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Depression and anxiety almost always come together and medication alone is not the complete treatment plan according to the research. I would think some cognitive therapy would be very helpful.
Hope things improve very soon.
Dr. Farrell
every anti depressant on the market but they were not working. My
last antidepressant was Effexor which was the only time in my life, I went off of it without telling my Doctor. I had no idea what was happening, I was throwing things, screaming at people, I keyed a car. During this time I also had severe anxiety from a lawsuit so my doctor gave me 20mg of Valium. I had already taken xanax, Augmenten, Ativan, Klonopin etc. The Valium worked better but my behavior did not. After we moved to Florida a friend in NY recommended a Psychiatrist who was supposed to be fantastic. The first thing I found out was that stopping Effexor could kill you. I had some blood tests to make sure I was physically fit, I was perfect ) Then I found out I was a rapid cycling bipolar, and what a trip it's been. Dr. Farrell's breathing exercises have been a godsend, not one anxiety or panic attack since I started those. I also switched from a regular therapist to a Cognitive Therapist, again, thanks to Dr. Farrell, what an incredible difference, at least for me.
Have you told a Physician you are having pain with the anxiety ? WHY ?
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the doctor and I'm always right". A lot of my conquering my illness was my own research, Dr. Farrell and a fabulous Psychiatrist who really listens to me and gives in.when I present the facts. An example is I was taking 1200 mg of Seroquel and another list of medication. I can tolerate a lot of medication but I don't want it if I do not need it. However, that amount was needed because I was going 4-5 days with no sleep. I asked to change the dose to 600 mg in AM and 600 PM and he agreed. After a few months I was so out of it, I was crashing into walls. I asked to be taken down to 600 at night and we agreed on that, I've been there for months. My energy is back, I'm not sleeping during the day, my ability to focus is back.
Remember, you must be involved in the process as well. It's your body and mind and you MUST find someone who you like and you feel you are being understood. I went through a horrible tragedy when I lost my Dad in a way you would think was a horror movie. I could not do anything, I went somewhere else and just cut the world off. AGAIN, Dr. Farrell got me to talk, my anxiety was so bad I had huge round bloody sores from head to toe, I had them biopsied and they have a long Latin name described as the anxiety has reached it's limit.
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For your anxiety problem, have you tried Vipassana meditation? Vipassana, which means to see things as they really are, is one of India's most ancient techniques of meditation. It was rediscovered by Gotama Buddha more than 2500 years ago and was taught by him as a universal remedy for universal ills.
This non-sectarian technique aims for the total eradication of mental impurities and the resultant highest happiness of full liberation. Healing, not merely the curing of diseases, but the essential healing of human suffering, is its purpose.
Vipassana is a way of self-transformation through self-observation. It focuses on the deep interconnection between mind and body, which can be experienced directly by disciplined attention to the physical sensations that form the life of the body, and that continuously interconnect and condition the life of the mind. It is this observation-based, self-exploratory journey to the common root of mind and body that dissolves mental impurity, resulting in a balanced mind full of love and compassion.
The scientific laws that operate one's thoughts, feelings, judgements and sensations become clear. Through direct experience, the nature of how one grows or regresses, how one produces suffering or frees oneself from suffering is understood. Life becomes characterized by increased awareness, non-delusion, self-control and peace.
Otherwise you can also compare different modern technique to overcome anxiety such Linden method or Panic Away method. Justin and Friends site have a good review about both of the techniques.
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I cover the pervasive, yet little-understood auto industry.
Every major automaker has skin in the electric vehicle game, so the current National Highway Traffic Safety Administration investigation into Chevy Volt battery fires potentially threatens the whole industry, not just Chevrolet and its parent, General Motors.
Put Nissan Motor Co. at the head of that list. Nissan has a lot of chips riding on electric vehicles. About the same time Chevrolet launched the Chevy Volt, at the tail end of 2010, Nissan launched the battery powered Nissan Leaf.
The Nissan Leaf is the first mass-market electric car, and it's key to Nissan's ongoing campaign to be seen as a technological innovator. It uses battery power exclusively. The Chevy Volt has both battery power and a gasoline engine, which greatly extends the car's range, generating electricity when the battery runs low. Like the Nissan Leaf, the Chevy Volt can also be recharged by plugging it into an electrical outlet.
What they have in common are rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, similar in concept to the ones in laptop computers, only bigger. So do the electric vehicles and gasoline electric hybrids for every other automaker, either on sale now or in the product pipeline.
That includes Ford Motor Co., the Chrysler Group, Toyota Motor Co. and Honda Motor Co., not to mention luxury automakers like BMW AG and Daimler. Lithium-ion batteries are a key breakthrough that make electric vehicles far more practical in terms of operating range. Therefore, it's not just Chevy's problem if the public starts associating the terms, "lithium-ion batteries," "electric vehicle," and "fire."
Nissan says its battery layout is especially safe, including a frame around the battery and a robust steel case around the battery itself. Nissan said through a spokesman it's not aware of any crashes or crash-testing that resulted in a fire.
Nevertheless, Nissan is vulnerable in another way if demand for electric vehicles softens, because Nissan is building a dedicated factory in Tennessee to produce a much higher volume of the Nissan Leaf, starting in 2012. Through November, Nissan Leaf sales in the United States were 8,720, according to AutoData Corp. After the new plant is up and fully running, Nissan is looking for annual sales of around 150,000.
Contrast that with Ford, which is building electric vehicles that are basically battery powered versions of conventionally powered cars. For instance, the Ford Focus Electric can be built on the same assembly line as other cars. Unlike Nissan, if demand for EVs tanks, Ford isn't stuck with a white elephant factory that can't easily switch to building something else.
The background on the current Chevy Volt situation is that in a very few instances, fires broke out days or even weeks after the NHTSA crash-tested the Chevy Volt and its battery pack, in crashes severe enough to damage the battery. A NHTSA investigation is ongoing. NHTSA says it is not aware of any such fires occurring in real-world crashes.
GM insists the Chevy Volt is safe to drive. "The Volt is our pride and joy, and we will do all we can to make sure owners are as proud of it as we are," said Mark Reuss, president, GM North America, in a Nov. 28 conference call.
As a short-term fix, GM announced it would provide free loaner cars for Chevy Volt owners. GM is also offering to train emergency workers to drain the stored electricity from the battery as a precaution, following a crash involving a Chevy Volt.
Gee, we would not want any new technology to threaten the all powerful, all polluting oil industry would we? It is just amazing how this "fire" issue is being labeled as the end of the electric car or the "softening of the market". Excuse me but we have all been driving gasoline filled "bombs" for years. How many have died because their car exploded in flames. Have you ever written an article on how dangerous emissions from burning gasoline have deadly affects on humans? I seriously doubt it.
There are plenty of Oil investors who are licking their chops with this story but not this time boys. This "battery fire story"is a shallow attempt to chip away at the advancement of Electric cars.
Let me clue you in. Electric cars are here to stay and when more and more people realize they can place solar panels on their homes, plug in and basically drive for free we may finally see the wheels come off Big Oil. It might take a long time but the numbers are beginning to work. With a 30% Federal tax incentives and my local power company giving me a $10,000 rebate on my solar installation the price for my 5000Kw system drops to $8200. That means I'll be driving for free in less than 3 years and spending less than $500 a year in electricity. I usually spend nearly $3000 a year in gas.
