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With the economy going from bad to worse and the future not sounding very optimistic, airline traveling is struggling as well which means it gets more expensive to fly. However, there are still exceptions and with careful planning you can find cheap flights to different parts of the United States. If you are dreaming of spending a vacation in Hawaii but the all inclusive prices already gave you a nightmare then it’s time to change the way you are thinking about travel. It is actually quite cheap to travel when the economy is not going so well. Eventually business will realize they need to cut the prices but meantime we can dodge the expensive activities and find cheap and creative ways to spend a lovely vacation. Reading a Hawaii travel guide will serve you well in this case. Not only will you be able to find flights (http://www.flightnetwork.com/ ) that won’t cost your entire savings but you will also learn where to look for cheap accommodation. You don’t need to stay in a five-star hotel, do you? So why not look for a place to rent from the locals. You can cook for yourself, not worry about the hotel rules and have the liberty to go anywhere without having to be back at certain hours to eat. Then there are the activities. Who says you need to eat in a fancy restaurant? Pack a picnic basket and head for the beach. Romantic, cheap and fun! Get a map of the places to visit and do your own hiking. Make friends with the locals ahead of time and they’ll gladly be your guide.

Used boatlifts can prove to be more advantageous than purchasing a new one because of cost. There are numerous print and cyber ads selling all kinds of used boatlifts including custom made and floating lifts manufactured by companies that have international fame and guarantee their used lifts. Although a used boatlift might not have the latest upgrades or be the latest model, most are made to last with superior performance parts. Numerous sellers are ready to sell their used boatlifts at most affordable prices.

Machines are always unpredictable in nature no matter what company manufactured them. One can never promise the efficiency of the machine, although there is always a warranty period for each electronic or machinery product. Most of the used boatlifts that are sold are not necessarily inferior in features or efficiency level. Rather, most owners decide to sell their boatlifts because they don’t use it or don’t have enough time to utilize it to its full capacity.

There are a number of models available previously owned. The names of the boatlifts are very long and very speicific. Dozens or even hundreds of combinations of parts are available. Here is one example: The Boatfloater of galvanized steel tanks, 9.9 hp Evinrude outboard motor with Minnekota trolling motor w/mount, hydraulic boat lifts that has not been used for a few years are often for sale at very reasonable rates and are great bargains for economical boatlift buyers.

Make sure you take a look at all the parts before buying a used boatlift. Used boatlifts do not generally come with warranties.

Boat Lifts provides detailed information on boat lifts, used boat lifts, floating boat lifts, boat lift motors and more. Boat Lifts is affiliated with Boat Docks.

If you really want to get a feel for opinion on the street, there can be few better pit stops than the message boards from BBC America where the entertainment value is a good deal higher than the shows themselves. The comments are not confined to The Antiques Roadshow alone as there is a burgeoning interest in Flog It, Bargain Hunt and Cash in the Attic too. The most revealing aspect, in more ways than one, is the unerring focus on the personal attributes of the presenters by female viewers. There really is no end of drooling and these ladies let it all hang out, so to speak. There are no less than thirty five postings on the accent of Bargain Hunt presenter, Paul Hayes, one of which relates

“One of the reasons I watch BBCA - in addition to the fact that I don’t see any of the shallowness I find in the shows or people as in my native US - is the ACCENTS! I’m currently working on picking up the difference between a Scotch and Irish accent.”

There must be some pretty desperate housewives across Middle America, and indeed Middle England, if they feel sufficiently compelled to convey such innermost thoughts to a global audience. Yet an appreciation of regional accents on a daytime TV show takes on the mantle of academic enquiry compared with the interests of the sisterhood elsewhere. You will have to read a great many websites before you come across anything close to the unadulterated drivel posted by some of these fans

“A big thank you to Alistair Appleton’s parents for blessing us with his presence.”

“Yes, I must agree they are all delicious. I must stick with Alistair though! My mum, however, is in heavy lust over Phil T. She stops what she is doing when he is down to a tank top on Invaders!”

The debate and angst over the sexuality of Alistair Appleton and Leigh and Leslie Keno, brothers and co hosts of the US version of The Antiques Roadshow, reached a level of intensity on these boards that made the G8 summit on debt relief look no more than a minor squabble between friends. It is reassuring to know that dimples and a lack of facial hair can be such a vote winner in these troubled times.

Part three in the series of articles by Howard Lewis.
(Read parts one and two in the www.invaluable.com blog).

Howard Lewis,
Chairman, Invaluable group of companies.

