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Yesterday was my first day without any medication, and today is my second. I didn't feel too good yesterday but today I feel terrible. Despite a good night's sleep, I feel exhausted and I have nausea and diarrhea. My hands aren't shaking but I feel like I've had too much caffiene even though I haven't had any. It reminds me of the feeling I get in my body when I haven't slept and I'm running on adreneline. Does that make any sense? I really can't believe how rotten I feel.
Has anyone else stopped taking Cymbalta? How long did it take the withdraw symptoms to go away? Is there anything that can help me feel better?
Thanks in advance - I could really use some hugs today.
Maybe you could call your doctor and ask, or ask your pharmacist. I hope you get some relief.
I just know from personal experience that when I've tried getting off an antidepressant too fast, it's really bad. You have to do it very slowly.
Good luck! Elizabeth
Duloxetine may help control your symptoms but will not cure your condition. It may take 1 to 4 weeks or longer before you feel the full benefit of duloxetine. Continue to take duloxetine even if you feel well. Do not stop taking duloxetine without talking to your doctor. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually. If you suddenly stop taking duloxetine, you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as nausea; vomiting; diarrhea; anxiety; dizziness; tiredness; headache; pain, burning, numbness, or tingling in the hands or feet; irritability; difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep; sweating; and nightmares. Tell your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms when your dose of duloxetine is decreased.
I read on one of the forums that taking 100mg of 5-HTP and a B-complex vitamin is helpful. In addition to those two things, I also picked up some empty gel capsules so that I can step down my dosage to reduce the withdrawal symptoms.
All I want to do is go to bed and pull the covers over my head. I certainly can't concentrate at work. :(
I was taking a total of 120mgs of cymbalta per day whenever I decided to taper off. I tapered from 120 to 60 to 30, Im sorry but I cant remember for how long I tapered but it was very, very difficult. I do remember thinking that I should have taken 30mgs for 2 weeks then every other day for another 2 weeks before ending. I felt ok until I got down to 30mgs but the worst came a couple of days after I was completely off of the drug.
I felt like I had a very bad case of the flu for 3weeks, I was nauseated, had migraines(which I have regularly anyway). I had the shakes & then worst symptom appeared-the brain shivers or zaps as some call them. These shivers lasted for 3 months & I tell you I was afraid they were never going to stop. Thank God they stopped as they were driving me insane! You may not get these at all-we all have different withdrawl symptoms but I googled these & found that alot of other people got these as well.
This drug was weird for me as I had a very difficult time getting on & off of it but the time in between was pretty good. It gave me a decent amount of pain relief & even a little more energy. It did cause insomnia but a sleeping pill took care of that.
I hope this helps & I hope you well feel better soon
You should absolutely call and make an appt. or talk with her, if she will come to the 'phone or call you back. Maybe you misunderstood her. Let's hope so because I, personally, appalled at her instructions if what you heard is correct. Just not enough time!! I could be wrong, because I am not a doctor, but, I am going by my own experiences through the years and this last time on Lyrica.
I have just been put on Cymbalta and to tell you the truth I am now not sure I ever want to try and come off of it after this. LOL!
No, I will know better and , if I have to, go slowly myself, if instructed otherwise.
Hang in there and let us know how things work out.
God bless you!! One of your neighbors in Fibro Ville!
Can you describe the brain zaps to me? So many people talk about them but I'm not sure what they are. I'm having so many odd feelings and sensations that I can't even describe properly what is happening to me. It just feels like I am going crazy with intervals of sanity.
Part of me feels very strongly that Cymbalta should be taken off the market. But that raises a very serious question about anti-depressants and mood stablizers. Which ones are really "safe" for long term use? And who should be responsible for helping patients stop medications when they are no longer neccessary?
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I am feeling a little better today, I think due to the 5-HTP - though, I am still very dizzy and am having difficulty concentrating.
I just noticed your post from yesterday. Sorry I didn't send hugs yesterday but I'm sure you could use more today so consider them sent.
I noticed some great responses to your problem. Elizabeth hit the nail on the head. Is your doctor replacing Cymbalta with something else?
Know that you will be in my thoughts all day and I will continue to send hugs your way.
The doctor did say that I can take the 30mg every other day if I wanted. I elected not to do that, only because I didn't want to feel like I was jumping back and forth - one day up, one day down (if that makes any sense).
No, the doc did not replace the Cymbalta with anything else. I was worried about that at first but now I am really questioning if I even WANT anything to replace it. Originally, I thought that I wanted a very low dose sedative (like Valium) to help me along but I don't want to just put a band-aid on the situation.
Thanks for the hugs -
Does that make sense? Elizabeth
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Rigaku's Compact HomeLab was designed for researchers who want a low-maintenance X-ray system with the ultimate in experimental flexibility. The foundation of this system is the third generation ...read more
Rigaku's Compact HomeLab was designed for researchers who want a low-maintenance X-ray system with the ultimate in experimental flexibility.
The foundation of this system is the third generation Rigaku MicroMax™-003, an integrated microfocus sealed tube generator, and specialized confocal optic. The optic has been designed for the small crystals that are most frequently seen in today's structural biology labs. The beam size at the crystal is less than 100 μm in diameter, giving superior flux density for crystals smaller than 100 μm in size.
The X-ray tube includes a 3-year warranty, which ensures that your time will be spent measuring samples instead of maintaining your X-ray source. The MicroMax-003 utilizes a 30 μm focal spot running at 30 watts of power. Superior beam stability is maintained by a supplied cooling system.
The standard detector in the Compact HomeLab is the Dectris PILATUS 200K. This Hybrid Pixel Array Detector (HPAD) is a true photon counting detector that features: the highest sensitivity, the lowest readout noise, the highest dynamic range, the sharpest point spread function and the ability to collect data continuously, in "shutterless" mode. These combined detector characteristics make PILATUS detectors the best among today's commercially available detectors for crystallography.
Tying the source and PILATUS 200K detector together is a four axis goniometer that provides maximum experimental flexibility when the need arises to measure data in specific crystal orientations.
Compact HomeLab Features:
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- Includes PILATUS 200K HPAD or R-AXIS imaging plate
- Comes with the powerful HKL-3000R suite for data collection and structure solution
- Choice of goniometer
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TUPPER LAKE — Police arrested a Tupper Lake man Sunday night after he allegedly drove off the road while under the influence of alcohol.
Tupper Lake-based State Police were patrolling Route 3 at about 9:15 p.m. when they spotted Guildor Lizotte's vehicle in a ditch.
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There is a group of bands that I should just out and out love, but for whatever reason, they have never risen to the lofty heights. Not that their stuff ain't all that, because many time it is It is not that I don't like them, but they remain "just friends."
This is not an example of what I am talking about, but is pretty damn funny nonetheless. Apologies to insulting any Joyce fans on the Trib,
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I will admit to becoming a lazy listener in my latter days. Back when we put the record on the turntable and listened to every song, flipped it and repeated, my favorite song on any given album was the gem hidden in the middle on side 2.
Now, with time constraints, If something doesn't grab me in the first notes I'm flipping the next button. Artists that I could love more, need to study up more would include Todd Rundgren and Elvis Costello,( beyond the initial ear grabbers.)
I also resolve to be more open to new stuff most often referred by the best musical gurus anywhere, here on the tribe.
Gail, I'm begging you to drop everything right now (within reason) and just start listening to as much Todd Rundgren as you can.
You can't go wrong with anything released in say 1982 and prior, but start with the A Wizard A True Star album.
Maybe avoid or leave for last the Utopia 1, s/t album.
That's a very different Utopia that the later 4-piece that churned out lots of pop-ish hits, this one has 3 keyboard players and is his most proggish/maybe indulgent bit from back then.
