobook format. She reads it herself, and I found myself laughing hysterically in my car. By the end, I was on the brink of tears. Truly amazing work for Union!

Great Detailing and Likeness to Temeura Morrison also Love the Helmet and Aged Armor a well Blasters as A Huge Fan Of Mandolorians from both the Canon/EU as well various media this is great figure to have

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Question: Text your reading patience

A light entertaining mystery that has a plot riddled with improbable and impossible twists.  My only hope is that the series improves with age.

Little more flimsy then I thought it would be.  My furniture is leather, and it tries to slide off.

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Question: All around disappointment

IMO this item is priced too high for the poor quality of the product. It arrived wrapped in your everyday household SERAN WRAP!  When I unwrapped it the item fell out of the package. It had been opened already.  Needless to say I'll be returning this item the next chance I get. What a waste of my time....

It was what I expected, and I am pleased with it.

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Question: Anker PowerLines are the best charging cables out there

Anker PowerLines are the best charging cables out there! I've probably bought a dozen of these over the past few years to keep in my desk, my backpack, my travel kit, my car...and I've never had a problem with any of them.  Very high quality and they don't look or feel cheap like a lot of other brands.

Buy a bunch, you can never have too many charging cables!

I REALLY ENJOYED THIS BOOK! Well defined characters, interesting plot, and a glimpse into protocols and medical procedures that I found fascinating.  Looking forward to more from this author!!

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Question: but it smells good too! Just remember to re-apply every 3 or ...

I work with wildlife and I was so tired of coming home every night with 20+ bug bites all over my legs. Now I come home at night without a single bite! This spray not only works, but it smells good too! Just remember to re-apply every 3 or 4 hours. I will definitely be repurchasing.

If you treat this product with some care it will turn out to be an amazing bang for your buck product. The colour is great on the stand and charges both of my controllers nicely when not in use. I am very please with the price and how well it has performed for me over the past 3 months.

When putting on your remotes be easy and gentle. The USB mini's on this unit will bend it you just try to lift your remote off, you must pull horizontally first.

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Question: V The Original TV Miniseries

Really enjoyed this when it first came out so many years ago. Great to have it on dvd today.

Having listened to both the Solti "Ring" and Bohm's, all I can say is that they are both great pieces of performance, although each is of a different genre. Bohm I find more involving, Solti more dramatic. There  are no perfect performances. Much of the criticism that seems to aimed at  Solti is aimed at Solti the man, rather than the conductor.

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Question: My girls and I love the Charlie the ranch dog books

My girls and I love the Charlie the ranch dog books, so I was thrilled to find Little Ree! It does not disappoint.

I love it!  Just what I wanted for my four poster bed!  I did have to press it but it looked great when I finished!  Easy to iron.

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Question: Perfect Bluetooth add on if your car does not have an aux input

I have an older car which does not have Bluetooth or any auxiliary audio input and this device is absolutely perfect, and it matches wonderfully.

It is a  nice radio but I have trouble setting it up the keys have dual purposes that made it difficult to use,I may not keep it.

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Question: Beautifully written examination of issues that affect

A must-read.  Beautifully written examination of issues that affect, or will affect, everyone.

The pump works great. I bought it to install in my gf's Hyundai Sonata. WARNING: although this part says that it is a direct-fit for the Hyundai, it was not a simple plug-and-play install. I had to cut the plug off of the wires and connect them directly to the wiring of the old washer pump. Luckily, I already had the tools to do so handy.

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Question: Great service. Good price

Sent these viddles to a college kid during finals! They were a big hit by her and all of her roomies! Great service. Good price!

These are narrower than the traditional Croc however just wide enough for my C-width feet. They don't look as bulky as the standard Croc so I can wear them at work.

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Question: solid construction, easy to hold, and with lids!

best bowl set ever owned. Nice wide flat bottoms so they don't move around on you. plastic lids that fit air/water tight (by pressure). slope of inside is perfect to reduce unwanted spills and messes while stirring (unless you are a crazed monkey with the stirring and get out of control). Very thick steel and yet light weight. No worries about these dropping and getting dents.

Wonderful insight on poetic process and persona, lucid observations on some of the most important poets from many varied centuries and schools.

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Question: Seven Nights in a Rogues Bed

A worn out tale of a lion with a thorn in it's paw or beauty and the beast with long tedious sex scenes.  Don't be fooled by the star ratings as I was.  The heroine has more arrogance than the rougue.

