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Dr. Rajiv Shah serves as the 16th Administrator of USAID and leads the efforts of more than 9,600 professionals in 80 missions around the world.
Since being sworn in on Dec. 31, 2009, Shah managed the U.S. Government's response to the devastating 2010 earthquake in Port-au-Prince, Haiti; co-chaired the State Department's first review of American diplomacy and development operations; and now spearheads President Barack Obama's landmark Feed the Future food security initiative. He is also leading "USAID Forward," an extensive set of reforms to USAID's business model focusing on seven key areas, including procurement, science & technology, and monitoring & evaluation.
Before becoming USAID's Administrator, Shah served as undersecretary for research, education and economics, and as chief scientist at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. At USDA, he launched the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, which significantly elevated the status and funding of agricultural research.
Prior to joining the Obama administration, Shah served for seven years with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, including as director of agricultural development in the Global Development Program, and as director of strategic opportunities.
Originally from Detroit, Shah earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania Medical School and his master's in health economics from the Wharton School of Business. He attended the London School of Economics and is a graduate of the University of Michigan.
Shah is married to Shivam Mallick Shah and is the father of three children. He lives in Washington, D.C.
Tôi vinh dự được cùng quý vị kỷ niệm Ngày người Khuyết tật Việt nam 2013 và phát biểu về nỗ lực chung của chúng ta nhằm khuyến khích và hỗ trợ người khuyết tật Việt Nam.
It is my pleasure to join you to mark the 2013 Vietnamese Disabilities Day and talk about our joint efforts to encourage and support Vietnamese with disabilities.
I must admit that it's daunting to speak before religious scholars, and organizations such as Catholic Relief Services, St. Egidio, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, the U.S. Institute of Peace, and Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies. I feel like the man who was asked to speak about Whale Anatomy, and as he looks into the audience, he sees Jonah.
The task is made less daunting by the recognition that Pope John's 23rd encyclical is accessible throughout five decades. In the 1960's, it's accessible during nuclear disarmament and an end to the arms race, as well as decolonization and an end to the caste system dividing nations. It can be applied to the 1970's, as we witnessed gender equality and women's empowerment on the rise, and an end to racial and ethnic prejudice and discrimination. We can look to it as we committed to treatises on the inter-connection of global human rights and peace in the 1980's. And in the 1990's, it's useful at the need to ensure that growing science and technology is pursued not as a goal of its own but as a means toward the betterment of mankind. More recently, perhaps not surprising given my position as USAID's Deputy Administrator, it is a strong endorsement of foreign assistance as a means of building peaceful, stable societies. It may sound self-serving since my agency's budget is going to the Hill tomorrow, but paragraph 88 reminds us:
Since 1954, we have helped feed a billion people in over 150 countries. Initially, it was an act with no apparent downside. Our farmers had an outlet for their surplus food. Our ocean carriers filled their vessels with food aid. And vulnerable people halfway around the world received their next meal.
But over the last 60 years, the world has changed. Today, agriculture is the second most productive aspect of the American economy, and we just experienced the strongest four years in history for agricultural trade. Between now and 2050, demand for food will be so strong that agricultural production will have to grow 60 percent just to keep up. Rather than surpluses, we talk of shortages. And as a result, the cost of doing business has grown by 200 percent—eroding our humanitarian reach and impact.
Thank you. It is really special to have the opportunity to be here, and I just want to say thank you very much.
And I do want to note that it is very special for me to get to be hosted by Senator Boozman here in his home state. He has been obviously a dedicated public servant and I think everyone here knows about his tremendous accomplishments on behalf of the state. What you might not know as much about is the fact that he chairs the Malaria Caucus and the Hunger Caucus, and that he fights really hard on issues that maybe have not traditionally been seen as particularly rewarding to spend time on from a political perspective because he brings such personal passion and commitment to the work, and I have had a chance to see that leadership in action in Washington.
HÀ NỘI, ngày 3/4/2013 -- Tôi vui mừng được tham gia cùng quý vị trong buổi khai mạc hội nghị quan trọng này về phối hợp áp dụng phương thức tiếp cận Một Sức khoẻ. Việt Nam đang thể hiện vai trò đi đầu trong lĩnh vực này và Hoa Kỳ rất vui mừng cộng tác với Việt Nam trong việc phát hiện và kiểm soát có hiệu quả các bệnh truyền nhiễm trước khi các bệnh đó ảnh hưởng đến sức khoẻ và sinh kế của người dân Việt Nam và thế giới.
HANOI, April 3, 2013 -- It is my pleasure to join you in opening this important conference on One Health coordination. Vietnam is showing leadership in this area and the United States is very pleased to partner with Vietnam to effectively detect and control infectious diseases, before they damage the health and livelihoods of the people of Vietnam and the world.
It's a great honor to moderate this panel on the Framework and Priorities for the Post-2015 Development Agenda. I wanted to take a few moments at the start to introduce the panel and the panelists. We will be looking back over changes since the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) were established, looking forward to the post-2015 goals, and even looking inward as we consider how we as governments, international organizations, civil society, and private companies can play our full and proper roles in this exercise.
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Oyster Salad w/ Sundried Tomato Vinaigrette
Red/Yellow bell pepper 2oz julianne
Grape Tomatoes 2oz halved
Cucumber 2oz Diced
Sliced Almonds 2oz Toasted
Fresh Basil 2oz Chiffonnade
Fresh Greens 4 c
Fresh Oysters 6oz
Seasoned Flour ½ c
Corn Starch ½ c
Sundried Tomato Vinaigrette
Garlic 2 cloves
Shallot 1 tsp
Grain Mustard 1 tsp
Ginger 1 tbl
Honey ¼ c
Cilantro (fresh) ¼ c
Basil (fresh) ½ c
Sundried Tomatoes 1 ½ c
White Balsamic Vinegar 1 c Note: Rice Vinegar will work nice too
Olive Oil 1 ½ c
Method for Vinaigrette
Combine all ingredients in a blender, except for fresh herbs and oil. Blend
While blending, drizzle in olive oil until fully incorporated.
Add fresh herbs at the end, salt and pepper to taste.
Building the Salad
Bring ¼ inch of olive oil in a sauté pan to medium heat.
Combined seasoned flour and corn starch, dredge the oysters in the mix.