For you Harry, only for you.
LOL...there are several lists online that have this album cover as worst album covers ever. I have since hidden my copy:^)
AC/DC, and The Beatles, I am not moved by them.
Both of those bands sure rock my world. I love how one persons passion is anothers put off.
Blasphemy, I know: The Beach Boys
Brian Wilson is one of the most over-rated artists of the last...FOURTY years.
NO argument - from 1965-1970, created, conceived and birthed some ofthe most beautiful music ever heard in rock 'n roll. From there, sporadic, sprawled splatterings of inconsistent tortured, unfocused and unrefined genius.
Some amazing, excellent songs on many albums post-70 but it's always been a shell represenatation of his best work in that 6 year period.
I agree. I listen. I think it is nice. Perhaps revolutionary for the time. But I have never gotten a ZANG from Little Deuce Coupe or Good Vibrations.
I loved those early Beach Boys years - as a kid.
But they never aged well once I was a teenager, too. Nice, happy, chippy songs - but in terms of higher song-craft, 1963-1965 don't provide structure to the argument of Wilson being the insanely regarded genius that most music fans make him out to be.
FINE - what he did in the periods I mentioned - '66-'70...automatically Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame accomplishments....but someone make a case for what followed there? I"m open to listen but noting a few amazing songs pasted inside sub-mediocre albums he was responsible for sheparding and marshaling greatness inside of, aren't going to sway me.
Agree with Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys as well. Saw a funny interview with Noel Gallagher regarding favorite bands/albums and the host mentioned "Pet Sounds". Noel responded with a "why?" and went on to describe them as barbershop quartet music.
I get that...but wouldn't go that far...but he points to the point that there can be a healthy disagreement with reflexive worship of supposed scared cows...
Noel Gallagher? Really?! Are we now quoting that talentless twat on the - no less - undisputed greatness of "Pet Sounds" (THE best album ever!) Pfffttt!
At least, the Beach Boys were nearly a music genre on their own while Oasis merely copied one...over and over and over.
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JACK RAY JEWETT, 83, of Mesick, died Wednesday, May 1, 2013, at home surrounded by his loving family. Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Mesick United Methodist Church, with Pastor Beverly Williams officiating.
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Keeping track of extra costs such as parking fees and copy machines can make college more affordable.
Forget the meal plan and new computer—those costs pale in comparison with the unexpected expenses that add up each month, from vitamins to stave off exam-season colds to formalwear for the next big Saturday night soiree.
Here are 16 often-overlooked items that you might want to budget for, along with their estimated costs:
Storage containers:Not only do students haul all of their worldly possessions to and from school each year, but their dorm rooms often have skimpy dressers and closets. Plastic drawers that stack or slide under beds can mean the difference between total chaos and a reasonably organized wardrobe. Hooks, coat racks, and laundry baskets also help. ($250, the Container Store)
Gym membership: Many colleges and universities include the cost of gym membership in tuition, but some schools, such as Michigan State and Penn, charge for gym access. Even at other schools, students usually pay extra for yoga, dance, and exercise classes that help fight off the "freshman 15." ($80 per semester, Michigan State)
Parking and car registration fees: As more students look at schools closer to home, a growing number will also be driving to campus, both for the semester and for the day. Car registration fees can cost a couple of hundred dollars per semester; street parking, gas, maintenance, and insurance can add even more. ($247 per semester for students who live on campus and $128 for commuters, University of Maryland)
The latest iPod incarnation: Students use iPods while they walk to class, study in a crowded library, and fall asleep in noisy dorm rooms. Whether you spring for the flashy iPod Touch or simpler Shuffle, you'll probably find a way to get those white buds in your ears. ($229, iPod Touch)
School pride gear: Cheering for the UCLA Bruins, Kansas Jayhawks, or Ohio Bobcats often requires T-shirts, banners, and other gear emblazoned with the school mascot. ($80, Jayhawk hat and matching pullover jacket)
Formalwear: Typical Saturday night going-out clothes vary by region, but almost all schools host a handful of formal occasions each year, ranging from casino nights to Greek events to old-fashioned dances. With party dresses and suits going for upwards of $100, that's no cheap date night. ($180, silk chiffon Juliet dress from J. Crew)
Sleeping gear: Getting a full night's rest in a dorm with a roommate who likes to stay on Facebook all night isn't easy, but with an eye mask and earplugs it becomes a little more manageable. ($17.70, Magellan's Lights Out Sleep Mask and earplugs)
Flu-fighting vitamins: Close living quarters combined with all-nighters, a poor diet, and stress can lead to lingering coughs and runny noses. A daily vitamin can boost the body's immune system and help students get all the nutrients they may be missing at the dining hall. ($13.99 for 180 Centrum Complete Multivitamin Tablets)
Pharmaceuticals: In case the vitamins don't stave off every infection, students will need to head to the pharmacy to fight off any lingering illnesses. And while student health centers often see students for little or no charge (after the mandatory annual fees), over-the-counter treatments can add up. ($30, cold medicine tablets, cough suppressant, and cough drops)
Entertainment: Even if your housing fee covers cable, you probably will still want to stay in for the occasional movie night (especially if you're recovering from that cold). In some cases, students spring for more complex diversions, such as the Nintendo Wii. ($13.99 per month for two DVDs a month from Netflix; $250 for Nintendo Wii)
Alone time: Getting away for some peace and quiet after nights of fun and days of crowded libraries can mean as little as a few hours at the local coffee shop, but the effect on your state of mind will be priceless. ($3, tall latte at Starbucks)
Visiting friends: If you thought your college tour ended with an admissions letter, think again. You'll probably want to stay in touch with high school friends who attend nearby schools, so plan for weekends of catch-up. ($64, round-trip Greyhound bus fare from Austin to Dallas)


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In a reprise of 2004, it's now Round 2 of the Catholic bishops versus pro-choice politicians in who does or does not get Communion.
Sen. Barack Obama's weekend announcement of his new running mate, Sen. Joseph Biden, was not even 24 hours old when Archbishop Charles Chaput of Denver told an AP reporter the senator should not be presenting himself at the Communion table.
In case any of you have not read a newspaper in the past month, the Democratic convention is in Denver as we speak, which makes the archbishop's comments kind of in your face, don't you think? And if the Democrats don't get that message, they're welcome to join the prelate tonight when he and Alveda King, niece of Martin Luther King, demonstrate in front of a Planned Parenthood clinic not far from the convention center. Must say the archbishop is no shy guy when it comes to making a point.
Of course, it doesn't hurt that his new book, "Render Unto Caesar: Serving the Nation by Living Our Catholic Beliefs in Political Life," is just out and now at No. 134 on Amazon.com, which is pretty good for a book on Catholic theology and history. Usually it's only the pope who gets those kinds of sales figures.
Some good background on Sen. Biden's dilemma is here at this excellent Catholic blog. Seeing that, I whipped together a story Monday morning which appeared here. Now here is my question for Democrats: Wasn't 2004 lesson enough? That was when Sen. John Kerry got blindsided by 12 to 14 Catholic bishops who publicly told him not to show his face at a Communion table in their diocese. It was horrific publicity, and Kerry never recovered. Some Democrats, including Amy Sullivan in her book "The Party Faithful," attributed Kerry's loss in Catholic votes to his losing Ohio and, with it, the election.
I am curious: Do the Democrats think the bishops have just faded away? Archbishop Chaput's statement was just an opening salvo. I just checked out the Priests for LifeWeb site,which, in commenting on the Biden selection, calls pro-choice politicians "public hypocrites." A group called Catholic Democrats says the selection of Biden is a good thing. A Chicago Catholic group called Fidelis calls the choice of a pro-choicer "a slap in the face to Catholic voters." And on and on. Has Sen. Obama any idea of the religious war he has stirred up?
