A Closer Look at C.S.I.

The human mind tends to program itself accustomed to searching for the extraordinarily unbelievable and extremely mysterious occurrences in nature. I think it's safe to say that our minds really cannot tolerate being stagnant and incapacitated, so from time to time, we seem to feel the need to be "freaked out" or " astonished" by any heinous or inhuman event or occurrence that directly involves another human being.

We literally glue ourselves to the thriller and horror movies that keep us in suspense from start to finish. We go to Carnivals and to the County Fair so that the challenge or the fear of riding the scariest ride at the Fair can be conquered. We tend to want to watch all of the most realistic police investigative TV shows like CSI-Miami, NCIS, The Next 48, Criminal Minds, Law and Order, and many more of the popular criminally involved police shows.

It really helps to know a little something about the job duties of the Crime Scene Investigator in order to better understand the many TV shows that seem to depict their views of what the job is about. It really helps to know and understand what really needs to be done as an actual "real life" Crime Scene Investigator approaches an incident location. Each crime scene produces its own circumstances, and ultimately, its own evidence to be collected and analyzed. There has never been any two separate and distinct crime scenes that have rendered the same scenario, circumstances, layout, or evidence. All must be greeted differently, and all should be treated differently.

My books are written primarily for the many TV viewers who watch investigative Police Detective shows. Through the use of my published crime/mystery novels and "How To" books, I have combined twenty-three years of experience in Law Enforcement including actual Scene Investigations, with the mere fact that its such an exciting profession, just to help you further understand how a real Crime Scene Investigation is done.

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3D TV Converter - Optimizing Your 3D Experience

There is no doubt that 3D movies makers have movie goers watching one 3D movie to another. The magical display of effects, animation and images leave you dazzled after watching a 3D movie. If you want to watch it again (or perhaps missed watching it), you can always purchase a 3D DVD after a few weeks of its release. But, the equipment to play this DVD might be bit costly for your wallet. Here is where a 3D TV converter comes in.

3D movies are here to stay. Since 2009, there is nothing but good movies in three dimensional features. One of the most talked about movie up for Oscars is Avatar. This is a must see movie. To really appreciate a three dimensional movie you need to see one.

Although 3D movies have more than its fair share of success in the entertainment world, it has its drawbacks. You must have the right equipment to truly appreciate a 3D movie.

A 3D TV converter is one way to ensure you get a great picture. Standard television might not deliver the same effects due to its 2-dimensional features. A 3D TV converter would only cost approximately $100 dollars. It is also inexpensive with the same fun factor as those rendered with 3D ready gadgets.

A 3D TV converter been truly recognized as an amazing gadget that will help you get 3D pictures for less. Today, many individuals find this a cost-effective entertainment device.

With an analog TV, a digital converter box is used to receive digital transmissions. All you need to do is buy this 3D TV converter box in your local stores or online. It might be best to have that digital converter fit your television first before purchasing it. If you want to purchase it online, look for positive customer reviews just to ensure that you are purchasing a sturdy and high-quality digital converter.

When you connect this converter box to your television, you will receive 3D images like those in HDTV. Although there might be some discrepancies, you still get satisfactory results compared to an expensive HDTV.

Enjoying a good 3D movie does not have to be costly. It would be great if you have all the 3D ready gadgets but it is not necessary. With a 3D TV converter, you get a great picture and movie experience for a lower cost. So, grab your favorite drinks and snacks and make it a 3D movie night tonight!

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New York CSI TV Series - Is it a Family?

Over the years, like many of us I have watched a lot of TV. Lately I have thought about what makes a good TV series. What was the common thread that made me go back and continue to watch a series, week after week? Just what was it that made me a fan?

The Original Concept
The original concept of a series is very helpful in attracting attention to the program. The many crime scene investigative series that are now on TV have been highly rated since their debuts. This is probably because viewers want to see crimes solved, period. They want to see the guilty put behind bars and the key thrown away. And ever since the beginning of using DNA as evidence about twenty years ago, the whole field of forensic science has produced irrefutable evidence which has been incredibly powerful in finding the guilty and convicting them.

Watching these CSIs (crime scene investigators) collect evidence, study it and finally find and arrest the guilty captures a lot of interest. But will this by itself keep the series going and keep the fans happy?

Characters
The series must have living, breathing, caring characters. The characters have to be at least a little bigger than life and have to be unique. They have to have problems just like the rest of us. Some have unresolvable problems.They suffer from the loss of a father or their wife or husband. Or are orphans trying to make their way always thinking about what might have been. We sympathize and sometimes even empathize with them.

Many TV series have had their heroes or heroines going about in there lives being productive, but always on their minds are the things that could have been. If dad or mom had lived. Or if my wife was still here, etc.

Good characterization is helpful, but if a series makes the next step it prolongs its life.

The Family
Thinking about it further, it is more than just the characters and their problems. It finally came to me one day - it is the 'family'. Does the cast create a family? Is there love or a special caring between the characters? If there is no caring then the series is probably doomed. There has to be love for human interest. Family adds that extra touch.

New York CSI
When I watch New York CSI episodes, I see characters who definitely have their problems. The lead detective Mac Taylor is a workaholic. Maybe this is because he loved his wife so dearly and she died in the Trade Towers on 9/11. Or is it that he is an ex marine officer and has that stick-to-it-ness that good marines always take with them when they leave the Corps?

The idea of family is taken one step further by Mac. He acts a lot like the good father of his CSIs. He has a steady hand and is very wise like a father who has gathered a lot of smarts over the years and uses them to guide the younger ones he is raising.