Saute half the oysters at a time for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Let sit on paper towel until served.
Toss greens with Vinaigrette-top with Peppers, Tomatoes, Almonds, and Fried Oysters.
Garnish with fresh basil.
Teres Major w/ Pizziola Sauce
Teres Major 16oz
Olive Oil 1tbl
White Wine ¼ c
Fortified Beef Stock ½ c
Tomato Paste 1tbl
Sugar 1tbl
Fresh Oregano 1tbl chopped
Fresh Parsley 2tbl chopped
Fresh Basil 1tbl chiffonnade
Fire Roasted Tomato 1quart
Garlic 1tbl minced
Green Bell Pepper ¼ c
Red Bell Pepper ¼ c
Yellow Onion ½ c
Capers 2 tbl
Brined Olives 1 tbl (Optional)
Method for the Teres Major
In a sauce pot, heat olive oil on med high.
Saute peppers, onions, and garlic for 2-3 min.
Add tomato paste, sugar, and cook for 2-3 min.
Deglaze with wine, reduce by half.
Add beef stock and reduce by half.
Add Tomatoes, capers, olives, and fresh herbs. Simmer for 15-20 min.
Taste for Seasoning.
Yeilds 1 quart of sauce.
Grill teres until desired doneness, serve with pizziola sauce.


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Don't Do Anything to Yourself by Bonnie-Sue Hitchcock
Alaska Natives have the highest suicide rates in the country, but a program that enables teens to mentor their peers is working to stop the trend. The Natural Helpers program provides help in the Lower Yukon school district, but other regions in the state are looking at the program's success. Every year the kids hold retreats to train the next wave of Natural Helpers. We'll listen-in on a retreat in the village of Hooper Bay.
Into a Million Pieces from Youth Radio Vermont
How does a parent cope with losing a child? In October of 2003, John Halligan was faced with this heart-wrenching question after receiving the devastating news that his 13-year-old son, Ryan, had committed suicide. Since that time, he has traveled nationwide sharing his son's story in hopes of preventing teen suicide. Rebecca Starr spoke with him about how he copes with the loss of his son.
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ZF2-270: Validator\Db\NoRecordExists - Fatal error: Class 'Zend\Db\Table\AbstractTable' not found
The NoRecordExists, RecordExists validator must be re factored to comply with the Zend\Db changes
Roman, do you means Zend\Validator\Db\AbstractDb must be re factored? since there is no external class in NoRecordExists or RecordExists.
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Sony looks set to send PS3 off in style as Xbox 360 fizzles out
- Posted June 22nd, 2012 at 06:03 EDT by Michael Harradence
Let's not kid ourselves here. This year's E3 was always going to be a slightly muddled transition period for the industry, with platform holders eager to squeeze the most out of their current-gen machines before the inevitable unveiling of next-gen systems in 2013.
PS3 and Xbox 360 are quickly approaching their twilight years, and while we expect to see both units supported for the foreseeable future, those triple-A exclusives are slowly drying up. As such, E3 gave us a glimpse at what will likely be Sony and Microsoft's swansong offerings for their respective platforms.
We at PSU.com game on many systems, Xbox 360 included. But what's interesting is that after taking a butcher's at what both PS3 and 360 are offering for 2013, we'd be willing to bet a small amount of money on our belief that Sony's console offers unequivocally the most diverse, unique software to see us through until fresh hardware arrives.
Let's talk about the games. Halo 4 and Gears of War: Judgement are easily the two biggest 360 exclusives on the horizon, just as The Last of Us and Beyond (with The Last Guardian a distant possibility) are likely to be PS3's last crop of exclusives. However, while Gears and Halo's pedigree cannot be put into question, they're hardly the most original line-ups, despite some impressive changes to the formula, largely in the multiplayer landscape.
The Last Of Us blew us away at E3
They're both established franchises, and while that has served 360 well in the past, it would have been nice to receive something fresh to see the console off to that great plastics factory in the sky. Reading around the net, it's clear that some gamers are tired of the same old series and want to see something new.
PS3 on the other hand offers something that is completely new and unique. Both Naughty Dog and Quantic Dream's next offerings are new IPs, and are completely disparate in terms of fundamental gameplay mechanics and narrative.
The Last of Us is a bleak, post-apocalyptic adventure game focusing on survival and the relationship between its two heroes, Joel and Ellie.This isn't just another shoot-'em-up, and while parallels can be drawn between this and Uncharted in terms of combat, it still stands on its own two feet.
Ammo and supplies are scarce, enemies are highly intelligent, and the game positively oozes tension and atmosphere. These aspects are further accentuated by the utterly stunning visuals, which depict a society that has decayed and totally collapsed, with only stranglers left scavenging around the dilapidated buildings and lonely streets.
Speaking of scavenging, this forms a core component of The Last of Us, with players required to cobble together an arsenal of make-shift weapons and tools by hunting for useful items throughout the environment. You can't just blast your way through encounters; you could be struggling for ammo and have to find a way of circumventing dangers, or at the very least meticulously plan out how you're going to make it through with the limited supplies you possess. It's an entirely different dynamic to your traditional action-adventure.
The fear of surviving and running out of essentials constantly plays on your mind, making it a highly cerebral experience as much as anything else. And for that, The Last of Us is something that's definitely going to be worth the wait and surely go down as one of the PS3's most impressive titles to date.
Beyond on the other hand is likely to prove as polarising as David Cage's previous PS3 effort, Heavy Rain, but that's beside the point. What we have here is yet another example of an exclusive, highly unique experience that seeks to push the boundaries of interactive storytelling and videogames in general.
Aside from the obvious clout of casting Ellen Page as lead heroine Jodie Holmes, Beyond is possibly the best-looking PS3 game we've clapped eyes on, and it's clear that the visual fidelity in Quantic's Kara tech demo has been used as the basis for this latest adventure. The graphics are stunning, from the immaculately-crafted facial expressions to jaw-dropping lighting and shadows effects that bring to life the on-screen action.
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Humans' music and genes may have evolved together
Jeff Schmaltz, MODIS/GSFC/NASA
Music may be a tool scientists can use to trace human migrations.
Researchers analyzed traditional folk songs and the mitochondrial DNA among nine indigenous populations of Taiwan and found an association between the diversity of the groups' music and the variation in the groups' genetic material.