So here we go again with more "wafer watch" stories. (Don't criticize me for using this term. Archbishop Chaput also uses it on Page 223 of his book). Which is good for us religion writers. I am not convinced it's beneficial to the Democratic Party.
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DNA swab after arrest is Constitutional, Supreme Court rulesThe Supreme Court has ruled criminal suspects can be subjected to a police DNA test after arrest -- before trial and conviction -- a privacy-versus-public-safety dispute that could have wide-reaching implications in the rapidly evolving technology surrounding criminal procedure.At issue in the ruling Monday was whether taking genetic samples from someone held without a warrant in criminal custody for "a serious offense" is an unconstitutional "search."A 5-4 majority of the court concluded it is legitimate, and upheld a state law."When officers make an arrest supported by probable cause to hold for a serious offense and they bring the suspect to the station to be detained in custody, taking and analyzing a cheek swab of the arrestee's DNA is, like fingerprinting and photographing, a legitimate police booking procedure that is reasonable under the Fourth Amendment," the majority wrote.
But privacy rights groups counter the state's "trust us" promise not to abuse the technology does not ease their concerns that someone's biological makeup could soon be applied for a variety of non-criminal purposes.Twenty-six states and the federal government allow genetic swabs to be taken after a felony arrest and without a warrant.Each has different procedures, but in all cases, only a profile is created. About 13 individual markers out of some 3 billion are isolated from a suspect's DNA. That selective information does not reveal the full genetic makeup of a person and, officials stress, nothing is shared with any other public or private party, including any medical diagnostics.The case involves a Maryland man convicted of a 2003 rape in Wicomico County in the state's Eastern Shore region. Alonzo King Jr. had been arrested four years ago on an unrelated assault charge, and a biological sample was automatically obtained at that time. That sample was linked to the earlier sexual assault.King moved to suppress that evidence on Fourth Amendment grounds, but was ultimately convicted of the 2003 first-degree rape offense and was given a life sentence. The Fourth Amendment grants the "right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures."
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I often differ with Scalia on analysis, while mostly agreeing in concept: a "terrifying principle" is spot on for both.
We had a case in Wisconsin where an inmate had someone else submit a DNA sample in his place. The Lt. Never verified his identity. The inmate, Walter Ellis, was later arrested and his actual DNA was taken. Turns out he was a serial killer and was charged with ,I believe , seven counts off murder.For the morning will come. Brightly will it shine on the brave and true, kindly upon all who suffer for the cause, glorious upon the tombs of heroes. Thus will shine the dawn.
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I'm all for it after convictions. Just taking it for arrests, nope. More than identifying information in DNA.
Financial record disclosure for suspected rapists?
Scalia had a good point, as usual.
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Breath or blood testing for alcohol or drugs is permitted by consent. Even in states with implied consent laws (and there was a recent case on this involving whether a kid can consent) -- it's still consent. You can revoke your consent; you just face whatever the additional sanctions are. If I want to or need to compel a sample over your refusal, I have to get a search warrant.
Fingerprints at booking are a means of identification (I know this was covered in both the majority opinion and the dissent, though, again, I haven't read them in detail). Especially with the spread of automated fingerprint ID systems, we get confirmation or alerts on a suspect's identity in minutes. But those prints CAN be compared against previously unknown prints in the system, too, and they usually are.
DNA, via buccal swab, raised other concerns. In the instant case, you've got someone who was identified and charged with an older offense solely or primarily due to the DNA match. You don't have a massive intrusion into the body; just a q-tip swiped around the cheek. Reportedly, the markers currently used don't reveal personal medical information -- but that's easily changed as we understand DNA better. I've got some mixed feelings here, and need to finish reading the whole opinion.Voting against incumbents until we get a Congress that does its job.
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Not widely known(in the UK) but when babies are given that little heel prick when first born that information including a dna profile if needed could potentially be recovered. Anyway for any conspiracy theorist out there maybe the government has everyone's DNA anyway?the sole advantage of power is that you can do more good.
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Lower Merion police officer Sean Quinn was found dead Monday morning in South Philadelphia as a result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to LMPD Superintendent Michael McGrath.
The township released the following statement at 12:23 p.m. Monday:
Lower Merion Police Superintendant Michael McGrath regrets to report that Officer Sean Quinn, a respected veteran of the force, was found this morning deceased as the result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Quinn was found unresponsive is his personal vehicle which was located in FDR Park located on Pattison Ave. in South Philadelphia.
Superintendent McGrath issued the following statement, "The Lower Merion Police Department wishes to express its heartfelt condolences to Officer Quinn's family and friends and asks that they be kept in your thoughts and prayers as we all try to come to terms with this tragic event."
Officer Quinn, 46, was last seen in Ardmore at about 5:30 a.m. on Monday. He was due to report for duty at 7 a.m., but has been unreachable since then. His last known contact with family was at 6:27 a.m., from the Columbus Boulevard area of Philadelphia.
The Lower Merion Police Department along with the Philadelphia Police Department conducted an extensive search for the officer, and his vehicle was located in the Park.
A subsequent search of the vehicle led to the discovery of his body.
Earlier Monday, Lower Merion police had alerted other regional law enforcement authorities to Quinn's disappearance, giving a description of him.
Lower Merion Township spokesman Tom Walsh said Quinn was a "well-liked, well-respected officer ... This is really a blow."
Quinn, a Delaware County resident, was a D.A.R.E. officer and was once honored at a Philadelphia 76ers game as a "Hometown Hero". In the Lower Merion Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #28, Quinn was a member of the Memorial committee.
The FOP notified members with the following e-mail, which FOP leadership forwarded to Patch:
It is with great sadness that the Lodge announces the passing of Brother Sean Quinn this morning, 2/11/2013.
Brother Quinn's death is the tragic result of suicide. We ask that you keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.
The Lodge will notify the membership of arrangements as they are known.
The Lodge requests that all members honor Brother Quinn's 25 years of active police service and dedication to the FOP. Brother Quinn was a husband and father. He was an active volunteer in the community who always supported the Lodge.
In Quinn's LinkedIn profile, he described himself as "near retirement" and said he was "building a business that specializes in 'Social Shopping'."


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No other coach has embodied and embraced the sport of soccer at Middle Tennessee like 11th-year mentor Aston Rhoden. During his tenure with the Blue Raiders, which started in 2002, he has lifted the program to new heights on and off the field, while exhibiting his core team ideals of Pride. Passion. Purpose.
Already the all-time winningest coach in program history with a mark of 117-69-20, Rhoden added a Sun Belt Tournament title and NCAA Tournament appearance to his impressive resume in 2010. The program also played host to the Sun Belt Championships for the first time this past fall at Dean A. Hayes Track and Soccer Stadium.
Middle Tennessee finished second in the 2010 Sun Belt regular season standings, but when it mattered most, during the conference championships, it pulled through to advance to the national tournament for the first time in program history. Despite facing arguably the toughest non-conference schedule in school history, including a match with perennial power, defending champion and No. 1-ranked North Carolina. Middle Tennessee faced four nationally-ranked opponents during the campaign in addition to a pair of SEC road games.
Along the way, he reached the 100-win plateau while at Middle Tennessee Oct. 3, 2010, at UALR, becoming the first coach in school history to surpass the milestone. His defensive unit allowed a goal or fewer in 15 consecutive matches through the Sun Belt Tournament championship, including each contest on the Sun Belt slate.