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Here’s the thing…you can actually enhance your moving-going experience by the time you chose to go. Consider these movie situations:

Kid’s Movies: If you are trying to take a small child to a kid’s movie it may be best to go on a Saturday afternoon. While the reasoning may be self-evident to you it dawned on me one evening when I was trying to take my four year old to the latest Pixar flick. You see, 4-year olds are rather antsy and talkative (especially mine) and when you take them to a kid’s movie where there are predominantly adults in the audience - well the analogy of water and oil is good one.

I don’t wish to spoil someone else’s movie experience but I want my child to have a good time without me constantly having to correct him through a movie. Thus, I have discovered that it is a far better thing to take a small child to the theater on Saturday afternoon. During this time the theater is full of other small children babbling and fidgeting. And the rest of the audience is far more comfortable (and tolerant) with the children in this developmental stage. Conversely, if you are an adult who wants to see a kids movie with a minimum of youthful distractions go to the movie any time but Saturday afternoon - weekday evenings are best.

Date Night Movies: I am a big proponent of continuing to date your spouse after marriage. For the unmarried - lots of time together is a good thing too. So date night movies should be planned with care. That is, if possible schedule a movie around a bundle of activities planned for the date. Are you planning dinner, roller-blading, drinks with friends, other activities? Traditionally, date nights are Friday and Saturday evening but if you can break away, any time is a good time for a date. (Hint: want to see how your date reacts/ interacts with children? Take them a kids movie on Saturday afternoon (above).)

Creature Features: I don’t care what you say horror films just don’t have the same effect when you exit the theater before 10:00 p.m.. If you want the whole experience to be spookier its best to go to that horror flick late-night, mid-week. Rationale: its just creepier to leave that late when there aren’t as many people around. Also, its better if it’s a bit cooler out. It leaves a better opportunity to snuggle if it happens to be date night .

Daniel Hall is the owner of the local movie time website http://www.movietime123.com/ where you can check your local theater times based on your zip code.

Nominated for 30 Emmys, including seven for Outstanding Special Visual Effects for a Series, Star Trek: Voyager continues the rich tradition of the original 1960s Star Trek franchise. Created by former L.A. police officer Gene Roddenberry, the Star Trek TV series morphed into a franchise famous for the unprecedented fanatical devotion of its fan base. Lasting only three seasons during its original network run, Star Trek struck gold with its syndicated reruns, launching a number of motion pictures featuring the original cast as well as novels, comic books, collectibles, and reams of Star Trek-related memorabilia. The third spin-off from the original Star Trek series, Star Trek: Voyager premiered in January 1995 to modest critical acclaim, but experienced great success with television viewers, slowly increasing its ratings as the series progressed. Following on the heels of Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993), the series precedes Star Trek: Enterprise (2001) while boasting an all-star cast that includes veteran actress Kate Mulgrew (whose past TV appearances include such shows as Dallas, Cheers, and Murphy Brown). Yet instead of pursuing the classic Star Trek mission to “boldly go where no one has gone before,” Star Trek: Voyager is more about going where the crew has been before…

Star Trek: Voyager follows the exploits of the crew aboard the starship USS Voyager. As the series begins, the Voyager is on a Federation mission to capture a rogue ship of Maquis rebels (a race first introduced in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine). While in pursuit of the Maquis, the Voyager enters a system known as the badlands, and both ships are instantaneously transported to the Delta Quadrant over seventy-thousand light years away on the outskirts of the galaxy. Soon, both the Maquis and the crew of Voyager learn they were brought to Delta Quadrant by the Caretaker, a mysterious force overseeing the safety of the Ocampan race who live in the shadow on an impending threat from the vicious Kazon. When the Kazon destroy the Maquis ship, the Voyager crew merges with the Maquis crew to defend themselves from the Kazon. Having destroyed the device which could bring them home, the crew of the Voyager - led by Capt. Kathryn Janeway (Kate Mulgrew), and the crew of the Maquis ship - led by Commander Chakotay (Robert Beltran), must work as a united front in order to meet their mutual goal of finding a way home…

The Star Trek: Voyager DVD features a number of exciting episodes including the series premiere “Caretaker” in which the Federation starship USS Voyager, led by Capt. Kathryn Janeway, is unexpectedly transported 70,000 light years away while pursuing a band of Maquis rebels through an area known as the badlands. The Voyager’s new destination is the Delta Quadrant, an uncharted region of the galaxy overseen by the Caretaker and threatened by the colonial aggression of the Kazon… Other notable episodes from Season 1 include “The Cloud” in which the Voyager accidentally injures an alien life form while searching for an ingredient to boost its energy supply, and “Learning Curve” in which members of Commander Chakotay’s ragtag Maquis crew are given a Starfleet Academy tutorial on how to act properly aboard the Voyager…