The results provide the first measurable evidence that variation in music and genes can develop at the same time, the team reports November 12 in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B.
Traditional songs of modern-day indigenous populations may also hold traces of ancient populations' interactions and migrations, the researchers note. Music could therefore be a new marker, in addition to language, genes and other characteristics, that scientists use to retrace the paths that humans took around the world, they say.
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Ben Bernanke Drags His Walrus Out Again
Hey, kids, gather round for Ben Bernanke's Econopocalypse Family Fun Show, coming to you live from Washington, DC!
When we last saw Ben, he was pulling a walrus on the Senate Budget Committee, so let's find out what he has up his sleeve today…
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke, speaking at the Council on Foreign Relations right now, said that broad overhaul of the financial regulatory system is necessary to prevent another crisis from happening.
Bernanke said that system-wide oversight, something known as "macroprudential regulation" is required, and that the Fed could be the home for that, or it could be another agency.
Wink wink nudge nudge, it could be the Fed… just sayin'. Cough. Eyelash flutter. Seductive stroking of beard. (Unless it turns out that overseeing the entire financial system is a real pain in the ass. In which case, eh, foist that off on Geithner too.)
Fascinating, yes, but none of this addresses the one question that most Americans want answered right now. The Council on Foreign Relations asked Ben Bernanke this question, this one question, and… oh my God! He did it again!
Asked when the recession will end, Bernanke said: "My forecasting ability on this recession has been about as good as the win-loss percentage of the Washington Nationals," referring to the baseball team that finished in last place last season.
Zing, huh, Ben? Don't forget to put that on your resume when you apply for that system-wide oversight gig.
Anyway, how about this for an answer: the recession will end when Ben Bernanke answers a direct question about the end of the recession with an actual answer about the end of the recession, or when he eats his own beard, whichever happens first.
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100 Point Lead: Amber Wing Victorious at Pro Wakeboard Tour Stop in Monroe, Extends Queen of Wake Advantage
Amber wing is still on a roll. A big roll.
Oakley's Australian ripper extended her championship standings lead to 100 points after claiming victory at the Pro Wakeboard Tour Stop in Monroe, Wash. – displaying her continued dominance this season over a talent-packed field that includes the likes of fellow Oakley rider and defending Queen of Wake Nicola Butler.
"I was super nervous about finals today," Amber said, rocking her Oakley gear and eyewear. "I really want to be the overall winner, and as the season gets closer to the end, the more the pressure builds up."
A clean Whirly Bird, Moby Dick and a massive Scarecrow sealed the deal for Amber in the finals: Clearly a statement of her intention to defend her position on top.
Meanwhile, fellow Aussie and young phenom Harley Clifford took to the water to regain a lead in the King of Wake standings. Three 900 variations thrown down during the semis seemed to have made a statement – but some off runs during the Final Round allowed Phil Soven to take the win.
Fellow Oakley rider Aaron Rathy, however, claimed a solid second place finish…a signal of his return to top form after sitting out last season with an injury.
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By Alexandra Pecci
---- — It might be hard to believe with the snow piled high in backyards and parking lots, but it's time to plan for summer camp. And as a resident of the Merrimack Valley, you are in a great position to do so: New Hampshire and Massachusetts are rich with options for every interest. That means that whether your child loves math and science, sports, or the great outdoors, there's sure to be a camp to match.
Meanwhile, all those choices can be daunting. That's why camp fairs can be such a big help to parents. This Sunday two such fairs are scheduled: one at the Derryfield Country Club in Manchester, and another at the Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel & Conference Center. More than 50 camps will be represented at each of these Summer Camp and Program Expos, giving parents a chance to talk with counselors and other camp professionals to learn about the offerings.
Among the exhibitors is LetGo Your Mind, a traveling summer camp and enrichment program that focuses on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) topics by using Legos to create hands-on activities for kids, such as building robots, making music videos, and creating stop animation.
"This year's theme is Star Wars," says director and teacher Jim Harvey. "The kids get all the fun and what the parents see on top of it is that they're getting the math and science skills behind it."
Harvey says the camp travels from town to town, bringing the week-long curriculum to communities throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire, including North Andover, Wakefield, and Melrose, Mass., and Salem, Nashua, Dover, and Bedford, N.H., as well as Burlington, VT.
With small groups and certified teachers as instructors, each kid gets an interactive experience.
"I know we nail it when it comes to kids having fun and creativity," Harvey says.
For outdoor fun and physical activity, Merrimack Valley parents can check out some of the many camps offered by places like the YMCA, Boys and Girls Clubs, and athletic clubs. Among them is Cedardale Health & Fitness in Haverhill, which offers multi-week camps for kids ranging in age from 3 to 18 years old.
"The kids really get to use a lot of the facility that Cedardale offers," says manager Matt Crocker. "You don't have to be a member to go to the camp."
For example, campers get access to the batting cages, indoor playspaces, mini-golf, 30-foot ropes course, multiple pools and splash pads, and indoor athletic equipment and facilities.
"There're a lot of different things that you get to do that you may not" do elsewhere, Crocker says.
To explore all of your options, check out the upcoming camp fairs and visit online resources such as masscamps.com, which features a directory of summer camps in all six New England states. Check out a few more local camps here:
YMCA Camp Lincoln, Kingston, N.H.
Set on the shores of Kingston Lake, Camp Lincoln offers day and overnight camps, as well as arts-themed and adventure camps and counselor training programs. Learn more at 603-642-3361 or ymcacamplincoln.org.
Camp Tasker, Newton, N.H.
The summer day camp of the Boys & Girls Club of Haverhill offers activities such as swimming in Country Pond or in the camp's pool, boating, fishing, soccer, baseball/softball, arts and crafts, basketball, and tennis. Learn more at 978-374-6171 or haverhillbgc.org/camp-tasker.
Merrimack Valley YMCA Camps, various locations
The Merrimack Valley YMCA operates two overnight camps on Lake Winnipesaukee's Bear Island in New Hampshire: Camp Lawrence for boys and Camp Nokomis for girls. It also runs a Family Camp for nine days at the end of the summer at Camp Lawrence. There's also a day camp and travel camp located on Captain's Pond in Salem, NH. Learn more at 978-975-1330, firstname.lastname@example.com, or camp.mvymca.org/.