The challenging non-conference slate continued last fall with three SEC foes on the road in consecutive weeks in the opening month, including a match at No. 23 Tennessee in early September. The schedule prepared the Blue Raiders well for Sun Belt action, as Middle Tennessee registered six of its nine shutouts against conference opponents and only allowed more than a goal once in the final 10 matches of the campaign.
He has seen his Blue Raider teams secure double-figure victories in nine of the previous 10 seasons, including a school-record 17 wins in 2006. Middle Tennessee's team has earned the NSCAA Academic Award for 10 consecutive years and was the 2008 winner of the Sun Belt Conference Team Academic Award with an overall team GPA of 3.5.
Indeed, the Rhoden era has been one of on-field accomplishments and academic achievements. The two-time Sun Belt Conference Coach of the Year led the Blue Raiders to their first conference championship in 2004, and Middle Tennessee has strung together nine-straight winning seasons for the first time in program history entering this fall. Rhoden notched his 100th overall coaching career win in Middle Tennessee's 3-1 win against Western Kentucky Oct. 27, 2006.
Rhoden's coaching has elevated his players to high levels of success and Middle Tennessee's fast-paced, attacking style has not only resulted in a top-notch defensive squad, but fans were also awed by an offensive unit rated third nationally in scoring offense in 2006. Middle Tennessee's 17-4 record produced the nation's eighth-best winning percentage (.810) that season. The high-octane Middle Tennessee offense established single-season records for points (222), goals (76) and assists (66) in 2006. High-scoring offenses under Rhoden are nothing new. The Blue Raiders were No. 3 nationally in scoring in 2004 and they ranked among the top 25 nationally in 2005.
The Blue Raiders also earned the program's first regional ranking in 2006. They broke into the Soccer Buzz regional ranking after a 14-2 start and finished the 2006 campaign ranked No. 14 in the final Central Region poll. In 2009, MT enjoyed a run in the NSCAA South Region's Top 10 after a stellar start on its way to tying for the third-best record in school history at 12-6-2.
Under Rhoden's direction, Middle Tennessee has proven to be a record-setting program in all aspects of the game. The single-season records for wins, shots, goals, assists, points, least goals allowed, goals against average and shutouts all have been established under his watch.
Middle Tennessee has become one of the premier teams in the Sun Belt under Rhoden, whose squads are 66-23-10 in conference play. Rhoden's solid work has been rewarded with Sun Belt Conference Coach of the Year honors in 2003 and 2004.
His players have excelled on the field and in the classroom. Rhoden signed the SBC Newcomer of the Year in each of his first four seasons, and Soccer Buzz rated the 2005 signing class No. 1 in the Sun Belt and among the top 55 classes nationally. Additionally, the 2006-08 signing classes were named to the top 25 in the Central Region by the online publication. Rhoden produced the Sun Belt's Player of the Year in 2004 when Debs Brereton became the first player in school history to be so honored, and 38 of his players have earned all-conference honors during the past 10 seasons.
Under his watch, Soccer Buzz has named eight Middle Tennessee players to the All-Central Region Team and three players have earned recognition on the Soccer Buzz Elite Team of the Week. Rhoden also has had a player selected to the Central Region All-Freshman Team by Soccer Buzz, while another was selected as the NSCAA National Player of the Week. In 2009, two players (Shan Jones, Vanessa Mueggler) were recognized by the NSCAA on its All-South Region Team, the most Blue Raiders in a single season on the squads, until it was matched this past fall by Allison Stallard and Regina Thomas.
The honors continued to flow in 2010, capped by goalkeeper Rebecca Cushing being selected as the Sun Belt Tournament Most Outstanding Player. She was joined on the all-tournament team by four others after Middle Tennessee captured the crown. Four Blue Raiders grabbed all-conference accolades after the regular season, including three on the first team. Cushing also was named to the TopDrawerSoccer.com National Team of the Week for her efforts in the conference tournament, while Mueggler added her second-straight NSCAA All-South Region honor. This past fall, TopDrawerSoccer.com included Paige Goeglein and Maddie Harper among its best in the Sun Belt on its various lists throughout the campaign.
Rhoden also has developed the top-five all-time leading goal producers in program history as well as 15 first-team All-Sun Belt players, one SBC Player of the Year, three SBC Freshmen of the Year, four SBC Newcomers of the Year and 15 Sun Belt Player of the Week selections. Rhoden coached two players at Middle Tennessee who earned spots on the All-Time Sun Belt 30-Year Anniversary Team (Laura Miguez, Debs Brereton).
Success in recruiting has led to Middle Tennessee's elevated success on the field and to improved attendance in each of Rhoden's seasons. The Blue Raiders set a single-game attendance record when 1,309 attended the 2006 opener against Southern Miss. The previous high for single-game attendance was 1,285 against Vanderbilt in 2005. During the 2011 season, Middle Tennessee held the top rank in attendance in the Sun Belt, outdrawing its conference opponents by more than 100 on average per match.
Perhaps fans continue to flock to Dean A. Hayes Track and Soccer Stadium in record numbers because Rhoden's teams have rarely disappointed on the home turf despite the challenging schedule. The Blue Raiders are 68-18-7 at home under Rhoden, including two perfect seasons (9-0 in 2004 and 10-0 in 2006). The Blue Raiders had a 23-match home win streak snapped during the 2007 season but still managed to finish 6-1-1 on the home turf.
Not only does Rhoden emphasize winning on the field and in the weight room, but he also stresses excelling in the classroom as well. An incredible total of 114 of his student-athletes have earned All-SBC academic accolades during the previous 10 seasons, and he has had five players selected to the CoSIDA/ESPN Academic All-District IV Team with a 3.3 or higher GPA. In addition, Middle Tennessee has earned the prestigious NSCAA Academic Award 10 consecutive years under Rhoden. Teams must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher to be considered. He also has had five players selected to the NSCAA South Region All-Scholar Team, including Paige Goeglein and Allison Stallard this past fall.
Rhoden became head coach at Middle Tennessee after serving in the same capacity for five varsity seasons at North Alabama in Florence, Ala. Rhoden started the North Alabama program from scratch, playing the first season as a club team before moving to varsity status in his second year at the helm. He compiled 39 wins during his tenure at UNA, including a pair of 11-win campaigns.
Rhoden was hired at UNA after serving as staff coach for the Alabama Youth Soccer Association and as an assistant soccer coach at Randolph High School in Huntsville, Ala. He also served as director of coaching for the Rocket City Kicks Soccer Club in Huntsville and is currently a staff coach for the Tennessee Olympic Development Program (ODP) staff.
The Jamaica native received his bachelor's degree in computer science and mathematics from the University of Alabama-Huntsville in 1989. He holds a National "A" Coaching License from the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) as well as the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) Premier Diploma. Rhoden played collegiately at Alabama-Huntsville, where he earned numerous athletic and academic awards. Prior to his four-year playing career at UAH, Rhoden played with the youth national team of Jamaica as well as Real Mona FC.
Rhoden and his wife, Tara, live in Murfreesboro with their daughter, Ashley.


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For now, no more breakfasts in Manchester's Veterans Park
MANCHESTER — The leader of a church group that has sought to serve breakfast to the homeless in Veterans Memorial Park appears to have backed away from the request for now.
Bill Sullivan, who heads "Do you know Him? Ministries," told Chief of Parks Peter Capano and Mayor Ted Gatsas in a meeting Tuesday that he was willing to continue using the Salvation Army to serve the breakfast for the time being, according to the two officials.
Sullivan was not present at the committee meeting or at a later full board meeting. He told a Union Leader reporter Tuesday night that he had no comment.
Several dozen residents packed the City Hall chamber on Tuesday to protest the decision.