A delightful book as all of Christine's books are. I recommend them highly!

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Question: DBZ Attack of the Saiyans: The Review

For my full in-depth 8 minute review of this game, please check out the video I made on YouTube: [...]

Here are my basic thoughts:

Pros
- Addictive gameplay
- Good graphics
- Covers last saga of Dragon Ball
Cons
- Repetitive gameplay
- Annoying cutscenes
- Dumb filler sometimes
- Doesn't use DS's capabilities

7/10

This is just a short review about the product itself. I was rather disappointed with the item when I received it in the mail. It was falsely shown with the orange 2.22 Slip cover in the picture at the time of purchase. Had I been properly informed that I would not receive the slip I would have ordered from a different website. Since then they have changed the picture to properly reflect the product they are actually selling so I would imagine they had more than my complaint on it. The Feature itself is a great experience if you are in to anime. If it had come with the proper casing I would have given this a 5 star.

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Question: So Close But Cheap Materials Betray This Shoe

I loved the shape of this shoe and the leather is not bad and the upper does hold up well. My issue is with the sole. It is nicely stitched but the heel came clean off and is hollow and consists of plastic. I would expect that of a lesser quality (expensive)  shoe.

Somewhat similar in tone to Glen Cook's Black Company books, but with more magic, Mark of the Leigon presents a world filed with both magic and steam-punk ish tech that is beautifully realized and absolutely captivating. I am very much looking forward to more from this author.

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Question: Cheap and Bad Quality Control

Picked this up for my Coolermaster Stacker. I was psyched because it looks pretty neat installed, but as soon as I put power to the fan it began ticking. One of the blades was hitting against some part of the housing. That's just lazy quality control. Also, compared to previous generations of the 4 in 3's, these are flimsy metal and, despite the rubber washers that isolate the cage from the case, can lead to a louder PC.

I'm saddened that Coolermaster has decided to cut back on its quality and quality control.

I don't know about other towns, but where I live, the malls were plastered with "Robots" placards, banners, posters, and cardboard cutouts, always a sign that the studio may be a little nervous about a product which may not sell itself well.  Throw enough publicity at even the worst film, the reasoning goes, and you'll get at least a few suckers who will be lured into the theatres.

Not by choice, I was subjected to this film --- what a surprise, it was as contrived & calculated as I suspected it would be.  It should hardly come as a shock that it turned in a mediocre box office performance.

Visually, it is slick enought, but isn't that the case with just about all CGI films these days.  Big deal.  Most of the performances were pretty much phoned in --- the only one that really stands out is Robin Williams', and that is only because that manic schtick is really getting old and annoying.  The movie is noisy, overproduced, and pointless.  For all of the noise & pizzazz, the kids were generally disengaged and when asked later how they liked it, gave a shrug of their shoulders in response.

All in all, a real dud of a film that will largely be forgotten in only a few years' time.

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Question: Great purchase if you don't make your own cosplay outfits

Great purchase if you don't make your own cosplay outfits. Bought this for my 3-year-old for Halloween and she loved it. It's a little pricey, but it's hard to find Star Butterfly dresses. Overall, it was worth the money. Shipping was much faster than expected. Make sure you pay attention to sizing and order a custom size if needed! I see a lot of bad reviews complaining the dress is too big. Send an email with measurements and they'll size it for you perfectly.

I need another - but this was so poorly packaged that the container to save the oil for recycling is unusable and the parts are scattered all over the box. Need to work on this.....  contact me, maybe we can work something out?
I cant return it, because I need to get the mower running this weekend.

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Question: Perfect for 17" laptop

More than sufficient for a 17" laptop. But quite heavy. It has lot of compartments so all in all a good choice

Whimzees chews are great - they are not staining, made of natural ingredients, and supposedly help clean my dog's teeth. My dog (65# boxer/rottie mix) certainly enjoys them - he will finish off a chew within 5 minutes. Amazon and Chewy have the best price for these that I can find anywhere, but I still find the cost prohibitive, so our dog gets these infrequently. I would rate these higher if they were less expensive or they lasted longer.

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Question: what a piece of crap!

This mat was REALLY slick...too slick to do yoga on. It came with instructions to make it less slick, suggesting to wash it in hot water. That did nothing, as did the rest of the steps. I rubbed rosin on it, which also had no effect. It's totally useless. I wish I'd bought a mat from Hugger Mugger.