LEtGO Your Mind, various locations
LEtGO Your Mind is a traveling summer camp and enrichment program that focuses on STEM topics by using Legos to create hands-on activities for kids. Learn more at 603-714-8784 or letgoyourmind.com.
Cedardale Health & Fitness Summer Camps, Bradford, Mass.
Cedardale offers multi-week camps for kids ranging in age from 3 to 18 years old, including three-day camps for kids of different ages, tennis camps, and an elite players' basketball camp. Learn more at cedardale-health.net or cedarland.net.
Thompson Island Outward Bound Course Activities, Boston
Three adventure-based courses include sailing, kayaking, climbing, and exploration of the Boston Harbor Islands National Park Area and Massachusetts Bay. Students live outdoors camping and cooking, learning navigation and sailing/kayaking skills. Learn more at 617-830-5144 or thompsonisland.org.
Camp Evergreen, Andover
Hiking, fishing, arts and crafts, swimming, drama, boating, horseback riding, and sports are just a few of the activities offered at the day- and overnight camps at Camp Evergreen. Learn more at 978-475-2502 or campevergreen.com.
Art Camp for Kids, Manchester, N.H.
The Currier Museum of Art offers Art Camp for Kids ages 5 to 12. Learn more at 603.669.6144, x122 or currier.org.
CAMP EXPOS What: Parenting NH's Summer Camp and Program Expos. When: Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Derryfield Country Club, 625 Mammoth Road, Manchester. How: Call (603) 669-0235. AND When: Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel & Conference Center, 250 Market St., Portsmouth. How: 603-431-2300.


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Land of the Maharajas (AHLM)
Legend has it that colour film was invented specifically to capture the vibrancy of India. (Okay, we made that up, but still.) This adventure offers a look at the history and heritage of this land, bringing you to the imperial Mughal cities of Agra and New Delhi, stunning capitals of the former princely states—home to sprawling haveli and Rajput-era palaces—and rural Rajasthan villages and fortified towns untouched by time. And with private transport and unique accommodation throughout, you'll feel a little like royalty yourself.
Highlights: Experience the regal lifestyle by staying in heritage homes and rural palaces, explore stunning forts and intriguing local markets, discover rural Indian culture in hamlets and villages, walk through Delhi's backstreets with a young adult guide taking part in a program to help get kids off the street
Wonders of Borneo (AABE)
Bored of simply watching wildlife on your TV? Why not take a trip to Borneo to get up close and personal with the animals yourself? This trip is the perfect introduction to Borneo for those who have never been, and even those who have experienced Borneo before will surely spot some new sights. You'll go from exploring rainforest environments and soaking in hot springs to the rush of vibrant Kota Kinabalu, staying in comfortable accommodations along the way. There's a ton to see and do on this trip, and you can look forward to finishing off your adventure with some much deserved relaxation on a tropical beach...perfection.
Highlights: Meet the 'old man of the forest' at an Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, head into the rainforest in search of unique wildlife, explore lush jungles by boat and on foot, sample local fare at the vibrant night market
Burma Adventure (ABBA)
After decades of controversy, friendly Burma (also known as Myanmar) is opening up to travellers, which means the adventurous can experience a curious nation unbiased by hordes of tourists. This 12-day adventure offers comfort level hotels and travel between sights by plane, boat and private buses or vans. Discover the floating gardens of Inle Lake, incredible ruins of ancient Bagan, ancient capitals around Mandalay and the refreshing hill station of Kalaw. Not all of Asia follows the same beat; join in Burma's unique rhythm.
Highlights: Enjoy connecting with Burmese culture by meeting local people, explore the pagodas and monasteries of this ancient land, visit a toddy farm and have a local lunch, step back in time at Bagan's archaeological zone, explore floating villages and daily life on tranquil Inle Lake
Bali and Java Explorer (AEBE)
If you're looking to free your spiritual side–with a backdrop of stunning beaches and jungles–Bali and Java are waiting. Travel by bicycle rickshaw to local markets and workshops, and get your "om" on at the Borobudur temple. Participate in a traditional cooking class with an expert chef. And of course, it wouldn't be the full Balinese experience if you didn't take some leisure time to relax on the picturesque beaches. It's the perfect mix of beauty and Buddhist zen.
Highlights: Explore bustling Yogyakarta by bicycle rickshaw, delve into the spiritual side by visiting ancient Hindu and Buddhist temples, learn to prepare Indonesian specialties under the guidance of a local chef, snap photos of beautiful rice terraces and lush green jungles, stand in awe of soaring active volcanoes
Highlights of South India (AHIS)
Compared to the North, southern India is a different place working on a different pace. But you don't need to devote a month to get here; this compact trip offers a healthy taste of Kerala's stunning tropical beauty. Luxuriate on the beach and watch the sunset, explore magnificent temples, and savour that last smidgen of flavour as you scrape your banana leaf plate clean. After a night aboard a houseboat in the tranquil backwaters, you may never want to leave.
Highlights: Learn the true meaning of relaxation on a houseboat cruising Kerala's backwaters, discover how fishermen's nets can be an attraction in their own right, drool over that extra helping of delicious South Indian cuisine
North India Highlights (AHIT)
Home to the Taj Majal, Delhi's Jama Masjid Mosque, and the 'Pink City' of Jaipur, this area is known as the Golden Triangle for a reason. But adventurous travellers know it's also bursting with small-town colours and regional culture. This compact 8-day tour offers plenty of time at the best monuments plus local markets, villages and a stay in a heritage hotel for a taste of traditional life. Everyone should see Rajasthan once in their life—this adventure makes it easy for all.
Highlights: Delve into ancient and modern India with a local CEO, Step back in time at historical forts and palaces, Connect with history during a night at a heritage village home, Marvel at the grand Taj Mahal and all its glory.
Highlights of India (AHNS)
North India or South? Do both! This 2-week tour combines the riot of Rajasthan's colours with the calming greens of Kerala. You'll have time to immerse yourself in regional traditions in the North and spend a night at a heritage village hotel, and time to unwind in the south—just imagine cruising the backwaters on a houseboat. Throw in the Taj Mahal, the 'Pink City' of Jaipur and Delhi's rich architecture and you're left with one spicy curry of an adventure—many flavours with big impact.