"We live in a large city — 300 people coming to a breakfast, that's just a drop in the bucket," Mike Porter said during the public comment period of the aldermen's meeting. "There are some who stigmatize the homeless, that they're mentally ill or alcoholics. But there's another segment. They're people who've lost their jobs, they're living two to three families to an apartment. This issue of putting them outside the main park in the city, it's like putting a blanket on the homeless."
"One of the basic responsibilities of all of us is feeding families,"
said Alderman-At-Large Dan O'Neil. "I don't understand if they could use Arms Park, why not this one?"
"We talked to the chamber. We had a meeting at the Welcome Center. In general there are concerns about wear and tear at the park. There are homeless who make their homes there, if you will. There are issues that there's a lack of restrooms, especially after hours," he said.
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HOUSTON – Thursday will begin cloudy with lows in the 70s, but it will quickly warm up, KHOU 11 News Meteorologist David Paul said.
"It will be 84 degrees by noon with a little bit of sun coming out, but then, by 3 p.m. it will be hot with temperatures in the 90s," he said.
There's a 30-percent chance for rain on Wednesday afternoon, and some isolated storms will be possible.
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Garlic Butternut Bisque Recipe
With its pleasant squash and garlic flavor and golden-orange color, this rich and creamy soup is sure to be a hit whether you serve it for an everyday meal or a holiday dinner. -Della Clarke Vista, California
- 2 whole garlic bulbs
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 3 large onions, chopped
- 3/4 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 3/4 cup butter, divided
- 4 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cubed (about 8 cups)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh sage, divded
- 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream, divided
- 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut tops off bulbs; brush with oil. Wrap each in heavy-duty foil. Bake at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until softened. Cool 10-15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute the onions carrots and celery in 1/2 cup butter until tender. Add the squash, broth and 2 tablespoons sage. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until squash is tender.
- Squeeze softened garlic into a small bowl; mash with a fork. Stir into squash mixture. Cool slightly. Puree squash mixture in batches in a blender; return to pan. Stir in 1/2 cup cream, salt and pepper and remaining butter; heat through. Garnish with remaining cream and sage. Yield: 9 servings (3 quarts).
Originally published as Garlic Butternut Bisque in Taste of Home August/September 2004, p30
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This is an excellent bisque recipe. I highly recommend it. I have made it for my family as well as given it for gifts. Excellent reviews every time. Simply delicious .. thank you.
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THis was a good moivie in its day ..any comments?
House ....any takers?
House ....any takers?
House ....any takers?AllenC on Thursday, April 26, 2007 - 3:38am
Yeah it was pretty good bck when I saw it.I had actually forgotten this one I may try to rent it and see if it is still good.
House ....any takers?ripamo on Monday, May 7, 2007 - 1:54am
I loved this! Norm and Cliff and a haunted house...who could ask for more?
House ....any takers?demonmaster23 on Friday, May 11, 2007 - 2:47pm
the house movie is another one of the movies around the time when horror meant something and made people scare of the movie and it is a true horror classic of its time
House ....any takers?ockmick on Wednesday, May 30, 2007 - 6:31am
i loved the first one with william katt,..especially the closet scene with "norm",..very funny
House ....any takers?Muphukka on Tuesday, June 5, 2007 - 5:22pm
I first saw it when I was 17 and could finally get into R rated movies without a problem. I thought it was pretty lame back then. I should probably cue it up for nostalgia's sake though.
House ....any takers?greeneyes3855 on Wednesday, June 6, 2007 - 1:09am
It was the BEST one...I realy did like it..
House ....any takers?Changeling on Monday, August 20, 2007 - 5:06am
I thought it was lame and not scary or campy.
House ....any takers?Muphukka on Monday, August 20, 2007 - 3:08pm
I thought it was lame and not scary or campy.
Quoted for truth. There were other movies coming out at that time that were genuinely scary and funny. This thing was stupid.
Furthermore, I think it was the end of the Greatest American Hero's career.
House ....any takers?bryanthevampire on Tuesday, August 21, 2007 - 7:32pm
great movie. loved the concept of the house becoming a nexuc point for converging realities. not just space but time as well. the sequel was of course a let down.


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I separated from my ex-husband when my children were quite young, ages 6 and 3.
Although my ex and I have our issues, and we infuriate each other, we never fight in front of the kids. We try, as hard as it is, never to make negative comments to the children about the other parent.
We realized early on that we are going to be in each other's lives at least until they are 18 and even beyond. We were credited by the school and our day care provider for doing a good job at not putting the children in the middle of our divorce. Not that they were completely unscarred, but they are well-adjusted and welcome any significant others either their dad or I bring into the mix. That being said, my rules have always been to refrain from mixing my dating life with my family.
I am a firm believer in waiting until there is a foundation of a relationship before introducing the kids to the person I am dating. Of all my "dating rules" I believe this is the most important. I don't want to look back someday and know my children had 50 "Uncle Johns." I want to be comfortable and secure as a couple before I introduce them to my children. My date also needs to earn the right to meet the kids. How many times have you gone out with someone a few times and, although you were into them early on, a month later you are not so sure anymore? There is always a "honeymoon" phase where everything is perfume and roses … until all of a sudden you get too comfortable. This is the time where you and the other person are exposed to all the faults you tried to hide.
Usually, children have the other parent in their lives. Don't look for a substitute parent for them as you look for a mate. Don't approach dating as searching for an instant family. Of course, if you are a parent you do need to look at things that would be red flags - things you wouldn't ever want your children exposed to. I do not approach dating as finding a daddy for my kids because no one will ever take that place or the importance from my ex. And it could confuse the children as well because they might feel as though they need to pick sides or stick up for a biological parent.
I have plenty of time to go out when I don't have my children and I reserve those days for that purpose. My children are not affected at all by my going out with the friends who I've met via TheSingleEvent.com or dating. They have stability and know that when I have them, I am here with them. I am not implying that I am the best mother in the world and I certainly have my faults. But I am certain that mixing my family and dating too early is detrimental to them.
When they look back on these years as they enter into college and create their own families, I hope they will remember that I was always here and protected them from outside dangers. Of course, every situation is different and only you can decide for your own family what is an appropriate time frame to introduce your children to someone.
Just slow it down and don't rush the process. Your children might appreciate it and your relationship could have a stronger foundation.


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Better late than never ... live blog from the final night -- Jerry Cooper Night -- of the Pastor-Cooper Memorial Showcase.
I'm sure I'll mention in a few times in the blog, but I was the co-champion of the wing-eating contest and beat Centercourt in the four-person competition. Just wanted to make sure the score was reported (nine wings in three minutes to tie Jess Dhaliwall, a sophomore on the Grand Island girls hoops team who tied me and beat two other grown dudes).
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Just a finishing note. This is really a great event for Western New York high school sports. A total of about 4,500 fans took in some fine basketball action over three days.
There is no admission charge thanks to sponsorship support of an event that David Cooper and his family have continued to carry on in the same spirit of the people for which it is named: Al and Rose Pastor and Jerry Cooper. It is an event whose purpose is to provide a showcase for high school basketball and for those who play the game the right way. It was once again a pleasure to cover.
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After camping out overnight Monday in Mineral Wells at the Palo Pinto County Livestock Association grounds, dozens of covered wagons and riders on horseback made their way east Tuesday morning along U.S. Highway 180 toward Weatherford in the annual Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering and Western Swing trail ride.
The ride began in Jacksboro and will end at the Fort Worth Stockyards in time for this weekend's 22nd annual cowboy festival that pays tribute to the Old West in food, song, ranch rodeo and cutting horse events, poetry and more.
The ride continued down U.S. 180 Tuesday afternoon where the group was scheduled to rest at the First Monday Trade Grounds Tuesday evening.