Stella Bonasera the number two detective, is like the mother of the CSIs. She is strong, wise, and cares for Mac almost like a wife. She does at times go astray (do her own unauthorized investigations) in doing things that Mac would not approve of, but in the end it makes her a little bigger than life and also makes for an interesting plot.

Danny Messer is a CSI and like the errant son that Mac is always trying to guide along, he nevertheless seems to end up getting into problems because Danny won't listen to the shrewd advice that comes his way.

Lindsay Monroe a CSI is like a close daughter to Mac. She listens to him, but is fully capable on her own of doing the tasks assigned to her.

These four characters are the central, closely-knit family. There are three or four more characters who are more like cousins and assist Mac and his crime team.

Mac watches over all of the members of his team and cares for their welfare. They have the greatest respect for him. The end result is a program that captures the hearts of its fans who keep coming back to see how the 'family' reacts to the next set of crimes it has to solve. So the next time you watch NY CSI see if you agree with these observations.

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A Family Guy Includes Sarah Palin As Special, But She Doesn't Like It

It's All About Family

Some family things are annoying and can make you want to belong to some other family. What can be annoying? While driving to school nice and early, the peace of a morning is shattered by dad slurping his coffee. When the majority in the car wants to hear some upbeat tunes, dad puts on something down and out, and obscure, from the 60s, and sings it really loud. Dad and mom kiss each other goodbye and do a fanny dance in front of the kids' friends and they think it's gross. Mom walks the kids right past the school door and says the most embarrassing things like, "I love you, don't pick your nose or suck your finger." But one thing we all depend upon our family for is belonging in a special family circle. Special is supposed to be something important to us-and there is nothing as special as a family!

Just like all families, the fictional "Family Guy"and the real Sarah Palin's family have their specialness (in Palin's case, special may sometimes refer to her son with Down Syndrome). Now, whether a family's specialness means the cool stuff, or the craziness, it's really just all part of being a family.

Being Included

It is special to be included. Nobody likes to be excluded-that can even bring on tears. A BFF (best friend forever) says, "I'm not your friend" and runs off to play with somebody else. A relay captain picks his team, but you are left hanging-out, praying not to be picked last. When we are included we feel wanted, important and necessary.

And so in a sense, one of the most wonderful things the "Family Guy" TV program shows is that any family member, no matter how zany or embarrassing, is part of the family circle.

Why the "Family Guy" is Special?

Who wants to a watch a TV show with some formulaic do-good role models anyway? Most of us would be more interested in viewing characters whose words and actions are truer to how real live people interact. The "Family Guy" does not suggest how to behave, or spend your time or how to do anything. It is a day to day account of the ordinary things that one family does. Making sense of it all is a trivia-spouting baby and a talking dog. Of course, this also makes the "Family Guy" both unusual and special. Another special thing about this show is it brings song and dance to all who watch. It's just like Broadway's raunchy, saucy, flashy, over the top musical theater. And isn't it hard to get musical theater these days without paying a fortune!

Can there be things that are annoying and downright disgusting about the show? Sure. But just like when you throw away your junk in a garage sale, and somebody sees it, loves it and will actually pay good money for a special treasure, there's no accounting for taste.

Valentine Special

In the Valentine episode that invoked Sarah, sweet overweight Chris confided that he really likes Ellen from his math class and would love to invite her to dinner. But he hasn't a stitch of confidence to be able to make a move, or a clue about gentlemanly ways. Stewie, the baby, offers "poetic" advice to this teen as musical theater singing about how to be a gentleman. He does refer to Ellen with many special accolades including ones that mentions that Ellen is (which is true both in the show and in real life) a Down syndrome girl. In his words, "Impress that effervescing, self-possessing, no-BS-ing, Down syndrome girl. Her eyes are emerald portals to a secret land of love and her smile is like the sweetest summer flower."

During the dinner date, Ellen, looking special but sounding not especially different from other girls, mentions some very casual information about herself including that her mother is the former Governor of Alaska. Now, don't you think just about every teen-aged girl who mentions her mother will immediately take that opportunity to go on a long rant about the woman? Whether it's fashion or truth, a little teen dissing of a mom, is part of the age. So, what could be nicer than this character feeling her mom is okay?

Getting a Laugh Out of It

As it turns out, when Chris takes Ellen home, he finds that Ellen is not special after all because, just like many so-called "regular" girls, she has the same imperfections that boys often complain about. What are those imperfections? Some might say it's a matter of being strong willed, proud, and having the courage to demand what you want; while others might say it's a matter of being a witch, and whatever rhymes with that! That is irony, which is not everyone's cup of special tea.

That's the kind of respectful daughter to be happy about! However, former Alaska governor and vice-presidential candidate Sarah. Palin insulted since everyone got the idea that the character, Ellen, is dumb because her mom is dumb. And here's where the shoe drops off the other foot and is the double whammy, or the rub-Ellen turns out to be not dumb, but a stuck up, full-of-herself "witch". And as they say, the apple does not fall far from the tree!

But, this is comedy, not your role modeling public TV broadcast. So Sarah, you were not even mentioned by name in the show. But next time, if you get a reference in a popular comedy, don't get upset, get a laugh about yourself. You've got to have annoying habits and imperfections like everyone else. And, take a page from another famous TV comic, Dana Carvey's immortal Church Lady, and think, "Well, isn't that special!"

Cynthia Lechan-Goodman is a seasoned educator, counselor, writer and artist. Although she holds a Master's Degree in Education and Counseling, she finds the most amazing and complex education is the one she receives everyday from her relationships as wife and mommy - both of which occurred very late in life, proving dreams can always come true. She loves juggling her writing, painting murals and portraits, with seeing the world through the eyes of her child and husband! Go to this Kid-Friendly Website A top line resource on clean humor for young families.

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