Highlights: Spend a night in a heritage village home, delve into ancient history and thriving modern culture, explore grand forts and palaces in Rajasthan, marvel at the Taj Mahal at sunrise, learn the true meaning of relaxation aboard a houseboat on Kerala's backwaters, discover a newfound obsession with South Indian cuisine
India Explorer (AHSS)
Walking through Delhi's markets, you realize that India's like nothing you've ever experienced—its kaleidoscope of culture and colour has burnt itself into your memory. And it's not just the magnificent forts or treasures like the Taj Mahal that impress—it's the country's spirit. Visit the birthplace of Buddhism and Hinduism to gain greater insight into this ancient and complex land. Explore the hidden side of Delhi guided by a former streetkid taking part in the Planeterra-supported New Delhi Streetkids Project. With this new perspective, our expert guides will bring you deep into one of the world's most culturally and spiritually fascinating places.
Highlights: Walk Delhi's backstreets with a local youth guide on a Planeterra-supported street kids rehabilitation project, uncover spirituality at Hindu, Buddhist and Sikh temples, observe ancient local ceremonies on the holy Ganges River, go on safari in Ranthambore with local park rangers/naturalists, Enjoy a village stay in a historic heritage hotel.
Indochina Explorer (ATIC)
Past meets present in this fast-paced adventure that takes you from Bangkok to Hanoi and just about everywhere in between. With a busy culture richly steeped in tradition, there's always something to see or do on this journey through Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand, be it witnessing the daily rituals of monks, participating in an authentic Thai cooking class or taking cyclo rides through impossibly busy city streets. A series of included flights lets us cover more ground and take you on a whirlwind throughout Southeast Asia. Make sure you stay up late for the night markets, too!
Highlights: Enjoy a traditional khantoke dinner in a rural village, observe the daily life of monks and visit sacred temples, learn about Cambodian history (both ancient and modern), take thrilling cyclo rides for a different perspective in bustling cities, eat well while giving back at a Planeterra-supported training restaurant in Siem Reap
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Highlights of Thailand (ATTC)
It's difficult to fit all the varied experiences of northern Thailand into just one week, but we found a way. Through a combination of flights, boats and the omnipresent tuk tuk, travellers need not sacrifice cultural activities and inspiring sites on this comfort-focused trip. Experience golden monasteries, cooking classes and thriving night markets as well as the sobering 'Death Railway', where legions of POWs met a cruel fate in World War II. Prepare to return home a different person.
Highlights: Step back into history at the 'Bridge on the River Kwai', impress your friends with your Thai cooking skills, receive a blessing from a monk at the temple of Doi Suthep, visit a local village for an authentic khantoke dinner, explore Ayutthaya's ancient ruins
North & South Thailand Highlights (ATTH)
The perfect mix of culture and beach, activities and relaxation, this 15-day adventure hits all the highlights. In the north, ponder the River Kwai, attend a cooking class for the secret to great curry, and marvel at the ruins of Ayutthaya. Then hit the beach and unwind—Koh Samui and Krabi await with tropical weather, beach barbecues and thrilling nightlife. Through a combination of flights, boats and overnight trains, you can see a lot and still come away feeling rejuvenated.
Highlights: Step back into history at the 'Bridge on the River Kwai', enjoy an authentic khantoke dinner in a local village, watch the sunset at the Temple of Doi Suthep, kayak along the stunning coastline of Koh Mae Ko, discover 'The Beach' at beautiful Maya Bay
Southern Thai Delights (ATTS)
For years, travellers have made a beeline for the south of Thailand. This compact one-week trip offers a convenient but unhurried way to experience the beautiful beaches and laid-back culture for yourself. Centred in the southern hotspots of Koh Samui and Krabi, relax on the beach or get busy on optional excursions—we make it easy to enjoy thrilling jungle treks and kayak excursions. And nothing is more inspiring than savouring a magnificent sunset on the beach—with drink in hand, of course.
Highlights: Kayak along the stunning coastline of Koh Mae Ko, explore 'The Beach' at beautiful Maya Bay, relax in a tropical paradise
Timeless Vietnam (AVHC)
For those who want the complete experience but prefer a more comfortable option, this adventure explores the best of Vietnam's history, culture and cuisine. From the breathless beauty of Halong Bay to the former imperial capital of Hue, the ancient port town of Hoi An and the hilltribe villages, Vietnam offers adventurous visitors a chance to explore its ancient past, recent history and promising future. With comfortable accommodation and transport by private air-conditioned van and flights arranged by your CEO, you'll have plenty of time to appreciate the incredible beauty and remarkable people of Vietnam.
Highlights: Travel like a local on a cyclo ride in Hanoi, meet locals in remote hilltribe villages, cruise along Halong Bay in a traditional junk boat, learn to cook your favourite Vietnamese dishes, step back into history at the Cu Chi Tunnels
Golden Triangle—Delhi, Agra & Jaipur (TAHGTC)
Spend six days traversing the famed Golden Triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Explore the sites of hectic Delhi and onto Agra to marvel at the majestic Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and one of the most recognizable structures on the planet. Visit Fatephur Sikri, the 'Deserted City' of red sandstone, the Amber Fort and the sights of Jaipur—all await you in the frenzy of culture and history that makes up India's Golden Triangle.
Highlights: Explore Delhi's bustling streets with an expert guide, marvel at the monuments of Agra and the Taj Mahal, gaze upon the ancient city of Fatephur Sikri
Varanasi Experience (TAHVNC)
A perfect add-on to any trip to India, explore the mystical and holy Hindu city of Varanasi. Take a memorable sunset and sunrise boat trip down the Ganges River and be enthralled by the thousands of devotees who come to the banks of the river to absolve themselves of their sins. Witness the bathing ghats and centuries-old temples, and explore the narrow winding lanes in search of exquisite silks, brassware and stunning saris. Also visit Sarnath, known as the birthplace of Buddhism and the site of the enlightened Buddha's first sermon.