It was a rest of a different nature for Elvis and Colin Howell. The pair have been chuck wagon cooks on different trail rides for 15 years or so. Colin Howell asked his brother Elvis if he'd like to take part in this year's without having to cook.
"We just came for fun and have never been on this ride before," Elvis Howell, who runs an investment firm out of Stillwater, Okla., said. "We're usually working, putting out food at 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.., so this is play time for us. The people here have been very nice, as we're all kind of interested in the same thing: cattle and the western way of life."
The pair, who have cooked for the National Cowboy Hall of Fame ceremony, admit it's kind of nice to be able to take a break. The grounds were a whirlwind of activity Tuesday afternoon, as a large stage had been set up with a couple hundred chairs for a concert later in the evening.
After a long day on U.S. 180, many riders were setting up their animals with food and water. One was Curtis Thompson of Atoka, Okla., who said this is his third overall ride, but his first in Texas.
"Always a great time no matter where you go, " Thompson said, as he gathered food and water for his horse.
The riders hit the road early this morning for Azle and will finish the ride Thursday in Fort Worth.
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Heavy rain is causing flooding, accidents on roadways around the Bay Area, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Updates throughout the evening:
6:58 p.m.: Roadway flooding at U.S. Highway 101 N near Embarcadero Road on ramp
6:21 p.m.:
- CHP reports a landslide on northbound I-280 N before Page Mill Rd (Los Altos Hills). Second lane from the left blocked. Expect delays.
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- Traffic collisions, unknown injuries at I-280 S Foothill Expy off ramp at Foothill Blvd.
- State Route nor North Hamilton Avenue, East on ramp at E. Hamilton Avenue.
A multi-vehicle accident with injuries was reported by CHP in Los Altos at 1:41 p.m., on southbound I-280 S at Foothill Expy. Right and center lanes blocked. Expect delays.
In San Francisco, several inches of water have been reported in north and southbound lanes on U.S. Highway 101 near Cesar Chavez Street,
according to the CHP.
One foot of water has been reported in San Jose on a connector ramp between Interstate Highway 280 and state Highway 85, according to the CHP.
Mountain View received some flooding on northbound state Highway 85 N at Moffett Blvd affecting the off ramps.
Around 9 a.m. the morning rain, caused down wires in Los Gatos on southbound CA-17 at Pasatiempo Dr. About an hour later, flooding was reported on CA-17 N northbound between Alma Bridge Rd and S Santa Cruz Ave.
Motorists were being advised to reduce speed and expect puddles of standing water on roads and highways.
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If there is a topic worth revisiting about 73 times this season to explain Maryland's scuffling football team, it is the recruiting that has led to the current state of the offensive line.
While last year's unit underachieved relative to their expectations, it was still veteran laden. It still helped the Terrapins knock off some ranked opponents. It still paved the way for Da'Rel Scott to roll up 1,000 yards on the ground.
And what does Maryland have now?
One offensive lineman who was recruited as a scholarship player who is in either his fourth or fifth season in the program. That would be Phil Costa.
Some of the surprisingly vital figures in determining the course of this season aren't necessarily the players in uniform now, or guys who spurned Maryland for other schools in the recruiting process.
It's the Zach Marshalls and Evan Eastburns and Joe Faiellas and Bearthur Johnsons who spent a year or two in the program and gave Maryland nothing but a gaping hole in its offensive line development.
And this afternoon, coach Ralph Friedgen addressed exactly that.
"What's happened is we had a class that we knew this year was coming," Friedgen said. "We recruited five linemen that year and Tyler Bowen has a foot injury, Stephen St. John has had a shoulder problem. Faiella transferred because he knew he wasn't good enough. Then you have Maurice Hampton and Lamar Young, and Lamar's had some shoulder problems also."
Friedgen left out Johnson, who arrived on campus massively overweight, memorably spent all of camp in 2008 trotting laps around the practice facility in a futile attempt to get in shape and ultimately flunked out.
That's only a minor omission, though it's worth noting Bruce Campbell was also part of that class after a prep school year.
Still, the point remains. The Terps haven't entirely whiffed on offensive line recruiting in 2006 and 2007, but it isn't a pretty picture. Of the eight guys signed in those two classes, only three have made a single start. Just as many never played a down for Maryland.
Regardless of skill position talent, no team is going to be good without a decent offensive line. And when there are such a large concentration of misses in such a short period of time, there are some things that will usually happen. Like:
* A quarterback who takes a beating because of lousy protection
* The perception that a running back is regressing because his yardage total plummets
* An offense with limited play-calling options because the line can't give it time
Sounds familiar, huh?
It's out there for all to see that many of the guys Maryland is playing have a ways to go to get better. But it is the players who aren't with the Terps – or, more to the point, some of the poorly evaluated signees who never should have been in College Park in the first place – who have just as much to do with the 1-3 start as the guys now struggling to get by on Saturdays.


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06.06.13 9 Healthy Gifts for a Lucky Dad
What to get for dear old Dad for Father's Day? Whether you're thinking about a gift for your own Dad or helping your kids give a sweet and healthy gift for their Dad, we have some ideas for you. And we promise they have nothing to do with being a #1 DAD (even if they are). You won't find personalized meat branding tools or cooking aprons with a sewn-in 6-pack holder either.
What you will find are some practical and well-designed products that will add to the quality of your guy's life, even if that just means toting a cold bottle of water around (sans the BPA!). Or upping his grilling game with a cast iron grill pan . Or brewing the smoothest pot of coffee in the most presentable and unique glass coffeepot.
For the coffee aficionado: the process starts with pouring boiling water ever-so-precisely with a swan-neck kettle around the rim of this hourglass glass coffeemaker. Very satisfying. Let the coffee grounds bloom (detailed directions here) as you contemplate what to make for breakfast. After a few moments, continue pouring the water while your brew drips into the bottom half of the hourglass.
On the way out? Take the brew on the road in another classical form, the Thermos Sipp tumbler. It's insulated so your guy will be sure to have that hot coffee for hours after leaving the house. Now that's quality.
A Well Packed Lunch: everyone like to feel prepared. Give him the gear to bring delicious leftovers to work or for a mid-way fuel on a hike. The classic Thermos will keep food hot or cold for hours and the only update to this old-school model is the addition of a folding stainless steel spoon (conveniently snap-fits inside the lid). You can't go wrong with a 18/8 stainless steel insulated water bottle. This model is tough - it won't dent and it's made with 2 walls to ensure a COLD drink of water. Use the insulated Pack-it (store folded in the freezer) so your lunch will stay how you like it - either cold in the summer or warm in the winter. Perfection. P.S...they're on sale!
Grill, drink, snack: This enameled cast iron grill pan is hearty and will be the cooking tool that gets passed down to the next generation to use. Known for excellent heat distribution, use it on the stove, in the oven or even place on a campfire! This perfect, smooth, nice-in-the-hand glass is the French Chope Unie tumbler from Duralex. Don't worry, it's tempered and probably won't break, even if he drops it. And if he does, the glass breaks into little crumbles that are easy to clean up - so shards for extra drama. Pair these with some high quality beer or a straw for his smoothie and you've got a thoughtful gift! And for snacking: no need to share with this personal popcorn popper. And it's easy! Just fill with kernals and microwave for a few minutes. Transfer out those microwaveable popcorn bags from the pantry (they're lined with chemicals - same ones that line non-stick pans!) and use a glass microwave popper.
Happy Father's Day planning.


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Lockport Union-Sun & Journal — Can anything be more devastating to farmers than the drought sweeping the country? We are so blessed to be enjoying the local crops and we ought to be very thankful for our bounty. We don't have any real restrictions yet, but we should all get in the habit of conserving water whenever we can. Water is life, plain and simple. Say a prayer for those experiencing weather extremes and let's all do a rain dance!