I'm picking up my Nissan Leaf this week and will have effectively eliminated oil and coal as a transportation fuel for my personal car. And I assure you the only thing burning will be my Exxon/Mobile, BP, Shell, Texaco gas cards.
Correction: I'll be spending less than $500 a year on electricity to power my car for the first three years until the system is paid off.
I did the same….
I bought a Volt and installed solar panels to charge it. I now drive to work for free.
For me it was never about the money. It was about who the money went to. I got tired of sending money to countries that wish to destroy us every week when I filled up the tank. I would rather give money to Chevrolet, and create jobs.
While from a human fallacy perspective you may be right, the fact remains that between 200,000 and 300,000 vehicle fires occur YEARLY in regular gas powered cars, and fires are one of the leading causes of crash-related fatalities (google it).
So the absence of any real-life crash fires in the Volt (let alone the fact that the test-crash fire occurred weeks after the test crash AND the test crash of regular cars IS routinely performed without gas in the tank because regular gas cars explode so frequently in real life crashes) makes the Volt actually a very VERY good car.
And WITH its power source filled (battery, but for the avg car it would have been gas),the VOLT still got a five star safety rating.
So human fallacy will focus on things we are not used to, like electric car "risks" while ignoring the elephant in the room (gas car fires). But it's totally silly.
daverauschkolb: I totally agree…this is the typical position from Forbes (and many other financially oriented publications). I'm proceeding in a similar fashion and will be purchasing zero gasoline in the near future. In fact there are many people who feel the same way and are moving quickly in that direction. Are the numbers significant in terms of the total number of US auto consumers, not for a while but are the numbers significant in advancing this movement…yes, they are. Most automobile manufacturers now know that there is a significant percentage of consumers who are willing to alter their behavior to not have to buy gasoline. And this is beyond the other advantages of EVs (high torque, whisper quiet, low maintenance, etc.). Dave, again thanks for your comments…perhaps James and Forbes will learn to do real investigative reporting instead of reading other news posts and coming up with a editorial which "buys" the support of big oil/energy leaders.
The biggest obstacle to the take-up of electric vehicles is fear. First it was the fear that they don't go far enough on a charge, then there was the fear that there is nowhere to charge them and now there is the fear that they spontaneously combust. But fear is irrational – facts can dispel them.
For example, we know that 80% of Europeans drive less than 63 miles per day, and the average daily distance is just 25 miles. It may be a bit higher in the States, and it varies from person to person, but the figures won't be wildly different. That means 80% of Europeans could run a Nissan Leaf as their only car.
We also know that most cars are parked at least 90% of the time – either overnight at home or at work during the day – which is plenty of time to charge at either location.
And we also know for a fact that the batteries on electric cars are safe in normal use. There is no danger to owners unless they are in a very serious accident, which is not much fun anyway. Crash a Chevy Volt in the way the NHTSA did (a side impact pole test followed by a roll-over) and there is a chance the coolant line to the battery may be ruptured, causing the battery to eventually overheat and spark. But I'd rather be in that accident in the Chevy Volt – one which achieved the maximum scores for crash safety in the US and Europe – than in a car carrying a tank of gasoline. Highly combustable gasoline. That explodes.
Owners and drivers have nothing to fear. The important thing is to drain the batteries properly after an accident, which is the role of the emergency services, who're already being trained to deal with these incidents.
It's refreshing to see comments from rational people. I keep seeing this story pushed as well. The article tries to pin the issue on electric vehicles when the issue is a SMASHED BATTERY. Go ahead Forbes, write; "GM Volts' Li-ion battery fire threaten all Li-ion manufacturers"
I can write nonsense too! Where's my check?


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395 Hayes Street
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Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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(415) 252-1110
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Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
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Bar Dining, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Caffe Delle Stelle is a classic Italian trattoria with comfortable neighborhood charm and destination-caliber cuisine. We use the best available local ingredients, organic meats, and vegetables. Our daily changing menu features soulful classics of Northern Italy, simply and earnestly prepared. Our
homemade pastas, breads, and desserts are always fresh and prepared daily. Caffe Delle Stelle is located in the heart of the Hayes Valley neighborhood, within short walking distance of all the major performing arts venues of the Civic Center.
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I have been going to Caffe delle
Stelle since it opened. The food is always excellent and the service is friendly and helpful."
Dined on 7/29/2014
Wonderful place. Haven't been
there in years and was glad it is still good. It was a very hot night and the ac only worked on the other side of the restaurant and they left the main door open, which didn't help. Very nice staff."
Dined on 7/25/2014
We chose this place because of
it's location and it said it had gluten free choices. They had one choice and it was awful. Our waitress was very uneducated on what gluten free is. She said it was tasteless because the gluten had been removed so it took the flavor. We tried three other regular meals and they all were odd and tasteless. The bread they brought us prior to our meals was great. Dinner for four $100 and we all left hungry."
Dined on 7/19/2014
This place is in the performing
arts district, so I intentionally made a reservation for 8:15pm when the concert goers would be out. However, we arrived early, about 7:15. There were hardly any customers in the place, and there were no tables set up. We had to wait a few minutes for a table. The table water was house-made sparkling water that reeked of chlorine. They had no bottled water at all. The water glasses and wine glasses were hot out of the dishwasher. One of the glasses was also cracked. The wine and beer selections were vary narrow and not good. The menus were dirty. We left without ordering."
Dined on 7/17/2014
food is fair to good. I would not
go back just for the food."
Dined on 7/17/2014
This restaurant is our regular
pre-show place. The staff is friendly and efficient, atmosphere is good especially if you sit at the window . The food is very good. I like the salads and pastas."
Dined on 7/17/2014
My husband and I had a delightful
dinner here before we saw a show in the Nourse Theater. He loved the seafood rissoto and my filet of sole was very good. I knew nothing about it other than it was close to the theater. Caffe Della Stelle is a little gem that reminded me of some of the neighborhood restaurants we had dinner in when we were in Italy last fall. People look like they are enjoying themselves and come often. It has that kind of feel to it. We'll be back."
Dined on 7/17/2014
The place was empty, so it was
really surprising that the service was so bad! I had a really nice meal there a few weeks ago so this was a real disappointment."
Dined on 7/16/2014
My second course arrived on our
little table when I was 1/3 through my salad. They just dumped the extra plate with my Sole Petrae becoming cold; I switched plates when I finished my salad and was left with this crowded table for the reaminder of the meal. Dreadful service."
Dined on 7/1/2014
The food at Stelle was really
mediocre. The service was fair. We ordered the snapper. It was served over polenta a few carrots one or two pieces of broccoli . The snapper tasted weird. One person had the lasagna and it was full of sauce that did not taste like home made. They should charge a few more dollars but make tasty home like food. I liked the decor but they have to work on their food. I went there a year ago and the food was much better. Their home made bread was the best thing. They should stick to pasta but make better sauces."
Dined on 7/1/2014
No Problems with our reservation,
having to spell out my name, the hostess was able to locate it. The food was good and tasty. We will return."
Dined on 6/21/2014
Probably my best experience here.
Staff seemed genuinely happy we were there, the food - polenta crepes - was really good, couple glasses of wine, what's not to like. We will be here again before opera, symphony, or something at the Nourse. Perfect location for these venues."