Highlights: Cruise the Ganges River and observe local traditions and rituals, explore Varanasi's 'Old City' and marvel at its ghats, visit where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon
Ancient Angkor Wat (TAKAAC)
A perfect add-on to any Southeast Asia trip, explore the Angkor Temple complex with an expert local guide. Built over a period of 400 years by a number of different rulers and covering an area of more than 400 sq km, the temple complex of Angkor was only rediscovered 150 years ago. This magnificent site holds incredible structures and sculptures from the Khmer Empire and is one of the most important archaeological sites in Southeast Asia. With its beautiful gardens, stone carvings, and endless photo opportunities, a visit to the magical and mysterious UNESCO World Heritage Site Angkor will remain with you forever.
Highlights: Take in the archaeological splendour of the majestic Angkor temples with an expert local guide, explore vibrant Siem Reap
Chiang Mai & the Golden Triangle (TATGTC)
Visit the fascinating city of Chiang Mai, a thriving metropolis with many points of interest to visitors and a less hectic alternative to the capital. Explore ancient temples, visit gentle elephants and delve into Thai culture and traditions in lush, mountainous scenery. Visit indigenous hilltribe communities for a glimpse into traditional life, and then venture by boat to the threshold of three different countries—the Golden Triangle—where the borders of Thailand, Burma (Myanmar) and Laos meet.
Highlights: Get up close and personal with majestic elephants at a conservation centre, delight in Chiang Mai with a khantoke dinner, seek enlightenment at the temple of Doi Suthep, marvel at the mysteries of Chiang Rai, explore local hilltribe villages
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Wonders of Borneo (AABE)
Burma Adventure (ABBA)
Bali and Java Explorer (AEBE)
Highlights of South India (AHIS)
North India Highlights (AHIT)
Highlights of India (AHNS)
India Explorer (AHSS)
Indochina Explorer (ATIC)
Highlights of Thailand (ATTC)
North & South Thailand Highlights (ATTH)
Southern Thai Delights (ATTS)
Timeless Vietnam (AVHC)
Golden Triangle—Delhi, Agra & Jaipur (TAHGTC)
Varanasi Experience (TAHVNC)
Ancient Angkor Wat (TAKAAC)
Chiang Mai & the Golden Triangle (TATGTC)
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|Bali and Java Explorer (AEBE)
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|Highlights of South India (AHIS)
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From $1029
|North India Highlights (AHIT)
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|Highlights of India (AHNS)
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|India Explorer (AHSS)
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|Indochina Explorer (ATIC)
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|Highlights of Thailand (ATTC)
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From $1299
|North & South Thailand Highlights (ATTH)
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|Southern Thai Delights (ATTS)
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|Timeless Vietnam (AVHC)
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From $2099
|Golden Triangle—Delhi, Agra & Jaipur (TAHGTC)
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|Varanasi Experience (TAHVNC)
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|Ancient Angkor Wat (TAKAAC)
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The best choice for theft deterrence and vandal resistance, Mail Boss Mailbox offers homeowners and businesses the ultimate solution to the growing problem of Mail-Identity Theft. The Mail Boss is constructed like no other security mailbox in the marketplace today. A mounting bracket included with every Mail Boss allows for quick and easy installation. No more wasted time and repeat trips to the hardware store! Its unique patent pending lock system coupled with its high strength construction, the Mail Boss Mailbox is one that offers true security, ease of installation and large storage capacity.
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State Rep. Jerry McPeak said the state's education budget is terrible, and it shouldn't be.
Schools are often forced to concentrate funds on the lowest academic achieving students to meet state standards, and those performing well aren't supported as well, he said.
Programs such as Muskogee's biomedical courses and Fab Lab that will be put in place thanks to the recent bond issue passage are much-needed, McPeak said.
"We owe everyone a chance to improve as much as they can improve," he said. "And we can fund both ends of the spectrum. But we choose instead to starve education so schools can only afford to fund one or the other. We shouldn't have to make the choice between those."
More funding can provide more vocational courses at the high school level, send more students to CareerTech, offer college prep courses to more students — serve all students and not allow any to fall through the cracks, McPeak said.
"The economy in Oklahoma is one of the best in the United States, and the Legislature does have the money to spend on schools," he said. "But we are electing to do an inadequate job for our children and that's a decision we are making by not funding education like we can. Any legislator saying there is not enough money is either lying or uninformed."
The state isn't the only entity cutting school funds. The federal government cut Title I funding, for as to the tune of $500,000 for next year.
Title I funding typically pays for remediation for math and science, special education and for prevention of dropouts and the improvement of schools.
The state's decision to change from curriculum standards it has had for decades to a new set of standards that push critical thinking skills and the ability to use technology has a big impact on schools financially.
Funding is not increasing, so many districts have turned to bond issues to fund the technology needed to meet the curriculum requirements that kick in beginning in 2014-2015.
Fort Gibson Public Schools' last bond issue that passed will fund much new technology.
More than $43 million of Muskogee's latest bond issue will also go toward technology, including purchasing laptops and computer software for every student in seventh through 12th grade.
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NOVI, Mich., May 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Hino Trucks' Class 5 195h and 195h-DC diesel electric cab-over has been approved by the New York Truck – Voucher Incentive Program (NYT-VIP).
The NYT-VIP is an important partnership between the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), New York City Department of Transportation (NYCDOT), and CALSTART. What is available is $19 million 'first come – first served' incentive funding that aims to accelerate the deployment of alternative fuel vehicles and diesel emission control devices for medium to heavy duty commercial fleets in New York.
By promoting the use of advanced vehicle technologies, NYT-VIP will help reduce diesel emissions and promote a more fuel independent New York. "New York customers are already seeing the benefits of our 195h diesel electric COE vehicles realizing up to 30% fuel savings over diesel-only products in well matched conditions," said Glenn Ellis, Hino Trucks Vice President of Marketing. He added, "By utilizing the NYT-VIP, customers can realize an immediate payback on the incremental cost of our hybrid truck, and start to see operational savings on day one!"
Fleets and OEMs believe it is crucial to reduce the incremental cost of a new alternative fuel vehicle by 80% to ensure a successful early adoption of advanced vehicle technologies. NYT-VIP is designed to meet this critical need and aims to kick-start the advancement of low-emission truck and bus technologies.
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Ginnifer Goodwin joined a host of beautiful stars who took to the red carpet for the 2013 Vanity Fair Party on Sunday evening, held at the Sunset Tower in Hollywood, California.
