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    Star Wars Loteria Cards

    If you grew up in one of the border states you probably know a little bit about the Mexican Loteria game. Its like bingo but with pictures instead of numbers. I've even some of the images as hipster art, 'La Mano' blown up as a poster. I used to play with my siblings when we would visit my...
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    Unlimited Backyardigans appreciation thread

    My 3 year old loves this NickJr program. The show is very well done and music is mostly good. I was in a meeting this morning and could not get this song out of my head. Castaways, we are castaways Ahoy there, ahoy, we are castaways We're stuck where we are, with no house, no car...
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    AT&T Bundled Services

    Currently i have an AT&T land line, about $50 a month after taxes fees etc. Time Warner Road Runner for cable internet about $58 a month after taxes fees and Dish Network family 100 package I think about $39 after taxes fees. I am considering getting the bundled package for Pro DSL, ATT...
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    "Defending the country that's trying to kick my family out" is tough

    Hopefully before Bush leaves office he will get to sign a revised Imigration Bill. In my opinion anyone that can document living and working in this country for 3+ years should be given a clear path to citizenship after paying a fee of about $2,000. CNN U.S. sailor: Don't deport my...
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    Texas, Mexico link electric grids

    I have no issue with this, In my opinion I would call it progress, since both the state of Texas and Mexico could equally benefit. Northern Mexico Power Plants are mostly natural gas which not the best is better than the coal plants Texas wants to build. On the other hand, the ?North...
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    Question about pokers chips

    I'm helping plan a Casino Night Party and we need to buy some chips. I have a few questions. Is there really a difference betwen 7.5 and 11.5 and higher chips? We plan on having multiple tables; poker, blackjack, etc. how many chips would be recommended for each table (about five people...
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    Dish Network Question

    I am going to a ranch cabin this weekend that used to have Dish Network. My folks canceled Dish so there is no receiver but the the satelite is still in place. If i take one of my extra Dish receivers from my house that has an active account will it work?
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    870 express shotgun question

    I?ve owned the 12 gauge Remington 870 express shotgun for about 2 years and only use it about two times per season, (exclusively for Dove/Quail/Skeet). This weekend I went quail hunting and went through about 2 boxes of shells and as usual my arm is sore. For those of you that have used a...
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    Panasonic DVD-LS50 @ Amazon with two rebates

    Link Cost $352 Free shipping Rebate for carrying case and car/plane adapter Rebate for $50 off future amazon purchase offer expires 8-1-04 help me decide
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    Hilarious Flash Movie - Bush/Kerry

    hope it isnt a repost, enjoy some language jibjab
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    Pharmacist refuses to refill birth control

    I wonder how many perscriptions for birthcontrol a pharmacy recieves every day? Pharmacist refuses to refill birth control Area woman denied pill in what some fear is becoming trend 12:41 PM CST on Wednesday, March 31, 2004 By GRETEL C. KOVACH / The Dallas Morning News A...
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    Are War injuries crimes?

    I'll cut straight to the chase (Its Bush's fault and he is a criminal) Are war injuries crimes? Legal issues are thorny as wounded soldier tries to tap state victims fund 09:39 PM CST on Monday, March 1, 2004 By SCOTT FARWELL / The Dallas Morning News WASHINGTON, D.C. ? An Army...
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    Finding Nemo DVD 14.99, Free Finding Nemo Mousepad with purchase.

    at Circuit City a good price on the DVD, I'll have to pick this one up for the kids ;) Weekly Ad Dallas/Fort Worth
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    What do you think will happen to Cuba when Castro dies?

    I've spoken with friends that are Cuban American and they think that "they" as a people with the help of the US will flock back to reclaim it. Personally i dont think it will be that easy. I dont think communism will crumble the second he dies. Castro is a smart man so i'm sure he is...
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    Why isnt that dollar coin in wider circulation?

    the only place that seems to have it is the post office vending machines. :disgust:
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    Bush Approval Ratings

    God Bless America
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    U.S. to Sharply Cut Number of High-Tech Visas

    H-1b visa I think its a good move, but i wonder if the companies that use H-1b's will just notch up their outsourcing to other countries. discuss
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    George Bush Action figure

    i nearly covered my monitor with coffee when i saw this. American Hero
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    who has better music prices?