Below is a list of episodes included on the Star Trek: Voyager (Season 1) DVD:

Episode 1 (Caretaker: Part 1) Air Date: 01-15-1995
Episode 2 (Caretaker: Part 2) Air Date: 01-15-1995
Episode 3 (Parallax) Air Date: 01-23-1995
Episode 4 (Time and Again) Air Date: 01-30-1995
Episode 5 (Phage) Air Date: 02-03-1995
Episode 6 (The Cloud) Air Date: 02-10-1995
Episode 7 (Eye of the Needle) Air Date: 02-17-1995
Episode 8 (Ex Post Facto) Air Date: 02-24-1995
Episode 9 (Emanations) Air Date: 03-13-1995
Episode 10 (Prime Factors) Air Date: 03-20-1995
Episode 11 (State of Flux) Air Date: 04-10-1995
Episode 12 (Heroes and Demons) Air Date: 04-24-1995
Episode 13 (Cathexis) Air Date: 05-01-1995
Episode 14 (Faces) Air Date: 05-08-1995
Episode 15 (Jetrel) Air Date: 05-15-1995
Episode 16 (Learning Curve) Air Date: 05-22-1995

About the Author

Britt Gillette is author of The DVD Report, a blog where you can find more reviews like this one of the Star Trek: Voyager (DVD).

Many U.S. citizens dreaming of owning a house of their own are initially apprehensive about the elaborate and complicated procedure involved in making a purchase through mortgage. Such people are further worried about the intricate calculations involved in the process of repayment of loans.

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Here’s the issue: you photograph a car for the manufacturer in 2004 and
register the photo with U.S. Copyright Office. In 2005, the car maker
produces the same car except with a different style of wheels. The client
asks you to shoot only the new wheels and add them to the original
photo using Photoshop. The new photo then will be distributed. Do you
need to register the new photograph to obtain full statutory copyright
protection? You do if it would qualify as a derivative work.

As the owner of a copyright, you have complete and exclusive control to
do a variety of things to your photograph, including the right to prepare
derivative works based on the original image. But when you alter a
work, it’s a judgment call as to whether it constitutes a derivative work or
is only a minor variation of the original work.

A derivative work is one that is based on one or more earlier works.
Derivative works include editorial revisions, annotations or other
modifications. A derivative work must be different enough from the
original to be regarded a new work - in other words, it must contain
some substantial, not merely trivial, originality. Making minor changes or
additions of little substance to a preexisting work will not make it a new
version for copyright purposes.

One of the tests to decide whether the new work is a derivative work is
whether the new material is original and copyrightable in itself. Note
that, for reasons not covered here, the standard of originality is higher
for derivative works than it is for those not based on preexisting works.
If your photo meets the definition of a derivative work, it must be
registered for full statutory protection. If the photo only is slightly
modified and does not qualify as a derivative work, then the original
registration covers the work.

In the case cited above, since the photograph of the wheels may be
considered original and copyrightable itself, adding it to the original
photograph probably makes it a new work. For the most protection,
registering the new work is the safest bet.

Take my advice; get professional help.

PhotoAttorney

Copyright 2005 Carolyn E. Wright All Rights Reserved

— ABOUT THE AUTHOR —

Carolyn E. Wright, Esq., has a unique legal practice aimed squarely at
the needs of photographers. A pro photographer herself, Carolyn has
the credentials and the experience to protect photographers. She’s
represented clients in multimillion dollar litigations, but also has the
desire to help new photographers just starting their careers. Carolyn
graduated from Emory University School of Law with a Juris Doctor, and
from Tennessee Tech Univ. with a Masters of Business Administration
degree and a Bachelor of Science degree in music.

She wrote the book on photography law. “88 Secrets to the Law for
Photographers,” by Carolyn and well-known professional photographer,
Scott Bourne, is scheduled for fall 2005 release by Olympic Mountain
School Press. Carolyn also is a columnist for PhotoFocus Magazine.

Carolyn specializes in wildlife photography and her legal website is
http://www.photoattorney.com

You have an injury on the job and have received medical care but then the Workers Compensation Insurance Company turns down your claim. What can you do?

First, you need to find out if your employer filed an accident report with the insurance company and the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission. If so, what was on it? Did it accurately relate an accident at work that occurred at a specific date and time? You can call the Commission at 1-877-664-2566 and check to see if the accident report was filed.

Second, did your treating doctor provide the insurance company with a medical report stating (1) you had an accident (2) this accident resulted in an injury (3) the diagnosis of the injury, for example, back strain and (4) that you are out of work for a number of days or weeks due to this injury. You can obtain the Attending Physician Report Form at the Commission website at
http://www.vwc.state.va.us.