Sporting sultry smoky eyes, the actress wore a Monique Lhuiller Spring 2013 dress.
Her ocean-blue pearlized shell structured dress was styled with black Jimmy Choo 'Deny' sandals and a gold bracelet.
While Ginnfer's pose feels quite stiff and awkward (but's what's new?), I love both the colour and the fresh youthful feel of this look.
In a sea of gowns, she was a breath of fresh air.
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Doomed to a life of guitar classes, open mics and blogs. I'm lucky.
There was a time when I pined for more. There was a time when I cut Lollapalooza off a t-shirt, and had my ex-girlfriend, Inna, sew it to the back of my jacket, as a prayer.
There was a time when I wanted to write novels and adapt them into screenplays and have pretentious conversations with James Lipton on the Actor's Studio about my choices.
There was a time when I wandered into the woods, hopping from comedy club to comedy club, pining for the fame-baton to be passed to me from Armando Diaz to Noah Gregoropoulos to Charna Halpern to Lorne Michaels to Tina Fey, and suddenly, to find myself standing on stage, receiving the Mark Twain Prize, with an introduction by Will Ferrell, telling everyone in America how he used my JewFro as an inspiration for his character in "Semi-Pro."
Amazing how many names you can fling at yourself to keep yourself down, isn't it? Who are these people? How arbitrary is their fame? How arbitrary are the voices inside our heads?
"You're good. You're not. You're talented. You're a hack. You're special. Get a job at Starbucks."
And tomorrow, at the Oscars, they afford us the privilege of tuning-in to watch rich people who won the genetic lottery, or won the last name game, like Mamet, receive a golden statuette, as proof of how much better they are than the rest of us, who navigate our workweeks by trying to avoid a scolding from Human Resources for being late, when all we really wanted was the right to stop for a cup of coffee, and take a breath.
How sadistic are the rules? How small do we have to play? How arbitrary is advice?
"If you're not early, you're late. Vocation, avocation, know the difference. You can't sell a man who isn't listening."
The last piece of advice is worthy of consideration. I learned it when I was working in advertising agencies, trying to pay-off my debt from self-funding an opportunity to run the Chill Tent at Lollapalooza in the Summer of 1996.
The prayer came true. It also came with a bill. I had to make a choice: call home for help paying the bill, or man-up.
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Oral Roberts Defeats Valpo 12-3, Game Two Cancelled Due to Rain
Sunday, April 16, 2006Oral Roberts completed what turned out to be a three-game sweep of Valparaiso on Sunday afternoon as the Golden Eagles defeated the Crusaders 12-3 in game one of a scheduled doubleheader at Emory G. Bauer Field. Game two was called in the top of the second inning due to thunderstorms and will not be made up.
The Golden Eagles jumped in front early, batting around in the opening inning. Chad Rothford singled home one and Tim Torres followed with an RBI double. Andy Bouchie capped the inning with a two-run double, which turned out to be all the scoring Oral Roberts would need.
Single tallies in the second and third made it 6-0 Golden Eagles before Boucie homered to lead off the fifth. Oral Roberts would add to more runs in the inning to increase the lead to nine before Valpo found the scoreboard.
Ryan Manthei (Kenosha, Wis./Tremper H.S.) homered to left field in the bottom of the fifth marked just the second hit of the day for the Brown and Gold.
Lightning and light rain forced the game to be delayed 51 minutes in the bottom of the sixth inning. When play resumed, Colin Reynolds (Crookston, Minn./Central H.S.) singled to score Kevin Perri (South Bend, Ind./Adams H.S.) in the bottom of the inning. Valpo added a third run in the seventh on a single by Perri to score pinch-hitter Joe Lazar (Traverse City, Mich./Central H.S.), who opened the inning with an infield hit.
Oral Roberts added three more runs in the top of the ninth, two on a double by Brendan Duffy, to complete the victory.
Daniel Greenwalt (2-2) earned the win for the Golden Eagles, working eight innings, allowing nine hits and just one walk while striking out eight. Matt Gillikin (Chesterton, Ind./Chesterton H.S.) (0-3) suffered the loss for Valpo, allowing five runs and four hits while walking five in just 1.2 innings.
Duffy finished the day 3-for-4 with four runs scored and four RBIs for Oral Roberts while Boucie added three more runs batted in. Reynolds and Perri each had two hits for the Crusaders.
The nightcap got underway a little after 4 p.m. and had two outs in the top of the second inning when lightning and severe storms moved into the area. Play was called for the day shortly after 5 p.m., and the game will not be resumed.
Valparaiso (6-21, 1-6 Mid-Con) will return to the diamond on Tuesday afternoon as the Crusaders head to Evanston, Ill. to face the Northwestern Wildcats. First pitch is set for 3 p.m.
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In Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Voldemort is tightening his grip on both the Muggle and wizarding worlds and Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it once was. Harry suspects that dangers may even lie within the castle, but Dumbledore is more intent upon preparing him for the final battle that he knows is fast approaching. Together they work to find the key to unlock Voldemort's defenses and, to this end, Dumbledore recruits his old friend and colleague, the well-connected and unsuspecting bon vivant Professor Horace Slughorn, whom he believes holds crucial information. Meanwhile, the students are under attack from a very different adversary as teenage hormones rage across the ramparts. Harry finds himself more and more drawn to Ginny, but so is Dean Thomas. And Lavender Brown has decided that Ron is the one for her, only she hadn't counted on Romilda Vane's chocolates! And then there's Hermione, simmering with jealously but determined not to show her feelings. As romance blossoms, one student remains aloof. He is determined to make his mark, albeit a dark one. Love is in the air, but tragedy lies ahead and Hogwarts may never be the same again.
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The Republican Year In Review
by Trey Rentz, Tue Oct 19, 2010 at 12:46:16 PM EDT
I live in the dirty south, where the republicans walk the earth and are revered as immortals amongst men. This is the land of the conservative white man. The GOP overtook my district years ago.
Like most people, I don't really know anything about my house district. The house of congress tends to run midterm elections a bit like a back room sideshow - people appear on the ballot in the primary, and we pretty much vote for them by what we find out a few days before we enter the polling station. House races in my district are a done deal. The GOP candidate is running unopposed. From a broader perspective, however, this year, the GOP drew a line in the sand - in my district - and had a huge internal battle between the people who think Sarah Palin is a good idea, and everyone else. Sarah Lost.