Dined on 6/19/2014
The cafe is charming. The food we
ordered was very good. The service was attentive. We had a birthday celebration before a concert at the Jazz Center. We did plan to have a leisurely dinner and the cafe allowed us that. We ordered the raviolis, scaloppini and wild boar. Each one on these dishes were excellent along with the freshly made bread with a tomato based spread to top it with. The only draw back for us... we brought in a very special bottle of wine and the corkage was $20.00. We will definitely return."
Dined on 6/18/2014
Give yourself ninety minutes and
you will have a delicious, relaxing dinner before the symphony, opera or ballet. Ask about portion size. I ordered the seafood risotto, which was delicious, but huge. I could easily have shared it!"
Dined on 6/13/2014
We needed a restaurant before a
show and waited too long to make reservations. Dele Stelle was third choice, but at least it was available. The food was OK. Lettuce in the salad a little limp. I had the brown rice risotto, nice (i.e., unusual) to see on a menu. The risotto itself was not bad. The accompanying mussels were lukewarm, one was missing any meat at all, just a shell. Some of the rest of the seafood was pretty good, some was overcooked and rubbery. Service was slow; the server would disappear for long periods. Finally, after requesting our check, we had to wait 15 minutes for it."
Dined on 6/12/2014
Food and service always good.
Close to performing arts center."
Dined on 6/11/2014
Service was very good and everyone
was polite and friendly. I ordered the veal scaloppine with mashed potatoes an sautéed vegetables. The veal was served with a caper sauce that was just delicious and the potatoes were very tasty...perfect! I would definitely eat here again!"
Dined on 6/1/2014
The food was very good and the
prices swere reasonable. A great restaurant for pre-symphony/opera/ballet dining. The veal and fish dishes were particularly good. Sewrvice was punctual. A very noce expereince."
Dined on 5/29/2014
Whereas the food was good and
plentiful, it doesn't rate raves. The house wine is abyssmal. Not even able to finish a glass. A sweet place however and good for a duck in and get out. Very close by the War Memorial opera House, Nourse Auditorium, and Louise M. Davies Symphony Hall."
Dined on 5/19/2014
If you can wait to have your order
taken and get served, the food is good and at reasonable prices. Definitely not for kids, as the had no dining options for them and were unwilling/unable to create simple versions like plain grilled chicken breast. I went before a show at Davies Symphony Hall and barely made it. The table next to us was going to the same show and left after not having their order taken for 30 minutes."
Dined on 5/19/2014
noise level was way above ability
to carry on conversation, food was ok not special. sat next to window and sun in eyes whole meal -- terrible. was 6 pm reservation pre concert, doubt will go back"
Dined on 5/10/2014
A nice place close to Davies
Symphony Hall. The food was good but not spectacular. The service was great. We made it to the Symphony on time."
Dined on 5/9/2014
Burnt soup, over-done pasta,
crowded tables, visit only if you're desperate."
Dined on 5/8/2014
The veal scallopini was very
tender and the vegetables were nice and crisp. Great location prior to SF Symphony, SF Jazz and so much more."
Dined on 5/3/2014
We dined here before a show at
SFJazz which started at 7:30. We had a reservation for 6 PM. There was no crowd, but there were a few people inside, and the service was right on. We did not experience that 'we haven't quite gotten into dinner service' mode some places have that early. Service was good, Food was quite nice, wine selection was good, and we had plenty of time to enjoy our meal before heading off to the show. It is a neighborhood kind of place, with a casual atmosphere and very friendly service. We have been here before and it is quite busy later at night. If you get a table by the windows or eat outside the people watching on this corner is quite fun."
Dined on 4/16/2014
I've been coming to this
restaurant for decades. The food is reliably tasty, fresh, and always a good deal. I especially like their boar. The service is a bit slow sometimes when it's busy (ie. when they're packed before the symphony, ballet, jazz performance or opera), but normally they're attentive without being fussy. They also don't freak out if we want to eat "family style" and ask for the entrees to be served in the middle of the table to be shared. The wine list is great, too."
Dined on 4/15/2014
we enjoyed our dinner before the
ballet performance.. the waitress was very cordial. we would go back ."
Dined on 4/12/2014
Haven't been here for quite a
while, and was pleasantly surprised at the very good food, service, and prices. They have a special going for dinner which includes anything on the appetizers, and main courses menu plus house wine(red or white) for $35. They also have specials nightly. It's not easy to find a restaurant like this so close to the venues near the Civic Center."
Dined on 4/12/2014
very convenient for Civic Center
events but not exceptional for food or ambience. the charm and variety of the old location is missing."
Dined on 3/31/2014
My partner and I were very
disappointed with the food. It all seemed to be reheated, including the pasta. the bread was like cardboard as were the 2 breadsticks. I couldn't eat my food and took it to go and left it outside for anyone whom might be interested. Nothing stands out except mediocrity. We won't go back."
Dined on 3/28/2014
this is a quick place to get an
early evening dinner. The menu is not overwhelming."
Dined on 3/26/2014
We hadn't been to Delle Stelle in
several years and it is still good. We had dinner following a Sunday matinee performance at the SF Jazz Center. We were early and the restaurant wasn't super busy. My husband had the cinghiale with polenta, delicious and really enough for two. I had ravioli. The sauce was creamier than I imagined but not overwhelming. The best of the evening was the service. Our server was attentive and charming without being intrusive. We had a pleasant, quite and relaxing dinner, and I'm trying to remember why we haven't gone there more often."
Dined on 3/23/2014
This resturant has good Italian
comfort food. Speedy service, especially if one going to performance in the area. Don't overlook this gem."
Dined on 3/21/2014
We have been to Caffe Delle Stella
regularly before an event in Civic Center. The food is consistently good and enough variety that all are happy. Wine is also good and the glasses are not overpriced, which is rare. We were seated at a table where we could hear and we appreciate that. We'll definitely return."
Dined on 3/12/2014
Great table, excellent waiter,
delicious food, good wine and reasonable prices. What else can you ask?"
Dined on 3/5/2014
A litle taste of Italy is what
awaits at Caffe Delle Stelle. The wait staff is friendly and helpful and the menu provides unique options for everyone. Breads with a tangy dipping sauce start your dining adventure. If you like food that is tasty but uncomplicated, then this is your place. The wild board stew is wonderful, especially on a bed of freshly made polenta. This is one of the few local dining spots where you can hold a conversation and actually hear everyone in your party. Yet, there is a feeling of private dining. It is a great dining spot before symphony, opera or jazz."
Dined on 3/3/2014
The soup (poppa pomodoro) and the
wild boar with polenta were great. Really large serving of boar, I had to take half of it home. The service was a little spotty; we had three different servers. The first two were a bit overloaded and forgot our request for different water. The third was more attentive. About that water: seems like the only choices are SF tap water and SF tap water run through a soda machine and served in a fancy bottle. There is a chlorine taste and the carbonation just makes it worse. We could not drink it. No Pellegrino available. Had a glass of the daily special Italian red wine. Very good. We'd go back but I hope they fix the water situation."
Dined on 3/2/2014
Have patronized this restaurant
for years. Am always greeted warmly and receive fine service, even when they are "snowed" before/after the symphony or opera (from which the restaurant is a couple of blocks).. Every morsel of food is perfection (or they don't serve it). Interesting but reasonable wine list. The zabaione dessert was ethereal. Pasta is always fresh and delectable. Even the coffee is fantastic! My friend and I dined for 3 hours the other evening, looking out the large windows as the street scene and enjoying the fine food and service. As the granddaughter of a professional baker and restauranter, I'm picky and know what I'm talking about!"