Perfect for any home av system. All the options and adjustments are very simple and it comes with setup mic if you are unsure of how to do it yourself. The 5.2 is awesome for base heads who want that extra sub attachment

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Question: Another Incredible Shirt!

I pretty much just buy Liquid Blue shirts, as every other one is a gamble due to size differences. Many XL shirts are far too small, but never Liquid Blue!

Got this as a gift for a friend when she walks her dog.  She says it works out great--big enough to hold her phone and keys without being cumbersome or too noticeable.

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Question: Great picture, vibrant colors

I have been very happy with my purchase. I use it for xBox, DirecTV, and my Apple TV. I have never used the speakers because I have a Bose sound bar. I am looking at a 70", and will purchase another Vizio. The frame is small, it's is lightweight and flat, and lightweight. The blacks are black, the refresh rate is great for football and action movies. I wish I could eliminate the unused inputs so that when I move between HDMI connections I don't have to scroll through them all. No other complaints. I like that here isn't a light shining constantly whether it is off or on.

Works well - but the sticker, instead of an actual etched plastic, which is used to interpret the voltage and amperage values when charging is stupid. It should be a permanent part of the display, not a crappy static cling plastic sheet. Otherwise I like it just fine, I charged up my 18650 Samsung 3000mah 30Q's and 18350 EFest 700mah batteries as a test.

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Question: Poor paint job, not as nice as pictured

I was really excited about these because the design looks so cute on the picture and for the price I was hoping to get a quality product. While these are ok and will do the job they are not of good quality and the paint job on them is not as nice as on the picture. Whoever painted them (in China) was in a rush and clearly just wanted to get the job over with. For a third of the price I would recommend them but I honestly would not have bought them had I seen them in person. I have two other sets from the same company and it's the same issue, the design may be good but poorly executed.

Very durable cords so far. Don't hesitate to buy especially for the price.  I do a lot of research before I buy anything on Amazon.

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Question: Replaced my briefcase

After considering many others I purchased the Condor UGP as a replacement for my briefcase. It is well made and large enough for files, portfolio, laptop, and accessories.

I am writing this review to correct what are very serious errors by the first review that appears here, and what also appear to me to be a bewildering perspective given in that review, in the hope that those who are not familiar with the history of the second Punic War and its aftermath may be more encouraged to read the book and the few that have proceeded it - including the history of Polybius. In the first place, the first review completely fails to note that Scipio Africanus faced a far more professional set of generals than the likes of Marius, Sulla, or even Julius Caesar. He did this, despite the lack of full support of Rome. To compare Scipio to them is absurd as their circumstances and the significance of what Scipio faced and they did are so far apart as to render comparison meaningless. The reviewer fails to note Scipio's defeat of 4 Catharginian armies in Spain, 2 more in Africa, before meeting Hannibal at Zama; all armies were led by well seasoned and highly professional commanders. At Zama Hannibal had advantage of his veteran troops, 80 war elephants, and a well manned cavalry. The two sides were rather evenly matched. Hannibal's veterans troops were at the rear - so why do you think Scipio had Laelius and Massinisa first drive the Hannibal's cavalry off the field and then encircle Hannibal's veterans? Luck? Now comes a typical Hannibal apology - "It wasn't Scipio that beat Hannibal, it was the Roman cavalry" - Oh lord! Let me digress a bit to demonstrate the nonsense of this type of "reasoning". Try saying it wasn't Montgomery and later Patten that drove Rommel all over North Africa, it was the British and then the American armored divisions. The comment is absurd of course, but that is my point! Scipio fully realized the criticality of a well disciplined cavalry and very effectively built one, first around Laelius, and then around Laelius and Massinisa. He also built an effective naval force as he needed it. He revolutionized Roman tactics, which of course the likes of Marius, Sulla, and "what's his name" inherited, but never really did themselves. As for a grand strategy, that began with Scipio's father and uncle who decided to press on to Spain rather then turn back to face Hannibal - the battle of the Tinicus was more of a standoff then a victory for Hannibal! It appears that the reviewer would benefit from a bit of background reading and not rely on Hollywood movies for his "facts" and perspective.

To call Scipio Rome's greatest general is quite appropriate - after all, within 53 years after Zama Rome went from being an Italian city state to ruling most of of the world it knew - did the others accomplish that? Hannibal and his country lost it all. But, as Hart had told us, folks like the loser, not the winner.

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Question: Very cute but.... Bad experience!