So , apart from Sarah also losing big in 2008, what else have they accomplished in these past years?
For me, the Republican year in review, starts a bit farther south - and goes back to the year or so before the elections of 2008. A Florida congressman was found running around in the house of representatives, molesting young boys and chasing them around in their underwear. He was forced to resign and the following election - the republican party put someone else on the ballot to run , in order to keep the seat republican. Believe it or not, the Democrats won. This was a supposedly unassailable district. But in 2008, the Bush Republicans returned that seat back to the party that had so effectively controlled it before.
In 2008, the Democrats handed the Bush Republicans their hat. A progressive voter force swept through the United States, and a truly people powered president took the White House. What they've done since, is fun to think about. I've listed their 9 great accomplishments elsewhere - but a brief rundown of what they've accomplished included halting a massive financial crash, stablizing a failing housing market, reforming healthcare, strengthening regulations on banks, and as a result - the stock market is booming again.
But let's try to figure out what the Bush Republicans were doing throughout this whole time. Well, let's start with Governor Sanford. He cheated on his wife, and then took off and left his office without explanation. He's still cheating on his wife. But strangely, even though he left his office - somehow things are still running fairly smoothly. It goes to show how much a Bush Republican can really accomplish.
And now, on to congress. The Bush republicans made a few big promises. They promised to do nothing. And they promised to make healthcare reform Obama's "Waterloo." Ok. So they didn't do that. In fact, they didn't do anything. Just sat on their hands. Almost all Bush Republicans voted "No" on almost everything of importance. To the last man.
So, they did nothing.
But they needed a bright shiny thing for people to look at while they were doing it. So they talked about a big Mosque near Ground Zero? They really were excited about that. They wanted to stop that. Oh wait. They didn't do anything about that, either.
As I gather it, the idea there was that they had to tell America that Muslims are invading. And that this community center that would be built, would be a great evil. There were rallies. Demonstrations. Hand waving. Never mind the fact that this community century that an American in New York - wanted to build -was blocks away from ground zero - and was in fact, being built in a Red Light District with adult novelty stores all over the place.
And of course, there was a big oil spill. The Republican senators got together and said that BP shouldn't have to pay to clean it up. The Alaskan senator wanted the Government to clean it up. Yes, Bush Republicans stand for big government.
So, to recap. The bush republican voters, paid the salaries of the people in congress and the senate to all sit on their hands.
When primary season rolled around, they were surprised to find their own party fragmented and broke apart and a new party started building up from their very own ranks. Three senate races went to these new guys.
And, now, supposedly. They're winning. Vice President Joe Biden said. Giving the Republicans control of the house of congress (since they no longer say they can take control of the senate) - is like making an arsonist the fire marshall.
Who knows. The election season is still young. Alot of nothing can be done between here and election day. But suffice to say the year in review, doesn't look good for them.
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It's true, I'm afraid.
We were having a spirited chat at the campus Mellow Mushroom a few weeks ago, at the regular Tuesday Texas Hold 'Em free-roll tournament frequented by me and this group of University of Tennessee lads who came up through Baylor School in Chattanooga.
I was analyzing a certain curse phrase that had been directed to the whole table, myself included. I'm pretty certain it just anatomically and literally could not apply to me, thus I could not take offense, I stated.
"Rose," my friend Cody said with a pitying shake of his head. "Sometimes you overthink things."
Well, yeah. But not always, and this is particularly true with the quirks of the Knoxville food scene. Sometimes I don't have to consider every angle, know every detail. In fact, I have a whole list of recent incidents and oddities that I have been able to let go. (Try not to notice that I am still considering that remark 16 days later.)
First, in the "probably we're better off just enjoying our food" category:
1. The crispy, just sweet enough, flat-cubed pickle relish at Cook Out: Is it a home recipe? Does it have high-fructose corn syrup as an ingredient? I'd rather just love it than get disillusioned at headquarters, and the friendly drive-through workers are happy to assist me in this willful ignorance.
2. What is Worcestershire butter? Calhoun's had already divulged much about the "ale" steak melting in my mouth at my stepdaughter's rehearsal dinner. (Thanks David and Pam Carter!) It was marinated in olive oil, mustard, garlic, and Cherokee Red Ale. Questioning the topping pooling in the seared center would be tantamount to registering that I was consuming not just tender, aged sirloin, but had succumbed to the notion that butter on top was appropriate.
Then there are the "Who am I to question corporate decisions?" aspects of restaurant life I try not to consider for more than a couple of seconds:
3. Why would Burger King have a bacon sundae on their summer BBQ menu? It's even hardwood-smoked bacon, and the management at the Chapman Highway store says they're selling quite briskly. To quote George Washington, "I don't see it," and I'm not willing to invest the calories to have my mind changed, so I'm just casting this worry to the winds. Though I have not been able to dismiss my corollary thought, "What would happen if one ordered the bacon sundae without the bacon?" Because, you know, it's their only kind of sundae that involves both chocolate fudge and caramel.
4. Does the 50-cent surcharge on debit charges below a certain amount affect business at the drive-in Fazzoli's? This just does not strike me as the type of place where frivolous daily debit charges occur—they don't serve coffee, or biscuits, or bacon sundaes, so it's kind of odd that they'd be the Knoxville quick-food place to instigate that policy.
5. Why on Earth would any business name itself Sergeant Pepperoni's, as has happened in Bearden—to a place with Fat Tire and Yazoo Dos Perros on tap, no less? I willfully chose to set that question aside and concentrate on the way the cheese dribbles over the sides of the pies and kind of bakes into the crust.
And one more. Those same students go to the Monday Downtown Grill & Brewery Hold 'Em game, and I decided to bring one friend some homegrown Carolina Gold tomatoes and basil for Caprese salad like I'd seen him enjoying at Mellow Mushroom. As these things go, I ended up leaving the goods in a bag swinging from his rear-view mirror, and texting him to say where I'd left the tomatoes. Now, I got a return text—the next morning. I'm still wondering if I put them on the wrong car, but I'm willing to let this go. I figure if I did, there's an owner of a white SUV who's a lot more puzzled than I am.
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