• I've launched a Kute Kitty Kontest to go with our Bark For Life for the American Cancer Society. Register online at www.relayforlife.org/barkwesternny to bring your dog and join the fun, or get your kitty's photo posted now for the vote to pick the most fabulous feline. Get details at www.julieobermiller.vpweb.com. Check out the cool cats you can vote for with your donations to fight cancer!
• Hey kids! Read and win at the Barker Free Library! For the children and young adults, the Friends have a summer reading basket filled with fun and exciting toys and activities to beat the heat. Each child receives one free ticket per library visit. The Friends of the Barker Free Library also have their monthly basket raffle for July. The theme of the basket is "Lottery Tree" and tickets are available at the library's circulation desk. You must be 18 or older for this basket.
• Fresh baked goods are back at the Barker Farmer's Market! The owner of E. Antonio's Bakery in Wilson brought us fresh Italian bread, pizza bread, cookies, scones, pies and more. Eddie and his son Antonio even brought some cold tropical fruit cups, a nice treat on a warm evening. They'll be back with more treats this week so please show your support. If you want to special order something, call Eddie at 751-9196 and he'll bring it to the market.
Cindy Labiak brings her music to the gazebo at the Barker Market on Thursday. We'll be welcoming back Huntington, Childs and Atwater farms with amazing fresh corn, huge strawberries, melons, vegetables and more. The Friends of the Barker Free Library offer used books at a great price for summer reading. Roy Nerber has plants, flowers and garden art. Ashford Hollow has added banana milk flavor (tastes like the old banana fudgesicles we had as kids), spiced Chai and iced tea mixes to their gourmet coffee, fudge etc. Brianna's Buddies bring cancer and angel jewelry, Kristen's Henna Tattoos and more. You can also get skin and bath products and hand-painted gourd birdhouses. Look for fresh produce, crafts, woodworking and much more to make the trip worthwhile.
We're looking ahead to another great season, with Barker Car Cruises scheduled August 2 and 30. If you have something you'd like to offer, you can rent a space for only $5. The money goes to pay for musical entertainment in the gazebo. There will be a 50/50 raffle each night and a special Salvatore's dinner/hotel package raffle with tickets available until August. To be a part of the market, contact Jo Ann Greenwald at 795-3787. The complete summer entertainment schedule and market updates can be found at www.julieobermiller.vpweb.com. Yes, it's hot but our shady park makes it a good way to spend a summer evening. Lots of food and drink specials at PWT make dinner easy, so come on down.
• Summer Recreation at Barker School is in full swing and runs through Aug. 29, but you must be registered in order to attend. You can get applications and information on the school's website at www.barkercsd.net.
• Bring the family to enjoy summer fun at the Equi*Star Open House coming up on Sunday. The event takes place from noon to 5 p.m. and features a pulled pork dinner, live music, pony rides, a pie-judging contest, 50/50 split drawing and 25-cent games for the kids. New this year is a trick rider and cattle penning demonstration. Admission is free and everybody is welcome to visit the ranch. The ranch is located at 2199 Fuller Road. For information call 778-8249 or www.equistartheranch.com.
• Our neighbors in Hartland will be celebrating their Bicentennial with a grand celebration on July 28, from noon to 6 p.m. in the Hartland Town Park on Ridge Road. There will be a huge parade at noon, as well as food vendors, artisans, crafters and contests for adults and children. You'll enjoy continuous music, historical encampments, horse and wagon rides, vintage tractor displays and much more, so save the date for old-fashioned fun. Get all the celebration details at www.townofhartland.org.
• Get tickets now for the Barker Fire Dept.'s annual Beer and Band night on July 28. Live music will be provided by Civil Unrest from 9 to 1 a.m. Doors open at 8 p.m. and there is a $5 admission/cover charge. There will be plenty of hamburgers, hot dogs, an assortment of beer and malt beverages and non-alcoholic drinks for purchase. There will be 50/50 drawings and a special raffle for the Fishing Fiend. It includes a rod and reel, tackle box and custom bait built by beaglecreekbait.com. For tickets call Jennifer Mason at 930-6788 or leave a message at the fire hall at 795-3011. Our Barker Volunteer Fire Co. is always in need of new members, male and female, to be ready for emergencies in our town. Why not you? For more information, drop by from 6:30 to 9 any Thursday night (drill night) or leave a message on their phone.
• Save the date! The Barker Pioneer Fest is coming on September 8 and you won't want to miss it. The all-day event is sponsored by the Barker Business and Professional Assoc., and it promises to be an amazing celebration! Look for the BBPA float in Hartland's Bicentennial Parade on July 28 or visit their tent at our Farmer's Market on Thursdays. Sponsors and volunteers are needed for the event. For more information on sponsorship or the Battle of the Businesses, contact Julia Bender at 418-0187. Watch for more details.
• The 2012 Summer Reading "Dream Big; READ!" program is underway at Barker Free Library. Sign up for Creatures of the Night Story time on July 28 and Follow Your Dreams Story time on Saturday August 11. There will be stories, crafts, games and more! Story times are funded by a Grigg-Lewis Grant and sponsored by the NIOGA Library System. Stop in or call 795-3344 to register for any or all of these programs.
• Have a computer question? Come to the Barker Library during "Open Access" and get answers to your questions. Open Access refers to time on a computer with a trainer. Get hands-on practice on a computer. Patrons can get help on a wide range of computer topics. Lap top computers are provided for patron use during the session. Open access is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 28.
• The Somerset Town Wide Yard Sale makes a return on August 4, and if you want to be included on the map, you need to call the Somerset Town Hall at 795-3575. Maps will be available at local businesses and the town hall before the event so you can plan your shopping route. You can reserve a table for the sale on the grounds of Faith United Methodist Church, where they will also be selling hot dogs, beverages, baked goods and more, with rest rooms available. Call the church at 795-9945 for information.
• The annual Ice Cream Social and Barker Community Band Concert at Faith United Methodist Church is set for 6 p.m. on August 6. They will have a silent (write down your bids) basket auction as well and donations are appreciated. Our community band always puts on a sterling performance! The concert is free and ice cream may be purchased.
Have a gentle week and be thankful for your many blessings.
Sunday is the deadline for the Chatterbox. Send your news to firstname.lastname@example.com (no attachments except MS Word and jpeg please) 795-9262 or to 8691 Lake Road, #9, Barker 14012.


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Jo Anne Embleton
Jacksonville Daily Progress
Despite waiting awhile for their turn to be shown, the swine at Friday's Junior Livestock Show seemed to be having a good time.
Several were stretched out on beds of straw, catching some shut-eye while others received spa treatment by owners wielding spray bottles of skin-conditioning agents.
Then there were oinkers like Lulu and Tutu – shown by twins Ryan and Ramie Weaver of New Summerfield FFA – who were hamming it up a bit.
Ramie – in the midst of giving Tutu a good scratch on the neck – looked over at Lulu, who was wagging her stick-straight tail.
"When they do that, it means they're happy," the 18-year-old smiled.
She and her brother have been entering projects in the county stock show since they were in seventh grade.
"It's fun, I really enjoy doing this," she said as her brother added, nodding, "each pig has a different personality."
The 64th annual event – held at the Cherokee County Stock Show & Exposition Center on West Loop 456 – drew 373 exhibitors, who showed 525 entries in nine divisions, said Royce Traylor, stock show treasurer.
The three-day event "draws a bunch of attendees," including special visitors like those from Rusk ISD's preschool program as well as a local Rusk independent preschool, he said.
"A lot of kids have never seen an animal," he said.
Last year's event pulled in $222,000 from an auction of the different projects, funds that are turned right back around into the program through things like scholarships.