Dined on 2/16/2014
We've been going to Caffe Della
Stella for years and returned this time for a pre-show dinner. The ambience is lovely and our sever was most attentive and able to take care of multiple tables easily. The food was good and certainly a great value for the price. We had mussels, the crepe special, the risotto (extra good - seafood) and a salad and shared the food. The wines are reasonably priced - we'd love to be able to taste a few more choices before betting on a bottle. We did choose a good one. Despite the timing of our dinner (early diners trying to eat and be out by 7:30), the staff gave us the time to enjoy our meal, delivered food hot and sequenced properly and made the experience great. We'll be back for sure."
Dined on 2/15/2014
service was great, but everything
else was disappointing: wilted lettuce salad, stale bread, and unimaginative dishes. too bright, not at all romantic. we will not go back."
Dined on 2/14/2014
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Casual Elegant
(202) 463-8700
Hours of Operation:
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 2:30pm
Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 10:00pm , Friday - Saturday: 5:30pm - 10:30pm
Payment Options:
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
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Executive Chef:
Tony Conte
Dress Code:
Business Casual
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Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Smoking Area, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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The newly renovated Oval Room has 2 private party rooms accommodating 20 to 75 guests for a seated dinner.
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The Oval Room, an elegant & sophisticated restaurant, near Farragut Square across from the White House, which accounts for its popularity among politicians, journalists, lobbyists, lawyers, & former Presidents. The setting is contemporary & chic. It offers private dining. Its seasonal contemporary
American cuisine has charmed critics & connoisseurs alike. USA Today said The Oval Room's flower-bedecked patio is one of the best outdoor dining experiences in the United States. The Oval Room has been awarded the "Distinguished Restaurant of North America Award".The Oval Room is honored to be Modern Luxury Washington D.C.'s "Restaurant of the Year"! Executive Chef Tony Conte and his team are serving some incredible, seasonal dishes and would love to see you at The Oval Room soon. To read the Modern Luxury Washington D.C. story, please visit:
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The service here is fantastic and
the room is quiet and discreet but both the Cobb salad and the chicken salad are very odd. The ingredients aren't chopped up and melded together -- they just lie there separately on the plate, not properly coated with the dressing. It's like the chef quit halfway through making them, and the diner has to finish the job."
Dined on 6/27/2014
This is the second time I ate at
this restaurant and it never fails to amaze me. The food is excellent, service is impecable and would come back time and again. I always recommend it to friends and colleagues in the office."
Dined on 6/24/2014
we had a great late
afternoon/early dinner outdoor dining experience...food and service was terrific"
Dined on 6/9/2014
I have been here many times for
lunch and am pleased every time. The food is always inspired and new things are on the menu all the time. You should ask for descriptions of things because they are often not quite what you think they'll be. For example, they have a burrata with jalepeno dressing and pear that frankly, sounds kind of weird, but it is delicate and delicious. The space is also super quiet and soothing. I value that when I need a real break at lunch and I want to actually talk to my lunch date. This is my go to place for a middle of the day recharge."
Dined on 6/4/2014
Had a Saturday night dinner at
Oval Room. Room beautiful (restrooms clean but could use upgrade). Food and wine outstanding. Service was great. Overall great evening. Pasta appetizer shared was wonderful but small for sharing. Rack of Lamb and Poached lobster mains were terrific. Fabulous Gruner Veltliner wine. Nice rhubard dessert."
Dined on 5/31/2014
We bring our guests, special
friends and just the two of us for an excellent experience, always consistent menu and service, and a wonderful evening out. We will be back when your refurbishing is done. thanks for always a good time."
Dined on 5/30/2014
We started out with a server that
was giving us pretty bad service and we made a small mention to the manager. The next thing we knew, we had a new server, with a great attitude and great service, and even sent out desserts on the house. They went above and beyond to fix the issue and it was much appreciated. Not to mention, that all of the food was delicious!"
Dined on 5/30/2014
Menu was ambitious and executed
moderately well. Not enough value for the price both in quality and quantity. Service was excellent. They were very willing to explain everything on the menu but they appeared pretentious if you wanted to order a non-wine beverage. I dropped the car off to valet and when I received my car back the front left tire was flat. The valet service company is different than the restaurant, but the restaurant helped out. The valet service brought a service vehicle to pump air into my tire. So far, 36 hours later, all is well. I'm positive the valet guy messed up my tire but at least they fixed it for now."
Dined on 5/29/2014
Oval Room's $39 prix fixe early
evening dinner is a fabulous bargain. Great food in a quiet, comfortable environment, inside or out. "
Dined on 5/23/2014
What a nice surprise to find a
delicious pre-theater menu that offered some delicious options in a sophisticated environment. Service was great and staff very welcoming. The regular menu looked great also. "
Dined on 5/21/2014
This is my main "go to" restaurant
for dining near the White House. Excellent food at reasonable prices. Also, great service."
Dined on 5/19/2014
I picked The Oval Room because it
was on Open Table's "quiet" list -- my 91 year old Dad is very hard of hearing, especially in ambient noise. We had a perfect table. The seasonal menu was delightful. Dad had two appetizers for dinner. I had superbly cooked fish. They made his martini to perfection -- and he is VERY picky about his martini. We had an unhurried lovely meal with attentive, almost European style service. I will be back."
Dined on 5/17/2014
Had Mother's Day lunch at the Oval
Room. Overall, it was a good experience. They could have done a few things differently for improvement: (1) shifted the umbrella at this outside table to provide more shade; (2) more moisture in the tres leches cake; (3) find a different mix of flavors for the carrot cake with chocolate and ginger; (4) provide description of sea bream entre"
Dined on 5/11/2014
Awesome food experience for my
anniversary! Last minute booking available. I cant believe how great the food was and I could still book a table for dinner one or two days in advance instead of months in advance like Risika. We did the 7 course tasting menu; the food and wine pairing was outstanding. A true gem and hidden secret in DC-a foodies delight for dinner or lunch. Awesome! Mums the word...we are going make this our monthly foodie retreat and we don't want the crowds to follow."
Dined on 5/9/2014
Food was excellent and so was the
service. Still a wonderful restaurant with good vibe and attentive knowledgeable wait staff? Would definitely recommend it!"
Dined on 5/6/2014
Our group of 4 were pleasantly
surprised with the excellent service and wonderfully tasting food. This was our first visit here and look forward to visiting again on our next visit to Washington DC. "
Dined on 5/6/2014
The Oval Room consistently
delivers excellent food in a tasteful, elegant environment with attentive service. I like the restaurant for business lunches as it is not too noisy, and its understated excellence sets the right tone."
Dined on 5/6/2014
Came here for lunch with a
business associate. I had the Oval Room Cobb; he had the steak sandwich. Both were excellent. We sat outside and soaked up the great weather. Service was excellent. I'll be back."
Dined on 5/2/2014
I have been here several times. It
is a very nice and quiet place to dine. Very nice decor and the food and service is top notch. I will be back again. "
Dined on 4/26/2014
Excellent food, service and
reception. To be recommended."