Third, when the insurance company called to take down your recorded statement, what did you say? If you said I don’t recall when I was injured, or I don’t recall when I first felt the “pain in my back,” or I didn’t have any problem at work and only had some pain when I got home, then this may be the reason why your claim is denied. You must specifically (1) relate an accident; (2) state you were at work; (3) relate your symptoms to this accident; and (4) have a doctor’s note that relates your symptoms to this accident.

Fourth, the “denial letter” from the insurance adjuster will probably only say “your accident is not compensable under the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Act.” Of course, this is not enough information to know why your claim is denied. However, if you review the above information you may detect why it is being denied.

Fifth, if you have filed a Claim for Benefits for your injury with the Virginia Workers Compensation Commission, then the Commission will sent our a 20 day letter requesting the insurance company to respond in 20 days either accepting the claim or explaining why it is being denied. The Commission does require the insurance company to specify on its response why the claim is being denied.

Sixth, in the case of a “severe injury” at work that has been denied, you should seek the advice of an experienced workers compensation attorney as soon as possible. Finally, claimants need to be aware that attorneys specialize like doctors. Thus, one should not just consult any attorney but preferably consult one who specializes in Virginia workers’ compensation law.

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They are flashy, hot and very in for the season. Metallic, sequence and don’t forget the faux fur handbags. Just take a look at a crowd and you will see quite a collection of each of these three. They are not hard to spot and definitely make heads turn. Which head turning style do you like to carry this season?

Let’s start with the flashiest of them all, sequence. They are everywhere and everyone is carrying them. They do seem to be a bigger hit with the younger scene. They come in an array of colors as well as sequence styles. Carry them with any outfit and they’ll dress it up no matter what the look. Do be careful, the looks you get may only be on your handbag and not on you. If you want your great outfit to stand out, I don’t recommend carrying one of these handbags.

Metallic is all the rage also. Just wait for the holiday parties and you will see an explosion of these. They come in many different colors but bronze definitely tops the list. There will be the gold rush in December for all those fancy outfits. Gold is being paired with black and also brown. That black little dress is going to look fabulous with the metallic evening bag and the big beaded necklaces.

Now don’t forget the faux fur bags. Some stand out very much but not as much as the sequence and metallics. There are plenty of faux fur trimmed jackets, tops and boots out there. The faux fur handbag will set off the ensemble. Some are a bit on the wild side and others are just really neat looking. As long as they don’t make a roar, these are the most tame out there of all three.

Sequence, metallic and faux fur, get them while they are hot!

The air is crisp, pumpkins are appearing on neighborhood stoops, and it’s football season.

Ah, football season. Even if you don’t know a tight end from a quarterback, you gotta love football. Especially if you want to meet men.

It’s time to scope out a bar where the people dress the way you do (in other words, where you feel comfortable; all bars are not the same!) and start hanging out there when the place is packed with guys watching football games.

The trick is not to show up once and bag a man. Instead, show up regularly (preferably with a cheerful friend), have a couple of drinks (but don’t get drunk!), and become a familiar face. Get the lay of the land: Without staring, check out the regulars. Who’s friendly? Who drinks responsibly? Who tips the bartender well?

Speaking of the bartender, treat him kindly. Tip him, respect him. Be friendly, but don’t be overly flirtatious. Make him your ally. You never know when he’ll mention what a great girl you are to one of his favorite male customers.

Here’s another tip: While you’re in a bar, keep your attention on your friend (and on the game, if you’re into it). Men can smell a woman on the make from a mile away, and you’re so much more attractive when you’re having a great time with a friend. Try not to look like you’re out to lasso a live one.

If you can’t stomach beer and football, head to one of the coffee houses that are popping up all over the universe. My neighborhood recently sprouted two of them, both of which offer delicious salads and sandwiches and live music on weekends. There’s an open mic night at one, which attracts hordes of people from miles around. Make a point of showing up at your soon-to-be-favorite coffee house at least once a week. Different nights tend to attract different crowds, so figure out which night will be yours.

The man of your dreams is not going to walk through your front door (unless he’s an exterminator), so get out of the house! And not just on weekends!

Final tip: Before you put on your earrings and leave the house, write a list of what you do not want in a man (roaring drunk, habitually unemployed, aversion to telling the truth, and so on). Then turn it around and write a list of what you do want (I’m partial to fun and faithful myself).

When you know what you want, it makes attracting it (and recognizing it!), much easier. This technique has worked for me in attracting the right man, the right friends, the right house, and the right dress.

Go for it.