I bought SIX of them for my daughter's birthday and I received it in a good time. BUT the day before of the birthday I inflated them and THREE of them got DE-INFLATED  AND WHERE LEAKING.  I had to re-arrange everything and I had to used only three of the six that I needed.  VERY DISAPPOINTED!.....

This was an enjoyable read.  I liked the suspense and they way the stories intersected. I also found myself reflecting on the role of secrets in our lives and how they affect relationships as well as what it really means to trust and to love.

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Question: Great glasses for excellent price

I have had these glasses for a few weeks now and I am very happy with them. They wash well in the dishwasher and do not feel cheap. I am thinking about ordering another set.

I received an early copy of this book for free in exchange for an honest review. Loved the hunger games. Was a big fan of this first book. Looking forward to reading the others.

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Question: Great soup- low calorie, and low sodium

This is great.  Shipping charge was so high, doubt I will do it again

They ask how long can you wear them comfortably ? Being new like all new shoes this is a dumb question , shoes need a break in period . They are somewhat small and will remind you to trim your toenails . In the past 20 years I have not had a pair of any shoes that matched perfectly ,these are no exception the sued  on each is a different nap causing one to look darker than the other .For under 40 bucks with the discount they are OK . I would not pay the list for these .

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Question: Great gift for a watch enthusiast.

Beautiful photos, interesting information. This was a gift for my watch collecter son, he was very happy to receive it.

In 2004, her first novel was a finalist for the PEN/Hemingway Foundation for first fiction. This was the only prize that Micheline Aharonian Marcom missed that year --- "Three Apples Fell from Heaven" was named a Notable Book of the Year by The New York Times and won her a Lannan Literary Fellowship, a signal that she was an extremely promising writer.

In 2005, Micheline Aharonian Marcom won a PEN/USA Award for her second novel, "The Daydreaming Boy".

And now here she is with "The Mirror in the Well" --- the most sexually explicit novel I have ever read.

Will awards follow? Only if the judges are fearless.

Oh, I have read more sex in books that are clearly and proudly pornography. But in what's known as "literary" fiction? No way. Ever.

Because readers of all ages can access this site, I will not quote the book's language. As for the descriptions of sex --- let's just say no serious female writer I've read has ever dared to go this raw, this dirty.

So this is, right on the surface, a disturbing book.

It's also addictive, like a dream that returns nightly or a wine that tastes so good you can't stop --- or, as in these pages, an affair that reduces your life to what happens in bed with him/her.

If you understand what I'm talking about here --- if extreme experience is part of your secret history --- this book may seem as if Marcom has somehow gained access to your memory bank.

If you don't understand --- if you have orderly relationships and dreams that hurt no one --- this 137-page novel will blow your mind in a different way.

No matter who you are, this is strong adult fare. Consider yourself warned.

The story is simple. An unnamed woman --- near 40, with a husband and two young sons --- meets a never-to-be-named man. He too is married, also unhappily. Something draws them together; they arrange an encounter.

In the cheap motel, he holds her, nearly naked, against a mottled mirror. She is beautiful in this light, but she doesn't recognize herself: "something out of a circle of ideas, a blurred picture of eros, and you behind her..."

One sentence later, and we know how it is 18 months later: Her husband has learned about the affair and moved out. But right now Marcom returns us to that first encounter. The woman doesn't want to do it, and the man is fine with that --- he just wants to service her.

She's been making love since she was 18. But as the minutes go by, each one dedicated solely to her pleasure, "she is aroused beyond the point of return.' The man and woman will, in time, explore "whips and small pains in bed", but this --- this is the way they seal their bond, each and every time, with him pleasuring her "so that the circuit is completed."

This sex is rapture, and that opens her up. "Pleasure is the reason to live." Pleasure destroys time. Pleasure tells her "for what she was born."

And pleasure unhinges her, because she wants to live there all the time and that's not possible. She craves a divorce; she wants her husband back. She wants her lover; she wants the blond man at the office, she wants --- she doesn't know what she wants.

The woman is shattered, her dreams twist like kites. On the other hand, she felt something deep and wild in herself --- she felt herself as a goddess.

Was it worth the pain?

If you're not too freaked out by the last sex scene to think, it's yours to decide.

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Question: Quality was excellent

This was a lovely gift for a friend who lost her beloved little dog.  Quality was excellent

Simple, sleek and looks great on my desk.  It does exactly what I need it to do I love it!