Dined on 4/23/2014
A creative menu brings lots of
powerful surprises that really work like the savory granola on the fabulous foie gras terrine. Most dishes very good - the pasta, the homemade burrata, the lamb although saucing on the duck dish a bit too acidic. Reserved ambience befits the location. Great for business dinner or romantic dinner"
Dined on 4/12/2014
The menu was not expansive. Prices
were too high and the atmosphere was stuffy. It was also freezing inside! For the price, you can go to better restaurants in the same neighborhood"
Dined on 4/11/2014
Food and service was wonderful.
Sat inside. Outdoor seating was not appealing during the day, too much traffic"
Dined on 4/10/2014
I had burrata as an appetizer. It
was excellent, though not the best I've ever had. I had pappardelle with lamb sausage and eggplant. It was exquisitely prepared. Service is very attentive but largely invisible."
Dined on 4/9/2014
I realize salads aren't among a
restaurant's priorities, but the Oval Room could make just a little effort with an entree salad. The Oriental chicken salad had a portion is over-cooked chicken breast, fried wontons, and a lot of greens. There was exactly one mandarin orange and about 1/20th of an avocado. I'm used to far better with the other restaurants run by the same owner."
Dined on 4/9/2014
I took the wife here for our
anniversary. I heard good things about the food and I was happy it met my expectations. The staff was pleasant and surprised us with a personalized dessert. The meal was great. I would recommend and will return when I can."
Dined on 4/5/2014
Spent some time reviewing
restaurants for a special ending for a short trip to D.C. We were not disappointed - turned out to be a great evening. The entire staff was very friendly yet with the requisite amount of class. Ended the evening with a short walk to view the White House at night."
Dined on 4/4/2014
Second time around we found the
Oval Table still delightful. Outstanding flavors, appealing combinations and reasonable portions. It was more noisy this time but conversation was still possible and one did not hear the conversations of other diners."
Dined on 3/29/2014
Oval Room is a very pretty place
with food that lives up to the setting. I began with a vodka martini--just a regular one-- and I don't know what they did to it, but it was the tastiest I've had. Our appetizers-tuna sashimi and a shrimp dish--were both tasty. I loved the veal medallions and was fascinated by the coconut grits. Now THAT is inventive, and I don't even like grits. My husband said his pork chop was really tough but flavorable. Our waitress was obviously skilled. I would definitely return."
Dined on 3/29/2014
We were hoping for a nice fancy
dinner with our kids as a special treat while visiting DC. We started looking at the menu and couldn't even find anything we liked! When we ordered and asked for some substitutions they were very unaccomodating. The waiter was very stuffy and not helpful. In general this is only a place for foodies without kids!!"
Dined on 3/25/2014
Whether for just my wife and I,
with friends or for our recent visit bringing our very best out - of - town friends, The Oval Room has never disappointed us. Every dining experience has always been fantastic and special."
Dined on 3/22/2014
I was very disappointed in the
quality of the food at the Oval Room. I ordered the "oven roasted turkey club" for lunch recently. The bread was ciabatta which, to compensate for its dryness, had more mayonnaise than turkey. To add insult to injury, the turkey was not what i had imagined as "oven roasted" but one slice of thin, tasteless deli turkey covered up by lettuce, a little avocado and greasy bacon. I removed the bread and ate what little remained inside; not my idea of a satisfying "club" sandwich."
Dined on 3/19/2014
From the moment I walked in I felt
like I had suddenly become famous. The host opened the door with a gracious greeting, another person took my coat and yet another person led me to my table pulled out my chair -- it was all very well coordinated. I never once had to ask for my glass to be refilled because just as I was thinking that I might want a refill, my glass was already being refreshed. My salad was quite good...and my guests enjoyed their selections as well. I will definitely return."
Dined on 3/14/2014
This is the second time my husband
and I have dined at the Oval Room- both times we were wowed by the tasing menu. The service is outstanding and the ambiance is wonderful. One in our party said this was the best meal she'd ever had. Outstanding."
Dined on 3/8/2014
Service was friendly but the
dishes took forever tone served,and the restaurant doesn't know how to serve wine."
Dined on 3/7/2014
I was having dinner with an old
friend and asked for a quiet, private table, which I was given. We took a long time catching up over a drink before ordering and the waiters were great at checking in, but not hurrying us. I usually eat here for lunch, but dinner was wonderful. I ordered the soup to start and he had the tuna sashimi. We followed that with duck for me and salmon for him. The soup is always good, and the duck was delicious in an unusual preparation. The waiter decanted the wine. We spent four hours dining and had a delicious and unhurried experience. I work in the area and the Oval Room is one of my favorite restaurants, but I would go out of my way to dine here."
Dined on 3/5/2014
Years ago the Oval Room was a
great restaurant. Now it is empty, the food is mediocre, and the service is poor."
Dined on 3/5/2014
Party of 4.1 was served raw pork
chop. Others ate while pork was cooked. Other entrees-one was very good,others fair. Overpriced for the experience."
Dined on 2/28/2014
Terrific spot for lunch.....close
to White House, downtown....usually see a VIP there of some kind....service impeccable..."
Dined on 2/25/2014
A friend and I decided to try the
tasting menu, either 7 or 8 courses paired with wine, and the number of courses determined by whether or not you choose the lobster. We didn't, and didn't regret it. That course is an additional $20 and really not necessary. The food was outstanding, and 3 of the 7 wines were expertly paired to complement the flavors. Those 3 courses, unfortunately, were the first 2 and the 4th. The others were mildly disappointing. In order to have a great pairing, the wine has to be good on its own, as well as matching the food. The other wines were adequate, but didn't measure up to the quality of the food, which was outstanding. The first wine, a Muscadet, was wonderful. All in all, I'd return in a heartbeat."
Dined on 2/21/2014
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From Staff Reports
Cumberland Times-News
The scope of the federal government's control has reached a tipping point, including a burdensome tax code, a bureaucracy that suppresses economic growth and smothers the individual by issuing thousands of laws a year, NSA intrusions, a Congress that spends faster than it can tax and an executive that centralizes government with every act he takes.
The United States owes $100 trillion in unfunded liabilities, and entitlements are operating on annual deficits, destined for bankruptcy. Abuses of power have infiltrated nearly every level of the federal government.
Our government has grown to become the very thing our Founding Fathers fought to defeat, and the leadership of both national parties have demonstrated they are unwilling to restrain it. Advocates for limited government must recognize that our defensive strategy is not working.
We are failing. We have been bloodied, beaten down and knocked senseless by the statists' crusade for a utopian society. Some may have conceded the fight, cynically proclaiming that the death of our constitutional republic is inevitable, succumbing to the blows of despotism.
However, there are those of us who are unwilling to condemn future generations to an existence of government servitude, economic ruin and societal instability.
Thankfully, there is plan in the Constitution itself. The Constitution has been amended 27 times, all via congressional proposal. There is a second method that several framers insisted be included for the purpose of circumventing the federal government. As James Madison wrote:
"Col: Mason thought the plan of amending the Constitution exceptionable & dangerous. As the proposing of amendments is in both the modes to depend ... on Congress, no amendments of the proper kind would ever be obtained by the people, if the Government should become oppressive, as he verily believed would be the case. Mr. Morris & Mr. Gerry moved to amend the article so as to require a Convention on application of 2/3 of the States."