However, it's not about how much or how little is raised, but about focusing on youth in the community.
"It's all about the kids," Traylor said, adding that he's now seeing second and third generations of families involved in the local event. "It's kind of like a family reunion for me."
And family seems to a key component of the annual event, as siblings watched over or helped with swine projects Fri-day.
As Jake Bender, 8, groomed his barrow (young male pig) "Mack," his dad Morgan occasionally called out suggestions to him.
The elder Bender said that while this was Jake's first year to show an animal, his sisters Jaclyn, 17, and Julissa, 11, "have been doing this for about three years, although they all have been raising animals at the (family's Troup) farm since they were little."
Across the way, 11-year-old Claire Kellis was helping groom her sister Brittany's 18-month-old barrow "Roy" while waiting for shop projects to be judged.
"This is the first year I've done shop," entering a saddle rack into competition, she said, adding, "my pig died, so I decided to do different class."
Meanwhile, the girls' youngest sister, Kamryn, a first-grader at Rusk Elementary, participated for the first time this year, winning a ribbon in the Pee Wee Showman category.
She excitedly showed a visitor her prize, saying she enjoyed being part of this year's event because "it's fun."
Friday's events included goat, beef cattle and shop project judging.
The annual competition is opent to youths from Future Farmers of America clubs in Alto, Wells, Bullard, Jackson-ville, Rusk, New Summer-field and Troup as well as the Classic, Cloverleaf, Footbridge, Hearts in Bloom, Lookout and Wells 4-H groups.
Saturday's Schedule:
9 a.m. – Horses
1 p.m. – Queen's contest
Noon - 3 p.m. – Bar-becue catered by Sadler's
3 p.m – Livestock auction, followed by shop project sale


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Last night my best friend as a kid killed himself. According to the newspaper, the cops tried to talk him down off the bridge, but he jumped.
I haven't seen him since college. We lost touch a long time ago. I heard he was living off the grid the past two years. He'd been in and out of facilities to deal with his schizophrenia. He didn't like taking his meds. Now, he's gone, and there's just this tidal wave of grief. Our parents are still good friends. No one knows what to say.
I don't even feel like writing today, but I wanted to put something down, so I'm linking to the three posts where I learned I had bipolar II and my own dealings with suicide.
If you or anyone you know needs help, please don't hesitate to call 1-800-273-8255
Here is my story in three parts:


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STERLING, Ill. —
Clinton ran away with the boys team title and combined with the girls team to finish fourth out of 13 teams in the combined standings Saturday at the Sterling Indoor Invitational track and field meet at the Westwood complex.
"We had some nice performances," Clinton boys coach Tony Smith said. "It was the last indoor meet, and it was a nice tuneup for the outdoor season."
The River Kings finished with 113 points, 29 more than runner-up East Moline (Ill.) United Township.
Highlights for Clinton included a pair of individual wins for junior Deshond Robinson, a pair of relay victories and 1-2 finishes in the high jump and 400-meter run.
"Deshond had a great meet," Smith said.
Robinson won the 60 in 7.19 seconds, .12 ahead of Rock Island Alleman's Matt Hubbell, and the 200 in 23.29, .65 ahead of United Township's Todd Plamer. Robinson also anchored Clinton's winning 1,600-meter relay unit (3:37.24), which finished 3 1⁄2 seconds ahead of Sterling, and took second behind teammate Jason Banker in the 400. Banker crossed the finish line in 52.52, Robinson followed in 52.67 and Sterling's Cornell Hartz was third in 53.11.
The other 1-2 Clinton finish came in the high jump, where Brady Ernst was first at 6 feet, 2 inches, and teammate Will Carr took second at 6-0.
Clinton also won the 800 relay in 1:37.72, Nathan Harden took second for the Kings in the shot put (46-0) and Stephen Baca was third in the 60 hurdles (9.20).
Cody Collender scored in two individual events (third in the long jump at 19-0 and sixth in the 60 in 7.44) and was on two of the relay units.
The Kings also got points from the third-place 3,200 relay unit (9:04.62), Austin Houzenga's sixth in the 60 hurdles (9.56) and Bret Determan's sixth in the 800 (2:15.71). Tyler Thacker went 18-0 in the long jump, falling one-quarter inch short of tying for sixth place.
The Clinton girls placed 11th in their meet with 5 points. Kim Kaster was fifth in the 1,600 (5:51.92) for the Queens, McKenzie Petersen took sixth in the 400 (1:08.37) and the Queens placed fifth in the 3,200 relay (11:01.20).


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What, this old junk?
Before the triangular symbol taught us to recycle, reduce and reuse, recycling in Taiwan worked this way:
Early morning or late at night, a man riding a tricycle trailed a small wagon and his long shadow through an alley piled with waste under a lone street light. He collected the brown glass Taiwan Beer bottles, from a wedding banquet, possibly, and placed them into his wagon. Sometimes he hollered "Empty wine bottles for sale?"
People who make a living out of recycled waste are still visible on the island of 35,000 square kilometres, crammed with a population of 23 million.
Today, plastic bottles are turned into blankets for disaster relief. The Taiwan Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation has been collecting plastic bottles from Taipei, a city of 2.6 million, for the past three years and converting them into about 244,000 polyester blankets intended for disaster zones. Read a related story here.


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Outlook users now have the added benefit of using Google Apps Sync. Sync allows Outlook to connect to Google using Microsoft Exchange. Not only does email synchronize, calendar and contacts synchronize as well. For those interested in learning the detailed information about Google Apps Sync and all of its features, view the video at the bottom of this page.
It is important to note that there is a separate password you need to use; different than the Authserv password used to access Google webmail. This password must be configured prior to using your Google email in an email client. This password is known as the "Google-side Password".
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A burglar entered a Marietha Drive home Monday, stealing more than $2,700 worth of merchandise, according to Richmond Police Chief Larry Brock.
The resident of the apartment in the 700 block of Marietha Drive reported to Richmond police that her apartment has been broken into during the day.
"Entry was gained by breaking the kitchen window," Brock confirmed.
Police are working to recover the following items:
• A black Westinghouse 26-inch LED television, model No. LD-265
• A MacBook Pro 13-inch laptop computer
• A blank personal check
• A silver, ladies' 2008 Notre Dame Academy high school class ring
• A ladies' size-seven gold ring with a garnet setting surrounded by tiny hearts and diamonds
• A diamond turtle pendant on a 20-inch silver necklace
• A KAT sorority silver necklace
• A a multi-colored KAT sorority bag
• A ladies' aqua blue Guess wallet with a silver "G" emblem
• A Garmin GPS unit
• A white Nintendo Wii gaming system
• A black Hewlett Packard laptop computer
Police estimate the loss to be about $2,760.
Crimes reported Sept. 29:
• A visitor to the 300 block of High Street reported that a Dell Vostro laptop computer in a black and gray Swiss Army case was stolen overnight from his parked vehicle. There were no signs of forced entry, according to police. The estimated loss was $1,100.
• A resident in the 800 block of the Eastern Bypass reported his apartment had been unlawfully entered during the morning and a number of items were stolen.
No signs of forced entry were shown, Brock said.
The following items were reported missing: $5,000 in cash, a Sony PlayStation 3 gaming system, a men's silver Ecko wristwatch and a men's gold Elgin wristwatch with a black leather band. The estimated loss is $5,410.
• An employee of Jerzees, 122 E. Main Street, reported his black Jonway moped, model MC-110-50, had been stolen from the rear parking lot of the bar between 8 p.m. Sept. 28 and 2 a.m. Sept. 29. The estimated loss is $800, according to police.
Anyone with information about these cases should call the Richmond Police Department at 623-1162.