    Best Buy or Fryes? I know, I know, boycott the music industry. I?ve been feeling the urge to buy new music. I went to Half Price Books, but their selection was poor. I looked into buymusic.com but their prices were awful and so many restrictions. any other recommendations?
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    Rumsfeld Sees No Link Between Iraq, 9/11

    sort of leaves Cheney flapping in the wind, since he is still making the 9/11 Iraq connection. Rumsfeld Sees No Link Between Iraq, 9/11 Tue Sep 16, 8:29 PM ET By ROBERT BURNS, AP Military Writer WASHINGTON - Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said Tuesday he had no reason to believe...
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    Adminstration mulls outsourcing entire Iraq deployment

    Dear Mr. Rumsfeld, We understand that you are concerned about the cost of US Armed forces deployment in Iraq, and your efforts to cut these costs are being thwarted by negative media publicity (for instance the very logical cut in salaries for the GIs). We believe we have the right solution to...
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    Rick Perry, Texas Govenor and the puppet of Tom Delay

    "I am a Uniter not a divider" George Bush. In a nutshell, Tom Delay doesnt like the way three Republican Judges drew the 2000 redistricting maps, and he urged the Repulican Govenor to redraw the maps. in his view he wants to cram Texas with Super Republican Districts in its wealthy suburbs...
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    Which song version of "Landslide" do you like best?

    I guess its a popular song to be recorded. I've heard versions by Stevie Nicks, Smashing Pumkins, Dixie Chicks, and Dolly Pardon. I like the Smashing Pumkins version best. Stevie Nicks comes in second and the rest are just soso.
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    Thoughts on the ATI All in Wonder 9000 pro

    i have one on order. i was just about to purchase the AIW 8500dv when i stumbled across some info on the aiw 9000 pro. i was wondering if any of you guys actually own one and what you think of it. There are a few hardware site reviews, and almost no consumer reviews. thanks
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    ATI All in Wonder 8500DV vs GeForce4 TI-4200

    I'm putting together a AMD setup on an Aus A7N8X Board. and i'm looking for video card suggestions. My main computer activities will consist of general office applications, moderate gaming (Warcraft III, SimCity 4K), and Video in DVD burning. The higher end AIW cards are out of my price...
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    Home Theater advice needed

    I need some advice picking out a Home Theater system. with my limited funds ($300-$400) i want a system that has a active sub, as well as dolby digital, and DTS. I have reduced my choices down to three "home theater in a box" systems 1. Sony HTDDW830 550 watts with 50 for the sub...
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    Do any on you own shower radios?

    i'm in the market for one and wanted some recomendations. Just AM/FM, maybe weatherband if not to $$$ thanks
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    Someone I used to work with was charged with murder

    I used to work with this guy. He was the CFO, and I was in contract management. Seemed normal enough to me. He always talked about his kids. Creepy feeling, especially since I have two girls of my own http://www.dallasnews.com/latestnews/356534_battaglia03e.html
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    How do I reassign an IRQ address for Sound Blaster Live value?

    Today i purchase a HP Scanjet 3300Cse at CompUSA. I installed software and connected the USB cables, and it hangs when the scan process begins. I suspect it doesnt work due to an IRQ conflict. Soundblaster Live, my network card and my two usb ports all share IRQ 11. IRQ 5 is empty and i...
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    Price for Samsung 955DF

    I?m in the market for a new monitor and have narrowed it down to the Samsung 955DF, and the Cornerstone c901. It?s for home use with a combination of 30% work, 30% surfing and 40% gaming. I?m leaning towards the Samsung but when I was searching previous threads concerning the 955DF I noticed...
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    AMD Duron/Thunderbird FSB Overclocking

    I'm new to overclocking and wanted to get some things straight from overclocking experts. Since both chips are multiplier locked can you still overclock the fsb? I wanted to get a duron 600 or 700 with the new abit board when it comes out. If so, how far can you be one be expected to push...