The framers anticipated this moment, and they provided an emergency cord for we the people. This course requires that freedom-loving Americans support state legislators who will pursue a convention of states to propose constitutional amendments, as described in Article V of the Constitution:
"The Congress ... on the application of two-thirds of the several states, shall call a convention for proposing amendments, which ... shall be valid ... as part of this Constitution, when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several states, or by conventions in three-fourths thereof..."
Incensed by the federal government's overreach, 97 legislators from 32 states gathered at Washington's home in Mount Vernon, Va., on Dec. 7, 2013.
Those attending say an Article V amendments convention should meet to craft constitutional amendments that would curb the government's abuses. Three states recently pre-filed applications for such a convention.
Indiana Sen. David Long addressed concerns of a "runaway convention" by distributing materials on establishing rules for a convention, therein restricting the topics of amendments and ensuring that states retain their right to recall delegates who act outside of their authority. The legislators will meet again in May and December of 2014 to craft these rules.
A Convention of States bypasses Congress, the president, the courts, and even governors. It's time the people reclaim the powers the federal government has seized and change how D.C. does business.
An Article V convention is in the spirit of our founding, and it's been there all along, in the Constitution. While there is still time, do we not have a responsibility to defy the tide of tyranny? The moment has come to shrug off our apathy and make a stand, even if it's a last one.
Garrett Humbertson


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I ordered these sheets because they come in the seafoam color which has become very difficult to find. The sheets are much nicer than I expected, although they have a low thread count, they are extremely soft. After laundering they fold easily unlike many new sheets which can be stiff. I was so pleased with these sheets that I ordered a second set.
i have searched and searched for sheets that fit our thick mattress and that do NOT pill- i have finally found those sheets! i love these- they are plenty big for our mattress and wash up beautifully. i have learned that when drying sheets, do not use a dryer sheet- this prevents pilling- and it works! highly recommend- will be purchasing additonal colors!
I was not able to find the quality of sheets to fit a Full Size bed in local stores. So I ordered from Overstock.com. When I received these Horizons sheets I was impressed with the smooth feel, sturdy fabric, and lovely colors. . .(Lilac-my favorite color). However, (as other reviewers mentioned) they do have a pecurliar odor and you will probably want to wash them PRIOR to placing them on your bed. One machine-washing cleared the odor away. I presume that the odor has to do with some chemical used in the colors or 'sizing'-not sure. But problem can be easily remedied. The 'feel' of these sheets on my bed is smooth and comfortable. They fit well with ample room to accommodate extra padding on your mattress. I'm very pleased with these sheets. . .so much so . . .that I followed up by purchasing another set of Horizon sheets AND a Duvet and shams---also made by Horizons. Everything matches! I feel that the quality of these sheets will hold up for a long time.
At first I thought I wouldn't like these sheets. I thought they felt rough out of the package. Even after the first wash, I was still not convinced. So I gave them a second wash, and they came out perfectly smooth and soft. I love snuggling into bed at night with these sheets!
These sheets are very soft and feel comfortable to sleep on. The pattern is attractive. They handled the washer and dryer nicely. I feel that they were a good value.
bought for son's dorm room ; great soft cotton ; plush comfy
I have purchased these sheets a couple of times over the years, and have always been very pleased with them. They seem to get softer with age, and last a long time.
I've had these through the washer a number of times and they didn't shrink, fade or pill. The ones I ordered are the twin xl and they fit great. The only negative is I haven't figured out how to keep the cat from burrowing under the quilt and shedding on them.
The color was different that I thought it would be. Wanted a more pink color, should have studied samples better, My bad!
I use fleece sheets through the winter but really wanted something soft that looked like spring to me after this past, rather brutal winter. I found very few printed sheets elsewhere that I could afford, so I was very pleased to, by chance, find the overstock website and these sheets. They feel soft and silky next to the skin and are very light, but not flimsy. I plan to use these until well into the fall and truly enjoy looking at them each day as I make the bed. They fit well and are easy to put on the bed, which is a major factor for someone like me who is getting up there in years. I will definitely use this website for my bedding needs in the future.
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(Born February 1, 1990) -- When the Buffalo Sabres went up against such big defensemen as Zdeno Chara, Sabres fans were known to mumble something along the lines of "why can't we get someone like that?"
And then the Sabres did exactly that.
Myers grew up in Calgary and played junior hockey in Kelowna of the Western Hockey League. His size and mobility attracted the attention of pro scouts, including those from the Sabres. Buffalo gave up a third-round pick to move up to 12th in the first round to grab the 6-foot-8 Myers.
After one more year in junior hockey, Myers joined the Sabres. He wasted little time to prove he belonged in the NHL, scoring his first NHL goal against former Sabre goalie Dwayne Roloson. By the end of the 2009-10 season, Myers had 48 points and went on to be named the Calder Trophy winner as the league's best rookie.
Myers had another good season in 2010-11, with 37 points. The Sabres were convinced that he was part of the team's long-term future, and signed him to a seven-year, $38.5-million contract.
The defenseman was only able to play in 55 games last season due to injury. When the lockout came this season, Myers headed to Austria to stay in game shape.
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Opus' first new member coffee of 2013 is an informal opportunity for new and prospective members to learn more about what Opus does to support Person-to-Person and the community, and how to get involved through our fundraising and volunteer efforts.
Ceci Maher, Executive Director of P2P, will stop by for a visit and many of our Board members will be on hand to answer questions. All new members, as well as any non-members interested in becoming involved are welcome to attend.
If you have any questions or would like to attend, please contact Diana Nehro at firstname.lastname@example.com.
About Opus for Person-to-Person
For more than 15 years, Opus has supported Darien-based Person-to-Person through fundraising efforts and public awareness.
Last year, nearly 22,000 people received assistance from Person-to-Person, including food and clothing donations, funds for scholarship and camp programs, layettes for babies, living assistance loans, holiday toy store and more.
For more information on this growing organization of more than 200 women and how to get involved, visit http://www.opus4p2p.org.


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Less common is aggression directed toward newborns. This type of aggression is more common in dogs, although some cats will
react aggressively in response to the sound of a baby crying. These cats may direct their aggression toward the infant or
the adult holding the infant, but often the cats display redirected aggression—they attack the nearest target, either a person
or another household pet. Dog or cat aggression toward infants that is caused by fear can often be overcome through separation
and desensitization and counterconditioning. This behavior modification involves engaging the pet in an enjoyable activity
while briefly exposing it to the infant at a safe distance. Enjoyable activities include tossing treats that are kept at the
changing table whenever a diaper is changed or giving a dog a prestuffed hollow toy or sterilized marrow bone before sitting
down to feed the baby. Some new parents may be able to toss treats across the room to a dog while giving the baby a bottle
or nursing.
In other cases, dogs show true predatory behavior toward infants. This behavior is less common in cats because movement is
such a strong trigger for feline predatory behavior, and newborns just don't move that much. These dogs will not show any
of the typical signs of fear or anxiety, such as flattened ears, tucked tails, yawning, or lip licking. Instead they tend
to be aroused and focused on the baby. These dogs are showing the early stages of prey acquisition—focusing on the prey and
beginning to stalk it. Some of these dogs are determined to get at the "prey item" that has entered their homes. This situation
is dangerous, since a predator's goal is the kill. These dogs must be kept strictly separated from the infant. They may be
able to be reintroduced to the child once the child is old enough to act like a person (e.g. sitting upright, walking). Until then, access to the child is not allowed. A similar approach can be used with cats showing
this sort of hunting behavior toward a newborn.