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Question: "The Gene" reads almost like a novel and certainly is one of the best ...

The author has a knack for making a complex subject understandable. "The Gene" reads almost like a novel and certainly is one of the best books of the year.

Really wish there was a bigger size, and honestly I don't have a need for so many sheets, but it did basically what I wanted. The product itself has nice colored, transparent pages, they're just really thin, and can be a little problematic depending on how you're working with them since they tend to cling to each other.

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Question: Klean Kanteen Vacuum Insulated Pint Cup

I spent the summer in southeastern Texas. Very humid and warm conditions. This vacuum insulated cup was excellent at preventing the sweat from ice cold drinks drinks in a humid environment. It is a good size for holding ice and about 15 ounces of water.

I would recommend this cup.

My daughter loves to use pen draw on wall, table, chair and everywhere. Its so difficult to  clean chose ink so I google it and found this washable markers. I had high hope on this product but end up with feel disappointed. My daughter use these markers to draw on her hands and feet, and its very hard to wash the color off, even I use soap and wash her hands and feet for so many times, I still can see the mark there. But overall, they work fine on surface like table and chair.

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Question: Doesn't fit Edge with slim case and very cheap

I don't understand how people like this case. First of all it doesn't fit my edge with a slim case. I was able to stuff it in but the slot already started to rip and color around slot started to peel off! It very cheap and comes with a strong rubber stench. I'm really disappointed with other people's good reviews.

This Double Pedal Patch worked exactly how I expected and has reduced the amount of wear I am putting on my bass drum head.  Evans sells great quality products, and this was a good deal for two patches.  A good purchase.  I'd recommend this to anyone who wants to extend the life of their bass drum heads, which can be a pain to replace.

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Question: Nicely written. VERY colloquial (ie a lot of swearing included)

This is the type of cantonese colliquial I was looking for, one that doesn't just include all the usual phrases that are just slightly colloquial. This book goes all the way in terms of slang language. A lot of swearing and gangster talk is included. When I saw the book cover the first thing that came to mind was the hk movie 'young and dangerous'. Although I have to say ever since my mother brought another colloquial book from hk 'common cantonese colloquial expressions' I found that if you want the usual colloquial phrases like "ar chi don gum say" (ie pretending teeth to be used as gold - I highly take in/treausre every word you say) or "bou yee li" (ie cheating with another woman while married) it'll probably be better to get that book. This book is very slang although it does include many of the usual everyday phrases. The language in this book is probably not used by a majority of civilised hk people although many in hk do swear a lot but I guess they won't use that many variations of harsh expressions. I know this as I was born in hk myself and have visited hk once in a while as I live overseas. I myself do swear a lot in canto (although sometimes I try not to) so this book was suitable for me. It is good as a read for amusment and englightening to what can be said when hk people get pissed or are under pressure.. which is a lot of the time. The yale organisation of the book is very useful for those that can't read chinese as it is in alhapbetical order. It also helps you to pronouce the words if you figure out how to read with the sounding of the high and low tones. Overall I think that this book was well written and it isn't expensive for such a thick book as this I have to say.

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The Household Essentials round decorative sunburst wall mirror, made in China, arrives in a large narrow square box.  The 1" wide mirror itself has a 23" diameter in a 7" wide metal frame, for a total diameter of 37".  The frame is supported by two metal rings, with the outer ring including a saw tooth hanging tab.

The mirror has a modern to industrial feel to it.  The frame has a neutral base with warm overtones on a repetitive patterned metal frame, making the sunburst name appropriately descriptive.  The mirror seems somewhat small, with such a large frame, but is large enough for effective viewing as well as adding light and depth to a room.

The dcor in our home is eclectic, with more traditional and antique pieces.  Finding a spot where this mirror looks good with the surrounding pieces has been a bit of a challenge.  Although I've narrowed it down to an adjoining wall to where a modern desk is placed in a small office, and as wall art with a couple yet to be purchased complimentary styled mirrors.

If you're looking for a mirror to brighten a room, the Household Essentials round decorative sunburst wall mirror is worth considering.

PROS:
Modern to industrial style
Ready to hang
Looks great

CONS:
None found

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Question: Am loving the series. Keeps me wanting to know ...

Am loving the series.  Keeps me wanting to know what is going to be happening and how Debra Holland is going to tie all of these personalities together in the end.

I have bought several pairs of these over the past couple years! Great hybrid board shorts! They do run a little big so go a size down

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