Making introductions before baby comes
Some dogs may be anxious about things that roll or may try to bite at wheels (e.g. herding breeds), so parents who plan to take family walks should start walking such dogs with a stroller before the baby
is born. This training may elicit some stares and comments from the neighbors, but it will be worth it when the parents, baby,
and pet can enjoy fresh air and exercise because of a previously established positive experience.
If pets are extremely sensitive about sounds, expectant parents can work on desensitizing their pets to baby sounds by playing
recordings of baby sounds. But not all animals respond to recorded sounds, so before embarking on a course of desensitization,
the owners should test a pet's reaction by first playing the sounds at a real-life volume. If the pet shows any signs of arousal,
fear, anxiety, or aggression, then desensitization should be undertaken. The owners should start by playing the sounds at
a volume low enough that no reaction is shown. While the sounds are playing, owners should use positive reinforcement techniques,
such as giving treats, feeding meals, playing with toys, or petting or brushing the pet. Over several sessions, the owners
should very gradually increase the volume until the pet has no reaction to the sounds at normal volume.
Sit, Rover, sit
One of the most important things to teach dogs is not to jump up onto people—both people who are standing and people who are
sitting on furniture. Ideally, all dogs should learn this, but it is even more important when there will soon be an infant
in people's arms or on their laps. Preventing this behavior can be fairly easily accomplished by teaching and reinforcing,
using reward-based methods, an alternative behavior such as sit. A reward-based method is much more effective with most dogs
than punishment-based methods such as kneeing the dog in the chest or squeezing the dog's paws. In addition, a reward-based
method does not carry the risk of evoking pain- or fear-based aggression.


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Sign up begins July 14 for anyone wishing to hop on their motorcycle and take part in Danny Haskell's "Ride for Stacy," which takes place on Saturday July 21.
Stacy Young is a 43 year Muskego native and 1986 MHS graduate who currently resides in Milwaukee. Her broad smile is engaging and reflects a woman who is literally grateful for every day she has, and with good reason.
Young had been diagnosed with breast cancer in June 2010 and has now been fighting ovarian cancer since December 2011. Her hair is just growing back from recent chemotherapy to combat its progress, but her spirit is positive, despite the long journey she's already had to make with the disease.
"It's actually a little scary for me after chemo is over, because going through it, you feel like you're actually doing something to fight it," she said.
No stranger to cancer's effects, Stacy was caretaker for her mother who also fought breast cancer and succumbed to ovarian cancer in 2009. She also lost her father at the age of 12 to cancer.
As a result, Young has been active in volunteer work, working with the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life walk for the past four years, in hopes of helping find a cure for cancer, unaware that her fundraising efforts would be needed herself, but not ruling the possibility out, either.
"My sister and I would talk about it, and we'd wonder if and when one of us would get it, almost joking about it," Young said.
Friends have described her as "amazing and an inspiration," as she has undergone several surgeries, including a double mastectomy and partial hysterectomy done as a preventative measure only to find out that the cancer had already attacked her body yet again. Two weeks after the partial hysterectomy, she was in surgery again to have a complete hysterectomy.
"The hope is that this will be the last surgery. Her medical bills are overwhelming and her insurance doesn't cover many of her expenses, treatments and the medications she must take," said friend Barb Jozwicki.
Given the mountain of financial bills and Young's current inability to work, friends at Danny Haskell's have teamed up with other pubs in the county to raise funds for Young.
On Saturday, July 21, 2012 Haskell's will be hosting a "Ride for Stacy" poker run and fundraiser to help raise money "for a woman who has always given herself and her talents for others" as the poster hanging in Haskell's.
The Poker Run will begin and end at Danny Haskell's Pub & Grill in Muskego, with stops at Captain Missy's in Waterford, Lindy's on Beulah, Knuckleheads in Eagle and It Ain't Heaven in Mukwonago and Matty's Pub in New Berlin.
Live music by Union Cadillac will provide the soundtrack for a party that will follow at Haskell's, including raffles, door prizes, 50/50 raffles, etc. Anyone wishing to donate in any way should contact Haskell's at 262-679-9535, or contact Heidi Flemmer at 262-565-3846 for pick up. All donations are tax deductible. Please make donations at any payable to "Ride for Stacy Young."
All of the proceeds will be going to help Young pay her medical bills and expenses, and Young herself said the gesture is overwhelming.
"I feel very loved, and it is blowing my mind a little," Young said, looking uncomfortable with the attention. "I'm overwhelmed, but in a good way."
If you have any questions please call Heidi at or Barb Jozwicki at 414-640-1790.


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As Genealogists we love sharing information, and this week's poll is all about sharing. DNA testing for genealogical purposes has been gathering a lot of steam over the past several years. If you have followed recent TV shows such as Who Do You Think You Are? or Finding your Roots, then you will have seen how DNA testing has been employed in making ancestral connections and building family trees. However, while the thought of finding your ancestral roots, both geographically and spiritually is certainly appealing, for many of us, taking this step can be quite daunting. So, this week's poll gives you the opportunity to share your experiences and thoughts regarding the use of DNA testing in family history research:
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As we prepare for Fall, and the return to school, work, etc., we are going to take a short break from the Polls. This will also give those of us who have been otherwise engaged over the summer a chance to catch up. You can easily access all 5 polls by going to the category section on the right hand side of the page and clicking on polls.
See you in a few weeks!


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Ski in/out condo! Great Rates! 5th NIGHT FREE!! in Winter Park
- bedrooms 3
- baths 3
- sleeps 8
- pool no
- hot tub yes
- pets allowed no
- type Condo
- community Zephyr Mountain Lodge
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So Much To Do!!
In Winter Park you can try out a different Summer Activity Every Day of the Week!
Mountain Biking (Rentals available on site), Hiking, Back Packing, White Water Rafting, Golf
(numerous courses nearby), Swimming, Frisbee Golf, Hot Springs, Day Spas, a Working Gold Mine, The
Rodeo, Fishing and Horseback Riding are just a few of the activities within minutes of your lodging
if you are staying in one of our Zephyr Mountain Lodge Condos.
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Berta Rosenberg 636 346 7435
condo rental amenities
Condo Features 3 Bedrooms and 3 Full Baths.
This Condo has an IN-UNIT WASHER AND DRYER!
Each of the two Master Bedroom Suites has a queen bed and television. One Master Suite has a steam shower and the other Master Suite has a Jacuzzi Tub.
The thir bedroom has 2 twin beds, this bedroom has its own television.
Plus the sofa pulls out to a queen bed.
Television in Living room and one master bedroom feature HBO and DVD/VCR player.
Condo has a full kitchen with all necessary cooking tools and utensils provided.
Condo has FREE WiFi.
Gas Fire place in living area.
Condo provides ski locker at ski out exit.
In addtion to being a true ski in ski out location this building Features HOT TUBS, Work out facility, free heated underground parking, elevator, free shuttle to Downtown Winter Park and nearby Frazier. There is a Starbucks on the property.
activities and attractions in Winter Park Colorado
Skiing, Snow Boarding, Cross-Country Skiing, Dog Sled Rides, Snow
Tubing, Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides, Hot Springs, Ice Skating, Nastar
Racing, Snow Cat Tours, Snow Mobiling, Snow Shoeing, White Water
Rafting, Golf, Fishing, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Amusement Park at
Base open in Summer,
vacation rental rates
SPECIAL: Non-Hoiliday nights--book 4 get 5th night FREE
Ski Season Most Week Nights: $350 (Sunday through Thursday)
Ski Season Most Weekend Nights: $450 (Friday and Saturday)
Christmas, New Years and other Holidays slightly higher--call for exact rate
MLK & Presidents Weekends: $600 per night (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
Early Spring Breaks (March 10-14): $600 Nightly
Spring Break (March 15-30): $500 Nightly
End of Season (3/31-4/21): $350 Nightly
TERMS AND POLICIES: Discounts given off these nightly rates for stays of 5 nights or longer. Stay longer--receive a bigger discount!!
All rentals subject to 10.4% Tax, $14 nightly parking fee and $200 Refundable Security Deposit.
Stays of less than 4 nights subject to $125 cleaning fee.
This is a PET FREE, NON-SMOKING Property
Berta Rosenberg 636 346 7435
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Prior to paying a reservation deposit, always verify payment instructions by calling the phone number displayed on this listing page. By contacting the owner directly and paying by an approved method - credit card, paypal, check or bank transfer - your reservation payment will be protected up to $1,000.Learn more in our Security Center
Top things to do in Winter Park
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowshoeing
- Take a Dog Sled Ride
- Go Snowmobiling
Top things to do with a family
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Take a Horsedrawn Sleigh Ride
- Go snowtubing
- Take a Snow CAT Ride
Berta Rosenberg , owner


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NCI staff with responsibility for human specimen resources and the Deputy Director of the National Center for Research Resources, met on October 30, 1997 to consider criteria for assessing the effectiveness of NCI human specimen resources (see attached participant list). Their charge was: To develop a set of criteria that can be used to evaluate a human specimen resource in order to determine whether it is effectively meeting a critical research need. Meeting a critical research need means that the resource facilitates research that contributes to an essential body of knowledge such as discovery of new genes, development and testing of technologies, diagnostic assays, predictors of treatment outcome, etc. The following recommendations developed by the group are consistent with the practices of the National Center for Research Resources and the National Institute of Science and Technology to the extent that those practices are documented in a limited number of publications that were made available to the Committee.
In general, the NCI expects an evaluation to answer three critical questions:
The objective of the evaluation must be clearly stated and well formulated evaluation questions developed, regardless of which evaluation method is chosen. An evaluation can be conducted by NCI staff, by academic or industry scientists, or by existing advisory boards or sub-committees of such boards. The process should be as objective as possible. This argues for including participants who are not directly involved with the resource.
Objective measures generally are used to assess the performance or effectiveness of a resource. While the use of fully objective measures is desirable, appropriate evaluation also requires the use of subjective measures. The subjective measures, while harder to quantitate, are required to measure impact and are essential to the evaluation. Impact measures are required to determine whether a resource is serving a critical need. For human specimen resources in support of cancer research, the primary impact measure is the importance of the research findings resulting from use of the resource. Key research findings can be major contributions to our understanding of cancer biology, development or validation of a critical technology or the development of a useful medical device such as a diagnostic assay or a predictor of therapeutic outcome.
There are a variety of different types of specimen resources, each of which has unique characteristics that must be considered in order to properly evaluate the need for the resource, its impact, and its performance. For instance, a longitudinal study collection will require many years to become a useful resource, and should not be evaluated in its development stage for how it is contributing to critical research needs. In terms of performance, a resource focusing on a single organ system should not be evaluated for the range of tissue types it makes available. Although these are obvious examples, they underscore the central point that judicious selection of appropriate metrics is required in any evaluation. While each resource may require different measures of its effectiveness, the fundamental criterion for the evaluation of any resource remains whether or not it is effectively meeting a critical scientific need.
Performance is by far the easiest item to evaluate. In general the factors listed below are numerical and can be easily tallied if identified in advance. As with the factors discussed below, the choice of specific evaluation factors will be made in the context of what the resource was designed to accomplish and how it was expected to operate.
Useful performance measures include:
The impact of a resource is the most difficult characteristic to measure, although impact becomes easier to measure with time as more researchers are served. Time is required not only for a resource to become established, but also for the critical research findings resulting from use of the resource to be published and appreciated. It is also difficult to find quantitative metrics that clearly aid in the evaluation of impact.
Useful impact measures include:
To determine whether there is a continuing need for an existing resource it is important to consider the nature of the resource, its original objective and how long it has been in existence. Before a resource is created, it is important to clearly state how it is likely to be used, who the users will be and the expected number of users, and other critical expectations.
Questions to determine whether a resource is meeting a continuing research need include:
The NCI always considers the cost of a resource since funds used to support resources might otherwise be available to support investigator initiated research. Comparison of the costs of resources is only useful when comparing two essentially identical resources. In addition, the cost of resources is not a dollar for dollar trade-off against research funding, since the availability of NCI resource support reduces the cost to investigators of obtaining tissue specimens. It is difficult to compare the relative cost of funding acquisition of specimens directly as part of individual research grant support with the cost of providing them through a central resource. While it is relatively easy to assess the cost per specimen of operating a centralized resource, it is difficult to assess the cost per specimen collected as part of a research study, since that includes monetary costs, staff time costs and loss of research productivity costs.
It is even more difficult to try to determine the cost per critical research finding. This is true whether evaluating centralized resources or evaluating the cost of collecting specimens as part of individual research projects. The value of a given research finding is difficult to estimate and the importance of any finding may take many years to become clear. Because of these considerations, we did not believe specific cost metrics can be used for the evaluation of tissue resources.
The approach presented above provides a philosophical framework which if applied thoughtfully should allow one to focus on the critical issues needed to decide whether or not to initiate, continue, or modify a human specimen resource.


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First what you want to do is poor about 1/4-1/2 a cup of oil into your frying pan and let it heat up. Take the tortillas and a good amount of hamburger, you dont want to much hamburger or else it wont cook all the way through but make sure there is enough because it will shrink up while cooking. You will then use a fork and press the hamburger down on half of the tortilla. Only on half so you can fold the tortilla.
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Althea Harper, who made it to the finals during the sixth season of "Project Runway," is having a trunk show featuring her spring/summer dresses and separates from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Clothes Bar, 4401 Transit Road, Williamsville. There is no admission charge.
The designer, who was born in Dayton, Ohio, and has family ties to Buffalo, will answer questions about her "Project Runway" experience and also her design career.
For information call 565-0194.


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Linkin Park - A Thousand Suns 14th September 2010
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News Archive
February 10, 2006
Diploma mill operators often manage to stay one step ahead of the law, changing their location or how they operate whenever state or other authorities zero in for a crackdown. And the laws and other tools available to regulators, higher education officials, students and others to stop degree mill operators are few and flimsy. So occasionally they turn to alternative tactics to fight the degree mills and other companies that help them do business.
February 9, 2006
Louisiana announces formula for giving out relief funds for colleges provided by Congress.
February 9, 2006
Conference on academic boycotts postponed following revelation that anti-Semitic article was accidentally distributed to participants.
February 9, 2006
For-profit and 2-year colleges join to oppose Pataki plan to fight abuses by limiting access to state financial aid.
February 9, 2006
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Federal agency suspends funds for a controversial logging study, citing concerns over lobbying, then reverses itself.
February 9, 2006
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